PARKZONE A5 Instruction Manual

PARKZONE A5 Instruction Manual

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Ultra Micro
ICON A5
ICON, the ICON logo, ICON A5 and its body design are
trademarks or registered trademarks of ICON Aircraft, Inc.
and are used with permission by Horizon Hobby, Inc.
Instruction Manual / Bedienungsanleitung
Manuel d'utilisation / Manuale di Istruzioni

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  • Page 1 Ultra Micro ICON A5 ICON, the ICON logo, ICON A5 and its body design are trademarks or registered trademarks of ICON Aircraft, Inc. and are used with permission by Horizon Hobby, Inc. Instruction Manual / Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d’utilisation / Manuale di Istruzioni...
  • Page 2 NOTICE All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, Inc. For up-to-date product literature, visit www.horizonhobby.com and click on the support tab for this product. Meaning of Special Language: The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product: NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND little or no possibility of injury.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    fl ying from the water or your favorite landing strip. Not only is the ParkZone® Ultra Micro ICON A5 aircraft a licensed replica of the most exciting light sport airplane in general aviation, it boasts a near-perfect scale outline and a special hull design that makes water takeoff...
  • Page 4: 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 charging warnings. It is recommended to charge the battery pack while you are inspect- ing the aircraft.
  • Page 5: Charging Warnings

    Charging Warnings The Battery Charger (EFLUC1007) included with • Always inspect the battery before charging. your aircraft has been designed to safely charge • Always disconnect the battery after charging, the Li-Po battery. and let the charger cool between charges. •...
  • Page 6: As3X System Delivers Breakthrough Performance

    ® AS3X System Delivers Breakthrough Performance AS3X System for airplanes helps invisibly correct for turbulence, torque and tip stalls when encountered. Furthermore, the outstanding Horizon Hobby has always made RC sport, scale control agility delivers an ultra smooth, locked- and unique aircraft with the kind of performance in feel that obeys your every command with experts appreciate.
  • Page 7: Installing The Flight Battery

    Installing the Flight Battery 1. Remove the magnetic canopy. 2. Install the battery all the way to the front of the battery compartment. 3. Refer to the “Connecting the Battery and Arming the ESC” section below. 4. Reinstall the canopy. CAUTION: Always disconnect the Li-Po battery from the aircraft receiver when not fl...
  • Page 8: Prefl Ight Checklist

    Prefl ight Checklist   1. Charge the fl ight battery. 6. Adjust the center of gravity. 2. Install the fl ight battery in the 7. Perform a radio system Range Check aircraft (once it has been fully 8. Find a safe and open area. charged).
  • Page 9: Control Direction Test

    Control Direction Test Bind your aircraft and transmitter before doing these tests. Move the controls on the transmitter to make sure the aircraft control surfaces move correctly. Always keep throttle at the low position during testing. Down Elevator Elevator Left Aileron Right Aileron...
  • Page 10: Control Rates

    Control Rates We recommend using a DSM2/DSMX aircraft High Rate Low Rate transmitter capable of dual rates. Adjust according to individual preferences after initial fl ight. Aileron 100% It is normal for linear servos to make noise. Noise is Elevator 100% not an indication of a faulty servo.
  • Page 11: Motor Service

    Motor Service CAUTION: DO NOT handle propeller parts while the fl ight battery is connected. Personal injury could result. Disassembly 1. Remove the spinner (A) from the propeller (B). Glue residue will need to be cleaned from the spinner or propeller if these parts are used again.
  • Page 12: Removing And Installing The Landing Gear

    Removing and Installing the Landing Gear To remove the factory-installed landing gear, gently pull the landing gear out of the fuselage. Install in reverse order, making sure the landing gear is fully seated in the fuselage. Additional Safety Precautions and Warnings As the user of this product, you are solely •...
  • Page 13: Flying Tips And Repairs

    The wind naturally turns the aircraft to face We recommend fl ying your ICON A5 outside in no into the wind when taxiing. greater than moderate winds. Always avoid fl ying near houses, trees, wires and buildings.
  • Page 14: Post Flight Checklist

    Post Flight Checklist   1. Disconnect the fl ight battery from the 4. Recharge the fl ight battery. ESC (Required for safety and battery 5. Store the fl ight battery apart from the life). aircraft and monitor the battery charge. 2.
  • Page 15 Troubleshooting Guide (continued) Possible Cause Solution Problem LED on receiver Transmitter is too near aircraft during Power off transmitter, move transmitter a fl ashes rapidly binding process larger distance from aircraft, disconnect and aircraft will and reconnect fl ight battery to aircraft not bind to and follow binding instructions transmitter...
  • Page 16: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty What this Warranty Covers assembly, the user accepts all resulting liability. If you as the purchaser or user are not prepared Horizon Hobby, Inc. (“Horizon”) warrants to the to accept the liability associated with the use original purchaser that the product purchased (the of the Product, purchaser is advised to return “Product”) will be free from defects in materials the Product immediately in new and unused...
  • Page 17: Warranty And Service Information

    address, and RMA number are clearly written on Service estimates are available upon request. the outside of the shipping carton. You must include this request with your item submitted for service. Non-warranty service NOTICE: Do not ship LiPo batteries to Horizon. estimates will be billed a minimum of ½...
  • Page 18: Compliance Information For The European Union

    Compliance Information for the European Union Declaration of Conformity (in accordance with ISO/IEC 17050-1) No. HH2013072402 Product(s): PKZ UMS Icon A5 BNF Item Number(s): PKZU2380 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, EMC Directive...
  • Page 19: Replacement Parts

    PKZU2367 m. Haube u. Pilot Icon A5 Icon A5 Icon A5 Canopy Hatch: UM UM Icon A5: Kabi- Bulle : UM Icon A5 Capottina: UM Icon PKZU2305 Icon A5 nenhaube Main Wing: UM UM Icon A5: Ala Principale: UM Aile: UM Icon A5...
  • Page 20: Optional Parts And Accessories

    Part # • Nummer Description Beschreibung Description Descrizione Numéro • Codice 180 Brushless 180 Brushless Moteur à cage Motore outrunner Outrunner Motor Outrunner Motor tournante sans brushless 180 da EFLUM180BL2 2500Kv 2500Kv balai 180, 2500 Kv 2.500 Kv Parkzone Propeller Adaptateur Prop Adapter: Adattatore elica:...
  • Page 21 Futaba is a registered trademark of Futaba Denshi Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation of Japan. ICON, the ICON logo, ICON A5 and its body design are trademarks or registered trademarks of ICON Aircraft, Inc. and are used with permission by Horizon Hobby, Inc.

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