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Page 1: Specifications
Sobré 3D Profile Designed by: George Hicks & Assembly Manual Jon Leyland Specifications Wingspan: 33.25 in (845mm) Length: 34.5 in (875mm) Wing Area: 260 sq in (16.8 sq dm) Weight w/o Battery: 6.25–7.5 oz (175–215 g) Weight w/ Battery: 7.5–9.25 oz (215–260 g) -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Optional Variable Pitch Prop Installation ....... 23 section. In addition, check boxes have been placed next to each Landing Gear Installation ............. 24 step to keep track of each step completed. Steps with a single Installing the Side Force Generators ........26 circle () are performed once, while steps with two circles ( ) Control Throws ..............28 indicate that the step will require repeating, such as for a right or left wing panel, two servos, etc. Center of Gravity ..............28 Range Testing the Radio ............29 Remember to take your time and follow the directions. Preflight ................29 Flying the Sobré ..............30 2007 Official AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code ..31 E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual... -
Page 3: Contents Of Kit/Parts Layout
® 6-channel receiver and four of our E-flite S60 Super 6-gram Sub-Micro servos (EFLRS60). Complete Radio System SPM2460 DX6 DSM ® 6CH Park Flyer w/4-S75 Or Purchase Separately JSP30610 6 -Channel UltraLite Rx w/o Crystal, Positive Shift JR/AIR (72MHz) JSP30615 6 -Channel UltraLite Rx w/o Crystal, Negative Shift Fut/HRC (72MHz) JRPXFR** F M Receiver Crystal (JR only, not Spektrum receivers) SPM6000 AR6000 DSM 6CH Park Flyer Receiver SPM6100 AR6100 DSM2 6CH Rx (for DX7 only) EFLRS60 6 .0-Gram Super Sub-Micro Servo (4) (5th servo with optional Variable Pitch Propeller, S75 servo required) E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual... -
Page 4: Outrunner Setup
Drill EFLPVPP100 S howstopper Precision Variable Drill bit: -inch (1.5mm) Pitch Prop System Hobby knife Felt-tipped pen EFLM1210HS P ark 370 BL Outrunner, 1200Kv w/4mm Hollow Side cutters Shaft Pliers EFLA1010 10-Amp Pro Brushless ESC String THP7303SJPL 730mAh 3-Cell 11.1V Li-Po, JST Square Sandpaper EFLC3005 Celectra 1–3 Cell Li-Po Charger Adhesives Optional Accessories EFLA209 Foam Compatible CA, Medium EFLA207 Foam Compatible Activator EFLA110 Power Meter Low Temperature Hot Glue E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual... -
Page 5: Warning
(b) Limitations- HORIZON MAKES NO WARRANTY OR An RC aircraft is not a toy! If misused, it can cause serious bodily REPRESENTATION, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ABOUT NON- harm and damage to property. Fly only in open areas, preferably INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A at AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics) approved flying sites, PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF THE PRODUCT. THE PURCHASER following all instructions included with your radio. ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF Keep loose items that can get entangled in the propeller away from the prop, including loose clothing, or other objects such as THE PURCHASER’S INTENDED USE. pencils and screwdrivers. Especially keep your hands away from (c) Purchaser Remedy- Horizon's sole obligation hereunder the propeller. shall be that Horizon will, at its option, (i) repair or (ii) replace, any Product determined by Horizon to be defective. In the event Warranty Period of a defect, these are the Purchaser's exclusive remedies. Horizon reserves the right to inspect any and all equipment involved in a Horizon Hobby, Inc., (Horizon) warranties that the Products warranty claim. Repair or replacement decisions are at the sole purchased (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials discretion of Horizon. This warranty does not cover cosmetic and workmanship at the date of purchase by the Purchaser. damage or damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use, or modification of or to any part of the Product. This warranty does not cover damage due to improper installation, operation, maintenance, or attempted repair by anyone other than Horizon. Return of any goods by Purchaser must be approved in writing by Horizon before shipment. E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual... -
Page 6: Damage Limits
This is a sophisticated hobby Product and not a toy. It must be can be reached during business days, your RMA number, a list operated with caution and common sense and requires some of the included items, method of payment for any non-warranty basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in a safe expenses and a brief summary of the problem. Your original sales and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the receipt must also be included for warranty consideration. Be sure Product or other property. This Product is not intended for use your name, address, and RMA number are clearly written on the by children without direct adult supervision. The Product manual outside of the shipping carton. contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in Warranty Inspection and Repairs the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or injury. To receive warranty service, you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase date. Provided 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. E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual... -
Page 7: Non-Warranty Repairs
• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries. Champaign, Illinois 61822 • C arefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery All other Products requiring warranty inspection or repair should packs, etc.) that you use. be shipped to the following address: • K eep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of Horizon Product Support the reach of children. 4105 Fieldstone Road • M oisture causes damage to electronics. Avoid water exposure Champaign, Illinois 61822 to all equipment not specifically designed and protected for this purpose. Please call 8-0-033 with any questions or concerns regarding this product or warranty. E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual... -
Page 8: Airframe Assembly
Hint: Fold one of the ailerons up and onto the wing to make it a little narrower to install into the fuselage. Push the wing past center to move the aileron back into position, then center the wing. E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual... - Page 9 Lightly lift the area and apply CA underneath for a greater gluing area. Important: If you plan on using CA activator, make sure it is foam compatible. Many accelerators will destroy the foam used on this model. E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual...
- Page 10 5. Measure from the wing tip to the elevator tip on 6. Use foam-compatible CA to glue the stabilizer to each side of the airframe. The measurements will ONLY the horizontal fuselage. be the same when the stabilizer/elevator has been aligned with the wing. Use T-pins to hold the stabilizer in position for the next step. E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual...
- Page 11 7. Place the motor mount in position to aid in the 9. Complete gluing the vertical and horizontal alignment of the vertical and horizontal fuselage fuselage pieces together. Continue to use a square pieces. DO NOT glue the mount until instructed to to keep both pieces in alignment. do so. Position the horizontal and vertical fuselage pieces until the mount rests flush against both. 8. Apply foam-compatible CA to the joint between the vertical and horizontal fuselage pieces from the leading edge of the wing to the front of the fuselage. Use a square to make sure the two pieces are aligned. Apply CA to both the top and bottom of the vertical fuselage. E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual...
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Page 12: Installing The Bracing
Note: It is important that each carbon rod attaches to 2. Use a square to align the stabilizer with the fin. the next, and to the carbon blade spars on the edges Once the fin is perpendicular to the stabilizer, use of the foam. This is necessary to provide the stiffest Foam-compatible CA to glue the carbon rod to the airframe possible. stabilizer. Square each side before gluing the rod on that particular side. E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual... - Page 13 rods to the vertical fuselage ONLY. This will allow for is parallel to the wing. Lightly twist the fuselage as alignment of the fuselage in the next step. necessary for alignment. 5. Use side cutters to trim any excess carbon rods that extend beyond the top of the horizontal fuselage. With the rods resting tightly against the carbon spine Note: The length of the rods are: and each other, use foam-compatible CA to glue the XL = 5.9-inch (150mm) intersection of the rods to the carbon blade spars. = 4.3-inch (110mm) M = 3.9-inch (100mm) S = 3.75-inch (95mm) E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual...
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Page 14: Radio Installation
Micro control connector (4) installed on the wing and fuselage. The longer Control connector backplate (4) 12.7-inch (323mm) rod is positioned toward the Micro control horn (4) aileron, while the shorter 12-inch (305mm) rod is Control horn backplate (4) toward the leading edge. The rods are staggered and 2mm x 4mm screw (4) fit into notches in the fuselage. Make sure the rods Aileron pushrods, 4.5-inch (115mm) (2) are straight and are not flexing the wing. Use Foam- Rudder pushrod, 19.25-inch (490mm) compatible CA to glue the rods in position. The wing Elevator pushrod, 18.5-inch (470mm) should be flat and parallel to the horizontal stabilizer, Hook and loop material while also being perpendicular to the vertical Required Tools and Adhesives fuselage. Use side cutters to trim away any excess carbn rod. Foam-compatible CA, Medium Low-temperature hot glue Drill bit: -inch (1.5mm) Screwdriver, #0 Phillips 1. Install the micro control horn on the aileron using the control horn backplate. Use a couple drops of Foam-compatible CA to keep the backplate in position. E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual... - Page 15 3D flying. 5. Slide a micro control connector into the hole drilled 3. Install the rudder micro control horns at this time as in the previous step. Secure the connector using a well. Make sure the rudder horn extends opposite of control connector backplate from the opposite side of the elevator horn. the connector. Repeat for all four servo arms. Note: The connectors will face out away from the servo when installed. Remove any unused sides or portions of the servo arms. E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual...
- Page 16 Note: The servo arms face toward the tips of the wing and the output shaft of the servo is toward the leading edge of the wing. Note: Position the aileron servo arm parallel to the aileron hinge line. E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual...
- Page 17 Note: Use the hole in the control horn closest to the aileron for the greatest amount of throw. Moving the pushrod outward, away from the aileron, will result in gradually decreasing the control throws. E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual...
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Page 18: Motor And Battery Installation
Hook and loop material Required Tools and Adhesives Foam-compatible CA, Medium Drill bit: -inch (1.5mm) Cardstock Felt-tipped pen Note: The rudder and elevator pushrods attach to the Hobby knife inside hole of the control horns. Screwdriver, #0 Phillips Optional 11. Install the receiver using hook and loop material. Variable pitch prop The exact position of the receiver may change, Sub-micro servo (1) depending on how your aircraft balances. E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual... - Page 19 Hint: If the hole in your mount matches the diameter of the hole in the plywood mount, use a rolled-up piece of cardstock placed through the two holes to center the motor mount on the plywood mount. E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual...
- Page 20 5. Attach the motor to the plywood mount using 3. Reposition the shaft on the motor as shown to allow two #2 x 8mm wood screws or two #3 x 8mm the use of the propeller adapter. Make sure to secure wood screws. the shaft using instructions included with your motor. 4. Attach the mount to your particular motor. E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual...
- Page 21 Make sure your ESC brake is programmed to Off. Also, be sure to use an ESC with the proper 9V cutoff when using 3-cell Li-Po packs, or 6V cutoff when using 2-cell Li-Po packs. E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual...
- Page 22 Always check the motor without the Note: If it is necessary to enlarge the hole in the propeller to avoid injury. propeller, make sure to check the balance of the propeller afterwards. E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual...
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Page 23: Optional Variable Pitch Prop Installation
Note: If you are using a variable pitch propeller for your Sobré, you should prepare the motor as instructed in the instructions included with your propeller system. 3. Check that the linkage for your variable pitch prop unit can move freely without binding on the fuselage. Trim away any material necessary if any binding is noticed. E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual... -
Page 24: Landing Gear Installation
Required Tools and Adhesives Foam-compatible CA The landing gear is optional. If you plan on saving weight, or flying from very rough surfaces, it is suggested to skip this section. 1. Locate the landing gear strut, two wheel retainers and the wheel. Use Foam-compatible CA to install the wheel retainer onto the strut. The retainers will sandwich the wheel in position. 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the remaining strut. E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual... - Page 25 to the wheel retainers. Make sure the pants are Hint: You can just drop the disks into position and check positioned so they won’t drag on the ground during to make sure the strut extends beyond the disk instead of takeoff and landing before applying the CA. measuring it. 5. Check that the wheels are parallel or have slight toe-in. Use foam-compatible CA to glue the struts to the fuselage and each other. Make sure the wing is sitting parallel to the ground so the wheels are located at the same height. E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual...
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Page 26: Installing The Side Force Generators
Note: The side force generator (SFG) installation is optional. If you plan on saving weight, or flying from very rough surfaces, it is suggested to skip this section. 1. Locate the upper side force generator. Position the SFG on the wing, aligning it with the two holes that have been pre-drilled in the wing. Use a square to position the SFG perpendicular to the wing. Use Foam-compatible CA to glue the SFG to the wing. E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual... -
Page 27: Battery Installation
Battery Installation 3. Glue the bottom SFG into position. Glue the 4.3-inch (110mm) carbon rod to the SFG. Check Required Parts that the top and bottom SFGs are still perpendicular to the wing. Use Foam-compatible CA to glue the Battery carbon rods to each other and to the wing. Hook and loop tape 1. Use hook and loop tape to secure the battery to the underside of the wing. The location of the battery can be adjusted to correct for the Center of Gravity described later in this manual. 4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3 for the remaining upper and lower SFG installation. E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual... -
Page 28: Control Throws
Note: George Hicks' recommended 3D throws should be considered for advanced pilots only. George uses the E-Flite 3D arms with the connecter all the way out (last hole-most throw). He uses the lowest hole over the hinge line at the control surface on all surfaces. -
Page 29: Center Of Gravity
Caution: Do not inadvertently skip this step! 1. Be sure to range check your radio before each flying session. This is accomplished by turning on your The recommended Center of Gravity (CG) location for the Sobré transmitter with the antenna collapsed. Turn on the is 3 -inch (89mm) behind the center of the leading edge of the receiver in your airplane. With your airplane on the wing against the fuselage. After the first flights, the CG position ground and the engine running, you should be able can be adjusted for your personal preference. to walk 30 paces (approximately 100 feet) away from your airplane and still have complete control of all functions. If not, don’t attempt to fly! Have your radio equipment checked out by the manufacturer. 2. Double-check that all controls (aileron, elevator, rudder and throttle) move in the correct direction. 3. Be sure that your transmitter batteries are fully charged, per the instructions included with your radio. Note: George Hicks CG location is 4-inch (100mm) E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual... -
Page 30: Preflight
To land the Sobré just reduce the throttle to idle and feed in up screwdrivers. Especially keep your hands away from the elevator until the model settles into a slightly nose high attitude. Gently fly the model down to the landing spot with a final flair at propeller. touchdown. You will find the model will have a very short roll out. We hope you enjoy the Sobré as much as we do. Double-check that all controls (aileron, elevator, rudder and throttle) move in the correct direction. Happy landings. Check the radio installation and make sure all the control surfaces are moving correctly (i.e. the correct direction and with the recommended throws). Test run the motor and make sure it transitions smoothly from off to full throttle and back. Also ensure the engine is installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions, and it will operate consistently. Check all the control horns, servo horns, and clevises to make sure they are secure and in good condition. Replace any items that would be considered questionable. Failure of any of these components in flight would mean the loss of your aircraft. E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual... -
Page 31: 2007 Official Ama National Model Aircraft Safety Code
6) I will not operate models with metal-bladed propellers or with safety requirements will be per the RC Combat section of the gaseous boosts, in which gases other than air enter their internal current Competition Regulations. combustion engine(s); nor will I operate models with extremely 7) At air shows or model flying demonstrations, a single straight line hazardous fuels such as those containing tetranitromethane or must be established, one side of which is for flying, with the other hydrazine. side for spectators. RADIO CONTROL 8) With the exception of events flown under AMA Competition rules, 1) I will have completed a successful radio equipment ground range after launch, except for pilots or helpers being used, no powered check before the first flight of a new or repaired model. model may be flown closer than 25 feet to any person. 2) I will not fly my model aircraft in the presence of spectators until I 9) Under no circumstances may a pilot or other person touch a become a qualified flier, unless assisted by an experienced helper. powered model in flight. 3) At all flying sites a straight or curved line(s) must be established in front of which all flying takes place with the other side for spectators. Only personnel involved with flying the aircraft are allowed at or in front of the flight line. Intentional flying behind the flight line is prohibited. E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual... - Page 32 © 2007 Horizon Hobby, Inc. 4105 Fieldstone Road Champaign, Illinois 61822 (877) 504-0233 horizonhobby.com E-fliteRC.com 10...