Heli-Max BLACK HAWK Instruction Manual

Heli-Max BLACK HAWK Instruction Manual

1/43 scale 4-blade

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BLACK HAWK 1/43 Scale 4-Blade
NOTICE
● The instruction manual, warranties and other associated documentation are subject to
change without notice. Hobbico assumes no responsibility for inadvertent errors in this
manual.
● MAINTENANCE: Due to the complex design of the BLACK HAWK Helicopter this product
is for an intermediate pilot with previous RC helicopter experience. This detailed scale
helicopter has additional and more complex maintenance required than a standard "pod
and boom" helicopter. The various detailed and delicate parts and enclosed mechanical
assemblies require additional time and effort to access for maintenance. If you feel this
product is not for you, please return it to the place of purchase before you use the product.
● Heli-Max products are to be
used by ages 14 and over.
Entire Contents © 2013 Hobbico

Instruction Manual

BLACK HAWK and the BLACK HAWK helicopter design are
trademarks of Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation. They are
licensed throughout the world to Shanghai Nine Eagles
Electronic Technology Co., Ltd.
®
, Inc.
®
HMXE0838 RTF HMXE0839 TxR

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    Hobbico assumes no responsibility for inadvertent errors in this manual. ● MAINTENANCE: Due to the complex design of the BLACK HAWK Helicopter this product is for an intermediate pilot with previous RC helicopter experience. This detailed scale helicopter has additional and more complex maintenance required than a standard "pod...
  • Page 2 The Sikorsky UH-60 BLACK HAWK is a four-bladed, twin-engine, medium-lift utility helicopter manufactured by Sikorsky Aircraft. The Army designated the prototype as the YUH-60A and selected the BLACK HAWK as the winner of the program in 1976, after a fl y-off competition with the Boeing Vertol YUH-61.
  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    For the latest technical updates or manual corrections to the Heli-Max BLACK HAWK visit the Heli-Max web site at www.helimax-rc.com. Open the “Helicopters” link, and then select the BLACK HAWK helicopter. If there is any new technical information, changes or important updates to this model, a “tech notice” box will appear on the page.
  • Page 4: Battery Warnings

    ● Do not alter or modify the model. Doing so may result in an unsafe or un- fl yable model. ● When and if repairs are necessary, you must correctly install all components so that the model operates properly on the ground and in the air. Please check the operation of the model before every fl...
  • Page 5: Warranty

    Further, Heli-Max reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice. In that Heli-Max has no control over the fi nal assembly or material used for fi nal assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any damage resulting from the use by the user of the fi...
  • Page 6: Specifications

    specifications General Scale: 1:43 Management: Collective Pitch, 120 degree CCPM, TAGS control Motor: Brushless Shaft Drive Tail System: Yes Empty Weight: 175g (6.17 oz) Weight RTF: 211g (7.44 oz) Blade Length: 140mm (5.51") Tail Rotor Diameter: 80mm (3.14") Overall Length: 425mm (16.73") Height: 100mm (3.39") Width: 112mm (4.40") Motor...
  • Page 7 These tires allow a little more shock absorption as you are learning to fl y and land your BLACK HAWK. To change the tires grasp the gear leg in one hand and peel away the scale rubber tire.
  • Page 8 transmitter (rtf model) Please fully read the transmitter manual included with your helicopter to learn more about how to use and adjust your TX610. Important Transmitter Functions The Throttle Hold Switch (HOLD/ FLAP) is used to disable the power output of the motor but has no effect on the other controls.
  • Page 9 Stick Controls Throttle/Collective (Pitch) Tail (Rudder) Left and Right Cyclic (Aileron)
  • Page 10 (see how this is done in the TX610 Manual). If you decide to do a system reset, the factory setup numbers to the Heli-Max BLACK HAWK are listed here. Below are the factory default parameters (Model Memory 8) for your BLACK HAWK Helicopter.
  • Page 11 getting the model ready to fly Install Batteries In The Transmitter Remove the battery cover from the back of the transmitter and install eight “AA” batteries into the transmitter. Double- check the polarity of each battery before replacing the battery cover. Charge the Flight Battery Plug the wall power supply into any 110V standard outlet.
  • Page 12 Now is a good time to make sure the electronic trim buttons on the transmitter are centered. We do not need to use them as the Incredible Heli-Max TAGS system controls all fl ight center trims.
  • Page 13 Carefully slide the canopy back into place and you’re ready to go. To learn more about fl ying your BLACK HAWK skip forward to the “Start up and Operation” portion of the manual. For your reference here is the default setup for the Heli-Max...
  • Page 14 Tactic website, www.tacticrc.com. linking The Tx-R version of the BLACK HAWK requires you to link your transmitter to the helicopter. When using a Tactic SLT transmitter or Anylink one must follow the procedure below to complete the task. If you need to link or re-link for any reason, here is the proper procedure to do so.
  • Page 15 This includes the Futaba 6EX, 7C, T6J, TJ8 as well as others. We have listed the setup of a Futaba T6J transmitter. It’s also worth noting that even though the BLACK HAWK uses 120 degree CCPM (Cyclic- collective-pitch-mixing) that with the Heli-Max TAGS system you must select the 90 degree swash arrangement.
  • Page 16 We have also included a basic setup for Spektrum users as well. Spektrum DX6i AILE ELEV THRO RUDD GYRO PITC Parameter (PARA) HELI Reverse (REVR) Dual Rates (D/R) 100/80 100/80 100/80 Exponential (EXPO) POS 10 POS 10 Normal Throttle (N-TH) Normal Pitch (N-PI) Idle Up Throttle (I-TH) Idle Up Pitch (I-PI)
  • Page 17 “spool up” It is important to note the torque of the main blades can cause the helicopter to rotate slightly clockwise. This is normal. Your BLACK HAWK has the incredible Heli-Max TAGS system. The TAGS system takes care of all center trim function the transmitter. Having said this, you do not need, or want, to move or adjust the trim buttons during fl...
  • Page 18: Parts List

    Forward Flight: Now it’s time to work into basic forward fl ight. Just take the basic hovering maneuvers listed above and slowly fl y out farther and faster and always bring the helicopter back after one pass. Practice controlled slow fl ight in close as well.
  • Page 19: Exploded View

    HMXE2521 Tail Rotor Blade Set HMXE2507 Screw Set HMXE2542 Landing Gear Front Black / Green HMXE2508 Canopy Black / Green HMXE2509 Fuselage Right Black / Green HMXE2510 Fuselage Left Black / Green HMXE2541 LED Light HMXJ2025 TX610 SLT 6-Channel Transmitter HMXM2040 Transmitter Trainer Cord HMXP1006...

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Uh-60 black hawk

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