Century Helicopter Products Swift Carbon 620SE User manual
Swift Carbon 620SE
ELECTRIC R/C HELICOPTER
Kit Instruction Manual
Century Helicopter Products
Designed and Developed in USA
2nd Edition May 2008 All rights reserved.
Mechanical Specs:
Main Rotor Blades: 600-620mm
Tail Rotor Blades: 75-85mm
Length: 113.3cm
Height: 34.4cm
Weight: 1.76kg (congured with brushless motor and servos)
Electronic Specs:
Speed Control: 50-85 Amp
Motor: 800-1250kv (based on battery)
Battery: 4S-10S Li-Po
Main Gear: 96 Tooth
Pinion: 9-14 Tooth
Head Speed: 1600-2300 RPM
1. Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of Century Helicopter Product’s Swift Carbon 620SE Kit. The Swift
Carbon 620SE is a high performance machine providing the agilitiy and durability that is expected out
of a helicopter of this caliber. The attention and praise by the R/C helicopter community is well de-
served as the Century Swift line is unmatched in affordability, quality and performance.
In order to take advantage of your Swift’s performance capabilities we recommend using a high qual-
ity computer radio system with 120 degree eCCPM mixing. The radio system should have at least 6
channels to use modern heading lock gyros, Standard servos can be used with a specialized high
speed tail servo.
Warning
This radio controlled model is not a toy! It is a precision machine requiring proper assembly and setup
to avoid accidents. It is the responsibility of the owner to operate this product in a safe manner as it
can inict serious injury otherwise. It is recommended that if you are in doubt of your abilities, seek
assistance from experienced radio control modelers and associations. As manufacturer, we assume
no liability for the use of this product.
Pre-assembly Information
Upon opening the kit, all components are in individual bags. Please thoroughly read through this
manual before attempting assembly. Some specialized tools are recommended but not required for
full assembly.
Be careful when opening each bag as not to lose any hardware. As a reminder, all metal to metal
screw assemblies require “blue” thread lock compound, all metal to plastic screw assemblies require
slow setting CA and all bearing race to metal shafts should use “red” thread lock compound.
Warranty
Your new equipment is warranted to the original purchaser against manufacturer defects in material
and workmanship for 30 days from the date of purchase. During this period, Century Helicopter
Products will repair or replace, at our discretion, any component that is found to be factory defective
at no cost to the purchaser. This warranty is limited to the original purchaser and is not transferable.
This warranty does not apply to any unit which has been improperly installed, mishandled, abused, or
damaged in a crash, or to any unit which has been repaired or altered by any unauthorized agencies.
Under no circumstances will the buyer be entitled to consequential or incidental damages. This limited
warranty gives you specic legal rights. You also have other rights which may vary from state.
Century Helicopter Products
1740-C Junction, Ave.
San Jose, CA 95112
Fax: 408-451-1156
www.centuryheli.com
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2. Battery Warnings & Safety
For Lithium Polymer and NiMH/NiCD cell or battery packs purchased.
1. Never fast-charge any battery type unattended.
2. Never charge Li-Poly cells or battery packs at any rate unattended.
3. Only charge Li-Poly cells or battery packs with a charger designed specically for lithium polymer chemistry.
4. Li-Poly cells can ignite because of unmatched cell capacity or voltage, cell damage, charger failure, incorrect
charger setting and other factors.
5. Always use the correct charging voltage. Li-Poly cells or battery packs may ignite if connected to a charger
supplying more than 4.5 volts per cell.
6. Always assure the charger is working properly.
7. Always charge Li-Poly cells or battery packs where no harm can result, no matter what happens. We suggest a
brick box or likeness. Have sand handy in a bucket for any need to extinguish any re. NEVER use water on any
cells or battery packs.
8. Never charge a cell or battery pack in a model. A hot pack may ignite wood, foam, plastic, etc.
9. Never charge a cell or battery pack inside a motor vehicle or in a vehicle’s engine compartment.
10. Never charge a cell or battery pack on a wooden workbench or on any ammable material.
11. If a cell or battery pack is involved in a crash:
a. Remove the cell or battery pack from model.
b. Carefully inspect the cell or battery pack for shorts in the wiring or connections. If in doubt, cut all wires from cell
or battery pack.
c. Disassemble the pack
d. Inspect cells for dents, cracks and splits. Dispose of damaged cells.
12. Dispose of cells or battery packs as follows:
a. Discharge: with the cells or battery pack in a safe area, connect a moderate resistance across the terminals until
the cell or battery pack is discharged. CAUTION: cell or battery pack may be hot.
b. Discard:
i. NiMH: place in regular trash
ii. NiCD: recycle (cadmium is toxic)
iii. Li-Poly: puncture plastic envelope, immerse in salt water for several hours and place in regular trash.
13. Handle all cells or battery packs with care, as they can deliver high currents if shorted. Shorting by a wedding ring,
for example, will remove a nger.
14. Always store cells or battery packs in a secure location where they cannot be shorted or handled by children.
15. When constructing a battery pack, always use cells of the same capacity (mAh)
16. DO NOT store fully charged or discharged batteries in your helicopter.
17. When cutting wires, always cut ONLY ONE WIRE AT A TIME.
** Century Helicopter Products will not be liable for any damages that may occur to your helicopter due to any
misuse or mishandling as explained above.
** Century Helicopter Products, its successors, heirs and assignees are not responsible in way for any and all bodily
injuries) and/or property damage that may occur from the use of, or caused by in any way from Lithium Polymer and
NiMH/NiCD cells or battery packs offered by and or distributed by Century Helicopter Products.
Lithium Polymer
Battery Safety
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3. Required Items for Operation
Part#CN2015 Hardened Tip Hex Screw Driver Set
Part#CN2026 Pitch Gauge with Paddle Gauge
Part#CN2034A 150 Curve Tip Ball link Pliers
Part#CN2052 Main Blade Balancer
Part#CN2055 Ball Link Sizing Tool
Part#CN2070 Universal Flybar Lock
Part#CN2219 Ball Link Easy Driver
Part#CN2255 Control Rod Gauge
Part#CNWI26555 5.5mm Nut Driver
Part#CNWI26570 7.0mm Nut Driver
Hobby scissors
#CN2262
Hardware Description and Identication: M3X6 = 3X6mm and can refer to screws or ball bearings.
M3X6 Phillips Machine Screw
M - metric
3 - diameter
6 - length
M3X6 Self Tapping Screw
M - metric
3 - diameter
6 - length
M3X10 Socket Cap Screw
M - metric
3 - diameter
6 - length
M3X7x3 Ball Bearing
M - Metric Value
3 - Inside
7 - Outside
3 - Thickness
Necessary Items “Not Included” in the kit.
IMPORTANT: 6 Channel helicopter radio or
better with 120oeCCPM mixing required.
PG3000 Heading Lock &
Dual Rate Piezo Gyro
#CN2019 (or equivalent)
Brushless Electric Motor
Century Outrunner 600A+
#CNE274
Electron 80/100 Brushless Speed
Controller w/ Heat Sink #CNE480
This is the general list of items required to get the Swift Carbon 620 helicopter ying. Century produces a full spectrum of accessories
and tools to assemble your helicopter. The Swift Carbon 620 is a electronic cyclic collective pitch mixing type helicopter requiring a
standard helicopter radio (the helicopter radio requires eCCPM mixing for this model). The Swift Carbon 620 uses 4 servos to operate
critical systems. Gyroscopes are required to operate the model safely.
Recommended Tools & Accessories
Screwdrivers - Slotted and Phillips head
Long-Nosed Pliers
Allen Wrenches - 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm + 3.0mm
Appropriate Socket Wrench
Hobby Scissors
Double Sided Foam Tape ( 1/16” - 3/32” )
Foam Rubber ( Radio Packing )
Thread lock liquid (e.g. Locktite)
Hobby Grease (Super Lube)
Oil to lubricate sliding shafts
CA (Cyanoacrylate) Glue
The tools and materials listed below are
the minimum needed to build the helicopter:
In addition, the following will make assembly and setup
easier, and prove useful later in your model toolbox:
Pitch Gauge
#CN2027
Locktite
#CN2025BS blue
#CN2025RS red
Lubrication
#CN2024T
Needle Nose Pli-
ers & Cutter Pliers
Fastener and ball bearing dimensions
Servos (4)
Receiver
Transmitter
Receiver Battery Pack
Power plant
battery pack
4S-10S Li-Po or
12 Cell NiMH
WARNING: Do not overtighten bolts or screws possibly damaging threads of bolts or components.
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5. Safety
Before ying, please check to make sure no one else is operating on the same frequency.
Before ight, please check if the batteries or transmitter have enough capacity.
Before turning on the transmitter, please check to ensure the throttle stick is in the lowest position. IDLE switch is Off.
When turning on the unit, please follow the power on/off procedure. Power ON - Turn on the transmitter rst and then turn
on the receiver. Power OFF - Turn off the receiver rst and then turn on the transmitter. If this protocol is not followed,
control of the model may be lost.
Before operation, check movement of all controls are smooth and no linkages are binding. Carefully inspect servos for full
operation.
Check for missing, damaged, or loose items. Carefully inspect main rotor blades and tail blades for damage. If damaged,
replace with new ones to ensure a safe ight.
Check all ball links to ensure proper tment. If loose, replace ball links with new ones.
Check servo plugs, ESC plugs, motor plugs, gyro plugs, and battery plugs to make sure they are securely fastened. A
loose plug may result in a complete lose of control over the model.
Check the tail belt tension to make sure the belt is not too lose. No more than 5mm movment when pushed inward.
Symbols used to help assist you in building the kit:
CA
THREAD LOCK
OIL
Whenever this symbol appears, use CA
(cyanoacrylate) glue.
Whenever this symbol appears, use
blue thread lock. (CN2025BS)
Whenever this symbol appears, use
grease.
B
Whenever this symbol appears, use red
thread lock. (CN2025RS)
THREAD LOCK
R
4. Before You Begin
Every attempt has been made to ease the assembly of your kit, at each step where there are complex instructions there are
detailed written instructions to walk you through each step. Remember to take a few minutes before each step to carefully
examine each process to become familiar with the parts and assembly before beginning that step. All hardware associated
with the part has been bagged and bundled together. When installing a part, make sure to open each bag individually to ease
construction of your Swift Carbon 620SE
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