Traxxas dr-1 User's Manual
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1. Do not store a swollen or damaged battery See About Lithium Polymer LiPo Batteries for more information Troubleshooting Guide The helicopter is drifting on its own The helicopter is out of trim Correct this by using the trim buttons See Adjusting Your Controls for Stable Flight The LED is blinking on the transmitter and the transmitter will not control the model 1 The transmitter is in binding mode e Confirm that the helicopter is powered on and in binding mode blinking LED Move the transmitter to within one foot of the helicopter The transmitter and helicopter should bind indicated by a tone from the transmitter and solid LEDs on both the transmitter and helicopter 2 There was a problem with the binding process e Power down the transmitter and the helicopter and then power them on again transmitter first then helicopter The transmitter and helicopter should bind indicated by a tone from the transmitter and solid LEDs on both the transmitter and the helicopter The controls are reversed For example when the control is moved right the helicopter moves left 1 The front of the helicopter is facing you instead of facing away from you Make sure the front of the helicopter is facing away from you and try again 2 You have accidentally changed the servo reversing Return the transmitter to the default settings See Restoring the Default Settings The transmitter settings have been adj2. HIGH PERFORMANCE COAXIAL DUAL ROTOR HELICOPTER OWNER S MANUAL Model 6308 Ready To Fly DR 1 with Transmitter LiPo Battery and Charger Model 6307 DR 1 EZ Connect with LiPo Battery and Charger transmitter not included Introduction Carefully read and follow all instructions in this and any accompanying materials to prevent serious damage to your model Failure to follow these instructions will be considered abuse and or neglect Before operating your model look over this entire manual and examine the model carefully If for some reason you decide it is not what you wanted do not continue any further Your hobby dealer absolutely cannot accept a model for return or exchange after it has been used Support Traxxas Technical Support PHONE 888 TRAXXAS 1 888 872 9927 ONLINE Traxxas com support EMAIL support traxxas com Monday through Friday from 8 30am to 9 00pm central time Available in the U S only Outside of the U S please call 1 972 265 8000 Traxxas encourages you to register your helicopter online at Traxxas com register Exclusive Traxxas Helicopter Replacement Plan Traxxas protects your investment with the Traxxas Helicopter Replacement Plan that allows owners to exchange worn or damaged helicopters for a reduced flat rate fee Consult your Traxxas Service and Support Guide for details and current pricing You can also renew your helicopter s performance with replacement parts available from you
3. black 5 00 If you have questions or need technical assistance call Traxxas at 1 888 TRAXXAS 1 888 872 9927 U S residents only For orders calls outside the U S and other information call 972 265 8000 or fax to 972 265 8011 e mail Traxxas at support Traxxas com TRAXXAS COM For assistance call 1 888 TRAXXAS or e mail Traxxas anytime at support Traxxas com REV 121009 1151 14 TRAXXAS S1O11 19470 JO e21YdeJ Bod 104 qisuods 1 pjay Salossaaze euondo Jo buys do pau yog9 1 duuo2 e 104 Ier SUR S do ang GG 9 aq 1ouue2 SEXXEJ JaAamoy BUIMEJP SIUJ JO DEJN22E aU insu 0 SPE u q sey i o q 9SE9 en s do pal pceg 1duu 11e Aan 9210U INOUJIM Bueu2 o115 qns ase Bed sIYJ uo SUCN1E2IJI23ds ydo nlq 6669 d y eld 9SE9 91769 195 M919S O Ch 004 6001 AJY 2 do bygel ezeo qo aniq 8ZE9 pol 22 9 Ajayesedas plos 61769 nlq Leg paj ZL 9 do aniq do pol q 0689 669 EECH 689 8089 1089 ag q T eh aniq Ido pau Digg CEEI 669 6669 do po 0689 do nlq LG 9 yoe q ZSE9 _ Ajquiassy 15 TRAXXAS MODEL 6308 6307 1100 KLEIN ROAD PLANO TEXAS 75074 1 888 TRAXXAS BKC12102 ROO Rev 121009
4. exceed the actual purchase price paid for the product Traxxas reserves the right to modify warranty provisions without notice All warranty claims will be handled directly by Traxxas The Traxxas warranty gives the customer specific legal rights and possibly other rights that vary from state to state All dollar amounts stated are in United States dollars The term lifetime shall refer to the product s production life at Traxxas Traxxas is not obligated to provide upgraded products at a reduced rate when a previous product s production cycle has ended Traxxas encourages you to register your helicopter online at Traxxas com register Traxxas Helicopter Replacement Plan If your helicopter sustains crash damage or extensive wear that is impractical to repair you can exchange the worn or damaged helicopter minus transmitter for a new helicopter for half the suggested selling price of a new helicopter with transmitter All returns must be made to your hobby dealer or directly to Traxxas FCC Compliance This device contains a module that complies with the limits for a Class B digital device as described in part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The limits for a Class B digital device are designed to provide reasonab
5. linkages match the transmitter commands as shown below Mode 1 9 Fly your model See Flight Controls 10 Store and maintain your model See Caring for Your Model e Unplug and remove the battery e Charge the flight battery to 50 if you are storing the model for a week or more e Store the model and its batteries out of the reach of children and animals e Remove the batteries from the transmitter if storing for a long period Flight Controls Before you begin flying your model familiarize yourself with the flight controls Throttle Control Pushing the throttle stick forward will cause the main rotors to spin The farther you push the stick the faster the rotors will spin causing the helicopter to lift off and gain altitude Increase throttle altitude Push throttle stick forward Decrease altitude Pull throttle stick back Rudder Control If you move the Rudder stick to the right the helicopter will rotate clockwise If you move the stick left the helicopter will rotate counterclockwise The farther you move the stick the faster the helicopter will rotate Rotate Left Move Rudder stick left Rotate Right Move Rudder stick right TRAXXAS e 5 Elevator Control Pushing the Elevator stick forward wi
6. model Do not approach the model until the rotor blades have stopped completely Hold the throttle stick in the down position throttle off before picking up the model Turn the model off and unplug the battery before inspecting it for damage M Be prepared for altitude changes as you fly Forward reverse and left right movements may increase or reduce lift causing the helicopter to gain or lose altitude Be prepared to react to altitude changes by adjusting the throttle as you fly the model Normal and Expert Flight Modes e The DR 1 is factory set for Normal Mode flying and it will always power up in Normal Mode While fast and responsive in Normal Mode the DR 1 has even greater performance capability when Expert Mode is activated Activate Expert Mode by pressing down on the Elevator stick the model and transmitter must both be on e The LCD will display EXPERT and the red LED will blink to show you are in Expert mode Click the Elevator stick to switch between Normal and Expert mode displayed Expert mode TRAXXAS g J WARNING While in Expert Mode it is even more important to use slow smooth control inputs to prevent crashing your helicopter Do not attempt flying in Expert Mode until you can confidently control the model in Normal Mode Personal injury or product damage may result The helicopter will react more guickly to control inputs fly more aggressively and will be capable of faster flight Experts o
7. with the canopy facing away from you Stand several feet behind the model TRAXXAS 7 5 Slowly push the throttle stick forward Gently increase the rpm of the main rotors until the model begins to lift off 6 Reduce throttle to maintain a hover when the model is about 2 3 feet off the ground This height will reduce the likelihood of crash damage and keep the model away from ground turbulence 7 Practice maintaining the hover position Minor control inputs are required to keep the model hovering in one spot and at one altitude 8 Practice gaining and reducing altitude To land slowly and smoothly pull the throttle stick back until the helicopter touches down 9 Practice flying forward and backward When you can confidently hover and control the model altitude operate the elevator and aileron controls separately to familiarize yourself with the helicopter s response 10 Practice rotating the helicopter When you can operate the elevator and aileron controls confidently practice using the rudder control while hovering Practice rotating and stopping the helicopter precisely 11 Combine control commands When you are comfortable operating the controls independently you can combine controls to make very precise maneuvers The model will always fly in the direction of the canopy If you ever feel you don t have complete control of the helicopter use the throttle stick to maintain altitude and release the opposit
8. you above any ground turbulence and deliver more stable and controllable flight O 1 Find a suitable flying area The DR 1 should be flown primarily indoors The recommended minimum area for indoor flight is a room that is 10 x 10 feet with a ceiling height of 8 feet or more Be aware that the spinning rotor blades may damage furniture and wall coverings 2 Switch the transmitter on Move the throttle stick to the full down position A throttle off and then slide the power switch up to the ON position B TMk Observe the battery level indicator on the LCD x e T five segments should be displayed Replace the xd batteries when only one segment is displayed Do not fly the model with low transmitter batteries or loss of control may result MA 3 Switch the model on FL e Make certain the transmitter s throttle stick is in the full down position A throttle off 7 e Place the model on a smooth flat surface near the transmitter and slide the mode s on off switch to the on position e Do not operate the controls or move the model This will allow the model to confirm its neutral position for stable flight e The transmitter will emit a tone to indicate that binding is complete When the red LED on the transmitter and the blue LED on the helicopter are both solid not blinking the helicopter is ready to fly 3 6 feet A 4 Place the model in the center of your flying area lt
9. 00 6343 Main gear lower 1 for inner main shaft bushing 1 screws 2 3 25 6342 Main gear upper 1 main shaft outer 1 locking collar 1 SCREWS 3 smiete ba nn 6 00 6344 Rotor head lower screws 2 6337 Battery 450MAN UPo I I 15 00 6238 Charger USB dual port u 10 00 6338 Charger USB single port 5 00 6335 Motor clockwise 1 motor counter clockwise 1 20 00 6348 Servo digital NANO ec cccessecccsssceecesseecsesseececssseeceseeeseseeeeesas 20 00 6336 Switch power 8 00 6239 Transmitter 2 4GHz 4 channel 45 00 Ready to Fly amp EZ Connect Models 6308 DR 1 Dual rotor Coaxial Helicopter RTF Call 6307 DR 1 Dual rotor Coaxial Helicopter EZ Connect Call Tail boom amp Landing Skid 6356 Landing skid set black anodized screws 4 assembled 10 00 6355 Landing skid set blue anodized screws 4 assembled 10 00 6354 Landing skid set red anodized screws 4 assembled 10 00 6352 Tail boom black anodized tail fin screw 1 5 00 6351 Tail boom blue anodized tail fin screw 1 5 00 6350 Tail boom red anodized tail fin screw 1 5 00 6349 Tail boom support set
10. and allow it to sit still for three or more seconds The DR 1 will automatically re center the rudder control M As you adjust each trim the transmitter s LCD will show you the trim position as a numeric value There are 25 trim steps in each direction for Rudder Elevator and Aileron When your model is trimmed for stable flight the trim display may not indicate that the neutral setting is zero This is normal Flying Tips e The helicopter is sensitive to air currents in the room and turbulence that is created when the helicopter is near the ground walls and ceilings e Avoid air vents air conditioners room fans and other devices that circulate air as they may affect your model and cause unpredictable movements As the helicopter nears a ceiling or wall it will be drawn to the surface and pilot correction will be reguired Stay 2 3 feet away from ceilings and walls to avoid this e Avoid obstacles such as ceiling fans and fire sprinkler heads e Remember that the model flies forward reverse left and right relative to its position not relative to your position This is important to remember when the helicoptor is flying towards you M A rapid landing is much gentler on the helicopter than striking a wall or another object that stalls the rotor blades M If you do crash your model immediately pull the throttle stick to the full down position to stop the rotor blades from spinning Failure to do so may result in damage to the
11. and replacement parts may be purchased from your Traxxas dealer directly from Traxxas by phone or online at BuyTraxxas com You can save time along with shipping and handling costs by purchasing replacement parts directly from your local dealer The following guide will take you through the various options you have for obtaining service for your Traxxas model including warranty and non warranty service Toll free support is available in the U S only Outside of the U S please call 1 972 265 8000 Traxxas Warranty Coverage Your new helicopter is considered to be a hobby class model Because our products are not considered to be toys no warranties are expressed or implied that cover damage caused by normal use or wear or cover or imply how long any part will last before requiring replacement due to wear Parts will wear from use and occasionally require replacement The helicopter and its components are only covered against manufacturer s defects in materials workmanship or assembly when new before being used Any component found to be defective incorrectly made or incorrectly assembled will be repaired or replaced at Traxxas sole discretion This will be done within a reasonable time period and free of charge If you believe a defect in materials workmanship or assembly was not apparent when the product was new and only became evident after the product was used then please call us Limitations Any and all wa
12. at the best available recycling techniques be employed to minimize the impact on the environment Recycling electronics helps by keeping harmful chemicals out of the environment and also saves money by reusing precious metals Remove any batteries and dispose of them and the product at your local authority s recycling facility For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling please contact your local city office your household waste disposal service or the location where you purchased this product Declaration of Conformity for R amp TTE Directive In accordance with IEC 17050 1 This is to certify that the following products conform to the requirements of the R amp TTE Directive 99 5 EC and that all essential test suites have been carried out Product DR 1 6308 6307 Standards applied EN 300 328 V1 7 1 EN 301 489 1V1 8 1 EN 301 489 17 V2 1 1 EN 62311 2008 EN 60950 1 2006 A11 2009 f J 4 d e 4 7 yA pra A lt A Signed N E DORE N Date _Oct 9 2012 _ Traxxas L P 1100 Klein Rd Plano TX 75074 ep NE Wi RoHS THIS MODEL IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE BY CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 14 WITHOUT THE SUPERVISION OF A RESPONSIBLE ADULT Ze WARNING POTENTIAL CHOKING HAZARD KEEP THIS MODEL ITS TRANSMITTER AND EXTRA EQUIPMENT OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN UNDER 3 YEARS OF AGE TRAXXAS e 13 FZ Ap s DR 1 Dual rotor Coaxial Helic
13. e batteries TRAXXAS e 3 J Mode 2 Display Mode 1 Display 3 Battery Level Data Display Elevator Trim Data Display Elevator Trim Mode 2 Mode 1 S Indicator Indicator Rudder Expert Mode M The Mode 1 or Mode 2 control positions are set at the factory and are not user selectable The mode is set according to the control configuration that is most common in your region Typically Mode 2 is used in the US The control positions for Mode 1 and Mode 2 are identical except for the Throttle and Forward Reverse controls as illustrated above Be certain to confirm your Transmitter e mode and refer to the correct illustrations in this manual Battery Level Indicator Getting Started 1 Read all safety precautions 2 Charge the battery pack 3 Install the included AAA alkaline batteries into the transmitter E g P mb ab D ED ED 4 Install the battery into the helicopter A Make sure the power switch is off 5 Plug the battery into the power connector on the model B 6 Turn on the transmitter Make sure the throttle stick is in the full down position throttle off A then turn the transmitter on B 7 Turn on the model See Flying Your Model l 4 TRAXXAS 8 Confirm proper control operation Make certain the control
14. e stick The model will return to level flight M The following behaviors indicate a low battery condition and that the battery should be recharged immediately e The LED on the helicopter is blinking e The helicopter loses power and lands itself low voltage cutoff e During operation the helicopter begins to spin requiring large rudder input to correct Land the helicopter Adjusting the Controls for Stable Flight If your helicopter pulls or drifts in any direction unrelated to air currents when the sticks are at neutral you can use the trim controls to tune out any unwanted flight motions Increase Forward Elevator Throttle HB Fly Forward Forward Elevator Fly Forward Right Aileron Fly Sideways Right Right Aileron Fly Sideways Right SS Left Aileron Fly Sideways Left D de AA Left Aileron L 7 Z N Fly Sideways Right Rudder 7 U Decrease Throttle Rear Elevator Fly Backward Throttle Rear Elevator Fly Backward SIT Rudder Aileron Rudder Yaw Aileron Roll Trim Trim Trim Trim 8 TRAXXAS The trim buttons will adjust each control in a small increment with each click Press the trim button as many times as is reguired until the model holds a steady hover with little or no correction reguired e The DR 1 features an automatic rudder trimming feature Simply land the helicopter
15. ecause your model is controlled by radio it is subject to radio interference from many sources that are beyond your control Radio interference can cause momentary losses of radio control always allow a safety margin in all directions around the model to prevent collisions e When flying outdoors do so only on a calm day when there is no wind Do not operate your model near buildings power lines or other hazards When flying indoors avoid locations with ceiling fans hanging light fixtures heating or air conditioning vents or any other obstacles that may interfere with or damage your model e Never attempt to retrieve your model from any location higher than your reach such as rooftops or from any location that poses a safety hazard e Do not operate your model at night or anytime your line of sight to the model may be obstructed or impaired in any way Do not operate the model if you are tired or otherwise impaired e Moisture causes damage to electronics Avoid exposing your helicopter transmitter and battery to water 2 TRAXXAS The motor batteries and speed control can become hot during use Allow parts to cool before handling Do not leave the model unattended while it is turned on Immediately turn the transmitter and model off after you have safely landed the model e Most importantly use good common sense at all times All instructions and precautions outlined in this manual should be strictly followed to en
16. he USB charger included with the model or a Traxxas specified accessory charger Failure to use the correct charger may result in a fire personal injury and or property damage DO NOT use a charger designed for NiCad or NiMH batteries Using any charger other than the included charger may damage the battery e Charge the battery in a safe area away from flammable materials Allow the battery to cool to room temperature before recharging e Never leave batteries unattended while charging Monitor the charging process and react to any problems that may occur Always unplug the battery from the model when not in use and when it is being stored or transported e Do not use or charge battery packs that have been damaged in any way bent dented swollen torn covering or otherwise damaged Do not allow small children to charge or handle LiPo batteries e Only discharge the LiPo battery by using it to power your model Do not discharge the battery using an accessory device Store the battery and model in a dry area at room temperature Avoid temperatures less than 40 F 4 C and greater than 120 F 49 C Do not store the battery or model in a car or in direct sunlight If stored in a hot car or otherwise exposed to temperatures greater than 120 F 49 C the battery can be damaged or may catch fire Included Support Equipment 450 mAh LiPo battery USB powered Charger Spare rotor blade set Phillips screwdriver 4 Traxxas AAA alkalin
17. le protection against harmful interference in residential settings This product generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not operated in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications 12 TRAXXAS Canada Industry Canada IC This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 and RSS 210 This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause interference and this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Radio Freguency RF Exposure Information The radiated output power of the Traxxas model is below the Industry Canada IC radio freguency exposure limits The Traxxas DR 1 should be used in such a manner such that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized CE Compliance for Users in the European Union WEEE Compliance Please help the environment by disposing of your product responsibly at the end of its life The wheeled bin symbol a indicates that this product should not be disposed of in your household waste containers Instead the product should be disposed of by using a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment The Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE Directive 2002 96 EC requires th
18. ll cause the helicopter to fly forward Pulling the stick back will cause the helicopter to fly backward JA V j ne SN Fly forward Push Elevator stick forward Fly backward Pull Elevator stick back Aileron Control Moving the Aileron stick left or right will cause the model to fly sideways in the direction of stick movement Mode 2 Controls THROTTLE UP Gain Altitude Ze 4 FORWARD ELEVATOR Fly Forward Ka q lt r a a LEFT RUDDER kent N RIGHT RUDDER LEFT AILERON s RIGHT AILERON el s E EE N U 6 kJ JA EE REAR ELEVATOR Reduce Altitude v Fly AN THROTTLE ZA Gain Altitude Mode 1 Controls FORWARD ELEVATOR Fly Forward SE ly Sideways L 4 ENS i REAR ELEVATOR U 6 TRAXXAS Throttle U Right Rudder A Toar Elevater E aw i Forward Elevator O ZA P gt da wes Wd KL st Left Aileron Throttle Left Rudder Down Flying Your Model M Make small gentle control movements The model will react guickly to your commands To avoid loss of control ALWAYS move the controls SLOWLY If you ever feel you don t have complete control of the helicopter use the throttle stick to maintain altitude and release the opposite stick The model will return to level flight Avoid ground turbulence Flying 2 3 feet above the ground will put
19. nly Customizing The Controls The speed of each control except the throttle can be adjusted independently Once you have selected a control you can increase its value more directional speed or reduce its value less directional speed Follow these steps to select and adjust each control Please note that the first programming option is servo reversing indicated by SE Skip this setting to avoid accidentally reversing the model s controls When adjusting the controls in Normal mode the trim displays will show three flashing dots and the red LED will be on solid In Expert mode five flashing dots will be displayed and the red LED will be blinking The Elevator stick may be depressed at any time during programming to access the Normal and Expert Mode settings 1 Turn on the transmitter and model 5 LCD displays flashing dots in the 2 Hold the throttle stick base for 3 seconds channel being adjusted cm s s 3 dots displayed in Normal 1118 5 dots displayed in Expert TIP Press the Elevator stick to switch between Normal and Expert mode at any time 3 SE Servo Reversing appears Do not adjust 6 Adjust the channel value using the trim key 7 Click the throttle stick base to advance 4 Click the throttle stick base to to the next function or hold the stick advance to the next function base for one second to exit Restoring the Default Settings Use the following procedure to return the tra
20. nsmitter to its default settings 1 With the transmitter powered off move both sticks to the upper left position and hold then power on the transmitter and release the sticks 10 TRAXXAS 2 Move the left stick to full travel in each direction full left full right full forward full back holding the stick in each position for one second Repeat this procedure with the right stick 3 Place the throttle stick in the full down throttle off position and then press and hold any trim button to complete the reset The red LED will begin blinking when the reset is complete 4 Turn the helicopter on confirm the control directions and fly Caring For Your Model After each flight and immediately after any crash inspect your model for worn or damaged parts If required parts are available at your local Traxxas dealer For a complete parts list and exploded view of your model refer to the Service and Support Guide in this manual A micro screwdriver is supplied with your model to assist with repairs e When not in use store your model in its original packaging with the batteries removed from the transmitter and helicopter e If you do not plan to fly your model for a week or more store the battery approximately 50 charged to maintain battery performance and life To achieve a 50 charge fly the model until the battery requires recharging Charge the battery for half the time typically required to fully charge the battery
21. opter 6307 6308 Parts List Parts shown in bold are optional accessories Part categories and individual part listings are arranged alphabetically Prices are shown in US Dollars Canopies a Blades 6313 Canopy DR 1 blue OO 14 00 6312 Canopy DR 1 red 1 asto rait 14 00 6322 Rotor blade grips black GO 3 00 6316 Rotor blade set upper amp lower black i 6 00 Linkage 8 Hardware 6347 Bearings main shaft CO 6 00 6345 Linkage sei 5 25 6346 Screw set non r ssnsssssssssssssssssa 4 25 E ME ETC EE 11 00 6325 Main frame none nr nn 8 00 6326 Main frame battery holder 1 canopy mounting posts 2 Screws 2 EEE 6 00 6333 Main frame side plate inner 2 black anodized aluminum SChOWS l steg eege edd ates Pu asi 5 00 6332 Main frame side plate inner 2 blue anodized aluminum SCreWS 6 EN 5 00 6331 Main frame side plate inner 2 red anodized aluminum SCHOWS 6 csaceves si cccvancccvesuiescnsueceeceuceecteavvesstcevewsiedsvevsvedsvecueeaveanteastane 5 00 6329 Main frame side plate outer 2 black anodized aluminum SCreWs 0 ected iva Seege eege Edegeh sees 8 00 6328 Main frame side plate outer 2 blue anodized aluminum SCREWS EE 8 00 6327 Main frame side plate outer 2 red anodized aluminum 6347 Bearings main shaft CO 6 00 6323 Flybar main shaft inner rotor head upper assembled 6
22. r hobby dealer or Traxxas Safety Precautions Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this model and any optional support equipment you may use e The transmitter controls are positioned in one of two configurations Mode 1 or Mode 2 depending on the region in which you purchased your model Both configurations are illustrated in this manual Be certain to confirm the controls of your model before you attempt to fly it e Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries The helicopter has rotating blades that move at high speed posing danger of damage and injury Pilots are responsible for any actions that result in damage or injury from the improper operation of the helicopter Choose an adequate flying space without obstacles Do not operate the helicopter near buildings crowds of people high voltage power lines or trees to ensure the safety of yourself others and your model Wear eye protection when operating your helicopter and keep your hands face hair loose clothing and foreign objects away from the rotating blades e This model has small parts that may pose a choking hazard Keep all small parts and electrical devices out of the reach of children and animals e Pets can become excited by radio controlled models Keep pets away from your model at all times e Keep the model in sight at all times during operation and flight Discontinue operation immediately if the model flies out of your field of view e B
23. rranty coverage does not cover replacement of parts and components damaged by abuse neglect improper or unreasonable use crash damage water or excessive moisture chemical damage improper or infrequent maintenance accident unauthorized alteration or modification or items that are considered consumable Traxxas will not pay for the cost of shipping or transportation of a defective component from you to us Your Hobby Dealer s Role All warranty claims are handled directly by Traxxas Your dealer can assist you in contacting Traxxas and determining which components might be defective but he is under no obligation to provide free replacement parts or service Traxxas does not authorize dealers to make over the counter exchanges or refunds for Traxxas products that have been used Traxxas will make the sole and final determination if a product or component can be covered under warranty Limitations of Liability This product is warranted against defects in original material and workmanship only No term warranty is offered with this product Traxxas makes no other warranties expressed or implied Traxxas shall not be liable for any special indirect incidental or consequential damages arising out of the assembly installation or use of their products or any accessory or chemical required to use their products By the act of operating using the product the user accepts all resulting liability In no case shall Traxxas liability
24. sure safe operation of your model Failure to comply with the warnings instructions and precautions in this manual could lead to product damage and personal injury About Lithium Polymer LiPo Batteries M The included LiPo rechargeable battery must be handled with care for safety and long battery life LiPo batteries are more volatile than alkaline NiCad and NiMH batteries Mishandling of LiPo batteries can result in fire By handling charging or using the included LiPo battery you assume all risks associated with LiPo batteries If you do not agree with these conditions return your complete unused Traxxas DR 1 helicopter to the place of purchase If at any time during charging or use the battery begins to swell or becomes damaged in any way discontinue charging or use of the battery immediately Continuing to charge or discharge a battery that has begun to balloon or swell can result in a fire Quickly and safely disconnect the battery and place it in an open safe area away from flammable materials Observe the battery for at least 30 minutes to be certain no additional swelling or rupture occurs Completely discharge the battery by submerging it in a saltwater solution 1 2 cup salt per gallon of water for 24 hours The battery may then be disposed of in the trash LiPo batteries are landfill safe It is your responsibility to charge and care for the battery pack properly The included LiPo battery pack must be charged ONLY with t
25. usted incorrectly for optimal flight e Return the transmitter to the default settings See Restoring the Default Settings The helicopter landed by itself and now the throttle will not respond The LED on the helicopter is blinking and the LED on the transmitter is solid The helicopter battery needs to be recharged The helicopter trim cannot be adjusted The helicopter continues to drift no matter the trim setting 1 There has most likely been some damage to the helicopter as the result of a crash Carefully inspect the model for damage 2 If the helicopter is drifting on the rudder control then the battery is low Land the helicopter and charge the battery TRAXXAS e 11 Z Ay amp A Traxxas Service and Support Guide All of us at Traxxas want to assure you that your Traxxas model is backed by the best service and support team in the industry We stand behind our products and reputation and pledge to do our best to make sure you are satisfied with your Traxxas product If you have any guestions about your model or its operation call the Traxxas Technical Support line toll free at 1 888 TRAXXAS 1 888 872 9927 Technical support is available Monday through Friday from 8 30am to 9 00pm central time Technical assistance is also available at Traxxas com support or via e mail at support Traxxas com Traxxas offers a full service on site repair facility to handle any of your Traxxas service needs Maintenance
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