Flyzone FLZA4004 User Manual

SPECIFICATIONS

Wingspan:

47.5 in
[1205 mm]

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

WARRANTY

Hobbico guarantees this kit to be free from defects in both

material and workmanship at the date of purchase. This warranty
does not 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 reserves
the right to change or modify this warranty without notice.

In that Hobbico 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

Wing

Area:

Weight:

Wing

Loading:

Length:

Radio:

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:

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.

339 sq in

2

[21.9 dm

]

37 oz
[1050 g]

15.7 oz/sq ft
[48 g/dm

2

]

39 in
[990 mm]

5-channel
(required)

READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE STARTING CONSTRUCTION. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT

INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF THIS MODEL.

Entire Contents © Copyright 2009 HCAA2525 Mnl

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

AMA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

KIT INSPECTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

KIT CONTENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

ASSEMBLE THE MODEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Mount the Main Landing Gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Mount the Vertical and Horizontal Stabilizers

(Fin and Stab). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Hook Up the Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Mount the Wing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Check the Control Throws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Final Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Check the C.G. (Center of Gravity) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Identify Your Model. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Charge the Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Battery Charging Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

LITHIUM BATTERY HANDLING & USAGE . . . . . . . . . .13

FLYING THE CESSNA SKYLANE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Find a Suitable Flying Site. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Know Your Frequency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Perform a Range Check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Monitor Your Flight Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Take Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

ROG (rise off ground) Takeoff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Hand-Launch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Flying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Landing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

AFTER FLIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Cessna Skylane R TF. This is a
beautiful model that fl ies well. It is perfect for fl ying on calm
evenings or mornings.

For the latest technical updates or manual corrections to the
Cessna Skylane visit the Hobbico web site at www.hobbico.
com. Open the “Airplanes” link, then select the Cessna
Skylane ARF. If there is ne w technical information or changes
to this model a “tech notice” box will appear in the upper left
corner of the page.

AMA

printed in the back of the manual) may endanger insur an ce
coverage. Additionally , training programs and instructors are
available at AMA club sites to help you get started the right
way. There are over 2,500 AMA chartered club s across th e
country. Contact the AMA at the address or toll -free phone
number below.

Academy of Model Aeronautics

5151 East Memorial Drive
Muncie, IN 47302-9252
Tele. [phone]
Fax [phone]
Or via the Internet at:

http://www.modelaircraft.org
IMPORTANT!!! Two of the most important things you can

do to preserve the radio controlled aircraft hobby are to
avoid fl ying near full-scale aircraf t and avoid fl ying near or
over groups of people.

PROTECT YOUR MODEL, YOURSELF

& OTHERS… FOLLOW THESE

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1. Your Cessna Skylane 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 Cessna Skylane, if not assembled and
operated correctly, could possibly cause injury to yourself or
spectators and damage to property.

2. You must assemble the model according to the
instructions. Do not alter or modify the model, as doing
so may result in an unsafe or unfl yable model. In a few
cases the instructions may differ slightly from the photos.
In those instances the written instructions should be
considered as correct.

3. If you are not an experienced pilot or have not fl own
this type of model before, we recommend that you get the
assistance of an experienced pilot in your R/C club for
your fi rst fl ights. If you’re not a member of a club, your local
hobby shop has information about clubs in your area whose
membership includes experienced pilots.

4. While this kit has been fl ight tested to exceed normal use,
if the plane will be used for extremely high stress fl ying, such
as racing, or if an engine larger than one in the recommended
range is used, the modeler is responsible for taking steps to
reinforce the high stress points and/or substituting hardware
more suitable for the increased stress.

We urge you to join the AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics)
and a local R /C club. The AMA is the governing body of
model aviation and members hip is required to fl y at AMA
clubs. Though joining the AMA provides many benefi ts,
one of the primary reasons to join is liability protection.
Coverage is not limited to fl ying at contests or on the club
fi eld. It even applies to fl ying at public demonstrations and
air shows. Failure to comply with the Safety Code (excerpts

We, as the kit manuf acturer, provide you with a top quality ,
thoroughly tested kit and instructions, but ultimately the
quality and fl yability of your fi nished model depends
on how you build it; therefore, we cannot in any way
guarantee the performance of your completed model,
and no representations are expressed or implied as to
the performance or safety of your completed model.

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ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED

The Cessna Skylane requires a radio control system
with at least five channels. There is more than one
kind of system that will work, but the items below are
the ones shown in this instruction manual.

5-channel radio control system (TACJ1501)

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Transmitter crystal (TACL40

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(8) AA batteries (SANP3501)

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6-channel receiver (TACL6101) plus receiver

❏

crystal that matches transmitter (TACL6036 Ch. 36,
TACL6038 Ch. 38, TACL6042 Ch. 42, TACL6044 Ch.
44, TACL6046 Ch. 46, TACL6050 Ch. 50)

11.1V 1800mAh LiPo battery for motor (HCAA3840)

❏

3S (11.1V) LiPo battery charger (Great Planes

❏

Smart Charger w/DC car adapter (GPMM3319)

OR

Great Planes Smart Charger w/AC and DC

❏

adapter (GPMM3318)

Thread-locking cement (GPMR6060)

❏

Double-sided adhesive foam tape (GPMQ4442)

❏

Great Planes Stick-on lead weights (GPMQ4485)

❏

Fine-point felt-tip pen

❏

Masking tape

❏

Hobby knife

❏

#1 Phillips screw driver

❏

#2 Phillips screw driver

❏

Needle-nose pliers or hemostats

❏

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ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS

Be certain to specify the order number exactly as listed in
the Replacement Parts List. Payment by credit card or
personal check only; no C.O.D.

If additional assistance is required for any reason contact
Product Support by e-mail at [e-mail],
or by telephone at [phone].

REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST

Order

Number

HCAA3824
HCAA3825
HCAA3826
HCAA3827
HCAA3828
HCAA3829
HCAA3830
HCAA3831
HCAA3832
HCAA3833
HCAA3834
HCAA3835
HCAA3836
TACM6610
HCAA3838
HCAA3839
HCAA3837
GPMM3109

Description

Missing pieces

Instruction manual

Full-size plans

Fuselage w/Pushrods Cessna 182 Select Scale
Nose Gear Assembly Cessna 182 Select Scale
Main Landing Gear Cessna 182 Select Scale
Vertical Stabilizer Cessna 182 Select Scale
Horizontal Stabilizer Cessna 182 Select Scale
Main Wing w/Accessories Cessna 182 Select Scale
Hardware Set Cessna 182 Select Scale
Wing Struts Cessna 182 Select Scale
Battery Hatch Cessna 182 Select Scale
Cowl Cessna 182 Select Scale
Spinner Cessna 182 Select Scale
Propeller Cessna 182 Select Scale (2)
Screw-Lock Connector Cessna 182 Select Scale (5)
Tactic BL-18 Brushless ESC
Brushless Motor Cessna 182 Select Scale
Light Control Module Cessna 182 Select Scale
Servo w/Hardware Cessna 182 Select Scale
Power Connectors

How to

purchase

Contact

Product Support

Not available

Contact your hobby

supplier to purchase

these items

Replacement parts for the Hobbico Cessna ARF are available
using the order numbers in the Replacement Parts List
that follows. The fastest, most economical service can be
provided by your hobby dealer or mail-order company.

To locate a hobby dealer, visit the Hobbico web site at www.
hobbico.com. Choose “Where to Buy” at the bottom of the
menu on the left side of the page. Follow the instructions
provided on the page to locate a U.S., Canadian or
International dealer.

Parts may also be ordered directly from Hobby Services by
calling [phone], or via facsimile at [phone],
but full retail prices and shipping and handling charges will
apply. Illinois and Nevada residents will also be charged
sales tax. If ordering via fax, include a Visa® or MasterCard®
number and expiration date for payment.

Mail parts orders Hobby Services
and payments by 3002 N Apollo Drive, Suite 1
personal check to: Champaign IL 61822

KIT INSPECTION

Before starting to build, take an inventory of this kit to make
sure it is complete, and inspect the parts to make sure they
are of acceptable quality . If any parts are missing or are not of
acceptable quality, or if you need assistance with assembly,
contact Product Support. When reporting defective or
missing parts, use the part names exactly as they are written
in the Kit Contents list.

Hobbico Product Support

3002 N Apollo Drive, Suite 1
Champaign, IL 61822

Telephone: [phone], ext. 5
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

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KIT CONTENTS

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7

8

6

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Kit Contents

1. Fuselage assembly

(factory-installed motor w/battery connector, cowl,
windows, dashboard/instrument panel, nose landing
gear, battery hatch cover, main landing gear cover,
elevator-rudder servos/connectors/pushrods, hook­and-loop battery strap)

2. Wing assembly

(factory-installed ailerons, fl aps, fl ap/aileron servos,
pushrods, hinges)

4

5

10

3

9

3. Horizontal stabilizer (stab)

w/elevators, elevator joiner wire

4. V ertical stabilizer (fi n)

w/rudder, light

5. Main landing gear

w/wheel pants, wheels

HARDWARE

6. Painted aluminum wing struts

7. Propeller

8. Spinner, back plate

9. (2) antennas

10. (2) wing mount bolts

Not

pictured

4

Light control module
Wing mount tube donut
Cushions (4)
Tail clip
3 x 12mm screws (2)

2.5 x 8mm screws (6)
2mm set screws (2)
3mm nut
3mm washer

ASSEMBLE THE MODEL

Mount the Main Landing Gear

1. Place the fuselage upside-down on your workbench.

❏

Remove the landing gear cover (shown below) from the
bottom of the fuselage. Fasten the main landing gear with
the two, larger (3mm) Phillips screws included with this kit
and a Phillips screwdriver (a #2 works best, but a #1 Phillips
screwdriver is also suitable).

Mount the Vertical and Horizontal

Stabilizers (Fin and Stab)

1. Key the post coming out of the bottom of the vertical

❏

stabilizer (fi n) into the hole in the plastic plate on the top
of the horizontal stabilizer (stab) and join the two for a
tight fi t.

2. Remove the protectiv e strip from the double-sided tape

❏

on the inside of the landing gear cover . Stic k the landing gear
cover into the fuselage over the landing gear.

2. Slide the wire elevator and rudder pushrods out of the

❏

back of the fuselage—the pushrods are identical to each
other, so don’t worry about keeping track of which is which.
Connect the “Z” bend on the end of the pushrod wires to the
holes in the control horns for the rudder and elevator—note
that there are two holes in the elevator horn—the pushrod
goes into the outer, or bottom hole.

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