Horizon Hobby EFL370001 User manual

EFL370001 EFL3750
Instruction Manual
Bedienungsanleitung
Manuel d’utilisation
Manuale di Istruzioni
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Safety Precautions and Warnings
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.
NOTICE
All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit
www.horizonhobby.com or towerhobbies.com and click on the support or resources tab for this product.
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.
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.
AGE RECOMMENDATION: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.
If you own this product, you may be required to register with the FAA. For up-to-date information on how to register with the FAA, visit https://registermyuas.faa.gov/.
For additional assistance on regulations and guidance on UAS usage, visit knowbeforeyoufly.org/.
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Aircraft Components .............................................................................................. 4
Aircraft Assembly................................................................................................... 5
Spektrum DXS Transmitter..................................................................................... 7
Flight Battery Installation, SAFE System and Electronic Speed
Control (ESC) Arming.............................................................................................. 8
Center of Gravity (CG) ............................................................................................ 9
Control Direction Test........................................................................................... 10
Before Your First Flight......................................................................................... 10
Choose a Flying Field........................................................................................... 11
Range Test........................................................................................................... 11
Flight Control ....................................................................................................... 12
Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope (SAFE) Technology Flight Modes......................... 13
Preflight Checklist................................................................................................ 14
Flying .................................................................................................................. 14
Trimming the Aircraft ........................................................................................... 16
Post Flight............................................................................................................ 17
Transmitter and Receiver Binding......................................................................... 17
Flight Training...................................................................................................... 18
Optional Landing Assist Sensor (LAS) Upgrade ..................................................... 19
Optional SAFE Plus GPS Upgrade ......................................................................... 20
Optional Transmitter Setup................................................................................... 29
Service and Repairs............................................................................................. 30
AS3X®System Trouble Shooting Guide................................................................. 32
Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................................................ 32
Replacement Parts............................................................................................... 33
Recommended Parts............................................................................................ 33
Glossary of Important Terms ................................................................................ 33
Optional Parts ...................................................................................................... 33
Hardware............................................................................................................. 33
Important Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Information................................. 34
AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code............................................................. 34
Limited Warranty ................................................................................................. 35
Contact Information ............................................................................................. 35
FCC Information................................................................................................... 36
IC Information...................................................................................................... 36
Compliance Information for the European Union................................................... 36
Registration
Completion Guide
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information on the recommended Powerstage battery and
charger bundle. You can also view the Optional Parts list
on the product page on www.HorizonHobby.com for more
information on other compatible batteries, chargers and
other items.
• Phillips Screwdrivers (PH#0, PH#1)
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Table of Contents
Included Equipment
Transmitter Spektrum™DXS 2.4GHz (SPMR1010)
Transmitter Batteries 4 AA Alkaline
Receiver Spektrum™DSMX SRXL2 Receiver with Connector
Installed (SPM4650C)
Flight Controller Spektrum™Flight Controller (SPMA3230)
ESC 30-Amp 3S ESC with Telemetry (EFLA1030FB)
Motor 840Kv Brushless Outrunner 12-Pole Motor (EFLM7215)
Propeller 11 x 8 Electric Propeller (EFLP11080E)
Servos
(2) Aileron, 13g Micro Servo (EFLR7155)
(1) Elevator, 13g Micro Servo (EFLR7155)
(1) Rudder, 37g Standard Servo (EFLR7150)
Required Equipment
Flight Battery 3S 11.1V 3200-4000mAh LiPo Battery
with IC3®or EC3™Connector
Battery Charger 3-4S LiPo Battery Compatible
Specications
Wingspan 59" (1500mm)
Length 42.5" (1080mm)
Weight
Without Battery: 50oz (1418g)
With 3S 4000mAh Battery:
59.oz (1672g)
Optional Accessories
SPMA3180 Landing Assist Sensor (LAS)
RFL1205 RealFlight Trainer Edition RC Flight Simulator
SPMWS2000 WS2000 Wireless Simulator USB Dongle
SPMXPSA300 Smart G2 Powerstage Bundle
with 3S 4000mAh Battery and S120 Charger
Completion Guide
Required Tools
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GPS Optional LAS Optional
ON/OFF Switch
Aircraft Components
Aileron
Elevator
Horizontal Stabilizer
Nose Gear Assembly
Flight Battery
Canopy/Hatch
Receiver (Rx)
Main Landing Gear
Flight Controller
Electronic Speed Control (ESC)
Aileron Servo (EFLR7155)Aileron Servo (EFLR7155)
Rudder and Nose Gear
Servo (EFLR7150)
Elevator Servo (EFLR7155)
Propeller (EFLP11080E)
Rudder
Vertical Stabilizer
Typical Control Components
Control Horn
Clevis
Servo
Servo Arm
Retaining Sleeve Pushrod
Motor (EFLM7215)
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A
B
D
C
E
Retaining Sleeve
Elevator Control
Horn
Servo Arm
PushrodClevis Retaining Sleeve
Rudder Control
Horn Servo Arm
PushrodClevis
Aircraft Assembly
Assembly Video
Assembly Video
1. Lay the fuselage upside down on a flat surface.
2. Insert a screwdriver through the hole on the underside of
the cowl to loosen the set screw (A) in the nose gear steering arm.
3. Remove the alignment pin (B) from the nose gear steering arm hole and insert
the nose gear (C) (flat spot facing forward) fully in the mount (D).
NOTE: The alignment pin is for transport and not required after the nose gear has
been installed.
4. Fully tighten the set screw onto the flat spot of the strut.
5. Push together the main landing gear struts (E) together and insert the upper
section into the slot in the fuselage as shown.
Tail Installation
We recommend watching the “Tail Installation”
chapter/section of the assembly video by
scanning this QR code or using this URL:
www.horizonhobby.cc/ApprenticeSTSassembly.
We recommend reading each section of this manual
before proceeding with assembly per the steps outlined.
We also recommend watching the entire assembly
video by scanning this QR code or using this URL:
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1. Insert the 2 pins (A) of the vertical stabilizer (B) through the holes of the
horizontal stabilizer (C), press together firmly.
2. Install the tail assembly on the fuselage under the linkages as shown.
3. Carefully align the 2 pins of the tail assembly with the fuselage holes and press
fit the assembly into place.
4. From the bottom of the fuselage, use two 2.5 x 15mm self tapping screws
(D) to secure the tail assembly to the fuselage. Pay close attention to where
the plastic base of the vertical stabilizer meets the horizontal stabilizer while
tightening the screws. Only tighten as far as to seat the tail surfaces firmly.
IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten the screws. Overtightening may cause damage to
the screws and attachment points.
5. Connect the respective clevises in the outermost holes in the rudder and
elevator control horns.
Landing Gear Installation
We recommend watching the “Landing Gear
Installation” chapter/section of the assembly
video by scanning this QR code or using this URL:
www.horizonhobby.cc/ApprenticeSTSassembly.
A
B
C
2.5 x 15mm (2)
Self Tapping Screw
Assembly Video
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