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Table of Contents 2 Introduction ................................................................2 Specifications .............................................................2 Contents of Kit/Parts Layout .........................................3 Required Radio Equipment ...........................................4 Important Information About Motor Selection .................4 Sport Setup (stock gearbox) .........................................5 High Power Setup (stock gearbox)* .......................
Contents of Kit/Parts Layout Large Replacement Parts: EFL2201 Main Wing w/Ailerons EFL2202 Fuselage w/Rudder & Cowl EFL2203 Horizontal Tail Assembly EFL2204 Cowl EFL2205 Landing Gear w/Wheel Pants EFL2206 Wing Struts EFL2207 Landing Gear Covers EFL2208 Fuselage Tail Fairing Small Replacement Parts EFL2209 Pushrods EFLA200 Micro Control Horns EFLA201 Micro Pushrod Keepers EFLA203 Micro Control Connectors EFLA204 Micro Rubber Spinner EFLA213 E-flite/JR/Horizon Decals EFLM202 Pinion Gear, 12T 0.
Required Radio Equipment You will need a 4-channel transmitter, crystals, micro receiver, and four sub-micro servos. You can choose to purchase a complete radio system that includes all of these items or if you are using an existing transmitter, just purchase the other required equipment separately.
Sport Setup (stock gearbox) High Power Setup (stock gearbox)* EFLM1000 Park 370 Inrunner Brushless Motor, 4100 Kv EFLM1000 Park 370 Inrunner Brushless Motor, 4100 Kv EFLA311B 20-Amp Brushless ESC (V2) EFLA311B 20-Amp Brushless ESC (V2) EFLP1070 10 x 7 Slow Flyer Prop (2) - keep extras on hand EFLP1070 10 x 7 Slow Flyer Prop (2) - keep extras on hand THP13202SPL 1320mAh 2-Cell 7.4V Li-Po, 16GA THP13203SPL 1320mAh 3-Cell 11.
Sport Outrunner Setup High Power Outrunner Setup* EFLM1305 Park 400 Outrunner Motor, 920 Kv EFLM1305 Park 400 Outrunner Motor, 920 Kv EFLA311B 20-Amp Brushless ESC (V2) EFLA311B 20-Amp Brushless ESC (V2) EFLM1915 Outrunner Stick Mount EFLM1915 Outrunner Stick Mount EFLP1070 10 x 7 Slow Flyer Prop (2) EFLP1070 10 x 7 Slow Flyer Prop (2) THP13202SPL 1320mAh 2-Cell 7.4V Li-Po, 16GA THP13203SPL 1320mAh 3-Cell 11.
Required Tools and Adhesives Tools & Equipment EFLA250 Park Flyer Tool Assortment, 5pc Adhesives EFLA208 Thick Foam CA/Activator Pack Or Purchase Separately Or Purchase Separately EFLA257 EFLA206 EFLA255 EFLA251 Hobby Knife Hot Glue Gun Square Ruler Felt Tip Pen Wax Paper String Screwdriver, #0 Phillips (or included with EFLA250) Nut Driver, 5.
Using the Manual Before Starting Assembly This manual is divided into sections to help make assembly easier to understand, and to provide breaks between each major section. Before beginning the assembly of your Cessna 182, remove each part from its bag for inspection. Closely inspect the fuselage, wing panels, rudder and stabilizer for damage. If you find any damaged or missing parts, contact the place of purchase. Remember to take your time and follow the directions.
Warranty Information Horizon Hobby, Inc. guarantees this kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover any parts damaged by use or modification. In no case shall Horizon Hobby’s liability exceed the original cost of the purchased kit. Further, Horizon Hobby reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice. Once assembly of the model has been started, you must contact Horizon Hobby, Inc.
Landing Gear Installation Required Parts Fuselage Landing gear Landing gear fairing (2) 10mm x 136mm tape (2) 1. Locate the landing gear. Press the gear into the slot in the bottom of the fuselage. Note: The landing gear is designed for smooth or paved surfaces. It is not recommended for grass surfaces. 10 2. Use the 10mm x 136mm tape to attach the landing gear fairings to the landing gear.
Inrunner Motor Installation Required Parts Airframe 5.33:1 (64T spur) gearbox Brushless motor Brushless speed control 2mm x 8mm screw (2) 12T pinion gear, 0.4 module x 6mm Required Tools and Adhesives Phillips screwdriver (small) Hook & loop Hobby knife Important Information about Your Brushless ESC Make sure your ESC brake is programmed to Off. Also, be sure to use an ESC with the proper 9V cutoff when using 3-Cell Li-Po packs, or 6V cutoff when using 2-cell Li-Po packs.
2. Attach the motor to the gearbox using the screws provided with the motor. 3. Slide the gearbox onto the motor stick. Use a hobby knife to drill a hole through the plastic and into the motor stick. Secure the gearbox using a 2mm x 8mm wood screw on the top and one or even two in the side. Hint: You may want to plug in the speed control before installing the gearbox.
4. Secure the speed control location using hook and loop. Run the lead from the speed control to the receiver. It may be necessary to use a servo extension. Exact speed control location may vary depending on the brand used and the center of gravity. This photo shows the location in the front of the fuse if you are using our E-flite™ 20-amp Brushless ESC.
Outrunner Motor Installation Required Parts Airframe Brushless motor Brushless speed control Outrunner Mount (EFLM1915 - sold separately) 2mm x 8mm wood screw (2) Required Tools and Adhesives Phillips screwdriver (small) Hook & loop Hobby knife Important Information about Your Brushless ESC Make sure your ESC brake is programmed to Off. Also, be sure to use an ESC with the proper 9V cutoff when using 3-Cell Li-Po packs, or 6V cutoff when using 2-cell Li-Po packs.
3. Slide the motor mount and motor onto the motor stick. Use a hobby knife to drill a hole through the plastic and into the motor stick. Secure the gearbox using a 2mm x 8mm wood screw. We suggest adding one or two additional screws to the sides on the outrunner stick mount. 4. Secure the speed control location using hook and loop. Run the lead from the speed control to the receiver. It may be necessary to use a servo extension.
Cowling Installation Required Parts Airframe 3mm locknut 10 x 7 propeller Note: If you have selected the outrunner motor option, install the propeller adapter onto the motor shaft. Rubber spinner or propeller adapter 3mm washer 2mm x 5mm screw (4) Required Tools and Adhesives Phillips screwdriver (small) Hook & loop Hobby knife 1. Slide the cowling onto the fuselage, then the propeller. Make sure there is clearance between the cowling and propeller. Drill four locations for the cowling screws.
2. Secure the cowling using four 2mm x 5mm screws. Secure the propeller using the 3mm washer and 3mm locknut. 3. Press the spinner into position (if using the Inrunner and gearbox option). Note: Simply tighten the adapter when using the outrunner and associated propeller mounting hardware.
Radio Installation Required Parts Fuselage Wing Micro control connector (5) Control connector backplate (5) 2mm x 8mm screw (8) Aileron servo cover (2) 3" linkage (2) Y-harness, standard 6" Servo extension 6" Double-sided tape (2) Required Tools and Adhesives Phillips screwdriver (small) Hobby knife Hook & loop String Hot glue gun 18 1. Attach a micro control connector to the servo arm for the elevator. Use the connector backplate to secure the connector. 2.
3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the rudder servo, but install two connectors instead of one. 5. Pass the pushrods for the rudder and nose wheel through the connectors. With the radio on, physically center the rudder and nose wheel. Tighten the screw in the connector to secure the pushrod wires. 4. Use hot glue to install the rudder and elevator servos into the fuselage. Note: Use the rudder trim for trimming flight conditions. Do not use the trim if your plane does not taxi straight.
6. Attach the receiver to the side of the fuselage using a piece of hook and loop. Plug the servo leads into the receiver at this time. Route the antenna wire through the fuselage. 20 7. Attach a micro control connector to the servo arm for the aileron. Use the connector backplate to secure the connector. Plug the aileron servo into the receiver and turn on the radio. Make sure the trim has been centered, and then attach the servo arm to the servo as shown.
8. Center the aileron servo using the radio by attaching the male side of the Y-harness to the receiver and attaching the servo arm to the servo. Center the servo arm in the opening in the servo cover. Use two-sided tape to attach the servo to the cover. 9. Route one end of the female side of the 6" Y-harness to the aileron servo location using string. Connect the Y-harness to the aileron servo wire.
10. Secure the cover to the wing using four 2mm x 8mm screws. 11. Attach the “Z” bend of the 3" control linkage to the control horn. Slide the wire through the connector on the servo arm. Center the servo using the radio, and physically center the aileron. Secure the wire by tightening the screw in the connector. 12. Repeat Steps 7 through 11 for the remaining aileron servo.
Wing and Stabilizer Installation Required Parts Wing Stabilizer 3mm plastic washer Fuselage 3mm x 12mm socket head bolt Wing strut (2) 1. Plug the aileron extension into the receiver. Slide the wing into position and secure it using the 3mm x 12mm socket head bolt and 3mm plastic washer. Be careful not to over-tighten the wing bolt.
2. Snap the wing struts into position on the wing and fuselage. Slide the fairing in the strut into place. Caution: Always be careful when snapping the wing struts into place to avoid damaging this area of the wing and fuse. Note: The struts are functional and NOT optional. They must be installed before flight, ensuring that the mounts in the fuse and wing are also secure. Failure to use the struts securely mounted to the model could result in a crash due to wing failure. 24 3.
5. Once the stabilizer has been aligned, use foam-compatible CA to glue the stabilizer to the fuselage. 7. Slide the elevator pushrod wire through the micro control connector. Attach the "Z" bend to the elevator control horn. With the radio on and elevator trim centered, physically center the elevator. Tighten the screw in the connector to secure the pushrod wire. 6. Use foam-compatible CA to glue the tail cone onto the fuselage.
Battery Installation Required Parts Assembled airframe Battery door Battery Required Tools and Adhesives Foam-compatible CA 1. With the aircraft fully assembled, install the battery into the battery compartment. Secure the battery using the hook and loop material. 26 2. Install the battery door to the bottom of the fuselage. The magnet will hold the battery hatch in place.
Control Throws 1. Turn on the transmitter and receiver of your Cessna 182. Check the movement of the rudder using the transmitter. When the stick is moved right, the rudder should also move right. Reverse the direction of the servo at the transmitter if necessary. 2. Check the movement of the elevator with the radio system. Moving the elevator stick down will make the airplane elevator move up.
Center of Gravity Caution: Do not inadvertently skip this step! The recommended Center of Gravity (CG) location for the Cessna 182 is 11/2" (38mm) behind the leading edge of the upper wing against the fuselage. Range Testing the Radio 1. Before each flying session, be sure to range check your radio. This is accomplished by turning on your transmitter with the antenna collapsed. Turn on the receiver in your airplane.
Preflight Check Your Radio Before going to the field, be sure that your batteries are fully charged, per the instructions included with your radio. Charge both the transmitter and receiver pack for your airplane. Use the recommended charger supplied with your particular radio system, following the instructions provided with the radio. In most cases the radio should be charged the night before going out flying. Before each flying session, be sure to range check your radio.
2005 Official AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code GENERAL 1) I will not fly my model aircraft in sanctioned events, air shows or model flying demonstrations until it has been proven to be airworthy by having been previously, successfully flight tested. 2) I will not fly my model higher than approximately 400 feet within 3 miles of an airport without notifying the airport operator. I will give right-of-way and avoid flying in the proximity of full-scale aircraft.
3) At all flying sites a straight or curved line(s) must be established in front of which all flying takes place with the other side for spectators. Only personnel involved with flying the aircraft are allowed at or in front of the flight line. Intentional flying behind the flight line is prohibited. 4) I will operate my model using only radio control frequencies currently allowed by the Federal Communications Commission.
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