Air Hogs Mini Storm Launcher User manual

Brand: Air Hogs

Model: Mini Storm Launcher

Category: Toys & accessories

Type: User manual

Air Hogs Mini Storm Launcher is a versatile and easy-to-use remote-controlled vehicle that provides hours of entertainment. With its durable design and advanced features, the Mini Storm Launcher is perfect for both indoor and outdoor use.

Out of the box, it comes with a controller/charger, a propeller protection rod, and an instruction manual. To get started, you'll need to install 8 AA alkaline batteries in the controller/charger and charge the Mini Storm Launcher's battery for 30-40 minutes.

Once charged, you can launch the Mini Storm Launcher from the ground or by hand toss. It's recommended to launch into the wind for optimal performance. The left/right toggle on the controller allows you to control the direction, while the throttle determines the speed.

BATTERY INSTALLATION

CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS

heck to make sure contents are complete:

•

1 Air Hogs

ini Storm Launcher™

•

1 Controller/Charger • 1 Instruction Manual

• 1 Propeller Protection Rod

Required:

• 8 AA alkaline batteries for the controller/

charger (not included)

ADJUSTING THE TRIM

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Use a Philips screwdriver

to remove the battery

door.

2. Install eight AA alkaline

batteries (not included) in

the battery compartment.

Be careful to align the

positive (+) and negative

(-) polarities with the

corresponding markings

inside the battery

compartment.

3. Reinstall the battery door.

Make sure the Mini Storm Launcher™ is off

before charging.

1. With the controller/charger power off,

insert the battery charging hose from the

controller/charger into the charging socket

on Mini Storm Launcher™ as indicated.

2. Set the controller/charger switch to

“Charge Mode.” Insert the charging hose

into the bottom of the Mini Storm

Launcher™ as shown.

3. The light will blink as the Mini Storm

Launcher™ is charging. If the battery is

fully drained, it should take around 30 to

40 minutes to fully charge.

Switch on the Mini Storm Launcher™ and turn

on the controller/charger.

Before attempting to fly your Mini Storm

Launcher™, you must first make sure the power

between the left and right motors is balanced.

TRIM ADJUSTMENT

In a large open area with a relatively smooth,

flat surface, drive your Mini Storm Launcher™

straight. If it turns to the right, adjust the

trim knob to the left until it goes straight and

vice-versa. It may take a few tries to get the

trim correct, but once you do, your unit will fly

much better.

INSTALLING THE PROPELLER

PROTECTION ROD

Mini Storm

Launcher™ comes

with a propeller

protection rod that

will prolong the life

of your propellers.

To install this rod,

simply snap it into

the keyhole slot

above the cockpit

as shown.

LAUNCHING MINI STORM LAUNCHER™

First, determine the wind direction.

ou should alw

ys launch into the wind.

FROM THE GROUND

In a large open area with a hard flat surface, drive Mini Storm

Launcher™ into the wind. Get it going in the right direction, at low

throttle and then gradually increase speed to full throttle. It may

take a few tries to get it going straight in the direction you want.

This just takes a little practice. Once it is going full speed in the

right direction, it should take about 30 feet.

HAND TOSS

Using the tab underneath the Mini Storm launcher™ to hold it,

toss the unit into the wind, parallel to the ground. It is not

necessary to throw upwards and in fact, throwing upwards can

cause a stall. Throw parallel to the ground.

Mini

Storm Launcher™

Controller/Charger

Throttle

Left/Right

Toggle

Charging/Power

Switch

FLYING AROUND

After take-off, the left/right toggle will control the right and left

directions of the Mini Storm Launcher™. Smooth and small

inputs are ideal! Due to the aerodynamic nature of the Mini

Storm Launcher™ and depending on the wind conditions,

when you command the Mini Storm Launcher™ to go left or

right – you may have to give it a small amount of “UP” thrust

command to keep it from descending. This is normal and will

take some practice to perfect. Try some right turns, left turns,

figure-8’s, and flying circles. Also add and reduce throttle to

see how your Mini Storm Launcher™ reacts to various power

settings. These maneuvers will ensure your learning stages

are fun and rewarding.

LANDING

Determine where you will need to land your Mini Storm

Launcher™ and fly it so it will be landing into the wind (the

same direction as during your take-off). You may need to

make a couple of fly-by’s on the landing zone to determine if

your airspeed is too fast. When ready to land, gently reduce

the throttle while continuing to steer. The Mini Storm

Launcher™ will begin to descend. When you are lined-up

with your runway, continue to gently reduce the throttle. If you

are descending too quickly, give it more throttle. At about

12 inches off the ground, completely reduce the throttle. If

your Mini Storm Launcher™ has ‘Landed Long’ or is far away

after the landing, simply drive it back to yourself.

CONTROLLER/CHARGER BATTERY INFORMATION

• Battery installation should be performed by an adult. • Be careful to install batteries with

correct polarity as indicated. • Do not mix new and old batteries. • Do not mix alkaline, stan-

dard, rechargeable or different types of batteries. • Different types of batteries or new and

used batteries are not to be mixed. • Exhausted batteries are not to be removed from the

toy. • Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged. • Rechargeable batteries are

only to be charged under adult supervision (if removable). • Rechargeable batteries are to

be removed from the toy before being charged (if removable). • Only batteries of the same or

equivalent type as recommended are to be used. • The supply terminals are not to be

short-circuited. • Do not dispose of batteries in fire. Battery may explode or leak.

IMPORTANT BATTERY INFORMATION

• Charge the Air Hogs

LiPo battery only with the provided Air Hogs

Mini Storm

Launcher™ Controller/Charger. • Fully charge the LiPo battery before first use. • Always

fully charge the LiPo battery in repeat use. • The supply terminals are not to be short-cir-

cuited. • Do not use the battery with the positive and negative terminals reversed. • Do not

attempt to open, disassemble or short-circuit the LiPo battery. • Stop using and do not

recharge the LiPo battery that shows leakage, damage or deformation. • Do not allow the

Mini Storm Launcher™ battery to get wet. • Always store the Mini Storm Launcher™ in cool

and dry place. • Never dispose of Mini Storm Launcher™ in fire. • Do not recharge the Mini

Storm Launcher™ battery immediately after use. Wait until it is cool before charging. • Be

sure the Mini Storm Launcher™ and controller/charger are kept out of the hands of infants

and small children. • Do not charge near fire, where temperature is extremely high (flamma-

ble item), or where it is wet or damp. • Do not leave the battery in direct sunlight. • DO NOT

continue to charge the LiPo battery if the charger fails to recognize full charge. Overheating

or swelling of the LiPo cells is an indicator that they are in an overcharged condition, and

the batter

ies should be disconnected from the charger immediately! • DO NO

T allo

w LiPo

battery to overheat at any time! Cells which reach greater than 140°F can and USUALLY

WILL become damaged physically and could possibly catch FIRE! Always inspect a battery

which has previously overheated for potential damaged, and do not re-use if you suspect it

has been damaged in any way. • DO NOT allow LiPo batteries to be charged or discharged

on or near combustible materials, including paper, plastic, carpets, vinyl, leather, wood,

inside an R/C model or full-sized automobile! • ALWAYS provide adequate ventilation

around LiPo batteries during charge, discharge, while in use and during storage. If a bat-

tery becomes overheated, remove it from the charger IMMEDIATELY and place it in a fire-

proof location until it cools. • DO NOT modify the Air Hogs

LiPo battery in any ways which

might result in permanent damage or dangerous responses. • IMMEDIATELY remove a

LiPo battery from a model if it is involved in a crash in any way. Do not use a LiPo battery if

you suspect physical damage has occurred to the pack. Carefully inspect the battery for

even the smallest of dents, cracks, splits, punctures or damages. A LiPo battery might not

appear to be damaged after a crash, but it could smolder over a short amount of time and

suddenly catch fire unexpectedly If in doubt, place the battery in a fire-proof location indefi-

nitely

Spin Master Ltd., 450 Front Street West, Toronto, ON M5V 1B6 Canada

Spin Master

, Inc., PMB #10053, 300 International Drive, Suite 100,

Williamsville, NY 14221, USA

Spin Master Toys Far East Limited, Rm #1113, 11/F,

Chinachem Golden Plaza, 77 Mody Rd., Tsimshatsui E., Kowloon, HK

North American Consumer Information

Phone: 1-800-622-8339

www.spinmaster.com

product safety standards ASTM F963-03, EN71 regulator

requirements. Products and colors may vary. Please retain this

information for future reference. Patent Pending.

MADE IN

CHINA.

Asst. #14184

14184-ENG-IS-R1-(1)

#20005840

REV 1 US English

Contains LiPo battery pack.

Batter

y pack must be

recycled or disposed of

properly.

WARNING:

Lithium Polymer (LiPo) batteries are very different from other types of batteries and must be handled and

disposed of properly. Please refer to and read the included care and handling instructions for this part.

FCC REQUIREMENTS

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, and

(2) this device must accept any inter

ference received, including inter

ference that may cause undesired operation.

Warning: Adjustment to this unit or replacement of any transmitter component (crystal, semiconductor, etc.) to this unit that could result in a violation of the rules.

Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection

against harmful inter

ference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may

cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio

or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to tr

y to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures :

• Reorient or relocated the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a cir

cuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Shielded cables must be used with this unit to ensure compliance with the Class B FCC limits.