J. Perkins TWISTER CP GOLD Manual

Precision carbon fibre rotor blades included, low battery warning heading hold gyro included

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From Beginner to Aerobatic & 3D with just ONE model!
Precision Carbon Fibre
Rotor Blades Included!
LBW (Low Battery Warning
Heading Hold Gyro Included!
SPECIFICATIONS
Main rotor diameter ............................................. 550mm
Tail rotor diameter................................................. 125mm
Length ..................................................................... 530mm
Weight (without receiver & battery)........390g (11.5oz)
CONTENTS
1 .................................................... Assembled helicopter
1 pair ............................Carbon Fibre main rotor blades
1 ........................Twister HL400 tail lock gyro - installed
4 .........................................EnErg S7.5 servos - installed
1 .........Cyclone Ultra Cobalt brushed motor - installed
1 ............... Twister 20 amp speed controller - installed
1 ................Twister 11.1V lithium polymer battery pack
1 .............. Twister lithium polymer 12V DC/DC charger
1 ................................Twister 240V mains power supply
1 ....................................................... Foam blade retainer
1 .......................... Twister 3D Storm instruction manual
'The Twister CP Gold has been designed as the next step up for pilots who have mastered co-
axial (twin rotor) helicopters, yet is fully aerobatic without having to upgrade'
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TWISTER CP GOLD
3D Aerobatic Performance!
FEATURES
❏ Factory assembled Completely Ready To Fly - just
add TX and RX!
❏ CCPM 120 deg flight control system for precise
performance
❏ LBW (Low Battery Warning) system
❏ 3D flight performance without having to upgrade
❏ Bell/Hiller cyclic and collective pitch system for
amazing 3D aerobatics
❏ High performance Cyclone Ultra Cobalt low current
draw brushed motor
❏ Digital proportional FM transmitter with silky
smooth sticks
❏ High quality ball bearings
❏ High performance, low current draw belt drive tail
system
❏ Bell Hiller mixing for quick cyclic response
❏ HL 400 tail lock (heading hold) gyro
❏ Super lightweight construction for the ultimate in
performance
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V12.08

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  • Page 1 ❏ Super lightweight construction for the ultimate in performance ‘The Twister CP Gold has been designed as the next step up for pilots who have mastered co- axial (twin rotor) helicopters, yet is fully aerobatic without having to upgrade’ http://www.jperkinsdistribution.co.uk http://www.modelengines.com.au...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CRASHES & SPARE PARTS The Twister CP Gold has been designed to be strong and easy to repair, however, should the helicopter crash, there is a chance that parts will be damaged. In the event of a crash, it is important that the helicopter be thoroughly checked before undertaking further flights to ensure that no danger could be...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    While the Twister CP Gold is designed as the next About the Twister CP Gold step up for pilots from co-axial helicopters, we The Twister CP Gold is designed as the next step up would recommend, however, that you seek some for pilots who have mastered co-axial helicopters.
  • Page 4: Preparing For Flight

    PREPARING FOR FLIGHT 3. CONNECT THE BATTERY TO THE CHARGER 1. UNPACK YOUR TWISTER CP GOLD Plug the white 4 pin connector on the flight ▼ Carefully remove the model and other items battery into the socket on the right side of ▼...
  • Page 5: Lithium Polymer Battery Safety

    Do not place battery near fires or any high ▼ 7. SWITCH ON TRANSMITTER temperature object or device. The Twister CP Gold is available with either Do not charge batteries whilst driving. ▼ ▼ a Mode 1 or Mode 2 transmitter. The Twister Do not store batteries in a motor vehicle.
  • Page 6: Range Check

    Mode 1 and left hand stick on Mode 2 transmitters. Move the stick until the main rotor blades ▼ begin to rotate slowly and then throttle back. Your Twister CP Gold is now ready for flight. ▼ http://www.jperkinsdistribution.co.uk...
  • Page 7: Advanced Flying Features

    Twister CP Gold ‘for a walk’. These first few flights WARNING! should be made with the helicopter on the ground and on a smooth surface.
  • Page 8: Step 4-The First Hop

    Remember, due to its light weight, any breeze can greatly affect the performance of the STEP 4-THE FIRST HOP Twister CP Gold. Having practiced and mastered the ‘walking A flight simulator is a great teaching aid for learning technique’, you are ready to make the first ‘hop’...
  • Page 9: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING MAIN ROTOR DOES NOT TURN ▼ Solution 1 – Check throttle stick and trim lever VIBRATION are both fully down when turning on the ▼ Solution 1 – Out of balance main blades helicopter. ▼ Solution 2 – Check all electrical connections. If vibration of tail boom or undercarriage is Check that all electrical connectors are noticeable, the most likely problem will be...
  • Page 10: Spare Parts And Option Parts

    SPARE PARTS AND OPTION PARTS 6601385 ALUMINIUM BALL & FIXING SCREW 6601160 FLYBAR HUB/BEARINGS/CRADLE 6600855 TWISTER HEAD RETAINING PIN (5) 6601361 BELL MIXER ARM & PUSHROD SET 6601372 TAIL DRIVE BELT 6601320 SWASHPLATE TO FLYBAR LINKS (2) 6601367 BELT GUIDE SET 6601200 FLYBAR PADDLES (2) 6601382 BELT PULLEY SET 7710500 TRANSMITTER 5-CH 35mHz...
  • Page 11 6601386 CANOPY MOUNTING ROD 6601385 ALUMINIUM BALL & FIXING SCREW 6601366 MAIN FRAME 6600341 ESC 6601369 MAIN GEAR & SHAFT SET 6601361 BELL MIXER ARM & PUSHROD SET 6601388 MAIN SHAFT 6601364 HEATSINK 6601376 HORIZONTAL FIN 6601372 TAIL DRIVE BELT 6600381 (V2) BLADE GRIP SET (2) 6601370 LANDING SKID 6601367 BELT GUIDE SET...
  • Page 12 6601375 TAIL HARDWARE SET 6601362 TAIL BLADES 4460102 HL-400 HEADING HOLD GYRO 6601383 TAIL BLADES CONTROL ARM 6601379 TAIL SHAFT MOUNT 7710550 6CH RECEIVER 6601374 TAIL SERVO LINKAGE ROD 6601384 TAIL BLADES GRIPPING SET 6601377 VERTICAL FIN 6601373 TAIL BOOM SUPPORT ROD 7712115 SUPER MICRO DIGITAL 7.5g SERVO (S7.5D EnErG) 6601190 FLYBAR (2)
  • Page 13 6601180 FLYBAR CONTROL UNIT 6600331 240v (TO 12v DC) POWER SUPPLY (2 PIN) 7710500 TRANSMITTER 5-CH 35mHz 6601160 FLYBAR HUB/BEARINGS/ CRADLE 6600750 BEARINGS (3x6x2.5) (2) 6601150 CENTRE HUB AND SPINDLE SHAFT 6600855 HEAD RETAINING PIN (5) 6600850 ALLEN KEY/TIE WRAPS/ 6601330 MAIN SHAFT RETAINING SERVO TAPE COLLAR...
  • Page 14: Twister Cp Gold Exploded View

    TWISTER CP GOLD EXPLODED VIEW http://www.jperkinsdistribution.co.uk...
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  • Page 16 TWISTER CP GOLD Australasian agents: Model European agents: J Perkins Engines, Melbourne, Australia Distibution, Lenham, England www.modelengines.com.au www.jperkinsdistribution.co.uk...

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