Maintenance · Troubleshooting · Repairs
WARNING: the motor of the XciteRC FLYBAR 185M may get very hot during operation. Allow to cool
down minimum 20 minutes before the next start to avoid damage. Fire hazard!
Maintenance
To have fun with your model over a long period, occasional service work is required to get your model in good
condition and to minimize wear.
• Remove dirt or dust depending with compressed air or a soft brush after each use. For stubborn dirt, a
harder brush or a toothbrush can be used.
• To clean the body/fuselage no chemical cleaners such as thinners may used, as this damage the plastic
of the body/fuselage. Normally a piece of soft cloth is ok, stubborn dirt can be removed with washing-up
liquid.
• Check the tightness of all screws and tighten if necessary.
• Also check all connections, cables and power battery / rechargeable battery for damage.
•
WARNING: Damaged batteries or rechargeable batteries must not be used again and must be
disposed of immediately – fire hazard! Please note the disposal notes at the end of this manual.
• Check the model for worn, broken or jammed parts and gears and repair if necessary.
•
WARNING: remove the batteries / rechargeable batteries of the transmitter and model when not in
use – fire hazard!
Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Cause
Rotor don't move
ON/OFF switch is OFF
Weak helicopter battery
Transmitter - model not bound
Rotor stops sud-
Weak helicopter battery
denly, helicopter
Weak transmitter battery
chrashes
The helicopter
Gyro initialisation failure
does not react to
the remote control.
Another radio controlled device using
Loss of control.
the same channel
Affected by sunlight or other strong
light
Repairs, Spare Parts
Normal wear and defective parts that result from an accident, are excluded from the guarantee. These in-
clude in particular:
For car models: bald tires, worn parts and drive gears, or bent / broken suspension, chassis or bodywork
For ship models: damaged or broken propellers, torn superstructure
For airplanes: damage due to improper transportation or crash
I If you find a part that is defective in material or workmanship right after opening the package, return - before
you used it – to your dealer or directly to us and we will send you a replacement.
For the Flybar 185M some parts are available as spares. If a part is defective or worn, you can identify it with
the help of the exploded view.
In case of problems or questions, please contact your dealer or:
XciteRC Flybar 185M Coax
Corrective Action
Switch ON helicopter
Re-charge battery
Rebind: first switch on the model, then the
transmitter
Re-charge battery
Change transmitter batteries
Place the model on a flat surface when
switching on
Switch off another/own device or move to
another spot
Avoid direct sunlight or other strong
light
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