Instruction Manual • Bedienungsanleitung • Manuel d’utilisation • Manuale di Istruzioni
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NOTICE
All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, Inc. 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 attempt disassembly, use with incompatible components or augment product in any way without the approval of Horizon
Hobby, Inc. 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.
Additional Safety Precautions and Warnings
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.
This model is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from many sources outside your control. This interference can cause momentary loss of control
so it is advisable to always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model, as this margin will help avoid collisions or injury.
Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.
• 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.
Battery Warnings
The Battery Charger included with your aircraft is designed to safely charge the Li-Po battery.
CAUTION: All instructions and warnings must be followed exactly. Mishandling of Li-Po batteries can result in a fi re, personal injury, and/or property damage.
• By handling, charging or using the included Li-Po battery you assume all
risks associated with lithium batteries.
• If at any time the battery begins to balloon or swell, discontinue use imme-
diately. If charging or discharging, discontinue and disconnect. Continuing
to use, charge or discharge a battery that is ballooning or swelling can
result in fi re.
• Always store the battery at room temperature in a dry area for best results.
• Always transport or temporarily store the battery in a temperature range of
40–120º F. Do not store battery or model in a car or direct sunlight. If stored
in a hot car, the battery can be damaged or even catch fi re.
• NEVER USE A Ni-Cd OR Ni-MH CHARGER. Failure to charge the battery with
a compatible charger may cause fi re resulting in personal injury and/or
property damage.
• Never discharge Li-Po cells to below 3V under load.
• Never cover warning labels with hook and loop strips.
• Never leave charging batteries unattended.
• Never charge batteries outside safe temperature range.
• Never charge damaged batteries.
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Thank you for purchasing the ParkZone® Spitfi re Mk IX. You are just minutes away from one of the most exciting RC warbird experiences available. The Supermarine Spitfi re is an icon of British grit and determination. Its fl uid lines are as much a work of art as the aerodynamics. ParkZone has brilliantly captured its power
and grace with this remarkably scale, brushless Mk IX replica. The Mk IX was developed by Supermarine in 1942 to counter the threat posed by the Focke Wulf
190. It also has the distinction of being the fi rst Allied warplane to shoot down an Me-262 jet.
Before you take your fi rst fl ight, however, you must thoroughly read this manual. Along with the assembly instructions, you’ll fi nd important setup tips, a pre-fl ight
checklist and a handy troubleshooting guide. It’s all here so your fi rst fl ight, and everyone after, is as rewarding as it can be.
Full-Range 2.4GHz with Spektrum
DSM2™/DSMX® technology.
full range or park fl yer sport receiver
™
™
DSM2™
To register your product online, visit www.parkzone.com
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Charging the Flight Battery
Your Spitfi re Mk IX comes with a DC balancing charger and 3S Li-Po battery.
You should only charge your battery with the included charger. Never leave the
battery and charger unattended during the charge process. Failure to follow the
instructions properly could result in a fi re. When charging, make certain the battery is on a heat-resistant surface. Charge the fl ight battery while assembling
the aircraft. Install the fully charged battery to perform control tests and binding.
DC Li-Po Balancing Charger Features
• Charges 2- to 3-cell lithium polymer battery packs
• Variable charge rates from 300mAh to 2-amp
• Simple single push-button operation
• LED charge status indicator
• LED cell balance indicator
• Audible beeper indicates power and charge status
• 12V accessory outlet input cord
Specifi cations
• Input power: 12V DC, 3-amp
• Charges 2- to 3-cell Li-Po packs with minimum
capacity of 300mAh
3S 11.1V 2200mAh 25C Li-Po Battery Pack (PKZ1029)
The ParkZone® 3S Li-Po battery pack features a balancing lead that allows
you to safely charge your battery pack when used with the included ParkZone
Li-Po balancing charger.
CAUTION: The balance connector must be inserted into the correct port
of your charger prior to charging.
The Battery Charging Process
1. Charge only batteries that are cool to the touch and are not damaged. Look at the battery to make sure it is not damaged e.g., swollen, bent, broken or
punctured.
2. Attach the input cord of the charger to the appropriate power supply (12V accessory outlet).
3. When the Li-Po charger has been correctly powered up, there will be an approximate 3-second delay, then an audible “beep” and the green (ready)
LED will fl ash.
4. Turn the control on the Amps selector so the arrow points to the charging rate required for the Battery (the Spitfi re Mk IX’s included 2200mAh Li-Po
battery will charge at 2.0 amps). DO NOT change the charge rate once the battery begins charging.
5. Move the cell selector switch to 3-cell for your battery.
6. Connect the Balancing Lead of the Battery to the 3-cell (it has 4 pins) charger port.
7. The green and red LEDs may fl ash during the charging process when the charger is balancing cells. Balancing prolongs the life of the battery.
8. When the battery is fully charged, there will be an audible beep for about 3 seconds and the green LED will shine continuously. Attempting to charge
an over-discharged battery will cause the charger to repeatedly fl ash and beep, indicating an error has occurred.
9. Always unplug the battery from the charger immediately upon completion of charging.
CAUTION: Overcharging a battery can cause a fi re.
CAUTION: Only use a charger specifi cally designed to charge a Li-Po
battery. Failure to do so could result in fi re causing injury or property
damage.
CAUTION: Never exceed the recommended charge rate.
Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC)
When a Li-Po battery is discharged below 3V per cell, it will not hold a charge.
The ESC protects the fl ight battery from over-discharge using Low Voltage
Cutoff (LVC). Before the battery charge decreases too much, LVC removes
power supplied to the motor. Power to the motor pulses, showing that some
battery power is reserved for fl ight control and safe landing.
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NOTICE: If using a battery other than the included Li-Po battery, refer to your
battery manufacturer’s instructions for charging.
When the motor pulses, land the aircraft immediately and recharge the
fl ight battery.
Disconnect and remove the Li-Po battery from the aircraft after use to prevent
trickle discharge. Fully charge your Li-Po battery before storing it. During
storage make sure battery charge does not go below 3V per cell.
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Transmitter and Receiver Binding
Binding is the process of programming the receiver of the control unit to recognize the GUID (Globally Unique Identifi er) code of a single specifi c transmitter. You
need to ‘bind’ your chosen Spektrum DSM2/DSMX technology equipped aircraft transmitter to the receiver for proper operation.
Please visit www.bindnfl y.com for a complete list of compatible transmitters.
BIND PLUG
When using a Futaba transmitter with a Spektrum DSM module, you must reverse the throttle channel.
Binding Procedure Reference Table
1. Read transmitter instructions for binding to a receiver (location of transmitter’s Bind control).
2. Make sure the transmitter is powered off.
3. Move the transmitter controls to neutral (fl ight controls: rudder, elevators and ailerons) or to low
positions (throttle, throttle trim).*
4. Install a bind plug in the receiver bind port.
5. Connect the fl ight battery to the ESC.
6. The receiver LED will begin to fl ash rapidly.
7. Power on the transmitter while holding the transmitter bind button or switch. Refer to your
transmitter’s manual for binding button or switch instructions.
8. When the receiver binds to the transmitter, the light on the receiver will be solid and the ESC will
produce a series of sounds. The series of sounds is a long tone, then three short tones that
confi rm the LVC is set for the ESC.
9. Remove the bind plug from the bind port.
10. Safely store the bind plug (some owners attach the bind plug to their transmitter using two-part
loops and clips).
11. The receiver should retain the binding instructions received from the transmitter until another
binding is done.
* The throttle will not arm if the transmitter’s throttle control is not put at the lowest position. If you encounter problems, follow binding instructions and refer
to transmitter troubleshooting guide for other instructions. If needed, contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support offi ce.
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Installing Battery
1. Carefully lift the back of battery hatch (A) and pull hatch pins from the holes
in the fuselage to remove hatch.
2. Install fl ight battery (B) all the way to the front of the battery compartment.
3. Connect battery connector to the ESC power connector.
4. Make sure the fl ight battery (B) is held tight using a hook and loop strap (C).
5. Install battery hatch on fuselage. Make sure the magnets on hatch and
fuselage touch.
CAUTION: Always disconnect the Li-Po battery from the aircraft receiver
when not fl ying to avoid over-discharging the battery. Batteries discharged to
a voltage lower than the lowest approved voltage may be damaged, resulting
in loss of performance and potential fi re when batteries are charged.
CAUTION: Always keep hands away from propeller. When armed, the
motor will turn the propeller in response to any throttle movement.
Prevent damage to paint on the fuselage and hatch by
installing a small amount of included clear tape. Use
folded tape as a handle to lift the hatch from the fuselage.
A
B
C
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Before Flight
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• Lower throttle and
throttle trim to
lowest settings.
Power on
Transmitter
• Connect battery
to ESC.
Installing a Receiver
1. Remove the wing to install a receiver.
2. Install your park fl yer or full range receiver in the fuselage using hook and
loop tape or double-sided servo tape.
3. Attach the elevator and rudder servo connectors to the appropriate channels of the receiver.
Battery Selection and Installation
1. We recommend the ParkZone 2200mAh 11.1V 25C Li-Po battery (PKZ1029).
2. If using another battery, the battery must be at least a 25C 2100mAh battery.
Installing Wing
Wait 5
seconds
4. Attach the aileron Y-harness to the aileron channel of the receiver.
5. Attach the ESC connector to the throttle channel of the receiver.
3. Your battery should be approximately the same capacity, dimensions and
weight as the ParkZone Li-Po battery to fi t in the fuselage without changing
the center of gravity.
Continuous LED
Series of tones
1. Where installed, remove battery hatch from
fuselage.
2. Turn aircraft over so the bottom of the fuselage
faces up.
3. Put the wing’s guide pins in the fuselage
plate holes.
4. Where used, put aileron and retractable landing
gear connectors in the hole in the fuselage.
Make sure connectors do not fall out of the
fuselage after wing is installed.
5. Align and attach wing to the fuselage using
two screws.
CAUTION: Do NOT crush or otherwise
damage wiring when attaching wing to fuselage.
6. Turn assembled fuselage and wing so the
bottom of the wing is down.
7. Connect servo connectors to the receiver or
Y-harnesses. There is no difference between two
connections on a Y-harness. Left and right servo
connectors do not have to be connected to
a particular side of a Y-harness.
8. Where needed, disassemble in reverse order.
NOTICE: Use of CA accelerant on your model can damage paint. DO NOT wipe accelerant from model, but let accelerant evaporate.
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3 X 25mm (2)
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Installing Horizontal Tail
1. Install the tube in the hole in the fuselage.
2. Install the left horizontal tail on tube.
3. Install the left horizontal tail in fuselage mount.
4. Install the right horizontal tail on tube, in mount
and on connector with left tail.
5. Apply four pieces of tape on the fuselage
mounts and top and bottom of the horizontal tail.
6. Attach clevis to the elevator control horn (see
instructions for clevis connection).
7. When needed, disassemble in reverse order.
Installing Cannons and Antenna
1. Install cannons on the front of the wings using
two screws (A) for each cannon.
2. Install antenna in slot on top of the fuselage
behind the canopy.
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Installing Landing Gear
Intallation
1. Install the left landing gear plate (A) (marked
with an L) in wing using four screws (B).
2. Install the left landing gear strut in plate (as
shown).
3. Install the left cover (C) (marked L) on strut (D)
using two screws (E).
4. Install wheel on the strut using collar. Make sure
the bushing side of the wheel is toward the bend
in the strut.
5. Tighten setscrew (F) in collar. Use a small
amount of threadlock to hold setscrew in collar.
6. Install the left wheel pant (G) (marked L)
on the strut.
7. Install right landing gear the same as left
landing gear.
Removal
When needed, disassemble in reverse order.
A
1.5 X 7mm(4)
B
3 X 23mm(8)
A
F
3 X 4mm(2)
G
D
C
E
2 X 12mm(4)
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Installing Optional Retractable Landing Gear
1. Remove wing from the model and disconnect aileron servos from
Y-harness.
2. Remove fi xed landing gear and included parts from the wing.
3. Install required struts (A) (PKZ5717, sold separately) on retract gear (B)
(EFLG100, sold separately) according to the instructions included with
electric retracts.
Pre-bent retract struts with three spring coils are required so the wheels
can go in the wheel wells without being blocked.
A
D
3 X 23mm(8)
4. Plug retracts into gear y-harness connectors in the landing gear mount.
5. Install retracts in wing using left and right retract cover plates (C)
(marked L and R) and eight screws (D).
6. Pull extra gear y-harness slack through the hole in the middle of the
wing on the top.
7. Place each gear y-harness connector in the slot on the inside edge of
each radiator scoop (E).
8. In the fuselage, connect the aileron servos to aileron Y-harness and
connect gear Y-harness to GEAR port on receiver.
9. Install wheels, collars and wheel pants on the retract struts as inlanding
gear installation instructions.
10. Install wing on model.
Installing Clevises on Control Horns and Control Centering
Tip: Turn the clevis clockwise or counterclockwise on the linkage.
• Pull the tube from the clevis to the linkage.
• Carefully spread the clevis and put the clevis pin in a selected hole in
the control horn.
• Move the tube to hold the clevis on the control horn.
After binding a transmitter to the model receiver, set trims and sub-trims to
0, then adjust clevises to center the control surfaces.
1.
2.
3.
B
C
E
4.
5.
6.
Factory Settings
Fly the model at factory settings before making changes. For pilots who
wish for more control throw, adjust position of linkages on servo arms and
control horns for increased travel.
Center of Gravity (CG)
Place battery all the way forward in the fuselage
and hold the battery in place using a hook and loop
strap. It is easiest to balance the Spitfi re Mk IX with
the aircraft inverted.
Arms
Horns
Elevator
Ailerons
Rudder
65mm
(2.55 inches) from leading
edge of the wing at fuselage
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Control Direction Test
Bind your aircraft and transmitter before doing these tests. Move the controls on the transmitter to make sure the aircraft control surfaces move correctly.
After doing the Control Test, correctly set failsafe. Make sure transmitter controls are at neutral and the throttle and throttle trim are in the low position then
rebind the model to your transmitter. If the receiver loses link to the transmitter, failsafe makes the controls and throttle go to these settings made at binding.
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Elevator
Aileron
Up Elevator
Down Elevator
Stick
Left
Rudder
Stick
Right
Stick
Left
Stick
Right
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Dual Rates
We recommend using a DSM2/DSMX aircraft transmitter capable of dual rates.
Adjust according to individual preferences after initial fl ight.
Service of Power Components
High RateLow Rate
Aileron15mm up/down11mm up/down
Elevator14mm up/down10mm up/down
Rudder25mm left/right18mm left/right
Disassembly
1. Remove screw (A) and nose cone (B) from spinner nut (C).
2. Use a tool to remove the spinner nut.
3. Remove propeller (D), nose cone plate (E), backplate (F) and collet (G) from
motor shaft.
4. Remove six screws (H) from cowling (I).
5. Carefully remove cowling from fuselage. Paint may keep cowling attached
to the fuselage.
6. Remove four screws (J) from the motor mount (K) and fuselage.
7. Disconnect motor wires from ESC wires.
8. Remove four screws (L) and motor (M) from motor mount.
Keep rubber washers attached to the motor mount when removing screws
and motor from motor mount.
BE
DFGI
Assembly
Assemble in reverse order.
NOTICE: Make sure the propeller side with the numbers for diameter and
pitch (for example, 9.5 x 7.5) faces out from the backplate. A tool is required
to tighten the spinner nut on the collet.
M
K
L
3X10mm (4)
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A
3X10mm
CAUTION: Always disconnect the fl ight battery from the model before removing the propeller.
C
H
1.5X5mm (6)
J
2X10mm (4)
Not all wiring shown.
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Flying Tips and Repairs
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Range Check your Radio System
After fi nal assembly, range check the radio system with the Spitfi re Mk IX.
Refer to your specifi c transmitter instruction manual for range test information.
Flying
Always choose a wide-open space for fl ying your ParkZone Spitfi re Mk IX.
It is ideal that you fl y at a sanctioned fl ying fi eld. If you are not fl ying at an
approved site, always avoid fl ying near houses, trees, wires and buildings. You
should also be careful to avoid fl ying in areas where there are many people,
such as busy parks, schoolyards or soccer fi elds. Consult local laws and
ordinances before choosing a location to fl y your aircraft.
The Spitfi re Mk IX is meant to be fl own like a warbird. Care must be given
when providing elevator input, especially when fl ying at higher speeds.
If excessive elevator is given, especially at higher speeds, you could cause the
wing to fl ex when making tight turns.
Fly in this area
(upwind of pilot)
600
feet (182.8 m)
Stand here
Landing
For your fi rst fl ights, set your transmitter timer or a stopwatch to 7 minutes.
Adjust your timer for longer or shorter fl ights once you have fl own the model.
When the motor pulses, land the aircraft immediately and recharge the
fl ight battery. It is not recommended to fl y the battery to LVC.
The Spitfi re Mk IX is easiest to land doing a wheel
landing (two point). A wheel landing (two point) is
when the airplane touches down on the main landing
gear fi rst with the tailwheel off the ground. The Spitfi re
Mk IX can be landed in three-point attitude, where
all three wheels touch down at the same time, but
the wheel landing is easier to accomplish. Once the
airplane touches down, reduce back pressure on the
elevator stick to prevent the plane from becoming
airborne again. Fly the airplane down to the ground
using 1/4 –1/3 throttle to allow for enough energy for
a proper fl are.
Avoid sharp turns on the ground until the plane has slowed enough to prevent
scraping the wingtips.
NOTICE: When fi nished fl ying, never keep the airplane in the sun. Do not store
the aircraft in a hot, enclosed area such as a car. Doing so can damage
the foam.
Always
decrease throttle at
propeller strike.
Repairs
Thanks to the Z-Foam™ construction of the Spitfi re Mk IX, repairs to the foam
can be made using virtually any adhesive (hot glue, regular CA (cyanocrylate
adhesive), epoxy, etc). When parts are not repairable, see the Replacement
Parts List for ordering by item number.
First Flight Preparation
1. Remove and inspect contents.
2. Charge fl ight battery.
3. Read this instruction manual thoroughly.
4. Fully assemble model.
5. Install the fl ight battery in the aircraft (once it has been fully charged).
6. Bind aircraft to your transmitter.
Maintenance After Flying
1. Disconnect fl ight battery from ESC (Required for Safety and battery life).
2. Power off transmitter.
3. Remove fl ight battery from aircraft.
4. Recharge fl ight battery.
NOTICE: Use of CA accelerant on your model can damage paint. DO NOT
handle model until accelerant fully dries.
7. Make sure linkages move freely.
8. Perform the Control Direction Test with the transmitter.
9. Adjust fl ight controls and transmitter.
10. Perform a radio system Range Check.
11. Find a safe and open area.
12. Plan fl ight for fl ying fi eld conditions.
5. Repair or replace all damaged parts.
6. Store fl ight battery apart from aircraft and monitor the battery charge.
7. Make note of fl ight conditions and fl ight plan results,
planning for future fl ights.
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AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code
Effective January 1, 2011
A. GENERAL
A model aircraft is a non-human-carrying aircraft capable of sustained fl ight
in the atmosphere. It may not exceed limitations of this code and is intended
exclusively for sport, recreation and/or competition. All model fl ights must
be conducted in accordance with this safety code and any additional rules
specifi c to the fl ying site.
1. Model aircraft will not be fl own:
(a) In a careless or reckless manner.
(b) At a location where model aircraft activities are prohibited.
2. Model aircraft pilots will:
(a) Yield the right of way to all man carrying aircraft.
(b) See and avoid all aircraft and a spotter must be used when appropriate.
(AMA Document #540-D-See and Avoid Guidance.)
(c) Not fl y higher than approximately 400 feet above ground level within
three (3) miles of an airport, without notifying the airport operator.
(d) Not interfere with operations and traffi c patterns at any airport, heliport
or seaplane base except where there is a mixed use agreement.
(e) Not exceed a takeoff weight, including fuel, of 55 pounds unless in
compliance with the AMA Large Model Aircraft program. (AMA
Document 520-A)
(f) Ensure the aircraft is identifi ed with the name and address or AMA
number of the owner on the inside or affi xed to the outside of the model
aircraft. (This does not apply to model aircraft fl own indoors).
(g) Not operate aircraft with metal-blade propellers or with gaseous boosts
except for helicopters operated under the provisions of AMA Document
#555.
(h) Not operate model aircraft while under the infl uence of alcohol or while
using any drug which could adversely affect the pilot’s ability to safely
control the model.
(i) Not operate model aircraft carrying pyrotechnic devices which explode
or burn, or any device which propels a projectile or drops any object
that creates a hazard to persons or property.
Exceptions:
• Free Flight fuses or devices that burn producing smoke and are
securely attached to the model aircraft during fl ight.
• Rocket motors (using solid propellant) up to a G-series size may
be used provided they remain attached to the model during fl ight.
Model rockets may be fl own in accordance with the National Model Rocketry Safety Code but may not be launched from
model aircraft.
• Offi cially designated AMA Air Show Teams (AST) are authorized to
use devices and practices as defi ned within the Team AMA
Program Document (AMA Document #718).
(j) Not operate a turbine-powered aircraft, unless in compliance with the
AMA turbine regulations. (AMA Document #510-A).
3. Model aircraft will not be fl own in AMA sanctioned events, air shows or
model demonstrations unless:
(a) The aircraft, control system and pilot skills have successfully
demonstrated all maneuvers intended or anticipated prior to the
specifi c event.
(b) An inexperienced pilot is assisted by an experienced pilot.
4. When and where required by rule, helmets must be properly worn and
fastened. They must be OSHA, DOT, ANSI, SNELL or NOCSAE approved or
comply with comparable standards.
B. RADIO CONTROL
1. All pilots shall avoid fl ying directly over unprotected people, vessels,
vehicles or structures and shall avoid endangerment of life and property
of others.
2. A successful radio equipment ground-range check in accordance with
manufacturer’s recommendations will be completed before the fi rst fl ight
of a new or repaired model aircraft.
3. At all fl ying sites a safety line(s) must be established in front of which all
fl ying takes place (AMA Document #706-Recommended Field Layout):
(a) Only personnel associated with fl ying the model aircraft are allowed at
or in front of the safety line.
(b) At air shows or demonstrations, a straight safety line must be
established.
(c) An area away from the safety line must be maintained for spectators.
(d) Intentional fl ying behind the safety line is prohibited.
4. RC model aircraft must use the radio-control frequencies currently allowed
by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Only individuals
properly licensed by the FCC are authorized to operate equipment on
Amateur Band frequencies.
5. RC model aircraft will not operate within three (3) miles of any pre-existing
fl ying site without a frequency-management agreement (AMA Documents
#922-Testing for RF Interference; #923- Frequency Management
Agreement)
6. With the exception of events fl own under offi cial AMA Competition
Regulations, excluding takeoff and landing, no powered model may be
fl own outdoors closer than 25 feet to any individual, except for the pilot
and the pilot’s helper(s) located at the fl ight line.
7. Under no circumstances may a pilot or other person touch a model aircraft
in fl ight while it is still under power, except to divert it from striking an
individual. This does not apply to model aircraft fl own indoors.
8. RC night fl ying requires a lighting system providing the pilot with a clear
view of the model’s attitude and orientation at all times.
9. The pilot of a RC model aircraft shall:
(a) Maintain control during the entire fl ight, maintaining visual contact
without enhancement other than by corrective lenses prescribed for
the pilot.
(b) Fly using the assistance of a camera or First-Person View (FPV) only
in accordance with the procedures outlined in AMA Document #550.
Please see your local or regional modeling association’s guidelines for proper, safe
operation of your model aircraft.
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Troubleshooting Guide
ProblemPossible CauseSolution
Aircraft will not respond
to throttle but responds to
other controls
Extra propeller noise or
extra vibration
Reduced fl ight time or aircraft underpowered
Aircraft will not Bind (during binding) to transmitter
Aircraft will not link (after
binding) to transmitter
Control surface does not
move
Controls reversedTransmitter settings are reversedDo the Control Direction Test and adjust controls on
Motor power pulses then
motor loses power
Throttle is not at idle and/or throttle trim is too highReset controls with throttle stick and throttle trim
at lowest setting
Throttle servo travel is lower than 100%Make sure throttle servo travel is 100% or greater
Throttle channel is reversedReverse throttle channel on transmitter
Damaged propeller and spinner, collet or motorReplace damaged parts
Propeller is out of balanceBalance or replace propeller
Flight battery charge is lowCompletely recharge fl ight battery
Propeller is installed backwardsInstall propeller with numbers facing forward
Flight battery is damagedReplace fl ight battery and follow fl ight battery instructions
Flight conditions may be too coldMake sure battery is warm before use
Transmitter is too near aircraft during binding processMove powered transmitter a few feet from aircraft,
disconnect and reconnect fl ight battery to aircraft
Aircraft or transmitter is too close to large metal objectMove aircraft or transmitter away from large metal object
Bind plug is not installed correctly in bind portInstall bind plug in bind port and bind aircraft to transmitter
Flight battery/Transmitter battery charge is too lowReplace/recharge batteries
Transmitter is too near aircraft during linking processMove powered transmitter a few feet from aircraft,
disconnect and reconnect fl ight battery to aircraft
Aircraft or transmitter is too close to large metal objectMove aircraft or transmitter away from large metal object
Bind plug is left installed in bind portRebind transmitter to aircraft and remove bind plug before
cycling power
Aircraft bound to different model memory (ModelMatch™ radios
only)
Flight battery/Transmitter battery charge is too lowReplace/recharge batteries
Transmitter may have been bound using different DSM ProtocolBind aircraft to transmitter
Control surface, control horn, linkage or servo damageReplace or repair damaged parts and adjust controls
Wire is damaged or connections are looseDo a check of wires and connections, connect
Transmitter is not bound correctly or the incorrect model
was selected
BEC (Battery Elimination Circuit) of the ESC is damagedReplace ESC
ESC uses default soft Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC)Recharge fl ight battery or replace battery
Weather conditions might be too coldPostpone flight until weather is warmer
Battery is old, worn out, or damagedReplace battery
Battery C rating might be too smallUse recommended 25C battery
Select correct model memory on transmitter
or replace as needed
Re-bind or select correct model in transmitter
transmitter appropriately
that is no longer performing
EN
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EN
Limited Warranty
What this Warranty Covers
Horizon Hobby, Inc. (“Horizon”) warrants to the original purchaser that the
product purchased (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and
workmanship at the date of purchase.
What is Not Covered
This warranty is not transferable and does not cover (i) cosmetic damage, (ii)
damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial
use, or due to improper use, installation, operation or maintenance, (iii) modifi cation of or to any part of the Product, (iv) attempted service by anyone other
than a Horizon Hobby authorized service center, or (v) Products not purchased
from an authorized Horizon dealer.
OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ABOVE, HORIZON MAKES NO OTHER
WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE
HAVE DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PURCHASER’S INTENDED USE.
Purchaser’s Remedy
Horizon’s sole obligation and purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be
that Horizon will, at its option, either (i) service, or (ii) replace, any Product
determined by Horizon to be defective. Horizon reserves the right to inspect
any and all Product(s) involved in a warranty claim. Service or replacement
decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon. Proof of purchase is required for
all warranty claims. SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS
WARRANTY IS THE PURCHASER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.
Inspection or Services
If this Product needs to be inspected or serviced, please use the Horizon Online
Service Request submission process found on our website or call Horizon to
obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Pack the Product
securely using a shipping carton. Please note that original boxes may be
included, but are not designed to withstand the rigors of shipping without additional protection. Ship via a carrier that provides tracking and insurance for
lost or damaged parcels, as Horizon is not responsible for merchandise until it
arrives and is accepted at our facility. An Online Service Request is available
at www.horizonhobby.com under the Support tab. If you do not have internet
access, please contact Horizon Product Support to obtain a RMA number
along with instructions for submitting your product for service. When calling
Horizon, you will be asked to provide your complete name, street address,
email address and phone number where you can be reached during business
hours. When sending product into Horizon, please include your RMA number, a
list of the included items, and a brief summary of the problem. A copy of your
original sales receipt must be included for warranty consideration. Be sure
your name, address, and RMA number are clearly written on the outside of the
shipping carton.
Notice: Do not ship LiPo batteries to Horizon. If you have any issue with a
LiPo battery, please contact the appropriate Horizon Product
Support offi ce.
Warranty Requirements
For Warranty consideration, you must include your original sales receipt
verifying the proof-of-purchase date. Provided warranty conditions have
been met, your Product will be serviced or replaced free of charge. Service or
replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon.
Limitation of Liability
HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN
CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER
THEORY OF LIABILITY, EVEN IF HORIZON HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Further, in no event shall the liability of Horizon exceed
the individual price of the Product on which liability is asserted. As Horizon has
no control over use, setup, fi nal assembly, modifi cation or misuse, no liability
shall be assumed nor accepted for any resulting damage or injury. By the act
of use, setup or assembly, the user accepts all resulting liability. If you as the
purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the
use of the Product, purchaser is advised to return the Product immediately in
new and unused condition to the place of purchase.
Law
These terms are governed by Illinois law (without regard to confl ict of law
principals). This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state. Horizon reserves the right to
change or modify this warranty at any time without notice.
Warranty Services
Questions, Assistance, and Services
Your local hobby store and/or place of purchase cannot provide warranty support or service. Once assembly, setup or use of the Product has been started,
you must contact your local distributor or Horizon directly. This will enable
Horizon to better answer your questions and service you in the event that you
may need any assistance. For questions or assistance, please direct your email
to productsupport@horizonhobby.com, or call 877.504.0233 toll free to speak
to a Product Support representative. You may also find information on our
website at www.horizonhobby.com
Non-Warranty Service
Should your service not be covered by warranty service will be completed and payment will be required without notifi cation or estimate of
the expense unless the expense exceeds 50% of the retail purchase cost.
By submitting the item for service you are agreeing to payment of the service
without notifi cation. Service estimates are available upon request. You must
include this request with your item submitted for service. Non-warranty service
estimates will be billed a minimum of ½ hour of labor. In addition you will be
billed for return freight. Horizon accepts money orders and cashiers checks, as
well as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover cards. By submitting
any item to Horizon for service, you are agreeing to Horizon’s Terms and Conditions found on our website www.horizonhobby.com/Service/Request/.
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Contact Information
Country of PurchaseHorizon Hobby AddressPhone Number/Email Address
Horizon Service Center
United States of
America
United KingdomHorizon Hobby Limited
GermanyHorizon Technischer Service
FranceHorizon Hobby SAS
(Electronics and engines)
Horizon Product Support
(All other products)
4105 Fieldstone Rd
Champaign, Illinois
61822 USA
4105 Fieldstone Rd
Champaign, Illinois
61822 USA
Units 1-4 Ployters Rd
Staple Tye
Harlow, Essex
CM18 7NS
United Kingdom
Hamburger Str. 10
25335 Elmshorn
Germany
14 Rue Gustave Eiffel
Zone d’Activité du Réveil Matin
91230 Montgeron
Product(s): Spitfi re Mk IX BNF
Item Number(s): PKZ5780
Equipment class: 1
The object of declaration described above is in conformity with the requirements of the specifi cations listed below, following the provisions of the
European R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC and EMC Directive 2004/108/EC:
EN 301 489-1 V1.7.1: 2006
EN 301 489-17 V1.3.2: 2008
EN55022: 2006,
EN55024: 1998+A1: 2001+A2: 2003
International Operations and
Signed for and on behalf of:
Horizon Hobby, Inc.
Champaign, IL USA
July 15, 2011
Steven A. Hall
Vice President
Risk Management
Horizon Hobby, Inc.
Declaration of Conformity
(in accordance with ISO/IEC 17050-1)
No. HH2011071502
Product(s): Spitfi re Mk IX PNP
Item Number(s): PKZ5775
Equipment class: 1
The object of declaration described above is in conformity with the requirements of the specifi cations listed below, following the provisions of the
European R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC:
EN 301 489-1 V1.7.1: 2006
EN 301 489-3 V1.4.1: 2008
Steven A. Hall
Signed for and on behalf of:
Horizon Hobby, Inc.
Champaign, IL USA
July 15, 2011
International Operations and
Vice President
Risk Management
Horizon Hobby, Inc.
Instructions for disposal of WEEE by users in the European Union
This product must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, it is the user’s responsibility to dispose of their waste equipment by handing it over
to a designated collections point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste
equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and
the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city offi ce, your
household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product.
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Parts Contact Information • Kontaktinformationen für Ersatzteile
• Coordonnés pour obtenir de piéces détachées • Recapiti per i ricambi
Country of PurchaseHorizon Hobby AddressPhone Number/Email Address
United States of
America
Sales
4105 Fieldstone Rd
Champaign, Illinois 61822 USA
800-338-4639
Sales@horizonhobby.com
Units 1-4 Ployters Rd
United KingdomHorizon Hobby Limited
Staple Tye
Harlow, Essex
+44 (0) 1279 641 097
sales@horizonhobby.co.uk
CM18 7NS, United Kingdom
GermanyHorizon Technischer Service
FranceHorizon Hobby SAS
Hamburger Str. 10
25335 Elmshorn Germany
14 Rue Gustave Eiffel
Zone d’Activité du Réveil Matin
91230 Montgeron
+49 4121 46199 60
service@horizonhobby.de
+33 (0) 1 60 47 44 70
infofrance@horizonhobby.com
Replacement Parts • Ersatzteile • Piéces de rechange • Pezzi di ricambio
Part # | Nummer
Numéro | Codice
PKZ1012
PKZ1081
PKZ1029
PKZ1040
PKZ1090
PKZ5116
EFLA1030
PKZ5701
PKZ5702
PKZ5703
PKZ5705
PKZ5706
PKZ5707
PKZ5708
PKZ5709
PKZ5710
PKZ5711
PKZ5712
PKZ5713
PKZ5714
PKZ5715
PKZ5717
PKZ5718
PKZ5719
PKZ5720
PKZ5727
PKZ5728
PKZ5735
PKZ5767
PKZ5770
DescriptionBeschreibungDescriptionDescrizione
Propeller “9.5 X 7.5” Luftschraube 9.5x7.5Hélice 9.5X7.5Elica “9.5 X 7.5”
SV80 Long Lead 3-Wire Servo:SV80 Servo mit langem KabelServo SV80, 3 câblesSV80 servo con cavo lungo a 3 fi li:
DSV130 digital, metal gearDSV130 Digitalservo MGDSV130 digital, pignons métalDSV130 digitale, ingranaggi in metallo
15 BL Outrunner Motor; 950KV 15BL Außenläufer 950Kv: Extra 300
30-Amp Pro SB Brushless ESC30A Pro SB ReglerContrôleur 30A Pro SB30-Amp Pro SB Brushless ESC
Spinner: Spitfi re Mk IX ParkZone Spinner Spitfi re MkIXSpitfi re MklX -CôneOgiva : Spitfi re Mk IX
Decal Sheet: Spitfi re Mk IXParkZone Dekorbögen: Spitfi re MkIXSpitfi re MklX -Planche de décorationFoglio adesivi: Spitfi re Mk IX
Main LG Set: Spitfi re MkIXParkZone Hauptfahrwerk: Spitfi re MkIX
Main Wheel Set: Spitfi re Mk IXParkZone Räder Spitfi re MkIXSpitfi re MklX -Set de roues principales Set ruote princ: Spitfi re Mk IX
LG Fairing Set: Spitfi re Mk IX
Tail Gear Set: Spitfi re Mk IXParkZone Spornrad Spitfi re MkIXTail Gear Set: Spitfi re Mk IXSet ruota di coda: Spitfi re Mk IX
Canopy w/Pilot: Spitfi re Mk IX
Pilot: Spitfi re Mk IX ParkZone Pilot Spitfi re MkIXSpitfi re MklX -Pilote Pilota: Spitfi re Mk IX
Exhaust Stacks: Spitfi re Mk IXParkZone Auspuffrohre: Spitfi re MkIXSpitfi re MklX -Sorties d’échappement Scarichi: Spitfi re Mk IX
Pushrod Set: Spitfi re Mk IXParkZone Anlenkungen: Spitfi re MkIXSpitfi re MklX -Set de tringleriesSet barrette comando: Spitfi re Mk IX
Hor Stab w/Access: Spitfi re Mk IXParkZone Höhenleitwerk: Spitfi re MkIX
Painted Cowl: Spitfi re MkI XParkZone Cowling lackiert: Spitfi re MkIX Spitfi re MklX -Capot peintCapotte verniciata: Spitfi re MkI X
Prop Adapter: Spitfi re Mk IXParkZone Propeller Adapter: Spitfi re MkIX Spitfi re MklX -Adaptateur d’héliceAdattatore elica: Spitfi re Mk IX
Antenna: Spitfi re Mk IXParkZone Antenne : Spitfi re MkIXSpitfi re MklX -AntenneAntenna: Spitfi re Mk IX
Prebent LG Struts: Spitfi re Mk IX
Battery Hatch: Spitfi re Mk IXParkZone Akkuklappe: Spitfi re MkIXSpitfi re MklX -Trappe d’accuSportello batterie: Spitfi re Mk IX
Wing Cannons: Spitfi re Mk IXParkZone Flächen- MG: Spitfi re MkIXSpitfi re MklX -Canons d’aileCannoni alari: Spitfi re Mk IX
Painted Wing: Spitfi re Mk IX
Scoop Set: Spitfi re Mk IXParkZone Hutzen Set: Spitfi re MkIXSpitfi re MklX -Set de prises d’airSet accessori: Spitfi re Mk IX
Motor Mount: Spitfi re Mk IXParkZone Motorhalter: Spitfi re MkIXSpitfi re MklX -Support moteurSupporto motore: Spitfi re Mk IX
Servo Wire Tape: Spitfi re Mk IX
Bare Fuse: Spitfi re Mk IX
Replacement Airframe: Spit Mk IXParkZone Ersatzrumpf: Spitfi re MkIX
ParkZone Fahrwerksverkleidungen
Spitfi re MkIX
ParkZone Kabinenhaube mit Pilot:
Spitfi re MkIX
ParkZone geb. Fahrwerksbeine: Spitfi re
MkIX
ParkZone Tragfl ächen lackiert: Spitfi re
MkIX
ParkZone Klebeband Servoabdeckung:
Spitfi re MkIX
ParkZone Rumpf ohne Einbauten: Spitfi re
MkIX
Moteur brushless à cage tournante
15, 950kV
Spitfi re MklX -Jambes de train
principales
Spitfi re MklX -Set de carénagesSet carenature carrello: Spitfi re Mk IX
Spitfi re MklX -Verrière avec piloteCapottina c/pilota: Spitfi re Mk IX
Spitfi re MklX -Stabilisateur avec accessoires
Spitfi re MklX -jambes de trainGambe carrello piegate: Spitfi re Mk IX
Spitfi re MklX -Aile peinteAla verniciata: Spitfi re Mk IX
Spitfi re MklX -Adhésif de masquage
des fi ls de servo
Spitfi re MklX -FuselageSolo fusoliera: Spitfi re Mk IX
DX6i émetteur seul, mode 1DX6i DSMX solo trasmettitore Mode 1
DX6i émetteur seul, mode 2 Int’l
DX6i émetteur seul, mode 1 Int’l
DX8 émetteur seul, mode 2DX8 DSMX solo trasmettitore Mode 2
DX8 émetteur seul, mode 1 AU
EC3 Connettore femmina x batteria
(2)
EC3 Connettore batteria maschio/
femmina
Da 1 a 5-celle Li-Po caricabatterie c/
bilanciatore
AR600 6-canali Sport DSM2/DSMX
ricevitore
DX5e DSMX 5-canali solo trasmettitore Mode 2
DX5e DSMX 5-Ccanali solo trasmettitore Mode 1
DX6i DSMX solo trasmettitore Mode
2 Int’l
DX6i DSMX solo trasmettitore Mode
1 Int’l
DX8 DSMX solo trasmettitore Mode
2 Int’l
DX8 DSMX solo trasmettitore Mode
1 Int’l
DX8 DSMX solo trasmettitore Mode
1 AU
* All Spektrum DX8 transmitters can be set up for modes 1–4
* Alle Spektrum DX8 Sender können für Mode 1 - 4 eingestellt werden
* Tous les émetteurs Spektrum DX8 peuvent êtres paramétrés dans les 4 modes
* Tutti i trasmettitori Spektrum DX8 possono essere confi gurati per i modelli 1 - 4