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Rotor Diameter: 27.5 in [700mm]
Weight: 19–22 oz [580–760g]
Length: 25.4 in [645mm]
Height: 9 in [225mm]
Motor: ElectriFly Ammo 28-45-2700kV (GPMG5215)
Heli-Max
guarantees this kit to be free from defects in both
material and workmanship at the date of purchase. This warranty
does not cover any component parts damaged by use or
modification. In no case shall Heli-Max's liability exceed the
original cost of the purchased kit. Further, Heli-Max reserves
the right to change or modify this warranty without notice.
In that Heli-Max has no control over the final assembly or material
used for final assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted
for any damage resulting from the use by the user of the final
user-assembled product. By the act of using the user-assembled
product, the user accepts all resulting liability.
READ THROUGH THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
FIRST. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
AND WARNINGS CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY
AND USE OF THIS MODEL.
Entire Contents © Copyright 2006
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WARRANTY
If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated
with the use of this product, the buyer is advised to return
this kit immediately in new and unused condition to the place
of purchase.
To make a warranty claim, send
the defective part or item to
Hobby Services at this address.
Include a letter stating your name, return shipping address, as
much contact information as possible (daytime telephone number,
fax number, e-mail address), a detailed description of the problem
and a photocopy of the purchase receipt. Upon receipt of the
package the problem will be evaluated as quickly as possible.
Hobby Services
3002 N. Apollo Dr. Suite 1
Champaign IL 61822
Champaign, Illinois
(217) 398-8970
E-mail: helicoptersupport@greatplanes.com
HMXZ7012 for HMXE0210 V1.0
USA

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  • Page 1 Champaign IL 61822 Hobby Services at this address. In that Heli-Max has no control over the final assembly or material used for final assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted Include a letter stating your name, return shipping address, as...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    6EXH radio (FUTK60** or FUTK61**) is an excellent entry-level radio for use with this helicopter. For more The Heli-Max MX450 is a fully aerobatic-capable helicopter, programming capability, any of Futaba’s higher channel-count offering the performance and flying manners of a 60-sized computer helicopter radios will work very well.
  • Page 3: Assemble The Tail

    Do not fully tighten the screws at this time. Be sure to (ESC) is required for this helicopter. We recommend the add a drop of threadlocker to each screw. Heli-Max 40A Brushless ESC (HMXM3004). Charger A charger capable of charging 3-cell (11.1V) LiPo batteries such as the ElectriFly PolyCharge 1-3-cell LiPo charger (GPMM3010) must be used.
  • Page 4: Install The Pushrods

    Do not over tighten. Use a drop of control horn. Check to see that the ball link runs freely on the threadlocker to secure each screw. ball, and loosen it if necessary using the following Heli-Max Tip. INSTALL THE PUSHRODS HELI-MAX TIP How to adjust the fit of ball links.
  • Page 5: Install The Servos

    ❏ 3. Using two plastic servo screw nuts, install the pitch Use this swash plate diagram in your radio for proper setup. servo as shown. With the pitch servo centered, the servo arm should be completely horizontal with the ball end to the rear as shown.
  • Page 6: Install Linkages

    INSTALL LINKAGES ❏ 9. Install the elevator control linkage as shown. Be sure that the swash plate is level with all the control arms and the servos are horizontal. If they are not, remove and adjust accordingly. ❏ 6. Locate the 3 control rods and the 6 ball link ends. 1) Pitch (54mm) 2) Elevator (48mm) 3) Aileron (41mm)
  • Page 7: Final Assembly & Setup

    FINAL ASSEMBLY & SETUP ❏ 12. Install the receiver in the bay under the spur gear. Be sure to keep the receiver towards to rear of the bay as show. Attach with double sided foam tape or Velcro. Make sure that the receiver antenna is routed so that it cannot possibly interfere with the main or tail rotor blades.
  • Page 8 ❏ 5. Secure the shield to the canopy with the two small screws packaged with the shield. ❏ 3. Cut the window out of the canopy, and trim the flashing from around the rear opening. ❏ 6. Install the canopy onto the helicopter. ❏...
  • Page 9: Check The Control Directions

    ❏ ❏ 1. Attach the “loop” side of the hook-and-loop material to 1. Balance your main blades using the Heli-Max Blade the battery. Mount the battery to the battery tray. Balancer (HMXR4855). Do so according to the instructions that came with your balancer.
  • Page 10: Set Control Throws

    SET CONTROL THROWS RANGE CHECK Ground check the operational range of your radio before the first flight of the day. With the transmitter antenna collapsed and the receiver and transmitter on, you should be able to walk at least 50 feet away from the model and still have control. Have an assistant stand by your model and, while you work the controls, tell you what the servos are doing.
  • Page 11: Mx400 Parts List

    HMXE9502 ..ARK-214 ..Carbon Tail Blade Set HMXE8206 ..4022-009 ..Autorotation Gear 105T HMXE7412 ..ARK-217 ..Fiberglass Canopy MX400 Style HMXE7920 ..4022-013 ..Gyro Mount HMXE7414 ..ARK-236 ..Fib/glass Canopy MX450 XS Painted HMXE7430 ..4022-017 ..Canopy Mount HMXE7381 ..4022-018 ..Servo Nut Plastic HMXE9109 ..ARK-238 ..Tail Boom Servo Mount Aluminum HMXE8410 ..4023-003 ..Auto-rotation drive shaft...
  • Page 12: Parts Drawings

    ROTOR HEAD 4013-010 ARK-222 4925-002 ARK-224 4045-001 4014-001 4102-004 4011-010 4045-006 4102-010 ARK-223 4603-003 4043-007 4202-007 MIXING LEVERS ARK-221 4011-010 4925-002 4016-001 ARK-225 4045-006 4102-010 4012-008...
  • Page 13 PITCH LINKS 4001-120 FLYBAR 4013-006 4001-106 4603-003...
  • Page 14 BLADE GRIPS ARK-203 ARK-231 4202-007 4043-007 5400-115 4045-003 4012-112 4011-001 ARK-220 4703-055 4013-001 BLADE ATTACHMENT CCPM SWASH PLATE...
  • Page 15 LINKAGES...
  • Page 16 MAIN SHAFT 4013-003 4045-004 4001-113 ARK - 233 4022-008 4001-110 4023-003 4022-009 4702-045 4102-012 TAIL DRIVE 4702-004 4925-003 4001-111 4045-002 4001-112 ARK - 234 4925-004...
  • Page 17 UPPER FRAME 4702-045 4013-003 ARK-202 ARK-235 4302-006 4002-213 ARK-233 4102-022 ARK-234 4022-018 4021-010 4102-004 LOWER FRAME...
  • Page 18 LANDING GEAR 4002-210 TAIL BOOM 4003-314 4102-010...
  • Page 19 TAIL DRIVE GEARBOX ARK-240 (w/out 4003-311) ARK-239 4003-318 4031-010 ARK-204 (w/out 4003-315) 4031-004 4003-304 4925-002 4003-318 4003-313 4102-014 4031-001 4003-305 4003-315 4102-004 TAIL ROTOR 4502-006 4045-001 4603-003 4043-007 4202-007 4003-322 4102-008 4003-309 4003-311 ARK-232...
  • Page 20: Pitch Gauge

    CANOPY PITCH TEMPLATE...

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