REVELL Piloto Airplane User manual

Safety Precautions:
Warning: Do not modify or alter this unit. 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.
• Do not turn on the Piloto unless the controller has been turned
on first.
• Keep hands, hair and loose clothing away from the spinning
propeller when the power switch is turned ON.
• Turn off the controller and Piloto when not in use.
• Remove the battery from the controller when not in use.
• Parental guidance is recommended while flying.
• Always keep your Piloto in sight while flying.
• For the best performance, use new alkaline batteries in the
controller.
• Replace the batteries in the controller with new ones as soon
as any function becomes diminished.
• Keep these instructions for future reference.
• Follow the operating instructions exactly.
• Your controller’s built-in charger is made specifically for the
rechargeable Piloto LiPo battery. Do not use it to charge any
other battery.
WARNING:
CHOKING HAZARD — Small parts.
Not for children under 3 years of age.
“This product is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.”
Do not touch the spinning propeller
or fly over another person’s head.
Adult supervision is required.
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.
FCC REQUIREMENT
Care and Maintenance:
• Always remove batteries from the controller when it is not being used for a
long period of time.
• Wipe the toy gently with a clean, damp cloth.
• Keep the toy away from direct heat.
• Do not submerge the toy into water.This could damage the electronic
assemblies.
Battery Cautions:
• Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.
• If the controller uses rechargeable batteries, remove them before recharging.
• Rechargeable batteries should be recharged only by an adult.
• Do not power the controller by mixing different types of batteries, or old and
new batteries.
• Use only batteries of the same or equivalent type as those recommended.
• Install batteries following the correct polarity.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the controller.
• Do not short-circuit the supply terminals.
The Piloto is equipped with a rechargeable LiPo battery. Please pay
attention to the following cautions for safe use:
• Do not dispose of the battery into fire or heat.
• Do not use or leave the battery near a heat source, such as fire or a heater.
• Do not strike the battery or throw it against a hard surface.
• Do not immerse the battery into water. Keep the battery cool and dry.
• When recharging the battery, use only the charger designed for that purpose.
• Do not over-discharge the battery.
• Do not connect the battery to an electrical outlet.
• Do not directly solder the battery or pierce it with a nail or other sharp object.
• Do not transport or store the battery together with metal objects such as
necklaces, hairpins, etc.
• Do not disassemble or alter the battery.
• Charge the battery every six months.
• Turn off your equipment power switch after use.
• Recycle used batteries after covering the battery terminals with insulation
tape or inserting the battery into an individual polybag.
Note:
• Parental guidance is recommended when installing or replacing batteries.
• Static electricity may cause the toy to malfunction, requiring you to turn it off
and back on before flying again.
Specific Note to Adults:
• Regularly examine all parts of the toy for damage. If any is found, do not use
the toy again until the damage has been repaired.
• This toy is not intended for children under 3 years old.
• This toy must be used only with the recommended charger.
• Do not try to charge other batteries with the controller’s charger.
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Battery Requirements for Piloto:
Battery Requirement for Controller:
Power Supply: =====
Rating: DC 3.7V
Batteries: 1 x 3.7V LiPo Rechargeable
Battery Pack
Requires: 1 x 3.7V LiPo Rechargeable
Battery Pack (included)
Power Supply: ======
Rating: DC 9V
Batteries: 6 x 1.5V “AA”
Requires: 6 x 1.5V “AA” size
batteries (not included)
Safety Tips
• Read through the entire instruction manual before flying your Piloto.
• This product should be flown only indoors.
• Make sure that you and other people stay at least 3 feet (or 1 meter) away from the Piloto during
flight.
• Always keep your eye on the flying toy to prevent it from flying, landing, or crashing on or near your
head or body, or on other people.
• Never disassemble or attempt to modify the Piloto. You could damage the product and create the
potential for damage or injury.
• Never put your hands or face close to the spinning propeller. Doing so risks injury. Never operate the
Piloto while sitting on the floor or on a chair — always fly from a position that lets you get out of the
way quickly if necessary.
• Always switch off both the Piloto and the controller when you leave the controller unattended. If the
power switch is left on, unintended stick operation might occur (for example, if the controller falls
face-forward onto the floor).
• Never let young children use this product. Doing so risks accidents caused by the rotating parts.
• Never use parts that are damaged.
Operating Tips
• Always move the controller’s throttle stick to the down position after a crash.
• Do not place any other labels or stickers onto the Piloto. These could interfere with its
performance.
• Two Piloto models cannot be flown on the same radio band.
Problem: Propeller doesn’t turn.
Cause: • ON/OFF switch is OFF.
• Weak battery.
Solution: • Set switch to ON.
• Recharge the battery.
Safety Tips
Trouble Shooting
Problem: Piloto suddenly stops flying and drops.
Cause: Too little power.
Solution: Recharge the battery pack.
Problem: Loss of control.
Cause: • Another RF control device is interfering.
Solution: • Avoid flying around other radio-control devices.
• Choose another flying location.
Flying Your Piloto (continued)
CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this product not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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To Ascend:
Gain flying altitude by
moving the controller’s
throttle (left) stick upward.
To Turn Left:
Make left turns by moving
the controller’s rudder
(right) stick to the left.
2. HOW TO CONTROL FLIGHT:
To Descend:
Fly lower by moving the
controller’s throttle (left)
stick downward.
To Turn Right:
Make right turns by
moving the controller’s
rudder (right) stick to
the right.
3. HOW TO LAND:
• When you’re ready to land, just move the controller’s throttle (left) stick down
to its “off” position.As the Piloto glides to the ground, you can still make left
and right turns using the controller’s rudder (right) stick.
Contents
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Main Features
Piloto:
• Durable, pre-colored foam fuselage, wings and tail
• Carbon-fiber frame
• On/off switch and charging jack
• Built-in LiPo (lithium-polymer) rechargeable flight battery
• Realistic rudder control
• Climbs, descends, and turns like a real airplane
Controller:
• Two-channel digital control
• Charge status and power-on LEDs
• Easy Piloto battery recharging from the controller
Do not touch the spinning propeller or fly over another person’s head. Adult supervision is required.
Piloto Instruction ManualController

Piloto and Controller Parts
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Piloto
Biplane wing
Magnetic actuator
(for rudder control)
Pusher propeller
On/Off Switch
Charging jack
Controller
Power-on LED (green)
Charge status LED (red)
Throttle stick
Direction stick
Note: Before recharging the Piloto’s LiPo battery after flying, always wait 10-15 minutes for it to cool down.
1. Turn off both the Piloto and the controller.
2. Pull out the charge cord from the back of the controller.
(Pic 1).
3. Gently plug the charge cord into the Piloto (Pic. 2).
DO NOT FORCE. It only inserts one way. When inserted
properly, the charge cord should fit easily into the charging
port. Incorrectly inserting the charge cord will damage the
Piloto and may create a hazard.
4. Push the controller’s power switch to the ON position (Pic. 3).
5. The green Power-on LED and red Charge Status LED will
both glow (Pic. 4).
6. Charging is complete when the red Charge Status LED
goes out.
7. Push the controller’s power switch to the OFF position and
remove the charge cord from the Piloto.
Remove the screw
to release the
battery cover for
battery installation
and removal.
Throttle Down Position
Note: Before turning
on the controller, the
throttle stick must be
in the down position.
Battery cover
1. Remove the screw
from the battery
cover by turning it
counter-clockwise
using a Phillips-head
screwdriver.
2. Install 6 “AA” size
batteries in the battery
compartment following
the polarity shown
inside.
3. Replace and
tighten the screw
clockwise.
Pic 1
Controller Battery Installation
Piloto Charging Procedure
Flying Your Piloto
• An ideal flying site is an open, uncluttered room that measures approximately
20 ft (6 m) wide x 20 ft (6 m) long x 8 feet (2.5 m) high.
1. HOW TO LAUNCH:
Pic 4
Pic 3
The Piloto can fly for about 3-5 minutes after 10-15 minutes of charging.
Then, set the Piloto’s
ON/OFF switch to ON.
With the throttle (left) stick in
the down position, move the
controller’s power switch to
the ON position. The green
Power-on LED will light.
Keep fingers, hair,
clothing and all other
objects away from the
spinning propeller.
With the other hand, slowly move the
controller’s throttle (left) stick from the
down position to halfway up.
With one hand, grip the Piloto at the
bottom of the fuselage
Antenna (pull out
and extend before
flying — retract
when not in use for
safe storage)
Charge cord for Piloto
battery recharging.
On/off switch
Pic 2
Now gently toss the Piloto into the air, at a slight
upward angle. The Piloto performs best in still
conditions. If you detect any air movement, launch
into the direction air is moving from.