SHARPER IMAGE 1014117 RC Gravity Rover Vehicle Controller Instruction Manual
- June 4, 2024
- Sharper Image
Table of Contents
IMAGE 1014117 RC Gravity Rover Vehicle Controller
Instruction Manual
RC GRAVITY ROVER
CONTENTS AND BATTERY INSTALLATION
Contents
Gravity Rover Vehicle
0SB-C charging cable
Remote Control
Safety Cage (installed on Gravity Rover)
Replacement blades x4
Battery Installation
The vehicle requires 1 3.7V560mAh rechargeable lithium battery [included) and
the remote requires4 AA 1.5V batteries (not included) Use a Phillips head r
Cross screwdriver to loosen the screw securing the battery cover on the bottom
pt the remote. insert the batteries, ensuring the correct polarity. Replace
the battery cover and tighten the screw 
To charge the Gravity Rover, insert the USB-C cable (included) into the port on the vehicle. Insert the other end into an AC wall adapter (not included). The battery takes approximately 100 minutes to charge fully The red indicator light on the bottom of the rover will turn off when fully charged.
PLAY
- Tuen the power knob on the remote clockwise and flip the power switch on the vehicle to 0N The remote pair light and orange vehicle lights will pulse. They will turn solid when paired Note Do not touch the rover while its blades are spinning.
- Control the vehicle using the remote control pads. The left pad controls the left wheels and the night pad controls the right wheels. Push both pa0s up to go forward and own to go backward.
- When ready to climb the wall, engage the Gravity Drive by pressing and holding the button on the remote down tor 2seconds. The blades will begin rotating. You can now climb on the walls or ceiling.
- To turn off the Gravity Drive. Press and hold the button on the remote down for 2 seconds. Make sure the vehicle is on the ground before avoiding the vehicle falling and becoming damaged .
- In the event of an emergency, the Gravity Drive can be disengaged immediately by double tapping the Gravity Drive ON/OFF button.
- When the battery is low, the Gravity Rover and remote lights wilt flash, and the remote wilt beep Drive the vehicle to ground level to avoid unnecessary damage cause1befall by the ceiling or walls.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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If your vehicle is having trouble climbing or maneuvering on the walls or ceiling after a full charge your tires could be cleaned to improve traction. Wipe your tires with a slightly damp soft cloth to remove surface dust and dirt
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Inspect the rotors before play and remove or untangle any obstructions
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your Gravity Rover is malfunctioning due to a crash or fall please follow these tips to restore your vehicle t working condition
The small gear between the wheels may core out of alignment. Carefully press the gear back into place go the gear teeth mesh with the wheel gear teeth
b If the tires come loose gr oft, you can reinstall them onto the wheels.
C .The gear connecting rod can become deformed. is flexible and can be gently
shaped back into place
d The blades can become stuck in the Gravity Rover shell openings. As the blades and shell are flexible, the shell can be gently flexed outward to free the blade to rotate
e. The blades can sometimes become damaged at the ends which can impact the
performance.
If your blades look chipped bent or broken, you can replace them with the
replacement blades included figt turn off the Rover by flipping the switch on
the bottom of the unit. Next remove the safety cage. Then remove the damaged
blades by pulling them at the center directly away from the bottom of the unit
gripping the blade with a pair of pliers,
until it comes off the motor stem. Replace the front blade (closest to the
orange screen) with the blade marked A gnd the back blade (closest to the S477
\0go) with the blade marked’S Push the blade own onto the motor stern until
they are firmly attached. Finally, replace the safety cage before the
operation.
SAFETY WARNINGS
- Adult supervision is required.
- The Gravity Drive blades rotate at a very high rate of speed When the blades are on, do NOT place your hand, face, or any extremity near the vehicle. Once the Gravity Drive is disengaged and the blades have stopped rotating. you can handle the vehicle.
- Not or children under B years 0age
- Do not use people or animals as obstacles gr indoor use only.
- Never operate your vehicle in climate weather, rain, or standing water.
- Keep fingers. hair and lose clothing away from wheels while the vehicle is in motion.
- Do not expose to extreme temperatures and moisture.
- Do not leave the vehicle at transmitter ear Sources of heat or under direct sunlight for long periods of time.
- Thoe0ugly inspect products before every use [f the product appears worn, frayed/splintered, cracked, or broken in any moaner discontinue use an discard immediately
- IMPORTANT! The RC Gravity Rover is an indoor vehicle ONLY, intended for flat surfaces such as floors, walls, windows, and ceilings Do NOT play with the Gravity Rover outdoors.
RECHARGEABLE BATTERY WARNING
- There is a risk of fie and personal injury if the battery is punctured, damaged, gr misused
- Do not dismantle crush, incinerate gr short-circuit battery
- Never expose the battery to extreme temperatures or moisture
- Keep away from flammable materials and direct sunlight
- Only charge using the provided charger, cable, and/or adapters
- The rechargeable battery is only to be charged by an adult
- Adult Supervision of the battery, while it is charging, is required
- Allow the battery to cool to room temperature before charging
- Charge0ona non-flammable surface and keep away from flammable products
- Discontinue charging if the battery becomes hot, or swells. smokes, or gives off a strong odor
- Battery chargers used with the product are to be regularly examined for damage to the cord, and plug. enclose, and other parts. in the event pl such damage, they must not be used until the damage has been repaired
- Recycle or dispose of batteries according to federal, state, and local laws
- Keep these instructions for future reference
BATTERY WARNING
- Do not mix old and new batteries
- Do not mix alkaline, standard (arbor-zinc), or rechargeable batteries
- Alkaline batteries are recommended. Use only the specified voltage.
- Insert batteries using the correct polarity. Always use, replace, and recharge (if applicable) batteries under adult supervision
- Do not short-circuit the battery supply terminals
- Do not dispose of batteries in fire, batteries may explode or leak
- Remove batteries before storing
- Recycle or dispose of batteries according to federal, state, and local laws
- Keep these instructions for future reference
Warring Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
This device complies with part of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions.
- This device may Dot cause harmful interference, and
- This device must accept interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device. pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Model No.: 1014117
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REFERENCE
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