BLADE BLH03250 UMX F-27 FPV BNF Basic Wing Flying Drone Instruction Manual

UMX F – 27 FPV

Instruction Manual

NOTICE

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Meaning of Special Language

The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product:
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND a little or no possibility of injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury.
**WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of superfi cial injury.
WARNING:** Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product, and personal property and cause serious injury.
This is a sophisticated hobby product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Do
not use incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by Horizon Hobby, LLC. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation, and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup, or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.

Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.

Safety Precautions and Warnings

• Always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model to avoid collisions or injury. This model is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from many sources outside your control. Interference can cause momentary loss of control.
• Always operate your model in open spaces away from full-size vehicles, traffi c, and people.
• Always carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery packs, etc.).
• Always keep all chemicals, small parts, and anything electrical out of the reach of children.
• Always avoid water exposure to all equipment, not specifi cally designed and protected for this purpose. Moisture causes damage to electronics.
• Never place any portion of the model in your mouth as it could cause serious injury or even death.
• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.
• Always keep aircraft in sight and under control.
• Always move the throttle fully down at rotor strike.
• Always use fully charged batteries.
• Always keep the transmitter powered on while the aircraft is powered.
• Always remove batteries before disassembly.
• Always keep moving parts clean.
• Always keep parts dry.
• Always let parts cool after use before touching.
• Always remove batteries after use.
• Never operate aircraft with damaged wiring.
• Never touch moving parts.

WARNING AGAINST COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS: If you ever need to replace a Spektrum component found in a Horizon Hobby product, always purchase from Horizon Hobby, LLC or a Horizon Hobby authorized dealer to ensure authentic high-quality Spektrum product. Horizon Hobby, LLC disclaims all support and warranty with regards, but not limited to, compatibility and performance of counterfeit products or products claiming compatibility with DSM or Spektrum technology.

If you are operating this product in North America, you are required to have an Amateur Radio (HAM) license.
Visitwww.arrl.org for more information.

Specifications

Wingspan| 17 in (432mm)
Length| 12.7 in (323mm)
Flying Weight| 2.68 oz (76 g)

Box Contents:

• UMX F-27 FPV Wing

Needed to Complete:

• Battery (2S, 280mAh LiPo)
• LiPo compatible charger
• DSM2® /DSMX® compatible, full-range transmitter
• 5.8GHz FPV headset or ground station

NOTICE: Consult local laws and ordinances before operating FPV (first person view) equipment. In some areas, FPV operation may be limited or prohibited.
You are responsible for operating this product in a legal and responsible manner.

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First Flight Preparation

• Remove and inspect contents
• Begin charging the flight battery
• Program your computer transmitter
• Install the flight battery in the aircraft (once it has been fully charged)
• Bind your transmitter
• Perform a control direction test
• Familiarize yourself with the controls
• Find a suitable area for fl ying

Transmitter Setup

Program Your Transmitter

1. Start with a clean model memory slot.

2. Set the model type to “Airplane”.

3. Assign channel 5 (Gear) to a 3-position switch.
   Switch B is used in the table shown.

4. Set the Dual Rate/Expo settings to the values given in the table for AS3X Mode only.

5. Set the timer to 5 minutes.

6. Leave all other settings at the default values.
   Switch B will now control the flight mode function.
   Switch position 0 = SAFE® Mode
   Switch position 1 = SAFE® Mode
   Switch position 2 = AS3X Mode
   If, after flying the aircraft, more or less exponential or dual-rate values are desired, those may be adjusted up or down to suit your flying style.

DX6, DX7 (Gen 2), DX8 (Gen 2), DX9, DX18, DX20

SETUP LIST

Model Type
Airplane
F-Mode Setup

Switch 1| Inhibit
Switch 2| Inhibit
Channel Assign
Channel Input Config
1 Throttle|
2 Aileron|
3 Elevator|
4 Rudder|
5 Gear| Switch B
6 Aux 1|
Frame Rate
22ms
DSMX
FUNCTION LIST

Dual Rate/Expo (AS3X Mode only)
Switch| B
| DR| Expo
Aileron| 70%| 30%
Elevator| 70%| 30%
Timer
Mode| Count Down
Time| 5:00
Start| Throttle Out
Over| 25%
One Time| Inhibit

Installing the Flight Battery

1. Remove the canopy.

2. Insert the flight battery in the battery compartment. The recommended battery is a snug fi t and should not require any other means of restraint. If the battery fi ts loosely in the battery compartment, apply hook and loop material to the battery and inside the compartment to hold the battery in place.

3. Connect the battery connector to the aircraft power lead, noting the correct polarity.
   CAUTION: Connecting the battery to the ESC with reversed polarity will cause damage to the ESC, the battery or both. Damage caused by incorrectly connecting the battery is not covered under warranty.

4. Keep the aircraft upright, level, out of the wind, and immobile for approximately 10 seconds, until the receiver initializes. The ESC will emit a series of tones and the LED on the receiver will light.

5. Replace the center section cover.
   If you have not previously bound the aircraft to your transmitter the LED on the receiver will rapidly flash red. Proceed to the Transmitter and Receiver Binding section. If the receiver does not fully initialize, re-bind the receiver to your transmitter as shown in the Transmitter and Receiver Binding section.

Transmitter and Receiver Binding

Binding is the process of programming the receiver of the control unit to recognize the GUID (Globally Unique Identifi er) code of a single specifi c transmitter. You need to ‘bind’ your chosen Spektrum ™ ® DSM2 ® /DSMX technology-equipped aircraft transmitter to the receiver for proper operation.
If you encounter problems, obey binding instructions and refer to your transmitter troubleshooting guide for other instructions. If needed, contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support offi ce for further assistance.
CAUTION: Always keep your hands away from the propeller. When the aircraft is armed, the motor will turn the propeller in response to any throttle stick input.

Binding Procedure

1. Disconnect the flight battery.
2. Power off the transmitter.
3. Connect the flight battery in the aircraft. The aircraft will beep and the receiver LED will rapidly flash red indicating the receiver is in bind mode.
4. Make sure transmitter controls are neutral and the throttle is at the lowest setting with the throttle trim at or below the middle.
5. Put your transmitter into bind mode. Refer to your transmitter manual for binding instructions.
6. The receiver LED will glow solid, indicating that the receiver is bound to the transmitter. If the LED does not glow solid, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide section.

Control Horn Settings

The table at the right shows the factory settings for the elevon control horns and servo arms. Do not make changes to the elevon linkages.

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Control Centering

Before the first flights, or in the event of an accident, make sure control surfaces are centered when the transmitter controls and trims are neutral. The transmitter sub-trim must be set to zero.
Adjust the linkages mechanically if the control surfaces are not centered. Use of the transmitter sub-trims may not correctly center the aircraft control surfaces due to the mechanical limits of linear servos.
Make the U-shape narrower to make the connector shorter. Make the U-shape wider to make the linkage longer.
NOTICE: Ultra micro linear servos are unique in that they are calibrated to reach maximum travel at 100% travel adjust. Increasing the value above 100% will NOT result in more travel, but can cause the servo to lock and will result in a crash.

Adjusting Center of Gravity (CG)

The recommended CG location is 67mm (2.6 inches) forward from the firewall at the back of the fuselage. This CG location has been determined with the included 2S
280mAh 7.4V Li-Po battery installed approximately in the center of the battery cavity.
The battery cavity is oversized to allow for the center of gravity adjustment. Start by placing the battery in the center of the cavity and adjusting as necessary to achieve the proper center of gravity.

Flight Control Direction Tests

Transmitter input test
This test ensures that the flight control system is reacting properly to your transmitter inputs. Assemble the aircraft and bind your transmitter to the aircraft receiver prior to
performing this test.
CAUTION: Keep all body parts, hair, and loose clothing away from the propeller at all times, as these items could become entangled.
Set the transmitter flight mode switch to AS3X mode (position 2). Hold the aircraft horizontal and view it from the rear. Once the flight control system is active, the control surfaces may move rapidly when moving the aircraft. This is normal.
Move the aileron/elevator control as shown in the “Transmitter Input” column of the table. The control surfaces should react to your inputs by moving in the directions shown in the “Control Surface Reaction” column. If any of the control surfaces do not respond in the proper direction, ensure the corresponding transmitter channel is NOT reversed.
Stabilization system test
This test ensures that the aircraft stabilization system is reacting properly to external inputs. Assemble the aircraft and bind your transmitter to the receiver before performing this test.
CAUTION: Keep all body parts, hair, and loose clothing away from the propeller at all times, as these items could become entangled.
Set the transmitter flight mode switch to AS3X mode (position 2).
Hold the aircraft horizontal and view it from the rear. Once the flight control system is active, the control surfaces may move rapidly when moving the aircraft. This is normal.
Move the aircraft as shown in the “Aircraft Movement” column of the table. The control surfaces should react to your inputs by moving in the directions shown in the “Control Surface Reaction” column. If any of the control surfaces do not respond in the proper direction, DO NOT fly the aircraft. Contact Horizon Hobby customer support.

Flight Modes

The aircraft has two flight modes preprogrammed into the receiver:
SAFE® Mode (switch position 0 or 1)
In SAFE® Mode the aircraft has bank and pitch limiting to help prevent the pilot from over-controlling. The aircraft dampens any outside forces to give a smooth flight performance, even in moderate wind and turbulence. This mode does not have self-leveling. Use this mode to help get the feel of the aircraft before moving on to more advanced aerobatic flight.

• Receiver LED red
• Limited bank and pitch angle
• Self leveling when the controls are centered

Acro Mode (switch position 2)
Experienced Mode has no bank or pitch limiting, giving an unlimited flight envelope. The aircraft dampens any outside forces to give a smooth flight performance, even in
moderate wind and turbulence.
Acro mode is intended for experienced pilots who are comfortable flying the aircraft in any orientation.

• Receiver LED blue and red
• No bank angle limits
• No self levelling when the controls are centered
• Fully aerobatic capable

Flying Your Aircraft

Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a flying location.
Range Check your Radio System
Before you fly, range check the radio system. Refer to your specific transmitter instruction manual for range test information.
Just Before Flight
The recommended battery is the EFLB2802S30 280mAh LiPo. For best results, always use a fresh battery.
For your first flights with the recommended 280mAh battery pack, set your transmitter timer or a stopwatch to 5 minutes.
NOTICE: Never fly the aircraft without first setting and activating a timer.
After 5 minutes, land the aircraft. Adjust your timer for longer or shorter flights depending on your preference and battery usage.
Stability and Acro Forward Flight
Fly the aircraft and trim it for level flight per the In-Flight Trimming section. The aircraft flies in a very similar manner to any other fixed-wing aircraft. It is capable of a wide range of aerobatic maneuvers, including loops and rolls.
Hand Launching

1. Lower the throttle to the lowest setting. The aircraft will not arm unless the throttle is fully lowered.
2. Power on the model normally, allowing it to initialize completely.
3. Set the flight mode switch to SAFE® Mode.
4. Toss the aircraft into the wind and immediately increase the throttle after the aircraft has cleared your hand.

Landing
To land, turn the aircraft into the wind and lower the throttle to decrease the forward speed. Fly the aircraft to approximately 6 inches (15cm) or less above the runway, using a small amount of throttle for the entire descent. Keep the throttle on until the aircraft is ready to touch down. Just before touching down, keep the wings level and the airplane pointed into the wind. Gently lower the throttle while easing back on the elevator to bring the aircraft to touch down on the runway as slowly and gently as possible.
The average flight time using the recommended 280mAh flight battery is approximately 5 minutes.
After landing, disconnect and remove the Li-Po battery from the aircraft to prevent trickle discharge. Charge your Li-Po battery to about half capacity before storage. During storage, make sure the battery voltage does not fall below 3V per cell.
NOTICE: If a crash is imminent, fully lower the throttle and immediately and stop the motors to reduce the possibility of damage to the airframe and electronic components.
NOTICE: Crash damage is not covered under warranty.
NOTICE: Never leave the aircraft in direct sunlight or in a hot, enclosed area such as a car. Doing so can damage the aircraft.
Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC)
When a Li-Po battery is discharged below 3V per cell, it will not hold a charge. The aircraft’s ESC protects the flight battery from over-discharge using Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC). Once the battery discharges to approximately 3.3V per cell, the LVC will reduce the power to the motor in order to leave adequate power to the receiver and servos to land the aircraft. If the motors cut off, surge in power, or slowly lose power, land immediately and replace or recharge the flight battery.
NOTICE: Repeated flying to LVC may damage the flight battery.
LVC does not prevent the battery from over-discharge during storage.
Tip: Monitor your aircraft battery’s voltage before and after flying by using a Li-Po Cell Voltage Checker (EFLA111, sold separately).
Repairs
Thanks to the Z-Foam™ material in this aircraft, most repairs to the foam can be made using virtually any adhesive (hot glue, regular CA, epoxy, etc). When parts are not repairable, refer to the parts list at the end of this manual for a listing of all replacement and optional parts for ordering by item number.
NOTICE: When using cyanoacrylate (CA) adhesive to join or repair the airframe, DO NOT allow the adhesive to contact or get close to the fpv camera lens. The vapors from the adhesive will permanently fog the camera lens.

In Flight Trimming

Familiarize yourself with the Flying Your Aircraft section prior to trimming your aircraft. Trimming should be done in calm wind conditions and with a fully charged transmitter
and flight battery. Trimming should only be necessary in AS3X mode, as the flight controller will compensate for minor trim issues in SAFE mode. It is important to make
any trim adjustments mechanically in the control linkages and re-set the transmitter trims to center to keep any changes made from affecting SAFE mode.

1. Power on and take off normally.
2. Change the flight mode to AS3X and fl y straight and the level at approximately 3/4 throttle.
3. Trim the aircraft for level flight using the trim buttons on the transmitter.
4. When the aircraft maintains reasonable straight and level flight, land the aircraft.
5. Set the flight mode back to AS3X mode if it was changed for landing. Power cycle the aircraft. Do not activate the throttle. Take note of the neutral position of the control surfaces.
6. Adjust the control linkages mechanically, as shown in the “Control Centering” section, to compensate for the amount of trim entered.
7. Re-center the trims on the transmitter. The transmitter trims should always be centered for best flight performance.
8. Fly the aircraft again to check the changes made.
9. Repeat the trimming process until the aircraft will maintain reasonable straight and level flight without excessive control corrections.

When the initial trimming process is done, the aircraft should not require large amounts of trimming on subsequent flights. If large amounts of trim are needed to hold straight and level on later flights, land the aircraft and check the control surfaces for damage or binding.

Post Flight

1. Disconnect the flight battery from the flight controller
2. Power OFF the transmitter.
3. Remove the flight battery from the aircraft.
4. Recharge the flight battery.
5. Repair or replace all damaged parts.
6. Store the flight battery apart from the aircraft and monitor the battery charge.
7. Make note of the flight conditions and flight plan results, planning for future flights.

Post-Flight Inspection

WARNING: Remove the propellers from the motors prior to performing any troubleshooting or maintenance. Failure to do so may cause serious injury if the motors start unexpectedly.

Cleaning| Make sure the battery is not connected before cleaning. Remove dust and debris with a soft brush or a dry lint-free cloth.
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Airframe| Check the airframe for any cracks or other damage. Minor repairs to the foam can be made using CA or epoxy. Badly damaged parts should be replaced.
Control Linkages| Make sure the control horns are secure. Make sure the control rods are secure in the control horns.
Wiring| Make sure wiring does not contact moving parts. Replace damaged wiring and loose connectors.
Fasteners| Make sure there are no loose screws, other fasteners, or connectors. Do not over-tighten metal screws in plastic parts. Tighten the screw so parts are mated together, then turn the screw only 1/8th of a turn more.
Propeller| Make sure there is no damage to the propeller blades. Damage includes cracks, burrs, chips, or scratches. Replace damaged parts before the next flight.
Receiver| Make sure the electronics are securely attached to the frame. The aircraft will crash if the receiver separates from the frame.

Using the Video Transmitter

Consult local laws and ordinances before operating FPV equipment. In some areas, FPV operation may be limited or prohibited. You are responsible for operating this product in a legal and responsible manner.
We recommend becoming familiar with the flight characteristics of the aircraft using line-of-sight prior to attempting to fly through the FPV system. After you are comfortable flying the aicraft, follow the directions below to operate the video transmitter in conjunction with your video monitor or goggles to explore flying via FPV.
See the Available Frequency table to find the desired video channel and band. The video transmitter channel and band are changed using the button on the video transmitter, as shown. There are 6 LEDs on the video transmitter board. The red LED is the channel indicator. The next 5 blue LEDs are the band indicators.

Channel Selection:

1. Channel 1 is indicated by the red LED glowing solid.
2. Press the button to cycle through the channels (1-8). The red LED will fl ash once as you cycle through each channel. Press the button once for each channel until the desired channel is reached. If unsure of the current transmitter channel, press the button to cycle the channels until you reach channel 1, indicated by a solid red LED, then cycle to the channel desired.

Band Selection:

1. Press and hold the button to change the video transmitter band.
2. Each time the button is pressed and held, the blue band LED will indicate a change to the next available band. The blue LEDs indicate FS/IRC band, band E (North America only), band A, race band, and band B, as shown in the illustration.

Available Frequencies, North America (mHz)

Band| CH 1| CH 2| CH 3| CH 4| CH 5| CH 6| CH 7| CH 8
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Band A| 5865| 5845| 5825| 5805| 5785| 5765| 5745| 5725
Band B| 5733| 5752| 5771| 5790| 5809| 5828| 5847| 5866
Band E| 5705| 5685| 5665| 5665| 5885| 5905| 5905| 5905
FS/IRC| 5740| 5760| 5780| 5800| 5820| 5840| 5860| 5880
RaceBand| 5658| 5695| 5732| 5769| 5806| 5843| 5880| 5917

Available Frequencies, European Union (mHz)

Band| CH 1| CH 2| CH 3| CH 4| CH 5| CH 6| CH 7| CH 8
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Band A| 5865| 5845| 5825| 5805| 5785| 5765| 5745| 5745
Band B| 5733| 5752| 5771| 5790| 5809| 5828| 5847| 5866
FS/IRC| 5740| 5760| 5780| 5800| 5820| 5840| 5860| 5860
RaceBand| 5732| 5732| 5732| 5769| 5806| 5843| 5843| 5843

Changing the Propeller

CAUTION: Always disconnect the flight battery before performing propeller service.

1. Remove the 5mm washer head propeller screw.
2. Pull the propeller from the propeller adapter.
3. Place the new propeller on the propeller adapter with the raised numbers on the prop facing toward the motor and the front of the aircraft.
4. Install the propeller screw. DO NOT overtighten the screw as damage to the propeller and propeller adapter may result.

Never use thread locking compound on the propeller screw or the propeller adapter.

Motor Service

CAUTION: Always disconnect the flight battery before performing motor service.

Motor Removal

1. Disconnect and remove the flight battery from the aircraft.
2. Remove the propeller.
3. Remove the propeller adapter from the motor.
4. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the tape along the base of the rear top hatch and remove the hatch.
5. Unplug the motor lead from the ESC and peel back the tape securing the motor lead.
6. Remove four 5mm screws from the motor mount and pull the motor and mount away from the aiframe.
7. Remove the 8mm screw from the motor mount and slide the motor out of the mount.
   Assemble in reverse order.

AS3X Troubleshooting Guide

Oscillation in flight

| Damaged propeller| Replace propeller
Propeller out of balance| Balance the propeller
Motor vibration| Replace parts or correctly align all parts and tighten fasteners as needed
Loose receiver| Align and secure receiver in the fuselage
Loose aircraft controls| Tighten or otherwise secure parts (servo, linkage, horn, and control surface)
Worn parts| Replace worn parts (especially propeller or servo)
Irregular servo movement| Replace servo

Inconsistent flight performance

| Trim is not at neutral| If you adjust trim more than 8 clicks, adjust the linkage to remove the trim
Sub-trim is not at neutral| No sub-trim is allowed. Adjust the servo linkage
Aircraft was not kept immobile for 5 seconds after battery connection| With the throttle stick in the lowest position. Disconnect the battery, then reconnect the battery and keep the aircraft still for 5 seconds

Troubleshooting Guide

Aircraft will not respond to throttle but responds to other controls

| Throttle stick and/or throttle trim is too high| Reset controls with throttle stick and throttle trim at the lowest setting
Throttle channel is reversed| Reverse throttle channel on the transmitter
Motor is unplugged from the receiver| Open the fuselage and ensure the plug for the motor is properly installed
Extra propeller noise or extra vibration| Damaged propeller, prop shaft, or motor| Replace damaged parts
Screw on prop shaft is too loose| Tighten the prop shaft screw 1/2 turn

Reduced flight time or aircraft underpowered

| Flight battery charge is low| Completely recharge flight battery
Propeller is installed backward| Install propeller with numbers facing forward
Flight battery is damaged| Replace flight battery and follow flight battery instructions
Flight conditions may be too cold| Make sure the battery is warm before use
Battery capacity is too low for flight conditions| Replace the battery or use a larger capacity battery
LED on receiver flashes rapidly and aircraft will not bind to the transmitter (during binding)| Transmitter is too near the aircraft during the binding process| Power off the transmitter, move transmitter a larger distance from aircraft, disconnect and reconnect flight battery to aircraft and follow binding instructions
Bind switch or button was not held while the transmitter was powered on| Power off transmitter and repeat bind process
LED on receiver flashes rapidly and aircraft will not respond to the transmitter (after binding)| Less than a 5-second wait between first powering on the transmitter and connecting the flight battery to the aircraft| Leaving transmitter on, disconnect and reconnect flight battery to aircraft
Aircraft is bound to a different model memory (ModelMatchTM radios only)| Select the correct model memory on the transmitter and disconnect and reconnect the flight battery to the aircraft
Flight battery/transmitter battery charge is low| Replace/recharge batteries

Control surface does not move

| Control surface, control horn, linkage, or servo damage| Replace or repair damaged parts and adjust controls
Wire damaged or connections loose| Do a check of wires and connections; connect or replace as needed
Flight battery charge is low| Fully recharge flight battery
Control linkage does not move freely| Make sure the control linkage moves freely
Controls reversed| Transmitter settings reversed| Do the Control Direction Test and adjust controls on the transmitter appropriately
Motor loses power| Damage to motor or power components| Do a check of motor and power components for damage (replace as needed)
Motor power quickly decreases and increases then the motor loses power| Battery power is down to the point of receiver/ESC Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC)| Recharge the flight battery or replace the battery that is no longer performing
Servo locks or freezes at full travel| Travel adjust value is set above 100% overdriving the servo| Set Travel adjust to 100% and/or set sub-trims to zero and adjust linkages mechanically.
Horizontal lines in the headset display| Interference on the chosen channel| Change the video transmitter and receiver channel

Static or “snow” in the FPV feed

| The aircraft has reached the range limit for the video transmitter and receiver| Fly the aircraft back to within video range
There is an obstruction between the aircraft and the video receiver| Do not fly behind objects such as buildings or trees

Parts Explosion

Replacement Parts

Optional Parts

Limited Warranty

What this Warranty Covers
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What is Not Covered
This warranty is not transferable and does not cover (i) cosmetic damage, (ii) damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use, or due to improper use, installation, operation, or maintenance, (iii) modification of or to any part of the Product, (iv) attempted service by anyone other than a Horizon Hobby authorized service center, (v) Product not purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer, (vi) Product not compliant with applicable technical regulations, or (vii) use that violates any applicable laws, rules, or regulations.
OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ABOVE, HORIZON MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT
WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PURCHASER’S INTENDED USE.
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WARRANTY SERVICES
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Non-Warranty Service
Should your service not be covered by warranty, service will be completed and payment will be required without notification or estimate of the expense unless the expense exceeds 50% of the retail purchase cost. By submitting the item for service you are agreeing to payment of the service without notification. Service estimates are available upon request. You must include this request with your item submitted for service. Non-warranty service estimates will be billed a minimum of ½ hour of labor. In addition, you will be billed for return freight. Horizon accepts money orders and cashier’s checks, as well as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover cards. By submitting any item to Horizon for service, you are agreeing to Horizon’s Terms and Conditions found on our website http://www.horizonhobby.com/content /service-center_render-service-center.
ATTENTION: Horizon service is limited to Product compliant in the country of use and ownership. If received, a non-compliant Product will not be serviced. Further, the sender will be responsible for arranging the return shipment of the un-serviced Product, through a carrier of the sender’s choice and at the sender’s expense. Horizon will hold non-compliant Product for a period of 60 days from notification, after which it will be discarded. 10/15

Warranty and Service Contact Information

United States of America

| Horizon Service Center (Repairs and Repair Requests)| servicecenter.horizonhobby.com/ RequestForm/| ****

4105 Fieldstone Rd Champaign, Illinois, 61822 USA

Horizon Product Support (Product Technical Assistance)| productsupport@horizonhobby.com __

877-504-0233

Sales| websales@horizonhobby.com
800-338-4639
European Union| Horizon Technischer Service Sales: Horizon Hobby GmbH| service@horizonhobby.de| Hanskampring 9 D 22885 Barsbüttel, Germany
+49 (0) 4121 2655 100

FCC Information

FCC ID: BRWBLH03201
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This the 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 to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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.
NOTICE: Modifi cations to this product will void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

IC Information

IC: 6157A-BLH03201
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.”

Compliance Information for the European Union

EU Compliance Statement:
Horizon Hobby, LLC  hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the RED Directive.
A copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available online at: http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/support- rendercompliance.
Instructions for disposal of WEEE by users in the European Union
**** This product must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, it is the user’s responsibility to dispose of their waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and make sure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city offi ce, your household waste disposal service, or where you purchased the product.

© 2017 Horizon Hobby, LLC.
Blade, UMX, Celectra, DSM, DSM2, DSMX, AS3X, ModelMatch, Bind-N-Fly, BNF, and the BNF logo, are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby, LLC. The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries, Inc. All other trademarks, service marks, and logos are property of their respective owners. US D578,146. PRC ZL 200720069025.2. US 7,898,130. 2007001249. US 8,672,726. US 9,056,667.
Created 5/17 55409 BLH03250

References

• RC Airplanes and Helicopters, RC Cars and Trucks, RC Boats, RC Radios | Horizon Hobby
• RC Helicopters and Accessories | Blade

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