Horizon Hobby E-flite EFL87950 User manual

F-16 Thunderbirds 80mm EDF
EFL87950
Instruction Manual
Bedienungsanleitung
Manuel d’utilisation
Manuale di Istruzioni
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F-16 Thunderbirds 80mm EDF
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Safety Precautions and Warnings
NOTICE
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horizonhobby.com or towerhobbies.com and click on the support or resources tab for this product.
AGE RECOMMENDATION: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.
MEANING OF SPECIAL LANGUAGE
The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product:
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of
superficial injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury.
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND little or no possibility of injury.
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. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure 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 use with incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by Horizon Hobby, LLC. 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.
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 keep a safe distance in all directions around your model to avoid
collisions or injury. This model is controlled by a radio signal subject to
interference from many sources outside your control. Interference can cause
momentary loss of control.
• Always operate your model in open spaces away from full-size vehicles, traffic
and people.
• Always carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional
support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery packs, etc.).
• Always keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of the reach
of children.
• Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not specifically designed and
protected for this purpose. Moisture causes damage to electronics.
• Never place any portion of the model in your mouth as it could cause serious
injury or even death.
• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.
• Always keep aircraft in sight and under control.
• Always use fully charged batteries.
• Always keep transmitter powered on while aircraft is powered.
• Always remove batteries before disassembly.
• Always keep moving parts clean.
• Always keep parts dry.
• Always let parts cool after use before touching.
• Always remove batteries after use.
• Always ensure failsafe is properly set before flying.
• Never operate aircraft with damaged wiring.
• Never touch moving parts.
WARNING AGAINST COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS: If you ever need to replace your Spektrum receiver found in a Horizon Hobby product, always purchase from
Horizon Hobby, LLC or a Horizon Hobby authorized dealer to ensure authentic high-quality Spektrum product. Horizon Hobby, LLC disclaims all support and
warranty with regards, but not limited to, compatibility and performance of counterfeit products or products claiming compatibility with DSM or Spektrum technology.

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Specications
Motor: 3280-2100Kv Brushless Inrunner 4-pole Installed Required
ESC: Avian 100-Amp Brushless Smart ESC Installed Required
Servos: Aileron: (2) Spektrum A335; 65mm Lead
Left Stabilator: (1) Spektrum A450; 460mm Lead
Right Stabilator: (1) Spektrum A450R; 460mm Lead
Rudder: (1) Spektrum A335R; 150mm Lead
Landing Gear Doors: (3) Spektrum A335; 65mm Lead
Nose Wheel Steering: (1) Spektrum SA335: 65mm Lead
Installed Installed
Receiver: Spektrum™AR8360T 8-Channel AS3X/SAFE
Telemetry Receiver (SPMAR8360T) Installed Required
Recommended Battery: 6S 22.2V 5000mAh 50C Required Required
Recommended Battery Charger: 6-cell Li-Po battery
balancing charger Required Required
Recommended Transmitter: Full range 8-channel
2.4GHz with Spektrum DSMX®technology with
adjustable Dual Rates. Required Required
Without Battery:
5.90lb (2674)
With 6S 5000mAh
50C Battery:
7.46lb (3384g)
57.08 in (1450mm)
39.37in (1000mm)
Table of Contents
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For additional assistance on regulations and guidance on UAS usage, visit knowbeforeyoufly.org/.
Included / Recommended Equipment
Specifications....................................................................................3
Transmitter Setup (BNF Basic)...........................................................4
Model Assembly ................................................................................5
Receiver Installation (ARF Plus)..........................................................9
Battery Installation and ESC Arming...................................................9
Center of Gravity .............................................................................10
Transmitter and Receiver Binding (BNF Basic)..................................11
SAFE®Select Switch Designation.....................................................12
Integrated ESC Telemetry.................................................................13
Control Surface Centering................................................................13
Control Surface Direction.................................................................14
Control Horn and Servo Arm Settings...............................................14
Dual Rates and Control Throws........................................................15
AS3X Control Response Test (BNF Basic).........................................15
In Flight Trimming (BNF Basic).........................................................15
SAFE Select Flying Tips....................................................................16
Thrust Reversing (Optional)..............................................................16
Post Flight .......................................................................................17
Power System Installation and Service.............................................17
Troubleshooting Guide AS3X ............................................................18
Troubleshooting Guide .....................................................................18
Replacement Parts...........................................................................19
Recommended Receivers (ARF Plus)................................................19
Recommended Parts........................................................................19
Optional Parts..................................................................................19
AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code.........................................20
Limited Warranty .............................................................................20
Contact Information .........................................................................21
FCC Information...............................................................................21
IC Information..................................................................................21
Compliance Information for the European Union...............................21

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Transmitter Setup (BNF Basic)
IMPORTANT: After you set up your model, always rebind the transmitter and
receiver to set the desired failsafe positions.
The GEAR Channel (CH 5) controls the retractable landing gear (typically assigned to
switch A). If you are using a 6 channel transmitter, The FLAP Channel (CH 6) can be used
to toggle SAFE Select.To use the flap channel for the SAFE Select, switch (typically
assigned to switch D) the values must be set to +100 and -100 and the speed set to
0 temporarily to assign the safe switch in the flap system menu. Then change the
flap systems values back to the listing in the TX setup. See the SAFE Select Switch
Designation section of this manual to assign the switch for SAFE Select.
Dual Rates
Attempt your rst ights in low rate. For landings, use high rate elevator.
NOTICE: To ensure AS3X technology functions properly, do not lower rate values
below 50%. If less control deflection is desired, manually adjust the position of
the pushrods on the servo arm
NOTICE: If oscillation occurs at high speed, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide
for more information.
Exponential
After first flights, you may adjust exponential in your transmitter.
Thrust Reversing
Motor reversing is not enabled when this aircraft is new. See the Thrust Reversing
section of this manual for information about setting up and using the motor revers-
ing function in the ESC.
Transmitter Telemetry Setup
See the Telemetry Setup table after binding. In order for the ESC and battery
information to auto-populate in your transmitter’s telemetry menu, you must begin
telemetry setup with the aircraft bound and connected.
Computerized Transmitter Setup
Start all transmitter programming with a blank ACRO model (perform a model reset),
then name the model.
Set Dual Rates to HIGH 100% LOW 70%
Set Servo Travel to 100%
Set Throttle Cut to -100%
Assign Throttle Cut to Switch H
Set Aileron Expo to High Rate 10% Low Rate 5%
Set Elevator Expo to High Rate 10% Low Rate 5%
Set Rudder Expo to High Rate 10% Low Rate 5%
†Some of the terminology and function locations used in the iX12 and iX20
programming may be slightly different than other Spektrum AirWare™radios.
The names given in parentheses correspond to the iX12 and iX20 programming
terminology. Consult your transmitter manual for specific information about
programming your transmitter.
Flaperon Setup
This model is provided with the ailerons wired separately. This allows flaperons to
be enabled without additional wiring or modification.
Perform these transmitter steps to enable flaperons:
-in the Aircraft Type menu, select One Aileron One Flap
-in the Flap System menu; assign a switch and flap travel values
• Right Aileron is plugged into Channel 6.
• Left Aileron is plugged into Channel 2.
Before you begin flaperon setup you need to make some decisions based on the
number of channels your transmitter has available, and the features you will use.
If you are using a 6-Channel transmitter: We recommend using channel 6 for
flaperons OR SAFE Select. The flaperon function works best when not combined
with SAFE Select.
If you are using a 8 or more channel transmitter: This allows the use of flaperons,
thrust reversing, and SAFE Select.
Flaperon Transmitter Setup
Base Setup (6-Channel No Flaps)
1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP (Model Utilities)
2. Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE
3. Set AIRCRAFT TYPE (Model Setup, Aircraft Type):
WING: 1 AIL (Normal)
4. SET CHANNEL ASSIGN (MODEL SETUP, CHANNEL ASSIGN):
AUX1: INH
Base Set-up w/Flaps (6-Channel w/Flap)
1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP (Model Utilities)†
2. Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE
3. Set AIRCRAFT TYPE (Model Setup, Aircraft Type)†:
WING: 1 AIL 1 Flap
4. Go to the FUNCTION LIST (Flap System)
Switch: Switch D
5. Set FLAP SYSTEM:
SELECT SWITCH D:
POS 0: 0% FLAP 0% ELEVATOR
POS 1: -50% FLAP -2% ELEVATOR
POS 2: -100% FLAP -16% ELEVATOR
SPEED 2.0S:
SWITCH = Switch D
Full Set-up Flap (8+ Channel)
1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP (Model Utilities)†
2. Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE
3. Set AIRCRAFT TYPE (Model Setup, Aircraft Type)†:
WING: 1 AIL 1 Flap
4. Go to the FUNCTION LIST (Flap System)
Switch: Switch D
5. Set FLAP SYSTEM:
SELECT SWITCH D:
POS 0: 0% FLAP 0% ELEVATOR
POS 1: -50% FLAP -2% ELEVATOR
POS 2: -100% FLAP -16% ELEVATOR
SPEED 2.0S:
SWITCH = Switch D
See thrust reversing on page 16 for set up of thrust reversing.
See afterburner set-up on page 8 to set up the afterburner.

Wing Installation
1. Slide the short wing tube (10 x 420mm) (A) into the front hole in the fuselage.
2. Slide the long wing tube (7.75 x 750mm) (B) into the rear hole in the fuselage.
3. Slide each wing on to the tubes until it fully mates with the fuselage, paying
close attention to make sure the hands free connector aligns and engages.
4. Secure the wing halves into position from the bottom using the four included
M3x20mm countersunk machine screws (C) (2mm hex driver required).
Disassemble in reverse order.
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B
Model Assembly
Horizontal Stabilizer Installation
1. Invert the fuselage and slide the stabilator rod (A) into the mount on the
fuselage.
IMPORTANT: Care must be taken when inverting the fuselage.
2. Secure the stabilator rod in the fuselage with the included M3 x 10mm
countersunk machine screw (B) (2mm hex driver required). Tighten the screw
until the screw head reaches the countersink of the fuselage.
3. Ensure the screw captures the groove on the stabilator rod.
4. Insert the Z-bend into the 3rd hole from the output shaft of the servo arm. The
pushrod should be inserted from the outside of the arm and then snap the ball
link onto the ball mounted on the control horn.
5. Repeat the process for the other stabilizer half.
A
E
A
R
M3 x 10mm (2)
Machine Screw
B
M3 x 20mm (4)
Machine Screw
C