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Introduction The UH-1 Huey was the first turbine powered helicopter to enter production for the U.S. Military and is most famously known for it’s service in the Vietnam War. This scale licensed Huey is based on that famous helicopter. Combined with SR flight characteristics, the Blade® Huey is a great combination of scale and performance for Ready to Fly helis. Before you fly the helicopter, you must read this manual. The Blade SR UH-1 Huey is a sophisticated Radio Controlled flying machine that has some features and pre-flight checks you will need to be familiar with before you fly. Table of Contents Blade SR UH-1 Huey Specifications Charging the Flight Battery ................4 25.8 in (655mm) Length Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC) ................4 9.3 in (235mm) Height Throttle Hold ....................4 21.8 in (550mm) Main Rotor Diameter Stunt Mode ....................
Charging the Flight Battery DC Li-Po Balancing Charger Features The Blade SR UH-1 Huey comes with a DC balancing charger and 3S Li-Po battery. You must charge the included Li-Po battery pack with a Li-Po specific • Charges 3-cell lithium polymer battery packs charger only (such as the included charger). Never leave the battery and char- • 800mA charge rate ger unattended during the charge process. Failure to follow the instructions properly could result in a fire. When charging, make sure the battery is on a • LED charge status indicator heat-resistant surface. Fully charge the flight battery before binding the aircraft • 12V alligator clip input cord or performing control tests. Specifications • Input power: 12V DC, 1.5-amp • Charges 3-cell Li-Po packs with minimum capacity of 1000mAh 3S 11.1V 1000mAh Li-Po Battery Pack The Blade SR UH-1 Huey 3S Li-Po battery pack features a balancing lead that allows you to safely charge your battery pack when used with the included Li-Po balancing charger. WARNING: The balance connector must be inserted into the correct port of your charger prior to charging.
Stunt Mode Stunt Mode allows you to fly aerobatics. Change between stunt and idle up modes in a hover with the throttle near the middle stick position. When the helicopter is in stunt mode: The helicopter may go up or down when you change between modes due to - The rotor head speed is constant.
Control Test Place the helicopter on a clean and flat ground surface (concrete or asphalt) WARNING: Stay at least 30 feet (10 meters) away from the helicopter free of obstructions. Always stay clear of the moving rotor blades. when the motor is running. Do not attempt to fly the helicopter at this time. CAUTION: Keep pets and other animals away from the helicopter. 7. Ensure the throttle is lowered completely. Move the TH HOLD switch to the Animals may injure themselves if they attack or run toward the (0) position. Slowly increase the throttle until the blades begin to spin. The helicopter. main blades spin clockwise when viewing the helicopter from the top. The 1. Move the throttle stick to idle/low stick position and move all transmitter tail rotor blades spin counterclockwise when viewing the helicopter from switches to the (0) position. the right-hand side. 2. Turn the transmitter on. NOTICE: If the main rotor blades are spinning backward, reduce the throttle to CAUTION: The transmitter battery alarm beeps when the transmitter idle. Move the throttle hold switch to the (1) position. Disconnect the battery...
Flying the Blade SR UH-1 Huey • Always keep the aircraft in sight and under control. • Always keep moving parts clean. • Always ensure spectators, especially children, are at least 40 feet away • Always keep parts dry. when the motor is running. • Always let parts cool after use before touching. • Always turn on throttle hold at rotor strike. • Always remove batteries after use.
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EN 301 489-1 V1.7.1: 2006 EN 301 489-17 V1.3.2: 2008 EN 60950-1:2006+A11 EN55022: 2006, EN55024: 1998+A1: 2001+A2: 2003 (EN61000-4-2: 2001, EN61000-4-3: 2006, EN61000-4-8: 2001) Signed for and on behalf of: Horizon Hobby, Inc. Steven A. Hall Champaign, IL USA Vice President August 12, 2011 International Operations and Risk Management Horizon Hobby, Inc. Instructions for disposal of WEEE by users in the European Union This product must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, it is the user’s responsibility to dispose of their waste equipment by handing it...
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