E-flite ElectraJet EP w-ESC Delta Mix User Manual
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Specifications
Wingspan: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33.25" (844.6 mm)
Overall Length. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29" (736.6 mm)
Ready-To-Fly Weight. . . . . . . . 16–24 oz (436.6–680.4 g)
Radio (not included) . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-channel minimum
Battery Pack (not included) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-cell 600mAh pack recommended
Speed Controller (included). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . minimum 15-amp recommended
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
• Assembly time 3–5 hours
• Foam construction
• Stable, sporty flight characteristics
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Introduction
Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Assembly Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Kit Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Required Additional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Assembling the Main Wing and Servos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Installing the Motor Mount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Assembling the Vertical Stabilizers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Assembling the Canopy and Hatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Assembling the Motor and Propeller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Installing the Speed Controller and Delta Mixer . . . . . . . . . 11
Assembling the Tail Fin and Servo Connectors . . . . . . . . . . 12
Battery Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Prior to First Flight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Flight Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
AMA Safety Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
ElectraJet Spare Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Glossary of Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Congratulations! You have purchased the E-Flite
™
ElectraJet™,
a high-quality, electric ARF (Almost-Ready-To-Fly) R/C
park flyer.
If you are able to successfully fly a trainer-type R/C airplane
on your own, you should feel confident flying your electric
ElectraJet. Please take into consideration that smaller, lightweight park flyers like the ElectraJet fly best with no wind or
very light wind conditions.
If you are a first time R/C pilot, seek the guidance of an experienced R/C pilot before flying your ElectraJet. Flying with a more
experienced R/C flyer may prevent an unfortunate and untimely
loss of your airplane, as well as prevent possible injury to you
or spectators or damage to property.
The hobby shop where you purchased this kit may be able to
recommend a local R/C flying club that you could join. R/C
flying clubs often have very experienced R/C pilots who are
happy to provide guidance to less-experienced R/C pilots who
would like to develop flying skills. R/C flying clubs also have
dedicated R/C flying sites, which are best choices for flying
any type of R/C aircraft.
We hope your E-Flite ElectraJet brings you may hours of R/C
flying enjoyment. Thank you for purchasing this E-Flite product.
WARNING
An R/C aircraft is not a toy! If misused, it can cause serious
bodily harm and damage property. Fly only in open areas,
preferably AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics) approved
flying sites. Follow all included instructions.
Assembly Tips
Carefully read assembly instructions and inspect all parts prior
to assembly.
In the assembly instructions, the left and right of the airplane
refer to the left and right side, as if you were stationed in the
cockpit.
Use 12-minute epoxy and silicone sealant for model assembly.
Moderate, but not excessive, amounts of adhesive are recommended. Remember to use what you need and no more. It is
important to keep park flyers light, adhesives add weight.
Build you model on a solid, flat surface in a well lit and well
ventilated location.
If you are an inexperienced builder, we recommend seeking the
guidance of a more experienced model builder to help you
assemble the kit.
If you encounter difficulty in any construction sequence, please
contact one of our technicians at
Horizon Hobby, Inc.
4105 Fieldstone Road
Champaign, IL 61822
(877) 504-0233
www.horizonhobby.com
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Tools and Supplies Needed
(not included in kit)
• Sharp hobby knife
• Double-sided servo tape
• Round file (small)
• Velcro®Tape
• Needle-nose pliers
• Masking tape
• Wire cutters
• Black felt-tipped pen or pencil
• Phillips screwdriver
• Flat-head screwdriver (medium)not included in kit)
• 1.5mm Allen wrench
• Sanding block with fine grit sandpaper
• Ruler
• Drill
• Drill Bit: 1/8"
• 12-minute epoxy
• Rubbing alcohol
• Odorless CA
• Clear silicone sealant
Recommended Radio and
Electronic Equipment
The best choice for your airborne radio equipment would be
the JR AirPac Micro (JRPF640), which combines two JR S241
Sub-Micro servos and one JR R610 6-channel FM micro receiver
into one package. Total weight for this three-piece
package is just over one ounce.
An 8-cell 600mAh battery pack
A speed controller is included in the kit, as is the V-tail mixer
in the deluxe kit (EFLA1000). The best choice for your speed
controller is E-Flite 16-Amp Electric Speed Control (EFLA100).
If you do not have a radio that has delta mixing capabilities,
you can purchase a Delta Mixer for the standard kit (EFLA101).
Required Additional Equipment
Kit Contents
Carefully examine the contents of this kit before you start the
assembly process. It is recommended that you carefully read
through this instruction manual before you start assembly.
Fuselage
Canopy
Motor Cover
Left Wing Panel
Right Wing Panel
Vertical Fins (2)
Everons (2)
Hardware Package
Canopy hatch
Dorsal Fin
Speed Controller
(EFLA100)
Delta Mixer (EFLA101)
Motor + Gearbox
Prop Nut
Set Screw
Propeller
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Step 1. Use a sanding block with fine sandpaper (preferably
400 grit) to remove the flashing from the areas that glue will be
applied on all foam parts. (Please read ahead to find out where
glue will be applied.)
Step 2. Trial fit the wings (both the left and right panel) onto the
fuselage. When you are satisfied with the fit, mix an adequate
amount of 12-minute epoxy and apply the epoxy to the wing
joiner slots (located on the fuselage) onto the main wings.
Step 3. Position the wing panels onto the fuselage and use
masking tape to hold the wing joints together while the epoxy
cures. Wipe off any excess epoxy using rubbing alcohol and a
paper towel. Make sure that the wing panels are perpendicular to
the fuselage. Please note that the masking tape may alter the finish slightly. Allow the epoxy to cure completely.
Step 4. Trial fit the hinges that will be placed into the wing for
the Elevons. Mix an adequate amount of 12-minute epoxy. Apply
to one side of the hinges on the horizontal wing. Use very small
amounts of epoxy when installing the hinges. If epoxy gets into
the hinge points, clean off the epoxy using rubbing alcohol.
Step 5. Apply small amounts of epoxy to the other side of the
hinges on the horizontal wing. Remember to keep the hinge
points clear of epoxy.
Step 6. Insert elevons onto wing.
Assembling the Main Wing and Servos
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Step 7. Please locate the indentations made on the elevons for
the control horns. Install the control horns to the elevons using
12-minute epoxy. Allow the epoxy to cure completely.
Step 8. Locate two micro servos and two sets of pushrod connectors.
Step 9. Attach double-sided servo tape to each of the micro servos.
Step 10. Use a 2.0-mm drill bit to open up the holes in the
servo arm of each servo.
Step 11. Insert the pushrod connectors into the holes in the
servo arms, but do not tighten the servo arm down at this time.
Step 12. Allow the connectors to be free to move.
Step 13. Using a wire cutter or metal snip, trim the excess
plastic away from the servo control arm on each servo. A sharp
hobby knife will also work.
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