VENOM Mantis User manual

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Thank you for purchasing the Venom™ Mantis Electric Helicopter.
This easy to fly electric R/C Helicopter was developed with beginning
R/C Hobbyists in mind. Beginning pilots will love the larger scale
appearance of the Venom Mantis. With it’s innovative safety features
like soft rubber leading edge main blades and covered tail rotor gear,
we hope you have as much fun with your Venom™ Mantis as we did
creating it. Not only did you purchase an extremely fun R/C helicopter
but you have also joined the Venom Team and it’s world class product
line and customer service.
Venom™ Mantis
2 Ch Radio
Antenna
Wall Charger
INCLUDED ITEMS
Throttle
Stick
Control
Stick
ON/OFF
Switch

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WARNINGS AND INFORMATION
1) Install transmitter batteries with correct polarity (+ to +). Reversing battery
polarity may cause shorts or battery failure.
2) DO NOT expose batteries to heat or open flame.
3) Dispose of old batteries properly.
4) DO NOT mix old and new batteries or rechargeable and non rechargeable
batteries.
5) DO NOT recharge alkaline or non rechargeable batteries.
6) Remove batteries if the Mantis is not going to be used for long periods of
time.
7) DO NOT over charge rechargeable batteries.
CAUTION: Batteries will get warm during charging. If batteries get extremely
hot during charging, discontinue charging immediately and disconnect battery
from charger. Never leave battery unattended while charging. If you are unsure
of how to charge this battery, please contact Venom™ or seek the advice of your
local hobby shop. Never let children charge batteries without adult supervision.
Charging and discharging batteries has the potential for serious injury to
persons and damage to property. In purchasing this product, the user agrees to
accept responsibility for all such risks, and will not hold Venom, it’s affiliates,
manufacturers, distributors, or retail partners responsible for any accident,
injury to persons, or damage to property resulting from the use of this product.
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
Cancer, Birth Defects and other Reproductive Harm. Be responsible, dispose of
properly.
BATTERY CARE
1) Rotating and moving parts such as the rotor blades can cause severe injury.
Keep hands, fingers, body parts and clothing away from moving parts.
2) If the battery in the helicopter is damaged in a crash, remove it from the
helicopter. Keep battery away from your eyes at all times.
3) Only use the charger that came with your Venom™ Mantis. Do not use other
chargers as they my damage the battery.
4) Do not fly the helicopter if the main rotor or tail rotor blades are cracked or
damaged. Replace them immediately before flying.
WARNING
1) Read this instruction manual thoroughly before using the Venom™ Mantis.
2) Never disassemble or modify the Venom™ Mantis.
3) DO NOT allow children under the age of 14 to use the Venom™ Mantis.
4) Always turn the transmitter on first and off last to avoid an out of control
model.
IMPORTANT NOTES

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CHARGING BATTERIES
To charge the Mantis, make sure the power switch on the
helicopter is in the “OFF” position. Plug the charger cable into
the charge port on the back of the helicopter located above the
“ON/OFF” switch. Plug the charger into a wall outlet and the
charge cycle will begin automatically. The red light on the wall
charger will illuminate when the charging cycle begins. When
the Red light goes off, the charge cycle is complete and the
Mantis is ready to fly.
RADIO PREPARATION
While the Helicopter is charging,
screw the antenna clockwise into
the top of the transmitter until it
is secure. Do not overtighten the
antenna to avoid stripping the
threads. Remove the battery cover
and install 8 new AA batteries.
Note: 8 AA batteries are not
included with the Venom Mantis.

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PROPER FLYING AREAS
When your Mantis is charged and ready to fly, you need to find
a proper flying area. What you need now is a spacious room or
an open outdoor area without any obstacles. Make sure that the
air is calm. Drafts caused by open windows or doors should
be avoided. We recommend a flat, smooth surface on which
the Venom™Mantis can slide, soft carpet and grass is not a
good choice for flying off of because it could hook the skid of
the helicopter and cause damage. Carpet and grass are good
surfaces to fly over because they can provide a softer landing
in the event of a crash. Your flying area should be large and
free of obstacles such as furniture, trees, power lines, people
and animals. Make sure the area you are flying in meets these
requirements. Do not fly your Venom™ Mantis in bad weather,
high winds or near trees and water.
PREFLIGHT PREPARATION
Now you’re ready to fly! Follow these steps for final preflight
preparation and you’ll be flying in no time!
1) Fully extend the transmitter
antenna.
2) Turn on the controller and
make sure the Red light
illuminates brightly.
NOTE: Always turn the
transmitter “ON” rst
and “OFF” last to avoid
an out of control model.

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PREFLIGHT PREPARATION CONT.
3) Turn on the Venom™ Mantis by moving the switch to the
“ON” position.
4) Make sure your area is clear of people and obstacles and
move to the next section to get your Mantis Airborne!
NOTE: Always turn the transmitter “ON” rst and “OFF”
last to avoid an out of control model.
FLYING THE MANTIS
Increase the Throttle stick to increase the speed of the main
rotor. The faster the rotor spins the more lift it generates making
the helicopter increase altitude.

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FLYING THE MANTIS CONT.
Decrease the Throttle stick to decrease the speed of the main
rotor. The slower the rotor spins the less lift it generates making
the helicopter lose altitude.
Push the Control stick to the left to rotate the helicopter left or
“counter clockwise”.
Push the Control stick to the right to rotate the helicopter right or
“clockwise”.

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TRIMMING THE MANTIS
The Venom™ Mantis is very stable in flight but slight deviations
in tail movement will be unavoidable. If the helicopter rotates
dramatically by itself without any Control stick input, you may
need to adjust the potentiometer on the Main Control Unit. Don’t
worry, it just sounds difficult.
If the helicopter rotates to the left,
use a small screwdriver to adjust the
potentiometer screw clockwise in
small increments until the rotation
stops.
Potentiometer
If the helicopter rotates to the right,
use a small screwdriver to adjust
the potentiometer screw counter-
clockwise in small increments until the
rotation stops.
Potentiometer

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TROUBLE SHOOTING
Description Possible Problem Solution
Transmitter
Doesn’t Work.
1) Power Switch is off.
2) Batteries are not installed
or incorrectly installed.
3) Batteries are old or dead.
1) Turn Power Switch on.
2) Make sure batteries are
installed correctly.
3) Replace Batteries.
Out of Control
Helicopter.
1) The transmitter is off.
2) Transmitter antenna is
loose or not fully
extended.
3) Flying in wind that is too
strong.
1) Turn Power Switch on.
2) Tighten or fully extend
antenna.
3) Do not fly in strong
wind.
Helicopter will
not fly.
1) Rotor blades are not
spinning fast enough.
2) Battery is not fully
charged.
1) Apply more throttle.
2) Fully charge battery
before flying.
1) Always remove the batteries from the transmitter when it is not being used for
long periods of time.
2) Keep the model away from direct heat.
3) Do not submerge the model into water as it can damage the electronics.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
NOTES

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PARTS LIST
VENF-7580
Canopy
VENF-7581
Main Frame
VENF-7582
Tail Assembly
VENF-7583
Battery Case & Cover
VENF-7584
Landing Gear
VENF-7585
Main Blades (1 Set)
VENF-7586
Tail Blade
VENF-7587
Stabilizer Pole
VENF-7588
Tail Fins
VENF-7589
Canopy Mount
VENF-7590
Blade Grips 2Pcs
VENF-7591
Main Gear & Hub

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PARTS LIST
VENF-7592
Stabilizer Link
VENF-7593
Tail Motor Cover
VENF-7594
Main Shaft
VENF-7595
Main Control Unit
VENF-7596
Main Motor w/
Connector
VENF-7597
Tail Motor
VENF-7598
Battery Pack
VENF-7599
Battery Charge
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS
Venom Makes it really easy if you need to order replacement parts for your
Venom™ Mantis. You can call our toll free 800 number Monday through Friday,
9:00am to 4:00pm Pacific Standard Time. You can also e-mail our helpful
customer service department at [email protected]. For the
fastest parts replacement, visit our online store at www.venom-group.com for
convenient 24hr online ordering 7 days a week.
Customer Service [email protected]
800.705.0620 www.venom-group.com