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ELIOS 2
1 – Safety
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
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1.3 Environmental Awareness
Always fly within the listed conditions. It will reduce incident and damage on the aircraft.
Do not fly close to people.
Elios 2 is not waterproof. Do not fly under heavy rain/snow or in humid environments. Moisture can seriously
damage the electronics of Elios 2.
Store the Elios 2 system in a dry environment between 0°C and 30°C protected from sunlight.
Avoid flying in a dusty, or sandy environment or subject to vapor, or gas. If not applicable, avoid flying close to
people. Have yourself and surrounding personnel wear eye protection and respiratory protection as the propul-
sion system may blow dust, vapor or gas to you. Do not forget this topic in your risk assessment. Note that,
mechanical parts may deteriorate more rapidly in dusty or sandy environments.
Even if the cage protects the aircraft, small objects can penetrate the cage and damage the aircraft. Be sure while
flying, that protruding objects and/or any falling objects will not go through the cage as it might break the pro-
pellers, damage the aircraft, or create high velocity projectiles. In case of doubt performing a risk assessment is
recommended and eye protection MUST be worn.
Flying in low pressure environment such as high altitudes above the sea level might reduce flight time, and the
stability of the aircraft.
The wind has serious effects on Elios 2. If the wind is higher than 3m/s, it should be piloted in disabled Pilot assist
mode. In this mode and/or with the wind higher than 3m/s, Flyability cannot guaranty Elios 2 capability to sustain
a collision. With the wind above 5m/s, Flyability cannot guarantee the stability or flying capability of Elios 2.
Very cold temperatures lead to reduced flight times. Do not fly in temperatures below 0°C. If you need to fly
within a temperature below 10°C, heat the batteries prior usage using a battery warmer bag and observe safe
practices as described in the Battery Safety Guidelines.
Hot temperatures – above 40°C – will interfere with the battery performances. The pilot should observe the safe
practices regarding the battery described in the Battery Safety Guidelines. Also, Flyability cannot guaranty the
collision sustainability of the aircraft above 40°C. The Pilot assist performance may diminish. The maximum power
of the lighting system will reduce for the system safety. The aircraft should not be left switched on without pro-
pellers spinning in temperature above 40°C, the electronics needs to be cooled down by the airflow generated
by the propulsion system. In such temperatures use gloves for changing the battery or wait for at least 10 minutes
for the drone to cool down in a zone where the temperature is below 30°C. Pay extra attention to not touch the
lighting system heatsinks or the motors during the cooldown period.
Flyability cannot guaranty the aircraft flight capability and stability if not used in temperatures from 0°C to 50°C.
It is not recommended to operate the aircraft close to power lines, power transformers or other areas with high
electromagnetic disturbances as these may cause severe effects on the sensors and transmission system, impact-
ing the aircraft’s stability and flying capability.
The aircraft propulsion system makes loud noises. Wearing ear protection is mandatory when flying in enclosed
areas or when the aircraft is operating close to the personnel.
If you are flying in a confined or enclosed place, avoid being inside this environment with the aircraft flying. Do
not forget this topic in your risk assessment.
Avoid flying in a biohazard environment. If not applicable, avoid flying close to people and have yourself and
surrounding personnel wear eye protection and respiratory protection as the propulsion system may blow con-
taminated particles to you. Also, wear gloves and appropriate protection while manipulating the aircraft and its
equipment until further decontamination. Do not forget this topic in your risk assessment.
Elios 2 should not be used in or near explosive or flammable environments.