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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Product Part Number 128424
IMPORTANT
The Wattage Thermalaire EP RTF is intended for individuals 12 years of age or older. Children under
12 years of age should always be accompanied by an adult when either assembling or flying the
airplane.
SAFETY WARNING
This R/C airplane is not a toy! If misused, it can cause serious bodily injury and/or damage to property. Fly only in open
areas and preferably at a dedicated R/C flying site. We suggest having a qualified instructor carefully inspect your
airplane before its first flight. Please carefully read and follow all instructions included with this airplane, your radio
control system and electronic speed control.
The Wattage Thermalaire EP RTF is distributed exclusively by Global Hobby Distributors 18480 Bandilier Circle, Fountain Valley, CA 92728
All contents copyright © 2001, Global Hobby Distributors Version V1.0 November 2001
For more cool and exciting Wattage products, visit our website at http://watt-age.globalhobby.com
Specifications:
Wing Span: 72 inches
Wing Area: 505 square inches
Length: 34.5 inches
Weight Ready-to-Fly: 2.75 pounds
Wing Loading: 12.6 ounces per square foot
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Page 1: Instruction Manual
Please carefully read and follow all instructions included with this airplane, your radio control system and electronic speed control. The Wattage Thermalaire EP RTF is distributed exclusively by Global Hobby Distributors 18480 Bandilier Circle, Fountain Valley, CA 92728 All contents copyright © 2001, Global Hobby Distributors Version V1.0 November 2001... - Page 2 WARNING The Hitec Focus III AM radio system (transmitter & receiver) included with the Thermalaire EP RTF operates on the 72Mhz frequency band for aircraft use only. By Federal FCC regulations it is illegal to use the included radio system (transmitter &...
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Page 3: Section 1: Parts Identification
Fuselage Set Horizontal & Vertical Tail Set Clear Tape Transmitter Decal Sheet Receiver Steel Wing Joiners Velcro ® Pushrod Set Not Pictured: 2mm x 10mm Wood Screw (1) For more cool and exciting Wattage products, visit our website at http://watt-age.globalhobby.com... -
Page 4: Section 2: Our Recommendations
Section 2: Our Recommendations This section lists the items you will need to fly your new Thermalaire EP RTF. As you can see, there's not much to it! Trinity "8 Pack" AA Alkaline batteries for the Transmitter - Part # 837801... -
Page 5: Section 3: Assembling Your Thermalaire Ep Rtf
Step 2: Installing the Transmitter Batteries Remove the battery cover from the bottom of the transmitter by pushing out with your thumb at the mark on the cover. For more cool and exciting Wattage products, visit our website at http://watt-age.globalhobby.com... - Page 6 Carefully remove the battery holder from the transmitter. Install 8 fresh AA Alkaline batteries into the battery holder, being careful to watch that the polarity is correct for each battery. Slide the battery holder back into the transmitter, making sure that the electrical contacts on the end of the battery holder match the contacts inside the transmitter.
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Page 7: Step 3: Charging The Flight Battery
Carefully line up one of the longer steel wing joiners with the forward hole in one end of the center wing panel. The center wing panel is the longest of the three wing panels. For more cool and exciting Wattage products, visit our website at http://watt-age.globalhobby.com... - Page 8 Push the wing joiner into the hole until it stops. Push one of the shorter wing joiners into the rear hole using the same technique. Carefully line up the two holes in the matching outer wing panel with the exposed ends of the wing joiners. Carefully push the two wing panels firmly together as shown.
- Page 9 Push the stabilizer forward until it rests on top of the mounting platform on the fuselage. Fuselage shown upside down for photo clarity. For more cool and exciting Wattage products, visit our website at http://watt-age.globalhobby.com...
- Page 10 Push the horizontal tail back far enough to allow room to slide the end of the pushrod wire through the adjustable servo connector. Carefully slide the end of the pushrod through the small hole in the side of the connector. If the pushrod wire won't slide through, loosen the set screw on top of the connector.
- Page 11 If the pushrod wire won't slide through, loosen the set screw on top of the connector. IMPORTANT Don't tighten the set screw at this time. For more cool and exciting Wattage products, visit our website at http://watt-age.globalhobby.com...
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Page 12: Step 6: Applying The Decals
Reinstall the control horn to the rudder using the two machine screws and the nylon backplate you removed previously. Tighten the machine screws snug, but not so tight that you crush the wood. Note that the longer portion of the pushrod wire should come out on the top side of the control horn. -
Page 13: Step 7: Installing The Flight Battery
Push the flight battery down as far forward as it will go. The Velcro will keep it from sliding around ® or backing out during flight. For more cool and exciting Wattage products, visit our website at http://watt-age.globalhobby.com... -
Page 14: Step 8: Installing The Receiver
WARNING Before proceeding, check to make sure the on/off switch on the side of the fuselage is in the "off" position. Plug the connector on the flight battery into the connector that is inside the fuselage. When plugged in properly you should hear the connectors "click". Note that the plugs can be plugged in only one way. - Page 15 Before turning on the transmitter, check to make sure the switch on the side of the fuselage is "off." This will prevent unexpected radio signals from interfering with your radio system. For more cool and exciting Wattage products, visit our website at http://watt-age.globalhobby.com...
- Page 16 Carefully adjust the left and right and the up and down control trim levers until they are both centered as shown. Double check to make sure the throttle control lever is in the "off" position as shown. Push the switch on the side of the fuselage to turn on the airborne system (ESC, receiver and servos).
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Page 17: Step 10: Installing The Wing
Tighten the two screws using a large flat blade screwdriver. WARNING Do not overtighten the screws or you may crush the wing. For more cool and exciting Wattage products, visit our website at http://watt-age.globalhobby.com... -
Page 18: Section 4: Testing Your Thermalaire Ep Rtf
Section 4: Testing Your Thermalaire EP RTF Step 1: Verifying Control Surface Direction Plug in and install the flight battery. Turn on the transmitter, then turn on the airborne system. WARNING During this step, make sure to keep the throttle control lever in the "off" position. -
Page 19: Step 2: Testing The Motor
When finished with the test, slide the throttle control lever completely to the left; the motor should turn off. Turn off the airborne system, then turn off the transmitter. For more cool and exciting Wattage products, visit our website at http://watt-age.globalhobby.com... -
Page 20: Section 5: Getting Ready To Fly
Section 5: Getting Ready to Fly Step 1: Choosing Your Flying Field The flying field you choose should be a large, open field with grass. There should not be any vehicles, buildings, power lines, trees, large rocks - or anything else for your airplane to crash into. Step 2: Choosing a Day to Fly Until you become a proficient flyer you should always plan on flying your Thermalaire when there's no wind. -
Page 21: Section 6: Flight Tips And Warnings
Never attempt to disassemble any of the Thermalaire's components, especially the transmitter and receiver. Do not allow any of the components to get wet or electrical damage may occur. For more cool and exciting Wattage products, visit our website at http://watt-age.globalhobby.com... -
Page 22: Section 7: Flying The Thermalaire Ep Rtf
Section 7: Flying the Thermalaire EP RTF Control Stick Overview: Control Stick Right Airplane Turns Right Control Stick Left Airplane Turns Left Control Stick Back Airplane Climbs Control Stick Forward Airplane Descends Step 1: Hand Launching You should always launch the Thermalaire into the wind. Determine wind direction by tossing some blades of grass into the air and watching which direction they fall. - Page 23 Be careful not to allow the airplane to get too slow during landing. If the airplane gets too slow, it could stall and crash. It's better to land at a higher speed than normal until you get more familiar with the airplane. For more cool and exciting Wattage products, visit our website at http://watt-age.globalhobby.com...
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Page 24: Section 8: Basics Of Thermal Flying
Section 8: Basics of Thermal Flying The following is intended for those pilots who have mastered flying the Thermalaire EP. Thermal flying is by far the most difficult aspect of glider flying; however, it can be the most rewarding. For more information on thermals, check your local library or the Internet. -
Page 25: Section 9: Troubleshooting Guide
This troubleshooting guide has been provided to help you diagnose and solve most problems that you may encounter with your Thermalaire EP RTF. Most problems encountered can be solved by carefully following the problem-cause- solution sections below. If you cannot solve the problem using this troubleshooting guide, please feel free to contact us at the address or phone number listed on page # 3. -
Page 26: Section 10: Glossary Of Terms
Section 10: Glossary of Terms Adjustable Servo Connector: Provides a quick and Pushrods: They connect the control surfaces to the easy method to secure the pushrod wire to the servo horn. servos, transferring the movement of the servos directly A set screw in the connector makes adjusting the pushrod to the control surfaces. -
Page 27: Fuselage Assembly
Section 11: Replacement Parts Listed below are the replacement parts that are available for your Wattage Thermalaire EP RTF. The part numbers for each part are provided for ordering convenience. Replacement parts are available through your local authorized Wattage dealer or directly from us. -
Page 28: Special Notice
Warranty Service Before returning your Thermalaire EP RTF for warranty consideration, the status of the unit must be within the guarantee as stated above. Do not return your airplane to the place of purchase. They are not authorized or equipped to perform warranty work on Wattage products.