CARRERA 501032 RC Super Mario – Flying Cape Mario Instruction Manual

CARRERA 501032 RC Super Mario – Flying Cape Mario

Future reference. Keep the instructions for use for later reference.
Note for adult supervisors: Check if the toy is assembled as instructed. The assembly shall be performed under the supervision of an adult.

WARNING
Not suitable for children under 8 years old. This product is not intended for use by children without the supervision of a parent. Flying the helicopter requires skill and children must be trained under the direct supervision of an adult.

Before first use

Read the user’s information together with your child. Inappropriate use may result in severe injuries and/or damage to property. It has to be operated with care and caution and requires both mechanical and mental skills. The operating instructions contain notes on safety and technical regulations as well as information on maintaining and operating the product. It is indispensable to read these instructions thoroughly before the first usage. Only this helps to avoid accidents with injuries and damage. For safe use, the room where the toy is used must be sufficiently large. Only use the helicopter in closed rooms that provide sufficient space and follow all instructions given in this manual. Hands, hair, and loose clothing, including other objects such as pens and screwdrivers, must be kept away from the propeller (rotor). Do not touch the rotating rotor. Especially take care that your hands DO NOT get close to the rotor blades!

CAUTION: Risk of eye injuries. Do not fly near your face to avoid injuries. As a user of this product, you are solely responsible for handling it safely in order to ensure that neither you nor other persons or their property suffer damages or are endangered.

• Never use your model with weak remote control batteries.
• This toy is only designed to be used in a home environment.
• CAUTION: Do not start up and fly when persons, animals, or any obstructions are within the flying range of the helicopter.
• Exactly observe the instructions and warnings for this product and for any possible additional equipment (battery charger, rechargeable batteries, etc.) being used by you.
• Should the helicopter come into contact with any living thing or solid object, immediately return the gas control to zero, in other words, the left-hand joystick must be at the stop at the bottom of the slide
• Avoid any moisture as this might do damage to the electronics.
• Do not change or modify anything on the helicopter.

If you do not agree to these terms please immediately return the complete helicopter model in new and unused condition to the retailer.

Important information concerning Lithium Polymer rechargeable batteries

Lithium-Polymer (LiPo) rechargeable batteries are significantly more sensitive than traditional alkali- or NiMH-rechargeable batteries which are normally used with radio control units. Therefore the instructions and warnings have to be observed in detail. In case of improper use of LiPo rechargeable batteries, there is a danger of fire. Always follow the manufacturers´ instructions if you dispose of LiPo rechargeable batteries.

Regulations on disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE)

This symbol, showing refuse bins with a cross through them, denotes that empty batteries, rechargeable batteries, button cells, rechargeable battery packs, equipment batteries, disused electrical equipment, etc. should not be disposed of in domestic refuse, as they are harmful to the environment and health. Please help to preserve the environment and health and talk to your children about the correct disposal of used batteries and disused electrical equipment. Batteries and disused electrical equipment should be handed into the usual collection points where they can be properly recycled. Do not mix dissimilar battery types or employ new and used batteries together. Empty batteries should be removed from the product. Do not recharge non-rechargeable batteries due to the risk of explosion. Batteries are to be inserted with the correct polarity.

WARNING
Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged by adults. This toy contains batteries that are non-replaceable. Supply terminals are not to be short- circuited. The toy shall only be used with a power supply for toys. The power supply is not a toy. (5V d.c. / USB (0.5 A))
WARNING
For the purposes of recharging the battery, only use the detachable supply unit provided with this toy. Battery chargers used with the toy are to be regularly examined for damage to the cord, plug, enclosure, and other parts, and in the event of such damage, they must not be used until the damage has been repaired. The toy is only to be connected to Class II equipment bearing the following symbol.

FCC statement

This device complies with 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. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s

NOTE: This product 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 product 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 the product 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: authority to operate the equipment.

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the product and receiver.
• Connect the product 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.

IC statement

The device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/ receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. The device must not cause interference;
2. The device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Guidelines and warnings for the use of LiPo rechargeable batteries

• You have to charge the attached 3.7 V 180 mAh / 0.66Wh LiPo rechargeable battery in a safe place at a safe distance to flammable material.
• Never leave the battery unattended while it is charging
• After a flight, the rechargeable battery has to cool down to the ambient air temperature before charging it. You must always use the corresponding LiPo charging unit (USB cable / remote control).
• In case of non-compliance with these directions, there is a danger of fire resulting in health risk and/or damage to property. NEVER use any other battery charger.
• Should the rechargeable battery swell or deform while discharging or recharging, you have to immediately stop charging or discharging the battery. Take the battery out as quickly and carefully as possible and place it in a safe and open area offside any inflammable material and watch it for at least 15 minutes. In case you continue charging or discharging a battery that has already started to swell or deform there is a danger of fire! Even in case of slight deforming or ballooning the rechargeable battery has to be taken out of operation.
• Store the rechargeable battery at ambient temperature in a dry place.
• Always recharge the battery after use to prevent it from becoming deep discharged. After use, the battery must be allowed to cool down for at least 20 minutes before it can be fully recharged. Recharge the battery occasionally (suggested every 2–3 months). Supply terminals are not to be short-circuited. Failure to treat the battery as described above can lead to its becoming defective. Never leave the battery unattended while it is being charged.
• When transporting or temporarily storing the rechargeable battery the temperature should be between 5- 50°C. If possible, do not store the battery or the model in a car and do not expose it to direct sunlight. In case the battery is broiled it can be damaged or catch fire.

Note: If the battery voltage/output is low you will recognize that a considerable trim and/or control is necessary to avoid the helicopter starting trundling. This usually occurs before reaching a battery voltage of 3 V and it is a good moment to end the flight.

Contents of package

• 1 1x Helicopter
• 1x Controller
• 1x Display- & charging socket
• 1x USB charging cable
• 2x 1.5 V Micro AAA batteries (non-rechargeable)

Recharging the LiPo rechargeable battery
This toy contains batteries that are non-replaceable. Make sure you only charge the LiPo rechargeable battery supplied with the LiPo charging unit also supplied (USB cable and remote control). In case you try to charge the rechargeable battery with a different LiPo battery charger or any other battery charger, this might cause serious damages. Please carefully read the previous chapter about warnings and guidelines on the usage of rechargeable batteries before proceeding.

Charging via computer

• Connect the USB charging cable with the USB port of a computer. The LED on the USB charger cable lights green indicating that the charger unit is correctly connected to the computer. If you plug in a helicopter with a discharged battery, the LED on the USB charging cable does not light up; this shows that the helicopter battery is being charged. The USB charging cable and the charging socket on the helicopter are designed to make incorrect connection impossible.
• It takes about 30 minutes to recharge a discharged battery (but NOT a deep-discharged one). When the battery is fully charged, the LED display on the USB charger cable lights up green again.

Note: When supplied, the lipo-battery is already partially charged so the first charging cycle may well take less time. It is essential to follow the connection sequence given above! If you have the charger cable only connected to the helicopter, and not to a source of electricity, a green LED display indicates that there is still power in the battery. The green LED display does not necessarily indicate the battery is still adequately charged. While charging, the power switch must be in the “OFF” position.

Inserting the batteries in the remote control

Open the battery compartment with a screwdriver and insert the batteries into the remote control. Please keep in mind the correct polarity. After having closed the compartment you can check all functions of the remote control with the help of the power switch on the front. With the power switch turned ON and proper functioning, the top center LED on the remote control will light up red. When the control LED flashes rapidly, the batteries in the controller must be changed.

Frequency bind between model and remote control

The Carrera RC helicopter and the remote control are frequency bound at purchase. Should there occur any problems with the communication between the Carrera RC helicopter and the remote control at the beginning, please carry out a new frequency bind.

• Remove the model from its presentation plinth.
• Switch on the model at the ON/OFF switch.
• The LED in the helicopter now flashes in a rhythmically-accelerating sequence.
• Switch on the controller at the ON/OFF switch. Slide the left joystick, i.e. the gas lever, completely to the top and back down again into the zero position. The bond will take place automatically. While connecting, the controller emits a signal tone.
• Hold the model so that the rotor blades are horizontal.
• Allow the helicopter a few moments until the system is correctly initialized and is ready for operation.
• The control LED now lights continuously once again, indicating that the connection is ended.

Checklist for flight preparation

This checklist does not replace the contents of the operating instructions. Although it can be used as a quick-start guide we strongly advise you to first read the operating instructions in detail before you proceed.

• Check the contents of the package

• Connect the charging unit to the source of power.

• Charge the lipo-battery as described in the section “Charging the lipo-battery”.

• Fit two AAA batteries in the controller, making sure their polarity is correct.

• Look for a suitable environment for flying

• Proceed as described in 4

• Repeat the above points as required, if you wish to fly more helicopters at the same time.

• Check the control system

• Start the helicopter from one hand. At the same time, hold the controller in the other hand so that you can take over control of the helicopter immediately.
  WARNING: THE MODEL FLIES FORWARDS BY ITSELF AND CAN ONLY BE CONTROLLED IN HEIGHT AND DIRECTION

•  Make yourself familiar with the control system

• Trim the helicopter as necessary as described under “Controlling the helicopter”.

• The helicopter is now ready to be flown.

• If the helicopter displays no functions, retry the above binding procedure.

• Fly the model

• Land the model

• Switch the model off at the ON/OFF switch (3 sec.).

• Always switch off the remote control last

Range of functions of the remote control

1. Antenna
2. Power switch (ON / OFF)
3. Control LED
4. Gas
5. Tail (spinning in circles)
6. Trimmer for tail
7. Battery compartment

Description of helicopter

1. Coaxial rotor system
2. Socket for charging the lipo-battery
3. Display- & charging socket
4. ON-/OFF switch

Controlling the helicopter

In case you don´t know the control functions of your Carrera RC helicopter yet, please take some minutes before the first flight in or to make yourself familiar with them. The descriptions left or right refer to the view out of the cockpit (pilot’s view). Push the throttle up to increase the rotational speed of the main rotor blades. Increase the rotational speed of the main rotor blades and the model will start to ascend. If you push down the throttle and thus reduce the rotational speed of the main rotor blades the helicopter will descend. When the model has lifted off the ground you can get it into stationary hovering without abrupt ascending or descending by carefully moving the throttle upwards and downwards. Move the right lever (tail) to the left and the helicopter’s nose turns (yaws) around the main rotor’s axis in a circle to the left. Move the right lever (tail) to the right and the helicopter’s nose turns (yaws) around the main rotor’s axis in a circle to the right. Use the trimmer for the tail until you have reached a stable neutral position of the helicopter when hovering, without moving the right lever (tail).
WARNING:  THE MODEL FLIES FORWARDS BY ITSELF AND CAN ONLY BE CONTROLLED IN

HEIGHT AND DIRECTION

After having made yourself familiar with the main control functions and having chosen an appropriate area for flying the helicopter, you can start the first flight. Choosing the flight area. When being prepared for the first flight you should choose a closed room without any persons or obstacles which is as big as possible. Due to the size and controllability of the helicopter experienced pilots may be able to fly the helicopter in relatively small rooms. For your first flights, we strongly recommend choosing a room with a minimum floor space of 5 x 6 meters and 2.40 meters of height. After having trimmed your helicopter for flight and having made yourself familiar with the controlling and its functions you may start flying in smaller and less open environments.
This toy is intended to be used in domestic areas (house and garden) only.

 Troubleshooting

• Problem: Remote control does not work.
• Cause: The ON/OFF-power switch is turned “OFF”.
• Solution: Turn the ON/OFF-power switch “ON”.
• Cause: The batteries have been wrongly inserted.
• Solution: Check if the batteries have been correctly inserted.
• Cause: The batteries do not have enough power.
• Solution: Insert new batteries.
• Problem: The helicopter cannot be controlled with the remote control
• Cause: The power switch on the remote control is turned “OFF”.
• Solution: First turn the power switch on the remote control “ON”.
• Cause: The remote control is possibly not correctly frequency bound with the receiver on the helicopter.
• Solution: Link as described in 4.
• Problem: The rotor blades do not rotate.
• Cause: The power switch on the model or the controller is at “OFF”
• Solution: Turn the ON/OFF-power switch “ON”.
• Cause: The rechargeable battery is too weak or has run out of power.
• Solution: Charge the battery (see chapter “Charging the battery”).
• Problem: The helicopter does not lift.
• Cause: The rotor blades rotate too slowly.
• Solution: Push the throttle up.
• Cause: The battery´s power is not sufficient.
• Solution: Charge the battery (see chapter “Charging the battery”).
• Problem: During flight, the helicopter loses speed and height without any obvious reason.
• Cause: The battery is too weak.
• Solution: Charge the battery (see chapter “Charging the battery”).
• Problem: The helicopter lands too quickly.
• Cause: Loss of throttle control.
• Solution: Push the throttle down slowly.
• Cause: Throttle has been pushed down too quickly.

Errors and changes excepted

• Colors / final design – changes excepted
• Technical changes and design-related changes excepted
• Pictograms = symbolic photos

References

• Car racing tracks and remote-controlled cars from Carrera.

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