Flyzone HCAA1961 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 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.

Requires 8 “AA” Batteries

(not included)

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Hobby Services

3002 N. Apollo Dr. Suite 1

Champaign IL 61822

USA

READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE STARTING
CONSTRUCTION. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONCERNING
THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF THIS MODEL.

Champaign, Illinois

Your SkyFly 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 SkyFly, 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 47302-9252

Tele. [phone]

Fax [phone]

Or via the Internet at: www.modelaircraft.org

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

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

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 SkyFly airplane.

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

Elevator – Controls altitude

Rudder – Controls direction

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 sticks
controls speed, altitude and direction.

GLOSSARY

PRECAUTIONS

PROTECT YOUR MODEL, YOURSELF

AND OTHERS. FOLLOW THESE

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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AIRFRAME PARTS AND HARDWARE

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Part Name Qty.

❏ 1. Transmitter Antenna................1

❏ 2. Transmitter..............................1

❏ 3. Nose Gear..............................1

❏ 4. Instruction DVD.....................1

❏ 5. 12V DC Peak Charger............1

❏ 6. Vertical Stabilizer ...................1

❏ 7. Propeller ................................1

❏ 8. Horizontal Stabilizer ..............1

❏ 9. Main Wing.............................1

❏ 10. Landing Gear .......................1

❏ 11. AC Wall Adapter ..................1

❏ 12. 7.2V 900 mAh NiMH Battery..1

ITEMS NOT SHOWN

Part Name Qty.

❏ Wing Mounting Bands .............4

❏ Control Bands ..........................2

❏ Instruction Manual...................1

UNPACKING THE BOX

Check the parts against the list below. If any parts are damaged or
missing, give us a call at: [phone].

Remove the fuselage from the packaging. Be careful
when removing the fuselage from the packaging as the
control wire is preinstalled in the fuselage and
connected to the control surfaces. Lay the parts out on
a table ensuring the control wires are not intertwined or
twisted together. Remove the twist tie around the
antenna wire and let the excess wire hang freely from
the fuselage as shown in the pictures below. DO NOT

CUT OFF EXCESS ANTENNA WIRE!

Remove the retaining nuts and tail skid wire from the bolts
of the fin. Position the stabilizer on the bracket on the tail of
the fuselage. The indentations on the underside of the
stabilizer will line up with the pegs on the tail bracket.The
control wire should be on top of the stabilizer. Make sure
the control wires are out of the way, then slide the fins
threaded posts through the stabilizer until the fin and
stabilizer are seated together as shown. Be sure that the
antenna wire that passes through the fuselage will not
become damaged by the threaded posts. If necessary,
use a toothpick or something similar to insert into the
threaded post holes and push the wire aside.

Replace the metal tail skid wire; note the direction of
the wire. Attach two nylon retaining nuts to the bolts on
the fin. Tighten these nuts down to hold the tail
assembly together. Do not over tighten as the elevator
and rudder could become damaged.

Locate the two small control surface bands. Attach one band
to the outer hook on the fin bracket and the rudder control
surface. Attach the second band to the hook on the tail
bracket and the underside of the elevator control surface.

ASSEMBLE THE TAIL

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