PARKZONE Focke-Wulf 190 RTF User manual

Focke-Wulf 190 RTF
Instruction Manual
Charge-and-Fly™ Park Flyer
Wingspan: 39.5 in (1000mm)
Length: 33.5 in (850mm)
Weight with Battery: 26 oz (730 g)
Motor: 480 Power with gear box
Speed Control: FET proportional ESC/receiver
FM Radio: 3 proportional channels
Battery: 9-cell 10.8V 1000mAh Ni-MH
Charger: Variable rate DC peak detect (1.8A)

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Congratulations on your purchase of the ParkZone®
Focke-Wulf 190. The famous Focke-Wulf 190 was gener-
ally regarded as Germany’s best fighter of World War
II. The FW-190 helped the Germans in their intended
conquest of Europe, and brought fear and trepidation
to many of the Allied fighter pilots. With the beautifully
detailed ParkZone FW-190, you can envision yourself
fighting in the skies of Western Europe against the Allied
forces and their collection of Mustangs and Spitfires.
Your ParkZone FW-190 RTF purchase includes every-
thing needed to get you in the air—all in one box! You
will only need to attach the wing and horizontal tail, and
charge the battery pack, prior to taking to the air for
your first flight. Everyone at ParkZone is committed to
giving you the most enjoyable flight experience you can
have. In order to have a safe and successful flight, we
ask that you do not fly until you have read these instruc-
tions thoroughly.
The ParkZone FW-190 comes with a fully proportional
3-channel FM radio system, with full control of throttle,
ailerons, and elevator. If you are not experienced at fly-
Focke-Wulf 190 Instruction Manual
ing one of HobbyZone’s 3-channel aircraft, or any other
3-channel radio controlled aircraft, we recommend that
you do not fly this aircraft. If you still choose to fly, you
will need to seek the help of an experienced radio con-
trol pilot during your beginning flights. This is especially
important if you have not flown a 3-channel airplane
with aileron control as one of the channels. Crash dam-
age is not covered under the warranty!
Your ParkZone FW-190 is equipped with the exclusive
Mode Change Flight Control™ system. The computer
onboard the airplane is programmed with two flight
modes, giving you the opportunity to select the mode
that’s most comfortable for you. Mode A limits the
travel of the ailerons and elevator to allow a less-expe-
rienced pilot to have an easier time transitioning to fly-
ing with pitch control. It also allows experienced flyers
to have a smooth and relaxing flight. Mode B allows for
full control at all times. This mode, where the control
surfaces move at a more extreme throw than when
they are in mode A, is for those who are experienced
and looking for maximum performance.
Step 1
Setting Up the Transmitter
1. Insert 8 new “AA” batteries (supplied) into the
transmitter, observing proper polarity.
2. Turn the switch on and check to make sure the
LED is illuminated, which indicates that the bat-
teries have been installed correctly. Once this is
confirmed, turn the radio off.
3. You’ll need to replace the transmitter “AA” bat-
teries whenever you hear the low-battery alarm
(beeping sound) being emitted from the transmit-
ter. To elongate the life of your “AA” batteries,
remove them from your transmitter when you are
not using it.

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Charging the Aircraft Battery
The ParkZone® variable rate DC Peak charger
uses unique peak detection circuitry that ensures
an accurate charge every time and protects your
Ni-Cd and Ni-MH batteries from the dangers of
over-charging. This charger continually monitors
the battery’s charge curve and automatically stops
charging when the peak charge is detected. The
peak detection charger will help avoid damage to
your Ni-Cd and Ni-MH cells.
Important: The battery should be charged shortly
before flying. If you charge the battery 12 to 24
hours prior to flying, you will need to “re-peak” the
battery before you fly.
WARNING! You cannot charge the optional Li-Po
battery packs with the ParkZone variable rate DC
Peak charger included with this kit. You must use a
Li-Po specific battery charger. Failure to follow this
warning could result in a fire.
WARNING! Do not leave the charger or battery
unattended during the charge process. While charg-
ing, place the battery on a heat resistant surface
and constantly monitor the temperature of the bat-
tery pack. If the battery becomes hot at any time
during the charge process, discontinue charging
immediately. It should only be warm to the touch,
and should not feel warm until it is almost done
charging. Do not allow children to charge battery
packs without adult supervision.
Step 2
Using Your Variable Rate DC Peak Charger
1. Using the dial on the side of the charger, set the
charge rate at 1.4 amps.
2. Connect the battery pack to the charger using
the included adapter.
3. Connect the charger to the 12V power outlet in
your automobile. The LED will continually blink
while the battery charges.
4. Charging is finished when the LED indicator
glows steadily. (40 minutes or less)
Note: The charge time is only an estimate of a fully
discharged battery pack. Actual charge times may
vary. Damage to the charger and battery will occur
if you exceed the maximum charge rate recom-
mended.
Variable Rate DC Peak
Detection Charger Features
• Variable charge rate from 0.5–1.8 amps
• Uses automobile 12V power outlet
• Charges 5- to 10-cell Ni-Cd and Ni-MH battery packs
• Trickle charge
• LED charge indicator

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Attaching the Wing
In order to attach the wing of your Focke-Wulf 190,
please follow these simple instructions:
1. Locate the included wing screws (in clear plastic
bag).
2. Plug in the aileron servo lead from the wing into
the aileron extension. This is very important, as
the ailerons will be reversed if this is not done.
3. Carefully attach the wing to the fuselage. Use 3
screws to secure the wing as shown.
Attaching the Horizontal Stabilizer
1. Locate the horizontal stab of the tail.
2. Slide the horizontal tail stab through the allotted
space in the fuselage, making sure the control
horn attached to the horizontal tail stab will prop-
erly align with pushrod and clevis exiting the back
of the fuselage.
3. When you are certain the tail is centered correct-
ly, use the provided clear tape to properly secure
the tail to the fuselage, as shown. Use the tape
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on the top and bottom of each side of the tail
(total of 4 applications).
4. Make sure that the throttle slider is all the way
down, in the “off” position. Turn on the transmit-
ter and plug in the flight battery. Make sure the
trim levers and control stick are centered.
5. Locate where the clevis and rod exit the fuse-
lage, and attach the clevis to control surface as
shown.
6. Make necessary trim adjustments prior to flight.
See step 5 for instructions on how to do this.
tape
Center of Gravity Information
The center of gravity (CG) of the ParkZone FW 190 is approximately 5 3/4” forward from the trailing edge of the
wing. You will notice two panel lines at this location and the CG is between those lines. This is for both the stock
9 cell Ni-MH and also a 3S LiPO pack.
You can confirm this by placing your fingers between these panel lines and balancing the plane while it is inverted.

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Making Trim Adjustments
to the Horizontal Stabilizer
1. Turn on transmitter.
2. Install a fully charged battery into the battery com-
partment and secure it with the included Velcro.
3. Set the elevator trim lever to center.
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few “clicks” up or down as needed.
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Motor Test
Warning: Keep everything clear of the propeller
before starting the motor test so you do not dam-
age any property or harm anyone.
1. Make sure the throttle slider is in the “off” posi-
tion.
2. Turn on the transmitter.
3. Plug the flight battery into the white lead inside
the fuselage.
4. Make certain the elevator is set to neutral with
the horizontal stabilizer. Do this by removing the
clevis from the control horn and turning it on
the pushrod as needed. Once the adjustment is
made, reattach the clevis.
5. If you feel more adjustments are necessary while
in flight, move the trim lever on the transmitter a

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Control Test
Warning: Keep everything clear of the propeller
before starting the control test in the event that you
accidentally turn on the motor.
1. Be certain that the throttle slider is in the “off”
position and that both trim levers are centered.
2. Switch on the transmitter and check to make sure
the LED is lit, indicating the transmitter has power.
3. Install the flight battery into the fuselage and plug
it into the battery connector.
4. Move the stick from side to side. The ailerons on
the trailing edge of the wings should move per
your transmitter input. When the stick is pushed to
the right, the right aileron should deflect upward
and the left aileron downward, and vice versa.
5. Pull the stick back and the elevator control sur-
face should move upward (as shown).
6. Move the stick full forward. When this is done, the
elevator control surface should move down (as
shown).
7. When the test is complete, be sure to disconnect
the flight battery first, and then turn off the trans-
mitter. This should be done each time you turn off
the airplane.
Note: It is very important to make sure that the
control surfaces are at 0 degrees when the transmit-
ter control stick and trim levers are centered. (See
Steps 5 and 8 for making needed adjustments to
control surfaces.)
If your airplane is not responding correctly to the
transmitter input, do not fly! Some correction is
needed. Call the Horizon Product Support line
at 1-877-504-0233.
Step 7
Making Adjustments to the Ailerons
Warning: Keep everything clear of the propeller
before adjusting the ailerons in the event that you
accidentally turn on the motor.
You may find some adjustment is needed to prop-
erly trim the ailerons. The ailerons are properly
trimmed when each aileron is level with the station-
ary wing surface. To do this, follow these simple
instructions:
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1. Make sure the throttle slider is in the “off” posi-
tion and then turn on the transmitter.
2. Install the flight battery and plug it into the lead
from the fuselage.
3. Most trim adjustments to the ailerons can be
made with the aileron trim levers on the trans-
mitter. Make sure the gimbal (stick) is at neutral
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4. If trimming the ailerons with the trim levers is not
sufficient, and the ailerons need to be trimmed
mechanically, you’ll need to do the following:
a. With the radio system on, return the trim
levers and gimbal to their neutral positions.
b. Locate the small thumbscrew on each aileron
(bottom of the control surface).
c. Loosen the thumbscrew until the pushrod is
free from the control horn and move the aile-
ron control surface to the neutral position.
d. Hold the aileron at neutral with one hand while
retightening the thumbscrew on the control
horn so that the control surface will then be
held at neutral when the trim levers and gim-
bal are in the neutral position.
Step 8
If you have any questions about making these
adjustments, please contact Horizon Product
Support at 1-877-504-0233.
Choosing a Flying Field
• A large, open grassy field is required to fly your
ParkZone® Focke-Wulf 190. Your FW-190 can
achieve speeds greater than 40 mph, so it cov-
ers ground fast. The larger the field you choose,
the better off you will be!
• It is essential to have a minimum of 300 feet of
clear space in all directions from the pilot. If you
ignore this direction, you will regret it.
• Make certain that you do not fly near trees, build-
ings, or other areas that can restrict your view or
interfere with your flying. NEVER fly near streets,
parking lots, or people.
Optimal Flying Conditions
You want to fly! However, you need to make sure
that you fly in the conditions that will allow you to
have the best success. This is when there is little
to no wind (less than 8 mph or nearly 13 km/h).
To check wind conditions:
1. Tie the included red ribbon to the transmitter
antenna.
2. Hold the transmitter antenna so it is parallel to
the ground and note how much the ribbon moves
in the wind. If the ribbon hangs down, conditions
are perfect to fly. There is some variance in the
amount of wind that you can fly in, but if the
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angle between the antenna and the ribbon, when
the antenna is parallel to the ground, is less than
20 degrees, it is too windy to fly.
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Range Test
You will need two people to perform the range test—
one to hold the plane and the other to give the transmit-
ter input.
Warning: The person holding the plane should hold
it in such a way that the propeller does not come
into contact with any part of their clothing or body.
1. One person should hold the transmitter, while the
other person walks 100 paces away from the
transmitter, with the airplane in hand.
2. Be sure the throttle slider is in the “off” position.
3. Extend the transmitter antenna completely and
turn the transmitter on.
4. Slide the battery into the fuselage, attach it to the
lead from the fuselage and close the canopy.
Step 11
Mode Change Flight Control System
Your FW-190 comes with the ability to change flight
modes as you gain more experience and become more
familiar with it. There are two modes, selectable from
the transmitter, from which you can choose:
Mode A (Low Rate) - Mode A is recommended for all
first flights. The travel of both ailerons, as well as the
elevator, will be limited in this mode, allowing you to
become more familiar with your plane. The switch on top
of the transmitter will be back when you are in this mode.
First Flights
The ParkZone® 3-channel control system is
designed for the experienced radio control pilot
and is not intended for the first-time flyer. If you
have successfully flown 3-channel HobbyZone® air-
planes, then you should be ready for the ParkZone
FW-190. However, first-time pilots of the ParkZone
FW-190 should seek the assistance of an experi-
enced RC flyer until the additional third channel,
pitch control, has been competently mastered. If
you do not have experience with controlling the aile-
rons, it will be very helpful to have an experienced
pilot with you when you first start to fly. Crash dam-
age is not covered under the warranty.
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Important: Initial flights should always be done
with the airplane in Low Rate (Mode A). In this
mode, there is some limitation to the travel of the
control surfaces, helping to prevent you from over-
control. After you have had several safe flights in
Mode A, you can move on to Mode B, which will no
longer limit the travel of the control surfaces.
Note: It is possible to change flight modes while
the plane is in flight. However, it is important that
you have enough altitude while in flight prior to
attempting to change the flight mode.
Mode B (High Rate) - Mode B no longer limits your
control surface travel, allowing more aggressive fly-
ing and aerobatics. However, your FW-190 will also
be more prone to crashes due to over-control if you
are not careful. The switch on the transmitter will be
toward the pilot when in this mode.
5. Advance the throttle. When the throttle slider is
advanced, the propeller should spin quickly.
6. As the first person moves the transmitter con-
trols, the other person watches to be sure
the airplane’s motor and tail controls operate
smoothly. Make sure you check all parts of the
controls—throttle, as well as moving the gimbal
up and down, and side to side.
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The default positions of the jumpers on your Focke-Wulf 190 receiver are shown below in bold italics.
*Flight-Trak gives some up elevator when directional input is given.
Receiver/ESC
Your ParkZone® FW-190 comes with a specially
designed receiver/ESC unit that allows you great flex-
ibility for its use. There are three jumpers that are
located in the receiver that can be changed (added/
removed) that allow you to make changes, if you
choose, from the stock configuration that comes in
your aircraft. You can also reuse the included radio
system in another ParkZone or other similar electric
aircraft due to the adaptability of the receiver/ESC
included.
Jumper 1 (Mix of Elevator and Aileron)
You can add the jumper to utilize the software that
will allow a slight mix of elevator and ailerons. In
this mode, when aileron input is given, a slight
amount of up elevator is added. By doing this, the
nose of the airplane will be more likely to stay up
when aileron input is given. This setup is not recom-
mended for the FW-190.
Jumper 2 (V-Tail/Standard Tail)
Your FW-190 comes with the plane set for conven-
tional aileron control. If you remove the included
jumper, you can change the radio system to func-
tion for “V” tail (elevon) control in the event you
want to transfer the equipment to other planes,
such as the ParkZone F-27B Stryker™ or Slo-V™.
Jumper 3 (Auto Cutoff)
Your FW-190 comes with the ability to change the
cutoff voltage of the radio system. When the jump-
er is present the auto-cut is set at about 5.7 volts,
which works with 6- to 9-cell Ni-MH battery packs.
When the jumper is absent, the auto cut is set at
about 8.8 volts, which will function correctly with a
3S Li-Po Battery.
Note: Your ParkZone FW-190 is designed to sup-
port a 3S Li-Po battery. We recommend the Thunder
Power 2100mAh pack (THP21003SPL). You will
need to supply your own connectors. The battery
should be able to safely deliver 13 amps of current.
JUMPER PRESENT JUMPER ABSENT
Jumper 1 Flight-Trak™ On* Flight-Trak Off
Jumper 2 Conventional Control “V” tail/Elevon control
Jumper 3 6–9 cell Ni-MH 3S Li-Po
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Hand Launching the FW-190
Your ParkZone® FW-190 will need to be hand
launched. To do this, follow these instructions:
1. Make certain that the aircraft battery is fully
charged. If it has been longer than 12 hours since
you fully charged your Ni-MH battery, you’ll want to
peak it again with your variable rate DC peak char-
ger. See Step 2 for battery charging. If you’re using
a Li-Po battery, please follow the charging direc-
tions for your Li-Po compatible charger.
2. Turn on the transmitter, making certain you are in
Mode A (Low Rate).
3. Insert the battery into the fuselage and plug the
battery lead into the lead coming from the fuselage.
Secure the battery with the Velcro straps
4. While holding the transmitter in one hand, push
throttle slider to full on (up) with thumb.
5. Take a couple of steps and FIRMLY launch directly
into the wind while keeping the wings level. Do not
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throw it up or down. Point it level (parallel) with
the ground when releasing.
6. Keep steering into the wind and hold at full throttle
in a slight climb until you have reached an altitude
of at least 50 to 70 feet (15 to 21 meters).
7. When you have reached this altitude, it is safe to
steer in the desired direction, as well as adjust the
throttle input, to help control altitude and speed.
Helpful Hints for Flight:
1. After launching, your FW-190 will climb at full
throttle. Keep the throttle full on until you have
reached an altitude of at least 50 feet (15
meters). At the same time, make sure that you
continue to keep the airplane flying directly into
the wind.
2. Make right and left adjustments, as necessary, to
keep the plane headed directly into the wind. After
you have reached approximately 100 feet (30
meters) of altitude, you can begin to make direc-
tional changes that you desire.
3. Remember—control range is 2,500 feet (762
meters). Do not allow the plane to get too far
away from you. When the plane is farther away it
is harder to see, and the higher you fly, the more
the airplane will be affected by wind.
4. Always keep the plane upwind from you. This way,
it will not be carried away from you by the wind.
5. Flying in winds that are too strong is by far the
number one reason for those who are less experi-
enced to crash or have fly-aways.
6. Avoid holding the stick full right or left for more
than two seconds, as this will cause the plane to
enter a spiral dive that could cause you to crash
your plane.
7. Do not try to climb too fast by pulling all the way
back on the stick (up elevator), or your plane
may stall. Instead, climb by giving small amounts
of elevator.
8. Damage/bends to the wings or tail can greatly
affect flight control. Replace damaged parts
immediately.
9. Once you have become more experienced and
familiar with the FW-190, you can switch from
Mode A to Mode B. Mode B no longer limits the
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Throttle Adjustment:
1. Climb to a minimum altitude of 50 to 70 feet
(15 to 21 meters) at full throttle.
2. To achieve and maintain a level “cruising” alti-
tude, reduce the power by moving the throttle
slider down to approximately 70% of full on. The
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throttle slider is proportional, so you can add or
reduce throttle in small increments, as needed,
to maintain the altitude that you desire.
3. To reduce altitude, reduce the throttle, and to
increase altitude, increase the throttle.
Using Elevator:
Your ParkZone® FW-190 is equipped with a third
channel for elevator (pitch control). Pulling back on
the stick provides up elevator. Pulling too far back
on the elevator to climb too quickly will cause the
airplane to enter a stall (make the nose of the plane
come down). To avoid crashing from a stall, always
maintain enough altitude to recover. Just after a
stall has occurred, the nose of the airplane will
fall and the plane will look like it is diving. To pull
out of a stall, simply pull back slowly on the stick
(partial up elevator) once your FW-190 has built up
airspeed as it decreases in altitude. Remember,
pulling back too quickly or for too long will once
again cause the airplane to enter a stall. Effectively
avoiding and recovering from stalls requires experi-
ence. Always seek the help of an experienced radio
control pilot if you are not familiar with pitch con-
trol. Failure to do this could result in a crash and
significant damage to your airplane.
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Landing Your FW-190
When you begin to notice that your FW-190 no
longer climbs well under full power (normally after
approximately 10–12 minutes), the battery is get-
ting low and it is time to land. Bring your aircraft
directly into the wind and toward the desired
landing spot. Gradually reduce throttle (and give
a small amount of down elevator if you choose)
to reach an altitude of approximately 10 feet (3
meters). At this point, reduce the throttle even
more until it is eventually at no throttle and your
FW-190 should glide in softly for a landing. To
avoid damage to your aircraft, land on a smooth
soft surface, such as grass.
Expert Tip: As you get better and more experi-
enced at flying, try adding a bit of “up” elevator
just prior to landing to “flare” the plane.
With some practice, your landings should become
smooth and on target.
WARNING: Do not attempt to catch the airplane or
injury may occur. Remember, there is a spinning pro-
peller on the front of the plane that can cause injury!
Also, remember to cut power to the motor right
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Aerobatic Flight
Your FW-190 comes out of the box with the con-
trols set for softer responses and with the clevis
attached to the outer holes of control horns on the
control surfaces. However, once you get used to
the flight characteristics and want to perform more
aerobatic maneuvers, you can change the amount
of throw that is permitted by moving the clevises to
the inner holes of the control horns and switching
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to Mode B. After making any adjustments, always
turn on the transmitter and center the transmitter
trim levers, making sure the control surfaces are
adjusted evenly. If they are not even, refer to Steps
5 and 8 for trimming the control surfaces.
Note: By making these changes, the controls will
be much more responsive. This makes the airplane
much less forgiving and easier to stall. Remember,
crash damage is not covered under the warranty.
Repairing Minor Damage
If you happen to crash, and part of the tail or wing
breaks, you can repair the damage by using pack-
ing tape to cover the missing pieces. However, if
the damage is severe, or if the wings and/or tail
are bent, replace the damaged parts prior to flying
again. See the last few pages of the manual for a
complete list of replacement parts for your FW-190.
1. Read and follow this manual completely, observing
all instructions and safety directions. Otherwise,
serious injury and damage can occur. Think about
your safety, and the safety of others, first.
2. Keep the propeller away from body parts and
clothing, even when it isn’t spinning, as it could be
turned on by accident. Beware of hair becoming
entangled in the propeller, especially while launch-
ing your plane.
3. Do not fly when it’s too windy or you may lose
control and crash, causing injury or damage.
Never fly near people, vehicles, train tracks, build-
ings, power lines, water, hard surfaces or trees.
Never allow anyone to attempt to catch the air-
plane while it’s in flight or serious injury may result.
4. Adult supervision for flying and battery charging is
recommended for pilots age 14 and younger.
5. Only use a battery charger that is Ni-MH compat-
ible to charge the flight battery. Never leave the
charger unattended while charging. This will help
prevent overcharging and make sure damage
does not occur to the battery, charger or any
other property. While charging, place the battery
on a heat resistant surface. Do not lay it on car-
pet or upholstery while charging. If you are using
a Li-Po battery to fly your FW-190, you will need
to use a Li-Po compatible charger for that battery
pack.
6. Never cut into the battery, charger, or airplane
wires or serious injury may occur. Causing the
battery to “short out” (crossing negative and posi-
tive bare wires) can cause fire, serious injury and
damage.
7. Hold the plane securely when the flight battery is
plugged in, and keep all body parts away from
the propeller. When you finish flying your airplane,
always unplug the battery before you turn off the
transmitter.
8. Never fly on the same frequency as another RC
vehicle in your area. The frequency of the airplane
is shown on stickers on the back of the transmit-
ter and on the airplane.
9. If you decide to power your FW-190 with a
Li-Po battery, follow the instructions and warnings
included with the battery and charger. ALWAYS
unplug and remove your battery after flying.
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1. Don’t fly in winds over 10 mph! If you are a less
experienced pilot, this is especially important.
2. A pilot who has never flown a 3-channel plane
with pitch control should get help from an expe-
rienced radio control pilot during first flights.
Pilots who have not flown a 3-channel plane at all
should not fly unless an experienced RC pilot is
present to guide them.
3. Choose your flying field carefully—grass and soft
ground with a 600-foot (183-meter) diameter of
open space is optimal for flying and will lengthen
the life of your airplane. Make sure there are no
obstacles that will get in your way when flying,
such as trees or buildings. Make sure you do
not fly where there are pedestrians who could be
hurt by the airplane.
4. Remember that holding the stick full over for too
long can cause the airplane to spiral dive and
crash. At the very first sign of the plane begin-
ning to spiral down, immediately release the stick
Success Tips
and give the opposite turn control to the spiral,
then pull back on the elevator gently to level
flight and level the wings.
5. Don’t attempt to fly or do maneuvers beyond
your flying abilities. Seek the assistance of an
experienced pilot when trying new maneuvers
that are more extreme and involve fast flight.
6. If you’re gliding with the motor off, allow your
plane more area for turns.
7. Position yourself at your flying field so that you
keep the sun at your back and out of your eyes.
Wear sunglasses on bright days.
8. Keep the aircraft upwind, especially on windier
days, to prevent it from “flying away.” The wind is
normally stronger at higher altitudes than it is on
the ground.
9. Keep your plane in front of you so you don’t have
to turn in circles as you fly. Try to avoid flying
directly overhead.
Troubleshooting
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
1. Transmitter “AA” batteries are depleted
or installed incorrectly, indicated by a
dim or unlit LED on transmitter or the
low battery alarm.
2. No electrical connection.
3. Flight battery not charged.
4. Crash has damaged the radio inside.
1. Aileron or aileron trim is not adjusted
correctly.
2. Damage to fixed rudder (vertical stab).
1. Wing or tail is damaged.
1. Battery is not fully charged.
2. Elevator trim may be incorrect.
1. Wind is too gusty or strong.
2. Elevator trim may have raised too
much.
Unit does not operate.
Aircraft keeps turning in
one direction
Aircraft is difficult to
control
Aircraft will not climb
Aircraft keeps pitching
up steeply
1. Check polarity installation or replace
with fresh “AA” batteries.
2. Push connectors together until they
“click.”
3. Charge battery fully.
4. Replace the fuselage or receiver.
1. Adjust aileron and/or aileron trim.
2. Make sure fixed rudder (vertical stab) is
at 90 degrees from elevator.
1. Replace damaged part.
1. Charge battery fully shortly before flying.
2. Adjust elevator trim.
1. Postpone flying until the wind calms
down.
2. Trim elevator down with the transmitter
trim or threaded linkage.

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Limited Warranty Period
Horizon Hobby, Inc. guarantees this product to be
free from defects in both material and workman-
ship at the date of purchase.
Limited Warranty & Limits of Liability
Pursuant to this Limited Warranty, Horizon Hobby,
Inc. will, at its option, (i) repair or (ii) replace, any
product determined by Horizon Hobby, Inc. to be
defective. In the event of a defect, these are your
exclusive remedies.
This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage
or damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse,
abuse, negligence, commercial use, or modifica-
tion of, or to any part of the Product. This war-
ranty does not cover damage due to improper
installation, operation, maintenance, or attempted
repair by anyone other than an authorized Horizon
Hobby, Inc. service center. This warranty is limited
to the original purchaser and is not transferable.
In no case shall Horizon Hobby’s liability exceed
the original cost of the purchased product and will
not cover consequential, incidental or collateral
damage. Horizon Hobby, Inc. reserves the right to
inspect any and all equipment involved in a warran-
ty claim. Repair or replacement decisions are at
the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, Inc. Further,
Horizon Hobby reserves the right to change or
modify this warranty without notice.
This warranty covers only those products pur-
chased from an authorized Horizon Hobby dealer.
Third party transactions are not covered by this
warranty. Proof of purchase is required for war-
ranty claims.
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER
THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY
OF THE CONSUMER. HORIZON HOBBY, INC.
SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
As Horizon Hobby, Inc. has no control over use,
setup, final assembly, modification or misuse, no
liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any
resulting damage or injury. By the act of use, setup
or assembly, the user accepts all resulting liability.
If you as the purchaser or user are not prepared
to accept the liability associated with the use of
this product, you are advised to return this product
immediately in new and unused condition to the
place of purchase.
Safety Precautions
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. Failure
to operate this product in a safe and responsible
manner could result in injury or damage to the pro-
duct or other property. This product is not intended
for use by children without direct adult supervision.
The product 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 injury.
Warranty and Follow-Up Procedures

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Questions, Assistance, and Repairs
Your local hobby store and/or place of purchase
cannot provide warranty support or repair. Once
assembly, setup or use of the product has been
started, you must contact Horizon Hobby, Inc.
directly. This will enable Horizon to better answer
your questions and service you in the event that
you may need any assistance.
Questions or Assistance
For questions or assistance, please direct your
email to [e-mail], or
call 877.504.0233 toll free to speak to a service
technician.
Inspection or Repairs
If your product needs to be inspected or repaired,
please call for a Return Merchandise Authorization
(RMA). Pack the product securely using a ship-
ping carton. Please note that original boxes may
be included, but are not designed to withstand
the rigors of shipping without additional protec-
tion. Ship via a carrier that provides tracking and
insurance for lost or damaged parcels, as Horizon
Hobby, Inc. is not responsible for merchandise
until it arrives and is accepted at our facility.
Include your complete name, address, phone num-
ber where you can be reached during business
days, RMA number, and a brief summary of the
problem. Be sure your name, address, and RMA
number are clearly written on the shipping carton.
Warranty Inspection and Repairs
To receive warranty service, you must include your
original sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase
date. Providing warranty conditions have been
met, your product will be repaired or replaced free
of charge. Repair or replacement decisions are at
the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby.
Non-Warranty Repairs
Should your repair not be covered by warranty and
the expense exceeds 50% of the retail purchase
cost, you will be provided with an estimate advis-
ing you of your options. You will be billed for any
return freight for non-warranty repairs. Please
advise us of your preferred method of payment.
Horizon Hobby accepts money orders and cashiers
checks, as well as Visa, MasterCard, American
Express, and Discover cards. If you choose to pay
by credit card, please include your credit card num-
ber and expiration date. Any repair left unpaid or
unclaimed after 90 days will be considered aban-
doned and will be disposed of accordingly.
Electronics and engines requiring inspection or
repair should be shipped to the following address
(freight prepaid):
Horizon Service Center
4105 Fieldstone Road
Champaign, Illinois 61822
All other products requiring inspection or repair
should be shipped to the following address (freight
prepaid):
Horizon Product Support
4105 Fieldstone Road
Champaign, Illinois 61822 .

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Replacement Parts
Make sure that you keep your FW-190 in the air. Replacement parts are available at your local hobby shop or from
Horizon Hobby (www.horizonhobby.com). Please try your local retailer first. By supporting your local hobby shop,
they will be there when you need them!
ITEM # DESCRIPTION RETAIL
PKZ1600 Focke Wulf 190 RTF Electric $229.99
PKZ1602 Decal Sheet: FW-190 $4.99
PKZ1603 Painted Pilot: FW-190 $5.49
PKZ1607 Spinner: FW-190 $3.49
PKZ1608 Threaded Nose Weight (18g): FW-190 $.99
PKZ1612 Battery Hatch: FW-190 $1.99
PKZ1613 Clear Canopy: FW-190 $3.49
PKZ1614 Internal Structure: FW-190 $1.99
PKZ1615 Instruction Manual: FW-190 $0.99
PKZ1620 Painted Wing (No Servo): FW-190 $37.99
PKZ1622 Pushrod with Clevis: FW-190 $2.59
PKZ1624 Horizontal Stabilizer: FW-190 $12.99
PKZ1626 Painted Cowl: FW-190 $5.99
PKZ1628 Complete Gearbox: FW-190 $8.99
PKZ1661 Fuselage with Electronics: CH1: FW-190 $72.99
PKZ1662 Fuselage with Electronics: CH2: FW-190 $72.99
PKZ1663 Fuselage with Electronics: CH3: FW-190 $72.99
PKZ1664 Fuselage with Electronics: CH4: FW-190 $72.99
PKZ1665 Fuselage with Electronics: CH5: FW-190 $72.99
PKZ1666 Fuselage with Electronics: CH6: FW-190 $72.99
PKZ1667 Painted Bare Fuselage: FW-190 $29.99
PKZ1670 Replacement Air Frame: FW-190 $139.99
PKZ1005 Propeller: P-51D, FW-190 $3.49
PKZ1027 10.8V 1000mAh Ni-MH Battery: P-51D, 3D, FW-190 $32.99
PKZ1130 Mini Servo (5W) with Arms: ParkZone $9.99
PKZ1131 Gear Set with Accessories (5W Servo) $2.49
PKZ1132 Servo Arm Assortment (3W & 5W) $1.59
PKZ1241 Tx: CH1, 26.995: F27/B, SloV, DECN, P-51D, FW-190 $32.99
PKZ1242 Tx: CH2, 27.045: F27/B, SloV, DECN, P-51D, FW-190 $32.99
PKZ1243 Tx: CH3, 27.095: F27/B, SloV, DECN, P-51D, FW-190 $32.99
PKZ1244 Tx: CH4, 27.145: F27/B, SloV, DECN, P-51D, FW-190 $32.99
PKZ1245 Tx: CH5, 27.195: F27/B, SloV, DECN, P-51D, FW-190 $32.99
PKZ1246 Tx: CH6, 27.255: F27/B, SloV, DECN, P-51D, FW-190 $32.99
PKZ1504 Prop Shaft with Hardware: P-51D, FW-190 $2.49
PKZ1509 X-Port Extension $1.99
PKZ1519 5- to 10-Cell DC Peak Charger (1.8 amps) $29.99
PKZ1521 Control Horns (3) with Wing Skids: P-51, FW-190 $1.29
PKZ1529 Aileron Extension (Reversing) $1.99
PKZ1534 Motor with Pinion: P-51D, FW-190 $10.99
PKZ1535 Pinion (2): P-51D, FW-190 $1.99
PKZ1536 Motor Screws (2): P-51D, FW-190 (M2.5x6) $0.99
PKZ1551 Rx (SR-327LT): CH1, 26.995: P-51D, F27B, FW-190 $28.99
PKZ1552 Rx (SR-327LT): CH2, 27.045: P-51D, F27B, FW-190 $28.99
PKZ1553 Rx (SR-327LT): CH3, 27.095: P-51D, F27B, FW-190 $28.99
PKZ1554 Rx (SR-327LT): CH4, 27.145: P-51D, F27B, FW-190 $28.99
PKZ1555 Rx (SR-327LT): CH5, 27.195: P-51D, F27B, FW-190 $28.99
PKZ1556 Rx (SR-327LT): CH6, 27.255: P-51D, F27B, FW-190 $28.99
OPTIONAL PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
HBZ1081 Charger Pigtail $1.00
HBZ1083 Large Battery Connector: 900mAh $.79
THP21003SPL Thunder Power 2100mAh 3-Cell 11.1V Li-Po Battery $84.95
EFLC3005 Celectra 1-3 Cell Li-Po DC Charger $53.99
HBZ4020 Sonic Combat Module with X-Port Technology $23.99

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X-Port Accessories
Your Focke-Wulf 190 comes equipped with the ability
to add to the excitement of flying. X-Port™ technol-
ogy, exclusive to HobbyZone® and ParkZone® planes,
allows for such things as air-to-air combat, dropping
bombs, and even night flight for select aircraft. These
items (sold separately) instantly add fun and challenge
to your flights.
For the Focke-Wulf 190, we recommend you use the
Sonic Combat Module™ (HBZ4020). You can take on
other X-Port equipped aircraft by attaching this module
to your plane and shooting down your buddy’s airplane.
When you “hit” another airplane, a high-pitched sound
can be heard that signals you have hit that plane, leaving
the motor of the “hit” plane disabled for about 8 sec-
onds. The pilot will still maintain the ability to steer for a
safe landing or reposition their plane for a counterattack.
We do not recommend you use the Aerial Drop Module™
(HBZ6023) or Night Flight Module™ (HBZ3510) with your
Focke-Wulf 190. Please visit www.parkzone.com for
information about new X-Port modules.
Future RC Flight
We hope you enjoy flying your new Focke-Wulf 190,
and thank you for supporting ParkZone®. Please con-
tinue to watch ParkZone.com for the most up-to-date
information. This is the official website of the creators
and distributors of all ParkZone products. There are
many other planes available from ParkZone in a variety
of models, from scale civilian aircraft to warbirds to
planes that can be flown indoors and out, and we’re
always working on new and exciting products for you.
For more advanced electric products beyond ParkZone,
we recommend that you research the items devel-
oped and distributed under the E-flite™ brand. Visit
HorizonHobby.com for more information.
Sincerely,
The ParkZone Team

ParkZone® products are distributed exclusively by
Horizon Hobby, Inc.
4105 Fieldstone Road
Champaign, IL 61822
© 2006 Horizon Hobby, Inc.
www.parkzone.com
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