Heli-Max HMXE0810 User Manual

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Heli-Max AXE™ CP 2.4 GHz

Speciﬁcations

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Length: 22.0 in [559mm] Width: 4.3 in [109mm] Height: 8.5 in [216mm]

Rotor Span: 21.5 in [546mm] Weight: 16.8 oz [476 g]

(with supplied ﬂight battery)

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

● Only use the included charger with the included battery or replacement

part (GPMP0413).

● Do not attempt to use this charger with NiCd or NiMH battery packs.

● Never charge in excess of 4.20V per cell.

● If the battery should become damaged, discard the battery. Do not

attempt to use a damaged battery.

● Do not leave the charger unattended while charging. Disconnect the

battery and remove input power from the charger immediately if either becomes hot! However, it is normal for the charger to get warm.

● Disconnect the battery from the charger and carefully move the battery

to a ﬁ reproof location if the battery begins to swell or smoke!

● Never charge at currents greater than 1C.

● Always charge in a ﬁ reproof location.

● Never trickle charge.

● Never allow the battery temperature to exceed 150° F [65° C].

● Never disassemble or modify pack wiring in any way or puncture cells.

● Never discharge below 2.75V per cell.

● Do not allow water, moisture or foreign objects into the charger.

● Do not block the air intake holes, which could cause the charger to

overheat.

● Do not place the charger or any battery on a ﬂ ammable surface or near

a combustible material while in use.

● Do not charge on a carpet, cluttered workbench, paper, plastic, vinyl,

leather, wood, or inside an R/C model.

● Never charge inside a full-sized vehicle.

● Always disconnect the battery from the charger and the power supply

from the charger when not in use.

● Do not attempt to charge a battery if it is swollen or hot.

● ALWAYS KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

WARRANTY

Heli-Max® guarantees this kit to be free from defects in both material and

workmanship at the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover any

component parts damaged by use or modiﬁ cation. In no case shall Heli-Max’ s liability exceed the original cost of the purchased kit. Further, Heli-Max

reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice.

In that Heli-Max has no control over the ﬁ nal assembly or material used for ﬁ nal assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any damage resulting from the use by the user of the ﬁ nal user-assembled product. By the act of using the user-assembled product, the user accepts all resulting liability.

If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this product, the buyer is advised to return this kit immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase.

To make a warranty claim, send the defective part or item to Hobby Services at this address.

Hobby Services

3002 N. Apollo Dr., Suite 1 Champaign, IL 61822 USA

Include a letter stating your name, return shipping address, as much contact information as possible (daytime telephone number, fax number, e-mail address), a detailed description of the problem and a photocopy of the purchase receipt. Upon receipt of the package the problem will be evaluated as quickly as possible.

READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE STARTING CONSTRUCTION. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF THIS MODEL.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

KIT INSPECTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

KIT CONTENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

BATTERY AND CHARGER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

PREFLIGHT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

FLYING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

ORDERING PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

EXPLODED VIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

PARTS IMAGES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Heli-Max AXE™ CP 2.4GHz RTF Helicopter. We are certain you will get many hours of enjoyment out of this model. If you should have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact us at:

helihotline@hobbico.com.

For the latest technical updates or manual corrections for the AXE CP 2.4GHz RTF visit the Heli-Max web site at :

www.helimax-rc.com.

Open the “Helicopters” link, and then select the AXE CP 2.4GHz RTF. If there is new technical information or changes to this model a “tech notice” box will appear in the upper left corner of the page.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Failure to follow these safety precautions may result in severe injury to yourself and others.

1. Keep your face and body as well as all spectators away from the plane of rotation of the rotors whenever the battery is connected.

2. Keep these items away from the rotors: loose clothing, shirt sleeves, ties, scarfs, long hair or loose objects such as pencils or screwdrivers that may fall out of shirt or jacket pockets into the rotors.

3. The spinning blades of a model helicopter can cause serious injury. When choosing a ﬂ ying site for your AXE CP 2.4GHz RTF, stay clear of buildings, trees and power lines. AVOID ﬂ ying in or near crowded areas. DO NOT ﬂ y close to people, children or pets. Maintain a safe pilot-to-helicopter distance while ﬂ ying.

4. Your AXE CP 2.4GHz RTF should not be considered a toy, but rather a sophisticated, working model that functions very much like a full-size helicopter. Because of its performance capabilities, the AXE CP 2.4GHz RTF, if not assembled and operated correctly, could possibly cause injury to yourself or spectators and damage to property.

5. You must assemble the model according to the instructions. Do not alter or modify the model, as doing so may result in an unsafe or unﬂ yable model. In a few cases the instructions may differ slightly from the photos. In those instances the written instructions should be considered as correct.

6. You must correctly install all R/C and other components so that the model operates correctly on the ground and in the air.

7. You must check the operation of the model before every ﬂ ight to insure that all equipment is operating and that the model has remained structurally sound. Be sure to check linkages or other connectors often and replace them if they show any signs of wear or fatigue.

8. If you are not an experienced pilot or have not ﬂ own this type of model before, we recommend that you get the assistance of an experienced pilot in your R/C club for your ﬁ rst ﬂ ights. If you’re not a member of a club, your local hobby shop has information about clubs in your area whose membership includes experienced pilots.

We, as the manufacturer, provide you with a top quality, thoroughly tested helicopter and instructions, but ultimately the quality and ﬂ yability of your ﬁ nished model depends on how you build it; therefore, we cannot in any way guarantee the performance of your completed model, and no representations are expressed or implied as to the performance or safety of your completed model.

Remember: Take your time and follow the instructions to build a safe and enjoyable model.

ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED

❏ Four “AA” Alkaline Batteries for the Transmitter (FUGP7300)

KIT INSPECTION

Before starting assembly, take an inventory of the AXE CP 2.4GHz RTF to make sure it is complete, and inspect the parts to make sure they are of acceptable quality. If any parts are missing or are not of acceptable quality, or if you need assistance with assembly, contact Product Support. When reporting defective or missing parts, use the part names exactly as they are written in the Kit Contents list.

Heli-Max Product Support Phone: (217) 398-8970, ext. 5

3002 N. Apollo Drive, Suite 1 Fax: (217) 398-7721 Champaign, IL 61822

E-mail: helihotline@hobbico.com

KIT CONTENTS

1. Helicopter

2. Main Rotor Blades

3. Body

4. LiPo Battery

5. Charger

6. Transmitter

BATTERY & CHARGER

HMXP1004 3S LiPo CHARGER SPECIFICATIONS

Input voltage: 12V DC Battery types, # cells: 3 lithium-polymer cells connected

in Series (11.1V LiPo)

Charge termination: Voltage detection Minimum battery capacity: 800mAh Status indicator: two LEDs Input connectors: polarized DC power jack for DC input Output connectors: one balance plug Case size: 1.8 x 1 x 2.6 in [45 x 25 x 66mm] Weight: 1.3 oz [41g]

GPMP0413 BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS

Capacity: 1050mAh Number of Cells in Series: 3 Rated Voltage: 11.1V Max. Charge Voltage: 12.6V Min. Discharge Voltage: 8.25V

Ma ximum Recommended Charge Current: 1050mA

Co nt. Discharge Current: 14.25A (15C) Pack Dimensions: 2.2 x 1.26 x 1.1 in

[56 x 32 x 28 mm]

Weight: 3.42 oz [97g]

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALL BATTERIES IN THE TRANSMITTER

❏ 1. Remove the battery cover from the back of the transmitter and install four “AA” batteries. Check the polarity of each battery before replacing the battery cover.

❏ 2. Turn on the transmitter using the power switch as shown above. Check the LED on the front of the transmitter. Only the Green LED should be on. If the LED is ﬂ ashing, then the batteries need replacing.

CHARGING THE FLIGHT BATTERY

IMPORTANT!! Always remove the LiPo battery pack from the helicopter and charge the battery in a location that is ﬁ reproof. Never leave the battery unattended while being charged! If the battery becomes hot, starts to smoke or begins to swell, immediately disconnect the battery from the charger and carefully move the battery to a ﬁ reproof location!

❏ 1. Connect the input power plug from the AC Wall adapter to the charger. The power light should now be bright red and the charger indicator light should be off.

❏ 2. Always use the charge and balance connector on the battery when charging.

Do not use the discharge connector to charge the battery!

❏ 3. Connect the battery to the balance connector on the charger. The charge indicator light will turn to red, indicating that the battery is being charged. If the charger indicator light turns to green immediately, then the battery is already fully charged.

❏ 4. When the battery is fully charged, the charge indicator light will turn GREEN. Remove the battery from the charger at this time and disconnect the charger from its power source.

❏ 5. Charging time depends on the amount of charge remaining in the battery. The charge process may take as long as 2 hours and 30 minutes with a fully discharged battery.

INST ALL THE BA TTERY

❏ 1. Remove the canopy by sliding the canopy grommets off of the carbon rods.

❏ 2. Slide the battery into the front of the battery tray as shown. Use three rubber bands to hold the battery into the tray.

INSTALL MAIN ROTOR BLADES

❏ Please make note of the 2mm nut used on the bottom of each blade grip. When removing the blade bolt, press upward on the nut to ensure it remains in the grip. Remove the blade grip bolts using the 1.5mm hex wrench.

BLADE TENSION TEST

Slide a blade into the blade grip and re-install the 2 x 12mm socket head cap screw. Repeat for the other blade.

❏ To test the blade tension, hold the helicopter up sideways. The blades should support themselves until the helicopter is shaken slightly; then they will fall as shown in the picture above. The blades should be fairly loose but it is critical that both blades are the same tension.

ASSEMBLE TRAINING GEAR

❏ 1. Snap the four plastic ﬁ ttings onto the landing gear as shown. Slide the carbon rods through the underside of the ﬁ ttings.

❏ 2. Cut the supplied silicone tubing into eight 1/8” [3mm] pieces. Please keep in mind that carbon rods are dangerous to handle and splinter easily. Using pliers, carefully slide the silicone tubing onto the carbon rod approximately 4” [102mm].

Now install a foam ball followed by a washer. Using pliers, install the last piece of fuel tubing. Repeat this step for the other three balls.

GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY

ELECTRIC MOTOR WARNING

Electric-powered models are very dangerous. Please remove the pinion gear or unplug the motor while working on the model. If your helicopter uses an electric tail motor, make sure it is unplugged as well.

TURNING THE MODEL ON

Always turn the Transmitter on ﬁ rst and ensure the idle up switch is off. With the AXE CP 2.4GHz RTF sitting still, plug the battery into the ESC. The AXE CP 2.4GHz RTF must sit still for 10 seconds so the gyro can initialize and determine center. If the AXE CP 2.4GHz RTF is moved during this initialization, then the gyro will not operate properly.

Always step 15 feet away from the AXE CP 2.4GHz RTF before ﬂ ipping any switches or operating the throttle. Do not hold onto the model and run it up. Safety ﬁ rst.

RANGE CHECK

Ground check the operational range of your radio before the ﬁ rst ﬂ ight of the day. For safety reasons, unplug the main motor so power cannot be applied to the main rotor blades. With the transmitter antenna collapsed and the receiver and transmitter on, you should be able to walk at least 50 feet away from the model and still have control. Have an assistant stand by your model and while you work the controls, tell you what the servos are doing. If the controls do not respond correctly, do not ﬂ y! Find and correct the problem ﬁ rst. Look for loose servo connections or broken wires, corroded wires on old servo connectors, poor solder joints in your battery pack or a defective cell or a damaged receiver crystal from a previous crash.

BALANCE THE MAIN BLADES

The AXE CP 2.4GHz RTF main rotor blades are already balanced and ready to ﬂ y.

PREFLIGHT

IDENTIFY Y OUR MODEL

No matter if you ﬂ y at an AMA sanctioned R/C club site or if you ﬂ y somewhere on your own, you should always have your name, address, telephone number and AMA number on or inside your model. It is required at all AMA R/C club ﬂ ying sites and AMA sanctioned ﬂ ying events. Fill out the identiﬁ cation tag on the inside back cover and place it on or inside your model.

CONTROLS

Always turn the transmitter on ﬁ rst and verify the idle up switch is set to normal. With the AXE CP 2.4GHz RTF sitting still, plug the battery into the ESC. The AXE CP 2.4GHz RTF will need to sit still for 10 seconds so the gyro can initialize and can determine center. If the AXE CP 2.4GHz RTF is moved during this initialization, then the gyro will not operate properly. Re-install the body and your AXE CP 2.4GHz RTF is ready for ﬂ ying.

There is a safety built into the AXE CP 2.4GHz RTF that prevents the motor from activating unless the collective stick has been lowered to its lowest position. If the motor won’t run and turn the main blades, please make sure the collective stick is all the way down and leave it there for two seconds.

TRANSMITTER CONTROLS

All controls are described with the tail pointing directly toward you. This is the best way to start out since it keeps the control inputs oriented in the same direction. Once you become comfortable you can work on side-in and nose-in hovering.

Idle Up Switch: Used

for forward flight and aerobatics. This switch raises the main rotor RPM and also changes the lowest position on the throttle stick to around 40% throttle. This allows the AXE CP 2.4GHz RTF to perform aerobatics and inverted flight. This can be a dangerous switch since it raises the throttle.

Be extremely careful not to hit this switch accidentally or the motor will instantly come on to at least 40% power.

Helicopter Moves Right

Helicopter Moves Left

Moving the cyclic stick

right will cause the

helicopter to tilt right

and start moving that

direction.

Moving the cyclic stick

left will cause the

helicopter to tilt left and

start moving that

direction.

Helicopter Moves Backwards

Moving the cyclic stick

backwards (towards

you) will cause the

helicopter to tilt back-

wards and start moving

that direction.

Helicopter Moves Forward

Helicopter Climbs

Moving the cyclic stick

forward (away from

you) will cause the

helicopter to tilt forward

and start moving that

direction.

Moving the collective

stick up (away from

you) will cause the

helicopter to climb

higher.

Helicopter Descends

Moving the collective

stick down (towards

you) will cause the

helicopter to descend.

Nose Rotates Left

Nose Rotates Right

Moving the tail rotor

stick towards the left

will cause the helicopter

nose to rotate left

(counterclockwise).

Moving the tail rotor

stick towards the right

will cause the helicopter

nose to rotate right

(clockwise).

TRACKING THE MAIN BLADES

At zero pitch, bring the main rotor up to speed and observe whether the rotational planes of the blades are the same. If they are not, adjust one of the linkages to bring the blades into the same plane.

Apply the two different colored stripe decals to the tips of your main rotor blades. These decals help identify which blade is out of track.

The training gear is a big help to beginners. They soften not so perfect landings and help to prevent the helicopter from tipping over. Even if you have experience ﬂ ying a helicopter, please consider using the supplied training gear for the ﬁ rst few ﬂ ights.

FLYING

TAKEOFF

During your ﬁ rst ﬂ ights it is important to have light winds and a helper to keep an eye on things around you. Also, if you are ﬂ ying from grass, make sure it’s cut low as this will allow the helicopter to slide around without catching. Also make sure there are no obstacles in your ﬂ ying area to distract you.

Slowly add power and observe the model. If you feel it needs trimming, do so before lift off. You will ﬁ nd that model helicopters never allow you to return the sticks to center. Simply hold the sticks as needed to keep a steady hover. Please don’t ﬁ ght the trim too much as it is a normal thing to experience, Winds have a large effect on model helicopters. Please wait for calmer days and slowly work into windy days.

You will notice the cyclic controls lag slightly behind your inputs. This is perfectly normal and something you become accustomed to. It is normal to drift around some in a hover, until you get used to ﬂ ying the model. The cyclic controls on the AXE CP 2.4GHz RTF are fairly sensitive so only small movements are necessary.

HOVERING

Once the helicopter is in the air simply try to keep the helicopter in one spot. This will take some practice and wind has a big effect on the stability of the helicopter. Be patient and slowly progress. Trying to rush the learning process can be costly.

LANDING

Level the helicopter into a steady hover and slowly decrease power until the helicopter settles onto the ground.

Always unplug the battery when you are ﬁ nished with your ﬂ ight.

BASIC MANEUVERS

Once you are comfortable with hovering at different orientations and landing, it’s time to move on to more advanced maneuvers.

Slow Pirouettes: Add a small amount of tail rotor (left or right) and try rotating

the helicopter slightly sideways and see if you can hold it there. If you become uncomfortable bring the tail back towards you. Once you are comfortable, try moving the helicopter to the side and turning back. Then ﬂ y back to the other side in straight lines.

You can try rotating the helicopter around 360°, which is called a pirouette. The helicopter can drift during this maneuver so make certain you have plenty of room when you ﬁ rst start practicing.

Nose-In Hovering: After pirouettes it’s time to move onto nose-in hovering.

The best bet is to wait for a calm day. Take off and climb to 15 feet, practice half pirouettes from tail-in to nose-in hovering, and try to lengthen the delay between transitions. This will allow you to practice nose-in and still gives you a chance to get out of trouble. As you improve you’ll remain nose-in for longer periods of time.

Forward Flight: Now it’s time to work into basic forward ﬂ ight. Just take the basic

hovering maneuvers listed above and slowly ﬂ y out farther and faster and always bring the helicopter back after one pass. Practice controlled slow ﬂ ight in close as well. The more time you spend practicing here the easier things will be later on.

AEROBATICS

So you are getting comfortable in fast forward ﬂ ight? Well, now it’s time to slowly progress into aerobatics. Once you are in forward ﬂ ight start using the idle up switch which raises the rotor RPM for aerobatics and allows the AXE CP 2.4GHz RTF to ﬂ y inverted. Also, in wind it may be difﬁ cult to descend to land without the idle up on.

Chandelles: Your ﬁ rst step is chandelles. Fly straight across in front of you and

pull up to a 45° angle. Now at the top, when the helicopter slows down to a stop, apply left or right tail rotor to bring the nose around 180° and continue back down the 45° angle. As you progress with the maneuver you can pull a greater angle than 45°, but 90° would be considered a stall turn.

Loops: Once you become comfortable with the chandelles and stall turns it’s

time to move onto the loop. The key to the loop is to enter with plenty of speed. Start pulling aft cyclic to enter the loop and as the model transitions to inverted at the top of the loop pull back on the throttle (towards negative (–) collective). This will help maintain altitude. As the model returns back to vertical add some positive (+) collective to maintain the speed. One of the most common mistakes made on loops is using too much negative (–) collective at the top.

Flips: Be certain to start with plenty of altitude. From an upright hover slowly add

in full forward cyclic and as the model approaches vertical bring the collective stick back to center. Now as the model continues to inverted you will need to start adding in negative (–) collective (or pull the collective stick back towards yourself). As the model transitions back to vertical again bring the collective stick back to the middle and start adding in positive (+) collective as the model returns back to upright. It’s simply a matter of timing. The most important thing is, do not throw the sticks around as this can cause the head speed to drop and may cause the tail to drift.

Inverted Hovering: Keep in mind ﬂ ying a helicopter inverted is very difﬁ cult

but can be learned. One of the main problems is 3 out of 4 of the controls are reversed (forward/aft cyclic, collective and tail rotor). You have to mentally reverse these while ﬂ ying. It will take some practice.

Take the loop you learned above and just hold the inverted portion for short periods of time. As you become accustomed to the reversed controls, you will extend the time inverted. It is very difﬁ cult and will take some practice. Also, make sure you have plenty of altitude for recovery if needed.

MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS

E-BOARD ADJUSTMENTS

Note: All of the e-board adjustments are pre-set and test ﬂ own at the factory. If

you replace the e-board with a new one or need to re-adjust it for any reason, please follow the guidelines below. Never turn these adjustments more than 180° and only use a plastic non-conductive screwdriver to make the adjustment.

Tip: If you need to make adjustments consider using a f elt-tip marker and place a mark on the adjusters so you can always return them back to the factory defaults.

Gyro Gain: Turn clockwise

to increase gain. Typically too little gyro gain causes the tail to slowly move around and drift. With the gyro gain too high, you will notice a very fast oscillation in the tail known as “wag.” This adjustment is not very critical so please don’t spend a lot of time trying to get ”the best” setting possible.

WHEN FLYING

If the tail wants to drift slowly due to wind gusts, your gain may be set too low. Increase the gain a small amount and see if performance improves. If the tail has a tendency to oscillate from left to right, your gain may be set too high. Reduce the gain and see if performance improves.

SERVO SETUP

Note: The AXE CP 2.4GHz RTF is factory set-up and test ﬂ own so there is no

need to make these adjustments unless you have damaged or changed a servo.

Servo arms are perfectly level when the throttle stick is all the way down in normal mode (Idle Up Off). Helicopter left side Servo A pushrod length should be

1.77” [45mm].

Servo arms are perfectly level when the throttle stick is all the way down in normal mode (Idle Up OFF). Helicopter right side Servo B pushrod length should be

1.26” [32mm] and Servo C pushrod length should be

1.77” [45mm].

TAIL ROTOR REPLACEMENT

Use two small ﬂ at bladed screwdrivers to pry the old tail rotor from the motor. Try to apply even pressure to both sides of the tail rotor. When installing the new tail rotor please note that the beveled portion of the hub goes in towards the motor. Simply press the new propeller onto the tail motor.

SPINDLE REPLACEMENT

Before starting, make note of the 2mm nut used on the bottom of each blade grip. When removing the blade bolt, press upward on the nut to ensure it remains in the grip.

Remove the blade grip bolts using the 1.5mm hex wrench. Then, remove the blades from the helicopter.

Use a 1.5mm hex wrench to remove a spindle screw. Remove the linkages from the blade grips. On the side where you removed the spindle screw, carefully remove the blade grip by pulling outward. Remove the dampening spacer. Pull on the other blade grip and remove the spindle and blade grip. If the O-rings come loose, simply press them back into the head block.

New spindle installation. Apply threadlocking compound to one of the 2mm screws. Slide the 2mm washer onto the screw and thread it into the new spindle. Slide one of the blade grips onto the spindle followed by one of the dampening spacers.

Using a 1.5mm hex wrench, slide the blade grip and spindle assembly through the head block. Make certain the O-rings are properly seated and do not slide out the other side.

Place the other dampening spacer and blade grip onto the spindle. Apply threadlocking compound to the remaining 2mm spindle screw. Slide a 2mm washer onto the screw and install into the spindle. Using two

1.5mm hex wrenches tighten the spindle bolts.

Snap the ball links onto the blade grips and re-install the main blades.

MAIN SHAFT REMOVAL

Use a 1.5mm hex wrench to remove the head block retaining bolt. Using a pair of ball link pliers remove the oval links from the swashplate. While holding onto the main gear pull upward on the main rotor head assembly. If the head is difﬁ cult to remove simply try to rotate the main rotor head back and forth while holding onto the main gear. Please note there is a ﬂ at spot on the main shaft.

You will not be able to rotate the head more than a few degrees due to this.

Use pliers to grasp the 2mm nut on the main gear. Insert a 1.5mm hex wrench into the main gear bolt and remove the screw.

Insert a 1.5mm hex wrench into the main shaft collar set screw and loosen. Insert another 1.5mm hex wrench into the hole in the top of the main shaft. While holding onto the main gear try pulling upwards on the main shaft. If you are having difﬁ culty removing the main shaft make certain you have loosened the set screw on

the main shaft collar. If necessary try rotating the main shaft back and forth to help pull the shaft loose from the lower gear. If you decide to remove the main gear please note there is a small spacer located beneath it.

MAIN SHAFT INSTALLATION

Using the 1.5mm hex

wrench and pliers to hold

the nut, re-install the lower

main shaft bolt.

Insert a 1.5mm hex wrench

into the main shaft collar

set screw. While pushing

downward on the main shaft,

pull upward on the main

shaft collar and tighten the

set screw. There should be

no vertical movement in the

main shaft once you have

completed this step.

Slide the main rotor head

block back onto the main

shaft. Make certain the ﬂ at

spot inside of the head block

is aligned with the ﬂ at spot on

the main shaft. Use a 1.5mm

hex wrench to re-install the

2mm bolt head bolt.

GOOD LUCK AND GREAT FLYING!

ORDERING PARTS

Replacement parts for the Heli-Max AXE CP 2.4GHz RTF are available using the order numbers in the Parts List on page 28. The fastest, most economical service can be provided by your hobby dealer.

To locate a hobby dealer, visit the Hobbico web site at www.hobbico.com. Choose “Where to Buy” at the bottom of the menu on the left side of the page. Follow the instructions provided on the page to locate a U.S., Canadian or International dealer.

Parts may also be ordered directly from Hobby Services by calling (217) 3980007, or via facsimile at (217) 398-7721, but full retail prices and shipping and handling charges will apply. Illinois and Nevada residents will also be charged sales tax. If ordering via fax, include a Visa® or MasterCard® number and expiration date for payment.

Mail parts orders Hobby Services

and payments by 3002 N. Apollo Drive, Suite 1 personal check to: Champaign, IL 61822

Be certain to specify the order number exactly as listed in the Parts List. Payment by credit card or personal check only; no C.O.D.

If additional assistance is required for any reason contact Product Support by e-mail at helihotline@hobbico.com, or by telephone at (217) 398-8970.

AXE CP 2.4GHZ RTF PARTS LIST

# Part No. Description

1 HMXE7443 Canopy Axe CP 2.4 2 HMXE8819 Battery Rubber Bands 3 HMXE7426 Canopy Grommets 4 GPMP0413 3S 11.1V LiPo Battery Axe CP 2.4 5 HMXE8901 Landing Skids CPv3, CP 2.4 6 HMXE8902 Skid Supports 7 HMXE7205 Battery Stop with Skid Spacer CP 2.4 8 HMXE8407 Main Frame Left and Right 9 HMXM2004 Servo with servo arm 10 HMXE8814 Servo Mounting Screws 11 HMXE8818 Servo Arms w/screws 12 HMXE9002 Swashplate Stay 13 HMXE8404 Main Rotor Gear 14 HMXE7287 Ball Bearing Set 15 HMXE8405 Main Shaft Collar and Bushing 16 HMXE8002 Main Motor, 380 17 HMXE8624 Motor Heat Sinks Axe CP Gun Metal Grey 18 HMXE8605 Canopy Mounts CPv3, CP 2.4 19 HMXM2034 Receiver 2.4GHz Axe CP 2.4 20 HMXM2035 E-Board (Mixer, Gyro, ESC) Axe CP 2.4 21 HMXE8406 Main Shaft 22 HMXE7627 Complete Linkage Set 23 HMXE9001 Swashplate Assembly 24 HMXE7802 Flybar Links 25 HMXE2500 Blade Grips Axe CP 2.4 26 HMXE8607 Center Hub 27 HMXE7362 Head Dampener O-Rings (red) CP 2.4 28 HMXE4500 Head Dampening Spacers CP 2.4 29 HMXE7814 Feathering Spindle 30 HMXE8322 Reinforced Main Rotor Blades 31 HMXE9058 Slide Block 32 HMXE8801 Seesaw 33 HMXE8606 Control Hub Screws 34 HMXE7804 Flybar Paddles 35 HMXE8813 Stabilizer Control Hub 36 HMXE7805 Flybar Mount Collar CP V3 2.4 37 HMXE7803 Flybar 38 HMXE8622 Head Button 39 HMXE8621 Head Bolt and Nut 40 HMXE9554 Tail Motor Extension Wire 41 HMXE9548 Tail Boom Axe CP Gun Metal Grey 42 HMXE9562 Tail Vertical Fin 43 HMXE9561 Tail Vertical Fin Bracket w/screws

44 HMXE9564 DD Tail Motor Mount 45 HMXE9583 Tail Motor Axe CP 2.4 46 HMXE8470 Tail Motor Screws Axe CP 2.4 47 HMXE8471 Tail Rotor Blade CP 2.4 48 HMXE8472 Tail Rotor Adaptor CP 2.4 49 HMXE7342 Screw Set Axe CP 2.4 50 HMXE8320 Bell-Hiller Flybar Weights 51 HMXE8702 Canopy Mount Silicon Tubes HMXE9552 Training Gear HMXJ2022 Transmitter 2.4GHz Axe CP 2.4 HMXP1005 AC Charger Adaptor Axe CP 2.4 HMXP1004 3s LiPo Balance Charger

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Main Shaft 1 Pc

Swashplate Assembly 1 Set

Feather Spindle 1 Pc

HMXE8406

Center Hub 1 Pc

HMXE8607

Seesaw 1 Pc

HMXE8801

Stabilizer Control Hub 1 Pc

HMXE8813

Flybar 1 Pc

HMXE7803

Flybar Links 2 Pcs

HMXE9001

Slide Block 1 Pc

HMXE9058

Flybar Paddles 2 Pcs

HMXE7804

Flybar Mount Collar 2 Pcs

HMXE7805

Main Rotor Blades 2 Pcs

HMXE8322

Main Motor, 380 1 Pc

HMXE7814

Control Hub Screws 2 Pcs

HMXE8606

Head Button 1 Pc

HMXE8622

Bell-Hiller

2 Pcs

Flybar Weights

HMXE8320

Head Bolt and Nut 2 Pcs

HMXE8621

Main Rotor Gear 1 Pc

HMXE7802

Training Gear 2 Pcs

HMXE9552

DD Tail Motor Mount 1 Pc

HMXE9564

HMXE8002

3s LiPo Balance Charger 1 Pc

HMXP1004

AC Charge Adapter 1 Pc

HMXP1005

HMXE8404

Linkage Set 5 Pcs

HMXE7627

Transmitter 1 Set

HMXJ2022

Head Dampening Spacers CPx

2 Pcs

Screw Set

1 Set

HMXE4500

Replacement

6 Pcs

Bearing Set

HMXE7287

3S LiPo Battery 1 Pc

GPMP0413

E-Board (Mixer, Gyro, ESC) 1 Pc

HMXM2035

Tail Rotor Blade 1 Pc

HMXE8471

Head Dampener O-Ring

4 Pcs

(70 red)

HMXE7342

Tail Boom (Grey) 1 Pc

HMXE9548

Canopy 1 Pc

HMXE7443

Tail Motor 1 Pc

HMXE9583

Battery Stop w/ Skid Spacer

HMXE7205

Main Blade Grips 2 Pcs

Motor Heat Sinks 2 Pcs

HMXE8624

Receiver 2.4GHz 1 Pc

HMXM2034

Tail Motor Screws 2 Pcs

HMXE8470

Tail Rotor Adapter

HMXE8472

Washer Set 4 Pcs

HMXE7362

Silicon Secure Tubes 4 Pcs

HMXE8702

Canopy Mounts 1 Set

HMXE8605

HMXE2500

Battery Rubber Bands 3 Pcs

HMXE8819

Landing Skids 2 Pcs

HMXE8901

HMXE4500

Canopy Grommets 2 Pcs

HMXE7426

Skid Supports 2 Pcs

HMXE8902

Main Frame 2 Pcs

Servo with Servo Arm 1 Pc

Servo Mounting Screws 6 Pcs

HMXE8407

Servo Arms w/ Screws 6 Pcs

HMXE8818

Tail Vertical Fin 1 Pc

HMXE9562

B/H Mixing Arms 2 Pcs

HMXE8319

Carbon Fiber Vertical

1 Pc

Fin w/ Hardware

HMXE7450

CNC Center Hub &

1 Set

Head Button

HMXM2004

Swashplate Stay 1 Pc

HMXE9002

Tail Vertical Fin Bracket

3 Pcs

w/ Screws

HMXE9561

B/H Main Blade Grips 2 Pcs

HMXE8318

Carbon Fiber Horizontal

1 Pc

Fin w/ Hardware

HMXE7451

CNC Slide Block

1 Set

& Seesaw

HMXE8814

Tail Motor

1 Pc

Extension Wire

HMXE9554

Main Shaft Collar

3 Pcs

and Bushing

HMXE8405

B/H Linkage Set 4 Set

HMXE8321

CNC Swashplate

1 Set

Assembly

HMXE7454

LiPo Battery

1 Pc

1050 mAh 11.1V

HMXE7455

Carbon Fiber Tail Boom 1 Pc

HMXE7453

Tail Boom 1 Pc

HMXE9550

HMXE7456

Carbon Fiber Flybar

2 Pcs

Paddles

HMXE7452

Heat Sinks 2 Pcs

HMXE8623

GPMP0709

CNC Flybar Carrier 1 Pc

HMXE7657

CNC Bell-Hiller

2 Pcs

Upgrade Kit Axe CP

HMXE7459

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