ROBBE BLUE ARROW XL 490 Operating Instructions Manual

ROBBE BLUE ARROW XL 490 Operating Instructions Manual

2.4 ghz large outdoor co-axial helicopter for beginners

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outdoor co-axial helicopter
for beginners

Operating Instructions

BLUE ARROW
XL 490 RTF
2.4 GHz
No. S2542

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Summary of Contents for ROBBE BLUE ARROW XL 490

  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Large outdoor co-axial helicopter for beginners Operating Instructions BLUE ARROW XL 490 RTF 2.4 GHz No. S2542...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW XL 490 RTF 2.4 GHz No. S2542 Explanation of specialist terms: Contents Page Explanation of specialist terms / Contents Motor speed ("Throttle"): This controls the model's Safety Notes 3, 4 Set contents / Specification climb and descent.
  • Page 3: Safety Notes

    Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW XL 490 RTF 2.4 GHz No. S2542 Be sure to read these Safety Notes before you operate your model. Do not stand close to the hazard area around rotating parts when Always keep to the procedures and settings recommended in the an electric motor is connected to the flight battery.
  • Page 4 Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW XL 490 RTF 2.4 GHz No. S2542 Operating the model Insurance Ground-based models are usually covered by standard personal third- Caution - injury hazard: party insurance policies. In order to fly model aircraft you will need to Please keep your model helicopter - including small co-axial and extend the cover of your existing policy, or take out specific insurance.
  • Page 5: Safety Notes

    Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW XL 490 RTF 2.4 GHz No. S2542 Dear customer, Congratulations on choosing a factory-assembled mo- del helicopter from our range. Many thanks for placing your trust in us. The model can be completed and made ready to fly very quickly.
  • Page 6 Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW XL 490 RTF 2.4 GHz No. S2542 Transmitter settings, Mode 1: Transmitter settings, Mode 2 (as supplied): Pitch-axis trim Throttle trim Throttle trim Pitch-axis trim Roll and Throttle Throttle Tail rotor and pitch-axis and tail rotor...
  • Page 7 Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW XL 490 RTF 2.4 GHz No. S2542 Converting the transmitter from "Mode 2" (throttle left) Charging the flight battery to "Mode 1" (throttle right) Connect the battery charger to The transmitter is supplied set to Mode 2 as standard. If you pre- the wall socket.
  • Page 8: Safety Notes Regarding Lipo Batteries

    • The fluid electrolyte can also be removed from clothing and other objects by rinsing with copious amounts of water. LIABILITY EXCLUSION Since robbe Modellsport is not in a position to monitor the handling of these batteries, we expressly deny all liability and guarantee claims where the batteries have been incorrectly charged, discharged or handled.
  • Page 9: Flight Preparation

    Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW XL 490 RTF 2.4 GHz No. S2542 Flight preparation Open the transmitter battery compartment and insert the four AA dry cells (maintain correct polarity). 2. Switch the transmitter on (Fig. 1). The transmitter's battery status is shown on the screen. Move the throttle stick and trim to the bottom position (towards you). If you overlook this, the motors will not run.
  • Page 10 Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW XL 490 RTF 2.4 GHz No. S2542 Trim settings, Mode 1 Trim settings, Mode 2 Throttle trim: Throttle trim: If the rotors start to spin without the If the rotors start to spin without the...
  • Page 11 Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW XL 490 RTF 2.4 GHz No. S2542 Controlling the model in Mode 1 Controlling the model in Mode 2 Lift-off Landing Lift-off Landing Yaw left Yaw right Yaw left Yaw right Pitch forward Pitch back...
  • Page 12: Important Notes

    Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW XL 490 RTF 2.4 GHz No. S2542 Important Notes Preparations for the first flight Take-off: raise the rotor speed slowly and steadily until the model Ideally the first flight should take place in a large indoor space hovers at eye-level.
  • Page 13: Synchronising The Drive Motors

    Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW XL 490 RTF 2.4 GHz No. S2542 Synchronising the drive motors Re-binding the transmitter This set-up procedure is only necessary if the two drive motors are This procedure is only necessary after replacing individual com- not synchronised, or after a repair.
  • Page 14 Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW XL 490 RTF 2.4 GHz No. S2542 S2542001 S2542002 S2542003 S2542004 S2542005 S2542006 S2542007 S2542008 S2542009 S2542010 S2542011 S254202 S2542013 S2542014 S2542015 S2542016 S2542017 S2542018 S2542019 S2542020 S2542021 S2542022 S2542023 S2542024...
  • Page 15: Replacement Parts List

    Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW XL 490 RTF 2.4 GHz No. S2542 Replacement parts list - Blue Arrow XL 490 RTF Replacement parts list - Blue Arrow XL 490 RTF Order No. Description Order No. Description S2542001 Dome bearing bracket...
  • Page 16 Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW XL 490 RTF 2.4 GHz No. S2542 Causes of problems in flight, and how to eliminate them* Cause of problem Reason Remedy Rotor blades do not turn Transmitter not switched on - Switch transmitter on...
  • Page 17: Conformity Declaration

    EC Directive. You can read the original Conformity Declaration on the Internet at www. robbe.com: click on the "Conformity Declaration" logo button which you will find next to the corresponding device description. This product can be operated in all EU countries.

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