E-flite 25-Size Fiberglass ARF Floats User Manual

25-Size Float Set

Assembly Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction

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Tools Required Adhesives Required Using the Manual Replacement Parts Limited Warranty Period Limited Warranty & Limits of Liability Safety Precautions Questions, Assistance, and Repairs Questions or Assistance Inspection or Repairs Warranty Inspection and Repairs Non-Warranty Repairs Float Installation (J-3 Cub) Linkage Installation Float Installation (Ultra Stick 25E) Linkage Installation Float Flying 2006 Official AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code

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Thank you for purchasing the E-flite™ Fiberglass Floats. They have been designed for optimum performance when used with our J-3 Cub (EFL4000), Ultra Stick 25e (EFL4025), and other upcoming 25-size ARF planes. The floats have been constructed from high quality fiberglass, have been painted with fuel-proof paint for glow applications, and have the struts pre-welded for ease of installation. The floats are ready to use out of the box with only minor assembly required by the builder. We hope you enjoy your float experience as much as we have.

Tools Required

Phillips screwdriver File or rotary tool Hobby knife Pliers Drill Drill bit: 5/64" (2mm) Hex wrench: 1.5mm, 3/32"

Adhesives Required

Replacement Parts

HAN8000 6-Minute Epoxy Threadlock

Using the Manual

This manual is divided into sections to help make assembly easier to understand, and to provide breaks between each major section. In addition, check boxes have been placed next to each step to keep track of each

step completed. Steps with a single circle () are performed once, while steps with two circles ( ) indicate that the

step will require repeating, such as for a right or left wing panel, two servos, etc.

Remember to take your time and follow the directions.

EFLA501 Wire Struts EFLA502 Float A ELFA503 Water Rudder EFLA504 Hardware Package EFLA505 Float B

Note: Both floats are identical in construction. When reordering parts, Float B (EFLA505) has the holes drilled on the stern for the rudder assembly mount bracket. Float B (EFLA502) does not have the holes pre-drilled.

Limited Warranty Period

Horizon Hobby, Inc. guarantees this product to be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of purchase.

Limited Warranty & Limits of Liability

Pursuant to this Limited Warranty, Horizon Hobby, Inc. will, at its option, (i) repair or (ii) replace, any product determined by Horizon Hobby, Inc. to be defective. In the event of a

defect, these are your exclusive remedies.

product and will not cover consequential, incidental or collateral damage. Horizon Hobby, Inc. reserves the right to inspect any and all equipment involved in a warranty claim. Repair or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, Inc. Further, Horizon Hobby reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice.

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. HORIZON HOBBY, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use, or modiﬁcation of or to any part of the product. This warranty does not cover damage due to improper installation, operation, maintenance, or attempted repair by anyone other than an authorized Horizon Hobby, Inc. service center. This warranty is limited to the original purchaser and is not transferable. In no case shall Horizon Hobby’s liability exceed the original cost of the purchased

As Horizon Hobby, Inc. has no control over use, setup, final assembly, modification or misuse, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any resulting damage or injury. By the act of use, setup or assembly, the user accepts all resulting liability.

If you as the purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this product, you are advised to return this product immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase.

Safety Precautions

Questions or Assistance

This is a sophisticated hobby product and not a toy. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This

product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision.

The product manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or injury.

Questions, Assistance, and Repairs

Your local hobby store and/or place of purchase cannot provide warranty support or repair. Once assembly, setup or use of the product has been started, you must contact Horizon Hobby, Inc. directly. This will enable Horizon to better answer your questions and service you in the event that you may need any assistance.

For questions or assistance, please direct your email to productsupport@horizonhobby.com, or call 877.504.0233 toll free to speak to a service technician.

Inspection or Repairs

If your product needs to be inspected or repaired, please call for a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA). Pack the product securely using a shipping carton. Please note that original boxes may be included, but are not designed to withstand the rigors of shipping without additional protection. Ship via a carrier that provides tracking and insurance for lost or damaged parcels, as Horizon Hobby, Inc. is not responsible for merchandise until it arrives and is accepted at our facility. Include your complete name, address, phone number where you can be reached during business days, RMA number, and a brief summary of the problem. Be sure your name, address, and RMA number are clearly written on the shipping carton.

Warranty Inspection and Repairs

Non-Warranty Repairs

To receive warranty service, you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase date. Providing warranty conditions have been met, your product will be repaired or replaced free of charge. Repair or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby.

Should your repair not be covered by warranty and the expense exceeds 50% of the retail purchase cost, you will be provided with an estimate advising you of your options. You will be billed for any return freight for non-warranty repairs. Please advise us of your preferred method of payment. Horizon Hobby accepts money orders and cashiers checks, as well as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover cards. If you choose to pay by credit card, please include your credit card number and expiration date. Any repair left unpaid or unclaimed after 90 days will be considered abandoned and will be disposed of accordingly.

Electronics and engines requiring inspection or repair should be shipped to the following address (freight prepaid):

Horizon Service Center

4105 Fieldstone Road

Champaign, Illinois 61822

All other products requiring inspection or repair should be shipped to the following address (freight prepaid):

Horizon Product Support

4105 Fieldstone Road

Champaign, Illinois 61822

Float Installation (J-3 Cub)

Required Parts

• Fuselage • Landing gear

• Ventral fin mount • Ventral fin

• 3mm setscrew (4) • Hex wrench: 1.5mm

• Nylon bracket (4)

• 5/32" wheel collar (4)

• 3mm x 12mm sheet metal screw (16)

• 2mm x 12mm sheet metal screw (3)

• Nylon strap (2)

Required Tools and Adhesives

• Phillips screwdriver • File or rotary tool

• Threadlock • Hobby knife

• 6-minute epoxy

 1. Remove the packing material from the landing

gear. Attach it to the fuselage using the two nylon straps that were used to hold on the main gear and the two nylon straps included with the float kit. Use 2mm x 12mm screws to install the nylon straps.