Maule M7 Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d’utilisation Manuale di Istruzioni SAFE® Select Technology, Optional Flight Envelope Protection
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EN Box Contents Quick Start Information Transmitter Setup Set up your transmitter using the transmitter setup chart Dual Rates Hi Rate Low Rate Ail S30mm T25mm S22mm T18mm Ele 30mm 20mm Rud 18mm 13mm Flaps Landing T=40mm Takeoff T=30mm Center of Gravity (CG) 55 – 70mm back from leading edge of wing at the fuselage.
EN SAFE® Select Technology The evolutionary SAFE® Select technology can offer an extra level of protection so you can perform the first flight with confidence. No complex transmitter programming is required. Just follow the simple bind process to make the SAFE Select system active. When activated, bank and pitch limitations keep you from over-controlling and automatic self-leveling makes recovery from risky or confusing attitudes as simple as releasing the sticks.
EN Model Assembly Landing Gear Installation 1. Insert the landing gear assembly into the front mounting location on the bottom of the fuselage as shown. 2. Secure the landing gear into place with the four included 3 x 16mm (A) screws and mounting straps. B A 3 x 16mm Tapered hex head machine A Front Wheeled landing gear slot Front float strut slot Rear float strut slot Tail Installation D 1. Insert the vertical stabilizer into the slot in the horizontal stabilizer. 2.
EN Model Assembly Continued Propeller Installation 1. Install the spinner backplate, propeller, prop washer and spinner adapter. 2. Tighten the spinner adapter until the propeller is securely fastened. 3. Secure the spinner with a 3 x 20mm screw (A). Disassemble in reverse order. A 3 x 20mm Tapered hex head machine A Wing Installation 1. Rotate the wing struts into position in preparation for mounting the wing. 2. Slide the wings onto the wing tube. 3.
EN Scale Accessories Optional Install the non-functional scale antennas on the top of the wing. Insert the tab into the slot in the plastic fitting and slide it toward the tail to lock the antenna in place. Float Installation Optional Float Assembly The water rudder is mounted on the left float. When the two floats are arranged correctly, the chine rails on the edges of the floats from the step to the nose should be on the insides of the floats. 1.
EN Receiver Access The receiver for the Maule M7 is located inside the fuselage below the cockpit. Slide the hatch latch toward the tail and remove the bottom hatch to gain access to the receiver. Battery Installation and ESC Arming Battery Selection The E-flite® 2200mAh 11.1V 3S 30C Li-Po battery (EFLB22003S30) is recommended. Refer to the Optional Parts List for other recommended batteries.
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 1. Bind the aircraft correctly to activate SAFE Select.
EN AS3X Control Direction Test This test ensures that the AS3X® control system is functioning properly. Assemble the aircraft and bind your transmitter to the receiver before performing this test. Aircraft movement AS3X Reaction CAUTION: Keep all body parts, hair and loose clothing away from a moving propeller, as these items could become entangled. 2. Move the entire aircraft as shown and ensure the control surfaces move in the direction indicated in the graphic.
EN Flying Tips and Repairs Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a flying location. Range Check your Radio System Before you fly, range check the radio system. Refer to your specific transmitter instruction manual for range test information. Oscillation Once the AS3X system is active (after advancing the throttle for the first time), the control surfaces will react to aircraft movement.
EN PNP Receiver Selection and Installation The Spektrum AR636 receiver is recommended for this airplane. Other receiver selections should be at least 6-channels and offer full range. Refer to the receiver manual for correct installation and operation instructions. CAUTION: When using a Futaba® transmitter with a Spektrum DSM module, you must reverse the throttle channel and rebind. Refer to the Spektrum module manual for binding and failsafe instructions.
EN Troubleshooting Guide AS3X Problem Oscillation Inconsistent flight performance Incorrect response to the AS3X Control Direction Test Possible Cause Damaged propeller or spinner Replace propeller or spinner Solution 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 contr
EN Troubleshooting Guide (Continued) Problem Possible Cause Solution Control surface, control horn, linkage or servo damage Replace or repair damaged parts and adjust controls Wire damaged or connections loose Do a check of wires and connections, connect or replace as needed Control surface does Transmitter is not bound correctly or the incorrect not move airplanes was selected Flight battery charge is low Re-bind or select correct airplanes in transmitter Fully recharge flight battery BEC (Battery
EN Limited Warranty What this Warranty Covers Horizon Hobby, LLC, (Horizon) warrants to the original purchaser that the product purchased (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase.
EN FCC Information FCC ID: BRWDASRX15 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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Replacement Parts • Ersatzteile • Pièces de rechange • Pezzi di ricambio Part # | Nummer Numéro | Codice Description Beschreibung Description Descrizione EFL5351 Painted Fuse: 1.5m Maule Bemalte Sicherung: 1,5 m Maule Fusée peinte: 1.5m Maule Fusibile verniciato: 1,5 m Maule EFL5352 Painted Left Wing: 1.5m Maule Gemalter linker Flügel: 1,5 m Maule Aile gauche peinte: 1.5m Maule Ala sinistra dipinta: 1.5m Maule EFL5353 Painted Right Wing: 1.
Optional Parts • Optionale Bauteile • Pièces optionnelles • Pezzi opzionali Part # | Nummer Numéro | Codice Description Beschreibung Description Descrizione EFLA250 Park Flyer Tool Assortment, 5 pc Park Flyer Werkzeugsortiment, 5 teilig Assortiment d'outils park flyer, 5pc Park Flyer assortimento attrezzi, 5 pc EFLAEC302 EC3 Battery Connector, Female (2) EC3 Akkukabel, Buchse (2) Prise EC3 femelle (2pc) EC3 Connettore femmina x batteria (2) EFLAEC303 EC3 Device/Battery Connector, Male/Female
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