Summary of Contents for Horizon Hobby F-4 Phantom 80mm EDF
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Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d’utilisation Manuale di Istruzioni SAFE ® Select Technology, Optional Flight Envelope Protection...
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This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. 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.
Prefl ight Remove and inspect contents. Make sure all linkages move freely. Read this instruction manual thoroughly. Perform the control direction test with the transmitter. Charge the fl ight battery. 10 Adjust the fl ight controls and transmitter as needed. Fully assemble the aircraft.
® SAFE Select Switch Designation ® SAFE Select technology can be easily assigned to any open switch (2 or 3 position) on your transmitter. With this feature, you have the fl exibility to enable or disable the technology while in fl ight. Mode 1 and 2 transmitters IMPORTANT: Before assigning your desired switch, ensure that the travel for that channel is set at 100% in both directions and the aileron, elevator, rudder and...
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Model Assembly (Continued) Vertical Fin Installation 1. Connect the rudder servo connector to the extension in the fuselage labeled RUDD. Secure the connection with a servo connector clip (SPMA3054, not included) or wrap with tape. Feed the excess servo wire into the fuselage. 2.
Flaps Flap Travel Settings Adjust the fl ap settings in the transmitter to achieve the following fl ap travel on the aircraft: Half fl ap (takeoff): 25mm Full fl ap (landing): 45mm Confi rm these values by measuring the inboard end of the fl ap as illustrated at right.
Battery Installation and ESC Arming Battery Selection ™ We recommend a 22.2V 4000–5000mAh 30–40C 6S LiPo battery with EC5 connector for standard operation. If using a different battery, the battery should be of similar capacity, dimensions and weight to fi t in the fuselage. Always be sure the model balances at the recommended CG with the battery chosen.
Transmitter and Receiver Binding / Enabling and Disabling SAFE Select This product requires an approved Spektrum ™ DSM2 ® /DSMX ® compatible Switching ON SAFE Select Binding Sequence 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...
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 adjustment is required, turn the clevis on the linkage to change the length of the linkage between the servo arm and the control horn.
In Flight Trimming During your fi rst fl ight, trim the aircraft for level fl ight at 3/4 throttle with fl aps and gear up. Make small trim adjustments with your transmitter’s trim switches to straighten the aircraft’s fl ight path. After adjusting trim do not touch the control sticks for 3 seconds.
Post Flight Disconnect the fl ight battery from the ESC (Required for Safety and battery life). Repair or replace all damaged parts. Power OFF the transmitter. Store the fl ight battery apart from the aircraft and monitor the battery charge. Remove the fl...
Troubleshooting Guide AS3X Problem Possible Cause Solution Damaged propeller or spinner Replace propeller or spinner Imbalanced rotor Balance the rotor. Motor vibration Replace parts or correctly align all parts and tighten fasteners as needed Oscillation Loose receiver Align and secure receiver in fuselage Loose aircraft controls Tighten or otherwise secure parts (servo, arm, linkage, horn and control surface) Worn parts...
AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code Effective January 1, 2014 A. GENERAL B. RADIO CONTROL A model aircraft is a non-human-carrying aircraft capable of sustained fl ight in the 1. All pilots shall avoid fl ying directly over unprotected people, vessels, vehicles or atmosphere.
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F-4 Phantom 80mm EDF Jet PNP (EFL7975) Horizon Hobby, LLC hereby declares that this product is in compliance Horizon Hobby, LLC hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the EMC Directive.
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