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Congratulations on your purchase of the HobbyZone® Zone 1 Super Cub. Your Super Cub has come with everything needed to get you into the air—all in one box, and because it’s a Zone 1 product, it is specifically designed for you to be able to teach yourself how to fly. You will only need to thoroughly read the instruction manual, attach the wing, tail, and landing gear, and then charge the flight battery prior to your first flight.
Motor Test and Battery Discharging 1. Remove the battery cover and install the included 8 AA batteries. 2. Be certain that you observe proper polarity when installing the batteries, and then replace the cover on the transmitter. 3. To test the transmitter’s function, turn on the switch on the front of the transmitter. The LED should glow brightly. 4. Replace the batteries with fresh AA batteries when you hear the low voltage battery alarm beeping. 5.
Your Super Cub comes with a variable rate DC peak charger, as well as an AC peak charger. This way, you can use the charger that best fits your needs. .8 .6 1.0 HBZ1 026 1.2 .4 .3 DC peak charger features: • Adjustable charge rate from 300mAh—1.2A • LED indicator • Peak charges 4- to 7-cell Ni-Cd and Ni-MH battery packs 6 1. Select the charge rate of 1.2A for charging the included 8.4V 1000mAh battery pack. 2. Connect the battery to the charger. 3.
Attaching the Wing 1. Locate the included wire landing gear. 2. Slide landing gear into the allotted slot on the bottom of the fuselage. 3. Make sure the gear is securely in the slot by gently pulling on it after it is attached. 4. Attach the white plastic scale covers with the included 4 screws, as shown. They are located in the small bag labeled “A.” 1. Locate the wing and wing strut screws that are included. 2. Place the wing so that it is centered on the top of the fuselage. 3.
1. Locate the rudder and horizontal stab assemblies and carefully remove them from the box. It may be helpful to watch the included video when installing the tail section. 2. Install the rudder assembly into the horizontal stab, as shown. 3. Install the complete tail assembly into the fuselage, as shown. 4. Secure this assembly to the fuselage, from the bottom, with the included screws. The 2 screws needed for this step are in the small bag marked “C” and are the two longest included. 5.
1. Make certain the throttle slider is in the “off” position. Turn on the transmitter. 2. Install the flight battery in the fuselage and plug the battery lead into the lead inside the airplane. 3. Move the stick on the transmitter (rudder control) side to side while observing the vertical control surface is moving per the input (as shown). Right Left 12 4. Push the stick full forward (elevator control).
1. Any changes necessary to bring both the rudder and elevator to neutral (zero degrees) should be able to be done by using the trim levers on the transmitter. To do this, place the control stick at center, and use the slider button below the stick to adjust the rudder (vertical surface) until it is flush with the stationary section of the rudder assembly.
Range Test We know you want to fly your Super Cub as soon as you have it. However, flying in too much wind can place your aircraft in jeopardy. On your first flights, make sure that the winds are no more than 5–7 mph (8–11 k/h). Prior to your first flight, you will need to perform a range test. Two people are needed to do this—one to hold the airplane and one to hold the transmitter. To check the wind conditions: • Tie the antenna ribbon to the transmitter.
Your HobbyZone® Super Cub comes equipped with exclusive Anti-Crash Technology.™ This software will help to prevent crashes due to over-control. The sensors that are located on the fuselage “see” the horizon. One sensor is located at the top of the windshield and the other is on the bottom side of the fuselage, in front of the landing gear. The electronic system connected to the sensors knows that the airplane (with ACT “on”) should not be allowed to enter a steep dive.
• Never fly at too low of an altitude and expect ACT™ to save you from a crash. You must maintain an altitude of at least 200 feet (61 meters) for the software to be able to help prevent crashes. • Even when flying with ACT on, if you feel that your aircraft is in jeopardy reduce the throttle immediately and release the stick. You can then add a small amount of up elevator (pull back slightly on the stick), as well, to aid the recovery.
On first flights, it is a good idea to have a second person, ideally an adult, help you launch the plane. This will allow you to focus entirely on the transmitter input. 1. Make sure the battery is fully charged and has recently been peaked. 2. Make certain that no one is flying, or preparing to fly, on the same channel within approximately ½ mile (.8 kilometers). If someone were to turn on a transmitter on the same frequency as yours, you will lose control of your airplane.
1. After you have launched your Super Cub, it will begin climbing at full throttle. With the throttle advanced all the way forward, your Super Cub should not need any elevator input to climb steadily. 2. Make adjustments on the throttle slider and control stick that are necessary to keep your aircraft heading directly into the wind. Do not attempt a turn until you have reached a minimum of 50–100 feet (15.25–30.5 meters) of altitude (about as tall as a four-story building). 3.
1. When launching, the throttle should be all the way on. 2. Once you have achieved the altitude where you want to fly, you can reduce throttle to about 50% for cruising. This will also allow for longer flights. 3. If you want to reduce altitude, reduce throttle to less than 50%. 4. To increase altitude again, increase throttle to more than 50%.
Step 19 28 Aerobatic Flight Repairing Minor Damage It is recommended in the directions that the Super Cub controls be set for softer responses and at the outer holes of the control surfaces. However, once you get used to the flight characteristics and want to perform more aerobatic maneuvers (with ACT™ off) you can change the amount of throw that is permitted by moving the clevises to the inner holes of the control horns.
Warnings and Safety Checklist 1. Read and follow this manual and included video CD completely, observing all instructions and safety directions. If you do not do this, serious injury and damage can occur. Think about safety first. 2. Keep the propeller away from all body parts at all times! Beware of loose clothing or hair becoming entangled in the propeller. 3. Never fly when it is too windy or you may lose control of the airplane.
Success Tips 32 1. Don’t fly in winds over 7 mph (11 K/h). First-time pilots should get help from an experienced radio control pilot during first flights. 2. Choose your flying field carefully– grass and soft ground with a 600-foot (183-meter) diameter of open space is optimal for flying and will lengthen the life of the Super Cub. Make sure there are no obstacles that will get in your way when flying, such as trees or buildings.
Warranty and Follow-Up Procedures Limited Warranty Period Horizon Hobby, Inc. guarantees this product to be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of purchase. Limited Warranty & Limits of Liability Pursuant to this Limited Warranty, Horizon Hobby, Inc. will, at its option, (i) repair or (ii) replace, any product determined by Horizon Hobby, Inc. to be defective. In the event of a defect, these are your exclusive remedies.
Questions or Assistance For questions or assistance, please direct your email to productsupport@ horizonhobby.com, or call 877.504.0233 toll free to speak to a service technician. Inspection or Repairs 36 If your product needs to be inspected or repaired, please call for a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA). Pack the product securely using a shipping carton. Please note that original boxes may be included, but are not designed to withstand the rigors of shipping without additional protection.
Replacement parts are available at your local hobby shop or www.horizonhobby.com.