HELICOPTER R/C • This helicopter is the first in the industry that can be turned in the right and left directions with simple operation of the transmitter. • Rigid structural design and materials are used. • The power is automatically shut off gradually when the helicopter is out of the radio wave range to prevent the helicopter from dropping suddenly. HELIO_En_cover.
English BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT Thank you for purchasing this TAIYO product. Please read this owner’s manual thoroughly to get the most use from the helicopter and to learn how to operate it safely. Also, keep this manual with you when using the helicopter. ! WARNING Be sure to read the following. If the 7.2 V Ni-MH battery pack is used incorrectly, it may overheat, explode, or start a fire. Pay attention to the following items. • Be sure to follow the charging instructions in this manual.
English • When the helicopter is broken, disfigured and unrecoverable, do not use it. • Do not take your eyes off the helicopter while it is flying. • Do not touch the helicopter or the charging terminal of the charger (metal part) with your hands. • Do not operate the helicopter indoors. It can be used only outdoors. • Do not point the transmitter antenna at people or animals. It may cause an accident. Do not bend the antenna. • Do not look steadily at the flashing LED on the charger. You may feel sick.
English PRODUCT DETAILS Completed Helicopter: 1 Flap Wing: 2 Transmitter: 1 Charger: 1 Transmitter Antenna: 1 Socket Cable for 12 V Cigarette Lighter: 1 To the customer: The box and packing materials are needed to prevent the helicopter from being damaged when transporting it or when sending it for repair. Keep them in a safe place. * The actual components may differ slightly from the illustrations.
English NAMES OF THE PARTS Helicopter Stabilizer Stabilizer link * If the link comes off due to shock, the helicopter cannot fly correctly. If the stabilizer link comes off accidentally, attach it in the original position. * Part for hovering Main rotor * The main rotor is not completely fixed to enable play necessary for safety. When the rotor is turned, it is correctly operated by centrifugal force. Included 7.2V Ni-MH battery pack Flap wing Tail rotor * The flap wings can be installed and removed.
English Charger Car (12 V) cigarette lighter cable socket (upper) Charging type selector switch TAIYO 9.6 V Power Pack socket (lower) LED Charger start button Cable / Socket for car (12 V) cigarette lighter cable Charging plug 6 HELIO_En_p02_15.
English HOW TO ASSEMBLE THE HELICOPTER 1. How to Install the Flap Wing (1) As the basic installation, insert the included flap wings vertically into both sides of the fuselage as shown in the figure below. Flap Wing * The flap wings can be installed with a 15° tilt as well as vertically. According to the selected installation angle, the balance of right and left turning directions and the fine movement of forward/reverse travel can be adjusted.
English 3. How to Load the Batteries into the Transmitter This transmitter uses a 006P-9V battery (option). (1) Slide the battery cover forward until detached. (2) Pay attention to the and directions of the battery when inserting it. (3) Reattach the battery cover in the opposite order from which it was detached. (1) (2) (3) Note: Load the 006P-9V battery correctly, paying attention to the and directions. See the figure above.
English HOW TO CHARGE THE HELICOPTER (There are 3 charging methods as shown below.) The rechargeable battery is built in the fuselage of the helicopter. This battery should be charged before you play with the helicopter. Important: Before using the helicopter the first time after purchase, charge the included battery twice in order to fully charge it. After that, if you use the helicopter throughout the day, charge the battery only once before each use.
English 3. Using the Cigarette Lighter Socket of a Car (12 V) Be sure to recharge the battery with an adult who has a valid driver’s license. (1) Connect the cigarette lighter cable to the car cigarette lighter socket and the charger. (2) Check that the car is 12 V and start the engine. (3) Insert the plug into the car cigarette lighter socket securely till it stops. (4) Perform steps 1-(1) to 1-(4). (5) After recharging the battery, remove the plug from the cigarette lighter socket. (6) Stop the engine.
English LOCATIONS AND CONDITIONS FOR FLYING THE HELICOPTER Locations Flying Conditions Look for a good place for flying. If the ambient temperature is low, the flying performance of the helicopter may decrease. Fly the helicopter on a warm day. If wind blows, it is hard to control the helicopter. It is recommended to fly the helicopter under no-wind conditions. Do not fly the helicopter in heavy thunderstorms, rain, sleet, snow or other bad weather.
English Is everything ready? If the preparation is perfect, let’s fly the helicopter. 12 HELIO_En_p02_15.
English HOW TO FLY THE HELICOPTER Before Flying~Let’s Fly 1. Before Flying (1) Extend the antenna of the transmitter as much as possible. (2) Set the power switch of the transmitter in the ON position. The red LED comes on. (3) Set the power switch of the helicopter in the ON position and put the helicopter on the ground. Adjust the main rotor so that it is positioned in a straight line. (4) Be sure to keep stay 5 m or more away from the helicopter before ascent with the helicopter.
English 3. Transmitter Functions (Right / Left Turning) Only while the Right turning button is pressed. Only while the Left turning button is pressed. The helicopter turns in the left direction. The helicopter turns in the right direction. Impor t a nt : * If anyone is playing with an R/C plane or an R/C car near you, check with them about which frequencies are being used. When you turn on the helicopter switch, if the propellers start rotating, there may be someone nearby using the same frequency.
English HELICOPTER MAINTENANCE AFTER-SALES SERVICE A403-English 15 HELIO_En_p02_15.
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