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Horizon Hobby E-flite F-16 Falcon 64mm EDF Instruction Manual

Safe select technology, optional flight envelope protection, plug-n-play, bnf basic
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F-16 Falcon 64mm EDF
Instruction Manual
Bedienungsanleitung
Manuel d'utilisation
Manuale di Istruzioni
SAFE
Select Technology, Optional Flight Envelope Protection
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  • Page 1 F-16 Falcon 64mm EDF Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d’utilisation Manuale di Istruzioni SAFE Select Technology, Optional Flight Envelope Protection ®...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions And Warnings

    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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Box Contents Quick Start Information 1. Blank (Acro) Model 2. Wing Type: Normal Transmitter Setup 3. Servo Reversing: All Normal 4. Travel Adjust (All Surfaces): 100% High Rate Low Rate p = 8mm p = 4mm Aileron Dual Rates* q = 8mm q = 4mm p = 13mm p = 7mm...

  • Page 4: Preflight

    Preflight 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 flight battery. 10 Adjust the flight controls and transmitter as needed. Fully assemble the aircraft. 11 Perform a radio system range test.

  • Page 5: Landing Gear Installation

    Model Assembly Continued Landing Gear Installation 1. Install the main landing gear assemblies with the mounting plates and 2 x 8mm self tapping screws. 2. Insert the nose gear assembly through the bottom of the fuselage and into the steering coupler. 3.

  • Page 6: Scale Accessories Optional

    Model Assembly Continued Nose Cone Installation 1. The nose cone is held in place magnetically. Wing Installation 1. Slide the wing tube into the fuselage. 2. Slide the wings onto the wing tube. 3. Secure the wing halves into position from the bottom using the four included 3 x 10mm screws.

  • Page 7: Control Horn And Servo Arm Settings

    Control Horn and Servo Arm Settings The table to the right shows the factory settings for the control horns and servo Horns Arms arms. Fly the aircraft at factory settings before making changes. Aileron NOTICE: If control throws are changed from the factory settings, the AR636 gain values may need to be adjusted.

  • Page 8: Receiver Installation (Pnp)

    Receiver Installation (PNP) The recommended receiver for this aircraft is the Spektrum AR636. If you choose to 1 = Throttle install a different receiver, ensure that it is at least a four channel full range (sport) 2 = Aileron receiver. Refer to the manual of your chosen receiver for correct installation and 3 = Elevator operation instructions.

  • Page 9: Battery Installation And Esc Arming

    Battery Installation and ESC Arming Battery Selection We recommend a 14.8V 2200mAh 30C 4S LiPo battery with EC3 ™ or IC3 ™ connector for standard operation. If using a different battery, the battery should be of similar capacity, dimensions and weight to fit in the fuselage. Always be sure the model balances at the recommended CG with the battery chosen.
  • Page 10 Transmitter and Receiver Binding / Enable or Disable SAFE Select (BNF) This product requires an approved Spektrum DSM2 ® /DSMX ® compatible ™ Bind Plug Installation transmitter. Visit www.bindnfly.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 specific manner as described below.

  • Page 11: Select Switch Designation (Bnf)

    SAFE Select Switch Designation (BNF) ® SAFE Select technology can be assigned to any open switch (2 or 3 position) controlling a Assigning a switch ® channel (5–9) on your transmitter. Once assigned to a switch, SAFE select ON gives you the 1.

  • Page 12: Dual Rates And Control Throws

    Dual Rates and Control Throws Depending on your experience level with electric ducted fan (EDF) jets, program your Low Rate High Rate transmitter to set the rates and control throws to the values given. These values have p = 10mm p = 15mm Aileron been tested and are a good starting point to achieve successful flight.

  • Page 13: Flying Tips And Repairs

    Flying Tips and Repairs Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a flying location. NOTICE: If a crash is imminent, reduce the throttle and trim fully. Failure to do so could Getting Started result in extra damage to the airframe, as well as damage to the ESC and motor. NOTICE: After any impact, always ensure the receiver is secure in the fuselage.

  • Page 14: Post Flight

    Post Flight Disconnect the flight battery from the ESC (Required for Safety and battery life). Repair or replace all damaged parts. Power OFF the transmitter. Store the flight battery apart from the aircraft and monitor the battery charge. Remove the flight battery from the aircraft. Make note of the flight conditions and flight plan results, planning for future flights.

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting Guide As3X

    Troubleshooting Guide AS3X Problem Possible Cause Solution Damaged propeller or spinner Replace propeller or spinner Balance the propeller. For more information, view John Redman’s propeller balancing video at www. Imbalanced propeller horizonhobby.com Motor vibration Replace parts or correctly align all parts and tighten fasteners as needed Oscillation Loose receiver Align and secure receiver in fuselage...

  • Page 16: Replacement Parts

    Problem Possible Cause Solution Control surface, control horn, linkage or servo damage Replace or repair damaged parts and adjust controls Wire damaged or connections loose Do a check of wires and connections, connect or replace as needed Control surface does Transmitter is not bound correctly or the incorrect air- Re-bind or select correct airplanes in transmitter not move...

  • Page 17: Ama National Model Aircraft Safety Code

    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 flight in the 1. All pilots shall avoid flying directly over unprotected people, vessels, vehicles or atmosphere.

  • Page 18: Limited Warranty

    Product in, please use the Horizon Online Service Request submission of the Product, (iv) attempted service by anyone other than a Horizon Hobby authorized process found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a Return Merchandise service center, (v) Product not purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer, (vi) Authorization (RMA) number.

  • Page 19: Fcc Information

    EU Compliance Statement: Instructions for disposal of WEEE by users in the European Union F-16 Falcon 64mm EDF PNP (EFL9875); Horizon Hobby, LLC hereby This product must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, it is declares that this product is in compliance with the essential require- the user’s responsibility to dispose of their waste equipment by...
  • Page 20 ©2019 Horizon Hobby, LLC. E-Flite, Plug-N-Play, Bind-N-Fly, BNF, the BNF logo, DSM, DSM2, DSMX, Dynamite, AirWare, ModelMatch, IC3, EC3, AS3X, SAFE, the SAFE logo and the Horizon Hobby logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby, LLC. The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries, Inc.

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