Horizon Hobby timber Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual
Bedienungsanleitung
Manuel d’utilisation
Manuale di Istruzioni

SAFE® Select Technology, Optional Flight Envelope Protection

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As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating in a man­ner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the
product or the property of others.

• Always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model to avoid
collisions or injury. This model is controlled by a radio signal subject to
interference from many sources outside your control. Interference can cause
momentary loss of control.

• Always operate your model in open spaces away from full-size vehicles,
traffi c and people.

• Always carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional
support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery packs, etc.).

• Always keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of the
reach of children.

• Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not specifi cally designed and

protected for this purpose. Moisture causes damage to electronics.

• Never place any portion of the model in your mouth as it could cause serious
injury or even death.

• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.

• Always keep aircraft in sight and under control.

• Always use fully charged batteries.

• Always keep transmitter powered on while aircraft is powered.

• Always remove batteries before disassembly.

• Always keep moving parts clean.

• Always keep parts dry.

• Always let parts cool after use before touching.

• Always remove batteries after use.

• Always ensure failsafe is properly set before fl ying.

• Never operate aircraft with damaged wiring.

• Never touch moving parts.

NOTICE

All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product
literature, visit www.horizonhobby.com and click on the support tab for this product.

Meaning of Special Language:

The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product:

NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND little or no possibility of injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury.
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high

probability of superfi cial injury.

WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product
correctly can result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury.

This is a sophisticated hobby product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to oper­ate this Product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This product is not intended for use by
children without direct adult supervision. Do not use with incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by
Horizon Hobby, LLC. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warn­ings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.

Safety Precautions and Warnings

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AGE RECOMMENDATION:
Not for children under 14
years. This is not a toy.

WARNING AGAINST COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS: If you ever need to replace your Spektrum receiver found

in a Horizon Hobby product, always purchase from Horizon Hobby, LLC or a Horizon Hobby authorized dealer to en­sure authentic high-quality Spektrum product. Horizon Hobby, LLC disclaims all support and warranty with regards,
but not limited to, compatibility and performance of counterfeit products or products claiming compatibility with
DSM or Spektrum technology.

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To register your product online, visit www.e-fl iterc.com

Box Contents

Quick Start Information

Transmitter

Setup

Set up your transmitter using the

transmitter setup chart

Dual Rates

Hi Rate Low Rate

Ail

33mm
33mm

25mm
25mm

Ele

22mm 16mm

Rud

30mm 20mm

Flaps

Full

=35mm

Half

=20mm

Center of

Gravity (CG)

60mm +/- 5mm back from leading edge

of wing at the fuselage.

Flight Timer

Setting

7 minutes

Table of Contents

50.3 OZ
(1.4Kg)

40.9 in (1040mm)

(61.0 in 1555mm)

Specifi cations

Motor: 10BL Brushless outrunner

1300Kv (EFLM108018)

Installed Installed

ESC: 40 AMP Brushless ESC

(EFLA1040U)

Installed Installed

9 gram servo (SPMSA330) Installed Installed

Receiver: Spektrum™ AR636A

6-Channel Sport Receiver
(SMPAR636)

Installed

Required

to

Complete

Recommended Battery:

11.1V 3S 2200mAh 30C Li-Po
(EFLB22003S30)

Required

to

Complete

Required

to

Complete

Recommended Battery Charger:

3-cell Li-Po battery balancing
charger

Required

to

Complete

Required

to

Complete

Recommended Transmitter:

Full-Range 6 channel 2.4GHz with
Spektrum DSMX

®

technology with

adjustable Dual Rates.

Required

to

Complete

Required

to

Complete

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559.5 sq/in
(36.1 sq/dm)

SAFE® Select Technology ..................................................................... 4

Prefl ight ............................................................................................... 4

Transmitter Setup ...............................................................................4

Model Assembly .................................................................................. 5

Transmitter and Receiver Binding / Switching

ON and OFF SAFE Select ...................................................................... 9

SAFE

®

Select Switch Designation ......................................................10

Control Horn and Servo Arm Settings .................................................10

Battery Installation and ESC Arming ...................................................11

Center of Gravity (CG) .......................................................................12

AS3X Control Direction Test ...............................................................12

In Flight Trimming .............................................................................. 13

Flying Tips and Repairs ...................................................................... 13

PNP Receiver Selection and Installation .............................................14

Post Flight..........................................................................................15

Motor Service ....................................................................................15

Troubleshooting Guide AS3X ..............................................................15

Troubleshooting Guide .......................................................................16

AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code ........................................... 17

Limited Warranty ............................................................................... 18

Contact Information ...........................................................................19

FCC Information ................................................................................. 19

IC Information ....................................................................................19

Compliance Information for the European Union ................................. 19

Replacement Parts .............................................................................71

Optional Parts ....................................................................................71

As of this printing, you are required to register with the FAA if you own this
product.

For up-to-date information on how to register with the FAA, please visit https://
registermyuas.faa.gov/.

For additional assistance on regulations and guidance on UAS usage, visit
knowbeforeyoufl y.org/.

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Prefl ight

1 Remove and inspect contents.
2 Read this instruction manual thoroughly.
3 Charge the fl ight battery.
4 Setup Transmitter using transmitter setup chart.
5 Fully assemble the airplane.
6 Install the fl ight battery in the aircraft (once it has been fully charged).
7 Check the Center of Gravity (CG).
8 Bind the aircraft to your transmitter.
9 Make sure linkages move freely.

10 Test the fl ap operation.
11 Perform the Control Direction Test with the transmitter.
12 Perform the AS3X Control Direction Test with the aircraft.
13 Adjust fl ight controls and transmitter.
14 Perform a radio system Range Test.
15 Find a safe open area to fl y.
16 Plan fl ight for fl ying fi eld conditions.

Transmitter Setup

IMPORTANT: After you set up your model, always rebind the transmitter and

receiver to set the desired failsafe positions.

Dual Rates

Take fi rst fl ights in Low Rate. For landings, use high rate elevator.

NOTICE: To ensure AS3X

®

technology functions properly, do not lower rate
values below 50%. If lower rates are desired, manually adjust the position of
the pushrods on the servo arm.

NOTICE: If oscillation occurs at high speed, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide
for more information.

Expo

After fi rst fl ights, you may adjust expo in your transmitter or refer to the AR636
receiver manual for expo adjustment.

For your fi rst fl ights with the recommended battery pack (EFLB22003S30), set
your transmitter timer or a stopwatch to 7 minutes. After fi ve minutes, land
the aircraft. Adjust your timer for longer or shorter fl ights once you have fl own
the model. If at any time the motor pulses, land the aircraft immediately to
recharge the fl ight battery. See the Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC) section for more
details on maximizing battery health and run time.

Computerized Transmitter Setup

(DX6i, DX6, DX7, DX7S, DX8, DX9, DX10t and DX18)

Start all transmitter programming with a blank ACRO model (do a model
reset), then name the model.

Set Dual Rates to:

HIGH 100%
LOW 70%

Set Servo Travel to: 100%

DX6i

1. Go to the SETUP LIST MENU

2. Set MODEL TYPE: ACRO

3. Go to ADJUST LIST MENU

4. Set FLAPS: Norm 100 Flap
LAND 60 Flap

DX7S
DX8

1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP

2. Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE

3. Set WING TYPE: 1 AIL 1 FLAP

4. Go to the FUNCTION LIST

5. Set FLAP SYSTEM: Choose Flap
NORM: -100% FLAP
MID: 0% FLAP 9% ELEVATOR
LAND: 60% FLAP 13% ELEVATOR
SPEED 2.0S: SWITCH = FLAP

DX6
DX7
DX9
DX10t
DX18

1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP

2. Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE

3. Set AICRAFT TYPE:
WING: 1 AIL 1 FLAP

4. Go to the FUNCTION LIST

5. Set FLAP SYSTEM:
SELECT SWITCH D:
POS 0: -100% FLAP
POS 1: 0% FLAP 9% ELEVATOR
POS 2: 60% FLAP 13% ELEVATOR
SPEED 2.0

SAFE® Select Technology

The evolutionary SAFE® Select technology can offer an extra level of protection so you can perform the fi rst fl ight with confi dence. No complex transmitter
programming is required. Just follow the simple bind process to make the SAFE Select system active. When activated, bank and pitch limitations keep you from
over-controlling and automatic self-leveling makes recovery from risky or confusing attitudes as simple as releasing the sticks. In fact, with the aileron, elevator
and rudder sticks in the neutral position, SAFE Select will automatically keep the airplane in a straight and level attitude.

Expand the advantage of what SAFE

®

Select technology offers by assigning it to a switch. No transmitter programming is required and you’ll be able to turn the
system ON and OFF with the fl ip of a switch. For example, turn SAFE select ON for takeoffs to eliminate the need for fl ap or throttle to elevator mixing. Turn it OFF
in fl ight for unrestricted aerobatic performance, and turn it back ON when a buddy wants to try out your cool aircraft. Turn SAFE Select ON for landings. As you
drop the fl aps, SAFE Select reduces your work load by compensating for pitch changes automatically, regardless of throttle position. It will help keep the correct
pitch attitude and wings level during the fi nal approach. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, SAFE Select can make your fl ights a great experience.

When the normal bind process is followed, the SAFE Select system is disabled leaving specially tuned AS3X

®

technology in place to deliver a pure, unrestricted

fl ight experience.

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Model Assembly

Landing Gear Installation

1. Turn the fuselage so the bottom side is facing up.

2. Slide the strut assembly (A) into the strut pocket on the side of

the fuselage.

3. Secure the the strut assembly into place with two included screws (B).

4. Repeat the processs to attach the other strut assembly to the opposite side
of the fuselage.

Suspension Assembly

5. Join the suspension wires (C) together using the bracket (D) and plate (E)
as shown.

6. Secure the assembly together using the two included screws (F).

Mounting the Suspension Assembly

7. Attach the suspension assembly to the bottom of the fuselage using the
included two screws (G).

Disassemble in reverse order.

A

F

B

E

D

C

G

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Horizontal Tail Installation

1. Slide the horizontal tail tube (A) into the hole in the rear of the fuselage.

2. Install the 2 piece (left and right) horizontal tail as shown. Ensure the
control horn faces down.

3. Secure the two horizontal tail pieces in place using the
2 included screws (B).

4. Attach the clevis to the elevator control horn (see instructions for
clevis connection).

Clevis Installation

• Pull the tube from the clevis to the linkage.

• Carefully spread the clevis, then insert the clevis pin into the desired hole in

the control horn.

• Move the tube to hold the clevis on the control horn.

Control Surface Centering

After assembly and transmitter setup, confi rm that the control surfaces are
centered. If the control surfaces are not centered, mechanically center the
control surfaces by adjusting the linkages.

If adjustment is required, turn the clevis on the linkage to change the length of
the linkage between the servo arm and the control horn.

After binding a transmitter to the aircraft receiver, set the trims and
sub-trims to 0, then adjust the clevises to center the control surfaces.

B

Model Assembly Continued

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

A

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Model Assembly Continued

Wing Assembly

Slat Installation (Optional)

1. Carefully remove all the foam slat pocket covers (A) from the wing.

2. When the pocket is exposed, carefully apply medium CA to each
slat pocket.

3. Carefully mount the slat onto the wing with the rounded edge facing
forward. Ensure that the left and right slats are on the correct wing half.
The slat and wing halves are labeled with “L” and “R” indicators.

Wing Installation

1. Slide the left and right wing halves together, as shown.

2. Secure the wing together using the wing bracket (A).

3. Guide the Flaps, Lights and Aileron servo connectors (B) into the top of the
fuselage as shown.

Tip: If needed, use hemostats or pliers to pull the servo connectors into the
fuselage.

4. Connect the Flaps, and Aileron connectors to respective
Y-harnesses connected to the receiver. The left and right servos
can be connected to either side of a Y-harness.

5. Connect the two light connectors (with exposed pins) to the light harness.

IMPORTANT: The ailerons must be connected to the receiver’s AILE (#2 chan­nel) with a Y-harness (included) for the AS3X

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system to function properly.

6. Align the wing with the fuselage and secure into position using the included
2 nylon wing bolts (C).

CAUTION: DO NOT crush or otherwise damage the wiring when

attaching the wing to the fuselage.

Disassemble in reverse order.

Required Adhesives:

Medium CA

A

1

2

1

2

A

B

Lights

Flaps

Ailerons

C

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