Flyzone FLZA2010 User Manual

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ASSEMBLE ONLY WITH ADULT SUPERVISION

Please read through this instruction booklet to THOROUGHLY familiarize yourself with the assembly and flight characteristics of this airplane
prior to assembly. Please inspect all parts carefully before starting assembly! If any parts are missing, broken or defective, or if you have any
questions about the assembly or flying of this airplane, please call us at [phone] and we’ll be glad to help.

This product is suitable only for people of 14 years and older.

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Hobbico
cover any component parts damaged by use or modification. In no case shall Hobbico’s liability exceed the original cost of the
purchased kit. Further, Hobbico, Inc. reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice. In that Hobbico, Inc. has no

control over the final assembly or material used for final assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any damage resulting from
the use by the user of the final user-assembled product. By the act of using the user-assembled product, the user accepts all resulting
liability. If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this product, the buyer is advised to return this kit
immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase. To make a warranty claim send the defective part or item to Hobby
Services at the address below:

© 2011 Hobbico®, Inc. Printed in China HCAA2551 Mnl v2.0

Inc. guarantees this kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of purchase. This warranty does not

Hobby Services

3002 N. Apollo Dr. Suite 1
Champaign IL 61822 USA

Include a letter stating your name, return shipping address, as much contact information as possible
(daytime telephone number, fax number, e-mail address), a detailed description of the problem and a
photocopy of the purchase receipt. Upon receipt of the package, the problem will be evaluated as quickly
as possible.

WARRANTY

INCLUDED ITEMS

Check the parts against those shown. If
any parts are damaged or missing, please
call Hobby Services at: [phone]

FCC AND ETSI

FCC REQUIREMENT

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.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

NOTE: THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS
TO THIS EQUIPMENT. SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.

CE COMPLIANCE INFORMATION FOR THE EUROPEAN UNION

Instructions for Disposal of Waste Equipment by Private Users in the European Union: This symbol on the product

or its packaging indicates this product must not be disposed of with other household waste. Instead, it is the user’s
responsibility to dispose of their waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection 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 ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health
and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact
your local city office, your household waste disposal service or location where you purchased the product.

Declaration of Conformity:

Product: Tactic TTX402 2.4GHz 4-Channel Tx Rx
Item number: TACJ2402, Equipment class: 1

Tactic TTX402 transmitter and Tactic TR421 receiver: The objects
of the declaration described here are in conformity with the
requirements of the specifications listed below, following the
provisions of the European 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive:

EN 60950-1:2006 Safety
The objects of the declaration described here are in conformity
with the requirements of the specifications listed below, following
the provisions of the European R&TTE directive 1995/5/EC:

ETSI EN 300 328 V1.7.1 Technical requirements for radio equipment
ETSI EN 301 489-1 V1.8.1, 301 489-17 V1.3.2 General EMC
requirements for radio equipment

Tactic
c/o Hobbico, Inc.
2904 Research Road
Champaign, IL USA 61826

The associated regulatory agencies of the following
countries recognize the noted certifications to this
product as authorized for sale and use.

UK DE DK BG SE FI FR

EE LV LT PL CZ SK HU

RO SI AT IT ES PT IE

NL LU MT CY GR

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PRECAUTIONS

Your Micro Albatros should not be considered a toy, but rather a sophisticated, working model that functions very much

like a full-size airplane. Because of its performance capabilities, the Micro Albatros, if not assembled and operated
correctly, could possibly cause injury to yourself or spectators and damage to property.

1. Operate the plane according to the instructions. DO NOT alter or modify the model. If you make any modifi cations,

you void your warranty.

2. Test the operation of the model before each fl ight to ensure that all equipment is operating properly and that the

model remains structurally sound.

3. Fly only indoors or outdoors on very calm days (with wind speeds less than 5mph) and in large open areas free
of trees, people, buildings, or any other obstacles.

4. Although the Micro Albatros is designed to be successfully fl own by the fi rst time pilot, you may still benefi t from
the assistance of an experienced pilot for your fi rst fl ights. If you’re not a member of an R/C club, your local hobby
shop has information about clubs in your area whose membership includes experienced pilots. You can also contact
the National Academy of Aeronautics (AMA) which has over 2,500 chartered clubs across the country. Instructor
training programs and insured newcomer training are available through any of these clubs. Contact the AMA at
the following address or toll-free phone number:

Academy of Model Aeronautics

5151 East Memorial Drive Ph. [phone]
Muncie, IN 47302-9252 Fx. [phone]

The R/C model hobby becomes more and more enjoyable as your experience grows. Your chances for success and

graduation to higher levels are very good if you take your time and follow the fl ying instructions carefully and completely.
We hope you enjoy fl ying your Micro Albatros plane.

www.modelaircraft.org

TRANSMITTER CAUTIONS

● Do not use rechargeable (NiCd) batteries.

● Do not mix old and new batteries.

● Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or

rechargeable (NiCd) batteries.

BATTERY CHARGING PRECAUTIONS

1. Always remove the battery from your Micro

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Albatros before charging.

2. Do not leave a charging battery unattended!

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Unplug the battery if it gets warm, even if the charge
LED has not gone out.

3. Use only the charger that comes with your Micro

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Albatros!
WARNING: Misuse or malfunction may overheat the

battery and charger, resulting in personal injury or
damage to surroundings.

LITHIUM POLYMER BATTERY RECYCLING

ATTENTION: The product you have
purchased is powered by a rechargeable
battery. At the end of the battery’s useful
life, under various state and local laws, it

may be illegal to dispose of this battery
into the municipal waste system. Check with your local
solid waste offi cials for details in your area for recycling
options or proper disposal.

WARNING: This product contains a chemical known
to the State of California to cause cancer.

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GLOSSARY

● Lithium Polymer (LiPo) Battery: Rechargeable battery which is used to power the airplane. LiPo batteries are

lighter and smaller than most other types of rechargeable batteries.

● Transmitter (TX): This is the hand-held unit that sends the signal to the control unit, or receiver (RX).

● Rudder: The fl ight control on the airplane that controls turning direction. This will yaw the plane so that the nose

points in toward the direction of the turn and will cause the wings to roll into the turn.

● Elevator: The fl ight control that controls pitch attitude. By adding power and pitching up, you can make the model

climb or loop.

● Servo: The device on the model that moves the fl ight controls.

● Center of Gravity (C.G.): Point at which the aircraft must balance in order to fl y properly.

● Glide Slope: The proper path for an airplane approaching a landing strip.

PREPARE THE TTX402 TRANSMITTER

For more information on the Tactic Radio System included with the Albatros visit www.tacticrc.com

Leave the TTX402
unpowered.

Push and slide
to remove the
battery door.

Install (5) “AA” batteries.

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CHARGE THE 3.7V 130MAH LIPO BATTERY

Do not use the charge feature while fl ying the Albatros!

Leave the TTX402
unpowered.

Insert battery to charge.
Make sure the battery
plug is oriented properly
before inserting.

Push and slide to open
the charger cover.

Illuminated green light
indicates charging.

POWER THE TTX402 AND CENTER THE TRIMS

Leave the left stick
(throttle control) in

the minimum position

during setup.

Power switch “ON”.

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Illuminated red light
indicates the TTX402
is powered and transmitting.

Center the rudder and
elevator trims.

TRIM ADJUSTMENT

Full extent............. Centered ........... Full extent

Constant «beep» .....Single «beep» .....Constant «beep»

INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF THE LIPO BATTERY

Keep hands clear of propeller during battery installation and removal.

Use two fingers to secure
connector during battery
installation and removal.

Disconnect and remove the battery after use by holding the battery lead with two fi ngers and removing the battery
from the lead with the other hand. Do not yank or jerk the battery from the aircraft. This could dislodge the TR421

RX board from the Albatros.

CHECK THE CONTROL SURFACE DIRECTION

Right stick moves left, rudder
moves left, causing the aircraft
to turn to the left.

Connect the LiPo to the lead. Press battery into

place to secure.

Right stick moves down, elevator
moves up causing the aircraft’s
nose to pitch up, gaining altitude.

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CENTER THE CONTROL SURFACE DIRECTION

Before flight, center rudder control
surface with rudder trim adjustment.

REVERSE THE CONTROL THROWS

Before flight, center elevator control
surface with elevator trim adjustment.

Unpower the model before attempting to reverse the control throws.

Press and hold one of the corresponding
control surface trim buttons and cycle the
power to reverse any control surface.

ARM THE PROPELLER

Keep hands and onlookers clear of propeller during arming and operation.

Throttle control stick is in the low
or minimum position.

Raise the throttle control stick
to the maximum or high position.
«Beep»

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Return the throttle control stick to
the minimum position.
The motor is now armed.

«Beep Beep»

ADJUSTMENT OF LINKAGES: ELEVATOR AND RUDDER

To alter the center position, or increase/decrease the control throws, follow these steps. Be sure to unpower the model
before attempting to mechanically adjust the linkages.

CHOOSE A FLYING SITE

5 minute flight times

(outdoor)

8–10 minute flight times

(indoor)

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RANGE CHECK

With the transmitter powered and the battery plugged into the Albatros, walk 50' [15m] from the aircraft and check
the control functions for proper operation.

50' [15m]

FLYING THE ALBATROS

If anytime during operation the controls or propeller become
jammed or unresponsive, lower the power to the propeller,
land and cycle the power on the Albatros to attempt to
regain control.

Take off (or hand launch) heading into the wind.

Once in the air, gain altitude to allow yourself suffi cient
reaction time to make a correction during fl ight. Once you’re
comfortable, adjust the rudder and elevator trims one click
at a time so that the Albatros fl ies straight and level with the
control sticks centered. Concentrate on brief control stick
inputs of rudder so that the Albatros turns without causing
the aircraft to roll. A slight amount of up elevator may be necessary to maintain altitude going into a turn and the
elevator will need to be returned to neutral when coming out of a turn to avoid gaining altitude.

It’s recommended that you attempt to land before the motor cuts out due to low voltage.

Attempt to land into the wind by pitching the elevator up, slowing the descent and reducing the glide slope. Gradually
reduce the throttle and just before touchdown apply some up elevator to land safely on the landing gear and tail skid.
Un-power the model and switch off transmitter. Allow the motor to cool between fl ights.

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PROPELLER REPLACEMENT

To replace or reinstall the propeller, unpower the
model, then hold the motor shaft with needlenose
pliers and push the propeller back onto the shaft.
Once re-installed, add a drop of CA glue to the
propeller to hold it to the shaft.

REPAIRS

Repairs can be made to the Albatros by using the following items:

● Non-butane lighter fl uid “Naphtha” (for parts removal and debonding)

● Thick Foam Safe CA (for parts adhesion), GPMR6072

● Foam safe CA accelerator, GPMR6035

● Two sets of needle nose pliers or hemostats, HCAR0625

● Hobby Knife (#11 blade), RMXR6900

● Clear tape

● Hinge tape, DUBQ0916

REPLACEMENT PARTS

To order replacement parts for the Albatros, use the order numbers in the list below. Replacement parts are available
only as listed. Replacement parts are not available from Product Support, but can be purchased from hobby shops
or mail order/Internet order fi rms. If you need assistance locating a dealer to purchase parts from, contact:

Product Support

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

Stock No. Description

HCAA6342 Wing Set
HCAA6343 Tail Set
HCAA6344 Wing Struts
HCAA6345 Fuselage
HCAA6346 Pushrod Set
HCAA6347 Landing Gear
HCAA6348 Propeller & Spinner
HCAA6349 Pilot & Dummy Engine Set
HCAA6350 Gearbox

Stock No. Description

HCAA6351 Machine Gun Set
HCAA6352 Control Horns
HCAA6353 Decals
HCAA6307 Motor
HCAA6309 130 mAh LiPo Battery
TACJ0402 TTX402 2.4GHZ TX
TACL0421 Tactic TR421 4-Channel Rx Control Board
TACJ2402 TTX402 2.4GHZ TX RX System

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