Value Hobby EliteModels Proglide User manual

2-Meter Proglide
Powered Glider ARF
Specifications
Wingspan: 78.7in (2000mm)
Length: 39in (1000mm)
Weight (kit): 750g

Dear Customer,
Congratulations on your purchase of Kit from Value Hobby. We thank you for your generous support, and hope you enjoy your
new airplane.
At Value Hobby, we hope to offer competitive prices, good performance, and products that you can setup and use with ease.
That’s why we extensively researched and tested this airplane, and suggested all the products necessary for you to setup
properly. We understand that you have many choices when purchasing, and we are grateful you choose to buy from us.
As vendors, one of the most gratifying things for us is to hear from our customers. We would welcome any suggestion to help
us improve. Please make us aware of any errors and imperfections in the airplane or the instructions, or about the setup that
we suggested. We hope you’ll find our setup suggestions to be helpful, and enjoy flying your new airplane. Please feel free to
contact us at (630) 948‐0947 or email us at [e-mail]
Disclaimer
By purchasing and/or building this model, user assumes ALL liability and risk involved with this product. This model should be
built and flown by an experienced pilot and only flown at AMA sanctioned sites.
Value Hobby guarantees this model to be free of defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase. This warranty
does not cover any parts damaged by use or modifications. In no way shall Value Hobby’s liability exceed the original cost of the
purchased model. Further, Value Hobby reserves the right to modify this warranty without notice. Value Hobby has no control
over the final stages of assembly or the material used for the final assembly. No liability shall be assumed nor materials used for
the final user‐assembled product. By the act of using the final product the user accepts all resulting liability. Value Hobby, as a
R/C product vendor, provides a top-quality airplane and instructions to complete the model. The quality and flight
characteristics of the finished model depend greatly on how it is built; we cannot guarantee the performance for the completed
model and representations are expressed or implied as to the performance of the completed model. If the buyer is not
prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this product, the buyer is advised to return this kit immediately, in
new and unused condition.
Safety in Assembly
During assembly of this airplane, you will be asked to use sharp knives and hobby adhesives. Please follow all safety procedures
recommended by the manufacturers of the products you use, and always follow these important guidelines: ALWAYS protect
your eyes when working with adhesives, knives, or tools, especially power tools. Safety glasses are the best way to protect your
eyes. ALWAYS protect your body, especially your hands and fingers when using adhesives, knives, or tools, especially power
tools. Do not cut toward exposed skin with hobby knives. Do not place hobby knives on tables or benches where they can roll
off or be knocked off. ALWAYS have a first‐aid kit handy when working with adhesives, knives, or tools, especially power tools.
ALWAYS keep hobby equipment and supplies out of the reach of children.
Safety in Flying
This is NOT a toy! It is a very high‐performance RC airplane capable of high speeds and extreme maneuvers. It should only be
operated by a competent pilot in a safe area with proper supervision. ONLY fly your airplane in a safe, open area, away from
spectators and vehicles–and where it is legal to fly. NEVER fly over an unsafe area, such as a road or street. Never fly too close
to yourself or spectators.
Never run your motor inside a house or building with the propeller attached –Remove the prop for safety.
Required Items
Foam Safe Glue
Hobby Knife
Small Phillips Screwdriver
Set Metric Allen Wrenches
Scissors
Small Pliers
Wire Cutters

Before Starting Assembly
Unpack your airplane and examine the components. Check for damage of any kind. If you see any damage, please
contact Value Hobby immediately.
Airframe Parts
1. Fuselage
2. Right wing
3. Left wing
4. Vertical fin
5. Elevator
6. Cowling
7. Hatch
8. Velcro strip

9. Wing Joiner Strip
10. Wing dowel (2 pieces)
11. Rubber Band (2 pieces)
12. Vertical Fin Plate
13. Servo Plate (2 pieces)
14. Control Horn (2 pieces)
15. Vertical Fin Screw (2 pieces)
16. Servo Connector (2 pieces)
17. Z-Bend Wire (2 pieces)
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
Product
SKU
Quantity
Microzone MC6C 2.4GHz 6CH Transmitter
VHB-AC-5941
1
Value Hobby 9 x 5 Electric Folding Prop
HYE-MP-2843
1
GForce 30A Brushless ESC
VHB-SC-4496
1
GForce 30C 800mAh 3S 11.1V LiPO (T-Connector)
RFI-LP-708
1
Power HD 1501MG Metal Gear Standard Servo
PHD-SV-0370
2
GForce E400 Brushless Outrunner Motor (2212-
1000KV)
VHB-MT-5335
1

1
Locate the following parts:
2 x Z-Bend Wire
1 x Vertical Fin Plate
2 x Servo Plate
2 x Control Horn
2 x Vertical Fin Screw
2 x Servo Connector
2 x Servo, at least 50oz of torque (Not included)
Insert the vertical fin into the pre-cut hole of the
elevator.
Put the vertical fin plate on the vertical fin and draw
a line along the edge.
Align a ruler to the line and cut off the covering with a
knife along the ruler.

2
Apply the CA glue to the opening.
Secure the vertical fin plate onto the elevator
Then secure the vertical fin onto the elevator with
the screw.
Apply the CA glue to the opening of the fuselage.
Then secure the tail onto the fuselage.
Note: As shown, when finishing the installation. A=A1,
B=B1, C=C1

3
Insert the Z-bend wire into the pre-cut hole of the
fuselage.
Secure the Z-bend wire into the control horn. Then
secure the control horn on the pre-cut slot of the
vertical fin with CA glue.
Put the servo plate into the fuselage. You will
need to space them to allow you to secure your
servos.
Install the servo connector on servo arm.
Install the servo into the fuselage.
Insert the Z-bend wire into the pre-cut hole of the
fuselage. Install the Z-bend wire on the control horn.
Then Install the control horn into the pre-cut slot of
the elevator.

4
Cut off the excess part of the control horn with a knife.
Then secure the control horn on the pre-cut slot of
the elevator with the CA glue.
Secure the servo onto the servo plates.
Cut off the unnecessary part of the Z-bend wire.
Locate the following parts:
1 x Cabin cover
1 x Velcro strip
1 x 2212 motor (Not included)
1 x 30A ESC (Not included)
1 x Battery (Not included)
1 x 1047 prop (Not included)
We recommend folding props for best results.
Secure your motor on the fuselage. You might need to
add plywood blocks to make the motor mount higher
if your motor is too short to clear the cowling.

5
Secure the cowling onto the fuselage with CA glue.
Install your prop in the motor.
Connect the ESC to your motor. Secure the ESC onto
the fuselage with a velcro strip.
Locate the following parts:
1 x Wing joiner strip
2 x Rubber band
2 x Wing dowel
Apply the epoxy to the wing joiner strip and the joint
areas of the wing (Side A, B and C).

6
After applying the glue, put the joined wing on a flat
surface. Wait for the glue has cured.
Secure the wing dowel into the pre-cut hole on the
fuselage with CA glue.
Secure the wing on the fuselage with the rubber band.
The CG should be 60mm (2.3-2.4in) from the leading
edge of the wing.