EXHOBBY Phoenix S User manual
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The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various
levels of potential harm when operating this product.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not be properly followed, is able to create a possibility
of physical property damage AND or possibility of injury.
Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the
product before operating. Fail to operate the product correctly can result in damage
to the product, personal property and cause serious injury.
This is a sophisticated hobby product and NOT a toy. It must be operated with
caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. Fail to operate
this Product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the
product or other property. This product is not intended for use by children without direct
adult supervision. Do not attempt to disassemble, use with incompatible components
or augment product in any way without the approval of VolantexRC Co., Ltd..
This manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential
to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly,
setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.
WARNING
As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating in a manner that
does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the product or the property
of others.
- Always ensure all batteries have been properly charged before using the vehicle.
- Always check all servos and their connections prior to each run.
- Never operate your vehicle near spectators, parking areas or any other area that could
result in injury to people or damage of property.
- Never operate your vehicle during adverse weather conditions. Poor visibility can
cause disorientation and loss of control of your vehicle.
- Never point the transmitter antenna directly toward the vehicle. The radiation pattern
from the tip of the antenna is inherently low.
- If at any time during the operation of your vehicle you observe any erratic or abnormal
operation, immediately stop operation of your vehicle until the cause of the problem has
been ascertained and corrected.
Safety Precautions
Battery Usage & Charging Warnings
CAUTION: All instructions and warnings must be followed exactly. Mishandling of Li-Po/
- The battery charger included with your plane(if there be) is designed to safely balance
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- By handling, charging or using the included battery, you shall assume all risks
associated with Li-Po/Li-Ion/Ni-Mh battery.
- If at any time the battery begins to balloon or swell, discontinue use immediately. If
charging or discharging, you should discontinue and disconnect.
Continue to use, charge or discharge a battery that is ballooning or swelling can result in
- Always store the battery at room temperature in a dry area for best results.
- Always transport or temporarily store the battery in a temperature range of 40-120
Fahrenheit degrees (5-49 degrees centigrade).Do not store battery or your plane in a car
- Always inspect the battery before charging and never charge damaged batteries.
- Always disconnect the battery after charging, and allow the charger cool before next
charge.
- Always constantly monitor the temperature of the battery pack while charging.
- ONLY USE A CHARGER SPECIALLY DESIGNED TO CHARGE SPECIFIC
BATTERIES.
- Never discharge Li-Po cells till below 3V under load.
- Never cover waning lables with hook or loop strips.
- Never leave charging batteries unattended.
- Never charge batteries outside recommended levels.
- Never attempt to dismantle or alter the charger.
- Never allow minors to charge battery packs.
1. Fuselange
2. Mainwing
3. Horizontal Tail
4. Vertical Tail
5. Philips Screw Driver
6. Joint Bar
7. Push Rods
8. Propeller
9. Extend Wires
10. Servo Arms and Screws
11. Control Horns
12. Screws
--- Below Parts For RTF Version ---
13. Transmitter(and Receiver)
14. Lithium Battery
15. Power Adaptor
16. Balance Charger
- Never charge batteries in extrmely hot or cold places(recommended between 40-120
Fahrenheit degrees / 5-49 degrees centigrade) or in direct sunlight.
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Charging Instruction(RTF)
Lithium Battery Balance Charger
1. Plug the included balance charger to the power adaptor cable, then plug the power adaptor into a
compatible AC outlet(depends on different contries and area) , then connect the power output lead to the
receptacle on the side of the balance charger The power adapter and balance charger are powered on whe
n the green color LED indicator is glowing.
2. Connect the white connector from battery to the mating connector on the charger. And while the white
connectors are ‘keyed’ to minimize the risk of a reverse polarity connection, if you force them it is possible
to make connection with the incorrect polarity potentially causing damage to the battery and/or charger.
When the connectors are properly aligned for correct polarity, connecting them should require only a
moderate amount of pressure to achieve the ‘click’ that indicates a secure connection.
3. When the battery is connected to the charger securely and with the proper polarity both the red color and
green color LED indicators will glow. The battery will be charging anytime the red LED indicator is glowing.
4. It will take approximately 1.5-2.5 hours to fully charge a mostly or fully discharged (not over-discharged)
battery. And when the battery is fully charged the red LED indicator will stop glowing entirely. When the red
LED indicator is no longer glowing you can disconnect the battery from the charger as it is now fully charged
and ready for use.
CAUTION: Do not store the lithium battery fully charged.
For improved safety and longevity of the LiPo battery it’s best to store it only partially charged for any length
of time. Storing the LiPo battery at approximately 50% charged (which is approximately 3.85V per cell) is
typically best, however it will take some careful management of the charge time and the use of a volt meter
to achieve this voltage.
If you have the equipment and skills to achieve the 50% charge level for storage it is recommended. If not,
simply be sure to not store the battery fully charged whenever possible. In fact, as long as the battery will
be stored at approximately room temperature and for no more than a few weeks before the next use, it may
be best to store the battery in the discharged state after the last (as long as the battery was not over-
discharged on the last
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3. Secure the tail part to fuselage with 4pcs
PA2.6*8mm screws.
Setup Instruction
1. Install the control horns to the tail part as shown above. Make sure the horn legs are
secured through the plates.
2. Install the horizontal and vertical tails
with 2pcs PA2.6*8mm screws.
4. Install the servo arms to each servo
with a PWA2.3*4mm screw.
5. Install the pushrod(1.4*135mm) to
connect the servo arm and the surface
control horn for the horizontal tail. Repeat
this step to install the pushrod(1.4*110mm)
for the vertical tail.
6. Install the pushrod to connect the servo
arm and the surface control horn for each
part of the main wings.
7. Assemble the main wings with the bar
connected. Make sure you hear a click
sound to secure the main wings to the
fuselage.
8. Place the battery into the fuselage
preset position. Completely read the
following instructions before you power on
the airplane. After all set, cover on the
canopy to the fuselage.
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Center the Control Surfaces
With the transmitter turned on and the Lipo flight battery connected to the ESC(and
installed in the battery compartment), it is now possible to connect the pushrods to the
control surfaces and to center the surfaces.
First, be sure to center the elevator, rudder and aileron trim levers. See the “Digital
Trims” section for more information. With the trim levers centered, carefully spread open
each clevis so that you can insert the pin in the hole on each control horn. It may be
helpful to use a flat blade screwdriver(not included) into the clevis then carefully twist it
until it disengages the pin from the hole in the clevis.
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After connecting the clevis to the control horns, observe the rudder to see if it is centered.
If it is angled off to the right or left, you can adjust the length/position of the push rod/
clevis so that the surface is centered. Repeat the steps on elevator and aileron to ensure
the surfaces are center too.
NOTE: You should always rotate the clevis until the pin is vertical with the control horn to
ensure the pin is not under any excessive load/pressure when inserted in the hole and
during operation. If you can’t properly make the pin vertical with the control horn, slightly
adjust the trimmer as needed.
Also, we strongly recommend to install the
included clevis keepers to provide extra
security.
Propeller Assembly
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Shaft
Adaptor
Assemble the propeller by the order as
shown.
WARNING: Do NOT power on the airplane
while assembling the propeller, or serious
damages may cause!
Nut
Nut
Spinner
Screws
Propeller Base & Blades
Washer
Center of Gravity
The ideal C.G. position is 70±5mm behind the leading edge measured at where the
wing meets the fuselage . The C.G. has a GREAT effect on the way of the model flight.
If the C.G. is too far aft ( tail heavy ), the model will be too responsive and difficult to
control. If the C.G. is too far forward (nose heavy), the model will be too stable and not
responsive enough.In order to obtain the C.G. specified, add weight to the fuselage or
move the battery position. Check the C.G. before flying.
PLEASE NOTE: This checklist is NOT intended t o replace the content included in this instruction
manual. Although it can be used as a quick start guide, we strongly suggest reading through this
manual completely before proceeding.
Ensure the throttle control stick is on the button position then plug the battery.
Fly the model (handg
Always turn the transmitter off last
Flight Checklist
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crowded neighborhood areas or in areas that are not free of people and obstructions.
more forgiving surface that causes less damage in
the unfortunate event of a c rash. Short grass i s
better for takeoffs and landings as grass that is too
takeoffs and landings on a smoother surface (such
Fly in spacious ground w ithout obstacles and
boskage.
tension line, c rowed people, F lying Area,and
residential area.
PLEASE NOTE: THE PLANE IS DESIGNED TO BE
FLOWN OUTDOORS ONLY
Find a Flight Field
your line of sight.
Flying Conditions
Perform a Range Check
performing a range test is a good way to detect problems that could cause loss of control such as low batteries
defective or damaged radio components or radio interference. This usually requires an assistant and should be
First turn on the transmitter. Then, install the fully charged battery into the fuselage and hold it in place with the
hook-and-loop strap. Connect the battery and install the hatch.
causing damage or injury.
rotate
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With the antenna on the transmitter collapsed (not extended ) , begin walking away from the model operating
the controls in a predictable pattern (for example: Up, then down elevator. Right, then left aileron. Right, then
left rudder). While moving the control surfaces, also vary motor rpm.
Have your assistant alert you if the controls fail to respond or if they move suddenly or erratically. You should
If the controls respond erratically or if anything else seems wrong, make certain a ll the servo w ires are
securely connected t o the receiver and that the transmitter and r eceiver batteries are fully charged. If you
After the range check, fully extend the antenna.
getting low you will usually notice a performance d rop before the ESC cuts off motor power, s o when you
motor cuts off by holding the throttle stick all the way down for a few seconds.
the alarm sounds you should land your model.
10 mph [ 16 kilometers /hr].
Be certain the ailerons , elevator and rudder respond correctly and that none
of the controls have inadvertently become reversed.
If the surface is smooth ( such as paverment or blacktop) the plane can take off from the ground. But most
Take off
ROG(Rise off Ground) Take off
and takeoff easier. Slowly advance the throttle, adding rudder correction as needed to keep the model rolling
gentle climb.
controls as necessary to establish a gentle turn away from the runway.
advance the t hrottle to full power. Your assistant should run a few s teps with the plane held high above his
head, and then give the model a swift, but controlled toss at a level, or slightly nose - up attitude.Initially, the
elevator to establish the climb.
controls as necessary to establish a gentle turn away from the runway.
Hand-Launch
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For improved safety and longevity of the LiPo battery it’s best to store it only partially charged for any length
of time. Storing the LiPo battery at approximately 50% charged (which is approximately 3.85V per cell) is
typically best, however it will take some careful management of the charge time and the use of a volt meter
to achieve this voltage.
If you have the equipment and skills to achieve the 50% charge level for storage it is recommended. If not,
simply be sure to not store the battery fully charged whenever possible. In fact, as long as the battery will
be stored at approximately room temperature and for no more than a few weeks before the next use, it
make the plane bank to your right.
pilot!).
the model into a bank. To stop the turn, apply a small amount of opposite aileron.
straight without any control inputs. Often, your assistant can reach over and adjust the trims for you.
do this, while still at altitude, cut the motor power.The model should establish a gentle, downward glide path.
judge how far out you will need to be when its time to land.
Flying
Disconnect the battery and remove it from the airplane. Then, turn off the transmitter. Allow the battery to cool
airplane to make sure nothing has become loose or damaged.
Make sure
that the airplane initiates an ascending glide path. If necessary, add power to extend the glide path
to reach control the glide path and altitude.
Continue to apply elevator until the mode touches down at which time you should be holding full, or nearly full
up elevator. This will cause the airplane to slow and settle to the ground.
CAUTION: If, during a rough landing, the propeller becomes jammed and cannot rotate, the battery and
speed control will become very hot if you attempt to add power. Immediately move the throttle down to
stop the moto.
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Landing
After Flight
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