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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The Wattage Cessna 180 EP RTF is distributed
exclusively by Global Hobby Distributors
18480 Bandilier Circle, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
All contents copyright © 2003, Global Hobby
Distributors Version V1.0 August 2003
Kit Product Number: 128309
IMPORTANT
Before beginning assembly, please read and understand the warnings listed on the next page.
Failure to do so could lead to bodily harm and/or injury. The Wattage Cessna 180 EP RTF is not intended for
those under 12 years of age, unless closely supervised by an adult.
Visit our website at http://watt-age.globalhobby.com for information on other Wattage products
Specifications & Features:
Wing Span: 24.5 Inches
Wing Area: 116 Square Inches
Length: 17 Inches
Weight RTF: 6 Ounces
Wing Loading: 7.45 Ounces Per Square Foot
Elevator, Rudder & Throttle Control
Included Pre-installed 4Ch FM 27Mhz Radio System
Included Rechargeable NiMH Flight Battery
Included 2.5 Hour AC Battery Charger
Molded from Durable Plastic and Foam
Replacement Parts Available
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- Page 1 Before beginning assembly, please read and understand the warnings listed on the next page. Failure to do so could lead to bodily harm and/or injury. The Wattage Cessna 180 EP RTF is not intended for those under 12 years of age, unless closely supervised by an adult.
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Page 2: For Your Information
FOR YOUR SAFETY - PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE WARNINGS! FLIGHT BATTERY WARNINGS GENERAL WARNINGS Never overcharge the flight battery or damage to the flight Do not fly your airplane if another airplane is on the same battery may occur. frequency as you. -
Page 3: Section 1: Parts Identification
The Cessna 180 EP RTF from Wattage puts it all together for you in one package! It is a great-looking and even better flying airplane that is quiet and can be flown almost anywhere. It has features like a high-quality power system and uses the latest in Nickel Metal Hydride battery technology for light weight and longer flight times, and a true digital-proportional four-channel FM Mode II Cirrus radio transmitter, complete with servo reversing. -
Page 4: Section 2: Recommended Items
SECTION 2: RECOMMENDED ITEMS This section lists the items you will need to fly your new Wattage Cessna 180 EP RTF. As you can see, there's not much to it! 8 Pack Global AA Alkaline batteries for the transmitter Part # 110181... - Page 5 WARNING The flight battery included with your Cessna 180 EP RTF comes from the factory partially charged. DO NOT charge the flight battery until after testing the motor. This will ensure that the flight battery is run down completely before recharging it.
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Page 6: Section 4: Assembling Your Cessna 180 Ep Rtf
SECTION 4: ASSEMBLING YOUR CESSNA 180 EP RTF Step 1: Installing the Transmitter Batteries Remove the battery cover from the back of the transmitter by pulling down on it with one hand while holding the transmitter with your other hand. - Page 7 Step 3: Connecting the Pushrod Wires Install the pushrod wire into the vertical tail control horn by first gently twisting the control horn up, then carefully flexing the pushrod wire until you can insert the end of the wire into the outermost hole in the control horn. PRO TIP We suggest installing the pushrod wire into the outermost hole in the control horn for your first...
- Page 8 After you're done flying, unplug and remove the flight battery first, then turn off the transmitter. This will prevent unexpected radio signals from interfering with your radio system. The Cessna 180 EP RTF does not have an on/off switch. When you plug in the flight battery, the WARNING receiver and servos will be powered up.
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Page 9: Section 5: Learning To Fly Your Cessna 180 Ep Rtf
SECTION 5: LEARNING TO FLY YOUR CESSNA 180 EP RTF Step 1: Basic Operation Before actually flying your Cessna 180 EP RTF you should understand how the airplane is controlled. Below we list the four basic flight modes: Climb: Climbing is controlled by pushing the throttle control stick on the transmitter (the left-hand stick) completely forward to turn on the motor, then by pulling back on the elevator control stick (the right-hand stick). - Page 10 Carefully adjust the three control trim tabs on the transmitter so that they are centered, as shown. PRO TIP The horizontal trim tab below the throttle control stick is not used in this application. Looking from the back of the airplane, push the right-hand control stick completely to the left.
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Page 11: Section 6: Getting Ready To Fly Your Cessna 180 Ep Rtf
Once the flight battery no longer has enough power to operate the motor, remove the wing, unplug and remove the flight battery, and turn off the transmitter. SECTION 6: GETTING READY TO FLY YOUR CESSNA 180 EP RTF Step 1: Charging the Flight Battery... -
Page 12: Section 7: Your First Flight
Step 3: Choosing a Day to Fly Until you become a proficient flyer you should always plan on flying your airplane when there's no wind. We strongly suggest waiting for a calm day. If it's windy out and you attempt to fly, it will only make learning to fly the airplane more difficult. - Page 13 This will make it more difficult to learn to fly the airplane and could result in complete visual loss of the airplane. Flying the Cessna 180 EP RTF in the Air Now that the airplane has climbed to a safe altitude you can begin to learn the basics of flight. General flying should be done with the motor at full power.
- Page 14 After some practice, you will learn how to minimize the amount of up and down, and right and left movements of the airplane and be able to control the airplane in a smooth and graceful manner. Landing the Cessna 180 EP RTF Landing should always be done into the wind with the wing level.
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Page 15: Section 8: Flight-Trimming The Cessna 180 Ep Rtf
SECTION 10: REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST Wattage stocks a complete line of replacement parts for your Cessna 180 EP RTF. Listed below are the replacement parts that are available along with their respective part numbers for easy ordering convenience. We suggest ordering directly from your local Wattage dealer. -
Page 16: Section 11: Flight Tips And Warnings
SECTION 11: FLIGHT TIPS AND WARNINGS Check before every flight to ensure that the batteries in the transmitter are working properly. The needle in the voltage meter should be in the green "safe" area. Change the batteries when the needle falls into the red "unsafe" area. Before recharging the flight battery, let the motor run until the flight battery is completely drained. -
Page 17: Section 12: Troubleshooting Guide
SECTION 12: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE This troubleshooting guide has been provided to help you diagnose and solve most problems that you may encounter with your airplane. 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 below: Global Services On the Web... - Page 18 Need help or have any questions? Call us at 1-714-963-0329 or send us an email to service@globalhobby.net...
- Page 19 Visit our website at http://watt-age.globalhobby.com for information on other Wattage products...
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Page 20: Our Guarantee
IMPORTANT WARRANTY INFORMATION Your Wattage Cessna 180 EP RTF is warranted against manufacturer defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 90 days from the date of purchase. Warranty service will be provided within 90 days of the date of purchase only if you are able to provide the original (or a copy of) the original dated sales receipt.