BLADE BLH01300 Nano S3 RTF with AS3X and SAFE Instruction Manual

BLADE BLH01300 Nano S3 RTF with AS3X and SAFE

NOTICE: All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit www.horizonhobby.com or www.towerhobbies.com and click on the support or resources tab for this product.

Meaning of Special Language
The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product:

WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of superficial injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury.
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND a little or no possibility of 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, 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 with 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, traffic 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 specifically 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 transmitter powered on while 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.

Specifications

Specific ations

L ength| 200mm| | Main R ot or Diamet er| 197mm
Height| 79mm| T ail R ot or Diamet er| 40mm
Flying W eight| 32g| Visit www.bladehelis.com
| Components| RTF| BNF Basic
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Airframe| Blade Nano S3| Included| Included
Motors| Brushed| Installed| Installed
Flybarless Unit| 3-in-1 Control Unit with SAFE® technology| Installed| Installed
Battery| 150mAh 1S 3.7V 45C Li-Po

Battery

| Included| Required
Charger| 1S USB Li-Po Charger, 300mA| Included| Required
Transmitter| DSM2®/DSMX® Compatible Transmitter| MLP6DSM

Included

| Required
Transmitter **Batteries| 4 AA| Included| Required**

Box Contents

• Blade Nano S3
• 150mAh 1S 3.7V 45C Li-Po Battery (EFLB1501S45, RTF Only)
• 1S USB Li-Po Charger, 300mA (EFLC1008, RTF Only)
• MLP6DSM Transmitter (SPMRMLP6, RTF Only)
• 4 AA Batteries (RTF Only)

USB Charging Warnings

The Battery Charger (EFLC1008) included with your helicopter has been designed to safely charge the Li-Po battery.
WARNING: Failure to exercise caution while using this product and comply with the following warnings could result in product malfunction, electrical issues, excessive heat, FIRE, and ultimately injury and property damage.

• NEVER LEAVE CHARGING BATTERIES UNATTENDED.
• NEVER CHARGE BATTERIES OVERNIGHT.
• Never attempt to charge dead, damaged or wet battery packs.
• Never attempt to charge a battery pack containing different types of batteries.
• Never allow children under 14 years of age to charge battery packs.
• Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places or place in direct sunlight.
• Never charge a battery if the cable has been pinched or shorted.
• Never connect the charger if the power cable has been pinched or shorted.
• Never attempt to dismantle the charger or use a damaged charger.
• Always use only rechargeable batteries designed for use with this type of charger.
• Always inspect the battery before charging.
• Always keep the battery away from any material that could be affected by heat.
• Always monitor the charging area and have a fire extinguisher available at all times.
• Always end the charging process if the battery becomes hot to the touch or starts to change form (swell) during the charge process.
• Always connect the positive leads (+) and negative leads (–) correctly.
• Always disconnect the battery after charging, and let the charger cool between charges.
• Always charge in a well-ventilated area.
• Always terminate all processes and contact Horizon Hobby if the product malfunctions.
• Charge only rechargeable batteries. Charging non-rechargeable batteries may cause the batteries to burst, resulting in injury to persons and/or damage to property.
• The USB outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

CAUTION: Always ensure the battery you are charging meets the specifications of this charger. Not doing so can result in excessive heat and other related product malfunctions, which can lead to user injury or property damage. Please contact Horizon Hobby or an authorized retailer with compatibility questions.
CAUTION: If at any time during the charge process the battery pack becomes hot or begins to puff, disconnect the battery immediately and discontinue the charge process as batteries can cause fi re, collateral damage and injuries.

Battery Charging

Your helicopter comes with a 1S 3.7V DC Li-Po battery charger and 1S 3.7V 150mAh 45C Li-Po battery. Refer to the charging warnings.
It is recommended to charge the battery pack while you are inspecting the aircraft. The flight battery will be required to confirm proper aircraft operation in future steps.
NOTICE: Charge only batteries that are cool to the touch and are not damaged. Look at the battery to make sure it is not damaged e.g., swollen, bent, broken or punctured.

1. Insert the charger into a USB port. The charger only uses power from the USB port, it will not connect to your computer. USB power supplies, such as those used to charge cellular phones, can also be used.
2. Slide the battery into the slot on the charger and press it into the charge jack/connector located at the bottom of the slot. The end cap of the battery is specifically designed to allow the battery to fit into the slot one way (usually with the label on the battery facing outward) to prevent reverse polarity connection, however, check for proper alignment and polarity.
3. Always disconnect the flight battery from the charger immediately upon completion of charging.

CAUTION: Only use chargers specifically designed to charge the included Li-Po battery. Failure to do so could result in fire, causing injury or property damage.
Never exceed the recommended charge rate.

LED Indications
When you make the connection successfully, the LED on the charger turns solid red, indicating charging has begun. Charging a fully discharged
(not over-discharged) 150mAh battery takes approximately 30–40 minutes.The light goes out when the charge is complete.
Solid Red: Charging
OFF: Max Charge

CAUTION: Once charging is complete, immediately remove the battery. Never leave a battery connected to the charger.

Transmitter Setup Table (BNF)

DX series, NX series, IX series

SYSTEM  SETUP             FUNCTION  LIST|
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Model Type| HELI| Servo Setup|
Swash Type| Normal| Chan| Travel| Reverse| | Chan| Travel| Reverse|
F-Mode Setup| THR| 100/100| Normal| | RUD| 100/100| Normal|
Switch 1| Switch B| AIL| 100/100| Normal| GER| 100/100| Normal|
ELE| 100/100| Normal| PIT| 100/100| Normal|
Throttle Cut| -130%
D/R & Expo| Throttle Curve|
Channel Assign|
Chan| Sw (F) Pos| D/R| Expo| Sw (B) Pos| Pt 1| Pt 2| Pt 3| Pt 4| Pt 5|
Channel Input
AILE| 0| 100/100| 0| N| 0| 25| 50| 75| 100|
1 Throttle| Throttle
1| 100/100| 0| 1| 0| 25| 50| 75| 100|
2 Aileron| Aileron| ELEV| 0| 100/100| 0| 2| 100| 100| 100| 100| 100|
3 Elevator| Elevator| 1| 100/100| 0| HOLD| 0| 0| 0| 0| 0|
4 Rudder| Rudder| RUDD| 0| 100/100| 0| Pitch Curve|
5 Gear| Switch B| 1| 100/100| 0| Sw (B) Pos| Pt 1| Pt 2| Pt 3| Pt 4| Pt 5|
6 AUX 1| INH| Mixing| N| 0| 25| 50| 75| 100|
7 AUX 2| | GER -> GER| 1| 0| 25| 50| 75| 100|
Frame Rate| Rate| 100%| 100%| 2| 0| 25| 50| 75| 100|
22ms| Offset| 20%| HOLD| 0| 25| 50| 75| 100|
DSMX| Switch| Switch I| Timer|
Panic Mode Operation

Bind / I Button

Pressed = Panic Mode On Released = Panic Mode Off

| Mode| Count Down|
Time| 4:00|
Start| Throttle Out|
Over| 25%|
One Time| Inhibit|

Transmitter Control (RTF)

When pressed down, trim buttons make a sound that increases or decreases in pitch at each pressing. The middle or neutral trim position is heard as a middle tone in the pitch range of the sounds. The end of the control range is sounded by a series of beeps.

| A| B| C| D| E| F
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Mode 1| Aileron (Left/Right)

Throttle (Up/Down)

| Throttle Trim| Aileron Trim| Rudder Trim| Elevator Trim| Rudder (Left/Right)

Elevator (Up/Down)

Mode 2| Aileron (Left/Right)

Elevator (Up/Down)

| Elevator Trim| Aileron Trim| Rudder Trim| Throttle Trim| Rudder (Left/Right)

Throttle (Up/Down)

Dual Rate Selection (RTF transmitter)
The control sensitivity can be changed by pressing and releasing the right control stick. The LED on the transmitter will show solid for high sensitivity (default) and flashing for low sensitivity.

RTF Transmitter LED Indicator
The transmitter LED gives a visual representation for various data. The following table gives an explanation of the possible LED indications.

voltage for 4 seconds after powering on.
Green: over 5.6V
Yellow: between 4.8V and 5.6V
Red: < 4.8V, transmitter beeps (change the batteries)
Aircraft voltage

(the aircraft must be bound to a telemetry capable receiver)

| Transmitter LED color indicates aircraft on-board battery voltage. (If using MLP6 with an aircraft that does not transmit telemetry, the LED will be solid blue.)
Green: over 3.7V per cell
Yellow: between 3.3V and 3.7V per cell
Red: below 3.3V per cell
Control rate| High rate: LED solid
Low rate: LED flashes slowly
Binding| LED flashes blue rapidly
No signal| LED glows solid blue

Installing the Flight Battery

1. Lower the throttle and throttle trim to the lowest settings.
2. Power on the transmitter.
3. Install the flight battery in the battery holder. Connect the battery cable to the 3- in-1 control unit.

NOTICE: Do not allow the helicopter to move until the blue LED on the 3-in-1 control unit is solid.
Always disconnect the Li-Po battery from the 3-in-1 control unit of the aircraft when not flying. Failure to do so may result in over discharge.

Transmitter and Receiver Binding
Binding is the process of programming the receiver of the control unit to recognize the GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) code of a single specific transmitter. You need to ‘bind’ your chosen Spektrum™ DSM2 ®/ DSMX ® technology equipped aircraft transmitter to the receiver for proper operation.
If you purchased an RTF model, the transmitter is bound to the model at the factory.
If for any reason you need to re-bind your Nano S3 to the MLP6DSM, follow the directions below:

Binding Procedure for the MLP6DSM (RTF)

1. Disconnect the flight battery from the helicopter.
2. Power off the transmitter and move all switches to the 0 position.
3. Connect the flight battery to the helicopter. The 3-in-1 Control unit LED flashes after 5 seconds.
4. Push and hold the bind/panic button/trigger and hold the rudder control stick to full left while powering on the transmitter.
5. Release the bind/panic button/trigger. Continue to hold the rudder control stick to full left until the LED on the 3-in-1 control unit is solid.
6. Release the rudder control stick.
7. Disconnect the flight battery and power the transmitter off.

NOTICE: If the swashplate moves up and down when the trainer switch is moved, the helicopter is in computer transmitter mode. Repeat the binding procedure.
To bind your Nano S3 to your chosen transmitter, follow the directions below:

Binding Procedure for Computer Radios (BNF)

1. Disconnect the flight battery from the helicopter.
2. Power off the transmitter and move all switches to the 0 position.
3. Connect the flight battery to the helicopter. The 3-in-1 Control unit LED flashes after 5 seconds.
4. Push the bind switch/button while powering on the transmitter.
5. After 2–3 seconds, release the bind switch/button.
6. Move the rudder control stick to full right. Continue to hold the rudder control stick to full right until the blue LED on the 3-in-1 control unit is solid.
7. Release the rudder control stick.
8. Disconnect the flight battery and power the transmitter off.

NOTICE: The throttle will not arm if the transmitter’s throttle control is not put at the lowest position and the stunt mode switch is not in the 0 position.
If you encounter problems, refer to the troubleshooting guide for other instructions. If needed, contact the appropriate Horizon Hobby Product Support office.

Control Tests
Ensure the throttle hold is ON when doing the direction control tests. Test the controls prior to the first flight to ensure the servos, linkages and parts operate correctly.
If the controls do not react as shown in the illustrations below, confirm the transmitter is programmed correctly.

Elevator

  Aileron

Understanding the Primary Flight Controls

If you are not familiar with the controls of your Nano S3, take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with them before attempting your first flight.

Flight Modes

The Nano S3 RTF comes with the Blade MLP6DSM transmitter. This transmitter has a flight mode switch that lets the pilot change among the following flight modes.

Throttle Hold (switch position 0)
Throttle hold is used to turn off the helicopter motors if the helicopter is out of control, in danger of crashing or both. Activate throttle hold anytime the helicopter is in danger to reduce the chance of damaging the helicopter in a crash.

Stability Mode Z (switch position 1)

• Stability Mode is typically preferred by pilots with less experience flying collective pitch helicopters.
• The helicopter will limit the bank angle, even with full control input, and return the aircraft to a level flight attitude when the controls are released.
• The yaw rate is slowed for ease of control.
• The Panic Recovery button returns the helicopter to upright, level attitude.
• The throttle mode is normal.
• Low throttle stick position = 0% throttle.
• The helicopter uses the stability sensor to help control ascent and descent rates.

3D Mode (switch position 2 )

• 3D Mode is intended for pilots with experience with collective pitch helicopters.
• The model will NOT return to a level attitude position when you release the controls.
• The helicopter has no bank angle limit.
• Both the cyclic and yaw controls are at fast, aerobatic rate.
• The Panic Recovery button returns the helicopter to a level attitude, either upright or inverted, whichever is closer.
• The throttle mode is “Idle up.” The motor remains at a constant speed, regardless of the throttle stick position. The throttle stick controls the pitch of the main rotor blades.

If you choose to use a computer radio, programmed as shown in the Transmitter Setup Table section, the flight mode switch gives the pilot the choice between the following flight modes:
Stability Mode Z (switch position 0) as previously described.
Stability Mode (switch position 1)
Stability Mode shares the same characteristics as Sability Z mode but without the stability sensor to help control the ascent and descent rates.

3D Mode (switch position 2) as previously described.
Activate Throttle Hold with the Hold switch.

Panic Recovery
If you get into distress while flying in any mode, push and hold the Bind/Panic Switch and move the control sticks to their neutral position. SAFE technology will immediately return the aircraft to an upright level attitude, if the aircraft is at a sufficient height with no obstacles in its path. Return the collective stick to 50% and release the Panic Switch to turn off Panic Recovery and return to the current flight mode.
This mode is intended to provide the pilot with the confidence to continue to improve their flight skills.

First Flight Preparation

• Remove and inspect contents
• Begin charging the flight battery
• Program your computer transmitter (BNF)
• Install the flight battery in the helicopter (once it has been fully charged)
• Bind your transmitter (BNF)
• Familiarize yourself with the controls
• Find a suitable area for flying
• Move the collective stick to 50% and return all other transmitter controls to neutral for the quickest recovery.
• Once the model has reached a level upright attitude the negative collective is reduced preventing the user from pushing the model into the ground.

NOTICE: Before releasing the panic switch, make sure the collective stick has been returned to the 50% position. Once the panic switch has been released, full negative collective becomes available, which could cause the Nano S3 to descend rapidly.

Flying Checklist

• Always turn the transmitter on first
• Plug the flight battery into the lead from the ESC
• Allow the receiver and ESC to initialize and arm properly
• Fly the model
• Land the model
• Unplug the flight battery from the ESC
• Always turn the transmitter off last

Flying the Nano S3
Consult your local laws and ordinances before choosing a location to fly your aircraft.
We recommend flying your aircraft outside in calm winds or inside a large gymnasium. Always avoid flying near houses, trees, wires and buildings. You should also be careful to avoid flying in areas where there are many people, such as busy parks, schoolyards or soccer fields.
It is best to fly from a smooth flat surface as this will allow the model to slide without tipping over. Keep the helicopter approximately 2 ft (600mm) above the ground. Keep the tail pointed toward you during initial flights to keep the control orientation consistent. Releasing the stick in Beginner Mode will allow the helicopter to level itself and activating the Panic Recovery button will level the helicopter quickly. If you become disoriented while in Beginner Mode, slowly lower the throttle stick to land softly.
During initial flights, only attempt takeoff, landing and hovering in one spot.

Takeoff
Place the model onto a flat, level surface free of obstacles and walk back 30 feet (10 meters). Slowly increase the throttle until the model is approximately 2 ft. (600mm) off the ground and check the trim so the model flies as desired. Once the trim is adjusted, begin flying the model.

Hovering
Making small corrections on the transmitter, try to hold the helicopter in one spot. If flying in calm winds, the model should require almost no corrective inputs. After moving the cyclic stick and returning it to center the model should level itself. The model may continue to move due to inertia. Move the cycle stick in the opposite direction to stop the movement.
After you become comfortable hovering, you can progress into flying the model to different locations, keeping the tail pointed towards you at all times. You can also ascend and descend using the throttle stick. Once you’re comfortable with these maneuvers, you can attempt flying with the tail in different orientations. It is important to keep in mind that the flight control inputs will rotate with the helicopter, so always try to picture the control inputs relative to the nose of the helicopter. For example, forward will always drop the nose of the helicopter.

Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC)
LVC decreases the power to the motors when the battery voltage gets low. When the motor power decreases and the red LED on the ESC flashes, land the aircraft immediately and recharge the flight battery.
LVC does not prevent the battery from over-discharge during storage.
NOTICE: Repeated flying to LVC will damage the battery.

Landing
To land, slowly decrease the throttle while in a low-level hover. After landing, discon-nect and remove the battery from the air-craft after use to prevent trickle discharge. Fully charge your battery before storing it. During storage, make sure the battery charge does not fall below 3V per cell.

Troubleshooting Guide

Throttle at high position

| Reset controls with throttle stick and throttle trim at center or lowest setting
Switches not in normal position| Set flight mode to OFF/0 and exit throttle hold
Pitch or throttle servo revers- ing improperly configured| Reset servo reversing Refer to “Programming your Transmitter”
Helicopter will not spool up| ****

Throttle hold on

| Turn off HOLD with throttle low and trim centered or low. Refer to “Throttle Hold”
Low battery voltage| Completely recharge flight battery
Motor power decreases during flight| Receiver uses default soft Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC)| Recharge the flight battery or replace if the battery performance is poor
Cannot turn off throttle hold| Stunt Mode switch still on| Set flight mode to OFF/ 0 and exit throttle hold
Throttle not at low position| Reset controls with throttle stick and throttle trim at center or lowest setting
Powers off when flying upside down (inverted)| Flight mode is set to Beginner Mode| Switch the flight mode switch to Intermediate or Experienced Mode before flying inverted

Will not bind properly to non-computer radio

| ****

Helicopter binds differently to non-computer radios

| Release bind button/ switch after applying left rudder. Do not hold the bind button/ switch after applying left rudder
Poor tail authority| Tail boom is cracked| Replace tail boom
The tail rotor blade is warped or bent| Twist rotor blade back into position or replace
Climb out rate is greatly reduced| Main gear has slipped on the main shaft| Push main gear back into position
Problem| Possible Cause| Solution
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LED on receiver flashes rapidly and aircraft will not bind to transmitter

(during binding)

| Transmitter is too near aircraft during binding process| Power off 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 transmitter was powered on| Power off transmitter and repeat bind process
Aircraft or transmitter is too close to large metal object, wireless source or another transmitter| Move aircraft and transmitter to another location and attempt binding again
LED on receiver flashes rapidly

and aircraft will not respond to transmitter (after binding)

| Less than a 5-second wait between first powering on transmitter and connecting flight battery to aircraft| Leaving transmitter on, disconnect and reconnect flight battery to aircraft
Aircraft is bound to a different model memory ( ModelMatch TM radios only)| Select correct model memory on transmitter and disconnect and reconnect flight battery to aircraft
Flight battery/transmitter battery charge is too low| Replace/recharge batteries
Transmitter may have been bound to a different model (or with a different DSM® Protocol)| ****

Select the right transmitter or bind to the new one

Aircraft or transmitter is too close to large metal object, wireless source or another transmitter| Move aircraft and transmitter to another location and attempt connecting again
Helicopter vibrates or shakes in flight| Damaged rotor blades, spindle or blade grips| Check main rotor blades and blade grips for cracks or chips. Replace damaged parts. Replace bent spindle

Drift Calibration

The helicopter has been calibrated in the factory before shipment, but it is possible that a crash will cause mechanical distortion of the frame, resulting in a slight drift in Stability mode. In this situation, please follow the calibration procedure.
Before begining the cailbration procedure, fully chage the flight battery and ensure the helicopter and transmitter are bound properly, per the binding instructions.
To calibrate the Blade Nano S3:

1. After initialization, move the transmitter sticks to the bottom, outside corners, as shown in the illustration.
   When the red and blue LEDs on the main control board flash slowly, calibration mode is active.

2. Release the sticks.

3. Slowly advance the throttle to bring the helicopter into a low hover. The red and blue LEDs flash rapidly to indicate the calibration process has begun. Hold the hover for approximately 15 seconds, using as little control input as possible to keep the helicopter steady.

4. Land the helicopter by slowly lowering the throttle.

5. After Landing, press the bind/panic button to complete the calibration process. The LED will show solid blue.

Exploded View and Parts Listings

| Part #| Description
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1| BLH01301| Flight Control: Nano S3
2| BLH2402| nCP S Main motor
3| BLH1302| Nano S2 Main plastic frame
4| BLH1304| Nano S2 Tail Fin
5| SPMSH2027L| DSV40LBC-35 Servo 1
6| SPMSH2028L| DSV40LBC-50 Servo 1
7| BLH1303| Nano S2 Canopy
8| BLH3302| Nano CP X Tail Boom and Motor
9| BLH3603| Tail Rotor
10| EFLH3004| Landing Skid & Battery mount
11| BLH3306| Main Gear
12| BLH3307| Carbon Fiber Main Shaft with Collar

& Hardware

13| BLH3308| Servo Pushrod set with Ball Links
14| BLH3309| Complete  Precision Swashplate
15| BLH1305| Main Rotor Blade Set: Nano S2
16| BLH3312| Main Rotor Hub with Hardware
17| BLH3313| Feathering Spindle with O-rings and Hardware
18| BLH3314| Main Blade Grips with Bearings
19| BLH3315| 2 x 5 x 2 Bearings (2)
20| BLH3322| Rotor Head Linkage Set (4)
21| EFLB1501S45| 1-Cell 3.7v 45C LiPo Battery
22| BLH3324| Spindle Tool Set
| BLH3323| Hardware Set
| EFLC1008| 1s USB LiPo charger, 300mAh
| SPM6836| Replacement  Servo Mechanics
| SPMRMLP6| MLP6DSM SAFE 6CH TX Mode 2
| BLH3021| Canopy Mounting Grommets (8)
| BLH2507| Bearing m2.5x6x1.8 Apache AH-64
| BLH2508| Bearing m2.5x6x2.5 Apache AH-64

Optional Parts

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WARRANTY SERVICES

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For Warranty consideration, you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase date. Provided warranty conditions have been met, your Product will be serviced or replaced free of charge. Service or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon.

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 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.

Warranty and Service Contact Information

Country of Purchase| Horizon Hobby| Contact Information| Address
---|---|---|---
USA| Horizon Service Center (Repairs and Repair Requests)| servicecenter.horizonhobby. com/RequestForm/| 2904 Research Rd Champaign, Illinois 61822 USA
Horizon Product Support (Product Technical Assistance)| productsupport@ horizonhobby.com
877-504-0233
Sales| websales@horizonhobby.com
800-338-4639
EU| Horizon Technischer Service| service@horizonhobby.eu| Hanskampring 9

D 22885 Barsbüttel, Germany

Sales: Horizon Hobby GmbH| +49 (0) 4121 2655 100

FCC Information

RTF BLH01301 includes Nano S3 helicopter and MLP6 transmitter BLH01350 Helicopter – Contains FCC ID: BRWWACO1T SPMRMLP6 Transmitter – Contains FCC ID: BRWWACO1T
BNF Basic (BLH01350) includes Nano S3 Helicopter
FCC ID: BRWWACO1T
Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
Blade Nano S3 RTF/BNF (BLH01301/BLH01350)

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.

CAUTION: changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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.

Horizon Hobby, LLC
2904 Research Rd.,
Champaign, IL 61822
Email: compliance@horizonhobby.com Web: HorizonHobby.com

IC Information

BLH01301 contains IC ID: 6157A-WACO1T, 6157A-WACO1T
BLH01350 contains IC ID: 6157A-WACO1T
This device complies with Industry Canada license-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:
Blade Nano S3 RTF/BNF (BLH01301/BLH01350);

Hereby, Horizon Hobby, LLC declares that the device is in compliance with the following: EU Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU; RoHS 2 Directive 2011/65/EU;
RoHS 3 Directive – Amending 2011/65/EU Annex II 2015/863.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: https://www. horizonhobby.com/content/support- render-compliance

Blade Nano S3 RTF (BLH01301)
NOTE: This product contains batteries that are covered under the 2006/66/EC European Directive, which cannot be disposed of with normal household waste. Please follow local regulations.

Spektrum MLP6 Wireless Frequency Range and Wireless Output Power:
2404 – 2476 MHz
1.43 dBm

Blade Nano S3 Helicopter Frequency Range and Wireless Output Power:
2404 – 2476 MHz
1.43 dBm

EU Manufacturer of Record:
Horizon Hobby, LLC
2904 Research Road Champaign, IL 61822 USA

EU Importer of Record:
Horizon Hobby, GmbH Hanskampring 9
22885 Barsbüttel Germany

WEEE NOTICE:

This appliance is labeled in accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU concerning waste of electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This label indicates that this product should not be disposed of with household waste. It should be deposited at an appropriate facility to enable recovery and recycling.

©2021 Horizon Hobby, LLC.
Blade, the Blade logo, E-flite, the BNF logo, DSM, DSM2, DSMX, Safe, the SAFE logo, ModelMatch and the Horizon Hobby 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 9,930,567. US 10,419,970.
Created 12/20 49957 BLH01301 / BLH01350

References

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