H-KING Wargo Signature Edge 540T 3D User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
H-KING WARGO EDGE 540T 38”
3D AEROBATIC PLANE (ARF VERSION)

Please read this instruction manual fully and become completely familiar with the features of this product
before operating. Failure to operate this product correctly could result in damage to the product, personal
property and cause serious injury. This is a sophisticated hobby product and is NOT a toy. It must always be
operated with caution, common sense and some basic mechanical ability. This manual provides instructions
as to the assembly, safe operation and maintenance of this hobby product. It is highly recommended that you
follow and read fully the instructions and warnings stated in this manual including safety, assembly, set-up and
flying guidelines in order to operate this product correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
WARNING
As the user of this product you and you alone are responsible for operating it in a manner that does not
endanger yourself and others around you or result in damage to the product or property of others. This
product is operated via a radio controlled system that in some cases can be subject to interference from
sources outside of your control. Interference may result in a momentary loss of control so it is always
recommended that this product be used in a suitably open outdoors space.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Please read this manual carefully and follow the instructions before you use this product.
2. This airplane is not a toy, due to its advanced flying qualities it is only suitable for pilots with intermediate
or higher experience. If you are a novice then please only operate with the assistance of an experienced
pilot.
3. Not recommended for children under 14 years old.
4. Please set up this plane according to the instructions and make sure you keep your hands and other parts
of your body out of the way of the rotating propellers at all times. Failure to do so will result in damage to
yourself and to the airplane.
5. Do not fly in thunderstorms, strong winds or wet weather.
6. Never fly R/C planes where there are overhead power lines,
automobiles, airports, railway lines or near a highway.
7. Never fly R/C planes where there are crowds of people or over organised games. This airplane requires a
very flat landing and take-off area or lake that is clear of tree's and other obstacles. Remember safety is the
responsibility of the pilot.
8. Do not attempt to catch the plane when you are flying it.
9. The operator will bear the full responsibility of flying and the proper operation and usage of this model. We
at Hobbyking will not be responsible for any liability or loss due to improper use of this model.
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My Opinions on this airframe
The plane itself is a fantastic overall performer. On 4s it is very agile and athletic. If you like
high energy and tumbling, it is the best setup. I fly it mostly on 3S, the lighter setup is a bit
better suited for low and slow 3D. The plane is surprisingly solid with no wing rock in a
harrier and loves most 3Dmaneuvers. The ailerons are super fast and may need to be toned
down for rolling harriers and the like. Also, the rudder and elevator are also very effective so
be careful to add enough expo and set your rates properly. It has a short moment, so it
tumbles like crazy and the rudder is really sensitive.
It is easy to land and easy to harrier both inverted and upright. You will love this aircraft even
if you are just learning 3D or aerobatics. It flies very straight lines, and if you set a really
good conservative low or precision rate, you will be able to perform any IMAC-type maneuver
and look great doing it. Knife edge flight is also very precise with this model. Overall, I am
thrilled with its performance in every style of aerobatics making it a perfect all around aircraft.
It is relatively small, but it is a benefit as well because it is easily transported. I hope you
enjoy flying it as much as I do.
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Michael Wargo

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INTRODUCTION
The Wargo Signature Edge 540Tis the next step of my goal to provide a line of perfect 3D and
aerobatic training aircraft. I have dedicated a lot of my flying career to teaching 3D aerobatics
and helping pilots learn how to become better pilots. I have also dedicated myself to trying to
develop the ideal transition and training 3D plane. I am proud to offer you the Wargo Edge
540t. It is a foam aircraft that is stiffer and precise with a short moment to improve your 3D,
tumbling and precision flying. The Wargo Edge 540Tis perfect to take a pilot from sport flying
to confidently flying 3D aerobatics as well. The result is a phenomenal plane that will hover,
harrier and tumble incredibly well. Any accomplished 3D pilot will love this plane because it will
satisfy the most discriminating pilot. It will perform maneuvers ultra-light foamies cannot
because it has a bit better ability to carry momentum and perform more high-energy and
tumbling type of maneuvers. The Wargo Edge 540Tis a blast to fly, and is small and light
enough to fly anywhere and transport easily.
SPECIFICATIONS REFERENCE POWER TRAIN
• Wingspan: 965mm
• Length: 980mm
• Wing area: 20.4 dm2
• All Up Weight: 660g with 4S set-up
• All Up Weight: 630g with 3S set-up
Servo: 12g digital metal gear
Motor: 2836 1040Kv
ESC: 30~40A ESC with BEC
Prop: 10x4.7~11x5.5
Radio: 2.4Ghz with 4 or more channels
Battery: 3~4S 1300mAh 25-60C battery pack

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CONTENTS
1: Fuselage
2: Wing set
3: Elevator
4: Rudder
5: Landing gear fairings
6: Wheel spats
7: Side force generator(L+R)
9: Landing gear and wheel
set assembly
10: Hardware accessories
11: Aileron extension cord
12: Pushrod
13: Hook and Loop tape
14: Spinner
15: Zip ties

ASSEMBLY
Install the rudder servo as shown.
Insert the landing gear and landing gear plate into the slot as
shown. Use slow curing CA glue for the strongest bond.
Dry fit the main wing set and
stabilizer onto the fuselage. Use a
straight edge to ensure the
measurement for both left and right
side of the wing tip to the stabilizer
are equal as shown.
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Once you are satisfied with the fit and the measurements, apply a few drops
of foam safe CA glue to the joints between the fuselage and the wing just
to hold them in position. Repeat this process for the horizontal stabilizer.
Check the measurements once again to ensure they are correct. If the measurements are
correct for both wing and stabilizer, and these are level to each other, you can then apply
a foam safe glue to all the joints for a permanent bond.
Adjust the elevator so that there is a hinge gap of about 1mm, and that it is
evenly spaced on both sides of the fuselage. Use foam safe CA to glue the
hinges into both the stabilizer and elevator hinge slots.
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Use thin foam CA glue to attach the elevator control horn.
Install the control horn plate on the other side of the elevator.
Install the tailwheel bracket and glue to the rudder as shown.
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Adjust the rudder so there is a hinge gap of about 1mm space in
between. Use a foam safe CA to glue the hinges into both the
rudder and vertical fin hinge slots.

Apply foam safe glue to the tailwheel bracket holding plate and glue it to the tail as shown.
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Connect one of the supplied extension servo leads to an aileron servo and install it into
one of the wing servo cut-outs as shown. Adjust the aileron control surface so there is a
hinge gap of about 1mm gap in between the aileron and the wing. Use a foam safe CA
to glue the hinges into both the wing and aileron control surface hinge slots. Repeat this
process for the other wing.

Install the supplied ball link socket to the servo arm as shown. Use a servo controller to adjust
your servo arm setting in the neutral position and the pushrod must be positioned
perpendicular to the servo arm. Adjust the ball link socket by turning clockwise or anti-
clockwise to get the aileron control surface level to the wing.
Repeat the above steps for the elevator and rudder control surfaces.
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Locate the landing gear parts and install the wheel and wheel spats as shown. Glue the
foam fairings to the landing gear with foam safe glue, usemini clamps to hold them in
position until the glue dries.
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Install the side force generatorsas shown
and glue them permanently to the wing tips
with foam safe CA glue.
Install your preferred power train of motor, ESC and battery as shown.

Test fit the cowling onto the fuselage and install the spinner back-plate and propeller as
shown. Align the cowling to the backplate carefully and use tape to secure the cowling to the
fuselage. When satisfied with the fit and alignment, use the supplied self-tapping screws to
secure the cowling, then fit the spinner cone.
COMPLETE
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Center of gravity position:
95mm from the wing’s leading edge
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CG 95mm

SETUP
TRAVEL SETTINGS
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1. High Rate
Aileron
Elevator
Rudder
2. Snap Rate (precision or low rates with fast ailerons for quick rolling maneuvers and snap rolls)
Aileron
Elevator
Rudder
3. Slow 3D Rate (used for rolling harrier and other post-stall maneuvers)
Aileron
Elevator
Rudder
4. Tumbling Rate
Aileron
Elevator
Rudder
100% Expo 65%
100% Expo 70%
100% Expo 75%
100% Expo 65%
22% Expo 24%
55% Expo 35%
70% Expo 48%
60% Expo 50%
75% Expo 55%
100% Expo 60%
100% Expo 70%
100% Expo 70%
60% Expo 35%
22% Expo 25%
35% Expo 20%
Each flight control must be set to its physical limits. This means as far as it will go, but no further than it has to.
You set this by selecting the servo, fully deflect the surface with the transmitter, then increase (or occasionally
decrease) the percentage to where the flight surface will not travel any further. Then simply back off a click or
two and you are done. Then, simply deflect it in the opposite direction and repeat the process. This must
always be done for rudder, ailerons, flaps and elevators. Your travel/end point settings must be above 100% to
achieve full performance from each servo.
RATES AND EXPONENTIAL
All rates at 100% for full 3D flying. I suggest your expo settings for full 3D will be 60% as a starting point.
Adjust to your preference after flying to achieve full performance from each servo.
MY PERSONAL SETTINGS
I use a little trick where I put the stick at one third and set to where when I switch between rates the surface
hardly changes. Obviously at the end points it is an enormous difference.
My personal expo settings for low rates is in the 20% range for an aerobatic plane, and expo in
the 60% to 70% range for high rates for 3D. Again, this is highly dependent on the plane and this is a general
guideline only, and is my personal preference.
5. Low Precision Rate
Aileron
Elevator
Rudder

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• Select your flying area carefully. Always choose an open space that is clear and not obstructed by
trees, poles, pylons, and buildings etc. Also ensure you are away from people and crowded areas.
Avoid flying in areas with roads, near water, or within close proximity to full size air traffic.
• Do not fly this model in poor weather, for example: high winds, low visibility, inclement temperatures,
and rain and storms are also to be avoided.
• Never attempt to catch the model whilst it is in flight, even a slow moving model can cause harm to
yourself and risks damage to the model.
• This model is not recommended for children under the age of 14 years old. All children no matter
what age, should be supervised by a capable and responsible adult when operating this model.
• Always unplug your model battery when not in use, never leave the battery installed in the model.
• Please remember to keep clear of the propellers at all times when your flight battery is connected.
• Before flying, always turn ON your transmitter first, then plug your flight battery into the model.
• After flying, always unplug your battery first in the model and then turn OFF your transmitter.
• Exercise caution when charging your batteries, and follow in full your battery manufacturers safety
guideline when doing so.
1. Always range check your model before any flying. Follow your radio manufacturers guidelines for
performing this check.
2. Check all screw and mounting points are firmly secure including control horns and clevises.
3. Only fly with fully charged batteries. Failure to do so could result in loss of control, damage to the
model and possibly property around you. Make sure your batteries are fully charged.
4. With the model powered up check that all control surfaces are free from damage, moving in the
correct directions and with no binding.
5. Inspect the model and props for any damage that may have occurred during transit to your flying site.
Listen for any unusual sounds from the electronics when powered up, if in doubt, do not fly.
6. With the model held securely and the propellers free of obstructions, increase the throttle just slightly
to confirm the rotation of the propellers is correct . The model should want to pull straight forward
when the throttle is applied.
7. If this is your first flight with the model double check that the C of G is at the correct position. If not,
adjust the battery position inside model as necessary.
8. If you are an inexperienced model pilot, seek the help and assistance of an experienced pilot to
perform these final checks, and to test fly the model for you.
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MODEL FLYING PRECAUTIONS:
PRE-FLIGHT CHECKS:

Motors do not run:
1. Battery is not fully charged (charge the battery).
2. Transmitter battery is low (charge or install a fully charged battery).
3. Motors are not connected properly (check the motor to ESC connections and the ESC to battery
connections).
4. Receiver is not bound to the transmitter (consult your radio manual and go through the binding
procedure).
5. ESC is in set-up mode (hold model and move throttle up to full then back to idle, or reverse the
throttle channel on your transmitter. Switch everything off before doing this).
Model moves backwards:
1. Propeller fitted on backwards (swap the propeller around).
Control surfaces not moving with stick input:
1. The servo leads are not connected properly (check the servo connections).
2. The servo is damaged (replace the servo).
The model does not fly straight:
1. Control surfaces are not at neutral (adjust the trims/sub trim on your transmitter).
2. C of G is not correct (re-position the battery to achieve correct balance).
3. Model does not climb well:
1. The battery is not fully charged (charge the battery).
2. The elevator servo is reversed (change the direction via your transmitter settings).
3. C of G to far forwards making it nose heavy (move battery backwards or add weight to tail).
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