F A O SCHWARZ JETX2F68T1 Thunder Drone Jet Instruction Manual

F A O SCHWARZ JETX2F68T1 Thunder Drone Jet

Specifications

• Size : 888 x 210 mm (Folded: 148 x 210 mm)
• Accordion Fold

Product Usage Instructions

Pre Flight Checklist

1. Read all warnings and instructions.
2. Install remote batteries. (See page 4)
3. Make sure that drone and remote are powered off.
4. Charge batteries. (See page 4)
5. First-time operators should practice indoors.

Operating Drone

1. Make sure your remote is off.
2. Slide drone switch on.
3. Place drone on a flat even surface. Always turn off remote prior to retrieving or picking up drone to avoid accidental propeller activation.

Pairing Drone
For ease of control, ensure the red rear lights are facing towards you.

Take Off and Landing
There are specific instructions for take-off and landing:

• Take Off: Slowly press the left throttle stick forward or press the FLIGHT button.
• Landing: Slowly press the left throttle stick down or press the FLIGHT button for auto landing.
• Emergency Stop: Press and hold the FLIGHT button for 2 seconds to stop the propellers.

Advanced Modes
The product offers advanced modes like stunts, auto-orientation, and speed control. Follow the instructions provided for each mode.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DRONE

PLEASE READ ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO USE. KEEP THIS DOCUMENT AS IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR DRONE.

CHARGING

• Drone must be charged before each use (USB Charge Cable included).
• Indicator light will turn off once fully charged.
• Install batteries in remote.

PAIRING
Before each flight pair the remote with the drone:

1. Turn your drone on and place on a flat, level surface.
2. Turn on the remote.
3. Push stick up and then down.
4. Repeat steps 1 and 2 if necessary.

IMPORTANT!
After a hard landing, turn drone and remote off. Then, repeat pairing.

DIRECTION

• The head of the Thunderbolt Drone is the front of the drone.
• The tail of the Thunderbolt Drone is the back of the drone.
• Not applicable in auto-orientation mode.

REMOTE CONTROL
Practice flying your drone below 10 feet and at low speeds until comfortable with all controls to avoid unnecessary damage or injury.

• Left joystick:
  • Up/Down controls elevation
  • Left/Right controls spin
• Right joystick : controls flight direction
• Direction Trim : use to eliminate drift

To cut power to drone, move left joystick to down position.

INSIDE THE BOX

Replacement Propellers

1. Pull firmly to remove broken propeller. Replace with a new one. Push firmly and carefully.
2. Each blade has a letter on it. Match the blades with the corresponding letter on the drone.

CHARGING/BATTERY

REMOTE
Open the battery cover and install 4 AA 1.5V batteries

Warning : Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party as shown.

RECHARGEABLE BATTERY WARNINGS:
There is a risk of fire and personal injury if battery is punctured, damaged, or misused

• Do not dismantle, crush, incinerate or short-circuit battery.
• Never expose battery to extreme temperatures or moisture
• Keep away from flammable materials and direct sunlight
• Only charge using the provided charger, cable, and/or adapters
• Rechargeable battery is only to be charged by an adult.
• Adult Supervision of the battery while it is charging is required
• Allow battery to cool to room temperature before charging.
• Charge on a non-flammable surface and keep away from flammable products
• Discontinue charging if battery becomes hot, swells, smokes, or gives off a strong odor.
• Battery chargers used with the product 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.
• Remove batteries (if removable) before storing
• Recycle or dispose of battery according to federal, state, and local laws
• Cells or batteries should not be disassembled, crushed, punctured, opened, or otherwise mutilated.
• Seek medical advice immediately if a cell or battery has been swallowed.
• In the event that the electrolyte comes into contact with the skin or eyes, immediately flush with freshwater for at least 15 minutes and seek medical advice.
• Store cells and batteries in their original packaging and away from metal objects which may short-circuit them.
• Do not drop or subject the cell or battery to strong mechanical shock.
• Keep cells or batteries clean and dry both during use and storage. Wipe metal terminals with a soft, dry cloth if they become dirty.
• Charge cells or batteries before use.
• On first use, or after prolonged periods of storage, it may be necessary to charge and discharge the cell or battery two or three times before obtaining maximum performance.
• It is best to charge the cell or battery at temperatures between 15°C and 30°C unless otherwise specified by the manufacturer.
• Retain original product literature for future reference.

BATTERY WARNINGS

• Do not mix old and new batteries
• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable batteries
• Alkaline batteries are recommended. Use only the specified voltage.
• Insert batteries using the correct polarity. Always use, replace, and recharge (if applicable) batteries under adult supervision
• Do not charge with non-rechargeable batteries
• Do not short-circuit the battery supply terminals
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire, batteries may explode or leak.
• Remove batteries (if removable) before storing.
• Recycle or dispose of batteries according to federal, state, and local laws.

DRONE

1. Connect the Battery Charger to the charge port on the drone.
2. Connect connector to power source.
3. Turn off the drone before charging.

Note: The red rear lights will light up while the battery is charging and will turn off when the battery is fully charged. Charge time is approximately 120 minutes.

OVERVIEW

OPERATING DRONE

Pre Flight Checklist

1. Read all warnings and instructions. remote is off.
2. Install remote batteries. (See page 4)
3. Make sure that drone and remote are powered off.
4. Charge batteries. (See page 4)
5. First time operators should practice indoors.

Choose a location

Always turn off remote before retrieving or picking up drone. This will help you avoid accidently activating propellers.

Pairing Drone

1. Make sure your remote is off.

2. Slide drone switch on.

3. Place drone on a flat even surface
   For ease of control, the red rear lights should be toward you.

4. Turn on the remote control. Push left throttle stick up and then down.

5. The drone’s lights will flicker during the pairing process and then remain on once it has paired

GO FORWARDS

GO BACKWARDS

TAKE OFF

There are 2 ways to launch the drone:

1. Slowly press the left throttle stick forward. The drone will begin to rise.
2. Press the FLIGHT button. The drone will rise and hover.

LAND

There are 2 ways to land the drone:

1. Slowly and carefully press the left throttle stick down until the drone lands.
2. Press the FLIGHT button to initiate auto landing.

For emergency stop, press and hold the FLIGHT button for 2 seconds or until the propellers stop spinning.

If the drone begins to drift, you can correct the drone’s direction with the direction stick on the right.

FINE-TUNING/DIRECTION

ADVANCED MODES

STUNT

1. Fly the drone to a height of at least 10 ft.
2. Press the stunt bumper.
3. Press the right direction stick to the left or right.

AUTO-ORIENTATION/SPEED
When drone is in auto orientation mode, the drone will orient to the user (remote), no matter what direction the drone is facing.

1. Press the auto orientation button. The remote will beep every 6 seconds while in this mode. Press the auto orientation button again to turn off the mode.
2. Push the right direction stick to control the direction the drone moves
   • Press the speed button to change the flight speed. The default speed is low. Press the button once to enter high speed and once more to return to low speed.

TIPS AGES

• Do not crash drone into sand or dirt. Drone gears may become clogged.
• When first learning to fly, practice lifting off and hovering.
• Stay several feet from walls and buildings.
• Always press throttle all the way down after crashing or when something gets stuck in propellers.
• Never fly drones above or near people, sudden changes in wind or other conditions could lead to unexpected crashes.
• Always use caution when flying drone vehicles, obey relevant laws, respect the privacy and property rights of others.
• Do not modify the drone or use it any way except for its intended purpose.

WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

TROUBLESHOOTING

• When remote switch is turned on, the remote light does not illuminate:

1. Check that batteries in the remote are installed correctly
2. OR turn off the drone and remote controller and turn on again.
3. If the remote light still does not turn on, replace the batteries with new batteries.

• During flight, the Remote Power LED is flashing:

1. Remote batteries are low. Land the drone immediately.
2. Replace old batteries.

• Drone and remote properly pair, but the drone will not lift-off:
  Drone battery needs charging. Use the USB Charge Cable to connect the drone to power source.

• After trimming the drone, flight is very unstable and it cannot fly properly:

1. One or more blades are most likely damaged; Replace with the proper number replacement blade and try flying again (page 3).
2. Press the thumbstick down for 5 seconds to reset the gyroscope.
3. Turn off the drone and remote, then repeat the pairing process (page 6).

• Remote and drone cannot be paired:
  Remote must be within 12 feet of drone.

Note : If there is more than one unpaired drone within 12 feet, one must be successfully paired before others may be paired.

BEFORE USE, READ ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL

WARNING : CHOKING HAZARD – Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.

FAO® and FAO Schwarz® names and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks. All rights reserved. www.fao.com Distributed by and © 2022 MerchSource, LLC. Irvine, CA 92618. For customer support, please call 1-888-987-6533. The artwork and design of this manual are protected by US copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, displayed, published or used for any purpose without prior written permission. It is not permitted to alter, remove or reproduce any trademarks or copyright notice from this manual.

KEEP THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AS IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Due to continuous product improvements, the picture on the manual may differ slightly from the actual product.

Printed in China

GENERAL WARNINGS
READ ALL WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS BEFORE USE.

SAFETY WARNINGS

• Not recommended for children under 8 years of age. As with all electrical products, precautions should be observed during handling and use to reduce the risk of electrical shock.

• Adult supervision is required at all times.

• Never fly drones above or near people, sudden changes in wind or other conditions could lead to unexpected crashes.

• Always use caution when flying drone vehicles, obey relevant laws, respect the privacy and property rights of others.

• The drone shall never be modified or used for anything except its intended purpose.

• Before each use, an adult should review the product and battery to determine that no damage or hazards exist.

• DO NOT TOUCH SPINNING PROPELLERS.

• Do not allow anything to intentionally make contact in any way with spinning propellers.
  Prevent contact with spinning blades by turning off remote prior to handling drone.

• Use caution and pay attention to your surroundings while operating drone.

• Do not fly drone into animals, people, or inanimate objects.

• Keep drone away from power lines, buildings, trees, public areas, and any other potentially hazardous areas.

• Do not operate in rain, heavy wind, and or any type of severe weather.

• Do not land drone on wet surfaces.

• Never touch or allow others to touch drone while it is flying.

• Always turn drone off when it is not in use.

• Always fly drone in large open areas.

• The drone will lose controlling capabilities if fly distance is more than maximum recommended altitude of 100 ft. Keep below 100 ft. to avoid potential crashing risk.

• The toy shall be used with caution since skill is required in order to control the flight and avoid collisions with the user, objects or third parties.

• Do not touch the rotating rotor, avoid loose clothing or hair that could be caught in the rotor, do not fly near the face.

• Adult supervisors should teach children how to safely fly and control the toy.

PLEASE RECYCLE OR DISPOSE OF ELECTRONICS PROPERLY. RECYCLING INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE AT WWW.MERCHSOURCE.COM

FAA WARNING
This drone weighs 0.156lbs (71g). As of November 2017, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires registration of unmanned aircraft weighing more than 0.55lbs. Visit www.faa.gov/uas/registration for more information. Ongoing compliance with Federal, state and local laws regarding operation is an owner’s sole responsibility.

WARNINGS

Warning : Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party as shown. 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.

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.

Sharper Image® name and logo are registered trademarks. Distributed by and © 2021 MerchSource, LLC. Irvine, CA 92618. All rights reserved. The artwork and design of this manual are protected by US copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, displaced, published or used for any purpose without prior written permission. Altering, removing or reproducing any of the trademark or copyright notices on this package is not permitted.

PATENT PENDING
Printed in China

Model Number : 1015953

FAQ

Issue: Remote Light Does Not Illuminate
Solution:

1. Check remote batteries installation.
2. Turn off both drone and remote, then turn on again.
3. If issue persists, replace remote batteries with new ones.

Issue: Remote Power LED is Flashing During Flight
Solution:  Remote batteries may be low, land the drone immediately and replace batteries.

Issue: Drone Will Not Lift-Off After Pairing
Solution: Drone battery may need charging, use USB Charge Cable to connect to a power source.

References

• Iconic Toy Store For Kids of All Ages | FAO Schwarz
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