Flyzone FLZA4014 User Manual

SPECIFICATIONS

Wingspan:

Wing

Area:

48 in
[1220mm]

354 in
[22.8 dm2]

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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

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.

30.4 oz
[860 g]

12.4 oz/ft
[38 g/dm2]

33 in
[840mm]

4-channel
(required)

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READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE STARTING CONSTRUCTION. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT

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

© 2010 Hobbico®, Inc. HCAA2528 Mnl

TABLE OF CONTENTS

AMA

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

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

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

Radio Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Additional Battery and Charging System (Optional) . .3

Required Assembly Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

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

KIT INSPECTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

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

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

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

Mount the Vertical and Horizontal Stabilizers. . . . . . . .5

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

Check the Control Throws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Increased Elevator Throw for Expert Pilots (Optional) . .10

Mount the Wing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

FINAL PREPARATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Mount the Propeller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

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

GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Identify Your Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Charge the Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

FLYING THE PIPER Super CUB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

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

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

Perform a Range Check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Monitor Your Flight Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Take Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Flying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover

Landing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover

After Flight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Piper Super Cub RxR (receiver

ready). The Cub is forgiving and “friendly” enough for pilots
with little experience, but also responsive enough for
experienced pilots who desire a durable Piper Cub that they
can “toss” around the sky.

If you are not already a member of the AMA, please join!

The AMA is the governing body of model aviation and

membership provides liability insurance coverage, protects
modelers’ rights and interests and is required to fl y at most
R/C sites.

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

http://www.modelaircraft.org/parkfl yer.aspx

IMPORTANT!!!

Two of the most important things you can do to preserve the

radio controlled aircraft hobby are to avoid fl ying near full­scale aircraft and avoid fl ying near or over groups of people.

PROTECT YOUR MODEL, YOURSELF

& OTHERS… FOLLOW THESE

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1. Your Super Cub 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.

For the latest technical updates or manual corrections to

the Super Cub visit the Hobbico web site at www.hobbico.

com. Open the “Airplanes” link, then select “Super Cub”. If

there is new technical information or changes to this model
a “tech notice” box will appear in the upper left corner of
the page.

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.

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We, as the kit manufacturer, 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.

ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED

Radio Control System

Required Assembly Tools

Other than common hobby tools this is the list of adhesives
and building supplies that are required to fi nish the Cub.

Small needle-nose pliers (HCAR0625) or hemostats

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(BRUR1302)

#1 Phillips screwdriver (DTXR0174)

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Thread-locking cement (GPMR6060)

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Small crescent wrench

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Great Planes stick-on lead weight (Optional, GPMQ4485)

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The Piper Super Cub comes with the servos installed, so all

that is required is a 4-channel transmitter and receiver. The
Tactic™ TTX404 2.4GHz spread spectrum 4-channel radio
control system (TACJ0404) is included with the RTF (ready

to fl y) version of the Piper Super Cub, so this same radio

system is ideal for your RXR version, too.

Tactic TTX404 2.4GHz 4-channel system (TACJ0404)

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(8) AA batteries will be required to operate the

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recommended transmitter (FUGP7308).

A 6" [152mm] servo extension wire (HCAM2000) will also

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be required.

Battery and Charger

Your Piper Super Cub was designed for the Flyzone 1300mAh

11.1V LiPo battery (HCAA6310). Other batteries similar in

size with the same voltage and capacity may also work, but

they may not fi t properly in the battery compartment or have

the same kind of battery connectors. In addition to a battery,

a LiPo battery charger is also required and there are several

that will work (depending on your budget and requirements).
A safe, economical charger is the Great Planes® 3S
(3-cell/11.1V) LiPo Smart Charger (GPMM3318). The Smart
Charger includes adapters to charge from a 110V wall outlet
or a 12V DC outlet from a car. The Smart Charger charges

at a rate of 800mA, which works out to a charge time of an

hour-and-a-half (1300mAh divided by 800mA = 1.625 x 60

minutes = 97 minutes). But some pilots prefer to have several

batteries and charge them faster so they can fl y more. For
charging up to four batteries faster (60 minutes) all at the

same time, the Great Planes PolyCharge4™ DC-powered

LiPo charger (GPMM3015) is recommended. But unlike the

included ElectriFly charger, the PolyCharge4 does not have

an internal LiPo cell balancer which is a critical component in

making sure your LiPo batteries charge effi ciently and evenly.
So, for each LiPo battery you wish to charge simultaneously,
one Great Planes Equinox™ LiPo Cell Balancer (GPMM3160)
will also be required. Finally, the PolyCharge4 does not have
AC capability, so if wall-charging is a priority a separate A/C
12-Volt power source must also be purchased separately.
A suitable power supply for the PolyCharge4 is the Great
Planes 12V 12A DC power supply (GPMP0901).

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS

Replacement parts for the Hobbico Flyzone Super Cub
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 fax 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 and payments by personal check to:

Hobby Services

3002 N. Apollo Drive, Suite 1

Champaign, IL 61822

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 telephone at [phone], or by
e-mail at [e-mail].

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REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST

Order No. Description

HCAA6310
HCAA6311
HCAA6312
HCAA6313
HCAA6314
HCAA6316
HCAA6317
HCAA6318
HCAA6319
HCAA6320
HCAA6321
HCAA6322

11.4V LiPo 1300
Fuselage
Wing
Stabilizer
Vertical Fin
Wing Struts
Landing Gear
Brushless Motor
8x4 Propeller
18 AMP ESC
Servo
Tail Wheel

Full-size plans are not available.

NOTE

You can download a copy of this
manual at www.hobbico.com.

KIT INSPECTION

Before starting to build, 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]

KIT CONTENTS

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KIT CONTENTS

1. Wing assembly (aileron servo installed)

2. Fuselage assembly (battery hatch, tail gear, motor, ESC,

receiver, elevator servo, rudder servo installed)

3. Horizontal stabilizer assembly (elevator hinged to stab)

4. Vertical stabilizer assembly (rudder hinged to fi n)

5. Wing strut assembly (2)

6. R&L landing gear assembly

7. 8.25" Diameter propeller
Not shown: Wire pushrods with Z-bends on one end (3)

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ASSEMBLE THE MODEL

Mount the Main Landing Gear

1. Remove the preinstalled 2 x 15mm Phillips screws from

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the aft landing gear mount on the bottom of the fuselage.

Phillps screw into the aft mount and through the gear, but
don’t tighten it all the way down yet (the screw will be removed
and reinstalled again later when attaching the wing struts).
Mount the right main landing gear the same way.

3. Remove the small screw from the plastic landing gear

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wire connector that is not already holding in the other gear
wire. Insert the other landing gear wire into the connector
making sure it is fully seated. Reinstall the screw using care
not to over-tighten it. Mount the end of both gear springs to
the front, inner mount with 2 x 5mm Phillips screws.

Mount the Vertical & Horizontal

Stabilizers (Fin and Stab)

1. Flex the elevators up and down a few times to loosen

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them up so they move easier.

2. Press the landing gear wire in the left main landing gear

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into the landing gear mount. Then, reinstall the 2 x 15mm

2. Insert one of the pushrod wires part way up through the

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elevator pushrod guide tube in the fuselage.

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