Twister CPX Assembly & Flight Training Manual

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TWISTER
R/C
Factory-assembled CP helicopter with 2.4GHz 6 channel 4-model memory radio,
brushless motor, ESC, lipo, charger, power supply, heading lock gyro and MORE!

SpecificationS

Main rotor diameter.............................................. 550mm
Tail rotor diameter ................................................. 142mm
Length ..................................................................... 530mm
Weight ...........................................................432g (11.5oz)
contentS
1..................................................... Assembled helicopter
1.........Twister 2.4GHz 6 Ch. computer radio - included
1.......................Planet R6M 2.4GHz receiver - installed
1.........................Twister HL400 tail lock gyro - installed
4..........................................EnErg S7.5 servos - installed
1....................... 3900RPM/V brushless motor - installed
1................ Twister 25 amp speed controller - installed
1.................Twister 11.1V lithium polymer battery pack
1............... Twister lithium polymer 12V DC/DC charger
1.................................Twister 240V mains power supply
1.........................................................Foam blade retainer
8................................................AA size pencell batteries
1.................................... Twister CPX instruction manual
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Sport & 3d aerobatic rtf heli
the profeSSional cp helicopter
Assembly & Flight Training guide
the profeSSional choice
for newcomerS & expertS!
from co-axial helicopterS
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featureS
■ Test-Flown & Flight-Guaranteed!
■ CCPM 120° flight control system for precise control
■ 3D flight performance without upgrading
■ Bell/Hiller cyclic and collective pitch system for
fantastic hovering stability & powerful control
■ High performance, low current, brushless motor
■ Digital proportional Twister R/C 2.4GHz transmitter
with silky smooth sticks
■ High quality ball bearings
■ Planet R6M 6-channel receiver installed
■ High performance, low friction belt tail drive
■ Professional HL 400 tail lock & std dual rate gyro
■ Autorotation freewheel fitted
■ Professional digital servos installed
■ Completely new 2-part main frame design
■ Factory fitted flybar training weights
From Beginner to Aerobatic & 3D
with just ONE model!
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V7.10

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  • Page 1: Specifications

    ■ High performance, low current, brushless motor 1............. Assembled helicopter ■ Digital proportional Twister R/C 2.4GHz transmitter 1..Twister 2.4GHz 6 Ch. computer radio - included with silky smooth sticks 1.......Planet R6M 2.4GHz receiver - installed ■ High quality ball bearings 1......Twister HL400 tail lock gyro - installed...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Preparing for flight ........2 supplier and/or an experienced R/C helicopter pilot. 1. Unpack your Twister CPX ....2 ☛ Read all instructions carefully prior to assembling Battery & charger .......... 2 and before flying the helicopter.
  • Page 3: Introduction

    TWISTER introduction neVer flown? pleaSe read... While the Twister CPX is designed as the next step About the Twister CPX up for pilots from co-axial helicopters, we would The Twister CPX is designed as the next step up recommend, however, that you seek some advice for pilots who have mastered co-axial helicopters.
  • Page 4: Preparing For Flight

    Insert 8 AA batteries into the transmitter  battery compartment being careful to observe battery polarity, (refer to the Twister RC radio instructions). battery & charGer The green LED will light and the red ‘POWER’ ...
  • Page 5: Lithium Polymer Battery Safety

    The Twister CPX is changeable between Do not charge batteries whilst driving.   Mode 1 or Mode 2 transmitter. The Twister Do not store batteries in a motor vehicle.  RC Radio Instruction manual shows the Do not allow batteries to get wet or ...
  • Page 6: Range Check

    Mode 1 and left hand stick on Mode 2 transmitters. Move the stick until the main rotor blades  begin to rotate slowly and then throttle back. Your Twister CPX is now ready for flight.  http://www.jperkinsdistribution.co.uk...
  • Page 7: Advanced Flying Features

    Do not use the 3D/Idle Up switch unless you are an Twister CPX ‘for a walk’. These first few flights experienced RC helicopter pilot. should be made with the helicopter on the ground and on a smooth surface.
  • Page 8: Step 4-The First Hop

    Remember, due to its light weight, any breeze can greatly affect the performance of the Step 4-the firSt hop Twister CPX. Having practiced and mastered the ‘walking A flight simulator is a great teaching aid for learning technique’, you are ready to make the first ‘hop’...
  • Page 9: Troubleshooting

    TWISTER troubleShootinG main rotor doeS not turn  Solution 1 – Check throttle stick and trim lever Vibration are both fully down when turning on the helicopter.  Solution 1 – Out of balance main blades  Solution 2 – Check all electrical connections.
  • Page 10: Spares And Option Parts

    TWISTER SpareS and option partS exploded diaGram http://www.jperkinsdistribution.co.uk...
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  • Page 12: Exploded Drawing Ref No's

    TWISTER exploded drawinG ref no'S JP Numbers JP Numbers 6600660 6601446 6600660 6601452 6601446 6601190 6601446 6600660 6601452 6601446 6601452 6601340 6601446 6601380 6601180 6601430 6601452 6601340 6601446 6601180 6601441 6601431 6601452 6601441 6601431 6601442 6600750 6601442 6601160 6600364 6601210...
  • Page 13: Spare Parts Listing

    TWISTER HL-400 HEADING HOLD GYRO TWISTER CP/GOLD FLYBAR (2) TWISTER CP/GOLD FLYBAR HUB/BEARINGS/ CRADLE 6600330 6600296 6601210 TWISTER 240v (TO 12v DC) POWER SUPPLY TWISTER CPX LIPO BATTERY PACK TWISTER CP/GOLD FLYBAR-MIXER LINK (3 PIN) SET (2) 6600364 6600331 6600320...
  • Page 14 TWISTER 6600660 6601386 6601392 TWISTER FLYBAR PADDLES (2) TWISTER CP GOLD CANOPY MOUNTING TWISTER CP GOLD SPINDLE SHAFT ONLY (2) ROD SET 6601180 6601420 6601421 TWISTER CP/GOLD FLYBAR CONTROL UNIT TWISTER CPX CHASSIS TWISTER CPX TAIL BELT 6601215 6601423 6601424 TWISTER CP (V2) SWASH-MIXER DOUBLE TWISTER CPX MAIN FRAME &...
  • Page 15 TWISTER CPX TAIL GEARBOX CASE TWISTER CPX TAIL OUTPUT SHAFT SET 6601426 6601427 6601428 TWISTER CPX SWASHPLATE (METAL) TWISTER CPX MAIN GEAR SET (INC ONE- TWISTER CPX MAIN GEAR LOWER HUB WAY BRG) 6601429 6601430 6601431 TWISTER CPX SWASHPLATE LINK SET...
  • Page 16 TWISTER 6602320 6601450 6601437 TWISTER 3D STORM TAIL ROTOR BLADES TWISTER CPX ONE WAY BEARING TWISTER CPX TAIL PITCH CHANGE GUIDE (2) 6601445 6601560 6601440 TWISTER CPX TAIL PITCH CHANGE LEVER TWISTER BEARINGS (4x8x3) (2) TWISTER CPX VERTICAL FIN SET...
  • Page 17: Option Parts

    JP No Description 6600364 TWISTER CPX SERVO ARM SET (H/DUTY) A. 6600550 TWISTER CPX CNC MAIN ROTOR HEAD SET B. 6600551 TWISTER CPX CNC MAIN ROTOR HUB SET C. 6600552 TWISTER CPX CNC M/BL.GRIP & BELL ARM 6600553 TWISTER CPX MAIN SHAFT SET 6600554 TWISTER CPX S/STEEL FLY BAR (2) D.
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  • Page 20 Sport & 3d aerobatic rtf heli the profeSSional cp helicopter Factory-assembled CP helicopter with 2.4GHz 6 channel 4-model memory radio, brushless motor, ESC, lipo, charger, power supply, heading lock gyro and MORE! the profeSSional choice for newcomerS & expertS!

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