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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

IMPORTANT
The Wattage Sky Wizard 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
Sky Wizard.
WARNING
Do not leave your model in an extremely hot environment (like the back of your car in direct
sunlight) for any length of time. The extreme heat could cause damage to the plastic and/or
foam your model is made from.
The Wattage Sky Wizard is distributed exclusively by Global Hobby Distributors 18480 Bandilier Circle, Fountain Valley, CA 92728
All contents copyright © 2001, Global Hobby Distributors Version V1.0 May 2001
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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    The extreme heat could cause damage to the plastic and/or foam your model is made from. The Wattage Sky Wizard is distributed exclusively by Global Hobby Distributors 18480 Bandilier Circle, Fountain Valley, CA 92728 All contents copyright © 2001, Global Hobby Distributors Version V1.0 May 2001...
  • Page 2 Thank you for purchasing the new Wattage Sky Wizard and welcome to the sport of radio control flying. Before completing the final assembly of your new Sky Wizard, please carefully read through this instruction manual in its entirety. Doing so will ensure success the first time around!
  • Page 3 Here's what you'll need to get your Sky Wizard flying: Adjustable Wrench Eight AA Alkaline Batteries 3/4" Wide Scotch Tape ® If any of the parts listed on page # 2 are missing, or if you have any questions during assembly, please contact us. We're here to help you.

  • Page 4: Step 1: Installing The Transmitter Batteries

    You're ready to start, aren't you? Lets go! Step 1: Installing the Transmitter Batteries Remove the battery cover by pushing down with your thumbs at the two marks shown. Install 8 fresh AA Alkaline batteries, being careful to watch that the polarity is correct for each battery. Push the battery cover back into place until you hear it "click"...
  • Page 5 Step 2: Charging the Flight Battery Plug the flight battery connector into the battery charger connector. When plugged in properly you should hear the connectors "click" together. Note that the plugs can be plugged in only one way. Plug the charger into a 110V AC wall outlet. Charge the flight battery for 2 to 2-1/2 hours.
  • Page 6 Carefully push one plastic wing brace into the rear hole using the same technique. Push the brace in straight so it doesn't push out through the top or bottom of the wing skin. Carefully line up the two holes in one outer wing panel with the exposed ends of the plastic wing braces.

  • Page 7: Step 4: Installing The Tail Assembly

    Apply a strip of 3/4" wide Scotch tape to the top and ® bottom of the wing joint. The tape will keep the wing panels from pulling apart during flight. Repeat the previous steps to install the remaining outer wing panel onto the other end of the center wing panel. Step 4: Installing the Tail Assembly Remove the two hex nuts that are preinstalled on the tail mounting screws.
  • Page 8 Insert the Z-bend in the left wire into the middle hole in the plastic control horn on the top of the horizontal tail. You will have to slightly twist the tail and the wire to easily install the Z-bend. The plastic control horn should face up toward you. When installing the Z-bend, make sure the longer portion of the wire is facing toward the outside edge of the plastic control horn.
  • Page 9 Line up the two tail mounting screws with the two holes in the horizontal tail. Push the vertical tail down onto the horizontal tail. Line up the tail mounting screws with the two holes in the fuselage tube. Push the tail assembly firmly down into place. Turn the fuselage over and slide the tail wheel over the two tail mounting screws.
  • Page 10 Step 5: Installing the Landing Gear Line up the bend in the landing gear wire with the slot in the bottom of the fuselage. Push the landing gear wire firmly down into the slot. Step 6: Installing the Propeller Align the propeller with the motor shaft. Continued on Next Page...

  • Page 11: Step 7: Installing The Wing

    Push the propeller firmly onto the motor shaft. When pushing the propeller into place, support the back of the motor with your fingers. Step 7: Installing the Wing Set the wing onto the fuselage. Line up the two molded dots in the middle of the wing with the molded centerline in the fuselage.

  • Page 12: Step 8: Installing The Flight Battery

    Tie one end of the length of string to the eyelet in one of the forward plastic wing braces. The eyelet is on the bottom of the wing. Pull the free end of the string over the bottom of the fuselage and tie it tight to the eyelet in the opposite forward plastic wing brace.
  • Page 13 Pull the motor on/off switch back toward you to make sure the motor is in the off position. Carefully squeeze the upper sides of the plastic battery cover/canopy to release the latches from the fuselage. Pull open the plastic battery cover/canopy. Plug the connector on the flight battery into the connector that is inside the fuselage.
  • Page 14 Slide the flight battery into the styrofoam pocket in the front of the fuselage. The battery wires should be facing the top of the battery as shown. Push the flight battery down so it is resting on the bottom of the fuselage. Close the battery cover/canopy, making sure the plastic latches snap into the slots in the fuselage.
  • Page 15 Testing the Sky Wizard Step 1: Adjusting the Control Surfaces Turn on the transmitter. Plug in and install the flight battery. Do not press the safety arming switch yet. Carefully adjust the left and right control trim lever until it is centered with the marks above and below it. Carefully adjust the up and down control trim lever until it is centered with the marks to the right and left of it.
  • Page 16 Looking from the back of the Sky Wizard, move the right-hand transmitter control stick completely to the left. The vertical control surface should move left. Looking from the back of the Sky Wizard, move the right-hand transmitter control stick completely to the right.

  • Page 17: Step 2: Testing The Motor

    Looking from the back of the Sky Wizard, move the left-hand transmitter control stick completely forward. The horizontal control surface should move down. Step 2: Testing the Motor Turn on the transmitter and plug in and install the flight battery. Make sure that the motor on/off switch is pulled back toward you - see page # 13.

  • Page 18: Getting Ready To Fly

    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 Sky Wizard to crash into. Until you are very proficient with the Sky Wizard, we don't recommend taking off or landing from hard surfaces like asphalt or concrete.
  • Page 19 Step 3: Range Testing the Radio System Turn on the transmitter. Plug in and install the flight battery. Do not press the motor safety arming switch yet. Set the Sky Wizard on the ground. Extend the transmitter's antenna completely. Move the two control sticks back and forth to check the controls. Walk approximately 150ft.
  • Page 20 Step 2: Flying After you've launched the Sky Wizard, keep the motor running and allow the Sky Wizard to continue to climb. After reaching about 80 - 100 feet of altitude you should start making turns to keep the Sky Wizard near you. WARNING Don't fly the Sky Wizard too far away or you could lose control.
  • Page 21 Flight Tips and Warnings Check before every flight to ensure that the batteries in the transmitter are working properly. When the green LED goes out it's time to change the batteries. Before recharging the flight battery, let the motor run until the flight battery is completely drained. This will ensure you don't overcharge the battery.

  • Page 22: Glossary Of Terms

    Glossary of Terms This glossary is provided to help you understand terms that you may not be familiar with. It's a good idea to read through it to learn about the different terms used throughout this assembly manual. Battery Charger: Plugs into a 110V AC wall outlet Safety Arming Switch: A switch between the motor and the motor controller that prevents the motor from turn- and charges the flight battery to full capacity.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide This troubleshooting guide has been provided to help you diagnose and solve most problems that you may encounter with your Sky Wizard. 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 24: Replacement Parts

    Replacement Parts Wattage carries a complete line of replacement parts for your Sky Wizard. Listed below are the replacement parts that are available along with their respective part numbers for easy ordering convenience. These replacement parts can be ordered through your local dealer or directly from Wattage by calling 1-714-963-0329. Decal Sheet 144140 Flight Battery Charger...

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