Brookstone Flightforce User Manual

FLIGHTFORCE

EXPEDITION DR ONE

™

for ages

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warnings and Cautions .................................. 1

FCC Information ........................................ 7

Location of Parts and Controls .......................... 9

Operation .............................................. 11

Replacing The Propeller Blades ......................... 22

Troubleshooting ........................................ 23

Care and Maintenance ................................. 25

Expedition Drone Speciﬁcations ........................ 25

Warranty .............................................. 26

CAUTION

• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER.

THERE ARE NO SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

The lightning flash with arrow-head symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the unit’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the unit.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

All of the safety and operati adhered to and followed before the unit is operated.

ng instructions should be read,

DRONE WARNINGS:

1. The Drone is designed for INDOOR or OUTDOOR flight.

2. The Drone’s blades revolve at high speeds and can cause

damage to the user, spectators and animals. Stand away from the Drone to reduce the risk of getting into the flight path and always maintain visual contact with the Drone while flying.

3. Warn spectators that you will be flying your Drone so that they

are aware of its position.

4. Before flight, inspect the rotor blades to make certain that the

blades are securely fastened to the Drone.

5. Before flying check your local laws and regulations pertaining

to drone usage.

6. It is recommended to operate the Drone in a wide-open

space. The ideal space should have a 200-foot radius.

7. Parental guidance or adult supervision is suggested at all

times.

8. If you are flying the Drone with others, make sure all

spectators are behind you.

9. For best performance, it is recommended that you operate the

Drone in zero wind conditions, as wind can greatly affect the performance of the aircraft.

10. Record responsibly. Respect the privacy of individuals when

recording video or taking photos with the Drone.

11. Obtain permission from individuals before circulating videos or

photos taken with the Drone.

CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO FLY THE DRONE IF THERE IS RAIN, SNOW, HEAVY WINDS, THUNDER OR LIGHTNING OUTDOORS. IT COULD DAMAGE YOUR PRODUCT AND MAY CAUSE BODILY HARM.

DO NOT FLY THE DRONE IN FOUL WEATHER!

WARNING

WARNING!

• Choking/Cutting Hazard. Small Parts/Sharp Rotor Blades.

• Keep hands, hair and loose clothing away from the propeller when the power switch is turned to the ON position.

• Not suitable for children under 14 years old. Parental supervision recommended when flying the Drone.

BATTERY WARNINGS

RECHARGEABLE BATTERY (DRONE): This device contains a removable Lithium-Polymer battery. The

included charger is built specifically for the Expedition Drone Li-Poly battery. Do not use it to charge any other battery. The battery must be recycled or disposed of properly. Contact your local waste management office for information on battery recycling or disposal.

DANGER

To reduce the risk of electric shock, burns, fire or injury:

1. Do not use while bathing or in a shower.

2. Do not place or store unit where it can fall or be pulled into a

tub or sink.

3. Do not place in, drop or submerge in water or other liquid.

4. Do not reach for a unit that has fallen into water. Unplug it

immediately.

5. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are

not spilled onto the unit.

WARNING

1. Close supervision is necessary when this appliance/product is

used by or near children or mentally disabled individuals.

2. Use this unit only for its intended use as described in this

manual.

3. Unplug this unit during lightning storms or when unused for

long periods of time.

4. Never drop or insert an object into any opening.

5. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched,

particularly at plug outlets, convenience receptacles and the point where it exits the unit.

6. Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Wrap cord loosely

around the unit when storing.

7. The unit should be situated away from direct sunlight or heat

sources such as radiators, electric heaters, heat registers, stoves, or other units (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Avoid placing on top of stereo equipment that radiates heat.

8. Never block the air openings of the unit with materials such

as clothing, plastic bags or papers, or place it on a soft surface such as a bed or couch, where the air openings may be blocked.

9. Do not overload the electrical outlet. Use only the power

source as indicated.

10. Do not carry this unit by its cord or use the cord as a handle.

11. Never operate this unit if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is

not working properly, or if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. If the unit’s power supply cord or plug is damaged, do not attempt to fix it yourself.

12. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble or

attempt to repair the unit. Incorrect repair can cause risk of electric shock or injury to persons when the unit is used.

13. Do not operate in the presence of explosive and/or flammable

fumes.

14. Never remove the plug from the outlet by pulling the power

cord.

FCC INFORMATION

Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B Digital Device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.

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