AMEWI 25327 AFX-135 DRF 4-Channel Helicopter Instruction Manual

: June 9, 2024
: AMEWi

AMEWI 25327 AFX-135 DRF 4-Channel Helicopter

AFX-135 DRF & POLIZEI

25327, 25328

JUST REMOTE-CONTROLLED

OPERATION MANUAL

INSTRUCTION MANUAL AFX-135 DRF & POLIZEI

Welcome to AMEWI

The Amewi Trade GmbH is an international import- and wholesale company for R/C models, toys and creative items, located in Borchen near Paderborn, Germany. Our product range includes over 10,000 items. Above all, this includes remote- controlled car, helicopter, boat, and tank models as well as a wide range of accessories and all necessary spare parts. Our sales network includes over 700 specialist dealer and online retailers across Europe.

The company AMEWI Trade GmbH is a pure wholesale company. We only sell our products to retailers. When you purchase AMEWI products as an end consumer, you are entering into a contract with the retailer. Please always contact your dealer in warranty cases.

AMEWI Trade GmbH
Nikolaus-Otto-Str. 18
33178 Borchen
Germany

Servicezeiten: Dienstag 9:30 – 12:00 Uhr | Donnerstag 14:00 – 16:30 Uhr
Telefon: +49 180 5009821 (Festnetz 14Ct/Min., Mobil max. 42Ct/Min.)
Support:https://amewi.com

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

This product has been manufactured according to actual technical standards. The product is matching the requirements of the existing European and national guidelines. The Declaration of Conformity has been proofed. AMEWI Trade GmbH declares that this product is matching the basic requirements and remaining regulations of the guideline 2014/53/EU {RED). The declarations and documents are stored at the manufacturer and can be requested and applied there. https://amewi.com/Konformitaetserklaerungen
For additional questions to the product and conformity please contact:
Amewi Trade GmbH Nikolaus-Otto-Str. 18, 33178 Borchen Germany or website https://amewi.com.

SECURITY AND HAZARD WARNINGS

For damage, caused by disregarding of the manual, warranty expires.
We are not liable for secondary failures, material, or personal damage, caused by in proper usage or disregarding the security notices.
Based on security and registration (CE) reasons, it is forbidden to modify the product personally. Do not disassemble the product.
Small parts. Danger of suffocation or risk of injury caused by small parts.
Suitable for people aged 14+!
The product is not allowed to get moist or wet. The product is only allowed to be used on flat and clean surfaces. Even a drop down from a small height can cause damage to the product.

BATTERY NOTICE & DISPOSAL

Batteries / rechargeable batteries do not belong in the hands of children.
Batteries or rechargeable batteries may only be changed by an adult. Never mix rechargeable batteries with dry batteries. Never mix full batteries with half- empty batteries. Never mix rechargeable batteries of different capacities.
Never attempt to charge dry batteries. Ensure correct polarity. Defective rechargeable batteries/batteries must be disposed of properly (hazardous waste). Never carry out the charging process unsupervised. If you have any questions about the charging time, read the operating instructions or contact the manufacturer.
Read the safety instructions and warnings before using or charging the Li-ion battery.
Stop using or charging immediately if the battery is leaking, has a temperature of over 70° C or anything else unusual occurs. Always charge and store batteries on a fireproof surface or in a fireproof LiPo bag.
Only use a qualified and specific Li-Po/Li-Ion charger for Li-Po/Li-Ion batteries or NiMH charger for NiMH batteries.
Never charge the battery unattended. Do not charge the battery if the charging process exceeds 4.2 V / cell. Do not charge the battery with a charging current above 2C. Please check and ensure that you are using a qualified charger. An unqualified charger may cause a fire. Do not discharge the battery with a current that exceeds the maximum discharge current. Otherwise, this will cause the battery to overheat. This can lead to bursting, fire or explosion.
Never disassemble, puncture, knock, drop, short-circuit and/or throw the battery into a fire.
Improper use such as short-circuiting or overcharging can lead to explosions or fire.
Store the battery in a safe place where infants or children cannot reach it.
The above indicates the danger of using the battery. The user assumes full responsibility for the result of using the battery. Please be sure to observe our safety instructions which you can find online at https://amewi.com/downloads/manuals/Akku-Sicherheitshinweise.pdf

DISPOSAL

AMEWI is registered below the Bat-Reg.-No. DE 77735153 and WEEE-Reg.-No. 93834722 at the foundation EAR and recycles all used electronic parts properly. Electric and electronical products are not allowed to put in household garbage. Please dispose the product at the end of the lifetime according to the actual laws. You as a customer are responsible by law for the return of all used batteries, a disposal over the household garbage is forbidden!
Batteries containing hazardous substances are marked with the alongside symbols, which point to the prohibition of disposal in household garbage.
Additional notations for the critical heavy metal are Cd=Cadmium, Hg=Quicksilver, Pb=lead {Label is placed on the batteries, for example below the bottom left trash symbols).

Based on RoHS labelling the manufacturer confirms, that all limit values were taken care of at the time of manufacturing.

Batteries labelled with the recycling symbol can be put into used battery collecting tank.
(Most supermarkets have)
They are not allowed to be put into local household garbage.

AMEWI Trade GmbH is involved in the dual system for boxing over the company Landbell AG.
All used boxes are collected from partner companies (waste disposal contractor) at private customers (local household), sorted and properly utilized. The involvement in a Dual Systems helps to save C02 Emissions.

THANK YOU

Thank you for purchasing the Amewi AMXFlight AFX-135. Please read the instruction manual carefully and keep it for future reference.

WARNING

This remote-controlled model is not a toy. It consists of many small parts and is not suitable for children under 14 years.
Four 1.5V AA batteries are required for the remote control.
A 7,4V Li-Po battery is used for the model (included).
Always keep your fingers away from the drive parts and other moving parts to avoid injury.
The model’s motor gets very hot. To avoid burn injuries, allow the motor to cool for 10-15 minutes after use before touching it.

ON INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE PRODUCT

Please do not disassemble or modify the model in any way. Do not use this product improperly or illegally and do not operate it in a manner that could endanger others or yourself.

MAXIMUM TRANSMITTING POWER DATA

2460-2475MHz

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Operation Frequency:

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14dBm| Maximum Radio Frequency power:
Maximum peak power

IMPORTANT NOTES

Note: This product is manufactured according to strict performance guidelines and complies with safety standards and requirements. This product is not suitable for children under 14 years of age. The manufacturer is not liable for any injury or accident caused using abnormal parts, excessive wear and tear, improper assembly, or operation. Please operate this product safely and responsibly.

PRECAUTIONS

Please read the following safety information before using the model.
Please do not use the model in rain, snow, or thunderstorms. If liquid enters the electronics, they may be irreparably damaged.
Please do not use the model in an environment that you cannot see.
Signal interference can cause the model to go out of control. Please do not use the model in the following places:

Near a radio tower, mobile phone masts or other places with active radio waves.

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Near crowds or in public places.

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Near rivers, ponds or lakes.

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Near electricity pylons or other transmission towers.

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Please do not operate the model if you are tired or unwell, have drunk alcohol or taken drugs – this may cause injury to yourself or others.
To avoid burns, never touch drive parts and motors during or immediately after use as they can be very hot.
Incorrect operation of the transmitter can cause injury to you or others. Be sure to familiarize yourself with the operation before using the model.
Check the model and the remote control before use. Check screws to make sure they are tight.
When you have finished using the model, always switch off the model first and then the remote control. Otherwise, the model may get out of control.
If the model gets out of range, it may get out of control. Please always stay close to the model with the transmitter.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Be sure to read thoroughly the manual before you begin.
As the product contains small parts, keep it away from small children.
Never reverse connection / disassemble the battery.
Do not operate the model on public roads or crowded places.

SPEZIFICATIONS

235mm

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Length

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80mm

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Height

98g

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Weight

256mm

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Rotor diameter

Li-Po 2S 7,4V 350mAh

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Battery

Ca. 12 min.

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Flying time

Ca. 45 min.

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Charging time

BOX CONTENT

AMEWI 25327 AFX-135 DRF 4-Channel Helicopter - a3

1. Helicopter 2. Remote-control 3. Li-Po battery 4. USB charging cable
5. Screwdriver & hex wrench 6. Rotor blades & Tail rotor 7. Manual

THE REMOTE CONTROL

Power indicator
**Auto start / Auto landing
Power switch
Forward, Backward, Left, Right Side Fly
Trim
Up, Down, Left, Right rotation
Speed

** Press and hold the button and switch on the remote control to switch between Mode 1 and Mode 2.

PART NAMES

AMEWI 25327 AFX-135 DRF 4-Channel Helicopter - b2

Main rotor
Rotor clip
Rotor head
Swash blade
Rotor shaft
Tail rotor
LED
Landing gear
Battery

CHARGING BATTERY

The LEDs flash during charging.

METHOD 1:
Charging battery by the USB port on a computer.

Connect the USB charger with the USB port.
Connect the battery with USB charger: blue light ladder flashes while charging. When the loading process is finished, all LEDs light up.

METHOD 2:
Charging battery by power supply adapter.

Connect the USB charger with the power supply adapter.
Connect the battery with USB charger: blue light ladder flashes while charging. When the loading process is finished, all LEDs light up.

METHOD 3:
Charging battery by power bank.

Connect the USB charger with the USB port.
Connect the battery with USB charger: blue light ladder flashes while charging. When the loading process is finished, all LEDs light up.
Pull down

1. Open the battery compartment lid.
2. Insert 4AA batteries. Make sure that the polarity is correct.
3. Then close the battery compartment.

PREPERATION

Make sure the batteries in the remote control are new and the flight battery is fully charged.
Fly in places with enough space. Do not fly near traffic, people, power lines or bodies of water.
Do not overtighten the screws on the rotor blade holders, the rotors must be able to swing easily.
In an emergency, you can press the “Auto Land” button for 3 seconds to land the helicopter without rotation.
(Note: This action may cause the helicopter to crash).

Be sure to familiarize yourself with the operation of the remote control before your first flight.

Throttle

Throttle stick up Helicopter climbs

Throttle stick down Helicopter sinks

Turn

Lever to the left Helicopter turns to the left

Lever to the right Helicopter turns to the right

Nick (Forward & backward)

Lever up Helicopter forward

Lever down Helicopter backward

Roll (Side fly)

Lever to the left Helicopter left side fly

Lever to the right Helicopter right side fly

OPERATION

Step 1 Step 3 Step 4

Turn on the remote control.
Slide the battery into the helicopter. Press the button on the battery for 2 seconds.
The LEDs on the remote control and on the helicopter flash. Quickly push the throttle lever up and down again. The remote-control beeps once and the indicator lights light up continuously. The connection has been established.
Pull the two levers to the outer, lower corner to start the helicopter. (You can also press the Auto Start/Auto Land button). The helicopter will take off.
Keep your nose pointed forward and always keep enough distance from yourself and others.

If you want to land the helicopter manually, hold the throttle down for 2-3 seconds and release only after the propellers have stopped turning. (You can also press the Auto Start/Auto Land button to land).

AMEWI 25327 AFX-135 DRF 4-Channel Helicopter - e5

Vorwärtsflug

Keep a safe distance of at least 2m

Note: Beginners should pay attention to the direction of flight. Keep the nose forward to avoid injury.

FLIGHT YAW CORRECTION METHOD

Use the trim buttons to make corrections during flight.
Should the helicopter drift in one direction while hovering, follow the steps below.
Bring the helicopter into hover. Depending on the direction, press the trim button in the opposite direction until the helicopter hovers.

Forward/ Backward			Fine-tune according to the direction of the arrow
Turn Left/ Right			Fine-tune according to the direction of the arrow
Side Fly Yaw			Fine-tune according to the direction of the arrow

Keep the helicopter at about one meter height for trimming.

OPERATION

Servo left
Servo right
Servo forward/backward
Reserved channel
Main motor
Tail motor
Tail LED
Front LED

GYRO CALIBRATION

To calibrate the gyro, proceed as follows.

Place the helicopter on a flat surface.
Press both levers into the bottom left corner. The LED on the helicopter starts to flash.
As soon as the LED lights up continuously, the calibration is complete. Now you can move the levers back to the zero position.

ROTOR BLADES

Remove the screw on the rotor blade holder using a Hex wrench.
When mounting, make sure that you do not overtighten the screw. The rotor blades must be able to swing freely.

MAIN MOTOR

First disconnect the motor plug. Loosen the screws on the motor holder Pull out the motor by gently turning it back and forth.

MAIN GEAR

First pull out the screw and pull out the large gear wheel directly downwards.
Pay attention to the direction when inserting the new gear. The plane of the shaft should be aligned with the plane of the inner bore of the gear.

TAIL ROTOR

Pay attention to the direction when replacing the tail rotor.
Align the rotor with the motor shaft and press it slowly onto it to ensure even rotation.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

Problem

| Possible Cause|

Solution

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Helicopter and remote control are switched on, LED at the tail is flashing, no function.| Helicopter and remote control are not connected.| Reconnect the helicopter and the remote control.
Nothing happens when the helicopter is switched on.| Model battery is empty. Check the voltage of the battery.
Batteries on the remote control are empty.
Remote control is off.| Charge the battery

Replace the transmitter batteries.

Switch on the remote control.

The motor does not turn when the throttle is opened, the LED on the receiver flashes.| The battery is empty.
The battery is not inserted correctly.| Charge the battery.
Insert the battery correctly.
The rotor turns but the helicopter does not take off.| The battery is empty.| Charge the battery
The helicopter vibrates very strongly. | The rotor blades are deformed.
The shaft is bent.
The tail rotor is bent.
The shaft of the tail motor is bent.
The screws on the rotor blade mounts are too tight.| Replace the rotor blades.
Replace the shaft.
Replace the tail rotor.
Replace the tail motor.
Loosen the screws on the main rotors.
The helicopter turns to the left after takeoff.| The tail motor has too little power.
The tail rotor is defective.
The tail motor is defective.| Check the connection of the tail motor and the tail rotor. If they are defective, replace them.
The helicopter drifts in one direction.| The servos must be trimmed.| Trim on the remote control as described in the instructions.
The helicopter does not fly in all directions.| Servo defective| Replace the defective servo.