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Motor Service
CAUTION: Always disconnect the fl ight battery before performing
motor service.
Disassembly
1. Remove the spinner screw (A) and spinner (B) from the propeller shaft (C).
2. Remove the spinner nut (D) by using an adjustable wrench.
3. Remove the propeller (E), back hub (F) and the propeller shaft from the
motor shaft.
4. Remove 2 screws (G) from inside the front cowling (H) and remove
the cowling from the fuselage.
5. Remove the 4 screws (I) and the motor (J) with the X-mount from the fuselage.
6. Disconnect the motor wires from the ESC wires.
7. Remove the 4 screws (K) and motor from the X-mount (L).
Assembly
Assemble in reverse order.
• Correctly align and connect the motor wire colors with the ESC wires.
• Install the propeller with the size numbers (13 x 4) facing out from the motor.
• Tighten the spinner nut to secure the propeller into place.
A
C
G
I
B
H
F
E
D
Wiring not shown
ring not shown
L
K
J
13
Post Flight
1. Disconnect the fl ight battery from the ESC (Required for Safety and
battery life).
2. Power OFF the transmitter.
3. Remove the fl ight battery from the aircraft.
4. Recharge the fl ight battery.
5. Repair or replace all damaged parts.
6. Store the fl ight battery apart from the aircraft and monitor the
battery charge.
7. Make note of the fl ight conditions and fl ight plan results, planning for
future fl ights.
Troubleshooting Guide AS3X
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Oscillation
Damaged propeller or spinner Replace propeller or spinner
Imbalanced propeller Balance the propeller
Motor vibration Replace parts or correctly align all parts and tighten fasteners as needed
Loose receiver Align and secure receiver in fuselage
Loose aircraft controls Tighten or otherwise secure parts (servo, arm, linkage, horn and control surface)
Worn parts Replace worn parts (especially propeller, spinner or servo)
Irregular servo movement Replace servo
Inconsistent fl ight
performance
Trim is not at neutral If you adjust trim more than 8 clicks, adjust the clevis to remove trim
Sub-Trim is not at neutral No Sub-Trim is allowed. Adjust the servo linkage
Aircraft was not kept immobile for 5
seconds after battery connection
With the throttle stick in lowest position. Disconnect battery, then reconnect battery and keep the
aircraft still for 5 seconds
Incorrect response
to the AS3X Control
Direction Test
Incorrect direction settings in the
receiver, which can cause a crash
DO NOT fl y. Correct the direction settings (refer to the receiver manual), then fl y
PNP Receiver Selection and Installation
The Spektrum AR636 receiver is recommended for ths airplane. If you choose
to install another receiver, ensure that it is at least a 5-channel full range
(sport) receiver. Refer to your receiver manual for correct installation and
operation instructions.
Installation (AR636 shown)
1. Remove the canopy from the fuselage.
2. Mount the receiver parallel to the length of the fuselage as shown. Use
double-sided servo tape.
CAUTION: Incorrect installation of the receiver could cause a crash.
3. Attach the appropriate control surfaces to the their respective ports on the
receiver using the chart in the illustration.
AR636 Port
Assignments
BND/PRG = BIND
1 = Throttle
2 = Y-harness: Ailerons
3 = Elevator
4 = Rudder
5 = Lights
6 = Y-harness: Flaps