Heli-Max AXE Mini EP RTF Instruction Manual

Heli-Max AXE Mini EP RTF Instruction Manual

Heli-max axe mini ep rtf helicopter instruction manual

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Rotor Span: 20.75 in [528mm]
Height: 8.125 in [206mm]
Length: 23 in [584mm]
Weight: 16.5 oz [468g]
Radio: 5-Channel FM with 3 micro servos and Receiver with
built-in ESCs and Gyro
Motor: 380 Brushed motor
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 2007

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
USA
Champaign, Illinois
(217) 398-8970
E-mail: helihotline@hobbico.com
HMXZ7006 for HMXE04** V1.1

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Summary of Contents for Heli-Max AXE Mini EP RTF

  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    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

    AXE Mini EP RTF visit the Heli-Max web site at www.helimax-rc.com. Open the “Helicopters” link, and then select the AXE Mini EP RTF. If there is new technical information or changes to this model a “tech notice” box will Failure to follow these safety precautions may result in appear in the upper left corner of the page.
  • Page 3: Additional Items Required

    1. Your AXE Mini EP RTF should not be considered a toy, but rather a sophisticated, working model that functions very much like a full-size helicopter. Because of its performance ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS capabilities, the AXE Mini EP RTF, if not assembled and operated correctly, could possibly cause injury to yourself or spectators and damage to property.
  • Page 4: Kit Inspection

    KIT INSPECTION Before starting assembly, take an inventory of the AXE Mini EP RTF to make sure it is complete, and inspect the parts to make sure they are of acceptable quality. If any parts are missing or are not of acceptable quality, or if you need assistance with assembly, contact Product Support.
  • Page 5: Assembly Instructions

    Charging the Flight Battery ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Install Batteries in the Transmitter ❏ WARNING! The charger supplied with the AXE Mini EP RTF is only meant to charge the supplied NiMH battery pack. Do not attempt to charge any other type of battery with this charger.
  • Page 6: Get The Model Ready To Fly

    Install the Battery Assemble Training Gear ❏ ❏ Remove the canopy by sliding the canopy grommets off Snap the four plastic fittings onto the landing gear as of the carbon rods. Slide the battery into the front of the shown. Slide the carbon rods through the underside of the battery tray as shown above.
  • Page 7: Preflight

    Always turn the Transmitter on first and ensure the idle up 1) I will not fly my model aircraft in sanctioned events, air switch is off. With the AXE Mini EP RTF sitting still, plug the shows, or model flying demonstrations until it has been battery into the ESC.
  • Page 8: Controls

    CONTROLS Always turn the Transmitter on first and ensure the idle up switch is off. With the AXE Mini EP RTF sitting still plug the battery into the ESC. The AXE Mini EP RTF will need to sit still for 10 seconds so the gyro can initialize and can determine center.
  • Page 9: Flying

    Tracking the Main Blades Moving the collective stick forward (away from you) will cause the helicopter to climb higher. At zero pitch, bring the main rotor up to speed and observe whether the rotational planes of the blades are the same. If they are not, adjust one of the linkages to bring the blades into the same plane.
  • Page 10 The cyclic controls on the 45° angle. the AXE Mini EP RTF are fairly sensitive so only small movements are necessary. As you progress with the maneuver you can pull a greater...
  • Page 11: Maintenance

    Servo Setup the pins with the drive gear. Press the silicone tubing back Note: The AXE Mini EP RTF is factory setup and test flown onto the shaft. Make certain there is no end gap on the tail so there is no need to make these adjustments unless you rotor shaft once you are done.
  • Page 12 Spindle Replacement Place the other dampening spacer and blade grip onto the spindle. Apply threadlocking compound to the remaining 2mm spindle screw. Slide a 2mm washer onto the screw and install into the spindle. Using two 1.5mm hex wrenches Use a 1.5mm hex wrench to remove a spindle screw. Remove tighten the spindle bolts.
  • Page 13: Optional Upgrade

    ® GY240 AVCS heading hold gyro in the Heli-Max Main Shaft Installation AXE Mini EP RTF. This section may be omitted if you do not intend to install this gyro. Items Needed (must be purchased separately): (1) Futaba GY240 AVCS Gyro (FUTM0809)
  • Page 14 Plug will better handle the increased current draw of more aggressive flight as your skill level advances. Installing a heading hold gyro into the Heli-Max AXE Mini Using wire cutters, remove the Deans Micro connector from EP RTF will make the model easier to fly. The gyro will now both battery input leads on the E-Board and the C-12 ESC.
  • Page 15 Carefully lift up the plastic tab on the C-12 ESC connector, Flight Initialization remove the red pin from the plug, and fold it back over the wire. Wrap a piece of electrical tape or heat-shrink tubing If this is your first time flying a heading hold gyro, be sure to around the connector pin and wire.
  • Page 16: Parts List / Optional Parts

    AXE Mini EP RTF Parts List Optional Parts Key # Description # of pcs. Key # Description 04 ..HMXM1002 ..NiMH Battery 650mAh, 10.8V ..1 18 ..HMXE7450..Carbon Fiber Vertical Fin 05 ..HMXE4703..Antenna Tube........1 w/mounting hardware 01 ..HMXE7420..Canopy White ........1 ..HMXE7451..Carbon Fiber Horizontal Fin 03 ..HMXE7426..Canopy Grommets......2...
  • Page 17: Detailed View Of Rotor Head / Exploded View

    Detailed View of Rotor Head Exploded View...
  • Page 18: Parts Images

    Parts Images...
  • Page 20: Optional Parts Images

    Optional Parts Images ElectriFly ™ 11.1V 910mAh 15C ElectriFly PolyCharge ™ LiPo Charger Balance BP910 LiPo Battery Part # GPMM3010 Part # GPMP0709 ElectriFly Triton ™ Jr. Charger ElectriFly Triton2 ™ Charger DuraTrax ® IntelliPeak ™ ICE Charger Part # GPMM3152 Part # GPMM3153 Part # DTXP4170...

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