User Manual

DRACO 2.0m

Battery Selection

We recommend a 5000mAh 22.2V 6S 30C Li-Po battery (SPMX50006S30).

Refer to the Optional Parts List for other recommended batteries. If using

a battery other than those listed, the battery should be within the range of

capacity, dimensions and weight of the Spektrum Smart Li-Po battery packs to

ﬁt in the fuselage. Be sure the model balances at the recommended CG.

1. Lower the throttle to the lowest setting. Power on the transmitter, then wait

5 seconds.

2. For added security apply the loop side (soft side) of the optional hook and loop

tape (A) to the bottom of your battery and the hook side to the battery tray.

3. Install the fully charged battery (B) in the battery compartment as shown.

See the Adjusting the Center of Gravity instructions for more information.

4. Make sure the ﬂight battery is secured using the hook and loop straps (C).

5. Connect the battery to the ESC.

6. Keep the aircraft immobile on its landing gear and away from wind or the

system will not initialize.

• An LED will light on the receiver.

• The ESC will sound single tones until the receiver and transmitter

connect. Once connected, the ESC will sound the cell count and then a

double ascending tone. The ESC is now armed.

If the ESC sounds a continuous beep after the ﬂight battery is connected,

recharge or replace the battery.

7. Reinstall the canopy hatch.

WARNING: Always keep hands away from the propeller. When armed,

the motor will turn the propeller in response to any throttle

movement.

WARNING: If your transmitter supports it, always engage throttle cut

before approaching the aircraft any time a battery is connected.

A starting point for battery placement, the batteries should be placed as noted

below.

• 6S 5000mAh in the middle of the battery tray.

• 4S 5000mAh all the way forward on the battery tray.

• 6S 7000mAh all the way rearward on the battery tray.

Adjust the placement of the battery as needed to achieve proper CG.

WARNING: After ﬂight, the motor may be hot. Avoid touching the

motor when removing or installing a battery.

Battery Installation and ESC Arming