NOTICE All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit www.horizonhobby.com and click on the support tab for this product. Meaning of Special Language: The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product: NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND little or no possibility of injury.
Prefl ight Remove and inspect contents. Make sure linkages move freely. Read this instruction manual thoroughly. Perform the Control Direction Test with the transmitter. Charge the fl ight battery. 10 Perform the AS3X Response Test with the aircraft. Fully assemble the airplane. 11 Adjust fl...
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NOTICE: If the propeller is not balanced, the aircraft may vibrate, causing the stabilization system to not operate correctly and/or decrease the life of the servos. Horizon Hobby does not warrant replacement if the servos are used under ex- treme vibration or the stabilization system is used with an unbalanced propeller.
Model Assembly Continued Required Adhesives: Thin CA Rudder Installation 1. Slide the rudder’s CA hinges (A) into the hinge slots (B) of the vertical tail. Make sure to place the tail light and wire (C) on the left side of the rudder. 2.
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Model Assembly Continued Horizontal Tail Installation 1. Slide the horizontal tail tube (A) into the hole in the rear of the fuselage. 2. Install the 2 piece (left and right) horizontal tail as shown. Ensure the control horn faces down. 3.
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Model Assembly Continued Main Wing Installation 2.5 X 20mm 1. Secure each wing strut to the wing using the inluded nut (A) and bolt (B). Note the orientation of the fuselage end of the strut. The wedge end of the strut should be oriented as shown in the illustration. 2.
Model Assembly Continued Scale Antenna Installation Install the scale antenna (I) by pushing them into place. Control Surface Centering Control Surface Centering After assembly and transmitter setup, confi rm that the control surfaces are centered. If the control surfaces are not centered, mechanically center the control surfaces by adjusting the linkages.
If the receiver loses transmitter communication, the failsafe will activate. When activated, failsafe moves the throttle channel to its programmed failsafe position (low throttle) that was set during binding. As with most SAFE technology equipped aircraft, the Carbon-Z Cessna 150 is programmed to enter a descending...
SAFE ® Select Switch Designation ® SAFE Select technology can be easily assigned to any open switch (2 or 3 Mode 1 and 2 Transmitters position) on your transmitter. With this new feature, you now have the fl exibility to enable or disable the technology while in fl ight. IMPORTANT: Before assigning your desired switch, ensure that the travel for that channel is set at 100% in both direction.
Battery Installation and ESC Arming Battery Selection We recommend the E-fl ite ® 5000mAh 22.2V 6S 30C Li-Po battery (EFLB50006S30). 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...
Center of Gravity (CG) The CG location is measured back from the leading edge of the wing, at the root. This CG location has been determined with the recommended battery (EFLB50006S30) placed almost all the way to the back of the battery compart- ment with the model balanced upright.
AS3X Response Test This test ensures that the AS3X ® control system is functioning properly. Aircraft AS3X Reaction Assemble the aircraft and bind your transmitter to the receiver before movement performing this test. 1. Raise the throttle just above 25% and then lower the throttle to activate AS3X. CAUTION: Keep all body parts, hair and loose clothing away from a moving propeller, as these items could become entangled.
Flying Tips and Repairs Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a fl ying location. NOTICE: If a crash is imminent, reduce the throttle and WARNING: trim fully. Failure to do so could result in extra damage Flying Field to the airframe, as well as damage to the ESC and Always decrease motor.
Flying Tips and Repairs Continued Water Takeoff and Landing Using the Optional Float Set (Float Set EFLA5600 and Wire Mounting Set EFLA5605) Only use the fl oats if you are comfortable fl ying your aircraft and have repeatedly taken off, fl own and landed with success. Flying off water poses a higher risk to CAUTION: Never go alone to get a downed model in the water.
PNP Receiver Selection and Installation The Spektrum AR636 receiver is recommended for this airplane. If you choose to install another receiver, ensure that it is at least a 6-channel full range receiver. Refer to your receiver manual for correct installation and operation instructions.
Troubleshooting Guide Problem Possible Cause Solution Throttle not at idle and/or throttle trim too high Reset controls with throttle stick and throttle trim at lowest setting Throttle servo travel is lower than 100% Make sure throttle servo travel is 100% or greater Aircraft will not re- Reverse throttle channel on transmitter.
AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code Effective January 1, 2014 A. GENERAL B. RADIO CONTROL 1. All pilots shall avoid fl ying directly over unprotected people, vessels, A model aircraft is a non-human-carrying aircraft capable of sustained fl ight vehicles or structures and shall avoid endangerment of life and property of in the atmosphere.
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Compliance Information for the European Union EFL Carbon-Z Cessna 150 BNF Basic (EFL1450) 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.
Optional Parts • Optionale Bauteile • Pièces optionnelles • Pezzi opzionali Part # | Nummer | Description Beschreibung Description Descrizione Numéro | Codice Carbon-Z Float Set Carbon-Z Schwimmersatz Ensemble de fl otteurs Carbon-Z Set galleggianti Carbon-Z EFLA5600 Wire Mounting Set CZ Cessna Kabelbefestigungssatz CZ Cessna Ensemble pour montage de câbles Set montaggio fi...
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