First Steps; Important - iKarus Lama Manuel D'utilisation

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First Steps

The Lama is a preassembled model helicopter. The product has been inspected
thoroughly before leaving the factory. But checks and adjustments are necessary
before every operation, to enjoy unspoiled fl ight.
Checking
Check that the mounting screws for the main rotor blades are not too tight, as they
may not be able to swing into opposite position to each other, which would result in
dangerous vibrations. When replacing main blades, do this always in a pair and do
not mix blades from different blade sets.
Take the transmitter battery holder out of its compartment in the back of the transmit-
ter. Insert the required (not included) 8 AA batteries. Be aware that the holder takes
4 batteries in the front and 4 in the back. You are legally responsible to properly dis-
carding used batteries. Please contact your local authorities.

Important

Place the included Lithium-Polymer fl ight battery on a non-fl ammable surface and
charge it with the included special charger for about 2 hours before your fi rst fl ight.
Do not overcharge the battery. Future charge times may be shorter due to the fact
that the battery may still hold a partial charge. If it is getting more than hand warm,
disconnect the battery from the charger. Never charge the battery unattended. Never
use a charger, which is not explicitly designed to charge this type of Li-Po batteries!
Otherwise you may destroy the battery or it may even explode or cause fi re.
Land the helicopter as soon as you experience a power loss (helicopter gets slug-
gish). Take the battery out of the battery holder in the helicopter and let it cool down
on a non-fl ammable surface before recharging. It is always a good idea, to have a se-
cond battery available to continue fl ying, while the fi rst battery is getting recharged.