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- Page 1 ICON A5 Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d’utilisation Manuale di Istruzioni ® SAFE Select Technology, Optional Flight Envelope Protection...
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Page 2: Safety Precautions And Warnings
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. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Box Contents Quick Start Information Transmitter Set up your transmitter using the Setup transmitter setup chart Hi Rate Low Rate 20mm 15mm 18mm 12mm Dual Rates 12mm 25mm 18mm Center of 30-35mm back from leading edge Gravity (CG) of wing at the fuselage. Flight Timer 7 minutes Setting... -
Page 4: Select Technology
ON and OFF with the fl ip of a switch. For example, turn SAFE select ON to help with water takeoffs. Turn it OFF in fl ight for unrestricted aerobatic performance, and turn it back ON when a buddy wants to try out your cool ICON A5. Turn SAFE Select ON for landings. As you drop the landing gear, SAFE Select reduces your workload by compensating for pitch changes automatically, regardless of throttle position. -
Page 5: Model Assembly
Model Assembly Horizontal Tail Installation 1. Install the horizontal tail on the fuselage using the two screws (A). 2. Attach the clevis to the second most outer hole of the elevator control horn (B) and connect the opposite end of the control rod to the middle hole of the 3 X 22mm (2) servo horn (C) as shown. -
Page 6: Model Assembly Continued
If adjustment is required, turn the clevis on the linkage to change the length of the linkage between the servo arm and the control horn. After binding a transmitter to the aircraft receiver, set the trims and sub-trims to 0, then adjust the clevises to center the control surfaces. ICON A5... -
Page 7: Propeller Installation
Model Assembly Continued Propeller Installation IMPORTANT: Install the propeller after all system setups are completed to reduce the chance of accidental propeller strike. 3 X 8mm 1. Install the collet (A) on the motor shaft (B). 2. Install the backplate (C), spinner backplate (D), propeller (E) and spinner nut (F) on the collet shaft. -
Page 8: Nose Gear Installation
Make sure the bushing side of the wheels are toward the struts. Use a small amount of threadlock to hold the nut on the shoulder screw. Use a small amount of threadlock on the setscrew in the wheel collar on the nose wheel. 2 X 8mm ICON A5... -
Page 9: Transmitter And Receiver Binding / Switching On And Off Safe Select
Transmitter and Receiver Binding / Switching ON and OFF SAFE Select ™ Switching ON SAFE Select Binding Sequence ® ® This product requires an approved Spektrum DSM2 /DSMX compatible transmitter. Visit www.bindnfl y.com for a complete list of approved transmitters. The aircraft has an optional SAFE Select feature, which can be switched ON or OFF easily by binding in a specifi... -
Page 10: Select Switch Designation
After fl ying, you may choose to adjust the linkage positions for the desired control response. See the table to the right. Ailerons Rudder Nose Gear Steering Clevis Nose Gear More control throw Less control throw ICON A5... -
Page 11: Battery Installation And Esc Arming
Battery Installation and ESC Arming Battery Selection We recommend the E-fl ite ® 2200mAh 11.1V 3S 30C Li-Po battery (EFLB22003S30). Refer to the Optional Parts List for other recommended batteries. If using a battery other than those listed, the battery should be within the range of capacity, dimensions and weight of the E-fl... -
Page 12: Center Of Gravity (Cg)
fl y the aircraft. Refer to the receiver manual for more information. Once the AS3X system is active, control surfaces may move rapidly. This is normal. AS3X remains active until the battery is disconnected. ICON A5... -
Page 13: In Flight Trimming
fl ying speed is reached. Avoid rapidly increasing the throttle as the torque from the motor may cause the ICON A5 to roll to the left when on water. -
Page 14: Post Flight
2. Put the headlights behind the left and right headlight lenses (A) of the fuselage. 3. Apply a small amount of glue to hold the lights in the fuselage holes (B). We recommend the blue (EFLA603) or the white lights (EFLA602) in the ICON A5. ICON A5 ICON A5... -
Page 15: Pnp Receiver Selection And Installation
PNP Receiver Selection and Installation The Spektrum AR636 receiver is recommended for ths airplane. If you choose er is recommended for ths airplane. If you choose to install another receiver, ensure that it is at least a 5-channel full range nsure that it is at least a 5-channel full range 1 = Throttle (sport) receiver. -
Page 16: Troubleshooting Guide
Motor power pulses Weather conditions might be too cold Postpone flight until weather is warmer then motor loses Battery is old, worn out, or damaged Replace battery power Battery C rating might be too small Use recommended battery ICON A5... -
Page 17: Ama National Model Aircraft Safety Code
AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code Effective January 1, 2014 manufacturer’s recommendations will be completed before the fi rst fl ight of a new or repaired model aircraft. A. GENERAL 3. At all fl ying sites a safety line(s) must be established in front of which all A model aircraft is a non-human-carrying aircraft capable of sustained fl... -
Page 18: Limited Warranty
Product, (iv) attempted service by a LiPo battery, please contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support anyone other than a Horizon Hobby authorized service center, (v) Product not offi ce. purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer, or (vi) Product not compliant with applicable technical regulations, or (vii) use that violates any applicable laws, rules, or regulations. -
Page 19: Contact Information
Compliance Information for the European Union EFL ICON A5 BNF Basic (EFL5850) EU Compliance Statement: Horizon Hobby, LLC hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the R&TTE and EMC Directive. -
Page 20: Replacement Parts
Clé d’aile: ICON A5 Baionetta alare: ICON A5 Motor Mount and Cover: Motorträger und Abdeckung: Supporto motore e carenatura: EFL5812 Support moteur et capot: ICON A5 ICON A5 ICON A5 ICON A5 Painted Bare Fuselage: Fusoliera verniciata vuota: ICON EFL5867... -
Page 21: Optional Parts
Spektrum DX18 DSMX 18-Kanal- DX18 DSMX trasmittente 18 DX18 DSMX 18-Channel Transmitter Emetteur DX18 DSMX 18 voies Sender canali Spektrum DX20 DSMX 20-Kanal- DX20 DSMX trasmittente 20 DX20 DSMX 20-Channel Transmitter Emetteur DX20 DSMX 20 voies Sender canali ICON A5... - Page 22 Futaba is a registered trademark of Futaba Denshi Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation of Japan. ICON, the ICON logo, ICON A5 and its body design are trademarks or registered trademarks of ICON Aircraft, Inc. and are used with permission by Horizon Hobby, LLC.
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