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- Page 1 SKYSEEKER 2018 RTF Instruction Manual Patent Pending...
- Page 2 Welcome to the world of ReadyToFlyFun! Congratulations! You now have the easiest flying 3 channel radio control powered glider ever - The SkySeeker GT from ParkFlyRC.com. Built to last and advanced enough to grow with you. Follow these simple steps and you’ll be surprised how easy it is!
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Page 3: Step 1. Lipo Battery Charging
STEP 1. LiPo Battery Charging Follow these directions if your kit came with the EK2-0851 charger and 7.4V 1050mAh LiPo battery. Otherwise refer to the directions provided with the charger & 7.4V 1050mAh battery of your choice. Important: Please read “Warnings and Safety” on page 19. (1) Connect the 12V supply power to the charger using either the supplied AC adapter or 12V clips for use with a 12V battery source. - Page 4 STEP 2. Tail & Wing Mounting If your plane already has the tail mounted, proceed- directly to the wing mounting below. ¤ Insert the Vertical Fin mounting studs through the holes in the Horizontal Fin and then through the holes in the fuselage tail and secure with thumb-nuts. When the landing gear is used, add the tail wheel before securing the thumb-nuts.
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Page 5: Step 3. Transmitter Set Up
STEP 3. Transmitter Set Up ¤ Tie the included red flag to the end of your antenna. ¤ Remove transmitter back cover by pressing down on the area marked “PUSH”. ¤ Install 8 new Alkaline AA size batteries. (Not included) NiCd or NiMH batteries may also be used.* ¤... - Page 6 STEP 4. Tail Control Test ¤ Switch on transmitter - green LED lights ¤ Install battery beneath canopy as shown - push forward into nose while seating fully on the floor. ¤ Move the stick side to side and the rudder should move as shown on the following page and return exactly level with the tail surface.
- Page 7 Moves Rudder to Right Moving Stick to Right Pushing Stick Forward Moves Elevator Down Push-Rod Linkage Settings & Adjusting the Neutral Point of the Flaps Confirm the clevis connectors are inserted into the outer most hole of the rudder and elevator control horns. The other end of the push rods connect to the white servo arms- second hole from the pivot.
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Page 8: Step 5. Motor Test
STEP 5. Motor Test ALWAYS STAY CLEAR OF THE PROPELLER! ¤ Set throttle to OFF, then switch transmitter ON ¤ Install battery in fuselage ¤ Place the plane with canopy open on a smooth floor. Throttle Off ¤ Apply a small amount of throttle - motor starts ¤... - Page 9 STEP 6. Choose a Large, Open Field A large open grassy is best. SAFETY FIRST! Never fly over or near people, vehicles, buildings, power lines, airports, and highways. Crash damage is NOT covered by the warranty TIP TO LOCATE A PLANE LOST IN A FIELD Apply short throttle bursts to produce motor noises until you can home-in on it’s location.
- Page 10 STEP 7. Choose a Calm, Temperate Day Follow these guidelines -you’ll be glad you did Flag Test SUCCESS TIP: Flying in too much wind is Don’t fly in winds the #1 reason for crashes and lost planes. that lift the flag more than this.
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Page 11: Step 8. Range Test
STEP 8. Range Test You will need an assistant (adult recommended) If you become aware of others flying within 3 miles of your site, check with them first before beginning the range test, otherwise, if they are operating on the same crystal frequency, they may loose control and crash as a result of this test or flying. - Page 12 STEP 9. Launch On first flights, have your assistant (adult recommended) launch the plane while you control the transmitter. ¤ Make sure your battery was charged within a few hours of launching ¤ Instruct your assistant to gently toss the plane held overhead, into the wind when you apply full throttle.
- Page 13 STEP 10. Flying ¤ When your plane reaches about 50 feet, begin a slow wide turn. The wings will tilt causing some loss of lift and may reduce your climb rate. Get in the habit of pulling back on the stick slightly while maintaining the left or right stick position.
- Page 14 STEP 11. Using the Elevator The throttle will control airspeed which lifts your plane while flying level. Elevator control enables your plane to turn upward or downward at any speed. However if you pull it upward too sharply, the airspeed will drop fast, and “stall”...
- Page 15 STEP 12. Flight Trim Adjustments These trim adjusts are best performed in-flight so you can see the results immediately. Elevator Trim If your plane always goes up or down, use the trim control lever to the side of the control stick to correct for it.
- Page 16 STEP 13. Landing ¤ When you notice that your plane no longer climbs well under full power, your battery is getting low, and it’s time to land. ¤ Approach the desired landing spot from a direction that will allow a straight line directly into the wind. ¤...
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Page 17: Post Flight Inspection
Post Flight Inspection Keep your plane flying well and safely. Perform these checks before every flight and definitely after every hard landing or crash. ¤ Power Off First! Unplug the flight battery before turning the transmitter power off. ¤ Propeller in good Condition and Main Wing Centered. Replace the propeller if worn or damaged. ¤... -
Page 18: Replacement Parts & Warranty
Replacement Parts & Warranty 90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY ParkFlyRC warrants it’s products free from all defects in material and workmanship for a period of 90 days from the date of purchase with the following exclusion. Due to the nature and operation of RC aircraft in flight, the warranty does not extend to the aircraft body or it’s components beyond the initial preflight testing. -
Page 19: Warnings And Safety
Warnings & Safety (1) Observe all warnings and safety instructions provided in this manual; otherwise serious injury or damage can occur. (2) Always keep the propeller away from hair and body parts even if it’s not spinning. (3) DO NOT FLY WHEN IT’S TOO WINDY – you can lose control and crash causing injury or damage. Never fly your plane near people, parked or moving cars, power lines, water, buildings or trees. - Page 20 ©2010 ParkFlyRC 3370 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251...
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