E-flite UMX™ PT-17 Instruction Manual [ml]

UMX™ PT-17

Instruction Manual
Bedienungsanleitung
Manuel d’utilisation
Manuale di Istruzioni

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NOTICE

All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion
of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product 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.

Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.

Safety Precautions and Warnings

• 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 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.

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• Never operate your model with low transmitter
batteries.

• Always keep aircraft in sight and under control.

• Always use fully charged batteries.

• Always keep the 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.

Table of Contents

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Charger Warnings ..................................................4

Battery Charging ....................................................4

Transmitter and Receiver Binding ...........................5

Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC) ........................................5

Flight Battery Installation and ESC Arming..............6

Center of Gravity (CG) ............................................6

Control Direction Tests ...........................................7

Control Centering ..................................................8

Control Horn Settings .............................................8

Dual Rates .............................................................8

Flying Tips and Repairs ..........................................9

Specifi cations

15.3 in (388mm)

12.2 in (310mm)

1.7oz
(48 g)

Wing Area:

67.5 sq in
(435 sq cm)

Post Flight Checklist ..............................................9

Power Components Service .................................10

Installing the Landing Gear ..................................11

Troubleshooting Guide .........................................12

Limited Warranty .................................................13

Warranty and Service Information ........................15

Compliance Information for the European Union ...15

Replacement Parts ...............................................58

Optional Parts and Accessories ............................59

Installed

Motor: 8.5mm Brushed Motor
Receiver: Spektrum

DSMX® 6Ch UM AS3X® Receiver ESC
(SPMAR6410L)

Servo: (2) 2.3-Gram Performance Linear
Long Throw Servo (SPMSA2030L)
(1) 1.8-Gram Linear Servo (SPMSA2005)

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AS6410

Included

Battery: 150mAh 1S 3.7V 25C Li-Po

(EFLB1501S25)
Battery Charger:

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1S USB Li-Po Charger, 300mA

E-fl ite
(EFLC1008)

Needed to Complete

Recommended Transmitter:

Spektrum™ DSM2®/DSMX® full range
with dual-rates (DX4e and up)

Prefl ight Checklist

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1. Charge fl ight battery.

2. Install fl ight battery in aircraft (once it
has been fully charged).

3. Bind aircraft to transmitter.

4. Make sure linkages move freely.

5. Perform Control Direction Test with
transmitter.

6. Perform AS3X Control Direction Test with
aircraft.

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7. Set dual rates.

8. Adjust center of gravity.

9. Perform a radio system Range Check.

10. Find a safe and open area.

11. Plan fl ight for fl ying fi eld conditions.

12. Set fl ight timer for 5 minutes for fi rst
fl ight.

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Charger Warnings

The battery charger (EFLC1008) included with your
aircraft has been designed to safely charge the
Li-Po battery.

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.

• Never leave charging batteries unattended.

• Never charge batteries overnight.

• 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 (5–49° C).
Do not store the battery or model in a car or direct
sunlight. If stored in a hot car, the battery can be
damaged or even catch fi re.

Battery Charging

LED Indications

CHARGING (Solid Red) ..............................

MAX CHARGE

(off) ...................................

• Always charge batteries away from fl ammable
materials.

• Always inspect the battery before charging.

• 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
a 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 charge batteries outside recommended
levels.

• Never charge damaged batteries.

• Never attempt to dismantle or alter the charger.

• Never allow minors to charge battery packs.

• Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold
places (recommended between 40–120° F (5–49°
C)) or place in direct sunlight.

SOLID RED LED

–Charging

LED OFF

USB Li-Po

–Charge

Charger

Complete

DC Input:5.0V 350mA

EFLC1008

DC Output:4.2V 300mA

CAUTION: Never exceed the recommended

charge rate.

CAUTION: Charge only batteries that are cool
to the touch and are not damaged. Look at the
battery to make sure it is not damaged e.g.,
swollen, bent, broken or punctured.

CAUTION: Always disconnect the fl ight
battery from the charger immediately upon
completion of charging.

Charging a fully discharged (not over-discharged)
150mAh battery takes approximately 45 minutes at
the charger’s 300mA charge rate.

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USB Li-Po
Charger

DC Input:5.0V 350mA
DC Output:4.2V 300mA

USB Li-Po
Charger

DC Input:5.0V 350mA
DC Output:4.2V 300mA

SOLID RED LED

SOLID RED LED

–Charging

LED OFF
–Charge
Complete

EFLC1008

–Charging

LED OFF
–Charge
Complete

EFLC1008

45
MIN.

Transmitter and Receiver Binding

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Binding is the process of programming the receiver to recognize the GUID (Globally Unique Identifi er)
code of a single specifi c transmitter. You need to ‘bind’ your chosen Spektrum
equipped aircraft transmitter to the receiver for proper operation.

Any full range Spektrum DSM2/DSMX transmitter can bind to the DSM2/DSMX receiver. Please visit www.
bindnfl y.com for a complete list of compatible transmitters.

Binding Procedure

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CAUTION: When using a Futaba transmitter with a Spektrum DSM® module, you must reverse the

throttle channel and rebind. Refer to your Spektrum module manual for binding and failsafe
instructions. Refer to your Futaba transmitter manual for instructions on reversing the throttle channel.

1. Refer to your transmitter’s unique instructions for binding to a receiver (location of transmitter’s
Bind control).

2. Make sure the fl ight battery is disconnected from the aircraft.

3. Power off your transmitter.

4. Connect the fl ight battery in the aircraft. The receiver LED will begin to fl ash rapidly (typically after
5 seconds).

5. Make sure the transmitter controls are neutral and the throttle and throttle trim are in low position.

6. Put your transmitter into bind mode. Refer to your transmitter’s manual for binding button or
switch instructions.

7. After 5 to 10 seconds, the receiver status LED will turn solid, indicating that the receiver is bound

to the transmitter. If the LED does not turn solid, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide at the back of
the manual.

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DSM2/DSMX technology

Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC)

When a Li-Po battery is discharged below 3V per
cell, it will not hold a charge. The aircraft’s ESC
protects the fl ight battery from over-discharge
using Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC). Once the battery
discharges to 3V per cell, the LVC will reduce the
power to the motor in order to leave adequate
power to the receiver and servos to land the
airplane.

When the motor power decreases, land the aircraft
immediately and replace or recharge the fl ight
battery.

Always disconnect and remove the Li-Po battery

from the aircraft after each fl ight. Charge your Li-Po
battery to about half capacity before storage. Make
sure the battery charge does not fall below 3V per
cell. Failure to unplug a connected battery will result
in trickle discharge.

For your fi rst fl ights, set your transmitter timer or a
stopwatch to 5 minutes. Adjust your timer for longer
or shorter fl ights once you have fl own the model.

NOTICE: Repeated fl ying to LVC will damage the
battery.

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Flight Battery Installation and ESC Arming

Arming the ESC also occurs after binding as
previously described, but subsequent connection
of a fl ight battery requires the following steps.

It is normal for linear servos to make noise. Noise
is not an indication of a faulty servo.

The AS3X
throttle stick or trim is increased for the fi rst
time. Once active, the control surfaces may
move rapidly and noisily on the aircraft. This is
normal. AS3X technology will remain active until
the battery is disconnected.

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system will not activate until the

Lower throttle and

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throttle trim to
lowest settings.

Power ON the
transmitter, then
wait 5 seconds.

Connect the

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battery to the ESC,
noting proper
polarity.

1-2-3-4-5 Sec.

CAUTION: Always keep hands away
from the propeller. When armed, the motor will
turn the propeller in response to any throttle
movement.

CAUTION: Always disconnect the Li-Po
battery from the aircraft receiver when not
fl ying to avoid over-discharging the battery.
Batteries discharged to a voltage lower than
the lowest approved voltage may become
damaged, resulting in loss of performance and
potential fi re when batteries are charged.

Center of Gravity (CG)

The CG location is 31-37mm back from the leading
edge of the top wing.

This CG location has been determined with the
included 1S 150mAh 3.7V Li-Po battery installed
in the battery cavity located on the bottom of the
aircraft.

Balance the model on the edge of a metal ruler to
fi nd the Center of Gravity. Place the ruler on the
underside of the airframe at the CG location shown
in the image to the right. Move the battery forward
or aft until the model closely balances at this
location.

Keep the plane
immobile and
away from wind
for 5 seconds.

Continuous LED

Secure the battery

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to the hook and
loop strip on the

battery holder.

Refer to the
Center of Gravity
Adjustment
instructions for
the battery’s
position.

FLY...

31-37mm

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Control Direction Tests

Traditional Control Direction Test

Bind your aircraft and transmitter before doing these tests.
Move the controls on the transmitter to make sure the aircraft control surfaces move correctly and in the

proper direction. Make sure the tail linkages move freely and that paint or decals are not adhered to them.

AS3X® Control Direction Test

This test ensures that the AS3X® control system is functioning properly.

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1. Advance the throttle to 25%

to activate the AS3X system.

2. Fully lower the throttle.

3. Move the entire aircraft

as shown and ensure the
control surfaces move in
the direction indicated in
the graphic. If the control
surfaces do not respond as
shown, do not fly the aircraft.
Refer to the receiver manual

for more information.

Once the AS3X system is active,
control surfaces may move
rapidly. This is normal. AS3X
is active until the battery is
disconnected.

Aircraft

movement

ElevatorAileronRudder

AS3X Reaction

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Control Centering

Before the fi rst fl ights, or in the event of an
accident, make sure the fl ight control surfaces
are centered. Adjust the linkages mechanically if

the control surfaces are not centered. Use of the
transmitter sub-trims may not correctly center the
aircraft control surfaces due to the mechanical
limits of linear servos.

1. Make sure the control surfaces are neutral
when the transmitter controls and trims are
centered. The transmitter sub-trim must
always be set to zero.

2. When needed, use a pair of pliers to carefully
bend the metal linkage (see illustration).

3. Make the U-shape narrower to make the
connector shorter. Make the U-shape wider
to make the linkage longer.

Control Horn Settings

The table to the right shows the factory settings for
the control horns. Fly the aircraft at factory settings
before making changes.

After fl ying, you may choose to adjust the linkage
positions for the desired control response.

Centering Controls After First Flights
For best performance with AS3X, it is important

that excessive trim is not used. If the aircraft re-

quires excessive transmitter trim (4 or more clicks
of trim per channel), return the transmitter trim to
zero and adjust the linkages mechanically so that
the control surfaces are in the fl ight
trimmed position.

Elevator Rudder

CAUTION: When these are incorrectly
connected for the pilot’s skill level, unexpected
aircraft response to controls can result. This can
cause damage to the aircraft and personal injury.

Dual Rates

To obtain the best fl ight performance, we
recommend using a DSM2/DSMX radio capable
of adjustable Dual Rates. The suggested settings
shown here are the recommended starting settings.
Adjust according to the individual preferences after
the initial fl ight.

NOTICE: Do not set your transmitter travel adjust
over 100%. If the TRAVEL ADJUST is set over

100%, it will not result in more control movement, it
will overdrive the servo and cause damage.

It is normal for linear servos to make signifi cant
noise. The noise is not an indication of a
faulty servo.

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Dual Rate

High Low

Aileron 100% 70%
Elevator 100% 70%

Rudder 100% 70%

Tip: For the fi rst fl ight, fl y the model in low rate.

Flying Tips and Repairs

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We recommend fl ying your aircraft outside in calm
conditions. Always avoid fl ying near houses, trees,
wires and buildings. You should also be careful to
avoid fl ying in areas where there are many people,
such as busy parks, schoolyards or soccer fi elds.
Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing
a location to fl y your aircraft.

Takeoff

Place the aircraft in position for takeoff (facing into
the wind if fl ying outdoors). Set dual rates to low
position and gradually increase the throttle to ¾ to
full and steer with the rudder. Pull back gently on
the elevator and climb to check trim. Once the trim
is adjusted, begin exploring the fl ight envelope of
the aircraft.

Landing

Land into the wind. This is very important for this
model. Fly the aircraft to approximately 6 inches
(15cm) or less above the runway, using a small
amount of throttle for the entire descent. Keep the
throttle on until the aircraft is ready to fl are. During
fl are, keep the wings level and the airplane pointed
into the wind. Gently lower the throttle while pulling
back on the elevator to bring the aircraft down on
all three wheels.

Failure to lower the throttle
stick and trim to the lowest
possible positions during a
crash could result in damage
to the ESC in the receiver
unit, which may require
replacement.

This aircraft is equipped with
Over Current Protection (OCP).
This feature protects the ESC
from overheating. OCP stops
the motor when the transmitter throttle is set too
high and the propeller cannot turn. The OCP will
only activate when the throttle stick is positioned
just above 1/2 throttle. After the ESC stops the
motor, fully lower the throttle to re-arm the ESC.

NOTICE: Crash damage is not covered under the
warranty.

Repairs

Repair the aircraft using foam-compatible CA
(cyanoacrylate adhesive) or clear tape. Only use
foam-compatible CA, as other types of glue can
damage the foam. When parts are not repairable,
see the Replacement Parts List for ordering by
item number.

For a listing of all replacement and optional parts,
refer to the list at the end of this manual.

NOTICE: Use of foam-compatible CA accelerant on
your aircraft can damage paint. DO NOT handle the
aircraft until the accelerant fully dries.

NOTICE: When you are fi nished fl ying, never leave
the aircraft in direct sunlight or in a hot, enclosed
area such as a car. Doing so can damage the foam.

NOTICE: Always
decrease throttle
at propeller strike.

Post Flight Checklist

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1. Disconnect the fl ight battery from the
ESC (Required for safety and battery
life).

2. Power OFF the transmitter.

3. Remove the fl ight battery from the
aircraft.

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4. Recharge the fl ight battery.

5. Store the fl ight battery apart from the
aircraft and monitor the battery charge.

6. Make note of the fl ight conditions and
fl ight plan results, planning for future
fl ights.

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130 x 70

Power Components Service

CAUTION: DO NOT handle propeller parts

while the fl ight battery is connected. Personal
injury could result.

Disassembly

1. Disconnect the battery from the
ESC/receiver.

2. Carefully cut free each wing strut from the
bottom wing without damaging the wing.

3. Carefully cut the tape and/or decals on the
side of the fuselage and behind the canopy to
remove the top half of the fuselage.

IMPORTANT: Removing tape and/or decals can
remove paint from the fuselage.

4. Hold the prop shaft using needle-nose
pliers or hemostats.

5. Turn the propeller counterclockwise (facing
the front of the model) to remove. Turn the
propeller clockwise to install.

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6. Hold the nut (A) on the end of the prop
shaft using needle-nose pliers or hemostats.

7. Turn the gear on the shaft clockwise (facing
the front of the model) to remove the nut.

8. Gently pull the shaft (B) from the gearbox (C)
and make sure the washer (D) and two
bushings (E) are not lost.

9. Disconnect the motor from the
ESC/receiver.

10. Gently push the motor out of the gearbox
and remove the motor through the top of
the fuselage behind the ESC/receiver.

NOTICE: DO NOT remove the gearbox from
the aircraft. Damage to the aircraft could result.

Assembly

Assemble the aircraft using the instructions
above in reverse order.

• Correctly align the prop shaft gear with the pinion

gear on the motor.

• Connect the motor to the ESC/receiver so

that the powered motor turns the propeller
counterclockwise (facing the front of the model).

• Make sure the propeller size numbers (130 x 70)

face away from the motor (see illustration).

• Assemble the fuselage using clear tape.

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130x70

E

D

A

C

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Installing the Landing Gear

To install the included landing gear:

1. Gently squeeze the gear assembly and insert
the landing gear strut wire into the retaining
slot of the fuselage as shown.

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Troubleshooting Guide

AS3X

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Control surfaces not at
neutral position when
transmitter controls are
at neutral

Model fl ies inconsis­tently from fl ight to
fl ight

Controls oscillate in
fl ight, (model rapidly
jumps or moves)

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Aircraft will not respond
to throttle but responds
to other controls

Extra propeller noise or
extra vibration

Reduced fl ight time or
aircraft underpowered

LED on receiver fl ashes
and aircraft will not bind
to transmitter (during
binding)

Control surfaces may not have been
mechanically centered from factory

Aircraft was moved after the fl ight battery
was connected and before sensors
initialized

Aircraft was not kept immobile for 5
seconds after battery was plugged in

Trims are moved too far from neutral
position

Propeller is unbalanced, causing excessive
vibration

Nut on prop shaft is too loose, causing
excessive vibration

Throttle stick and/or throttle trim too high Reset controls with throttle stick and throttle

Throttle channel is reversed Reverse throttle channel on transmitter
Motor disconnected from receiver Open fuselage and make sure motor is

Damaged propeller, spinner or motor Replace damaged parts
Prop is out of balance Remove and balance propeller, or replace

Flight battery charge is low Completely recharge fl ight battery
Propeller installed backwards Install propeller with numbers facing forward
Flight battery damaged Replace fl ight battery and follow fl ight battery

Flight conditions may be too cold Make sure battery is warm before use
Battery capacity too low for fl ight conditions Replace battery or use a larger capacity

Transmitter too near aircraft during binding
process

Bind switch or button not held long enough
during bind process

Aircraft or transmitter is too close to large
metal object, wireless source or another
transmitter

Center control surfaces mechanically by
adjusting the U-bends on control linkages

Disconnect and reconnect the fl ight battery
while keeping the aircraft still for 5 seconds

Keep the aircraft immobile for 5 seconds after
plugging in the battery

Neutralize trims and mechanically adjust
linkages to center control surfaces

Remove propeller and rebalance or replace it
if damaged

Tighten the prop shaft nut 1/2 turn

trim at lowest setting

connected to the receiver

with a balanced propeller

instructions

battery
Power off transmitter, move transmitter a

larger distance from aircraft, disconnect and
reconnect fl ight battery to aircraft and follow
binding instructions

Power off transmitter and repeat bind pro­cess. Hold transmitter bind button or switch
until receiver is bound

Move aircraft and transmitter to another
location and attempt binding again

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Troubleshooting Guide (Continued)

Problem Possible Cause Solution

LED on receiver fl ashes
rapidly and aircraft will
not respond to transmit­ter (after binding)

Control surface does
not move

Controls reversed Transmitter settings reversed Adjust controls on transmitter appropriately
Motor loses power Damage to motor or power components Do a check of motor and power components

Motor power quickly
decreases and in­creases then motor
loses power

Motor/ESC is not armed
after landing

Servo locks or freezes
at full travel

Less than a 5-second wait between fi rst
powering on transmitter and connecting
fl ight battery to aircraft

Aircraft bound to different model memory
(ModelMatch

Flight battery/transmitter battery charge is
too low

Transmitter may have been bound to a
different model (or with a different DSM
Protocol)

Aircraft or transmitter is too close to large
metal object, wireless source or another
transmitter

Control surface, control horn, linkage or
servo damage

Wire damaged or connections loose Do a check of wires and connections, con-

Flight battery charge is low Fully recharge fl ight battery
Control linkage does not move freely Make sure control linkage moves freely

Nut on prop shaft is too tight Loosen prop shaft nut until propeller shaft

Battery power is down to the point of
receiver/ESC Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC)

Over Current Protection (OCP) stops the
motor when the transmitter throttle is set
high and the propeller cannot turn

Travel adjust value is set above 100%,
overdriving the servo

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radios only)

Leaving transmitter on, disconnect and
reconnect fl ight battery to aircraft

Select correct model memory on transmitter
and disconnect and reconnect fl ight battery
to aircraft

Replace/recharge batteries

Select the right transmitter or bind to the
new one

Move aircraft and transmitter to another
location and attempt linking again

Replace or repair damaged parts and adjust
controls

nect or replace as needed

for damage (replace as needed)

turns freely
Recharge fl ight battery or replace battery that

is no longer performing

Fully lower throttle and throttle trim to
arm ESC

Set Travel adjust to 100% or less and/or set
sub-trims to Zero and adjust linkages
mechanically

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Limited Warranty

What this Warranty Covers

Horizon Hobby, LLC. (“Horizon”) warrants to the original
purchaser that the product purchased (the “Product”) will
be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the
date of purchase.

What is Not Covered

This warranty is not transferable and does not cover
(i) cosmetic damage, (ii) damage due to acts of God,
accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial
use, or due to improper use, installation, operation or
maintenance, (iii) modifi cation of or to any part of the
Product, (iv) attempted service by anyone other than
a Horizon Hobby authorized service center, (v) Product
not purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer, or

(vi) Product not compliant with applicable technical
regulations.

OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ABOVE, HORIZON
MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, AND
HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE
PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE
DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET
THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PURCHASER’S INTENDED
USE.

Purchaser’s Remedy

Horizon’s sole obligation and purchaser’s sole and

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exclusive remedy shall be that Horizon will, at its option,
either (i) service, or (ii) replace, any Product determined
by Horizon to be defective. Horizon reserves the right to
inspect any and all Product(s) involved in a warranty claim.
Service or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion
of Horizon. Proof of purchase is required for all warranty
claims. SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED
UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE PURCHASER’S SOLE AND
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.

Limitation of Liability

HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF
PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY
WAY, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED
IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT
LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY, EVEN IF
HORIZON HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF
SUCH DAMAGES. Further, in no event shall the liability
of Horizon exceed the individual price of the Product on
which liability is asserted. As Horizon has no control over
use, setup, fi nal assembly, modifi cation 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 the Product, purchaser is advised to return
the Product immediately in new and unused condition to
the place of purchase.

Law

These terms are governed by Illinois law (without regard to
confl ict of law principals). This warranty gives you specifi c
legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state. Horizon reserves the right to change
or modify this warranty at any time without notice.

WARRANTY SERVICES
Questions, Assistance, and Services

Your local hobby store and/or place of purchase cannot
provide warranty support or service. Once assembly, setup
or use of the Product has been started, you must contact
your local distributor or Horizon 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 visit our website at www.
horizonhobby.com, submit a Product Support Inquiry,
or call the toll free telephone number referenced in the
Warranty and Service Contact Information section to speak
with a Product Support representative.

Inspection or Services

If this Product needs to be inspected or serviced and is
compliant in the country you live and use the Product in,
please use the Horizon Online Service Request submission
process found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a
Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. 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 is not responsible for merchandise until it arrives
and is accepted at our facility. An Online Service Request
is available at http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/_
service-center_render-service-center. If you do not have
internet access, please contact Horizon Product Support
to obtain a RMA number along with instructions for
submitting your product for service. When calling Horizon,

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you will be asked to provide your complete name, street
address, email address and phone number where you can
be reached during business hours. When sending product
into Horizon, please include your RMA number, a list of
the included items, and a brief summary of the problem.
A copy of your original sales receipt must be included
for warranty consideration. Be sure your name, address,
and RMA number are clearly written on the outside of the
shipping carton.

NOTICE: Do not ship LiPo batteries to Horizon. If you
have any issue with a LiPo battery, please contact the
appropriate Horizon Product Support offi ce.

Warranty Requirements
For Warranty consideration, you must include your

original sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase
date. Provided warranty conditions have been met,

your Product will be serviced or replaced free of charge.
Service or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion
of Horizon.

Non-Warranty Service
Should your service not be covered by warranty,

service will be completed and payment will be
required without notifi cation or estimate of the
expense unless the expense exceeds 50% of the retail
purchase cost. By submitting the item for service you are

agreeing to payment of the service without notifi cation.
Service estimates are available upon request. You must
include this request with your item submitted for service.
Non-warranty service estimates will be billed a minimum
of ½ hour of labor. In addition you will be billed for return
freight. Horizon accepts money orders and cashier’s
checks, as well as Visa, MasterCard, American Express,
and Discover cards. By submitting any item to Horizon
for service, you are agreeing to Horizon’s Terms and
Conditions found on our website http://www.horizonhobby.
com/content/_service-center_render-service-center.

ATTENTION: Horizon service is limited to Product
compliant in the country of use and ownership.
If received, a non-compliant Product will not be
serviced. Further, the sender will be responsible for
arranging return shipment of the un-serviced Product,
through a carrier of the sender’s choice and at the
sender’s expense. Horizon will hold non-compliant
Product for a period of 60 days from notifi cation, after
which it will be discarded.

Warranty and Service Information

Country of Purchase Horizon Hobby Phone Number/Email Address Address

United States of

America

United Kingdom

Germany

France

China

Horizon Service Center

(Repairs and Repair Requests)

Horizon Product Support

(Product Technical Assistance)

Sales

Service/Parts/Sales:

Horizon Hobby Limited

Horizon Technischer Service [e-mail]
Sales: Horizon Hobby GmbH [phone]

Service/Parts/Sales:

Horizon Hobby SAS

Service/Parts/Sales:

Horizon Hobby – China

servicecenter.horizonhobby.

com/RequestForm/

www.quickbase.com/db/

bghj7ey8c?a=GenNewRecord

888-959-2305

[e-mail]

888-959-2305

[e-mail] Units 1–4 , Ployters Rd,

[phone]

[e-mail]

[phone]

[e-mail] Room 506,

[phone]

4105 Fieldstone Rd

Champaign, Illinois, 61822 USA

Staple Tye Harlow, Essex,

CM18 7NS, United Kingdom

Christian-Junge-Straße 1

25337 Elmshorn, Germany

11 Rue Georges Charpak

77127 Lieusaint, France

No. 97 Changshou Rd.

Shanghai, China 200060

FCC Information

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION: Changes or modifi cations not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This product contains a radio transmitter with wireless technology which has been tested and found to
be compliant with the applicable regulations governing a radio transmitter in the 2.400GHz to 2.4835GHz
frequency range.

EN

ICC Information

This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Compliance Information for the European Union

EU Compliance Statement: Horizon Hobby, LLC hereby declares that this product is in compliance with

the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the R&TTE and EMC Directives.

A copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available online at:
http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/support-render-compliance.

Instructions for disposal of WEEE by users in the European Union

This product must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, it is the user’s responsibility
to dispose of their waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collections point for the
recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling
of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and

information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city
offi ce, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product.

ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more

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HINWEIS

Allen Anweisungen, Garantien und anderen zugehörigen Dokumenten sind Änderungen nach Ermessen
von Horizon Hobby, LLC. vorbehalten. Aktuelle Produktliteratur fi nden Sie unter www.horizonhobby.com
im Support-Abschnitt für das Produkt.

Begriffserklärung

Die folgende Begriffe werden in der gesamte Produktliteratur verwendet, um die Gefährdungsstufen im
Umgang mit dem Produkt zu defi nieren:

HINWEIS: Verfahren können bei nicht ordnungsgemäßer Durchführung womöglich Schäden an
physischem Eigentum UND geringfügige oder keine Verletzungen verursachen.

ACHTUNG: Verfahren können bei nicht ordnungsgemäßer Durchführung womöglich Schäden an
physischem Eigentum UND schwere Verletzungen verursachen.

WARNUNG: Verfahren können bei nicht ordnungsgemäßer Durchführung womöglich Schäden an
Eigentum, Kollateralschäden UND schwere Verletzungen ODER höchstwahrscheinlich oberfl ächliche
Verletzungen verursachen.

WARNUNG: Lesen Sie die GESAMTE Bedienungsanleitung, um sich vor Inbetriebnahme mit den
Funktionen des Produkts vertraut zu machen. Eine nicht ordnungsgemäße Bedienung des Produkts kann
das Produkts und persönliches Eigentum schädigen und schwere Verletzungen verursachen.

Dies ist ein hoch entwickeltes Produkt für den Hobbygebrauch. Es muss mit Vorsicht und Umsicht
bedient werden und erfordert einige mechanische Grundfertigkeiten. Wird das Produkt nicht sicher
und umsichtig verwendet, so könnten Verletzungen oder Schäden am Produkt oder anderem Eigentum
entstehen. Dieses Produkt ist nicht für den Gebrauch durch Kinder ohne direkte Aufsicht eines
Erwachsenen vorgesehen. Verwenden Sie das Produkt nicht mit inkompatiblen Komponenten oder
verändern es in jedweder Art ausserhalb der von Horizon Hobby LLC vorgegebenen Anweisungen. Dieses
Handbuch enthält Sicherheitshinweise sowie Anleitungen zu Betrieb und Wartung. Es ist unerlässlich,
dass Sie alle Anleitungen und Warnungen in diesem Handbuch vor dem Zusammenbau, der Einrichtung
oder der Inbetriebnahme lesen und diese befolgen, um eine korrekte Bedienung zu gewährleisten und
Schäden bzw. schwere Verletzungen zu vermeiden.

Altersempfehlung: Nicht für Kinder unter 14 Jahren. Dies ist kein Spielzeug.

Warnungen und
Sicherheitshinweise

• Halten Sie immer einen Sicherheitsabstand zu
allen Seiten um das Modell um Kollisionen oder
Verletzungen zu vermeiden. Dieses Modell wird
von einem Funksignal gesteuert, dass von vielen
Quellen ausserhalb ihrer Kontrolle gestört werden
kann. Diese Störungen können zu momentanen
Kontrollverlust führen.

• Betreiben Sie Ihr Modell stets auf offenen
Geländen, weit ab von Automobilen, Verkehr und
Menschen.

• Folgen Sie stets vorsichtig den Anweisungen
und Warnungen für dieses Modell und allem
dazugehörigem Zubehör (Ladegeräte, Akkus etc.)

• Halten Sie immer alle Chemikalien, Kleinteile und
alle elektrischen Bauteile aus der Reichweite von
Kindern.

• Vermeiden Sie jeglichen Wasserkontakt mit allen
Teilen die nicht speziell dafür entwickelt worden
und geschützt sind. Feuchtigkeit beschädigt die
Elektronik.

• Nehmen Sie niemals Teile ihres Modells in den

Mund, da das zu schweren Verletzungen bis hin
zum Tot führen könnte.

• Betreiben Sie niemals Ihr Modell mit leeren
Senderbatterien.

• Halten Sie immer ihr Modell in Sicht und unter
Kontrolle.

• Verwenden Sie immer vollständig geladene
Akkus.

• Lassen Sie immer den Sender eingeschaltet wenn
das Luftfahrzeug eingeschaltet ist.

• Entnehmen Sie immer die Akkus vor der
Demontage.

• Halten Sie immer alle beweglichen Teile sauber.

• Halten Sie stets alle Teile sauber.

• Lassen Sie alle Teile abkühlen bevor Sie sie
anfassen.

• Entfernen Sie immer die Akkus nach der
Benutzung.

• Vergewissern Sie sich vor dem Fliegen das die
Failsafeinstellungen korrekt eingestellt sind.

• Betreiben Sie niemals das Flugzeug mit
beschädigter Verkabelung.

• Fassen Sie niemals bewegte Teile an.

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Warnungen zum Laden ........................................18

Laden des Akkus .................................................18

Binden von Sender und Empfänger ......................19

Niederspannungsabschaltung (LVC) .....................19

Einsetzen des Flugakkus und Armieren

des Reglers..........................................................20

Einstellen des Schwerpunktes .............................20

Steuerrichtungstest .............................................21

Zentrieren der Kontrollen .....................................22

Werkseinstellung Ruderhörner .............................22

Dual Rates ...........................................................22

Spezifi kationen

388mm

310mm

48 g
Flächeninhalt:

435 sq cm

Tipps zum Fliegen und Reparieren .......................23

Checkliste nach dem Flug ....................................23

Wartung der Antriebskomponenten ......................24

Montage des Fahrwerks ......................................25

Leitfaden zur Problemlösung ................................26

Garantie und Serviceinformationen ......................27

Garantie und Service Kontakt Informationen.........29

Konformitätshinweise für die Europäische Union ..29

Ersatzteile ............................................................58

Optionale Bauteile und Zubehörteile .....................59

Eingebaut

Motor: 8.5mm Bürstenmotor
Receiver: Spektrum AS6410

DSMX 6Ch UM AS3X Empfänger ESC
(SPMAR6410L)

Servo: (2) 2.3-Gram Performance Linear
Long Throw Servo (SPMSA2030L) (1)

1.8-Gram Linear Servo (SPMSA2005)

Im Lieferumfang

Akku: 150mAh 1S 3.7V 25C Li-Po

(EFLB1501S25)
Akku Ladegerät :

E-fl ite 1S USB Li-Po Ladegerät, 300mA
(EFLC1008)

Wird noch benötigt

Empfohlener Sender:

Spektrum DSM2/DSMX Sender mit vol­ler Reichweite und Dual Rates

Vorbereitung für den Erstfl ug



1. Laden Sie den Akku.

2. Setzen Sie den vollständig geladenen
Flugakku in das Flugzeug ein.

3. Binden Sie das Flugzeug an den Sender.

4. Stellen Sie sicher, dass sich die Anlen­kungen frei bewegen können.

5. Führen Sie einen Steuerrichtungstest mit
dem Sender durch.

6. Führen Sie den AS3X Kontrolltest mit
dem Flugzeug durch.

Registrieren Sie Ihr Produkt im Internet unter www.e-fl iterc.com



7. Stellen Sie die Dual Rates ein.

8. Justieren Sie den Schwerpunkt.

9. Führen Sie einen Reichweitentest durch.

10. Finden Sie eine sichere und offene
Fläche zum fl iegen.

11. Planen Sie Ihren Flug nach den Flug­feldbedingungen.

12. Stellen Sie für die ersten Flüge die
Stopuhr oder den Timer auf ihrer Fern­steuerung auf 5 Minuten ein.

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Warnungen zum Laden

Das im Lieferumfang befi ndliche Ladegerät
(EFLC1008) wurde zum sicheren Aufl aden des Li-Po
Akkus entwickelt.

ACHTUNG: Alle Anweisungen und

Warnungen müssen exakt befolgt werden.
Falscher Umgang mit Li-Po Akkus kann zu Feuer,
Körperverletzung und/ oder Sachbeschädigung
führen.

• Lassen Sie niemals Akkus während des

Ladens unbeaufsichtigt.

• Laden Sie Akkus niemals über Nacht.

• Durch Handhaben, Aufl aden oder Verwenden des

inbegriffenen Li-Po-Akkus übernehmen Sie alle
mit Lithiumakkus verbundenen Risiken.

• Sollte der Akku beim Laden oder im Flug

beginnen, sich auszudehnen oder anzuschwellen
stoppen Sie den Ladevorgang oder den Flug
unverzüglich. Wird mit dem Aufl aden oder
Entladen eines Akkus fortgefahren, der sich
auszudehnen oder anzuschwellen begonnen
hat, kann dieses zu einem Brand führen.

• Um beste Ergebnisse zu erzielen, lagern Sie

den Akku bei Raumtemperatur an einem
trockenen Ort.

• Beim Transport oder vorübergehenden Lagern

des Akkus sollte der Temperaturbereich zwischen
5° C und 49° C liegen. Bewahren Sie den Akku
bzw. das Modell nicht im Auto oder unter direkter

Laden des Akkus

Sonneneinstrahlung auf. Bei Aufbewahrung in
einem heißen Auto, kann der Akku beschädigt
werden oder sogar Feuer fangen.

• Laden Sie immer Li Po Akkus weit weg entfernt
von brennbaren Materialien.

• Überprüfen Sie immer den Akku vor dem Laden.

• Trennen Sie immer den Akku nach dem Laden und
lassen das Ladegerät abkühlen.

• Überwachen Sie konstant die Akkutemperatur
während des Ladens.

• VERWENDEN SIE NUR EIN SPEZIELL GEEIGNETES
LI-PO LADEGERÄT UM LI-PO AKKUS ZU LADEN.
Laden Sie den Akku mit einem nicht geeigneten
Ladegerät kann dieses zu Feuer, Personen- und
Sachschäden führen.

• Entladen Sie niemals ein Li-Po Akku unter 3V pro
Zelle unter Last.

• Decken Sie niemals die Warninweise mit
Klettband ab.

• Laden Sie niemals Akkus außerhalb ihrer
Spezifi kationen.

• Laden Sie niemals beschädigte Akkus.

• Versuchen Sie nicht das Ladegerät zu
demontieren oder zu verändern.

• Lassen Sie niemals Minderjährige Akkus laden.

• Laden Sie niemals Akkus an extrem kalten oder
heißen Plätzen (empfohlener Temperaturbereich
5 - 49° C) oder im direkten Sonnenlicht.

LED Anzeigen

LÄDT (Leuchtet rot) ....................................

LADEENDE

(Aus) ......................................

ACHTUNG: Überschreiten Sie niemals den

empfohlenen Ladestrom.

ACHTUNG: Laden Sie nur Akkus die kühl
genug zum Anfassen und nicht beschädigt sind.
Überprüfen Sie den Akku vor dem Laden um sicher
zu stellen, dass er nicht beschädigt, angeschwollen,
gebrochen oder punktiert ist.

ACHTUNG: Trennen Sie immer den Flugakku
vom Ladegerät unverzüglich nach dem Ladeende.

Das Laden eines vollständig entladenen (nicht
tiefentladenen) 150 mAh Akku mit 300 mA
Ladestrom dauert ca. 45 Minuten.

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USB Li-Po
Charger

DC Input:5.0V 350mA
DC Output:4.2V 300mA

USB Li-Po
Charger

DC Input:5.0V 350mA
DC Output:4.2V 300mA

SOLID RED LED

SOLID RED LED

SOLID RED LED

–Charging

LED OFF

USB Li-Po

–Charge

Charger

Complete

DC Input:5.0V 350mA

EFLC1008

DC Output:4.2V 300mA

–Charging

LED OFF
–Charge
Complete

EFLC1008

–Charging

LED OFF
–Charge
Complete

EFLC1008

45
MIN.