Vantex EDGE 540, AL504 Instruction Manual

Picture may not be the same as actual product. Please refer to actual product.
We reserve the rights of updating product information, appearance and parameters without notice.
Instruction Manual
Specifications:
Wingspan: 2235mm (88 in) Length: 1947mm (76.7 in) Wing Area: 94.5dm2 (1464.8 sq in) Flying Weight: 7.1kg (15.6 lbs) Engine(not incl.): 50-60cc Gas Radio(not incl.): 4 ch, 6 servos Construction: Balsa and Plywood
Features:
Designed for high performance scale aerobatics High-quality balsa and plywood material Light weight and strong construction Foam brace on the back of fuselage Enhanced cowling mounting design Hardware package included High-quality, prepainted, fiberglass cowling andwheel pants Nice color scheme with professional covering
Item No: AL504
21
Table of Contents
Appendix – Parts and Options
This is a sophisticated hobby Product and not a toy. 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. The Product manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. Itis 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 injury.
This model is controlled by a radio signal that is 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 to avoid collisions or injury.
Always operate your model in an open area away from cars, traffic, or people. Never operate the model into the street or populated areas for any reason. Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries. Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and anyoptional support equipment (radio, engine, chargers, rechargeable battery packs, etc.) that you use. Keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of the reach of children. Moisture causes damage to electronics. Avoid water exposure to all equipment not specifically designed and protected for this purpose.
Safety Precautions and Warnings
We guarantee this kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of purchase.
Limited Warranty & Limits of Liability
20 1
As a large model, the airplane is critical of proper battery use, control linkage setups and flying techniques. Please pay particular attentionto the following areas.
Check the radio installation and make sure all the control surfaces are moving correctly (i.e. the correct direction andwith the recommended throws). Test run the engine and make sure it transitions smoothly from idle to full throttle and back. Also ensure the engine is tuned according to the manufacturer’s instructions, and it will run consistently and constantly at full throttle when adjusted. Check all the control horns, servo horns, and clevises to make sure they are secure and in good condition. Replace any items that would be considered questionable. Failure of any of these components in flight would mean the loss of your airplane.
Large models perform much more like full-size airplane than smallmodels. If the airframe goes too fast, such as in a high throttle dive, it may fail. The model should be flown like a full-scale airplane. Throttle management is absolutely necessary.
Double-check the setscrews in all control horns to be sure they are very tight. Periodically check these to be sure they have not loosened over time. Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal fasteners.
Be sure adequate batteries are used to power the receiver. It isrecommended that two identical 6-volt receiver packs are used. Each pack must have a minimum of 2700mAh capacity. Use packs of 3000mAh when super high torque servos are used.
Always range check the radio system per the manufacturer's instructions before the initial test flight and periodically afterward.
ALWAYS use an ESV with a 1-amp load to check the receiver battery packs and the ignition pack before each and every flight. If there is any doubt that the packs are questionable, DO NOT FLY until the packs are recharged.
Maintain the proper mechanical advantage on all control surface linkages.
Never attempt to make full throttle dives!
Hardware checks
Receiver Battery Selection
Range check
Check the voltage of the on-board packs
Preflight
Step 2
Fully assemble the model. With a helper, lift the airplane with your index fingers to find the balance point. The balance point (CG) should lie betweenthe two marks on the wing. If not, try to move some parts such as batteries to different position, or add the necessary weight to the nose or tail to obtain the correct balance.
Congratulations on the purchase of this model airplane. You will enjoy one of the most thrilling experiences the radio control hobby has to offer.
The product is a professionally built, radio control model. It is very important that you operate this model responsibly. Please read this instruction manual thoroughly and follow the directions.
Introduction
This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use, or modification of or to any part of the Product. This warranty does not cover damage due to improper installation, operation, or maintenance. This warranty is limited to the original purchaser and is not transferable. In no case shall our company’s liability exceed the original cost of the purchased product and will not cover consequential, incidental or collateral damage. Our company reserves the right to inspect any and all equipment involved in a warranty claim. Repair or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of our company. Further, our company reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice.
As our company has no control over use, setup, final assembly, modification 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.
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTYIS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER.
If you as the purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this product, you are advised to return this product immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase.
AL50401 Fuselage for 50cc Edge 540 AL50402 Fiberglass Painted Cowling for 50cc Edge 540 AL50403 Canopy for 50cc Edge 540 AL50404 Rudder for 50cc Edge 540 AL50405 Left Wing Panel w/ Aileron for 50cc Edge 540 AL50406 Right Wing Panel w/ Aileron for 50cc Edge 540 AL50412 Left Stabilizer w/ Elevator for 50cc Edge 540 AL50413 Right Stabilizer w/ Elevator for 50cc Edge 540 AL50416 Landing Gear for 50cc Edge 540 AL50417 Wheel Pants for 50cc Edge 540 AL50420 Wing Tube for 50cc Edge 540 AL50421 Stabilizer Tube for 50cc Edge 540 AL50422 Decal Set for 50cc Edge 540
Contents of Kit
2 19
Control Throws
Correctly balancing an aerobatic model is critical to its performance and flight characteristics. Checking the balance on this model is bestdone with two people.
Measure back 30%-33% of the whole wing root’s length from the leading edge and mark the CG range with a felt-tipped pen at the wing tip. This is the recommended center of gravity (CG) range.
Step 1
Recommended Center of Gravity (CG)
A 7-channel or greater computer radio is highly recommended. This allows the following features:
• Mixing the right aileron to the left aileron (flaperon mix)
• Electronically adjustable aileron differential
• Mixing the right elevator to the left elevator (dual elevator mixing)
• Independent travel and trim adjustments of each elevator half
• Mixing the right rudder servo to the left rudder servo (not required when using a single rudder servo)
When you use a 7-channel or greater computer radio, each servo is plugged into its own separate channel. Consult your radio manual for specific details on hookup and programming.
Radio Setup
20 up 20 down°°
40 up 40 down°°
15 up 15 down°°
26 left 26 right°°
40 up 40 down°°
43 left 43 right°°
Standard 3D Standard 3D3D
The following is our recommended control throws for your reference.
Standard
Elevator
Rudder
Aileron
Loading...
+ 8 hidden pages