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How to Replace the Canopy on the Alloy Shark

The Syma Alloy Shark is a 3-channel, radio-controlled, or RC, helicopter. This miniature helicopter uses coaxial rotors to provide maximum maneuverability through simplistic machinery. A highly stylized canopy provides damage protection for the inner mechanics in the event of collisions. Learn how to replace the Alloy Shark's canopy to ensure that your helicopter is in optimum flying condition.

Things You'll Need

Replacement Alloy Shark canopy
Screwdriver

Instructions

- 1
  Use the screwdriver to loosen the two screws that fasten the canopy to the aircraft's chassis. Look for the screws on either side of the canopy, directly over the main rotor blades; they're at the farthest point from the nose of the canopy.
- 2
  Remove the screws, then pull the two sides of the canopy up to detach them from the chassis. Pull the entire canopy off the chassis.
- 3
  Install the replacement canopy by pushing it onto the chassis, then align the two screw mounting braces into the two screw holes on either side of the chassis. Secure the canopy by tightening the two screws on either side.

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