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EC-1500 1.5m 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.
Quick Start Information Box Contents Transmitter Set up your transmitter using the Setup transmitter setup chart Low Rate Hi Rate 20mm 30mm 20mm 25mm Dual Rates 25mm 40mm Half Full Flaps =15mm =35mm Center of Gravity 65-75mm back from leading edge (CG) of wing at the fuselage.
1. Slide the horizontal stabilizer tube (A) into the hole in the rear of the fuselage. 2. Install the two piece (left and right) horizontal stabilizer as shown. 3. Press the halves in place until the stabilizers snap in position. Press the button on the bottom of the stabilizer to disengage for removal EC-1500 1.5m...
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Model Assembly Continued Wing Assembly Aileron to center section joiner Flap to center section joiner Flap Confi guration NOTICE: The flaps and ailerons on the Twin Cargo airplane require configuration (Left Wing Panel shown) before flight. Operation without a joiner in place may lead to in-flight flutter on the center section, which may result in a crash.
If the servo is straining trying to move the door past the closed position, it will cause excess current draw and could cause a BEC failure, which would result in loss of control and a crash. EC-1500 1.5m...
Transmitter Setup (BNF) IMPORTANT: After you set up your model, always rebind the transmitter and Computerized Transmitter Setup receiver to set the desired failsafe positions. Start all transmitter programming with a blank ACRO model (perform a model The GEAR Channel (CH 5) controls the cargo door, The FLAP Channel (CH 6) reset), then name the model.
CG at 75mm from the leading edge. Caution: Install the battery but do not arm the ESC while checking the CG. Personal injury may result. 65-75mm back from leading edge of wing at the fuselage. EC-1500 1.5m...
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Transmitter and Receiver Binding / Switching ON and OFF SAFE Select (BNF Basic) ™ ® ® This product requires an approved Spektrum DSM2 /DSMX compatible Bind Plug Installation 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...
Both ends of the pushrod may be threaded in the ball links for larger changes. TIP: The elevator will need to be centered approximately 3mm down from neutral for level fl ight Stabilizer Fillet ≈3mm Elevator EC-1500 1.5m...
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Control Surface Direction Turn on the transmitter and connect the battery. Use the transmitter to operate the aileron and elevator controls. View the aircraft from the rear when checking the control directions. Ailerons 1. Move the aileron stick to the left. The right aileron should move down and Aileron stick the left aileron up, which will cause the aircraft to bank left.
fl ight path. After adjusting the trim, do not touch the control sticks for 3 seconds. This allows the receiver to learn the correct settings to optimize AS3X performance. Failure to do so could affect fl ight performance. EC-1500 1.5m...
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 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. Before you fl...
5 seconds Incorrect response Incorrect direction settings in the to the AS3X Control DO NOT fl y. Correct the direction settings (refer to the receiver manual), then fl y receiver, which can cause a crash Direction Test EC-1500 1.5m...
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 Aircraft will not re- Throttle servo travel is lower than 100% Make sure throttle servo travel is 100% or greater spond to throttle but responds to other Throttle channel is reversed...
FPV Camera Mount Remove the plastic cover on the top of the battery hatch for access to the FPV camera mount. Suggested FPV components 1. SPMVT2002 video transmitter 2. SPMVC602 video camera 3. SPMA3059 VTX inline power adapter EC-1500 1.5m...
Float Installation (Optional, fl oats not included) Float Assembly (EFLA550) 1. Pull the nose wheel assembly from the nose wheel steering bracket. The main wheels may be left on the airplane or removed for operation on fl oats. 2. Insert the water rudder steering assembly into the nose wheel steering bracket. 3.
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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, atmosphere.
Horizon any part of the Product, (iv) attempted service by anyone other than a Horizon Hobby is not responsible for merchandise until it arrives and is accepted at our facility.
The separate collection EFL5750 Twin Cargo 1.5m BNF BASIC; Horizon Hobby, LLC hereby declares and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will...
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E-fl ite, AS3X, DSM, DSM2, DSMX, Spektrum Airware, Bind-N-Fly, BNF, the Bind-N-Fly logo, Plug-N-Play, SAFE, the SAFE logo, ModelMatch, 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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