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- Page 1 5723_HBZ(fb cllngr. manual) 5/28/03 5:00 PM Page 42 HBZ3515 05482 16030 HobbyZone ® products are distributed exclusively by Horizon Hobby, Inc. 4105 Fieldstone Road Champaign, IL 61822 ©2003 Horizon Hobby, Inc. www.hobbyzonesports.com 5723...
- Page 2 CD and read and follow the directions carefully. The Aerobird Challenger is also equipped with HobbyZone’s While easy to fly, the Aerobird Challenger may be more than exclusive X-port™ feature. This allows the attachment of exciting the first-time pilot can handle. If you haven’t flown one of accessories, including the Sonic Combat Module (HBZ4020) for HobbyZone’s Zone 1 or 2 airplanes or any other radio...
- Page 3 5723_HBZ(fb cllngr. manual) 5/28/03 5:00 PM Page 4 Transmitter Wing and Landing Gear Attachment Needed for Step 1 Needed for Step 2 8 "AA" Batteries (included) Rubber Bands (x6) Main Landing Gear 1. Remove the transmitter back cover by pushing down with your thumbs, as indicated.
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Page 4: Motor Test
3. Install the battery in the fuselage slot and plug If added, be extremely careful to adjust the in the connector. tail screws and tail to their original positions. 4. The Aerobird Challenger ™ has a built-in throttle arming feature, which needs to “see” the throttle slider in the Off position before it will spin the propeller. -
Page 5: Charging The Aircraft Battery
Ni-MH cells. (HBZ1027), you can use your peak charger to Charging HobbyZone Ni-MH Battery Packs charge other HobbyZone airplane and boat 1. Using the dial indicator on the side of the charger, batteries. Use the charge rates from the chart Important: set the charge rate as indicated in the chart below. -
Page 6: Tail Control Test
5723_HBZ(fb cllngr. manual) 5/28/03 5:00 PM Page 10 Tail Control Test Tail Control Test continued Warning: Keep everything clear of the propeller before starting the control test in the event that you accidentally turn on the motor. 1. Be sure the throttle slider is in the Off position. 2. -
Page 7: Choose A Large, Open Grassy Field
Please take this warning seriously to keep people, with the rest of the surface. property and your Aerobird Challenger safe. Crash damage is not covered by the warranty. -
Page 8: Choose A Calm Day
7 mph! Follow these guidelines to protect the the airplane. transmitter on. Aerobird Challenger ™ —you’ll be glad you did. 4. Plug in airplane battery and close hatch cover. To check wind conditions: Warning: The person holding the airplane 5. -
Page 9: Hand Launch
. The transmitter. Adult assistance is always recom- IMPORTANT: Before launching, determine the Aerobird Challenger can be controlled in a similar manner as mended with pilots 12 years of age or younger. wind direction by watching which way the red a 2-channel plane, such as the Firebird, Firebird II, or Firebird 2. -
Page 10: Runway Takeoff
Turning Move the stick in the direction you want the model 3. If battery is fully charged, your Aerobird Challenger to turn. Avoid holding full right or full left for more should lift off the ground in approximately 35 feet. -
Page 11: Throttle Adjustment
WATCH OUT! If you're flying with the motor off pull the stick back. The plane will make a sharper full throttle. or at a low speed, allow the Aerobird Challenger ™ banking turn. 2. To achieve a level "cruising" altitude, reduce a bit more area for turns. -
Page 12: Using Elevator
Using Elevator channel for elevator (pitch) control. Pulling back on the stick provides UP elevator that allows for When you notice that the Aerobird Challenger ™ WARNING: Do not attempt to catch the airplane or shorter takeoffs, better flares for landing, a better longer climbs well under full power (normally after injury may result. - Page 13 Making Adjustments to the Climb Rate Making Adjustments—Plane Turns to the Left or Right B. If the Aerobird Challenger climbs too fast with Note: Only use this option if you do not have IMPORTANT: If there is a bend (even a small one) in the tail or wing or a tear near the flap areas, it is...
- Page 14 This Sport Mode Sport Mode. allows for faster and more aggressive response. Sport Mode is the default mode. It offer HobbyZone’s Flight-Trak ™ system with the addition of pitch control. Experienced pilots doing aerobatics and pilots...
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Page 15: Aerobatic Flight
(about 30˚ angle with ground), then pull Note: Use your fingers or a small, straight blade the Aerobird Challenger will also become less for- back on stick and hold until plane is heading up ver- screwdriver to turn the control horn spool. Do not giving, increasing your chances of a crash. - Page 16 For added visual effects in flight, the Aerobird Challenger ™ has chrome-colored The ADM attaches to your fuselage and allows you, wingtip streamers that can be applied using the included two sided sticky tape.
- Page 17 Plug in the Sonic Combat Module and take on similarly An optional Stealth fighter ground target with "hit" sensor equipped HobbyZone planes in aerial combat. When is available so you can practice with the Sonic Combat “hit”, the SCM temporarily disables your motor while Module or take on friends in a target-shooting contest.
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Page 18: Warnings And Safety
Never allow any parts away from the propeller when the flight one to attempt to catch the Aerobird Challenger battery is plugged in. When you finish flying while it's in flight or serious injury can result. -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
™ battery alarm 2. No electrical connection 2. Push connectors together until they "click" 3. Remember that holding the right stick full over for too long can cause the Aerobird Challenger to spiral- 3. Aerobird Challenger ™ battery not charged 3. -
Page 20: Replacement And Optional Parts
BEFORE your first flight. Damage 1. Unplug the battery from the airplane. RETAIL RETAIL incurred during flying combat, landing, crashing 2. Pack the complete Aerobird Challenger (all HBZ1012 7.2V 900mAh NiMH Battery $24.99 HBZ6022 Orange Standard Wing AB, ABC $14.99 HBZ1026 DC Peak Charger $19.99...
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