ParkZone PKZ1400 User Manual
PKZ1415
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Horizon Hobby, Inc.
4105 Fieldstone Road
Champaign, IL 61822
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Super Decathlon
Instruction Manual
Charge-and-Fly™ Park Flyer
Wingspan: 35.4" (900mm) Radio: Proportional 3 ch. FM
Overall Length: 25.3" (640mm) Battery: 8.4V 600mAh Ni-MH
Weight: 16 oz. (450g) Charger: DC peak detect
Motor: 370 class with gear reduction
Super Decathlon Instruction Manual
Congratulations on your purchase of the ParkZone™
Super Decathlon. Your Super Decathlon has come
with everything to get you in the air – all in one box!
You will only need to attach the wing and landing
gear, as well as charge the battery prior to flight.
We at ParkZone™ are committed to giving you the
most enjoyable flight experience you can have.
In order to have a safe and successful flight, we
ask that you do not fly until you have read these
instructions thoroughly.
Your Super Decathlon comes with a fully proportional
3 channel FM radio system with full control of
throttle, steering, and pitch. If you have not
successfully flown one of HobbyZone’s Zone 1 or
2 aircraft, or any other radio controlled aircraft,
Step 1
we recommend that you seek the help of an
experienced radio control pilot during your
beginning flights. Crash damage is not covered
under the warranty!
Your Super Decathlon comes with 2 modes that
are selectable on the transmitter. Mode A limits the
travel of the control surfaces for your first several
flights. Mode B no longer limits the control so
you can perform more aerobatic maneuvers such
as loops. Your receiver also allows you to add or
remove jumper to better customize your flight, or
re-use this radio equipment in another aircraft if
you so choose.
Charging the Aircraft Battery
This charger uses unique peak detection circuitry
that ensures an accurate charge every time and protects
your Ni-Cd and Ni-MH batteries from the dangers of overcharging. This charger continually monitors the battery’s
charge curve and automatically stops charging when the peak
charge is detected. The peak detection charger will help avoid
damaging Ni-Cd and Ni-MH cells.
Important: The battery should be charged shortly before flying.
If you charge the battery 12 to 24 hours prior to flying, you will
need to “re-peak” the battery before you fly.
BATTERY CAPACITY
600mAh
8.4V Ni-MH 0.9 amp 40 minutes
MAX. CHARGE RATE
CHARGE TIME
Note: Charge time is
an estimate only of fully
discharged battery pack.
Actual charge times
may vary.
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Step 1
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DC Peak Detection Charger Features:
• Variable charge rate from 0.3–1.2 amps
• Trickle charge
• Uses automobile 12V power outlet
• Charges 4–7-cell Ni-Cd and Ni-MH
battery packs
• LED charge indicator
Charging the Aircraft Battery
1. Using the dial on the side of the charger, select the
charge rate to .9 amps.
Battery Capacity: 8.4V 600mAh Ni-MH
Max. Charge Rate: 0.9 amps
Typical Charge Time: 40 minutes
2. Connect the battery pack to the charger using
the included adapter.
3. Connect the charger to the 12V power outlet in your
automobile. The LED will continually blink while the
battery charges.
4. Charging is finished when the LED indicator glows
steadily. You should also notice at this time that
the battery is warm to the touch.
Note: Damage to the charger and battery will occur if
you exceed the maximum charge rate recommended.
Note: Do not leave the charger and battery
unattended during the charge process. While
charging, place the battery on a heat resistant
surface and constantly monitor the temperature of
the battery pack. If the battery becomes hot at any
time during the charge process, discontinue charging
immediately. Do not allow children to charge battery
packs without adult supervision.
Step 2
Transmitter
1. Insert 8 new “AA” batteries (supplied) into the
transmitter, observing proper polarity.
2. Turn switch on to ensure the batteries have
been installed correctly. Once this is confirmed,
turn radio off.
Step 3
Installation of Landing Gear
1. Locate the landing gear within packaging.
2. Slide one half of landing gear into allotted slot in
fuse until it “locks” into place. Slide the other half of
the landing gear into fuse as you have done with the
previous one. Look into the fuselage to make sure
the two gear halves are pressed in snug against the
center of the landing gear support.
3. Make sure both parts of the landing gear are secure
and properly in place. They should feel “snug” inside
the fuse when attached properly.
8.4V–600mAh
Ni-MH Battery
Don’t connect until
just before flight.
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Step 4
Attaching the Wing
1. Locate wing.
2. Locate wing strut screws.
3. Place the wing on the top of the fuselage, making
certain it is centered properly. Attach the wing with
four rubber bands that are included. Stretch two of
the rubber bands from the front to the rear attach
points. Stretch the last two diagonally across the
middle to the attach points.
4. Once this is done, it is time to attach the wing
struts to the fuselage. Locate the two washers and
small Phillips screws and attach strut to fuselage as
shown. Once the screw is tightened into the fuse,
you can loosen it slightly to allow the slack of the
strut to be adjusted as needed.
5. Make sure that prior to each flight the wing is
properly centered on the fuselage. If the wing
is not centered properly, it is impossible to have
correct flight.
(2) 2.5 x 12mm
Align to
the center.
A’
Fix wing securely to fuselage.
Loss of wing will result in lack of
control and crash.
Use 4 rubber bands
to secure wing as
shown.
Parallel
A”
Step 5
Motor Test
1. Make sure the throttle slider is in the
“off” position.
2. Turn on transmitter.
3. Remove battery cap from bottom of the fuselage.
4. Plug the flight battery into the black lead inside
the fuselage.
5. Secure battery inside fuselage cavity and replace
battery cap.
6. Your Super Decathlon has a built-in throttle-arming
feature that needs to “see” the throttle slider in
the off position before it will spin the propeller.
(CAUTION: Make sure that you, as well as loose
clothing and hair, are away from propeller at all
times!) Advance the throttle forward and the propeller
should spin at a high speed. The throttle-arming
feature will need to be activated each time the
battery is plugged into the airplane.
A’=A”
7. When finished with the motor test, be sure to
disconnect the battery first, then turn off the
transmitter. This step should be followed each time
you need to turn the airplane off.
ON
OFF
Adult Supervision Required
WARNING: Keep everything clear of the propeller and
hold the plane securely. A moving propeller can cause
severe injury.
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