Helpful Information - Merlin Condor 1380 Instruction Manual

Helpful Information

Troubleshooting
Problem
Unit does not operate
Aircraft keeps turning in one direction Rudder or rudder trim is not adjusted correctly. Adjust rudder and/or rudder trim.
Aircraft is difficult to control
Aircraft will not climb
Aircraft keeps pitching up steeply
Aircraft control range is limited or
interference is experienced
Parts Listing
Part No Description
ML41001 MTX-41 4 Channel. Transmitter
ML41002 MRX-41 4 Channel. Receiver
ML41003 Servo 2.2Kg.cm 0.2s/90Deg 18g
ML41004 Motor Speed Controller 15A 7.2-8.4V
ML41005 Main Wing Condor 1380
ML41006 Fuselage Condor 1380
ML41007 Propeller Condor 1380
ML41008 Battery Ni-MH 8.4V 1300 mAh Condor 1380
Repairing Minor Damage
If you happen to crash, and part of the tail or wing breaks, you can repair the damage by using packing tape or Foam Safe super glue to repair
and cover the missing pieces. However, if the damage is severe, or if the wings and/or tail are bent, replace the damaged parts prior to flying
again. See the last few pages of the manual for a complete list of replacement parts for your Merlin Flight Product. To ensure that you minimise
the chances of any potential problems whilst using your Merlin Product we always recommend replacing any parts that look to be damaged before
use.
Receiver and Servo Wiring
Under normal circumstances there should be no need to unplug any of your aeroplanes wiring, however for reference purposes the receiver is
wired as follows.
Channel 1 = unused
Channel 2 = rudder servo
Channel 3 = electronic speed control (propeller)
Channel 4 = elevator servo
Your Merlin product is supplied with a transmitter labelled and suitable for 4 channel models. However for 3 channel operation the rudder is usu-
ally controlled form the right hand control stick (known as mode 2) which is labelled AIL for ailerons.
Cause
Transmitter "AA" batteries are depleted or
installed incorrectly, indicated by a dim or unlit
LED on transmitter or the low battery alarm.
No electrical connection.
Flight battery not charged.
Crash has damaged the receiver inside.
Damage to vertical fin.
Wing or tail is damaged.
Battery is not fully charged.
Elevator trim may be incorrect.
Wind is too gusty or strong.
Elevator trim may have raised too much.
Transmitter batteries are low on power.
Other models are being used on the same
frequency.
Transmitter aerial not fully extended.
Part No
ML41009
ML41010
ML41011
ML41012
ML41013
ML41025
ML41026
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Solution
Check polarity installation or replace with fresh "AA"
batteries.
Push connectors together until they "click."
Charge battery fully.
Replace the fuselage or receiver.
Make sure vertical fin is at 90 degrees from elevator.
Replace damaged part.
Charge battery fully shortly before flying.
Adjust elevator trim.
Postpone flying until the wind calms down.
Trim elevator down with the transmitter trim or
threaded linkage.
Check for defective batteries and replace.
Change crystal frequency to a different number.
Fully extend transmitter aerial.
Description
Charger 240V (UK 3-Pin)
Charger 240V (EU 2-Pin)
370 Size Brushed Electric Motor
Landing Gear Condor 1380
Tail Assembly Condor 1380
Merlin Condor 1380 Instructions & Parts Manual
Battery Cover