GAUPNER HoTT Hornet 250 Manual

Manual

HoTT Hornet 250

Tricopter

No. 16540

No. 16540.C

No. 16540.CAM

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Index

Introduction ......................................................................... 4

Service Centre .................................................................... 4

Intended use ....................................................................... 5

Package content ................................................................. 5

Symbols explication ........................................................... 6

Safety notes ........................................................................ 6

Installation ........................................................................... 9

Construction of the front arms .......................................... 9

Construction of the back arm ........................................... 9

Assembling the main chassis .......................................... 12

Installing the upper chassis plate ................................... 12

Assembly of the head ....................................................... 13

Installing the head ............................................................ 15

Installing the FPV transmitter with the camera BEC on the upper chassis plate .................................................... 15

Installing the controller and the BEC .............................. 16

Installing the receiver ....................................................... 16

Installing the arms on the main chassis plate ............... 17

Schematic diagram .......................................................... 18

Soldering the XT-60 connector ........................................ 18

Commissioning version 16540.CAM

............................... 19

Commissioning version 16540 or 16540.C

..................... 19

Receiver’s binding ............................................................ 19

Necessary pre-settings on the transmitter .................... 20

Initialization of the gyro in the receiver .......................... 20

Installing the propellers ................................................... 21

First flight .......................................................................... 21

Using camera / transmitter version 16540.CAM

............ 22

LED function head ............................................................ 22

Technical Data .................................................................. 23

Replacement parts ........................................................... 24

Firmware update receiver ................................................ 25

Declaration of conformity ................................................ 26

Notes on environmental protection ................................ 27

Care and maintenance ..................................................... 27

Warranty certificate .......................................................... 27

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Introduction

Thank you very much for purchasing the Graupner HoTT Hornet.

This Tricopter is extremely versatile. This manual is valid for all tricopters listed on the cover sheet.

Read this manual carefully to achieve the best results with your

HoTT Hornet and first of all to safely control your models. If you experience any trouble during operation, take the instructions to help or ask your dealer or Graupner Service Centre.

Due to technical changes, the information may be changed in this manual without prior notice. Be always updated by checking periodically on our website, www.graupner.de

to be always uptodate with the products and firmwares.

This product complies with national and European legal requirements.

To maintain this condition and to ensure safe operation, you must read and follow this user manual and the safety notes before using the product!

NOTE

This manual is part of that product. It contains important information concerning operation and handling. Keep these instructions for future reference and give it to third person in case you gave the product.

Service Centre

Graupner Central Service

Graupner/SJ GmbH

Henriettenstraße 96

D-73230 Kirchheim/Teck

Graupner USA

3941 Park Dr Suite 20-571

El Dorado Hills, CA 95762

Servicehotline

(+49) (0)7021/722-130

Monday - Thursday:

9:15 am - 4:00 pm

Friday:

9:15 am - 1:00 pm

 [email protected]

Website: www.graupnerusa.com

Phone: +1 855-572-4746

Email:[email protected]

Graupner in Internet For the service centers outside Germany please refer to our web site www.graupner.de

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Intended use

The HoTT Hornet is a remote controlled tricopter. Other components are required, depending on the version, to be able to use the HoTT Hornet . Punctual technical information about the components can be found in the Technical data section.

The HoTT Hornet is designed exclusively to be used as a battery-powered, radio controlled model, any other use is not allowed. For any improper use no warranty or liability is accepted.

Read through this entire manual before you attempt to assemble or use or use the HoTT Hornet .

Graupner/SJ constantly works on the development of all products; we reserve the right to change the item, its technology and equipment.

Target group

HoTT Hornet is not a toy. It is not suitable for children under 14 years. For questions about radio-controlled models, please contact an experienced RC model expert or a RC model club.

Package content

Version

Chassis

2x MOTOR

1x MOTOR

ESC

Camera

Camera BEC

OSD cable

VM with SBEC

Propeller

Servo

Receiver

FPV module

LED & module

Velcro cable tie

Velcro and fleece tape

Set small parts / screws 1

Camera cable( JR Y cable) 1

Camera cable ( JR to ZHR

3P)

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

16540.C 16540

16540.C

16540.C

S7049

S7050

-

S3056.1

-

-

S8446

2x 1348.6X3

2x 1349.6X3

2x 1349.6X3L

-

7905.1

-

1

1

16540.CAM

16540.C

S7049

S7050

S3056.1

48334

S8446.10

48334

S8446

2x 1348.6X3

2x 1349.6X3

2x 1349.6X3L

7905.1

S1019

-

20X20 2 pieces

S8460

RGB LED + 3971

1587.200.R

1587.200.R

20X20 2EA

1

1

1

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Symbols explication

!

Always observe the information indicated by this warning sign.

Particularly those which are additionally marked with the CAU-

TION or WARNING . The signal word WARNING indicates the potential for serious injury, the signal word CAUTION indicates possibility of lighter injuries.

The signal word Note indicates potential malfunctions.

Attention indicates potential damages to objects.

Thread lock This symbol shows that thread lock must be used.

Pay attention to the hazard notices on the package.

Soldering instructions this symbol shows that it is necessary to solder some parts.

Shrink tube instruction This symbol shows that it is necessary to isolate with shrink tube.

Safety notes

WARNING

!

This safety notes are intended to protect you and other people.

They are also used for safe handling the product. Therefore please read this section very carefully before using the product!

• Do not carelessly leave the packaging material lying around, since it might become a dangerous toy for children.

• Persons, including children, with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, or not capable to assemble and use safely the HoTT Hornet must not use the HoTT Hornet without supervision or instruction by a responsible person.

• Operation and use of radio-controlled models needs to be learned! If you have never operated a model of this type before, start carefully and make yourself familiar with the model's reactions to the remote control commands. Proceed responsibly.

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Inform yourself before flying your model on which maximum altitude you can fly in the uncontrolled airspace over the starting position and do not exceed it.

• First, always perform a range and function test on the ground

(to do so, hold your model tight), before you use your model.

Repeat the test with running motor and with short throttle bursts.

• Before you start using the remote control model, you have to check the further relevant laws and regulations. These laws you must obey in every case. Pay attention to the possibly different laws of the countries.

• The insurance is mandatory for all kinds of model operation.

If you already have one, so please inform yourself if the operation of the respective model is covered by your insurance.

If this is not the case, conclude a special liability insurance policy for models. We recommend to provide the HoTT Hornet with a label, where are indicated the name, address, tel. n., E-mail and Insurance N. So that the copter can be clearly assigned in the event of a crash.

• Due to safety and licensing reasons (CE), any unauthorized reconstruction and/or modification of the product is prohibited.

• Only use the components and spare parts that we recommend. Always use matching, original Graupner plug-in connections of the same design and material.

• Make sure that all of the plug-in connections are tight. When disconnecting the plug-in connections, do not pull the cables.

• Protect the Copter from dust, dirt, moisture and other foreign parts. It must be protected from vibration as well as excessive heat or cold. The models may only be operated remotely in normal outside temperatures such as from -10°C to

+55°C.

• Only operate all your HoTT components using the current software version.

• If you have questions which cannot be answered by the operating manual, please contact us (contact information see page 3) or another expert in the field.

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WARNING

!

P

Safety notes during the use

• Also while programming, make sure that a connected electric motor cannot accidentally start. Injury risk by the turning propellers! Always remove the propellers when programming. Program always the motors stop switch on the transmitter. (See transmitter manual)

• Avoid shock and pressure. Check the HoTT Hornet regularly for damages to the housings and cables, specially after a crash of the model. Damaged or wet electronic components, even if re-dried, should no longer be used!

• Never touch the turning propellers, this can cause serious injury.

• The propellers must be mounted securely, thrown parts can cause serious injury.

• Keep long hair, loose clothing such as scarves, loose shirts or similar well away from the danger zone of the revolving propeller, they may be withdrawn by the propeller, flying debris can cause serious injury.

• Observe the safety notes of the required components.

Note:

After you perceive your model, check if all components are inside the package and eventual damages.

Remove the battery from the model when transporting or when not in use.

During transport protect the model and the transmitter from damages.

The fron arms of the copter can be folded for transport.

Care:

Clean the Copter, the battery and the charger only with the suitable cleaners. Good is a spirit-free cloth. Never use chemical cleaners, solvents, petrol, alcohol or similar.

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Installation

Construction of the front arms

Required parts

Front arms, left / right

2x skids, front

2x Motor S7049

4x Screws M3x8

4x Screws M3x14

Note

This assembling manual is valid for the version 16540.C and

16540 so as a guide for disassembling the 16540.CAM version in case of repair.

Required accessories

Allen key 1 and 1,5 mm

Phillips screwdriver 1,5 mm

Construction of the back arm

1

Required parts

Rear arm

Nut M3

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Required parts

Rear skid

1x Screw M3x8

2

Required parts

Lower motor holder

2x Ball bearings

3

Required parts

Servo

Upper motor holder

4

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Required parts

Servo holder

1x Screw M3x24

2x Screws M2x15

5

Required parts

1x Motor S7050

2x Screws M3x5

6

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Assembling the main chassis

Required parts

Lower left lateral part

Lower right lateral part

Main chassis plate

8x Screws M3x8

2x Spacer tubes

Installing the upper chassis plate

Required parts

Upper left lateral part

Upper right lateral part

Upper chassis plate

4x Screws M3x8

4x Nuts M3

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Assembly of the head

1

Required parts

Eye, left

Eye, right

4x M1,7x4

Required parts

2x Antenna tubes, curved

2

Required parts

LED

Glue pads

3

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Required parts

4x M1,7x4

4

Required parts

LED module

Glue pads

5

Required parts

3x M2x5

6

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Installing the head

Required parts

4x Screws M2x4

Installing the FPV transmitter with the camera BEC on the upper chassis plate

Required parts

3x Cable ties

3x Glue pads

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Installing the controller and the BEC

Required parts

3x Controllers

1x VM with SBEC

4x Glue pads

4x Cable ties

Installing the receiver

Required parts

1x Receiver

1x Glue pad

2x Antenna tubes

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Installing the arms on the main chassis plate

Required parts

4x Screws M3x30

2x Screws M3x8

4x Nuts M3

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Schematic diagram

1 Motor right

7

8

5

6

2

3

4

12

13

14

9

10

11

ESC right / channel 1

Camera BEC

Camera

Transmitter

Receiver

VM+SBEC / Telemetry

ESC back / channel 3

Motor back

Servo / channel 4

Motor left

ESC left / channel 2

SXM module / channel 6

LED boards

Soldering the XT-60 connector

Required parts

XT-60 connector

2x Shrink tubes

4

14

1

11

5

13

2

12

3

7

6

+

-

8

1.

2.

10

9

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Warning

!

Risk of injury by rotating propellers in case the motors start.

Install the propellers only after the following programming.

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Commissioning version 16540.CAM

To start fling you need the following items:

 Transmitter HoTT (MX-12 / MZ-12 or higher)

 LiPo battery 3S, Graupner LiPo battery V-MAXX 50 C 3/1500 mAh, No. 9717.3.D35

 Video goggles or LCD monitor

Receiver

The transmitter is already completely set for HoTT Hornet . To program some parameters, refer to the manual included with the receiver.

Battery installation

Fix the battery with the included velcro tape and the fleece pad into the battery case. Place the battery so that the tricopter’s center of gravity is in the middle of the frame.

Commissioning version 16540 or 16540.C

These versions can be completed with different assembly parts, pay attention to the use of the different parts in the manual.

We recommend the parts listed in the spare parts list because they are specifically made for the tricopter.

Receiver’s binding

If you wish to bind the receiver to a new model memory, this is the procedure:

 Switch the transmitter’s RF section off in the “Basic model settings” menu (see transmitter manual)

 Switch on the receiver and put it in binding mode, by pressing and holding the binding button (green and red LED on the receiver are flashing)

 Initiate binding in the transmitter’s “Basic model settings” menu.

 If the red LED of the receiver goes out within about 10 seconds and the green LED is illuminated, the binding process has been completed successfully. Your transmitter/receiver combination is now ready for operation.

 If the red LED is still lit, the "binding“ failed. In this case, repeat the whole procedure.

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Necessary pre-settings on the transmitter

In the transmitter it must be selected a free model memory, the model type must be “surface model“ and the channel 1 direction must be set so that in “motor off“ position the power indicator must show -100%.

Do not forget to set the failsafe up!

Program the motor stop switch!

The flight mode must be set on channel 5. Then program a 2 way switch for channel 5 to control the flight mode:

Attitude mode: Channel 5 = -100% to +50%. The stick movement influences the HoTT Hornet reaction on Roll and Nick. It allows a maximal angle of about 50° at 100% of stick movement. Mode suggested for beginners. The stick movements acts directly proportionally to Roll and Nick.

Rate mode: Channel 5 = more than +50%. The stick movement influences the rate without angle limit. Aerobatic mode that allows rolls and loopings.

We suggest to set the fail-safe on channel 5 and channel 1 at

-100% , so that in fail safe it is active the attitude mode.

Program always the motors stop switch on the transmitter. (See transmitter manual) This prevents accidental starting of motors, thus reducing the risk of injury.

Initialization of the gyro in the receiver

Once the HoTT Hornet has been switched on, the gyro immediately becomes active but still needs to be initialized. To initialize the gyro, keep your HoTT Hornet still when you switch it on. The calibration process can only be performed when the receiver is absolutely still. After 3 seconds in still position you will hear beeps emitted by all motors.

These "wiggles" signal that initialization has been successful and that calibration is complete. Always wait until the calibration process has finished before starting to fly the model.

Safety function - motors-off The motors will not start until the calibration is successfully completed.

Auto-flip function version 16540.CAM

The auto-flip function allows you to flip your copter in a very easy way. It is essential that you control in Attitude mode (function not allowed in Rate mode). The auto-flip function is controlled by a switch assigned to channel 6. (see manual S1019) Activate the switch and within 5 sec move the nick or roll stick to more than

50% of its course, then the copter makes autonomously a flip in the selected direction. After the flip it is possible to have some little position movements (<10°)

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Installing the propellers

Warning

!

Risk of injury by rotating propellers in case the motors start.

Always unplug the XT-60 connector to the LiPo battery before working on the propellers.

Install the propellers as shown in the picture below. Pay attention to install the proper propeller to each motor. The propeller rotation sense is written on the propeller (R/L)! The image represents the copter seen from the top.

1 2

Tri L

3

R+L= Servo direction

Servo 4= Yaw

First flight

First flight in Attitude mode!

Pos. 1 - 1348.6x3 R C-Prop yellow

Pos. 2- 1348.6x3 L C-Prop yellow

2

Tri R

Switch the transmitter on and plug the battery to prepare the

HoTT Hornet to fly.

Unfold the arms completely and make sure they are in the correct position.

3

R+L= Servo direction

Servo 4= Yaw

tude mode because so the copter is easier to control. Take firstly confidence with the flight attitude of the HoTT Hornet . Proceed carefully and responsibly.

The included Voltage module with SBEC offers you the possibility to set up to three different voltage alarms in steps of 0,1 V. Thus read the manual of the module and of your HoTT transmitter.

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Using camera / transmitter version 16540.CAM

Camera and transmitter are assembled and connected.

Scan the transmitter's frequency in your suitable optional video goggle or video monitor.

The video signal transmission begins as soon as the battery is connected. The channel of the transmitter is factory set to channel 01.

If you want to change the transmitting channel of the transmitter, proceed as follows: Set the micro-switch bar on the transmitter circuit board according to the included manual for the desired channel.

Video transmitter technical data

No. S8460

 Operating voltage DC (V): 7 - 22,2 (3S LiPo)

 Width [mm]: 24

 Height [mm]: 12

 Length [mm]: 35

 Frequency GHz: 5,8

 Channels: 22

 Output mW: 25

 Weight [g]: 12

LED function head

Version 16540.CAM

In the head of the HoTT Hornet there is a LED illumination of the eyes. The color of the LEDs can be changed through a specifically programmed control on the channel 6 of the transmitter.

Read the manual included with the Switch module SXM No.

3971.

Version 16540

In the head of the HoTT Hornet there is a LED illumination of the eyes. Connect the SXM module to a free channel of the receiver.

Program a control for this channel on your transmitter. Then you can switch the colors of the LEDs. (see SXM module manual)

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Technical Data

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ULTRA 2806 2300KV

Brushless Motor (clockwise and counter-clockwise)

 Turns/Volt - 2300KV

 Diameter - 28mm

 Input voltage - 2-4S LiPo

 Shaft diameter - 5mm

 (clockwise and counter-clockwise)

Speed controller Ultra Control 20A Race

 Input voltage - 2-4S LiPo

 Dimensions - 22x12x5 mm

 Weight - 7 grams

 Maximal current - 20A

 without BEC

Voltage module+SBEC

 Operational voltage - 7,4 to 22,2 V

 BEC voltage - 4,5 to 8V

 Dimensions - 35x17x7 mm

 Weight - 8 grams

Receiver GR-18C

 Operating temperature: - 15...+70 °C

 Antennas: 2 x wires 145 mm

 Total weight approx.: 14 g

 Frequency: 2400 ... 2483.5 MHz

 Range approx.: 4000 m

 Dimensions ca.: 46 x 21 x 14 mm

 Modulation: 2.4 GHz FHSS

 Current consumption: 70 mA

 Operating voltage: (2,5) 3,6 ... 8,4 V

1348.6x3 R+L propellers

 Ø/Pitch: 15/7,5 cm

 Weight ca.: 4.0 g

 Ø/pitch: 6/3 "

 Color: red or yellow

Chassis

 Axle distance: 25 cm

 Chassis height: 9 cm

 Folding arms

 Weight:395 g

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1x

2x

1x

1x

1x

1x

1x

Replacement parts

1x

4x

6x

8x

5x

2x

1x

3x

1x

1x

1x

1x

1x

1x

1x

1x

1x

1x

1x

1x

1x

1x

1x

16540.2

16540.2.1

16540.3

16540.10.1

16540.10.2

16540.10.9

16540.11

16540.12

16540.14.1

16540.14.2

16540.14.3

16540.14.4

16540.19.1

16540.19.2

16540.20

16540.30

S7049

S7050

S3056.1

#4

S8446.10

48334

S8446

2x 1348.6X3R red

2x 1349.6X3L yellow

2x 1349.6X3L yellow

7905.1

S1019

S8460

3971.RGB

1587.200.R

20X20

16540.50

Hornet head

LED eye left/right

Landing frame

Copter arm front left

Copter arm front right

Copter arm rear

Main chassis plate

Upper chassis plate

Upper left lateral part

Upper right lateral part

Lower left lateral part

Lower right lateral part

Upper motor mount

Lower motor mount

Set aluminum spacers

Set screws/small parts

MOTOR 1

MOTOR 2

ESC

Camera

Camera BEC

OSD cable

VM with SBEC

Propeller

Servo

Receiver GR-18C

FPV module

Illumination set RGB

Velcro cable tie

Velcro and fleece tape

LED illumination rear

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Firmware update receiver

Updates to the receiver’s firmware are made via the telemetry socket using a PC running Windows XP, Vista or 7. You will also need a USB interface, order No. 7168.6, and adapter lead, order

No. 7168.6A or 7168.S, which are available separately.

The programs and files required can be found in the Download area for the corresponding products at www.graupner.de.

Connect the adapter lead to the USB interface No. 7168.6. The connectors are reverse polarity protected: note the small chamfers on the sides. Never use force – the connectors should engage easily.

Connect the adapter lead to the receiver's telemetry socket. The connectors are reverse polarity protected: note the small chamfers on the sides. Never use force – the connectors should engage easily.

Starting the "Slowflyer/Gyro receiver update"

We recommend accessing the "Slowflyer/Gyro receiver update" program from the "Firmware_Up-grade_grStudio" program.

Click on the "Receiver Downloader" item under "Link" in the left function menu. (Alternatively, select the "Micro Receiver

Upgrade" under "Menu").

It is also possible to start the associated application program directly. By double-clicking on the file “micro_gyro_swloader. exe”. You will find this .exe file in the "Graupner_ PC Software" folder of the "HoTT_Software VX" package.

A program window will now appear in which you should first set the "correct" COM port for the USB interface No. 7168.6 in the selection window.

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If you are not sure which port to use, check the COM port in the

"Select Port" window in the "Menu" of the "Firmware_Up-grade_ grStudio" and note down the COM port number for the "Silicon

Labs CP210x USB to UART Bridge" entry – in this case "COM03".

(If you select the wrong port, you will be alerted to this when you read out the receiver data).

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Click on "File" to load the corresponding firmware file named

"MicroStabi7X_V_XX.bin" from the hard disc ("XX" stands for the version number).

When the file has loaded, click on start...

... connect the receiver and switch it on.

The progress bar shows that the transfer is running normally.

The receiver LED lights up red and green during this process and flashes red and green alternately once the transfer is complete.

Please refer to the detailed update instructions for the item in question in the Download area at www.graupner.de

.

Declaration of conformity

16540 HoTT Hornet

Graupner/SJ declares that the product is conform to EU norms.

EN 62479:2010

EN 60950-1:2006+A11:2009+A1:2010+A12:2011+A2:2013

EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2; EN 301 489-3 V1.6.1

EN 300 440-1 V1.6.1; EN 300 440-2 V1.4.1

EN 300 328 V1.9.1

The Declarations of conformity of the single components are included in the manuals of the related components.

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Notes on environmental protection

Disposal notes

This symbol on the product, user manual or packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of its life. It must be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.

The materials are recyclable as marked. By recycling, material reusing or other forms of scrap usage you are making an important contribution to environmental protection.

Batteries and accumulators must be removed from the device and disposed of at an appropriate collection point. Please inquire if necessary from the local authority for the appropriate disposal site.

Care and maintenance

P Notes on care

The product does not need any maintenance, it works so as it is without any special care. In your own interests protect it from dust, dirt and moisture.

Warranty certificate

The Graupner, Henriettenstrassee 96, 73230 Kirchheim/Teck grants from the date of purchase of this product for a period of

24 months. The warranty applies only to the material or operational defects already existing when you purchased the item.

Damage due to misuse, wear, overloading, incorrect accessories or improper handling are excluded from the guarantee. The legal rights and claims are not affected by this guarantee. Please check exactly defects before a claim or send the product, because we have to ask you to pay shipping costs if the item is free from defects.

The present construction or user manual is for informational purposes only and may be changed without prior notice. The current version can be found on the Internet at www.graupner.de

on the relevant product page. In addition, the company Graupner has no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in construction or operation manuals.

No liability can be accepted for printing errors.

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