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- Page 1 ™ Carbon Cub SS Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d’utilisation Manuale di Istruzioni...
- Page 2 Do not attempt disassembly, use with incompatible components or augment product in any way without the approval of Horizon Hobby, Inc. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
® ™ The E-fl ite Carbon Cub SS BNF is a feature-rich scale BNF model that’s an escape from the ordinary. Its high-output brushless power system will allow you to leap from tight spots and, with its fully-functional ™ fl aps, is simply a joy to fl y. Large credit for its gentle manners go to the onboard AS3X system, which makes handling super-smooth, even in moderate winds, and provides rock solid control agility. -
Page 4: Prefl Ight Checklist
Breakthrough Performance torque and tip stalls when encountered. Furthermore, the outstanding control agility delivers Horizon Hobby has always made RC sport, scale an ultra smooth, locked-in feel that obeys your and unique aircraft with the kind of performance every command with performance that’s natural experts appreciate. -
Page 5: Charging The Battery
Charging the Battery Your aircraft comes with a 2-Cell 7.4V 180mAh 20C Li-Po battery and a Celectra ™ 2S 7.4V DC Li-Po Charger that requires a 12V (11V-14V) DC power source. Refer to the battery warnings. It is recommended to charge the battery pack while you are inspecting the aircraft. -
Page 6: Transmitter And Receiver Binding
Transmitter and Receiver Binding Binding is the process of programming the receiver of the control unit to recognize the GUID (Globally Unique Identifi er) code of a single specifi c transmitter. You need to ‘bind’ your chosen Spektrum ™ DSM2 ®... -
Page 7: Arming The Esc
Arming the ESC Arming the ESC also occurs after binding as previously described, but subsequent connection of a fl ight battery requires the steps below. Lower throttle and throttle Install fl ight battery and Keep plane immobile trim to lowest settings. and away from wind for connect it to the ESC. -
Page 8: Control Centering
Control Centering Before the fi rst fl ights, or in the event of an accident, make sure the fl ight control surfaces are centered. Adjust the linkages mechanically if the control surfaces are not centered. Use of the transmitter sub-trims may not correctly center the aircraft control surfaces due to the mechanical limits of linear servos. -
Page 9: Adjusting Center Of Gravity (Cg)
fl ap control. Tip: If you are using a computer radio to fl y your UMX Carbon Cub SS, we recommend that you cre- ate a mix to compensate for pitching up tendencies when the fl aps are in the down position. Enter the... -
Page 10: Optional Tow Plate Installation
Optional Tow Plate Installation 1. Align the two screws and holes in the tow plate with the holes in the mount on top of the fuselage. The hole for the tow line in the bracket should be toward the back of the aircraft (see illustration). -
Page 11: Tips For Towing
Recommended Aircraft Towing Positions When Flying 28 ft (8.5 m) Tips for Towing If a problem occurs, the pilot of the sailplane should • Continually communicate with the pilot of the release the tow line from the nose of his sailplane sailplane to make the pilot aware when you are so that both aircraft can be safely landed. -
Page 12: Optional Float Installation
Optional Float Installation 1. Remove all 4 screws and the cover plates from the bottom of the fuselage. Keep these materials to reuse in step 4. 2. Carefully remove and retain the landing gear from the fuselage. 3. Push the square loops of the front and rear float struts into the slots in the bottom of the fuselage. -
Page 13: Flying Tips And Repairs
Flying Tips and Repairs Flying Failure to lower the throttle CAUTION stick and trim to the lowest We recommend fl ying your E-fl ite ® UMX Carbon possible positions during a Cub SS outside in no greater than moderate winds crash could result in damage or inside in a large gymnasium. -
Page 14: Additional Safety Precautions And Warnings
Additional Safety Precautions and Warnings As the user of this product, you are solely This aircraft is controlled by a radio signal subject responsible for operating it in a manner that does to interference from many sources outside your not endanger yourself and others or result in control. -
Page 15: Service Of Power Components
Service of Power Components Disassembly CAUTION: DO NOT handle propeller parts while the fl ight battery is connected. Personal injury could result. Propeller 1. Remove the spinner (A) from the propeller (B). Since the propeller and spinner are glued together, glue residue will need to be cleaned from the spinner or propeller when these parts are used again. -
Page 16: Opening The Fuselage
Opening the Fuselage When the fuselage must be opened for access to the motor, servos or receiver: 1. At the fuselage, push the left and right struts (marked L and R) forward, then pull the struts from the fuselage. 2. Push the struts together until they pull free from the wing. -
Page 17: Troubleshooting Guide (Continued)
Troubleshooting Guide (Continued) Problem Possible Cause Solution Aircraft will not respond Throttle stick and/or throttle trim too high Reset controls with throttle stick and throttle to throttle but responds trim at lowest setting to other controls Throttle channel is reversed Reverse throttle channel on transmitter Motor disconnected from receiver Open fuselage and make sure motor is... -
Page 18: Limited Warranty
877.504.0233 toll free to speak to a Product Support modifi cation of or to any part of the Product, (iv) attempted representative. service by anyone other than a Horizon Hobby authorized Inspection or Services service center, (v) Product not purchased from an author-... -
Page 19: Warranty And Service Information
Compliance Information for the European Union Declaration of Conformity (in aclineance with ISO/IEC 17050-1) No. HH2011121701 Product(s): UMX Carbon Cub SS BNF Item Number(s): EFLU1180 Equipment class: The object of declaration described above is in conformity with the requirements of the specifi cations listed below, following the provisions of the European R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC and EMC Directive 2004/108/EC:... -
Page 20: Replacement Parts
Carbon Cub SS Carbon Cub SS Landing Gear Set: Fahrwerkset: UMX Jeu de train Set del carrello di EFLU1103 UMX Carbon Cub SS Carbon Cub SS d’atterrissage : UMX atterraggio: UMX Carbon Cub SS Carbon Cub SS Spinner (3): UMX Spinner (3): UMX Cône d’hélice (3) :... -
Page 21: Optional Parts And Accessories
Float Set: UMX Carbon Schwimmer Set: UMX Flotteurs : UMX Set di galleggianti: EFLUA1190 Cub SS Carbon Cub SS Carbon Cub SS UMX Carbon Cub SS Charger Plug Adapter: Ladekabel Adapter Prise d’adaptation Adattatore per la EFLA700UM chargeur: EFL carica: EFL Charger Plug Adapter: Ladekabel Adapter TP Prise d’adaptation... -
Page 22: Parts Contact Information
25337 Elmshorn, Germany service@horizonhobby.de 11 Rue Georges Charpak +33 (0) 1 60 18 34 90 France Horizon Hobby SAS 77127 Lieusaint infofrance@horizonhobby.com Room 506, No. 97 Changshou Rd. +86 (021) 5180 9868 China Horizon Hobby – China Shanghai, China, 200060 info@horizonhobby.com.cn... - Page 23 UMX, AS3X, E-fl ite, JR, Celectra, DSM, DSM2, ModelMatch and Bind-N-Fly are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby, Inc. DSMX is a trademark of Horizon Hobby, Inc., registered in the U.S.. The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries, Inc.
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