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7. General Notes for Setting up the Mechanics
Before starting mechanics assembly, learn about some important notes:
• Every quadrocopter is only as good as its assembly. Therefore, assemble it carefully and precisely according to the
instructions. Incorrectly or wrongly assembled quadrocopters will not only fly much worse, they also pose a considerable
safety risk.
• Assemble the model precisely according to the assembly sketches in the manufacturer’s manual. Also observe that all
metal screw connections must be fastened with special threadlocker varnish (not included). In practice, however, it has
proven sensible to use light- to medium-hard threadlocker varnish for all screw connections to be secured. To be able to
loosen the secured screw connections again for servicing, we advise against using high-hardness threadlocker varnish.
• Open the respective packaging bag only when the components for the respective construction section are actually needed.
Put the individual components in a separate component container (empty freezer box, etc).
• Perform the individual assembly steps only when you have understood all the pending activates and know precisely which
component is to be attached where.
• The included screws have different lengths and different heads. Observe that the correct screws are installed.
• Only use the material included with the construction set. Do not try to modify the model with additional and unsuitable
assembly material. In case of defect, replace the parts and components concerned only with genuine parts from the spare
parts list.
• Use only high-quality assembly tools, such as hexagon socket wrenches with precisely ground and hardened screw drives.
Cheap tools tend to overturn and damage the screw heads.
• Install the quadrocopter on a suitable underground (soft cotton clock, etc.) to protect the mechanics unit from scratches
and damage.
