Blade 180CFX, Blade 180 CFX Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual
Bedienungsanleitung
Manuel d’utilisation
Manuale di Istruzioni

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• Always keep a safe distance in all directions around
your model to avoid collisions or injury. This model is
controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from
many sources outside your control. Interference can
cause momentary loss of control.

• Always operate your model in open spaces away from
full-size vehicles, traffi c and people.

• Always carefully follow the directions and warnings
for this and any optional support equipment (chargers,
rechargeable battery packs, etc.).

• Always keep all chemicals, small parts and anything
electrical out of the reach of children.

• Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not
specifi cally designed and protected for this purpose.
Moisture causes damage to electronics.

• Never place any portion of the model in your mouth as it
could cause serious injury or even death.

• Never operate your model with low transmitter batter­ies.

• Always keep aircraft in sight and under control.

• Always move the throttle fully down at rotor strike.

• Always use fully charged batteries.

• Always keep transmitter powered on while aircraft is
powered.

• Always remove batteries before disassembly.

• Always keep moving parts clean.

• Always keep parts dry.

• Always let parts cool after use before touching.

• Always remove batteries after use.

• Never operate aircraft with damaged wiring.

• Never touch moving parts.

Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.

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Hobby authorized dealer to ensure authentic high-quality Spektrum product. Horizon Hobby, LLC disclaims
all support and warranty with regards, but not limited to, compatibility and performance of counterfeit
products or products claiming compatibility with DSM or Spektrum.

WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before

operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product, personal property and
cause serious injury.

This is a sophisticated hobby product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic
mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage
to the product or other property. This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Do
not use with incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by Horizon
Hobby, LLC. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow
all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid
damage or serious injury.

The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when
operating this product:

NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND a little or no
possibility of injury.

CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a pos­sibility of serious injury.

WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage,
and serious injury OR create a high probability of superfi cial injury.

NOTICE

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Meaning of Special Language

Safety Precautions and Warnings

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Table of Contents

First Flight Preparation ..................................................... 4

Flying Checklist ...............................................................4

Charging Warnings...........................................................4

Battery Charging .............................................................. 4

Transmitter Setup ............................................................4

Installing the Flight Battery ..............................................6

Transmitter and Receiver Binding ..................................... 7

Throttle Hold .................................................................... 7

Control Tests .................................................................... 7

Blade 180 CFX Pre-Flight Checklist .................................. 9

Flying the Blade 180 CFX ................................................. 9

Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC) ................................................ 10

Gyro Gain Adjustment .................................................... 10

Post-Flight Inspections and Maintenance .......................10

Blade 180 CFX Troubleshooting Guide ........................... 11

Exploded View .............................................................. 12

Replacement Parts ......................................................... 13

Optional Parts ................................................................13

Limited Warranty ........................................................... 13

Warranty and Service Contact Information .....................15

FCC Information ............................................................. 15

IC Information ................................................................15

Compliance Information for the European Union ............. 15

Included Items Required Items

Components

Motor

Brushless Outrunner installed

ESC

Castle Creations 15A installed

Flybarless
Unit

Spektrum™ AR6335 6-Channel
AS3X® Nanolite Receiver

installed

Swash
Servos

Nanolite High-Speed installed

Tail Servo

DS76T Sub-Micro Digital Tail installed

Battery

450mAh 3S 11.1V 30C Li-Po
Battery

included

Components

Charger

Dynamite® Prophet™ Sport Li-Po 35W
AC Charger (DYNC2005)

Transmitter

Full Range DSM2®/DSMX® technology
transmitter (DX6i and up)

Length

13.4 in (340mm)

Height

5.1 in (130mm)

Main Rotor Diameter

14.2 in (360mm)

Tail Rotor Diameter

3.6 in (90.5mm)

Flying Weight

6.7 oz (190 g)

To register your product online, visit www.bladehelis.com

Specifi cations

Box Contents

• Blade® 180 CFX

• 450mAh 3S 11.1V 30C Li-Po Battery

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CAUTION: All instructions and warnings must be
followed exactly. Mishandling of Li-Po batteries can

result in a fi re, personal injury and/or property damage.

• 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 fi re.

• 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 (5–49° C). Do not store the
battery or model in a car or direct sunlight. If stored in a hot
car, the battery can be damaged or even catch fi re.

• Always charge batteries away from fl ammable materials.

• Always inspect the battery before charging.

• 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 a fi re 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 leave charging batteries unattended.

• Never charge batteries outside recommended levels.

• Never charge damaged batteries.

• Never attempt to dismantle or alter the charger.

• Never allow minors to charge battery packs.

• Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places
(recommended between 40–120° F (5–49° C)) or place in
direct sunlight.

Charging Warnings

Battery Charging

Choose a charger designed to balance charge 3S Li-Po
batteries. We recommend the Dynamite Prophet Sport Li-Po
35W AC Charger (DYNC2005). Refer to your charger manual
for charging instructions.

Transmitter Setup

Program your transmitter before attempting to bind or
fl y the helicopter. Transmitter programming values are

shown below for the Spektrum DX6i, DX7/DX7se, DX6, DX7s,

DX8, DX9 and DX18. The fi les for models using SpektrumTM
transmitters with AirWare™ software are also available for
download online in the Spektrum Community.

DX6i

SETUP LIST

Model Type

HELI

Reverse

THRO N
AILE N
ELEV N
RUDD N
GYRO N
PITC R

Swash Type

1 Servo 90

Timer

3:00

ADJUST LIST

Thro Curve

NORM 0% 25% 25% 25% 25%
STUNT 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
HOLD 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%

Pitc Curve

NORM 30% 40% 50% 75% 100%
STUNT 0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
HOLD 0% 25% 50% 75% 100%

Travel Adj

THRO Low: 125% Hi: 100%
AILE 100%
ELEV 100%
RUDD 100%
GYRO 100%
PITC 100%

Gyro

Rate SW-F. Mode
NORM 50%
STUNT 50%

First Flight Preparation

• Remove and inspect contents

• Begin charging the fl ight battery

• Install the fl ight battery in the helicopter
(once it has been fully charged)

• Program your computer transmitter

• Bind your transmitter

• Familiarize yourself with the controls

• Find a suitable area for fl ying

Flying Checklist

❏ Always turn the transmitter on fi rst

❏ Plug the fl ight battery into the lead from the ESC
❏ Allow the receiver and ESC to initialize and arm

properly

❏ Fly the model
❏ Land the model
❏ Unplug the fl ight battery from the ESC

❏ Always turn the transmitter off last

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DX7/DX7se

SYSTEM LIST
Model Type

HELI

Swatch Type

1 Servo 90

FUNCTION MODE

D/R & EXP

0-AILE 100% 0%
0-ELEV 100% 0%
0-RUDD 100% INH
1-AILE 85% 0%
1-ELEV 85% 0%
1-RUDD 85% INH

Thro Curve

NORM 0% 25% 25% 25% 25%
ST-1 75% 75% 75% 75% 75%
ST-2 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
HOLD 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%

Pitc Curve

NORM 30% INH 50% INH 100%
ST-1 0% INH 50% INH 100%
ST-2 0% INH 50% INH 100%
HOLD 0% INH 50% INH 100%

Travel Adj

THRO Low: 130% Hi: 100%
AILE 100%
ELEV 100%
RUDD 100%
GEAR 100%
PIT. 100%

Reversing SW

THRO N RUDD N
AILE N GEAR N
ELEV N PIT. N

Gyro SENS

AUTO F.MODE
STNT 50%
HOLD 50%

Timer

3:00

DX6/DX7s/DX8/DX9/DX18

SYSTEM SETUP

Model Type

HELI

Swash Type

1 Servo Normal

F-Mode Setup

Flight Mode: F Mode
Hold: Hold

Frame Rate

22ms
DSMX

FUNCTION LIST

D/R & Expo

0-AILE 100% 0%
0-ELEV 100% 0%
0-RUDD 100% 0%
1-AILE 85% 0%
1-ELEV 85% 0%
1-RUDD 85% 0%
2-AILE 85% 0%
2-ELEV 85% 0%
2-RUDD 85% 0%

Throttle Curve

NORM 0% 25% 25% 25% 25%
ST-1 75% 75% 75% 75% 75%
ST-2 (DX8, 9, 18) 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
HOLD 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%

Pitch Curve

NOR 30% 40% 50% 75% 100%
ST-1 0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
ST-2 (DX8/18 only) 0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
HOLD 0% 25% 50% 75% 100%

Reverse

THRO N
AILE N
ELEV N
RUDD N
GEAR N
PIT. N

Timer

MODE Countdown
TIME 3:00 Tone/Vibe
START Throttle Cut
POS 25

Gyro

SW F Mode
CH Gear
NORMAL/POS 0 75%
STUNT 1/POS 1 75%
STUNT 2/POS 2 75%
HOLD 75%

SERVO SETUP
Travel

THRO Low: 130% Hi: 100%
AILE 100%
ELEV 100%
RUDD 100%
GEAR 100%
PIT. 100%