Flyzone HCAA1960 User Manual

ASSEMBLE ONLY WITH ADULT SUPERVISION

Please read through this instruction booklet to THOROUGHLY familiarize yourself with the assembly and flight
characteristics of this airplane before beginning to assemble this model.

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.

WARRANTY

Hobbico®, Inc. 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 model. Further, Hobbico reserves the right to change or modify this warranty

without notice. In that Hobbico has no control over the 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 buyers are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this product, they are 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 this address:

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.

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Requires 8 “AA” Alkaline

Batteries (not included)

Quiet Electric Flight

Radio-Controlled Model

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Instruction Manual

Hobby Services

3002 N. Apollo Dr., Suite 1

Champaign, IL 61822

USA

Your Red Hawk™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 Red Hawk, if not
assembled and operated correctly, could possibly cause
injury to yourself or spectators and damage to property.

We highly recommend that you get experienced
knowledgeable help with assembly and during your
first flights. This will make your modeling experience
more enjoyable. You’ll learn faster and avoid risking

your model before you are truly ready to fly solo. Your
local hobby shop has information about flying clubs in
your area whose membership includes qualified
instructors. You can also contact the Academy of Model
Aeronautics (AMA), which has more than 2,500
chartered clubs across the country. Instructor training
programs and insured newcomer training are available
through any one of these clubs. Contact the AMA at
the address or toll-free number below.

Academy of Model Aeronautics

5151 East Memorial Drive

Muncie, IN 47302

[phone]

Fax: [phone]

or via the internet at: http://www.modelaircraft.org

1. Assemble the plane according to instructions. DO
NOT alter or modify the model. If you make any
modifications, you void your warranty.

2. Test the operation of the model before each flight
to insure that all equipment is operating properly and
that the model remains structurally sound.

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

Remember: Take your time and follow the
instructions to end up with a well-built model that is
durable and easy to fly.

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 assembly and
flying instructions carefully and completely. We hope
you enjoy flying your Red Hawk airplane.

Electronic Speed Control / Receiver (ESC / RX):This unit
controls the speed of the motor and control surfaces.

Elevon: The moving surfaces on the plane that
control altitude and direction. Unlike most
conventional aircraft that have independent elevators
and rudder to control altitude and direction, the
orientation of elevons allows them to control both.
This method of linking the elevons together is done
automatically in the electronics of the Red Hawk.

Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) Battery:

Rechargeable batteries which are used to power the
airplane. NiMH batteries are lighter and smaller that
most other types of rechargeable batteries.

Transmitter (TX): This is the hand-held unit that sends
the signal to the control unit, or RX. Moving the stick
controls altitude and direction. The throttle lever on
the back of the transmitter controls speed.

GLOSSARY

PRECAUTIONS

PROTECT YOUR MODEL, YOURSELF

AND OTHERS.

FOLLOW THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY

PRECAUTIONS

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KIT INSPECTION

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Kit Contents Qty

1. Wing............................................1

2. Fuselage.......................................1

3. Transmitter Antenna .....................1

4. Transmitter ...................................1

5.12V Peak Charger ................................1

6. AC Wall Charger..........................1

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7. V-tail...............................................1

8. Propeller.........................................1

9. Tail Wheel ......................................1

10. Instructional DVD ..........................1

11. Landing Gear..................................1

12. 7.2V 900mAh NiMH Battery Pack..1

Before starting assembly, 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 on this page.

Hobbico Product Support:

3002 N. Apollo Drive, Suite 1

Champaign, IL 61822

Telephone: [phone] ext. 3

Fax: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

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❏ 1. Remove the fuselage from the packaging. Be careful
when removing the fuselage from the packaging as the
control wire that is preinstalled in the fuselage is
connected to the V-tail. Lay the parts out on a table
ensuring the control wires are not intertwined or twisted
together. Untie the red antenna wire and let it hang
freely. Do not cut off excess antenna wire!

❏ 2. Align the two loops of the tail wheel wire with
the holes at the back of the fuselage on the bottom.
Push the two thumb screws through the two loops in
the tail wheel wire and into the V-tail tray at the back

of the fuselage tube. Fold the V-tail into a shallow “V”
shape and press it into the angled tray allowing the
thumb screws to properly position the tail on the tray.

❏ 3. Locate the red plastic V-tail brace and align the
pegs with the six holes in the V-tail. Secure the brace
by turning the thumb screws drawing the brace tight
against the tail. If you have difficulty tightening the
brace, confirm that the thumb screws are aligned
with the two screw holes in the brace. Confirm that
the control wires are not pinched underneath the
brace. Correct if necessary.

❏ 4. Locate a small rubber band included with the
Red Hawk. Hook the rubber band to the left elevon
control hook. Loop the rubber band around the front
of the V-tail tray and connect the rubber band to the
right control hook.

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