MegaTech Whirlwind 3000 - Manual (Page 6)

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4) Reattach the battery hatch & secure with the hold-down screw. (Do not over tighten)
5) Turn the Transmitter ON to make sure that the Red LED illuminates bright and the
transmitter powers up and then turn the transmitter OFF. Fresh alkaline batteries will
provide about 3-hours or more of power to the transmitter depending on use.
NOTE: If the red LED does not illuminate, flashes or is dim change the transmitter batteries with
fresh alkaline batteries. If the transmitter LED still does not illuminate contact the Megatech Service
Department at (201)662-8500 for further assistance.
CHARgINg YOUR WHIRLWIND 3000
1) The Whirlwind 3000 features an automatic peak-
sensing charging circuit built into the transmitter.
2) The charging cord is located behind the door on the
bottom of the transmitter. Slide the door down and lift
in order to open the compartment and access the cord.
3) Make sure that the power switch on the helicopter is
set to “OFF”, and the transmitter power switch is set to
“ON”. The red LED on the transmitter should illuminate.
4) Plug the charging cord into the Whirlwind 3000 charging receptacle located above
the on/off switch. Pay close attention to the polarity of the charging connector.
5) The green LED on the transmitter will illuminate when charging is in process and will
automatically turn off when charging is complete.
Note: Charge time may vary depending on how much power the Whirlwind 3000’s
flight pack has and also how much power is left in the transmitter batteries.
CAUTION
READ THIS SECTION BEFORE CHARGING YOUR BATTERY PACK FOR THE FIRST TIME!
• NEVER CHARGE YOUR Whirlwind 3000 FOR MORE THAN 30 MINUTES.
• ALLOW INTERNAL BATTERY PACK TO COOL FOR 10 MINUTES AFTER EACH FLIGHT BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO RECHARGE.
• Never use anything but the charging system in the transmitter to charge the Whirlwind
3000. Using any other charger could result in damage to the battery and a possible fire.
• The battery charger is part of the transmitter and is designed specifically for the built-in
battery in your Whirlwind 3000. It should not be used to charge any other type of battery.
Attempting to charge a battery other than the type included with the Whirlwind 3000 will
result in damage to both the charger and the battery.
• Never leave the Whirlwind 3000 unattended while charging.
Note: Please be aware that it is normal for the transmitter to become warm during the
charging process.
ATTENTION PARENTS: The charging system, wire, and all electrical connections need to be
examined periodically for potential conditions that may result in the risk of fire, electrical
shock, or injury to persons. In the event of such conditions, the hazardous parts should not
be used until properly repaired or replaced.