One motor runs full blast ALL THE TIME. I have reset it, recycled the remote, noting, it just runs all the time. What can I do. It will not fly!
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I found this via looking for fixes for my TrandLabs SKEYE doing the exact same thing. Ended up here on Amazon at the product page for the Cheerson CX-10 where people are reporting the exact same issue as well. I flew my SKEYE once while at my desk at work, it crashed and does the same ever since... the one motor powers on as soon as you plug it in to charge regardless of the position of the power switch. Wonder if all of these are made at the same factory and just different shells essentially.
1067452
Picked up one of these a few weeks ago. After just four flight, I'm having this exact same problem. One motor is always on full blast, rendering it unflyable.
1067453
so you're saying for instance the front or the back runs all the time, non stop without you even touching the remote?? usually shutting off the copter and the remote and powering them back one at a time fixes it. What I would do is try and let the battery drain out which might clear out the memory, then check for anything clogging the other propellers, then recharge and see how it works. might mean either the remote went defective or the copter itself got hit and now its all messed up.
1067454
Did you put In brand new batteries In the remote,well algo charge the copter no more than 25 non. Recomended time charge 22 min, renombre left stick isnt spring loaded
1067455
I have experienced and corrected this issue twice. Unfortunately this issue is due to a component failure, specifically one of the MOSFETS that drives the motors. The components are pointed out in this image: http://imgur.com/WSvHxHb . I have had success replacing them with IRLML6346TRPBF available at both Mouser.com and Digikey.com. Replacement does require moderate skill soldering surface mount components. I recommend replacing all 4 because replacing only one will leave the motor drive unbalanced since this is not the exact same part.
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My son just received this for Christmas, and on day two he had this same problem. We tried the suggestions made here, but that didn't resolve the issue. I called the customer support number listed on the instruction sheet for Hobbico 1-217-398-8970. The rep said they have had units with this issue and quickly offered to send him a new one.
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Hi Weaver, I'm not too sure if you have done this : 1. What you need to do is: turn on the Remote First 2. Turn on the Estes Proto Next 3. Lower the left stick down completely and turn it slowly towards right while the left stick is still pointing down - hold it that way 4. Move the Right stick to and fro(left and right) quickly no of times until the LEDs on the Estes Proto Blink 5. This tells you that the accelerometer is callibrated with this your Estes should work perfect. if still the probelm persists then: with your explanation it appears the ESC driving the motors are likely damaged, if this was in this state when you opened the BOX then you have an email address mentioned in the User Manual, write to Hobbico with sufficient explanation, and if this is a genuine defect you get a replacement from the manufacturer.
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Email Estes support they are very helpful... For me they just replaced the product
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No problems yet although I must clean both motors often as they constantly pick up dust and what looks to be carpet fuzz. Tiny strands of something wrap around both motors and I'm sure cause some drag on them. Good Luck.
1328923
Sounds like it's defective. I would contact the company. Mine works pretty well, tho I haven't used one in this price range before. The attachment of the brush to the motor sometimes vibrates loose while in use. I bought a couple of extra brushes so hope the unit lasts a while. The included travel brush is less robust, but performance is ok.
1581424
I've thought the same worry and stress about losing the remote which would render the fan useless. I would contact the company... I am too... and ask. I'm sure they will sell us just the remote.
179445
I wish I had an answer for you. We used ours for one season and it has stopped working properly already (won't move forward or backward, but motor is working). If you call the manufacturer, there is a list of local repair shops you can take it to.
1127313
Mine seems to always have the motor running. Mine works great and is not broke. It is not the quietest fan however I have nothing to worry about. I would call then manufacture for more information.
392792
Yes it is. I experienced this problem with two different models and each time the motor did burn out. Brand new this quad-copter is great fun and easy to learn to fly. I can not believe how high I was able to get it to go and still maintain control of it. If they could work out the motor problem, it would be a great toy for anyone.
2198527
Sounds like the motor is defective. You should return the product to Amazon for a replacement.
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Ask Amazon if they'll take it back, but at this point probably not, they figure you've crashed it enough that you are the problem. I bought a second one without a control box, and installed a new rotor, this way you have one to look at that is fine. Now I have two. Fly one then the other, neither engine getting too hot. If you're going to get into this, you are not just the pilot but the ground crew too. Stuff happens...
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Change your motor drive function to timer/ remote control. This video should help. It's a different remote, but same setting. You can skip about a minute into the video. http://youtu.be/org_fh7Gri8
1951121
I do NOT know why they requested I answer this question for you. I however have not had any motor trouble. Mine every once in a while will vibrate way to loud. But I don't run mine 247. I keep it off most days. It's on to allow the cat's or the kids that are over here to have a little fun & watch it but other than that I don't keep it on 247 it makes more noise than I prefer. I hope you are able to get your motor fixed.
662621
Does it stop spinning if you lower the throttle to zero? If it doesn't then the controller is defective. Suggest returning the complete unit it to exchange for a new set. Best wishes.
2147593
I think its just a luck of the draw...I unfortunately got a lemon as the motor burned up after 35 min of walking. Weslo is sending a replacement for the motor so we will see how that goes.
1571214
Sorry to say, but I think you have a bad motor. I would return it if possible or call Proform to replace it especially if you recently purchased it.
869227
This company has been entirely irresponsible about this product. I spent $$ to replace two motors and currently not working at all. They promised to get back to me when a better motor was available but never did, tired of calling, am not using it now. Don't know about the spinner, maybe try putting it in better and wait , sometimes doesn't work right away. good luck
1237441
it sounds like you need to push the fly/run button on the controller (lower right side). If you have pushed that button to change from run to fly, you may have a defective controller. This is a fantastic RC vehicle, I really hope this works for you and you enjoy it as much as I have.
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I looked at mine and there is no way to reverse the motor. It spins on way and one way only. Why would you need to reverse it anyways?