Flyzone HCAA27 User Manual

COMPLETE RTF AIRPLANE

REQUIRES:

8 “AA” Alkaline Batteries

Please retain this information for future reference.

ASSEMBLE ONLY WITH ADULT SUPERVISION

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

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 fl ying of this airplane, please call us at [phone] and we’ll be glad to help.

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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 modifi cation. 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 fi nal assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any damage resulting
from the use by the user of the fi nal 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:

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.

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PROTECT YOUR MODEL, YOURSELF

AND OTHERS; FOLLOW THESE

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Your Beechcraft Staggerwing 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 Beechcraft Staggerwing, 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 fi rst fl ights. This will make your modeling
experience more enjoyable. You’ll learn faster
and avoid risking your model before you are
truly ready to fl y solo. Your local hobby shop has
information about fl ying clubs in your area whose
membership includes qualifi ed instructors. You
can also contact the National 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.

PRECAUTIONS

1. Assemble the plane according to instructions.
DO NOT alter or modify the model. If you make

any modifi cations, you void your warranty.

2. Te s t the operation of the model before each fl ight
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 fl y.

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 fl ying instructions carefully and
completely. We hope you enjoy fl ying your
Beechcraft Staggerwing.

Contact the AMA at the address or toll-free phone
number below.

Academy of Model Aeronautics

5151 East Memorial Drive

Muncie, IN 47302

[phone] Fax: [phone]

or via the Internet at: www.modelaircraft.org

FCC REQUIREMENT

This device complies with Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. Operation is subject

to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

CAUTION: Changes or modifi cations to this product
not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance may void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.

GLOSSARY

Electronic Speed Control/Receiver (ESC/RX):

This unit controls the speed of the motor and
control surfaces.

Elevator: The moving surface on the horizontal
stabilizer that controls the pitch of the airplane
causing it to climb or descend.

Rudder: The moving surface on the vertical fi n
that controls movement of the airplane to the left
or right.

Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) Battery:

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

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

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AIRFRAME PARTS AND HARDWARE

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 you need assistance with assembly, contact Product
Support. When reporting defective or missing parts, please use the part names exactly as they are
written in the parts list.

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1. Fuselage

2. Cowl

3. Propeller Assembly

4. Top Wing

5. Bottom Wing

6. Wing Struts (2)

7. Fin

8. Fin Holder

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9. Horizontal Stab

10. Tail Mount Hardware

11. Main Landing Gear Assembly

12. Tail Wheel Assembly

13. NiMH 7.2V 900mAh Battery

14. 12V DC Peak Charger

15. Tactic 3-Channel Transmitter

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ASSEMBLE THE TAIL

❏ 1. Remove all of the components from the plastic
packaging and lay them out on your work surface.

❏ 2. Install the “U” shaped threaded wire into the
plastic fi n holder as shown. The longer end of
the wire should be installed at the end of the fi n
holder that has the angled edge.

❏ 4. Slide the wire through the holes in the top of
fuselage, pressing the horizontal stab onto the top
of the fuselage.

❏ 3. Slide the wires through the holes in the top of
the horizontal stab, sliding the plastic fi n holder
fl ush with the horizontal stab.

❏ 5. Install a plastic nut onto each threaded end of
the wire until the horizontal stabilizer fi ts snug to
the fuselage.

❏ 6. Install the fi n into the fi n holder.

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❏ 7. From the right side of the fi n holder install two
2mm x 8mm machine screws. Tighten the screws
until the fi n fi ts snug in the fi n holder. Be careful
not to overtighten the screws.

INSTALL THE LANDING GEAR

❏ 1. Slide the tail wheel wire into the slot on the
bottom of the fuselage.

❏ 8. Remove the pushrod retainers from the
pushrod wires. Slide the wire into the outermost
hole in both the rudder and elevators’ control
horns, and then re-install the pushrod retainers.

❏ 2. Place the plastic tail wheel retainer over the
landing gear slot. Secure it to the fuselage with
2mm x 5mm sheet metal screws.

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