E-flite P-51D Mustang User guide
P-51D Mustang
Instruction Manual
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NOTICE
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literature, visit www.horizonhobby.com and click on the support tab for this product.
Meaning of Special Language:
The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product:
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND little or no possibility of injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury.
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high
probability of superfi cial injury.
WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product
correctly can result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury.
This is a sophisticated hobby product. 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. Do not use with incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by
Horizon Hobby, LLC. This 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 serious injury.
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AGE RECOMMENDATION:
Not for children under 14
+
years. This is not a toy.
WARNING AGAINST COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS: If you ever need to replace your Spektrum receiver found
in a Horizon Hobby product, always purchase from Horizon Hobby, LLC or a Horizon Hobby authorized dealer to ensure authentic high-quality Spektrum product. Horizon Hobby, LLC disclaims all support and warranty with regards,
but not limited to, compatibility and performance of counterfeit products or products claiming compatibility with
DSM or Spektrum.
Safety Precautions and Warnings
As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the
product or the property of others.
• Always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model to avoid
collisions or injury. This model is controlled by a radio signal subject to
interference from many sources outside your control. Interference can cause
momentary loss of control
• Always operate your model in open spaces away from full-size vehicles,
traffi c and people.
• Always carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional
support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery packs, etc.).
• Always keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of the
reach of children.
• Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not specifi cally designed and
Charging Warnings
CAUTION: All instructions and warnings must be followed exactly.
Mishandling of Li-Po batteries can result in a fi re, personal injury, and/or
property damage.
• By handling, charging or using the included Li-Po battery, you assume all
risks associated with lithium batteries.
• If at any time the battery begins to balloon or swell, discontinue use immediately. If charging or discharging, discontinue and disconnect. Continuing
to use, charge or discharge a battery that is ballooning or swelling can result
in fi re.
• Always store the battery at room temperature in a dry area for best results.
• Always transport or temporarily store the battery in a temperature range of
40–120º F (5–49º C). Do not store battery or aircraft in a car or direct sunlight. If stored in a hot car, the battery can be damaged or even catch fi re.
• Always charge batteries away from fl ammable materials.
• Always inspect the battery before charging and never charge dead or damaged batteries.
protected for this purpose. Moisture causes damage to electronics.
• Never place any portion of the model in your mouth as it could cause serious
injury or even death.
• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.
• Always keep aircraft in sight and under control.
• Always use fully charged batteries.
• Always keep transmitter powered on while aircraft is powered.
• Always remove batteries before disassembly.
• Always keep moving parts clean.
• Always keep parts dry.
• Always let parts cool after use before touching.
• Always remove batteries after use.
• Always ensure failsafe is properly set before fl ying.
• Never operate aircraft with damaged wiring.
• Never touch moving parts.
• Always disconnect the battery after charging, and let the charger cool
between charges.
• Always constantly monitor the temperature of the battery pack while
charging.
• ONLY USE A CHARGER SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED TO CHARGE LI-PO BATTERIES. Failure to charge the battery with a compatible charger may cause fi re
resulting in personal injury and/or property damage.
• Never discharge Li-Po cells to below 3V under load.
• Never cover warning labels with hook and loop strips.
• Never leave charging batteries unattended.
• Never charge batteries outside recommended levels.
• Never attempt to dismantle or alter the charger.
• Never allow minors under the age of 14 to charge battery packs.
• Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places (recommended between 40–120° F or 5–49° C) or place in direct sunlight.
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Table of Contents
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Model Assembly ................................................................................4
Control Horn and Servo Arm Settings .................................................5
Transmitter Setup .............................................................................6
PNP Receiver Selection and Installation .............................................7
Transmitter and Receiver Binding .......................................................7
Battery Installation and ESC Arming ...................................................8
Center of Gravity (CG) .......................................................................9
Control Direction Tests .......................................................................9
AS3X Control Direction Test ............................................................10
Flying Tips and Repairs ....................................................................11
Post Flight .......................................................................................12
Box Contents
Quick Start Information
Transmitter
Setup
Dual Rates
Flight Timer
Setting
Setup your transmitter using the
transmitter setup chart.
High Low
100% 70%
First fl ight 5 Min. 7 Min.
Power Component Service ...............................................................12
Troubleshooting Guide AS3X ...........................................................13
Troubleshooting Guide .....................................................................14
AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code .........................................15
Limited Warranty .............................................................................16
Contact Information .........................................................................17
FCC Information ...............................................................................17
IC Information ..................................................................................17
Compliance Information for the European Union ...............................17
Replacement Parts ...........................................................................62
Optional Parts ..................................................................................63
Specifi cations
BL15 Brushless Outrunner Motor, 950Kv (PKZ5116) Installed Installed
E-fl ite 30-Amp Pro Brushless ESC
(EFLA1030B)
(2) Aileron Servos (PKZ1081)
(1) Rudder Servo (1) Elevator Servo (1) Flap Servo
(PKZ1090)
Spektrum™ AR636, 6-Channel Sport Receiver (SMAR636) Installed
Battery: 11.1V 3S 2200mAh 30C Li-Po (EFLB22003S30)
Battery Charger: 3-cell Li-Po battery balancing charger
Recommended Transmitter:
Full-Range 6 channel (or more) 2.4GHz with Spektrum
DSM2®/DSMX® technology with adjustable Dual Rates.
Prefl ight
1 Remove and inspect contents.
2 Read this instruction manual thoroughly.
3 Charge the fl ight battery.
4 Fully assemble the airplane.
5 Setup Transmitter using transmitter setup chart.
6 Install the fl ight battery in the aircraft (once it has been fully charged).
7 Check the Center of Gravity (CG).
8 Bind the aircraft to your transmitter.
9 Make sure linkages move freely.
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10 Test the retract operation.
11 Test the fl ap operation.
12 Perform the Control Direction Test with the transmitter.
13 Perform the AS3X Control Direction Test with the aircraft.
14 Adjust fl ight controls and transmitter.
15 Perform a radio system Range Test.
16 Find a safe open area to fl y.
17 Plan fl ight for fl ying fi eld conditions.
38.4 in (975mm)
42.8 oz
(1214 g)
To register your product online, visit www.e-fl iterc.com
44 in (1120mm)
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Model Assembly
Wing Installation
Required Adhesives:
Medium CA
1. Connect the fl ap servo connector to the receiver port number 6.
2. Connect the retract Y-harness connectors to the GEAR port number 5 and
the aileron servo connectors to the AILE Y-harness. The left and right servos
can be connected to either side of a Y-harness.
IMPORTANT: Correct operation of the AS3X
both ailerons to the included Y-harness and the AILE channel of the receiver.
NOTICE: DO NOT crush or otherwise damage the wiring when
attaching the wing to the fuselage.
4. Insert the guide pins (A) on the rear of the wing in the fuselage plate holes
(B), then connect the wing to the fuselage using 2 screws (C).
Tip: Carefully support the aircraft while installing or removing screws.
5. Install the scoop (D) on the rear of the wing using medium CA as shown.
NOTICE: Keep glue away from the fl ap torque rods and the fuselage or the
aircraft will not operate correctly.
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system requires connection of
Flaps
Gear
A
B
C
FPO
D
When needed, disassemble in reverse order.
Horizontal Tail Installation
1. Slide the horizontal tail tube (A) into the hole in the rear of the fuselage.
2. Assemble the 2 piece (left and right) horizontal tail (B) as shown. Ensure
the control horn faces down.
3. Apply 4 pieces of tape (C) to the fuselage mounts (one on the top and
bottom of each half of the horizontal tail).
4. Attach the clevis to the elevator control horn (see instructions for clevis
connection).
When needed, disassemble in reverse order.
A
B
C
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Clevis Installation
• Pull the tube from the clevis to the linkage.
• Carefully spread the clevis, then insert the clevis pin into the desired hole in
the control horn.
• Move the tube to hold the clevis on the control horn.
Control Surface Centering
After assembly and transmitter setup, confi rm that the control surfaces are
centered. If the control surfaces are not centered, mechanically center the
control surfaces by adjusting the linkages.
With the fl ap switch in the up position, fl aps should be adjusted so they are
even with the ailerons and/or the root of the wing.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT use sub-trim and trim to center control surfaces. The
AS3X system requires sub-trim and trim set at 0.
If adjustment is required, turn the clevis on the linkage to change the length of
the linkage between the servo arm and the control horn.
After binding a transmitter to the aircraft receiver, set the trims and
sub-trims to 0, then adjust the clevises to center the control surfaces.
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Control Horn and Servo Arm Settings
The table to the right shows the factory settings for the control horns and servo
arms. Fly the aircraft at factory settings before making changes.
NOTICE: If control throws are changed from the recommended settings, the
AR636 gain values may need to be adjusted. Refer to the Spektrum AR636
manual for adjustment of gain values.
After fl ying, you may choose to adjust the linkage positions for the
desired control response. See the lower table.
Horns Arms
Elevator
Rudder
Ailerons
Flaps
More control throw Less control throw
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Transmitter Setup
IMPORTANT: After you set up your model, always rebind the transmitter and
receiver to set the desired failsafe positions.
Dual Rates
Take fi rst fl ights in Low Rate. For landings use high rate elevator.
NOTICE: To ensure AS3X functions properly, do not lower rate values below
50%. If lower rates are desired, manually adjust the position of the pushrods
on the servo arm.
NOTICE: If oscillation occurs at high speed, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide
for more information.
Expo
Expo is factory set in the receiver. After fi rst fl ights, you may adjust expo in your
transmitter or refer to the AR636 receiver manual for expo adjustment.
Computerized Transmitter Setup
(DX6i, DX6, DX7S, DX8, DX9, DX10t and DX18)
Start all transmitter programming with a blank ACRO model (do a model
reset), then name the model.
Set Dual Rates to:
Set Servo Travel to: 100%
1. Go to the SETUP LIST MENU
2. Set MODEL TYPE: ACRO
3. Set REVERSE: Gear Channel
DX6i
4. Go to ADJUST LIST MENU
5. Set FLAPS: Norm 100 Flap and 0 ELEV ; LAND 80 Flap and
10 ELEV.
1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP
2. Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE
3. Set WING TYPE: 1 AIL 1 FLAP
4. Go to the FUNCTION LIST
5. Set SERVO SETUP: Reverse GEAR
DX7S
6. Set FLAP SYSTEM: Choose Flap
DX8
NORM: -100% FLAP and 0% ELEV
MID: -30% FLAP and -3% ELEV
LAND: 80% FLAP and -10% ELEV
SPEED 2.0S: SWITCH = FLAP
1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP
2. Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE
3. Set AICRAFT TYPE:
WING: 1 AIL 1 FLAP
4. Go to the FUNCTION LIST
DX6
5. Set SERVO SETUP: Reverse GEAR
DX9
6. Set FLAP SYSTEM:
DX10t
SELECT SWITCH D:
DX18
POS 0: -100% FLAP and 0% ELEV
POS 1: -30% FLAP and -3% ELEV
POS 2: 80% FLAP and -10% ELEV
SPEED 2.0
HIGH 100%
LOW 70%
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