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Thank you for purchasing this HobbyZone® Super Cub DSM. Please charge the battery, read this manual, and attach the wing, tail and landing gear. While you charge the battery, please watch the included DVD, which shows you how to fly this model.
Warnings and Safety Checklist • After flying or at any time you have the transmitter powered on, ALWAYS • Always keep body parts, clothing, jewelry and hair away from the propeller. disconnect the model from the battery before powering off the transmitter. •...
Charge the Aircraft Battery NOTICE: Do not connect the blue EC3 power connector when The Super Cub LP Li-Po battery charger charges every cell correctly and protects charging the battery. your Li-Po battery from the dangers of overcharging. This charger monitors the 3.
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Install Battery in Model 1. Move the battery door latch and open the battery door on the bottom of the The battery for your Super Cub LP has a blue EC3™ power connector and a fuselage. small white balance charging connector. Always connect only the blue connector 2.
Hi/Lo Rate The DX4e offers a high/low rate function on aileron, elevator and rudder channels. When the HI/LO rate switch is in the upper, or “HI” position, travel is 100% on these channels. When the switch is in the lower, or “LO”, position, travel decreases to 70% on these channels.
TransmiTTer funcTions Antenna Function Do not point the antenna tip at the model. Antenna Signals transmit strongest from the antenna Trainer/Bind (Mode 1) shaft, not the tip. HI/LO Rate Switch WARNING: Do not pick up the Aileron/Elevator Stick (Mode 2) transmitter by the antenna.
Transmitter and Receiver Binding First Flight Preparation Binding is the process of programming the receiver of the control unit to recognize • Remove and inspect contents the GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) code of a single specific transmitter. Your • Charge flight battery DX4e transmitter comes pre-bound to the aircraft, so binding should not be nec- •...
Attach Tail 1. Put the posts of the rudder in the holes in the top of the horizontal stabilizer. 2. Put the rudder posts in 2 holes in the top of the fuselage tail. 3. Attach the rudder posts under the fuselage using 2 long screws from a small bag labeled “C”.
Install Landing Gear 1. Turn over the fuselage to see the slot on the bottom of the fuselage. 2. Hold the landing gear wire with your hand near the wheels and squeeze the landing gear wire “legs”. 3. Slide the loop into the slot on the bottom of the fuselage. Release the wire “legs”...
Using Elevator (Pitch Control) The benefit of flare at landing is less useful while flying. Too much UP elevator Your Super Cub LP has elevator control using a third transmitter channel. Move (pulling back too much on the stick) decreases lift from wings so the model stalls. the transmitter’s elevator stick to move the model’s elevator (horizontal tail The model’s nose falls and the model dives.
Down Elevator Guide in this manual for more information. If you need more assistance, contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support department. Mode 2 is the most common control mode used worldwide. The mode of the included transmitter cannot be changed between Modes 2 and 1.
Range Test Before each flying session, perform a range check. The DX4e incorporates a range testing system. Range check mode decreases the output power from the transmitter for control test purposes. Always perform a range check prior to flying your aircraft. note : Before performing the range check make sure the transmitter throttle stick is at 0% and that the throttle trim is at its lowest setting.
Choose a Flying Field Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a location to fly your aircraft. Wind Plan on flying in areas that give you more space than you think you need, espe- cially on first flights of your model. Always choose a wide-open space for flying your HobbyZone Super Cub LP.
Hand Launch 4. Carefully increase transmitter throttle control to FULL (100%). 5. Throw the model into the wind (less than 5–7 mph (8–11km/h)) while keeping On first flights, hand-launch the model so you can concentrate on use of the the model’s wings parallel to the ground. transmitter.
ACT is installed on your Super Cub LP to help prevent crashes due to over-control. Sensors detect the horizon and direct the flight of the model. One sensor is at the top of the windshield and the other is the bottom of the fuselage, in front of the landing gear (see illustration).
Flying 8. Do not put the model into long vertical dives, with the motor on or off. Dives can damage the model and may result in a high-speed crash. 1. After you get your model off the ground, climb at full throttle. Your model’s 9.
Landing 1. The Super Cub flies for approximately 10–12 minutes on one battery charge. When the model climbs slower at full throttle, land the model and recharge the battery. 2. Decrease the throttle and bring the model down to landing by pointing the model’s nose into the wind, aligned with the length of your chosen runway.
Throttle Adjustment 1. Fully increase throttle (100%) to launch your model. 2. Increase the throttle above half (50%) to make the model go up. Note: Increased wind speeds can both increase lift from the wing and increase difficulty in turning the model. 3.
Service of Power Components M2X25 M1.5X6 M2.5X6 Disassembly Assembly 1. Remove spinner from propeller and hex nut 10. Assemble model by obeying instructions above in reverse. (spinner is tight on hex nut). 11. Make sure propeller size numbers (9 X 6) face forward. The propeller fits on 2.
Power OFF the ACT or fly under other conditions (not snow, sand, etc) Motor speed increases and decreases. ACT is ON and sun is low on horizon Power OFF the ACT or postpone using ACT until sun is higher in the sky LVC from low charge in flight battery...
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Troubleshooting Guide, continued Problem Possible Cause Solution Aircraft will not respond to throttle Throttle not at idle and/or throttle trim too high Reset controls with throttle stick and throttle trim at lowest setting but responds to other controls Throttle channel is reversed Reverse throttle channel on transmitter Extra propeller noise or extra Damaged propeller and spinner, gear shaft or motor...
Replacement Parts Number Description Number Description HBZ1002 9 x 6 Propeller HBZ7185 Bare Fuselage (no receiver) HBZ1003 DC LiPo Balancing Charger HBZ7310 Decal Sheet: Super Cub LP HBZ1004 1.5A AC Power Supply PKZ1130 Mini Servo (5W) with Arms HBZ7357 DSM2 Receiver/ESC unit PKZ1131 Servo Gear Set PKZ1033...
AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code 3. Model aircraft will not be flown in AMA sanctioned events, air shows or model demon- strations unless: Effective January 1, 2011 (a) The aircraft, control system and pilot skills have successfully demonstrated all A.
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