Flyzone FLZA4300 User Manual

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INSTRUCTION

MANUAL

Cessna 350, Corvalis, emblems, logos, and body

designs are trademarks of Textron Innovations Inc.

and are used under license by Hobbico®, Inc.

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

SPECIFICATIONS

Wingspan:

Wing

Area:

Weight:

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:

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.

57 in
[1450mm]

2

362 in
[23.3 dm2]

2.25 lbs
[1020 g]

Hobby Services

3002 N. Apollo Dr. Suite 1

Champaign IL 61822 USA

Wing

Loading:

Length:

14 oz/ft

2

[43 g/dm2]

38 in
[965mm]

READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE STARTING CONSTRUCTION. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT

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

© 2011 Hobbico®, Inc. HCAA2533 Mnl

TABLE OF CONTENTS

AMA

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

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

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

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

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

KIT CONTENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

ASSEMBLE THE MODEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

PREPARE FOR FLIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Check the Control Directions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Dual Rates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Operate the Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Check the C.G. (Center of Gravity) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Identify Your Model. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

FLYING THE CESSNA 350 CORVALIS. . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Find a Suitable Flying Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Perform a Range Check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Monitor Your Flight Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Take Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Flying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Landing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Flaps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

After Flight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

TTX600 INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

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

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

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Cessna 350 Corvalis. Originally

produced by Columbia aircraft and called the Columbia 350,

the design was recently purchased by Cessna and was

renamed the Cessna 350 Corvalis–after the name of the

town near where it was being manufactured. After opening

the box, you will no doubt be anxious to see the sleek lines

of this modern single-engine aircraft come together on your

work bench. Fortunately, all of the time-consuming work has

already been done for you. Innovative assembly methods

allow this plane to virtually fi nish itself in under an hour.

Once at the fi eld, you will fi nd that the Cessna fl ies smoothly

but with authority from the pre-installed brushless outrunner

motor and LiPo battery.

For the latest technical updates or manual corrections

to the Cessna 350 Corvalis, visit the Flyzone web site at

www.fl yzoneplanes.com. Open the “manuals” link, then

select the Cessna 350 Corvalis.

1. Your Cessna 350 Corvalis 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, 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, 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.

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ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED

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The following items are required for assembling the Cessna

350 Corvalis RTF:

Fine-point felt-tip pen

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Masking tape

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#2 Phillips screw driver

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ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS

Replacement parts for the Hobbico Flyzone Cessna 350
Corvalis 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

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].

REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST

Order No. Description

HCAA6355
HCAA6356
HCAA6357
HCAA6358
HCAA6359
HCAA6360
HCAA6361
HCAA6362
HCAA6363
HCAA6364
HCAA6365
HCAA6366
HCAA3840
GPMM3318
TACJ2600
TACL0624

Fuselage
Wing Set
Stabilizer/Elevator
Hatch
Main Gear with Cover
Wheels/Pants
Nose Gear
30A ESC
Motor/Mount
Spinner
Light Set
9x5 Propeller
1800 mAh 15C LiPo Battery
Smart Charger
TTX600 2.4GHz Radio
TR624 Receiver

NOTE

Full-size plans

are not available.

You can download

a copy of this

manual at

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

1. Fuselage (with nose
gear installed)

2. Wing halves (with
ailerons/flaps
installed)

3. Horizontal stabilizer
halves (with
elevators installed)

4. Main landing gear
(with wheels/
wheelpants
installed)

5. Wing joiner

6. Propeller

7. Spinner

8. Battery

9. Charger

10. Transmitter

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Before you begin assembling your Cessna 350 Corvalis,
thoroughly read the instruction manual included with the
battery charger. Also familiarize yourself with the following
lithium polymer battery cautions. When satisfi ed with your
understanding of the battery charge process and safe
handling of LiPo batteries, charge your fl ight battery so it will
be ready to use when your assembly is complete.

ASSEMBLE THE MODEL

1. Insert the wing joiner into the wing pocket of one wing

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panel. Be sure that the “V” shape of the joiner points toward
the underside of the wing.

LITHIUM BATTERY HANDLING AND USAGE

WARNING!! Read the entire instruction sheet included
with your battery charger. Failure to follow all instructions
could cause permanent damage to the battery and its
surroundings, and cause bodily harm!

• ONLY use a Li-Po approved charger. NEVER use a
NiCd/NiMH peak charger!

• NEVER charge in excess of 4.20V per cell.

• ONLY charge through the “charge” lead. NEVER charge
through the “discharge” lead.

• NEVER charge at currents greater than 1C.

• ALWAYS set charger’s output volts to match battery volts.

• ALWAYS charge in a fi reproof location.

• NEVER trickle charge.

• NEVER allow the battery temperature to exceed 150° F
(65° C).

• NEVER disassemble or modify pack wiring in any way
or puncture cells.

• NEVER discharge below 3.0V per cell.

• NEVER place on combustible materials or leave
unattended during charge or discharge.

• ALWAYS KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

2. Fit the other wing panel onto the wing joiner.

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3. The aileron and fl ap pushrod wires must pass through

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the holes in the screw lock connectors when the wing panels
are joined together.

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4. Tighten the wing joiner screws that can be seen through

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the access holes in the underside of the wing panels.

6. Connect the aileron servo lead to channel 1 on the

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receiver and the fl ap servo lead to channel 6 on the receiver.
Connect the wing lights to the Y-harness (which is already
plugged into channel 5).

5. Position the fl aps and ailerons inline with each other

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(left aileron and right aileron even with each other, left fl ap

and right fl ap even with each other) and tighten the screws in
the screw lock connectors. Note: After the receiver has been
installed and you test the operation of the fl aps and ailerons,
you may need to loosen the screws, reposition the pushrod
wires in the screw lock connectors, and retighten the screws.

7. Insert the wing dowels into the holes in the fuselage

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at the front of the wing saddle. Make sure that none of the
servo wires interfere with the tail servos. Press the wing
into place and attach it to the fuselage using two 3x22mm
machine screws.

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8. Mount the landing gear to the fuselage using four

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3x16mm self-tapping screws.

9. Unscrew the bottom half of the nose wheel pant.

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11. Slide the left horizontal stabilizer onto the fuselage.

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Align the plastic fi ttings into their mating slots in the fuselage

and press the stab half against the fuse until fully seated.

10. Insert the nose wheel axle through the nose wheel and

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fi t it into the grooves in the lower nose wheel pant. Replace
the lower nose wheel pant and screw it back into place.

12. Install the right horizontal stabilizer in the same

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manner. Thread a 2.5x8mm self-tapping screw into each
stab mounting hole and tighten them securely.

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