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Page 1: Instruction Manual
Durafly 1100mm Supermarine Spitfire Mk1a "Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few" Winston Churchill, August 20th1940 INSTRUCTION MANUAL ( PNF ) Please read this manual carefully before operating this plane. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Specifications Contents Of Box Required To Complete Model Assembly Setting Up Your Model Model Flying Precautions Pre-flight Checks Flying Your Spitfire Mk1a. Spitfire Mk1a TIPS Spare Parts Listing Decal Application Guidelines 13-14 DECAL TIPS Decal guide Spitfire X4036 ‘D-AZ’ 16-18 Decal guide Spitfire N3162 ‘EB-G’... -
Page 4: Introduction
This struggle was the Battle of Britain, those pilots ‘the few’ and the triumph was the Spitfire! Durafly’s Mk1a Spitfire is in itself a poignant and beautifully presented tribute to the ‘few’and this legendary aircraft. The attention to detail in this PnF model is matched only by its superb performance and grace in the air. -
Page 5: Contents Of Box
5. Scale Plastic Parts REQUIRED TO COMPLETE MODEL: In its ‘Plug n Fly’ format the Spitfire Mk1a will still require some additional electronic components to get it ‘flight ready’. Durafly recommends the products below for optimum performance and great value. Available at hobbyking.com... -
Page 6: Assembly
Spitfire Mk1a Durafly 1100mm Supermarine NOTE: Your Mk1a Spitfire comes with a choice of two scale markings/decals to choose from. Application of these decals is highly recommended BEFORE you begin assembly of the model. Please refer to ‘Decal application’ on pages 13-22 of this manual for illustrated guides on how to apply each set. - Page 7 4. Using a pair of pliers (ball link pliers preferably) connect the elevator push rod to the elevator control horn (A). To ensure both the elevator and rudder are neutral (with the servos centered) loosen the grub screw of the piano wire fastener until both surfaces and slide the push rods until both are neutral if required (B).
- Page 8 Spitfire Mk1a Durafly 1100mm Supermarine 6. Offer the wing up to the fuselage and ensure the servo wires pass through into the battery area of the fuselage (A). Check again that no servo wires are caught between the wing and fuselage...
- Page 9 Note: The fuselage LED shares a Y-lead with the gear servo from the wing. Be sure to connect the LED lead before attaching the wing. Congratulations, basic assembly of your Spitfire Mk1a is now complete. Please perform a final check on all screws, bolts and components, ensuring all are secure and firmly in place.
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Page 10: Setting Up Your Model
Spitfire Mk1a Durafly 1100mm Supermarine SETTING UP YOUR MODEL: 1. With your receiver installed and all servos plugged into their corresponding channels, connect the flight battery to the ESC to power up the electronics. With the model now armed, ensure all servos are centered and all control surfaces are level. - Page 11 3. The Spitfire Mk1a handles very well in flight and that’s not down to good design alone, but a good pre-flight set-up too. Before you fly your Spitfire please follow the recommended settings below for optimum handling and performance. Control throws:...
- Page 12 Measure with the gear retracted and the model inverted. With assembly and set-up now complete, your Durafly Mk1a Spitfire should now be ready for flight. However we recommend you read and follow the advice given in the following pages of this manual before flying your Mk1a.
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Page 13: Model Flying Precautions
MODEL FLYING PRECAUTIONS ● Select your flight area carefully. Always choose an open space that is unobstructed from trees and buildings and away from crowed areas. Avoid flying in area’s with roads, electric/telephone poles/wires and water near by or within close proximity to full size air traffic. ●... -
Page 14: Flying Your Spitfire Mk1A
Landing the Spitfire Mk1a is a pleasure and a real treat for those who like to practice 'scale' type approaches as the Spitfire will need to be 'flown' onto the deck through a powered decent. Bringing the retracts down shows no noticeable effect on the model nor do mid flaps. -
Page 15: Spitfire Mk1A Tips
● Do not leave your model in direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time. This will have an adverse effect on the foam surface of the model. Thank you again for purchasing the Durafly Spitfire mK1A. We hope you’ll have many happy days of flying and look forward to bringing you more Durafly models in the future. -
Page 16: Spare Parts Listing
The decals are a mix of two different types, vinyl and sticker, each needing to be applied in a certain way. Please follow carefully the guidelines below to achieve the best possible finish on your Spitfire Mk1a. - Page 17 Note: * All wing and fuselage roundels are made of standard sticker type decals and cut exactly to the right size and simply need lifting from the backing paper and applying in place. * All other markings are of the vinyl type decal and are supported on a clear adhesives fronting film.
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Page 18: Decal Tips
Spitfire Mk1a Durafly 1100mm Supermarine 8. Very gently rub the decal again with a cloth now that the clear film is removed to ensure all edges are firmly stuck down (sticker/vinyl). 9. Finally the use of a covering iron is STRONGLY recommended to seal the decals to the painted foam surface and prevent them from lifting at the edges over time. -
Page 25: Maintenance Marking Decal Guide
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Page 26: Trouble Shooting
Spitfire Mk1a Durafly 1100mm Supermarine TROUBLE SHOOTING: Problem Cause Solution 1. Charge the batteries. 1. Battery is not fully charged. 2. Install a full charged battery. 2. Transmitter battery low. 3. Check for connection 3. Motors not connected. between the ESC and motor. -
Page 27: Contact And Notes
If you wish to contact us directly please email: durafly@hobbyking.com... - Page 28 facebook.com/durafly...
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