First Flight Preparation; Flying Checklist; Charging Warnings; Battery Charging - Blade AH-64 Apache Manuel D'utilisation

First Flight Preparation

• Remove and inspect contents
• Begin charging the fl ight battery
• Program your computer transmitter (BNF only)
• Install the fl ight battery in the helicopter
(once it has been fully charged)
• Bind your transmitter (BNF only)
• Familiarize yourself with the controls
• Find a suitable area for fl ying

Charging Warnings

CAUTION:
All instructions and warnings
must be followed exactly. Mishandling of Li-Po
batteries can result in a fi re, personal injury and/or
property damage.
• NEVER LEAVE CHARGING BATTERIES UNATTENDED.
• NEVER CHARGE BATTERIES OVERNIGHT.
• By handling, charging or using the included Li-Po
battery, you assume all risks associated with lithium
batteries.
• If at any time the battery begins to balloon or swell,
discontinue use immediately. If charging or discharging,
discontinue and disconnect. Continuing to use, charge
or discharge a battery that is ballooning or swelling can
result in fi re.
• Always store the battery at room temperature in a dry
area for best results.
• Always transport or temporarily store the battery in a
temperature range of 40–120º F (5–49° C).
• Do not store battery or model in a car or direct sunlight.
If stored in a hot car, the battery can be damaged or
even catch fi re.

Battery Charging

NOTICE:
Charge only batteries that are cool to the touch
and are not damaged. Look at the battery to make sure it
is not damaged e.g., swollen, bent, broken or punctured.
1. Connect the AC to DC adapter to an AC outlet.
2. Connect the AC to DC adapter to the charger.
3. Connect the battery balance lead to the charger.
The connector is keyed to prevent reverse
polarity connection.
4. Always disconnect the fl ight battery from the charger
immediately upon completion of charging.
LED Indicators
Red Flashing LED: Input power with no battery con-
nected
R ed and Green Solid LEDs: Battery connected and
charging
Red Solid LED: Charge complete
Red and Green Flashing LEDs: Charge error
Charging a fully discharged (not over-discharged) 400mAh
battery takes approximately 30-45 minutes.
The charger can also be powered through the DC alligator
clips. Connect them to a 11.5–15V DC power source, not-
ing proper polarity.
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Flying Checklist

❏ Always turn the transmitter on fi rst
❏ Plug the fl ight battery into the lead from the ESC
❏ Allow the receiver and ESC to initialize and arm properly
❏ Fly the model
❏ Land the model
❏ Unplug the fl ight battery from the ESC
❏ Always turn the transmitter off last
• Always charge batteries away from fl ammable
materials.
• Always inspect the battery before charging
• Always disconnect the battery after charging, and
let the charger cool between charges.
• Always constantly monitor the temperature of the
battery pack while charging.
• ONLY USE A CHARGER SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED TO
CHARGE LI-PO BATTERIES. Failure to charge the battery
with a compatible charger may cause a fi re resulting in
personal injury and/or property damage.
• Never discharge Li-Po cells to below 3V under load.
• Never cover warning labels with hook and loop strips.
• Never charge batteries outside recommended levels.
• Never charge damaged batteries.
• Never attempt to dismantle or alter the charger.
• Never allow minors to charge battery packs.
• Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places
(recommended between 40–120° F or
(5–49° C) or place in direct sunlight.
CAUTION: Do not connect to AC and DC power
sources at the same time. Doing so may cause
a short circuit, resulting in damage to the product,
personal injury or property damage.
NOTICE: Always connect cable polarities correctly.
Consult the battery instructions, safety sheet or product
support before using a 12V battery with sources other
than a standard AC wall outlet.
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