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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Please read this manual carefully before operating this plane.
  • Page 2 WARNING maintenance SAFETY PRECAUTIONS exercise capable and responsible adult...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Introduction Specifications Content Assembly (PNF) Setting Up Your Model 8-10 Tundra Options Floats 11-12 FPV Canopy Tow line mounting point Optional Candy Dropper Optional Skis Model Flying Precautions Pre-flight Checks Flying The Tundra Tundra Tips Spare Parts Listing Trouble Shooting Contact Notes 2 -2...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    ESC offers instantaneous reversing, so there is now no need to stop the prop before reversing. This makes it perfect when using the Tundra V3 on the water as a floatplane, but it is also great fun in the air, and really good for short landings, just ensure the prop is on nice and tight!! Simply put, the Tundra V3 is even more fun to fly than previous versions, and you will be flying even quicker as there is now even less assembly on the V3.
  • Page 5: Content

    CONTENTS 1. Main wing halves 9. Main landing gear straps 2. Fuselage 10. Linkages 3. Horizontal stabilizer 11. Carbon wing joiners 4. EPO main wheels 12. 11.5"x5" nylon reinforced propeller 5. Vortex generators 13. Main landing gear components for wheels, and floats 6.
  • Page 6: Assembly (Pnf)

    ASSEMBLY (PNF) 1.Out of the box your Tundra comes with reinforced foam hinges. However, before you start the assembly, each hinge line must be flexed back and forth 5 to 6 times to reduce the tension and load on the servo. Do this to all the control surfaces before continuing. The aileron pushrods are factory installed, so you will need to use some pliers, or better still, ball-link pliers to pop the ball-link connector off the control horn before you do this.
  • Page 7 2B.Hook the supplied coil springs through the center ring of the spring support wire and the wire cross braces through the ring of the plastic brace keepers (E) to complete the sprung cross bracing assembly (F). Now slide the main wheels onto the axle and secure in place with the plastic grip nut (G).
  • Page 8 5.Using a pair of pliers (ball-link pliers preferably) connect the elevator push rod to the elevator horn(A). To ensure both the elevator and rudder are neutral (with the servos centered) loosen the grub screw of the piano wire fastener and slide the push rods until both surfaces are neutral.(B) Tighten firmly when done.
  • Page 9 M2.5x8mm M2.5x8mm 9.The final stage of assembly is to mount the Durafly 11.5”x5” nylon reinforced propeller using the prop nut as shown (A). However at this stage it is HIGHLY recommended that all set-up and final checks of the model should be done before finally installing the prop firmly in place.
  • Page 10 & loop self adhesive tape in the location shown (A) under the rear fuselage access hatch. Ensure the Rx aerials are held away from the servos. Congratulations, basic assembly of your Tundra V3 is now complete. Please perform a final check on all screws, bolts and components,...
  • Page 11: Setting Up Your Model

    Setting Up Your Model: 1. With your receiver installed and all servos plugged into their corresponding channels, connect the flight battery to the ESC to power up the electronics. With the model now armed, ensure all servos are centered and all control surfaces are level. If not, adjust by turning the control clevises by hand accordingly until the control surfaces are level as shown.
  • Page 12 Control throws: 8-12mm 8-14mm 8-14mm 8-12mm Elevator Rudder 50-60mm Aileron 10-20mm 10-20mm *Elevator: ‘low rates’ 8mm, ‘high rates’ 14mm in either direction from neutral. *Rudder: ‘low rates’ 8mm, ‘high rates’ 12mm in either direction from neutral. *Ailerons: ‘low rates’ 10mm, ‘high rates’ 20mm in either direction from neutral. 50-60mm Flaps 45 degrees...
  • Page 13 5. The recommended center of the gravity (CG) for the Tundra V3 is approximately 50-60mm from the leading edge of the wing. Your Tundra V3 should balance within this range with anything from a 1800mAh - 2200mAh 4S LiPo installed in the battery bay. Your battery can be secured in the battery bay area with the provided hook and loop tape.
  • Page 14: Tundra Options

    Tundra Options: Your Tundra comes with several features available to you during the assembly. Floats , FPV canopy and tow mounting point are all included in the box. Use of a Candy dropper and skis are optional extra’s not included. All however are covered in these following pages. Floats...
  • Page 15 2. With the floats now fully assembled and landing gear completely removed, insert the front fuselage mounting strut into the main gear housing and onto the rear mounting plate (A). Secure the rear with supplied M2 x8 screws (B) and the front using the original main gear mounting plate and screws.
  • Page 16: Fpv Canopy

    FPV Canopy To assemble the plywood FPV canopy you’ll need some CA and no more than 10 minutes to glue it all together. All parts are laser cut and following the below exploded diagram, the assembly should be self-explanatory. Note to allow some time for the glue to cure on the magnet so the bond is as strong as possible.
  • Page 17: Tow Line Mounting Point

    Tow line mounting point The built-in tow line hard mounting point gives the Tundra a solid point close to the CG to attach a tow line for gliders etc. The below cutaway shows how the tow line should be inserted and attached to the main spar through the tow line slot.
  • Page 18: Optional Skis

    Optional Skis The optional skis are a worth while addition to the Tundra for flying from both snow and soft sand. First remove the main wheels and slide the plastic sleeve over both axles (A). Then slide each ski onto the axle/sleeve (B) and once in position hook the tension spring around the back of the landing gear wire (C).
  • Page 19: Model Flying Precautions

    Model Flying Precautions Select your flying area carefully. Always choose an open space that is unobstructed from trees and buildings and away from crowed areas. Avoid flying in areas with roads, electric/telephone poles/wires and water near by (unless using the floats) or within close proximity to full size air traffic.
  • Page 20: Flying The Tundra

    As mentioned in the introduction, the Tundra V3 is fitted with extremely bright LED's, this makes it suitable for flying from dawn to dusk. This and all the other attributes makes the Tundra V3 one of the most versatile RC planes on the market today.
  • Page 21: Tundra Tips

    This will have an adverse effect on the foam surface of the model. Thank you again for purchasing the Durafly Tundra, we know you’ll enjoy it immensely. Don’t forget, spare parts are available for this model,...
  • Page 22 Required To Complete In its ‘Plug n Fly’ format the Tundra will still require some additional electronic components to get it . Durafly recommends the products below for optimum performance and great value. Available at OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES: Hobbyking Candy Dropper: Durafly Skymule Ski Set: Part No.
  • Page 23: Spare Parts Listing

    Spare Parts Listing Fuselage Set Main Wing Set Float Horizontal Part No.: Part No.: Part No.: Part No.: Canopy Tray Main heel Tail wheel Set Part No.: Part No.: Part No.: Part No.: Cowl Wing Struts Hardware Part No.: Part No.: Part No.: Part No.: Main Landing Gear Assembly...
  • Page 24: Trouble Shooting

    Trouble Shooting: Problem Cause Solution 1. Charge the batter . 1. Batter is not fully charged. 2. Install a charged battery. 2. Transmitter battery low. 3. Check connection 3. Motor not connected. between the ESC and motor. 4. Replace motor. Motor does not 4.
  • Page 25: Contact

    Contact: Notes:...
  • Page 26: Notes

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