P-51D Mustang 1.
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EN Box Contents Quick Start Information Transmitter Setup Dual Rates Set up your transmitter using the transmitter setup chart Hi Rate Low Rate Ail 12mm 8mm Ele 15mm 11mm Rud 20mm 10mm Flaps q=60mm Landing Takeoff q=30mm Center of Gravity (CG) 85mm +/- 3 back from leading edge at the root.
EN Preflight 1 Remove and inspect contents. 10 Test the retract operation. 2 Read this instruction manual thoroughly. 11 Test the flap operation. 3 Charge the flight battery. 12 Perform the Control Direction Test with the transmitter. 4 Setup Transmitter using transmitter setup chart. 13 Perform the AS3X Control Direction Test with the aircraft. 5 Fully assemble the airplane. 14 Adjust flight controls and transmitter.
EN Model Assembly Horizontal Tail Installation 1. Slide the horizontal tail tube (A) into the hole in the rear of the fuselage. A 2. Install the 2 piece (left and right) horizontal tail as shown. Ensure the control horn faces down. 3. Secure the two horizontal tail pieces in place using the 2 included screws (B). 4. Attach the clevis to the elevator control horn (see instructions for clevis connection).
EN Model Assembly Continued Wing Installation 1. Remove the canopy hatch. 2. Guide the Flaps, Retracts and Aileron servo connectors (A) through the hole (B) located in the bottom of the fuselage as shown. Tip: If needed, use hemostats or pliers to pull the servo connectors into the fuselage. 3. Connect the Flaps, Retracts and Aileron connectors to respective Y-harnesses connected to the receiver. The left and right servos can be connected to either side of a Y-harness.
EN Model Assembly Continued Propeller Installation E IMPORTANT: It is recommended to install the propeller after all system setups are completed to reduce the chance of accidental propeller strike. D 1. Install the spinner back plate (E), propeller (D) and collet (C) onto the motor shaft (F). The propeller size numbers (10.5 x 8) must face out from the motor for correct propeller operation. 2. Tighten the collet by using a small screw driver or hex wrench inserted into the small hole (Inset).
EN Optional Antenna Mast Installation Antenna Mast C Slide the antenna mast (C) into the slot (D) on top of the fuselage. D Battery Installation and ESC Arming Battery Selection A We recommend the E-flite® 2200mAh 11.1V 3S 30C+ Li-Po battery. 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 E-flite Li-Po battery packs to fit in the fuselage.
EN Transmitter and Receiver Binding / Switching ON and OFF SAFE® Select This product requires an approved Spektrum™ DSM2®/DSMX® compatible transmitter. Visit www.bindnfly.com for a complete list of approved transmitters. The aircraft has an optional SAFE Select feature, which can be switched ON or OFF easily by binding in a specific manner as described below.
EN SAFE® Select Switch Designation SAFE® Select technology can be easily assigned to any open switch (two or three position) on the transmitter. With this new feature, you now have the flexibility to enable or disable the technology while in flight. Mode 1 and 2 Transmitters IMPORTANT: Before assigning your desired switch, ensure that the travel for that channel is set at 100% in both direction. Assigning a switch Bind the aircraft correctly to activate SAFE Select.
EN Center of Gravity (CG) The CG location is measured from the leading edge of the wing at the root. This CG location has been determined with the recommended Li-Po battery (EFLB22003S30) installed to the front edge of the battery tray. 85mm +/-3 back from leading edge at the root. Tip: Measure the CG with the aircraft inverted. NOTICE: Install the battery but do not arm the ESC while checking the CG. Personal injury may result.
EN Post Flight 1 Disconnect the flight battery from the ESC (Required for Safety and battery life). 2 Power OFF the transmitter. 3 Remove the flight battery from the aircraft. 4 Recharge the flight battery. 5 Repair or replace all damaged parts. 6 Store the flight battery apart from the aircraft and monitor the battery charge. 7 Make note of the flight conditions and flight plan results, planning for future flights.
EN Troubleshooting Guide Problem Aircraft will not respond to throttle but responds to other controls Extra propeller noise or extra vibration Reduced flight time or aircraft underpowered Aircraft will not Bind (during binding) to transmitter Aircraft will not connect (after binding) to transmitter Possible Cause Throttle not at idle and/or throttle trim too high Reset controls with throttle stick and throttle trim at lowest setting Throttle servo travel is lower than 100% Make sure throttle servo
EN AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code Academy of Model Aeronautics National Model Aircraft Safety Code Effective January 1, 2018 A model aircraft is a non-human-carrying device capable of sustained flight within visual line of sight of the pilot or spotter(s). It may not exceed limitations of this code and is intended exclusively for sport, recreation, education and/or competition.
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