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Apprentice STS
4
CAUTION: All instructions and warnings must be followed exactly.
Mishandling of Li-Po batteries can result in a fire, personal injury, and/or
property damage.
• NEVER LEAVE CHARGING BATTERIES UNATTENDED.
• NEVER CHARGE BATTERIES OVERNIGHT.
• By handling, charging or using the included Li-Po battery, you
assume all risks associated with lithium batteries.
• If at any time the battery begins to balloon or swell, discontinue use
immediately. If charging or discharging, discontinue and disconnect.
Continuing to use, charge or discharge a battery that is ballooning or
swelling can result in fire.
• Always store the battery at room temperature in a dry area for best results.
• Always transport or temporarily store the battery in a temperature range of
40–120º F (5–49º C). Do not store battery or aircraft in a car or direct sunlight.
If stored in a hot car, the battery can be damaged or even catch fire.
• Always charge batteries away from flammable materials.
• Always inspect the battery before charging and
never charge dead or damaged batteries.
• Always disconnect the battery after charging, and
let the charger cool between charges.
• Always constantly monitor the temperature of the battery pack while charging.
• ONLY USE A CHARGER SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED TO CHARGE LI-PO
BATTERIES. Failure to charge the battery with a compatible charger
may cause fire resulting in personal injury and/or property damage.
• Never discharge Li-Po cells to below 3V under load.
• Never cover warning labels with hook and loop strips.
• Never charge batteries outside recommended levels.
• Never attempt to dismantle or alter the charger.
• Never allow minors under the age of 14 to charge battery packs.
• Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places (recommended
between 40–120° F or 5–49° C) or place in direct sunlight.
Charger Warnings
From the box to the air (No LAS or GPS Module)
1. Remove and inspect contents.
2. Read this instruction manual thoroughly.
3. Charge the flight battery.
4. Fully assemble the aircraft
5. Make sure all linkages move freely.
6. Install a fully charged flight battery in the aircraft.
7. Check the Center of Gravity (CG).
8. Set up your transmitter (BNF only)
9. Bind the aircraft to your transmitter (BNF only)
10.Place the aircraft into Experienced Mode (Mode switch position 2) for
the Control Direction Test. Place the aircraft on the ground facing away
from you.
11.Perform the control direction test with the transmitter
12.Adjust the flight controls and transmitter as needed.
13.Place the aircraft into Beginner Mode (Mode switch position 0) for the
SAFE Control Direction Test and takeoff.
14.Perform SAFE Control Direction Test
15.Find a safe open area to fly.
16.Perform a radio system range test.
17.Plan flight for flying field conditions.
18.Set flight time for 10 minutes.
Optional Upgrades (not included)
Landing Assist Sensor (LAS) GPS Module
When added, the LAS module will work hand-in-hand with the AutoLand feature
for a picture perfect landing every time. When the aircraft is on approach and
approximately 1m from the ground, the LAS module will level out the aircraft, adjust
throttle if needed, and then flare the aircraft just before touchdown.
When added, advanced SAFE+ features can keep the aircraft within a given distance
to the pilot (Virtual Fence), can return the model to home at the press of a button
(Holding Pattern), can return home automatically if the controller signal is lost
(Failsafe), and can land itself when commanded (AutoLand).
