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Inductri Instruction Manual
Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d’utilisation Manuale di Istruzioni
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All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit www.horizonhobby.com and click on the support tab for this product.
Meaning of Special Language
The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product: WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of supercial injury. CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury. NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND a little or no possibility of injury.
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
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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.
Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years.
This is not a toy.
Safety Precautions and Warnings
•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, traf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.
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•Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not speci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.
NOTICE: Consult local laws and ordinances before operating FPV (rst person view) equipment. In some areas, FPV operation may be limited or prohibited. You are responsible for operating this product in a legal and responsible manner.
If you are operating this product in North America, you are required to have an Amateur Radio (HAM) license. Visit www.arrl.org for more information.
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Table of Contents
Specications ...........................6
First Flight Preparation ..............7
Flying Checklist .........................7
Charging Warnings ....................8
Installing the Propellers .............9
Install the Flight Battery ...........10
BNF Transmitter Setup .............11
Transmitter
and Receiver Binding ..............11
Understanding the
Primary Flight Controls ............12
Flight Mode Selection ..............14
Fly the Quadcopter ..................15
Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC) ..........17
Battery Level Indicator .............17
Changing the
Center LED Taillight Color ........18
Video System (BNF with FPV) ...18
Troubleshooting Guide .............21
Exploded View.........................24
Parts Listings ..........................25
Optional Parts .........................25
Limited Warranty .....................26
Warranty and Service
Contact Information .................31
FCC Information ......................32
IC Information .........................33
Compliance Information
for the European Union ............34
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Specifications
Length Width Height Propeller Diameter Flying Weight
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Box Contents:
•Inductrix
Brushless
4.33 in (110mm)
4.13 in (105mm)
1.97 in (50mm)
1.57 in (40mm)
1.94 oz (55g)
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First Flight Preparation
•Remove and inspect contents
•Begin charging the ight battery
•Assemble the aircraft
•Program your computer transmitter
•Install the ight battery in the aircraft (once it has been fully charged)
•Bind your transmitter
•Familiarize yourself with the controls
•Find a suitable area for ying
Flying Checklist
❏ Always turn the transmitter on first
❏ Plug the ight battery into the lead from the ESC ❏ Allow the ESC to initialize and arm properly ❏ Fly the model ❏ Land the model ❏ Unplug the ight battery from the ESC
❏ Always turn the transmitter off last
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Charging Warnings
WARNING: Failure to comply with the following warnings could result in product malfunction, electrical issues, excessive heat,
FIRE, and ultimately injury and property damage.
•NEVER LEAVE CHARGING BATTERIES UNATTENDED.
•NEVER CHARGE BATTERIES OVERNIGHT.
•Never charge damaged batteries. If the battery begins to swell during charging or use, discontinue immediately.
•Always use the included battery and charger. Disconnect the battery after charging.
•Charge batteries away from ammable materials in a well-ventilated area.
•Never charge, transport, or store batteries in hot, cold, or very sunny
places (recommended between 40–120° F or 5 –49° C).
Charge the Flight Battery
CAUTION: Only use chargers specically designed to charge the included Li-Po battery. Failure to do so could result in re,
causing injury or property damage.
CAUTION: Never exceed the recommended charge rate.
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Installing the Propellers
1. Refer to the illustration for the proper motor rotation and propeller location.
Counter-
Clockwise
2. The propellers are press t onto the motor shafts. Remove the
propellers by pulling the center hub straight up away from the motor.
3. Install the propellers by pressing the center hub over the motor shaft,
being careful not to press it too far down on the shaft. The propeller and motor should spin freely when installed correctly.
Clockwise
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Install the Flight Battery
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2Throttle down
Power ON
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CAUTION: Always disconnect the Li-Po battery from the
aircraft when not ying to avoid over-discharging the battery. Batteries discharged to a voltage lower than the lowest approved voltage may become damaged, resulting in loss of performance and potential re when the batteries are charged.
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BNF Transmitter Setup
If you are using a computer transmitter, set the model type to “Acro” or “Airplane” mode. In the channel input menu, set channel 6 (Aux1) to a momentary switch such as the bind button ( I) and channel 5 (Gear) to a 3-position switch (switch B). In the Servo Setup menu, reverse channel 6 (Aux1). Bind the quadcopter to your transmitter following the Transmitter and Receiver Binding directions below.
Transmitter and Receiver Binding
General Binding Procedure (BNF®)
1. Disconnect the ight battery from the quadcopter.
2. Set the model type in your transmitter settings to “Acro” mode.
3. Center all trims on your transmitter.
4. Power off the transmitter and fully lower the throttle.
5. Connect the ight battery in the quadcopter. Aircraft LED’s will begin ashing slowly, turn aircraft upside down until LED ash rapidly indicating the Inductrix is in bind mode.
6. Put the transmitter into bind mode while powering on the transmitter.
7. Release the bind button/switch after 2–3 seconds. The quadcopter is bound when all of the LEDs on the aircraft turn solid.
8. Disconnect the ight battery and power the transmitter off.
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Understanding the Primary Flight Controls
If you are not familiar with the controls of your quadcopter, take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with them before attempting your rst ight.
Throttle
Left Side View
Climb
Descend
Throttle up/down
Rudder
Top View
Nose yaws
left
Rudder left/right
Nose yaws
right
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Elevator
Left Side View
Elevator up/down
Aileron
Aileron left/right
Pitches Forward
Rolls Left
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Pitches Backward
Rear View
Rolls Right
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Flight Mode Selection
Cycle between the ight modes by changing the position of the ight mode switch as programmed in the binding section above. The active ight mode is indicated by the LED taillight on the quadcopter*.
•Safe mode (blue LED, switch position 0): The bank angle is
limited. When the sticks are released, the quadcopter will return to level ight.
•Horizon Mode (magenta LED, switch position 1): Keeps the
aircraft level when there are no inputs, but allows ips and rolls when the stick is at full deection.
•AS3X mode (red LED, switch position 2): The quadcopter has
no bank angle limits and will not return to level ght if the sticks are released. Use rates and expo to tune the performance according to your ying style.
* The LED taillight only indicates the active ight mode continuously if
the color mode of the LED has not been changed. See Changing the LED Taillight Color for more information.
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Fly the Quadcopter
The LEDs indicate the front and back of the quadcopter. The white LEDs indicate the front. The red LEDs and tail light indicate the back.
Takeo
Arm the motors by pressing the arming switch. Increase the throttle until the model is approximately 2 ft. (600mm) off the ground in a low­level hover and concentrate on balancing the throttle stick’s position so that the quadcopter holds a steady hover altitude. In some cases, you may need to make a few short “hops” to an altitude of just a few inches until you become familiar with the control inputs and trim settings required to maintain a steady hover and altitude.
Hovering
The Inductrix® quadcopter requires minor throttle adjustments to maintain its altitude in hover. Remember to keep these throttle adjustments as minimal as possible. Large adjustments could result in a loss of control or a possible crash.
While attempting to establish a low-level hover, check to see if any trim adjustments are required to keep the quadcopter from drifting in various directions. If you nd that it constantly drifts without any directional control input, land the model before making any adjustments to the trim settings.
•If the nose of the quadcopter rotates to the left or right, adjust the rudder trim in the opposite direction.
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•If the quadcopter continually drifts forward or backward, adjust the elevator trim in the opposite direction.
•If the quadcopter continually drifts to the left or right, adjust the aileron trim in the opposite direction.
Continue making minor trim adjustments until the machine hovers at a low altitude with very little drifting and directional control input. If this is your rst multicopter or helicopter, seek the help of an experienced pilot to trim the model for you before making your rst ight.
With your quadcopter properly trimmed and maintaining a stable low-level hover, practice using the rudder, elevator and aileron controls to familiarize yourself with the machine’s responses to control inputs. Remember to keep the control inputs as minimal as possible.
Average ight times are 3-4 minutes.
Landing
To land the quadcopter, establish a low level hover. Slowly lower the throttle until the quadcopter touches down.
After landing, press the arming button to disarm the motors. Unplug and remove the ight battery. To prevent excessive wear to the motors, always allow the motors to
cool between ights.
NOTICE: Crash damage is not covered under warranty.
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Low Voltage Cuto (LVC)
Once the battery reaches 3V under load, the ESC will continuously lower power supplied to the motor until complete shutdown occurs. This helps prevent over-discharge of the Li-Po battery. Land immediately once the ESC activates LVC. Continuing to y after LVC can damage the battery, cause a crash or both. Crash damage and batteries damaged due to over-discharge are not covered under warranty.
Repeatedly ying the aircraft until LVC activates will damage the ight battery. Disconnect and remove the Li-Po battery from the aircraft after use to
prevent trickle discharge. During storage, make sure the battery charge does not fall below 3V per cell.
Battery Level Indicator
When rst powered on, the quadcopter indicates the charge level of the ight battery by lighting the center LED taillight briey.
Taillight Color Battery Charge Level
Green fully charged Yellow partially charged
Red discharged, do not y
After the ight battery charge level is shown, the LED taillight indicates the active ight mode or the alternate chosen color as described in the Changing the Center LED Taillight Color section.
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Changing the Center LED Taillight Color
To change the color of the center LED taillight:
1. Power on the transmitter.
2. Power on the quadcopter. DO NOT arm the motors.
3. Push both transmitter sticks fully forward and hold for 3 seconds. The taillight on the quadcopter will ash continuously.
4. Push the aileron stick right or left to choose the desired taillight color.
5. Pull both transmitter sticks fully back and hold for 1 second to save the desired color. The taillight will now display the chosen color continuously. It will show the active ight mode for approximately 1second after changing ight modes.
To reset the taillight to the default flight mode indicator color mode:
1. Power on the transmitter.
2. Power on the quadcopter. DO NOT arm the motors.
3. Pull both transmitter sticks fully backward and hold for 5 seconds. The taillight will change color to the active ight mode.
Video System (BNF with FPV)
NOTICE: Consult local laws and ordinances before operating FPV (rst person view) equipment. In some areas, FPV operation may be limited or prohibited. You are responsible for operating this product in a legal and responsible manner.
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On Screen Display
Flight Mode
Band Flight Time
Channel
Flight Controller Status
When powering up the aircraft to y, the OSD will display the ight status in the upper left corner.
When the aircraft has a solid connection to the RC controller, the OSD will display DISARMED
Once the aircraft is armed, the OSD will be display the Flight Mode in the upper left corner.
Pilot Name Battery Voltage
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The video transmitter installed in the BNF FPV version includes an integrated On Screen Display system (OSD). The OSD delivers the pilot useful information on the video display. The OSD shows the Flight Mode, time aloft, and voltage. A call sign is also available on the OSD to display your HAM call sign to satisfy amateur radio rules.
The video transmitter frequency and power output can be set directly from compatible Spektrum transmitters or set in the OSD menu.
OSD Menu
The OSD has a menu system which has options where the pilot can make changes.
1. To enter the menu the motor must be disarmed.
2. Flip the ight mode switch back and forth twice to enter the menu.
3. To navigate the menu use elevator stick to move up and down through the menu, and aileron stick to move side to side through the menu.
Available Frequencies, North America (mHz)
Band CH 1 CH 2 CH 3 CH 4 CH 5 CH 6 CH 7 CH 8
Band A 5865 5845 5825 5805 5785 5765 5745 5745 Band B 5733 5752 5771 5790 5809 5828 5847 5866 Band E 5705 5685 5665 5665 5885 5905 5905 5905 FS/IRC 5740 5760 5780 5800 5820 5840 5860 5860 RaceBand 5732 5732 5732 5769 5806 5843 5843 5843
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Available Frequencies, European Union (mHz)
Band CH 1 CH 2 CH 3 CH 4 CH 5 CH 6 CH 7 CH 8
Band A 5865 5845 5825 5805 5785 5765 5745 5745 Band B 5733 5752 5771 5790 5809 5828 5847 5866 FS/IRC 5740 5760 5780 5800 5820 5840 5860 5860 RaceBand 5732 5732 5732 5769 5806 5843 5843 5843
Troubleshooting Guide
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Will not respond to throttle
Does not function and smells burnt after connecting the flight battery
Crashes immediately upon lift-off or doesn’t lift off
Static in FPV feed
Throttle too high and/or throttle trim is too high
Flight battery connected with the wrong polarity
Propellers in wrong locations
Interference on chosen channel
Reset controls with the throttle stick and throttle trim at the lowest setting
Replace the 3-in-1 board. Connect the ight battery noting proper polarity
Make necessary adjustments
Change the video transmitter and receiver channel
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Problem Possible Cause Solution
Power off the transmitter. Move the transmitter a larger distance from the aircraft. Disconnect and reconnect the ight battery to the aircraft. Follow the binding instructions
Power off transmitter and repeat bind process
Move aircraft and transmitter to another location and attempt binding again
LED on receiver flashes rapidly and quadcopter will not respond to transmitter (during binding)
Transmitter too near aircraft during binding process
Bind switch or button was not held while transmitter was powered on
Aircraft or transmitter is too close to large metal object, wireless source or another transmitter
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Problem Possible Cause Solution
Less than a 5-second
LED on the receiver flashes rapidly and the quadcopter will not respond to the transmitter (after binding)
wait between rst powering on the transmitter and connecting the ight battery to the quadcopter
The quadcopter is bound to a different model memory (ModelMatch transmitters only)
Flight battery or transmitter battery
Leave the transmitter powered on. Disconnect and reconnect the ight battery to the quadcopter
Select the correct model memory on the transmitter. Disconnect and reconnect the
ight battery to the quadcopter
Replace or recharge batteries
charge is too low Aircraft or transmitter is
too close to large metal object, wireless source or another transmitter
Move aircraft and transmitter to another location and attempt connecting again
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Exploded View
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Parts Listings
Part # Description
1 BLH8851 Main Control Board 2 BLH8852 FPV Camera with OSD 3 BLH8853 Motor (1) 4 BLH8854 Prop Set (4) 5 BLH8855 Canopy 6 BLH8856 Main Frame 7 SPM4647 Receiver
Optional Parts
Part # Description
FSV1063 FSV1076 Fat Shark Dominator HD3 Headset SPMVR2510 Focal V2 FPV Wireless Headset w/Diversity SPMVM430HA SPMVR2520
Dominator V3 Modular WVGA Headset
Headset conversion Focal DVR FPV Headset
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Limited Warranty
What this Warranty Covers
Horizon Hobby, LLC, (Horizon) warrants to the original purchaser that the product purchased (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase.
What is Not Covered
This warranty is not transferable and does not cover (i) cosmetic damage, (ii) damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use, or due to improper use, installation, operation or maintenance, (iii) modifica­tion of or to any part of the Product, (iv) attempted service by anyone other than a Horizon Hobby authorized service center, (v) Product not purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer, (vi) Product not compliant with applicable technical regulations, or (vii) use that violates any applicable laws, rules, or regulations.
OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ABOVE, HORIZON MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PURCHASER’S INTENDED USE.
Purchaser’s Remedy Horizon’s sole obligation and purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be that
Horizon will, at its option, either (i) service, or (ii) replace, any Product determined
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by Horizon to be defective. Horizon reserves the right to inspect any and all Product(s) involved in a warranty claim. Service or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon. Proof of purchase is required for all warranty claims. SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE PURCHASER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.
Limitation of Liability
HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY, EVEN IF HORIZON HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Further, in no event shall the liability of Horizon exceed the individual price of the Product on which liability is asserted. As Horizon has no control over use, setup, final assembly, modification or misuse, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any resulting damage or injury. By the act of use, setup or assembly, the user accepts all resulting liability. If you as the purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of the Product, purchaser is advised to return the Product immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase.
Law
These terms are governed by Illinois law (without regard to conflict of law principals). This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Horizon reserves the right to change or modify this warranty at any time without notice.
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WARRANTY SERVICES Questions, Assistance, and Services
Your local hobby store and/or place of purchase cannot provide warranty support or service. Once assembly, setup or use of the Product has been started, you must contact your local distributor or Horizon directly. This will enable Horizon to better answer your questions and service you in the event that you may need any assis­tance. For questions or assistance, please visit our website at www.horizonhobby. com, submit a Product Support Inquiry, or call the toll free telephone number referenced in the Warranty and Service Contact Information section to speak with a Product Support representative.
Inspection or Services
If this Product needs to be inspected or serviced and is compliant in the country you live and use the Product in, please use the Horizon Online Service Request submission process found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Pack the Product securely using a shipping carton. Please note that original boxes may be included, but are not designed to withstand the rigors of shipping without additional protection. Ship via a carrier that provides tracking and insurance for lost or damaged parcels, as Horizon is not responsible for merchandise until it arrives and is accepted at our facility. An Online Service Request is available at http://www.horizonhobby.com/ content/service-center_render-service-center. If you do not have internet access, please contact Horizon Product Support to obtain a RMA number along with instructions for submitting your product for service. When calling Horizon, you will be asked to provide your complete name, street address, email address and
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phone number where you can be reached during business hours. When send­ing product into Horizon, please include your RMA number, a list of the included items, and a brief summary of the problem. A copy of your original sales receipt must be included for warranty consideration. Be sure your name, address, and RMA number are clearly written on the outside of the shipping carton.
NOTICE: Do not ship LiPo batteries to Horizon. If you have any issue with a LiPo battery, please contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support office. Warranty Requirements For Warranty consideration, you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase date. Provided warranty conditions have
been met, your Product will be serviced or replaced free of charge. Service or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon.
Non-Warranty Service
Should your service not be covered by warranty, service will be completed and payment will be required without notification or estimate of the expense unless the expense exceeds 50% of the retail purchase cost. By submitting the item for service you are agreeing to payment of the service without notification. Service estimates are available upon request. You must include this request with your item submitted for service. Non-warranty service estimates will be billed a minimum of ½ hour of labor. In addition you will be billed for return freight. Horizon accepts money orders and cashier’s checks, as well as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover cards. By submitting any item to Horizon for ser­vice, you are agreeing to Horizon’s Terms and Conditions found on our website http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/service-center_render-service-center.
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ATTENTION: Horizon service is limited to Product compliant in the country of use and ownership. If received, a non-compliant Product will not be serviced. Further, the sender will be responsible for arranging return shipment of the un-serviced Product, through a carrier of the sender’s choice and at the sender’s expense. Horizon will hold non-compliant Product for a period of 60 days from notifi­cation, after which it will be discarded. 10/15
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