Estes 4552 - Star Strike User Manual

Estes Air equipment

PN067049 (3-14)

Troubleshooting

Binding Procedure

Easy Repairs

Service

Problem

Motors will not operate

Aircraft is flying too low

Aircraft will not turn

Cause

If crash damage occurs, your aircraft may easily be repaired using household
tape and glue. Clear packing tape works well for most repairs; however,
larger breaks may require glue and tape for best results. Use 5-minute epoxy
or household white glue and allow the glue to dry fully undisturbed.

To replace a broken propeller: Use small needle nose pliers to pry
off a broken propeller from the motor shaft. Press the replacement
propeller onto the motor shaft in the orientation shown in the photo.

There is a left and right propeller. If the propeller thrust is backwards
with throttle applied, swap it with the other replacement propeller.

If your aircraft requires repairs or replacement, DO NOT RETURN TO RETAILER. Contact:

Hobby Services
3002 N. Apollo Drive, Suite 1
Champaign, Il, 61822, U.S.A.
9am-5pm Central Mon.-Fri.
(217) 398-0007
[email protected]

If the controller can no longer communicate with the aircraft, it may need to be “bound” again following the procedure below:

1. Press and hold binding button on top right of controller
2. Turn on controller
3. Turn on aircraft
4. Release binding button
5. Confi rm that the controller now controls the aircraft

Contents

Safety Precautions:
Warning: Do not modify or alter this unit. Changes or modifi cations to this unit not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.

• Do not turn on aircraft unless controller has

been turned on fi rst.

• Keep hands, hair and loose clothing away

from spinning propellers.

• Turn off controller and aircraft when not

in use.

• Parental guidance is recommended while

fl ying.

• Do not submerge into water. This could

damage electronic assemblies.

• Replace batteries in controller with new

ones as soon as any function becomes
diminished.

• Follow operating instructions exactly.
• This is not intended for children under 8

years old.

• Do not fl y the aircraft if any of the parts are

damaged. Repair any damaged or broken
parts before attempting to fl y.

• Have spectators stand behind and away

from the aircraft.

Controller

Star Strike

™

Spare propellers

Estes-Cox Corp.

1295 H Street, PO Box 227

Penrose, CO 81240-0227

A subsidiary of Hobbico, Inc.

KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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INSTRUCTIONS

1. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-
210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired operation.

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

Remark: This device is in accordance with the digital device
grade B limitation and the 15th regulation of FCC. This limitation
requires reasonable anti-interference protection around the
residence. The device can transmit radio wave during use and can
interrupt the mobile communication without proper installment.
Interruption will occur for special device. If the device do interrupt
the radio or television, please turn the device off then turn it on to
adjust. Below are some resolution for your reference:

• Move the receiving antenna
• Enlarge the distance between the device and receiver
• Try to not connect the device and the receiver on the same

circuit

• Ask for professional help from experts

3. This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for
radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio
Interference Regulations of Industry Canada.

FCC STATEMENT AND

INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE:

Battery Requirements for Controller:
Requires: 6 x 1.5V AA size batteries (not included)

Care and Maintenance:
• Regularly examine all parts for damage. If any is found,

do not use again until the damage has been repaired.

Battery Cautions:
• Parental guidance is recommended when installing or

replacing batteries.

• For best performance, use new alkaline batteries in

controller.

• Do not power controller by mixing different types of

batteries, or old and new batteries.

• Use only batteries of the same or equivalent type as

those recommended.

The aircraft is equipped with a rechargeable 3.7V
Li-Ion battery. Please pay attention to the following
cautions for safe use:
• Do not dispose of battery into fi re or heat.
• Do not use or leave battery near a heat source, such

as fi re or a heater.

• Do not strike battery or throw it against a hard surface.
• Do not immerse battery into water. Keep battery cool

and dry.

• Do not directly solder battery or pierce it with a nail or

other sharp object.

• Do not transport or store battery together with metal

objects such as necklaces, hairpins, etc.

• Do not disassemble or alter battery.
• Recycle used batteries.

• The battery in the aircraft is not replaceable.

CAUTION: Changes or modifi cations to this product
not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance may void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.

Do not touch the spinning propellers
or fl y over another person’s head.
Adult supervision is required.

90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR PRODUCT TO THE STORE – Estes will repair or replace factory defects for 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty
specifi cally does not cover crash damage, misuse or abuse. To make a warranty claim, please contact our product support team at 1-217-398-8970 or e-mail
us at [email protected]

If requested by Product Support, please send defective product to: Hobby Services, 3002 N Apollo Dr., Suite #1, Champaign, IL 61822

This warranty applies only if the product is operated in compliance with the instructions and warnings provided with each model. Estes assumes no liability except for
the exclusive remedy or repair of parts as specifi ed above. Estes shall not be liable for consequential or incidental damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion of
consequential or incidental damages so the above exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.

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