Estes 4603 User Manual [en, es, fr]

Estes-Cox Corp.

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1295 H Street, PO Box 227

Penrose, CO 81240-0227

Made In Chenghai, Guangdong, China

Helicopter

INSTRUCTIONS

KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Copperhead

Helicopter

Contents

Controller

Spare Parts

(color may vary)

4603

66569

USB Charge Cord

Safety Precautions:
Warning: Do not modify or alter this unit. Changes or modifi cations 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 helicopter unless
controller has been turned on fi rst.

• Keep hands, hair and loose
clothing away from spinning
blades.

• Turn off controller and helicopter
when not in use.

• Parental guidance is
recommended while fl ying.

• Keep away from direct heat.

• Do not submerge into water.

Battery Requirements for Controller:

Requires: 4 x 1.5V “AA” size batteries (not included)

Power Source Requirements for USB Charge Cord:

Requires USB Output Jack (not included)

Care and Maintenance:

• Regularly examine all parts for damage. If any is found,
do not use again until the damage has been repaired.

Battery Cautions:

• Parental guidance is recommended when installing or
replacing batteries.

• For best performance, use new alkaline batteries in
controller.

• Do not power controller by mixing different types of
batteries, or old and new batteries.

• Use only batteries of the same or equivalent type as
those recommended.

• Do not try to charge other batteries with USB charge
cord.

• Replace batteries in controller with
new ones as soon as any function
becomes diminished.

• Follow operating instructions
exactly.

• This is not intended for children
under 8 years old.

• Do not fl y the helicopter if any of
the parts are damaged. Replace
any damaged or broken parts
before attempting to fl y.

The helicopter is equipped with a rechargeable 3.7V
LiPo battery. Please pay attention to the following
cautions for safe use:

• Do not dispose of battery into fi re or heat.

• Do not use or leave battery near a heat source, such
as fi re or a heater.

• Do not strike battery or throw it against a hard surface.

• Do not immerse battery into water. Keep battery cool
and dry.

• When recharging battery, use only the included USB
charge cord.

• Do not connect battery to an electrical outlet.

• Do not directly solder battery or pierce it with a nail or
other sharp object.

• Do not transport or store battery together with metal
objects such as necklaces, hairpins, etc.

• Do not disassemble or alter battery.

• Recycle used batteries.

• Replace batteries or recharge
helicopter if your range is not
suffi cient for controlled fl ight.

• Do not drop the helicopter by
suddenly reducing the throttle
setting. This could lead to severe
damage to the helicopter.

• Do not touch the motors in the
helicopter after fl ying. The motors
may be hot to the touch.

FCC REQUIREMENT

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.
(2) This device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

NOTE: THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV
INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED
MODIFICATIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT. SUCH
MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER’S
AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.

CAUTION: Changes or modifi cations to this product
not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance may void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.

“This product is in compliance
with the essential requirements
and other relevant provisions of
Directive 1999/5/EC.”

Do not touch the spinning
blades or fl y over another
person’s head. Adult
supervision is required.

90-DAY LIMITED WARRANTY

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR PRODUCT TO THE STORE – Estes will repair or replace factory defects for 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty
specifi cally does not cover crash damage, misuse or abuse. To make a warranty claim, please contact our product support team at 1-217-398-8970 or e-mail
us at [e-mail]

If requested by Product Support, please send defective product to: Hobby Services, 3002 N Apollo Dr., Suite #1, Champaign, IL 61822
This warranty applies only if the product is operated in compliance with the instructions and warnings provided with each model. Estes assumes no liability except for

the exclusive remedy or repair of parts as specifi ed above. Estes shall not be liable for consequential or incidental damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion of
consequential or incidental damages so the above exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.

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Helicopter

Controller

Counter-rotating
rotor blades

Antenna

Landing Gear

Helicopter and Controller Parts

Flybar

Tail Rotor

1. Install antenna by turning it

1. Install antenna

clockwise until it is fi nger tight. (Fig. 1)

clockwise until it

Charging Jack

Controller Battery Installation

Battery
cover

Indicator Light

Ascension/Descend
Control Stick

On / Off

Advanced Flight Button

Forward/Backward
Left/ Right

Flight Trim Dial

Helicopter Charging Procedure

IMPORTANT!! ALWAYS charge the helicopter LiPo battery in a location that is fi reproof.
NEVER leave the battery unattended while being charged! If the battery feels warm during

charge, remove the battery at once and disconnect the USB charge cord from the power source.

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

• Disconnect the charge plug from the
computer and helicopter immediately
if the battery begins to swell or smoke!

• Always disconnect USB charge cord
from input power when not in use.

• Do not attempt to charge the helicopter
battery if it is hot or swollen.

• Keep out of reach of children.

NEVER leave helicopter unattended during the charging process!

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While charging,
switch to “OFF”
position.

4 x 1.5V “AA” batteriesFig. 1 Fig. 2

2. Open the battery cover and insert (4)
new “AA” batteries following the polarity
indicator. (Fig. 2)

(Batteries sold separately)

NOTE: The charging time is 2+ hours. However, charge
time could be less depending on the state of the
battery before charging.

CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Always turn off both the controller and helicopter.

2. Place the helicopter on a fi re-resistant surface before
charging.

3. Plug the USB connector into a computer USB port.
The USB end of the cord will begin to glow.

4. Insert the charge plug into the charging jack on the
right side of the fuselage. While charging, the USB
plug light will go out.

6. Charging is complete when the USB plug glows.

7. When charging is complete, remove the charge plug
from the charge jack on the helicopter.

8. Remove the USB plug from computer.

9. Flight time is approximately 6 - 7 minutes per charge.

Flying Your Helicopter

GET READY TO FLY

1. Fly only in a large open space without any obstructions.

2. Extend the antenna.

3. Turn on your controller, then turn on the helicopter.

4. To arm the helicopter, push the throttle control stick all the way forward, wait a
moment, then pull the throttle stick all the way back.

5. Make sure that the controller LED is shining steadily and that the helicopter lights
are blinking.

6. Place your helicopter on a fl at surface approximately 10 feet away.

7. You are now ready to lift off and command your helicopter for fl ight.

CONTROL INPUTS

LIFTOFF

To lift off, push the throttle stick forward to get the rotors moving.
Advance the throttle stick until the helicopter becomes airborne.

LANDING

To land your helicopter, slowly pull back on the throttle stick while
maintaining a constant heading (tail toward you) until the helicopter
touches down. After touchdown, pull the throttle stick all the way back.

Throttle Stick

(Left Stick)

Flight Trim Dial

HOVERING
After obtaining a steady “hover”, you can adjust the direction of the
helicopter with the FLIGHT TRIM DIAL. Turn the dial right or left or until the
helicopter quits rotating in either direction while hovering or during fl ight.

FORWARD FLIGHT
Push FORWARD gently on the right control stick. To stop your forward fl ight,
pull back gently.

STEERING – RIGHT OR LEFT
To rotate RIGHT, apply gentle RIGHT hand pressure to the right
control stick. To rotate LEFT, apply gentle LEFT hand pressure to
the right control stick.

BACKWARD FLIGHT
To fl y BACKWARD from a steady hover, apply gentle BACKWARD
pressure to the right control stick. To stop your backward fl ight,
apply gentle forward pressure.

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Helicopter Flight Modes

Your Copperhead helicopter has two fl ight modes: a basic mode for learning and another for more advanced fl ying. After
you have mastered basic fl ight commands and can comfortably fl y your helicopter in all directions and altitudes, you can
select the “ADVANCED FLIGHT MODE” by pushing the button on the lower right hand of the controller. The helicopter’s
tail rotor will become more responsive to your FORWARD and BACKWARD commands. To return to the basic mode,
simply push the “ADVANCED FLIGHT MODE” button again.

Troubleshooting

Safety Tips

PROBLEM

Controller doesn’t work.

Helicopter does not respond.

Canopy

CHECK

1. Controller’s power switch is “OFF”.

2. Controller’s batteries installed improperly.

3. Controller’s batteries depleted.

1. Controller not turned on.

2. Helicopter not turned on.

3. Antenna not extended fully.

4. Helicopter requires charging.

5. Helicopter is not armed.

Battery Case

Motor Frame

Spare Parts

Safety Tips

Landing Gear

PROBLEM

Helicopter does not lift off.

Helicopter lands too fast.

Metal Frame Set

CHECK

1. Make sure the controller is turned “ON”.

2. Make sure the helicopter is charged.

3. You are trying to fl y in strong or gusty winds.

1. Throttle stick pulled down too quickly.

2. Helicopter isn’t fully charged.

Main Blades

Controller

Tail Rotor Blade

Tail Support

Tail Motor Set PC Box Motor ALiPo Battery Motor B Tail Motor Set

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Tail Fins

Connector Link

Gear A

Flybar

Inner Rotor Shaft

Blade Grip Set

Large Ball Bearing

Gear B

Small Ball Bearing

USB Charge Cord