® ™ ™ AXE100 SS/SSL Instruction Manual NOTICE The instruction manual, warranties and other associated documentation are subject to change without notice. Hobbico assumes no responsibility for inadvertent errors in this manual. Heli-Max products are to be used by ages 14 and over. Entire Contents © 2013 Hobbico®, Inc.
® INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Heli-Max AXE100 SS or SSL Helicopter. We are certain you will get many hours of enjoyment out of this model. If you should have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us at: helihotline@ hobbico.com. For the latest technical updates or manual corrections to the AXE100 SS/SSL visit the Heli-Max web site at www.helimax-rc.com. Open the “Helicopters” link, and then select the AXE100 SS or AXE 100SSL helicopter.
check linkages or other connectors often and replace them if they show any signs of wear or fatigue. Battery warnings and usage guidelines: Please read and understand the following regarding the usage of LiPo batteries. Through the use of the included LiPo battery you have assumed all risk and responsibility regarding a LiPo battery and its use. BATTERY WARNINGS ● ALWAYS unplug your battery from either the charger or helicopter after use.
® WARRANTY Heli-Max guarantees this kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover any component parts damaged by use or modification. In no case shall Heli-Max’s liability exceed the original cost of the purchased kit. Further, Heli-Max reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice.
GENERAL HELICOPTER SPECIFICATIONS Management: Motors: Empty Weight: Weight RTF: Blade Length: Tail Rotor Diameter: Overall Length: Height: Width: Gear Ratio: Collective Pitch, 120 degree CCPM, TAGs control Brushless main motor, brushed tail motor 47.8g (1.69oz) 60.1g (2.12oz) 105mm (4.13”) 38mm (1.5”) 312mm (12.3”) 81mm (3.18”) 52mm (2.04”) 8:1 MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS (1412 Brushless Motor) Diameter: Length: Weight: Voltage: No load Current: KV: 14.5mm 13.6mm 6.9g 3.7v .
® TRANSMITTER (RTF Model) Please fully read the transmitter manual included with your helicopter to learn more about how to use and adjust your TX610. IMPORTANT TRANSMITTER FUNCTIONS The Throttle Hold Switch (HOLD/ FLAP) is used to disable the power output of the motor but has no effect on the other controls. The throttle hold function is intended for autorotation landings off power descent to landing; this maneuver is really not realistic with a motor driven tail.
STICK CONTROLS Throttle/Collective Left and right cyclic Tail (rudder) Forward and back cyclic It’s also important to know that your TX610 transmitter is capable of a system reset. (See how this is done in the TX610 Manual.) If you decide to do a system reset, the factory setup numbers to the Heli-Max AXE100 SS/SSL are listed here. Below are the factory default parameters (Model Memory 8) for your AXE100 SS/SSL Helicopter.
® GETTING THE MODEL READY TO FLY INSTALL BATTERIES IN THE TRANSMITTER Remove the battery cover from the back of the transmitter and install eight “A A” bat ter ies into the transmit ter. Double - check the polarity of each batter y before replacing the battery cover. CHARGE THE FLIGHT BATTERY Plug the wall power supply into any 110V standard outlet. Plug the remaining 4mm plug into the side of the charger box. The center front panel LED will light letting you know the charger has power.
At this point you can select a slower or faster charge rate by pressing the - or + buttons located on the face of the charger. While the LED is illuminated you will need to press the charge button. You will hear 3 beeps and the charge cycle will begin. When charging is complete, all the LEDs will flash and you will hear a steady set of beeps coming from the unit. Unplug the flight battery. It is now ready to use. NOTE: Your battery charger ranges from .3AMPS to .7AMPS in .1 amp increments.
Once the flight battery has been connected, always handle the helicopter as if it has full power available. The helicopter must remain still for the gyro to initialize properly. This process is instantaneous after the helicopter is held still. Turning off the HOLD/FLAP switch the helicopter is ready to go. Now is a good time to turn on the HOLD/FLAP switch until you are ready to start flying. Your AXE100 SS/SSL uses the Tactic SLT ™ protocol.
5. Monitor the flashing LED. When it stays on without flashing, your transmitter is now linked to the helicopter. Note: there is a second LED in the center of the PCB. When your transmitter is linked and the helicopter held still this LED will flicker, letting you know your TAGS™ stabilization system is working and ready. TRANSMITTER SETUP GUIDELINES TO HELP YOU GET STARTED FUTABA: You will find that regardless of the Futaba system you choose, the basic setup is the same.
We have also included a basic setup for Spektrum™ users as well.
® FLYING YOUR AXE100 SS/SSL Takeoff: During your first flights it is important to have light winds. Also, if you are flying from grass, place a rubber mat or pad down on the grass so the small rotating parts don’t get hung up. Turn off the hold switch and very slowly add power and observe the model. During “spool up” It is important to note that the torque of the main blades can cause the helicopter to rotate slightly clockwise. This is normal. Your AXE 100 SS/SSL has the incredible Heli-Max TAGS system.
AEROBATICS So you are getting comfortable in fast forward flight? Well, now it’s time to slowly progress into aerobatics. Your AXE100 SS/SSL is more than capable of full aerobatic performance. Once you are in forward flight start using the idle up switch. This switch raises the rotor RPM and allows the blades to progress into negative pitch for aerobatics and inverted flight. Chandelles: Your first step is chandelles. Fly straight across in front of you and pull up to a 45° angle.
® MAINTENANCE TOOLS NEEDED ● Small screwdriver (provided) ● Soldering iron We will describe a few simple repairs that you can do to your helicopter. We will list them as “removing” with the understanding that to reassemble one just follows each step again from the bottom up. NOTE: It’s a good idea to keep a magnet handy to help secure the small screws. You can also use this magnet to “magnetize” your screwdriver; just rub the end of the screwdriver on the magnet for a few seconds.
REMOVING THE MAIN BLADES AXE SS Using the provided screwdriver remove the main blade screw from the blade grip. Side the blade out of the grip. REMOVING THE MAIN BLADES AXE SSL Using the supplied screwdriver remove the main blade screw from the blade grip. Carefully side the blade from the grip and unplug the LED power wire.
REMOVING THE TAIL BLADE Hold the motor firmly and pry the tail blade off using your fingernail or small, flat blade screwdriver. Use your finger to press the new blade in place. NOTE: When reinstalling, do not force the blade tight against the motor. REMOVING THE LANDING GEAR A total of 6 screws hold the battery tray/ landing gear in place. Using the supplied screwdriver remove the 6 screws.
REMOVING THE MAIN GEAR AXE SSL After removing the landing gear, scrape away any adhesive holding the wires to the solder lugs. Unsolder the two wires from the gear contact posts. Using the supplied screwdriver, remove the screw that holds the main gear in place. Slide the main gear away, carefully snaking the two wires though the center hole. REMOVING THE MAIN SHAFT Remove the landing gear, and remove the main gear. Using the supplied screwdriver loosen the two screws on the lock collar.
REMOVING THE FEATHERING SHAFT NOTE: You will have to provide a second small phillips screwdriver for this step. Remove the blades from the blade grips as described above. Place a screw driver in the end of each blade grip and engage the screws. Unscrew the screws and one of the two will remove. Slide the blade grips off, being very careful to not lose any parts. Note the direction of the silver spacer washers. REPLACING AN AFT SERVO Remove the canopy. Remove the link from the swashplate.
REPLACING THE FORWARD SERVO Remove the canopy. Remove the link from the swashplate. Unscrew the two screws from each side of the servo mount. Snake the wire out of the loom and then unplug the servo. REMOVING THE TAIL BOOM Remove the canopy. Unplug the connector leading to the tail motor. Snake the wires away from the bundle. Grasp the tail boom and pull it away from the main frame.
® REPLACEMENT PARTS 29 1 5 2 3 1 4 29 7 6 29 8 9 29 10 11 29 13 12 29 7 14 15 16 29 18 20 19 17 7 21 29 22 23 29 22 6
HMXE2100 Feather Shaft (2) 1 29 AXE100 CP/SS/SSL HMXE2103 Blade Grip Spacers (6) 4 7 10 AXE100 SS/SSL 7 29 HMXE2106 Head Linkage (4) HMXE2109 Main Shaft Collar 13 29 HMXE2191 Main Frame 8 11 29 AXE100 CP/SS/SSL 23 6 HMXE2107 Main Shaft 9 29 HMXE2111 Servo Links (3) 12 AXE100 CP/SS/SSL 14 HMXE2185 Ball Link Stud (6) HMXE2201 Main Blade (2) AXE100 FP/MD AXE100 CP/SS 7 AXE100 SS/SSL 16 29 3 AXE100 SS AXE100 FP/MD AXE100 CP/SS/SSL AXE100 CP/SS/SSL HMXG8031 Brushless Motor 5
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HMXE2118 Servo Arm W / Link (3) 19 17 18 AXE100 CP/SS/SSL HMXM2043 10A Control Board AXE100 SS/SSL HMXE2124 Assembled Rotor Head AXE100 CP/SS HMXE2187 Canopy (Green) AXE100 SS HMXE2122 Tail Rotor (Yellow) AXE100 CP 20 21 AXE100 SS 22 AXE100 SS/SSL HMXE2192 Landing Skid W /Screws HMXM2042 TAGS Control Board HMXE2113 Main Gear 23 29 HMXP1010 400mAh Lipo Battery Pack AXE100 SS/SSL HMXE2146 Canopy (Orange) AXE100 FP HMXE2198 Canopy (Gold) HMXG8033 Tail Boom W / Motor HMXE2188 Tail Rotor (Green
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HMXE2197 Main Gear W / Contact Plate HMXG8032 Tail Boom W / Motor and LED 30 AXE100 SSL HMXE2196 LED Plate Contacts 31 AXE100 SSL AXE100 SSL 34 AXE100 SSL HMXE2194 Main Shaft w/ Rotor Head and Board 38 AXE100 SSL 27 HMXE2200 Screw Set AXE100 SSL 36 37 32 AXE100 SSL HMXE2193 Rotor Blades W / LEDs 33 HMXM2044 TAGS Control Board 35
42 39 42 3 1 40 4 7 8 9 HMXE2186 Bullet Rotor Blade (2) 41 AXE100 ALL HMXE2054 CNC Rotor Head (Assembled) HMXE2050 CNC Metal Head Block AXE100 CP/SS/SSL HMXE2052 CNC Metal Swashplate 39 AXE100 CP/SS/SSL 41 HMXE2053 Screw Set CNC Rotor Head HMXE2051 CNC Metal Blade Grips 40 AXE100 CP/SS/SSL 42 HMXE2123 Battery Plug Adaptor JST 1 2 AXE100 CP/SS/SSL AXE100 CP/SS/SSL 28
