Summary of Contents for FSM 1700MM Tigercat
- Page 1 1700MM Tigercat FMSMODEL.COM REALISTIC RIGID STABLE RETRACT & FLAPS INSTALLED STRONG DURABLE EPO SMOOTH FLYING PERFORMANCE...
- Page 3 WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury. This is a sophisticated hobby product and NOT a toy. It must be operated with caution and common sense and failure to do so could result in injury or damage to the product or other property.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ··························································································································3 Contents of Kit ························································································································4 ······················································································································5 Model Assembly Battery installation ·····································································································10 Connectors Diagram ··············································································································10 Get your model ready to fly ······································································································11 Important ESC and model information ·······················································································11 The transmitter and model setup ·······························································································11 Check the control throws ·········································································································12 ·····························································································12 Check the motor rotating direction... -
Page 5: Contents Of Kit
Wingspan: 1700mm (66.9in) Overall Length: 1484mm (58.4in) Flying Weight: Around 5450g (192.2oz) Motor Size: Brushless 4250-KV440*2 Wing Load: 110g/dm² ( 0.25oz/in²) Wing Area: 49.5dm² ( 767.3sq.in) ESC: 60A x 2 with 10A UBEC Servo: 13g metal analog x 7, 17g metal digital x 5 Contents of Kit Before assembly, please inspect the contents of the kit. -
Page 6: Model Assembly
Model Assembly 1.Unpack the nacelles, connect the servo connectors CH5B, CH5C to the servo extensions in the wings as shown (fig1). Connect the ESC to the motor. Notice: Wrong plug would result in damage to motor and servo. 2.Install the nacelles to the wings and secure them in place with the screws included (fig2). CH5B and CH5C A B C fig1... - Page 7 Model Assembly 1.Slide the wing tube into the fuselage. Install the left and right wing (with nacelles on) over the wing tube and into the wing slot of the fuselage (fig3). Notice: The connectors on both sides should be attached precisely and firmly. 2.Secure the left and right wings to the fuselage using the screws included (fig4).
- Page 8 Model Assembly IMPORTANT: It is recommended to install the propeller after all system setups are completed to reduce the chance of accidental propeller strike. 1.Screw the propellers to the adapter as shown. (fig6) 2.Install the propeller adapters (assembled with propellers) to the motor shaft and then screw with spinner as shown.
- Page 9 Model Assembly 1.Slide the horizontal tail tubes into the holes in the rear of the fuselage. Ensure the shorter one is put in front and the longer one in the back. Ensure the control horn faces down as shown. 2.Connect the elevator servo connectors to the servo extensions in the fuselage. 3.Secure the horizontal tail in place using the included screws.
- Page 10 Model Assembly 1.Glue the airspeed tube in place as shown. (fig11) 2.Screw the machine guns in place as shown. (fig12) 3.Glue the antenna in place as shown. (fig13) fig11 fig12 Required Adhesives: fig13 Foam Safe Medium CA...
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Page 11: Battery Installation
Battery installation 1.Pull back on the release button and remove the battery hatch. 2.Apply the hook tape to the cable end of the battery(fig 14). 3.Make sure the battery is secured using the hook. Note: you may need to relocate the battery position to achieve the correct CG for your model. fig14 Connectors Diagram SERVO... -
Page 12: Get Your Model Ready To Fly
Get your model ready to fly Important ESC and model information The ESC included with the model has a safe start. If the motor battery is connected to the ESC and the throt- tle stick is not in the low throttle or off position, the motor will not start until the throttle stick is moved to the low throttle or off position. -
Page 13: Check The Control Throws
Check the control throws The suggested control throw setting for FMS MODEL are as follows (dual rate setting): Tips: On first flight, fly the model in low rate. The first time you use high rates, be sure to fly at low to medium speeds. -
Page 14: Clevis Installation
Clevis Installation a. Pull the tube from the clevis to the linkage. b. Carefully spread the clevis, then insert the clevis pin into the desired hole in the control horn. c. Move the tube to hold the clevis on the control horn. Control Horn and Servo Arm Settings The table shows the factory settings for the control horns and servo arms. -
Page 15: Center Of Gravity
Check the C.G. (Center of Gravity) When balancing your model, adjust the motor battery as necessary so the model is level or slightly nose down. This is the correct balance point for your model. After the first flights, the CG position can be adjusted for your personal preference. -
Page 16: Before Flying The Model
Before flying the model Find a suitable flying site Find a flying site clear of buildings, trees, power lines and other obstructions. Until you know how much area will be required and have mastered flying your plane in confined spaces, choose a site which is at least the size of two to three football fields - a flying field specifically for R/C planes is best. -
Page 17: Flying Your Model
Flying your model Take off While applying power, slowly steer to keep the model straight. The model should accelerate quickly. As the model gains flight speed you will want to climb at a steady and even rate. It will climb out at a nice angle of attack (AOA). -
Page 18: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Possible Cause Solution Problem Aircraft will not - Lower throttle stick and throttle - ESC is not armed. respond to the trim to lowest settings. - Throttle channel is reversed. throttle but responds - Reverse throttle channel on to other controls. transmitter. -
Page 19: Spare Parts List Content
Spare parts list content Fuselage FMSRB101BLU Main wing set FMSRB102BLU Horizontal stabilizer FMSRB103BLU Cockpit FMSRB104BLU Cowl FMSRB105BLU Nacelles FMSRB106BLU FMSRB107BLU Oil tank FMSRB108BLU Machine gun set FMSRB109BLU Airspeed head FMSRB110BLU Antenna FMSRB111BLU Scale Plastic Engine FMSRB112 Spinner FMSRB113 Linkage rod Pipe Set FMSRB114 Screw set... -
Page 20: Esc Instruction
ESC instruction Wires Connection: The electronic speed controller can be connected to the motor by soldering directly, or with high quality connectors. Always use new connectors, which should be soldered carefully to the cables and insulated with heat shrink tubes. The maximum length of the battery pack wires should be within 6 inches. - Page 21 Our ESC allows you to program parameters to fit your specific needs: 1. User programmable brake setting (we recommend using brake for only folding props applications) 2. User programmable battery type (LiPo or NiCd/NiMh) 3. User programmable low voltage cutoff setting 4.
- Page 22 5. Timing setup: Automatic / Low / High. * Automatic – ESC automatically determines the optimum motor timing * Low (7-22 deg) – Setting for most 2 pole motors. * High (22-30 deg)-setting for motors with 6 or more poles. In most cases, automatic timing works well for all types of motors.
- Page 23 Using Your New ESC Improper polarity or short circuit will damage the ESC. Therefore, it is your responsibility to double check all plugs for proper polarity and firm fit BEFORE connecting the battery pack. Alert Tones The ESC is equipped with audible alert tones to indicate abnormal conditions at power up. If the ESC can't enter into working mode after powering up, it indicates that you have not setup throttle calibration.
- Page 24 Built-in Intelligent ESC Safety Functions 1. Over-heat protection: When the temperature of ESC exceeds 110 deg C, the ESC will reduce the output power to allow it too cool. 2. Lost Throttle signal protection: The ESC will automatically reduce output power to the motor when it detects a loss of throttle signal for 2 seconds, a subsequent loss of throttle signal beyond 2 seconds, will cause the ESC automatically to cut power to the motor.
- Page 25 ● Never use ruptured or punctured battery cells. ● Never use battery packs that are known to overheat. ● Never short circuit battery or motor terminals. ● Always use proper insulation material for cable insulation. ● Always use proper cable connectors. ●...
- Page 26 Motor doesn’t work after powering up Check and verify that the ESC cable The ESC is unable to detect the the ESC. An alert tone with a single is connected to the Throttle channel normal throttle signal from the receiver beeping tone followed by a short on the receiver.
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Page 27: Decal Instruction
Decal Instruction Please choose one set of the decals according to your taste or history materials and paste it as shown. Water Decal Instructions: The above are water decals. Do not force them off from the backing paper. Please operate according to the following steps: 1.Cut the decal down with scissors.
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