FMS 1800mm Ranger User manual

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1800mm Ranger
Manuel d’utilisation
Instruction Manual
Bedienungsanleitung
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WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating.
Failure 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 failure to do so
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.
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 and avoid damage or serious injury.
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. This model is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from
many sources outside your control. This interference can cause momentary loss of control so it is advisable to always keep a
safe distance in all directions around your model, as this margin will help avoid collisions or injury.
Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.
·Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.
·Always operate your model in an open area away from cars, traffic or people.
·Avoid operating your model in the street where injury or damage can occur.
·Never operate the model in populated areas for any reason.
·Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional support equipment you use (chargers,rechargeable
battery packs, etc.)
·Keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of the reach of children.
·Moisture causes damage to electronics. Avoid water exposure to all equipment not specifically designed and protected for this
purpose.
·Never lick or any place of any your model in your mouth as it could cause serious injury or even death.
Lithium Polymer (Li-Po) Battery Warning
CAUTION: Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for safe use and disposal of batteries. Fire, property
damage, or serious injury can result from the mishandling of Li-Po batteries.
By handling, charging or using a Li-Po Battery you assume all risks associated with lithium batteries.
If at any time the batteries begin to swell or balloon, discontinue use immediately!
Always store the batteries at room temperature in a dry area to extend the life of the battery. Always transport
or temporarily store the battery in a temperature range of 40-120F. Do not store the battery or model in a car or in direct sunlight.
If stored in a hot car, the battery can be damaged or even catch fire.
Never use a Ni-Mh Charger to charge Li-Po Batteries. Failure to charge the battery with a Li-Po compatible charger
may cause fire resulting in personal injury and property damage.
Never discharge Li-Po Cells below 3V.
Never leave charging batteries unattended.
Never charge damaged batteries.
Charging the Flight Battery Warning
Use a battery charger that is designed to safely charge the Li-Po Battery. Read the charger instructions care
fully before use. When charging the battery, make certain the battery is on a heat resistant surface. It is also highly
recommended to place the Li-Po Battery inside a fire resistant charging bag readily available at hobby shops or
online.
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Before assembly, please inspect the contents of the kit. The
photo below details the contents of the kit with labels. If any
parts are missing or defective, please identify the name or
part number (refer to the spare parts list near the end of the
manual) then contact your local shop or email us: support
Kit contents
A: Fuselage
B: Vertical Stabilizer
C: Main Wing
J: Wing tube
D: Propeller Assembly
I: Main landing gearE: Horizontal Stabilizer
F: Antenna
G: Nose landing gear
H: Screw and pushrod set
Introduction
Kit contents
Model assembly
Battery installation
Receiver diagram
Get your model ready to fly
Clevis installation
Control horn and servo arm settings
Center of gravity(CG)
Before flying the model
Flying course
Troubleshooting
Spare parts list content
Table of contents
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Introduction
Wingspan: 1800mm (70.9 in)
Overall Length: 1335mm (52.5 in)
Flying Weight: ~ 2180g
Motor Size: 3541-KV750
Wing Load: 47.8 g/dm² (0.10oz/in²)
Wing Area: 45.6 dm² (706.7 sq.in)
ESC: 45A
Servo: 17g Servo x 6
Recommended Battery: 14.8V 3300mAh-4000mAh
35C
Specifications
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The FMS 1800mm Ranger official release notes!
The FMS Ranger has quickly become well known amongst
R/C pilots- Beginners love it for the simple assembly as well as
its stable and predictable handling characteristics while experts
love the Ranger as a weekend flyer with mild aerobatic
capabilities.
So what could be better than the 1200mm Ranger? Well, a
50% larger 1800mm Ranger, of course!
While quite a bit bigger, the 1800mm Ranger is still true to its
roots- take off within 10ft and cruise at 1/3 throttle with the
flaps down- STOL is in its DNA.
With a patented spring-cushioned nose gear and robust metal
main landing gears, the 1800mm Ranger will absorb just about
any landing impact. The durable, oversized wheels are
designed specifically for rough field operations.
With landing lights, nav lights and strobes, the 1800mm
Ranger is realistic and could fly well into the dusk. Optional
floats add to the all-terrain fun of the Ranger.
Build the 1800mm Ranger in as little as 3 minutes (for experi-
enced pilots)- the screw-together assembly is very straight-for-
ward and easy to put together.
Want to supersize your experience? The 1800mm Ranger is
the right way to start!
Features:
Power: Brushless 3541-750KV outrunner provides ample-
power, while the high quality 45A ESC has the output to
match.
CNC metal landing gear absorbs even the hardest landings
Oversized wheels for all-terrain operations
STOL capable flight characteristics and excellent low
speed handling
Realistic light set- Navigation lights, landing lights and
strobes
Screw-together assembly
Optional floats
Functional flaps
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Model assembly
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HKM3.0*10mm
1. With the airframe included, install the landing gear
and holder components into the slots on the fuselage
as shown.
2. Secure the landing gear onto the fuselage with the
included screws.
1. Install the nose-landing gear into the
plastic slot on the aircraft as shown. Use the
included screw to secure the control horn.
KM3.0*6mm
Nose landing gear installation
Main landing gear installation

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Model assembly
1. Install the horizontal and vertical stabilizers onto the
fuselage as shown.
2. Secure the tail surfaces to the fuselage with the
include screws.
HKM3.0*40mm
Installation of the horizontal and vertical stabilizers

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Model assembly
HKM3.0*16mm
2. Using the body pins, secure the struts to the fuselage.
Main wing installation
3. With the fuselage inverted, secure the wing halves
onto the airframe by using the included screws.
1. Slide the wing halves onto the wing spar and into
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Model assembly
Antenna installation
Pushrod installation
1. The antenna is secured into its slot and lock it in
place by sliding the component towards the tail of
the aircraft.
1. With the rudder servo in its neutral position, con-
nect an included pushrod from the rudder servo to
the rudder surface.
2. With the elevator servo in its neutral position, con-
nect an included pushrod from the elevator servo to
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Model assembly
Screws 3*4mm
HKM3.0*10mm
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HKM3.0*10mm
Propeller installation
Float assembly
1. Install the propeller assembly as shown.
1. As shown in the image, connect both floats with
the metal struts and secure the structure with the
included screws.
2. Connect the floats to the fuselage and secure with
the included screws and retainer.

Important ESC and model information
The ESC included with the model has a safe start. If the motor battery is connected to the ESC and the throttle stick is not in
the low throttle or off position, the motor will not start until the throttle stick is moved to the low throttle or off position. Once the
throttle stick is moved to the low throttle or off position, the motor will emit a series of beeps. Several beeps with the same tune
means the ESC has detected the cells of the battery. The count of the beeps equals the cells of the battery. The motor is now
armed and will start when the throttle is moved.
The motor and ESC come pre-connected and the motor rotation should be correct. If for any reason the motor is rotating in the
wrong direction, simply reverse two of the three motor wires to change the direction of rotation.
The motor has an optional brake setting. The ESC comes with brake switched off and we recommend that the model be flown
with the brake off. However, the brake could be accidentally switched on if the motor battery is connected to the ESC while the
throttle stick is set at full throttle. To switch the brake off, move the throttle stick to full throttle and plug in the motor battery. The
motor will beep one time. Move the throttle stick to low throttle or the off position. The motor is ready to run and the brake will
be switched off.
Battery Selection and Installation. We recommend the 14.8V 3300mAh-4000mAh 35C Li-Po battery. If using another battery,
the battery must be at least a 14.8V 3300mAh-4000mAh 35C battery. Your battery should be approximately the same capacity,
dimension and weight as the 14.8V 3300mAh-4000mAh 35C Li-Po battery to fit the fuselage without changing the center of
gravity significantly.
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1. Pull back on the release tab and remove the battery hatch.
2. Apply hook tape to the cable end of the battery.
3. Make sure the battery is secured using hook tape.
Note: batteries from different manufacturers will vary in
weight and size, it is therefore important to check the center
of gravity of the aircraft before every flight.
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Battery installation
Receiver diagram
Get your model ready to fly
The cables from the servo connector board should be connected
to your receiver in the order shown. Tuck the wire leads into the
recessed cavity towards the rear of the battery hatch.

Transmitter and model setup
Before getting started, bind your receiver with your transmitter.
Please refer to your transmitter manual for proper operation.
CAUTION: To prevent personal injury, DO NOT install the propel-
ler assembly onto the motor shaft while testing the control surfac-
es. DO NOT arm the ESC and do not turn on the transmitter until
the Transmitter Manual instructs you to do so.
Tips: Make sure all control sticks on your radio are in the neutral
position (rudder, elevator, ailerons) and the throttle is in the OFF
position. Make sure both ailerons move up and down (travel) the
same amount. This model tracks well when the left and right
ailerons travel the same amount in response to the control stick.
Move the controls on the transmitter to make sure the aircraft
control surface moves correctly. See diagrams right.
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Control throws
The suggested control throw setting for the Ranger are as follows (dual rate setting):
Tips: On the first flight, fly the model in low rate.
The first time you use high rates,be sure to fly at
low to medium speeds. High rate, as listed, is
only for EXTREME maneuvering.
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Aileron
Bank left
Bank right
Elevator
Climb
Descend
Steering Rudder
Steer left
Steer right
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