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NORMAL FLIGHT 16~17 IN-FLIGHT ADJUSTMENT HELPFUL TIPS TROUBLESHOOTING SPARE PARTS LIST 20~21 Art-Tech reserve the right to alter the specifications at any point. Please contact your nearest retailer for the latest specifications. All information correct at time of print E&OE.
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Thank you for purchasing the STOL. The STOL is a Short Take-Off and Landing airplane. It uses leading and trailing edge flaps and also features a drop bay. The STOL is fitted with a powerful brushless motor and Li-Po battery giving good performance and control with high stability.
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Do not fly in unsuitable weather conditions such as: Thunderstorms, rain or excessive winds. Do not fly near an airport, railway line, road, telephone lines or power lines. Do not fly where there are crowds of people. Only fly at specially designated flying sites. Make sure your model and radio system are functioning correctly before attempting to fly.
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Do not attempt to catch the model while flying. Beginners should have an experienced pilot to help them while learning to fly. This product is not recommended for children under the age of 14. Never charge your batteries on a flammable base. We recommend charging on a concrete surface or in a dedicated charging bag.
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(for 2 or 3 cell batteries) 1. Insert the charger's plug to the power outlet, the red and green lights flash, then the green light remains on, the red goes out, which shows the charger is working, you can now charge the battery.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR LI-PO BATTERY 1. Do not disassemble or reconstruct the battery. 2. Do not short-circuit the battery. 3. Do not use or leave the battery near a fire, stove or heated place (more than 80 degrees). 4. Do not immerse the battery in water. 5.
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Screw the wings on. Attach the cabane struts. Washer Fit the propeller Tighten the prop nut securely, but do not overtighten.
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6.1 Switch on the transmitter 6.2. Centre the control surface trims. 6.3. Open the battery hatch Note throttle trim and stick are at the lowest position. 6.4. Connect the battery and make sure the control surfaces are in a neutral position. 6.5.
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Operating Manual for the radio control system Components to the R/C system a transmitter, a receiver, a servo, a speed controller The sketch map for connecting the receiver: Battery Motor Leading / Trailing edge flap (L) Leading / Trailing edge flap (R)
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Transmitter Description and Functions ETB62A-2.4GHz is a 6 channel full-range 2.4GHz R/C device. It uses direct sequence spread spectrum (DSSS) technology, giving good anti-interference high signal stability and reliability. It can be used for aeroplanes and helicopters with up to 6 channels and has features such as dual rates (D/R), a simulator interface, Mode change functions and a low voltage alarm.
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A: Aerial K: Right stick B: Handle 1) Mode ll: Elevator and aileron C: VA Dial 2) Mode l: Throttle and aileron L: Trim (1) Aircraft: Rudder movement range M: Trim (2) Helicopter: Pitch adjustment D: VB Dial N: Transmitter status indicator LED (1) Aircraft: Flap movement range.
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Binding your DSSS series 2.4GHz R/C system Place the transmitter and the receiver within one (1) metre of each other. Do not press the bind button when the transmitter and receiver are bound, as it will break the bind! 1.
Make sure the model’s CoG is within the range shown here. In the ideal situaion, the CoG is between 60~70mm from the leading edge of the wing. PRE-FLIGHT INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT 1. Install 8 ‘AA’ cells into the transmitter according to the battery’s polarity, then turn on the transmitter. Install the full charged flight battery into the battery compartment of the fuselage and connect the battery to the electronic speed controller (ESC).
NORMAL FLIGHT Mode 1 Mode 2 Illustration Speed up Right stick Left stick pushing up pushing up Throttle Speed down Right stick Left stick pulling down pulling down ( Back View ) Right stick Right stick The body incline to right moving right moving right Aileron...
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Mode 1 Mode 2 Illustration Nose turn up / ascending Left stick Right stick pulling down pulling down Elevator Nose turn down / descending Left stick Right stick pushing up pushing up Nose turn right Left stick Left stick moving right moving right Rudder Nose turn left...
IN-FLIGHT ADJUSTMENT 1. Before flight a radio range check should be conducted. A minimum distance of 200m between the radio and model with the model on the ground whilst maintaining full control of the model is recommended. If you cannot control the model at 200m, then do not fly! 2.
TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem Cause Solution 1. Charge the batteries 1. Flight battery is not fully charged. 2. Install fresh batteries 2. Transmitter batteries are low. 3. Inspect all wire connections. Motor does not run 3. Loose connection to the motor.
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