Roc Hobby Beechcraft Operating Manual

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Beechcraft

WARNING!

Rea d the ENTIRE instruction ma nual to become f amiliar wit h the features o f the product WARNING :

!

before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product, personal
proper ty and cause serious injury.
Th is is a sophisticated ho bby product a nd NOT a toy. It must be o perated with caution a nd common sense
and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsible manner

cou ld result i n injury or damage to the p rod uct or o the r p rop ert y. Thi s product i s not in ten ded for use by

childr en without direct adult supervisi on.

This m anual contains instructio ns for safety, operation and mai ntenance. It is esse ntial to read and fo llow
all t he in str uctions and warnings in this ma nual prior to a sse mbly, setup, or use, in or der to operat e
correctl y

Safety Precautions and Warnings

As the user of this product , you are so lel y responsible f or op erating in a ma nner that does not endanger
yours elf a nd others or result in damage to the product or the prope rty o f oth ers. Th is mo del i s con trolled
by a radio signal subj ect t o int erferenc e fro m man y sou rces outside yo ur co ntrol. This in ter ference ca n
cause mome ntary loss of contro l so it i s advisabl e to alway s keep a safe dista nce in all direc tions
your mo del , as th is ma rgin will help avoid collisi ons o r inj ury.
Age Recommendation: Not for child ren under 14years. This is not a toy.

• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.

•Always operate your model in an open area away from cars, traffic or people.

• Avoid operating your model in the street where i njury or damage can occur.

• Never operate the model in the street or in populated areas for any re ason.

• Caref ully fo l low the dir ecti o ns and war n ings fo r th is and any opt ional su pport eq uipm e nt (cha r gers ,

rechargeable battery packs, etc .) you use.

• Keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of t he reach of children.

• Moisture causes damage to electronics. Avo id water exposure to all equi pment not specifically designed

and protected for this purpose.

• Never lick or place any portion of your model in your mouth as it could ca use serious injury or even de ath.

an d avoid d amage or se rious inj ury.

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Table ofcontents

Kit contents 1

The spare parts list 1

Spare parts list content
The illustration of the spare parts

Kit Inspection 3

Charging the Flight Battery 3

Low Voltage Cutoff 6
Assemble the plane 6

Install the control horns
Install the linkage rod
Mount the lower wing

Install the interplane strut

Mount the top wing

Glue the vertical stabilizerintoplace

Gluethestabilizerassemblyinto place
Thereceiverconnection
Install the battery

Get your model ready to fly 14

Important ESC and plane information
The transmitter and model setup

Check the control throws
Check the motor rotating direction
Install the propeller
Install the tear drop mass weight
Install the antenna
Connect the flying wires

Check the C.G. (Center of Gravity)

Before the model flying 20

Find a suitable flying site
Perform the range check of your plane
Monitor your flight time

Flying course 21

Take off
Flying

Landing
Maintenance

Troubleshooting 22

AMA 23

Kit contents

Kit contents

1. The fuselage assembly (With the motor, the canopy, the electronic parts, ESC)

2. Main wing set (The top wing and the lower wing)

3. Vertical stabilizer assembly

4. Horizontal stabilizer with the elevator

5. Propeller and spinner

6. Spare parts bag

7. Interplane struts

The spare parts list

ReplacementpartsfortheROCBeechcraft stagger wing are available using the order numbers
in the Spare parts list that follows. The fastest, most economical service can be provided
by your hobby dealer or mail-order company.

Spare parts list content

KK-101. Fuselage (Bare with all the plastic parts installed)
KK-102. Main Wing (Lower and top wing painted with all the plastic parts installed)
KK-103. Elevator
KK-104. Rudder
KK-105. Cowl
KK-106. Windshield
KK-107. Wing Strut Set
KK-108. Mass Weight
KK-109. Landing Gear Strut (With wheels)

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KK-110. Motor Board
KK-111. Spinner (Propeller holder and spinner)
KK-112. Propeller (11* 7)
KK-113. Screw Set (Wing mounting, Interplane strut installing)

KK-114. Linkage Rods ( With clevis)
KK-115. Decal Sheet
KK-116. Motor Shaft
KK-201. Electronic Retract
KK-202. Motor (D3536- KV 850)
KK-203. 9g Servo ( For flaps)
KK-204. 9g Servo (With arm)
KK-205. ESC (35A / 4A SBEC)
KK-206. Battery (11.1v, 1800mAh, 25C)

The illustration of the spare parts

KK 101 KK 102 KK 103 KK 104

KK 105 KK 106 KK 107

KK 109

KK 113

KK 201

KK 110 KK 112

KK 114

KK 202

KK 111

KK 115

KK 203

KK 108

KK 116

KK 204

MG 306 MG 307

KK 205

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Kit inspection

Before starting to build, inspect the parts to make sure they are acceptable quality. If any
parts are missing or are not in good shape or acceptable quality, or if you need assistance
with setup and assembly, please feel free to contact Motion RC. Please write down the
name of the parts when you are reporting defective or missing of them.
Motion RC Product Support
ADDRESS: 28W039 Commercial Ave, Unit 8
Lake Barrington, IL 60010
Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Web:www. motionrc.com

Charging the Flight Battery

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 fire, personal injury, or property damage.
Battery warning:
By handling, charging or using the included Li-Po battery
you assume all risks associated with lithium batteries.
If at any time the batteries begin to swell, or balloon, discontinue use immediately!
Charging or discharging a swelling or ballooning battery can result in fire.
Always store the batteries at room temperature in a dry area to extend the life of
the battery. Always transport or temporarily store the battery in a temperature range of

40-120 F. Do not store battery or model in a car or in direct sunlight. If stored in a hot car,
the battery can be damaged or even catch fire.
Never use a Ni-Mh charger. Failure to charge the battery with a compatible charger may
cause fire resulting in personal injury and property damage.
Never discharge Li-Po cells to below 3V.
Never leave charging batteries unattended.
Never charge damaged batteries.

Charging the flight battery

RTF kits come with a DC balancing charger. You must charge the battery with

a Li-Po specific charger only (such as the included BC-3S10 DC charger). When charging

the battery, make certain the battery is on a heat-resistent surface, charge the battery

before assembly of the airplane. Install the fully charged battery to perform control tests

and binding.

BC-3S10 Balance Charger

To correctly use the charger, please read the instructions before use.

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Charging the Flight Battery

Electrical Parameters

Parameter

WorkingVoltage

InputPower

WorkTemperature

StoreTemperature

ChargingStopVoltage

ChargingCurrent

BalancingCurrent

ActivateCurrent

Using Steps:

1. Connect the charger to adapter with enough voltage and wattage, then the Power LED will turn on;

2. Connect 2S/3S battery pack to the corresponding balance port (Do not connect two battery
packs at the same time), then the Charge LED will flicker (1Hz) and start charging.

3. When the Charge LED stops flickering, charging is complete, and the batteries can be unplugged.

Min Type Max Unit

9

1 2

1 6

V

1 5 W

- 2 0

- 2 0

4 . 1 9

4 . 2 0

4 . 2 1 V

1 0 0 0

1 5 0

2 0 0

8 0 1 2 0

4 5

6 5

℃

℃

mA

mA

mA

Charging Function Description

1. If all voltage of the installed battery pack is higher than 4.18V, charging will not start and the charge
LED will shine.

2. If the voltage of one battery or some batteries is lower than 0.7V, charging will not start. If the
voltage of the first battery of a 3S battery pack is lower than 0.7V, the charger will charge the battery

pack as if it was a 2S battery pack.

3. If the voltage of one battery or some batteries is lower than 2.8V, the charger will activate the battery
pack with a small current. If the voltage can’t be increased above 2.8V after half an hour, the charger
will judge the battery pack as bad. The charge LED will then flicker rapidly (0.5Hz), and charging
will stop.

Self Checking Function

1. Charger will perform a self test before each charge. The charge LED will rapidly flicker
(0.5Hz) if the charging function is abnormal;

2. Accuracy checking Function: Connect a fully charged 3S battery pack (all voltage at least 4.2V),
the charge LED will flicker twice then shine always. This means that the accuracy is normal.

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Charging the Flight Battery

Protection Function

1. Reverse connection protection of input

2. Reverse connection protection of output

3. Short circuit protection of output

4. Over voltage protection of output

Troubleshooting

1. Power LED does not shine – Adapter isn’t connected correctly. Please check the polarity and
reconnect adapter.

2. Charging abruptly stops and tries to restart constantly during charging – Output power of
the adapter is not sufficient, please replace the adapter.

3. Charge LED does not shine – Reconnect the battery pack; Check the voltage of batteries.

4. Charge LED rapidly flickers – Battery is bad or charging function is abnormal. Replace battery

or contact technical support.

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Low voltage cut off (LVC)

WhenaLi-Poisdischarged below 3V per cell, it will not hold a charge. The ESC protects
the flight battery from over-discharge using Low Voltage Cutoff. Before the battery charge
decreases too much, LVC removes power from motor in two ways: (1) Reduces power ­ESC reduces motor power (recommended), (2) Hard cutoff - ESC instantly cuts motor
power when the pre-set Low Voltage Protection Threshold value is reached. These
settings can be changed using the ESC programing guide (available on-line).

Assemble the plane

Install the control horn

1. The control surface horns for the rudder are
stapled to the bags containing the rudder. Do
not discard them incidently.

1

2. Attach the rudder control horn on the port
side (Left) of the surface with the horn toward
the hinge line.

2

3. Mount the control horn backplate into
the opposite side of the surface and secure
the horn from the plate side.
Note: The longer screws for secure the horns
always located on the leading side of the
surface.

3

4. Make sure the two pieces of the securing
screws are firmly grabbed into the control
horn base.

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Assemble the plane

5. The elevator control horns are contained in
the spare parts bag with the tear drop mass
weight.

5

6. The notch side is the top side of the stabilizer,
mount the horn on the opposite side.

6

8. The control horn and the linkage rods for
the main wing are contained in the bag with
the special purpose label, Lower wing and
Top wing. Make sure to install them in right
wing panel with the horn on the servo hatch
side.

8.1

8.2

7. Secure the control horns the same with the
rudder.

7

8.3

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Assemble the plane

Install the linkage rod Mount the lower wing

1. Put the Z-bend end of the linkage into
the desired servo control horn hole.
It is a tight fit and should allow the
linkage to move just slightly within the
hole to avoid binding up.

1

2. Snap the clevis into the surface control
horn.

2

1. Plug the wire leads from the LED and
the retract to the four way harness, the
flaps servo leads with the label Ch6 go
to the two way harness with the orange/
white cable on the same port.

1

2. Thread the harness of the lower wing
from the lower wing bay bottom to the
servo hatch.

2

3. The provided piece of fuel tubing keeps
the clevis closed during flight. Secure all
the linkages the same way.
Note: Do not over slide the securing
tube or it will impede the movement
of the surface control horn.

3

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3. Sit the wing properly into the bay, make
sure to slightly pull the harness from the
servo hatch at the same time to avoid
any tangling to prevent the wing from fully
installation.

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Assemble the plane

4. Secure the lower wing using four pieces
machine screws, two front pieces are
PM 3.0*30, two rear pieces are PM3.0*40.

4

Install the interplane strut

1. Fit any of the interplane struts to the top
wing, there are no different between the
strut. The tooth will be guiding to position
the struts.
Note: Not any glue are allowed to use in
this step.

3. Apply glue to the mating edge where it fit with
the top wing and glue the strut into place.

3

Mount the top wing

1. Thread the aileron leads from the top wing
saddle to the receiver hatch before sliding
the top wing into place.

1

1

2. Make sure the strut can be fully fitted into
the notch. The strut will incline toward the
leading edge side of the top wing.

2

2. Slide the wing into place, make sure the
dowels in front of the wing will fit into the
mounting holes and the other end of the strut
will fit properly into the lower wing.
Note: Slightly pull he aileron leads from the
receiver hatch end to avoid any tangling.

2.1

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2.2

2.3

4. Secure the strut from the bottom of the
lower wing using four pieces PA2.6*20
self-tapping screws.

Glue the vertical stabilizer into place

1. Apply glue to the horizontal top slot where
it fits with the vertical fin.

3. Secure the top wing using two pieces
machine screws PM3.0*30.

2. Insert the vertical fin into place, Make
sure the two stabilizer are perpendicular
to each other. Adjust any misalignment
before the glue dries throughly.

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Glue the stabilizer assembly into place

1. Apply glue to the tail slot where it fits with
the horizontal stabilizer.

Assemble the plane

3. Make sure the horizontal stabilizer is
parallel to the wing. Adjust any misalignment
before the glue dries throughly.

2. Slide the assembly into place as the
picture shows.

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Assemble the plane

The receiver connection Install the battery

1. Plug the leads to the receiver as the
diagram shows.

1.1

Aileron

Elevator

Throttle

Steering/Rud der

Landing gear

Flaps

1

2

3

4

5

6

Rece iver

Chann el-1
— Ail e

Chann el-2
— Elev

Chann el-3
— Thro

Chann el-4
— Rudd

Chann el-5
— Gear

Aux

1.2

1. Open the wind shield by raise the tape
in front edge of the shield.

1

2. Take the magnet attached front seats
out and slide the battery in as the picture
shows with the cable end towards the back
seats till it is fully sits in the cockpit.

2.1

2 .Tuck the wire leads into the recessed
cavity at the rear end of the servo hatch.
Make sure the wires do not interfere with
the servo arm moving path.

3

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2.3

3. Slide the battery all the way into the
hatch in front of the cockpit and snap
in the shield.

3

Assemble the plane

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Get your model ready to fly

Important ESC and model information

1. The ESC included with the Beechcraft has a safe start. If the motor battery is connected to
the ESC and the throttle stick is not in the low throttle or off position, the motor will not
start until the throttle stick is moved to the low throttle or off position. Once the throttle
stick is moved to the low throttle or off position, the motor will emit a series of beeps.
Several beeps with the same tune means the ESC has detect the cells of the battery.
The count of the beeps equal the cells of the battery. The motor is now armed and will
start when the throttle is moved.

2. The motor and ESC come pre-connected and the motor rotation should be correct.
If for any reason the motor is rotating in the wrong direction, simply reverse two of the
three motor wires to change the direction of rotation.

3. The motor has an optional brake setting. The ESC comes with the brake switched off
and we recommended that the sky trainer be flown with the brake off . However, the brake
could be accidentally switched on if the motor battery is connected to the ESC while the
throttle stick is set at full throttle. To switch the brake off, move the throttle stick to full
throttle and plug in the motor battery. The motor will beep Move the throttle one time.
stick to low throttle or the off position. The motor is ready to run and the brake will be
switched off.

We recommend the 11.1V 1800mAh 25C Li-Po 4. Battery Selection and Installation.

battery. If using another battery, the battery must be at least a 11.1V 1800mAh 25C
battery. Your battery should be approximately the same capacity, dimension and
weight as the 11.1V1800mAh 25C Li-Po battery to fit in the fuselage without changing
the center of gravity significantly.

5. The specification of the model list as fellow:

Wingspan
Length
Weight
Battery
ESC
Motor
Wing Area
Wing Load
RC System

: 1030mm /40.6 in
: 870mm /34.3 in
: 1160g /40.9oz
: 11.1V 1800mAh Li-Po Battery
: 35A
: 3536-850kv
: 30.1dm
: 38.5g/dm

2

2

: 6 Channel, 6 Servos
And 1 Brushless ESC

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Get your model ready to fly

The transmitter and model setup

Before getting started, bind your receiver with your transmitter. Please refer to your

Transmitter Manual for proper operation.
CAUTION: To prevent personal injury, DO NOT install the propeller assembly onto the

motor shaft while testing the control surfaces . DO NOT arm the ESC and do not turn on
the transmitter until the Transmitter Manual instructs you to do so.

Tips: Make sure all control sticks on your radio are in the neutral position (rudder,
elevator, ailerons) and the throttle in the OFF position. Make sure both ailerons
move up and down (travel) the same amount. This model tracks well when the
left and right ailerons travel the same amount in response to the control stick.

1. Move the controls on the transmitter to make sure aircraft control surface move
correctly. See diagrams below.

Bank Left

Aileron

(Top wing)

Bank Right

Climb

Elevator

Descend

Steer/Yaw Left

Steering

Rudder

Steer/Yaw Right

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2. Make sure all servo arms are fully vertical. If not, adjust the servo arm by using the trim
function on your radio. Note: For computerized transmitters, use the servo/channel
sub-trim feature to make each servo arm fully vertical.

3. The standard hole settings for linkage connections are shown by the black arrows in the
the diagram below. You can move the linkage to different hole positions to increase
control surface travel and increase the aerobatics of the airplane.

4. Align aileron and flap with the wing root by turning the clevis clockwise and
counterclockwise on the linkage, carefully open the clevis fork and put the clevis pin in
the desired hole of the control horn.
Note: Please secure the clevis with provided piece of tube after the alignment of the
surface is completed.

4.1 4.2

5. Adjust the control connector on the servo arm to align the elevator and the rudder well.
Note: Make sure the tail wheel align with the fuselage centerline while adjust the rudder.

5.1 5.2

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Get your model ready to fly

Check the control throws

The suggested control throw settings for Roc HOBBY are as follows (Dual rate setting):

High Rate Low Rate

Elevator 15mm up/down 10mm up/down
Aileron 18mm up/down 12mm up/down
Rudder 12mm left/right 8mm left/right
Flaps full down: 15mm

Tips: At first flight, fly the model in low rate. The first time you use high rates, be sure to fly
at low to medium speeds. High rates, as listed, are only for EXTREME maneuvering.

Check the motorand retract

1. The motor should rotate counter clockwise
when viewing the plane from the front.

1

2. Cycle the retract times make sure the
retracts function normally.

2

Install the propeller set

1. Keyed the propeller assembly onto the
motor shaft fully. The plate will mate with
the hex nut on the shaft.

1

2. Hand tighten the spinner, make sure it
is tight enough.

2

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Get your model ready to fly

Install the tear drop mass weight

1. Glue the two pieces tear drop mass
weight to the notch under the elevator
as the picture shows.

1

Install the antenna

1. Glue the two pieces antenna masts to the
top wing as the picture shows.

1

Connect the flying wires

1. Thread the nylon wire through the eyelets
on top of the lower wing and cut the wire
with enough length.

1

2. Connect the wire ends to the spring
hook and hook the springs the top wing
root eyelets.
Note: Close the hook which connect with
the wire using a needle nose pliers and
make sure the wire is tension enough to
hook firmly on the eyelets.

2

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3. Verify the completed flying wire
connection status.

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Check the C.G. (Center of Gravity)

Center of Gravity

When balancing your model, adjust the motor battery as necessary so the model is level or
slightly nose down. This the correct balance point for your model. After the first flights, the CG
position can be adjusted for your personal preference.

1. The recommended Center of Gravity (CG) location for your model is ( ) forward from60mm/2.4in
the leading edge of the main wing (as shown) with the battery pack installed. Mark the location
of the CG on top of the wing.

2. When balancing your model, support the plane at the marks made on the bottom of the
main wing with your fingers or a commercially available balancing stand. This is the correct
balance point for your model. Make sure the model is assembled and ready for flight before
balancing.

3. Always balance the aircraft with the retracts down.

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Before the model flying

Find a suitable flying site

Find a flying site clear of buildings, trees, power lines and other obstructions. Until you
know how much area will be required and have mastered flying your plane in confined
spaces, choose a site which is at least the size of two to three football fields – a flying
field specifically for R/C planes is best. Never fly near people– especially children who
can wander unpredictably.

As a precaution, an operational ground range test should be performed before the
first flight each time you go out. Performing a range test is a good way to detect
problems that could cause loss of control such as low batteries, defective or
damaged radio components, or radio interference. This usually requires an
assistant and should be done at the actual flying site you will be using.

First turn on the transmitter, then install a fully-charged battery into the fuselage.
Connect the battery and install the hatch.

Remember, use care not to bump the throttle stick, otherwise, the propeller / fan
will turn and possibly cause damage or injury.

Note: Please refer to your Transmitter Manual that came with your radio control
system to perform a ground range check. If the controls are not working correctly
or if anything seems wrong, do not fly the model until you correct the problem.
Make certain all the servo wires are securely connected to the receiver and the
transmitter batteries have a good connection.

Monitor your flight time

Monitor and limit your flight time using a timer (such as one on a wrist watch or in your
transmitter if available). When the batteries are getting low you will usually notice a
performance drop before the ESC cuts off motor power, so when the plane starts flying
slower you should land. Often (but not always) power can be briefly restored after the
motor cuts off by holding the throttle stick all the way down for a few seconds.

To avoid an unexpected dead-stick landing on your first flight, set your timer to a
conservative 4 minutes. When your alarm sounds you should land right away.

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Flying course

Take off

While applying power slowly steer to keep the model straight, the model should accelerate
quickly. As the model gains flight speed, you will want to climb at a steady and even rate.
The Beechcraft will climb out at a nice angle of attack (AOA).

Flying

Always choose a wide-open space for flying your plane. It is ideal for you to fly at a
sanctioned flying field. If you are not flying at an approved site, always avoid flying near
houses, trees, wires and buildings. You should also be careful to avoid flying in areas
where there are many people, such as busy parks, schoolyards, or soccer fields. Consult
laws and ordinances before choosing a location to fly your aircraft. After takeoff, gain some
altitude. Climb to a safe altitude and begin to trim the model till it’s tracks well through all
aspects of flight, including high speed passes, inverted flight, loops, and point rolls.

Landing

Land the model when you hear the motor pulsing (LVC) or if you notice a reduction in
power. If using a transmitter with a timer, set the timer so you have enough flight time to
make several landing approaches.

Recharge the battery and repair the model as needed. The model’s three point landing gear
allows the model to land on hard surfaces. Align model directly into the wind and fly down to
the ground. Fly the airplane down to the ground using 1/4-1/3 throttle to keep enough energy
for proper flare. Before the model touches down, always fully decrease the throttle to avoid
damaging the propeller or other components. The key to a great landing is to manage the power
and elevator all the way to the ground and set down lightly on the main landing gear. After a
few flights you will find the model can be set down lightly on the mains and you can hold the
nose wheel off balancing the model on the mains till it slows and gently settles the nose.

Maintenance

Repairs to the foam should be made with foam safe adhesives such as hot glue, foam
safe CA, and 5 min epoxy. When parts are not repairable, see the Spare Parts List for
ordering by item number.
Always check to make sure all screws on the aircraft are tightened. Pay special attention
to make sure the spinner is firmly grabbed in place before every flight.

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Troubleshooting

Problem

Aircraft will not
respond to the
throttle but responds
to other controls.

Extra propeller noise
or extra Vibration.

Reduced flight time or
aircraft underpowered.

Control surface does
not move, or is slow to
respond to control
inputs.

Possible Cause Solution

- ESC is not armed.

- Throttle channel is reversed.

- Damaged spinner, propeller,
motor, or motor mount.

- Loose propeller and spinner
parts.

- Propellor installed backwards.

- Flight battery charge is low.

- Propeller installed backward.

- Flight battery damaged.

- Control surface, control horn,
linkage or servo damage.

- Wire damaged or connections
loose.

- Lower throttle stick and throttle
trim to lowest settings.

- Reverse throttle channel on
transmitter.

- Replace damaged parts.

- Tighten parts for propeller
adapter, propeller and spinner.

- Remove and install propeller
correctly.

- Completely recharge flight
battery.

- Replace flight battery
and obey flight battery
instructions.

- Replace or repair damaged
parts and adjust controls.

- Do a check of connections for
loose wiring.

Controls reversed.

- Motor loses power.

- Motor power pulses
then motor loses power.

LED on receiver
flashes slowly.

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Channels are reversed
in the transmitter.

- Damage to motor, or battery.

- Loss of power to aircraft.

- ESC uses default soft Low
Voltage Cutoff(LVC).

Power loss to receiver.

Do the Control Direction Test
and adjust controls
for aircraft and transmitter.

- Do a check of batteries,
transmitter, receiver, ESC,
motor and wiring for damage
(replace as needed).

- Land aircraft immediately and
Recharge flight battery.

- Check connection from ESC to
receiver.

- Check servos for damage.

- Check linkages for binding.

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AMA

AMA

If you are not already a member of the AMA, please join, The AMA is the governing body
of model aviation and membership provided liability insurance coverage, protects
modelers’ rights and interests and is required to fly at most R/C sites.

Academy of Model Aeronautics

5151 East Memorial Drive
Muncie, IN 47302-9252
Ph.[phone]
Fax[phone]

Or via the Internet at: http//www.modelaircraft.org

Academy of Model Aeronautics National Model Aircraft Safety Code

A. GENERAL: A model aircraft is a non-human-carrying aircraft capable of sustained

flight in the atmosphere. It may not exceed limitations of this code and is intended
exclusively for sport, recreation and/or competition.
All model flights must be conducted in accordance with this safety code and any
additional rules specific to the flying site.

1. Model aircraft will not be flown:
(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 fly 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 traffic patterns at any airport, heliport or seaplane
base except where there is a mixed use agreement.
(e) Ensure the aircraft is identified with the name and address or AMA number of
the owner on the inside or affixed to the outside of the model aircraft.
(This does not apply to model aircraft flown indoors).
( f ) Not operate aircraft with metal-blade propellers or with gaseous boosts except for
helicopters operated under the provisions of AMA Document #555.
(g ) Not operate model aircraft while under the influence of alcohol or while using any
drug which could adversely affect the pilot’s ability to safely control the model.
(h ) 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.

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AMA

Exceptions:

◆ Free Flight fuses or devices that burn producing smoke and are securely attached to
the model aircraft during flight.

◆ Officially designated AMA Air Show Teams (AST) are authorized to use devices and
practices as defined within the Team AMA Program Document (AMA Document #718).

3. Model aircraft will not be flown 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 specific 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 (RC)

1. All pilots shall avoid flying 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 first flight of a new or repaired model
aircraft.

3. 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.

4. RC model aircraft will not operate within three (3) miles of any pre-existing flying site
without a frequency-management agreement (AMA Documents #922-Testing for RF
Interference; #923- Frequency Management Agreement)

5. With the exception of events flown under official AMA Competition Regulations,
excluding takeoff and landing, no powered model may be flown outdoors closer than
25 feet to any individual, except for the pilot and the pilot's helper(s) located at the
flight line.

6. Under no circumstances may a pilot or other person touch a model aircraft in flight
while it is still under power, except to divert it from striking an individual.
This does not apply to model aircraft flown indoors.

7. RC night flying requires a lighting system providing the pilot with a clear view of the
model’s attitude and orientation at all times.

8. The pilot of a RC model aircraft shall:
(a) Maintain control during the entire flight, 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.
C. FREE FLIGHT

1. Must be at least 100 feet downwind of spectators and automobile parking when the
model aircraft is launched.

2. Launch area must be clear of all individuals except mechanics, officials, and other fliers.

3. An effective device will be used to extinguish any fuse on the model aircraft after the
fuse has completed its function.

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