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Flyzone DHC-2T Turbo Beaver Instruction Manual

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59.5 in
Wingspan:
[1510mm]
2
Wing
430 in
Area:
[27.7 dm
READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE STARTING CONSTRUCTION.
It contains important instructions and warnings concerning the assembly and use of this model.
WARNING: This product may use a lithium polymer (LiPo) battery. Improper handling may result in FIRE! You are responsible for following all
safety precautions as outlined in this instruction manual.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
48.2 – 53.2 oz
Weight:
[1367–1508 g]
Wing
16.1–18 oz/ft
2
]
Loading:
[49 – 54 g/dm
40.5 in
Length:
[1029 mm]
2
5+ channel radio
Radio:
2
]
system required
®
D4011 –
Motor:
920 kV,
40A ESC
11 x 7.5
3-blade prop
58526 FLZA4034

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL ® 59.5 in 48.2 – 53.2 oz D4011 – 40.5 in Wingspan: Weight: Length: Motor: [1510mm] [1367–1508 g] [1029 mm] 920 kV, 40A ESC Wing 430 in Wing 16.1–18 oz/ft 5+ channel radio 11 x 7.5 Radio: Area: [27.7 dm Loading: [49 –...

  • Page 2: Notice

    NOTICE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS & WARNINGS All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product operating in a manner that does not endanger yourself and literature, visit www.horizonhobby.com and click on the others or result in damage to the product or the property support tab for this product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    local hobby shop has information about clubs in your area TABLE OF CONTENTS whose membership includes experienced pilots. NOTICE ........2 4.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Turbo the fi rst time, the Flyzone Turbo Beaver is the perfect choice Beaver airplane. because it fl ies off the water so well—you virtually can’t...

  • Page 5: Contents

    FLZA6288 Lighting Set To locate a hobby dealer, visit the Flyzone web site at www. fl yzoneplanes.com. Click on the Storefront icon at the top of the page to load the Flyzone Dealer Locator. Follow the instructions provided on the page to locate a U.S., Canadian...

  • Page 6: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY Mount the Floats It’s your choice to install either the landing gear or the fl oats. Start the assembly after making this decision. Mount the Landing Gear ❑ 1. Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to fasten both main landing gears to the fuselage with three M3x16 screws in each side.
  • Page 7 ❑ 4. Connect a small rubber band to the inside side of each fl oat and water rudder as shown. ❑ ❑ 2. Use eight M2.5x8 screws to fasten the braces to the 5. Fasten the wire hooks on the end of each rudder fl oats, matching the labels printed or molded into the end line to the connectors in the steering arm.

  • Page 8: Mount The Horizontal And Vertical Stabilizer

    Mount the Horizontal and Vertical Stabilizer ❑ 1. Fasten the vertical stabilizers to each end of the horizontal stabilizer (stab) with M2x6 screws. ❑ 2. Connect the elevator pushrod to the bottom hole in the elevator horn as shown. ❑ 4.

  • Page 9: Mount The Wings

    ❑ 5. Secure the stab and fi n with the M3x22 screw. Mount the Wings ❑ 2. Guide the wires from the right wing into the fuselage, ❑ 1. Fasten the wing clips to both sides of the fuselage then slide the wing joiner tube and the fl ap pushrod wire with four M3x10 screws.

  • Page 10: Install The Battery

    Install the Battery ❑ 3. Mount the left wing the same way. ❑ 1. Cut two 1" [25mm] strips from the rougher, “hook” side of the included adhesive-back hook-and-loop material. Apply the strips inside the fuselage where shown and press them down tightly so they adhere.

  • Page 11: Receiver Installation

    preset position. This prevents the possibility of accidental Receiver Installation motor startup when the fl ight battery is connected but the receiver is not communicating with the transmitter. Install your receiver into the fuselage, connecting the servos according to the labels attached to the wires. Follow the If using the recommended Tactic radio system, follow radio manufacturer’s recommendations for set-up.

  • Page 12: Esc Operation/Startup

    7. If you want to advance to the next menu, allow the ESC Operation/Startup programming to skip to the next menu after the 5 seconds have expired. Starting Your Power System 1. Turn on your transmitter and ensure the position of the Programming Menu 1 –...
  • Page 13 Programming Menu 2 – Brake Type HIGH TIMING ADVANCE Timing Degrees – 25 The default setting is Brake Off. This option gives you the Motor Poles – 12 choice to have the ESC stop the propeller during fl ight Expected Performance – Highest power, less effi ciency (Brake On) or allow it to windmill (Brake Off).
  • Page 14 a. To select 1.2ms to 1.8ms – You will hear 1 short beep. b. To select 16kHz PWM Frequency – You will hear 2 short Move the throttle stick to center (between 1.4 and beeps. Move the throttle stick to center (between 1.4 and 1.6ms).

  • Page 15: Center The Control Surfaces

    Center the Control Surfaces Down Centered ❑ 3. Remove the screw from the connector on the elevator ❑ 1. Turn on the transmitter, lower the throttle stick all the servo arm. way to 0%, and center the trims. ❑ ❑ 2.
  • Page 16 ❑ ❑ 6. Repeat the same procedure for the rudder, making 4. With the system still on, make sure the ailerons are sure it is centered. Lock the pushrod in place on the servo centered and aligned with the wing tips. If necessary, apply a arm with the screw and threadlocker.

  • Page 17: Final Flight Preparation

    FINAL FLIGHT PREPARATION Check the Control Throws Because the servos and pushrods are factory-installed the control throws should already be correct, but because of the effect the control throws can have on a model, it’s always a good idea to check them anyway. 4-CHANNEL RADIO SETUP (STANDARD MODE 2) RIGHT AILERON...

  • Page 18: Motor And Prop Safety Precautions

    More Control Throw Less Control Throw Mount the Propeller and Spinner CAUTION: Do not proceed with propeller installation until you have confi rmed the correct operation of the throttle failsafe on page 11! Pushrod Pushrod WARNING: DISCONNECT THE BATTERY PRIOR Farther Out Farther In TO DOING ANY MAINTENANCE TO THE MOTOR!

  • Page 19: Check The Center Of Gravity (C.g.)

    with everything attached and installed including the fl oats Check the Center of Gravity (C.G.) or wheels and battery and propeller.   NOTICE: Same as the control throws, the C.G. has a CAUTION: When checking the C.G., the battery great effect on how every model fl ies, so do not skip this should be installed, but remain DISCONNECTED.

  • Page 20: Repairs

    working on them!). The model turns more tightly at idle REPAIRS speeds, so if you need to do a U-turn, throttle back to bring the model around. At higher speeds during a takeoff run Parts damaged beyond repair can be purchased separately. the water rudders have the correct amount of effectiveness The full replacement part list is printed in the front of the to steer the model on its intended path.

  • Page 21: Limited Warranty

    Law – These terms are governed by Illinois law (without LIMITED WARRANTY regard to confl ict of law principals). This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights, and you may also have other rights What this Warranty Covers – Horizon Hobby, LLC, which vary from state to state.

  • Page 22: Contact Information

    purchase cost. By submitting the item for service you are CONTACT INFORMATION agreeing to payment of the service without notifi cation. Service estimates are available upon request. You must include this request with your item submitted for service. Country of Purchase: United States of America Non-warranty service estimates will be billed a minimum of REPAIRS &...

  • Page 23: Powering Up

    Follow these steps in powering your model: ALWAYS Throttle stick in the minimum position! turn the transmistter “ON” BEFORE plugging the battery into the plane. When you have finished flying: ALWAYS unplug the battery from the plane BEFORE turning the transmitter “OFF”.
  • Page 24 ® © 2018 Horizon Hobby, LLC. Flyzone, the Flyzone logo, Duratrax, Onyx, and Tactic are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby, LLC. The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries, Inc. All other trademarks, service marks and logos are property of their respective owners.

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