Flyzone Tidewater Instruction Manual

Flyzone Tidewater Instruction Manual

Ep sea plane

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Wingspan: 73 in [1855 mm]
Wing Area: 526 in
Wing Loading: 7.9 − 8.5 oz/ft
WARRANTY
Hobbico guarantees this kit to be free from defects in both
material and workmanship at the date of purchase. This warranty
does not cover any component parts damaged by use or
modification. In no case shall Hobbico's liability exceed the
original cost of the purchased kit. Further, Hobbico reserves
the right to change or modify this warranty without notice.
In that Hobbico has no control over the final assembly or material
used for final assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor
accepted for any damage resulting from the use by the user of
the final user-assembled product. By the act of using the
user-assembled product, the user accepts all resulting liability.
If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated
with the use of this product, the buyer is advised to return
READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE STARTING CONSTRUCTION. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF THIS MODEL.
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Entire Contents © 2012 Hobbico,
Inc. All rights reserved.
2
2
[33.9 dm
]
2
2
[24 − 26 g /dm
]
I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L
Weight: 29− 31 oz [820 − 880 g]
Length: 47 in [1195 mm]
Radio: 4 – 5-channel
this kit immediately in new and unused condition to the
place of purchase.
To make a warranty claim send the defective part or item to
Hobby Services at the address below:
Include a letter stating your name, return shipping address, as
much contact information as possible (daytime telephone
number, fax number, e-mail address), a detailed description of
the problem and a photocopy of the purchase receipt. Upon
receipt of the package the problem will be evaluated as quickly
as possible.
Champaign, Illinois
E-mail: airsupport@hobbico.com
SPECIFICATIONS
Motor: 28-30-1300 kV outrunner
Hobby Services
3002 N. Apollo Dr. Suite 1
Champaign IL 61822 USA
(217) 398-8970
FLZA3330 RTF FLZA3332 Tx-R

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  • Page 1 I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L ™ SPECIFICATIONS Wingspan: 73 in [1855 mm] Weight: 29− 31 oz [820 − 880 g] Motor: 28-30-1300 kV outrunner Wing Area: 526 in [33.9 dm Length: 47 in [1195 mm] Wing Loading: 7.9 −...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    PRECAUTIONS 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie, IN 47302-9252 Your Tidewater EP Sea Plane should not be considered a toy, but rather a sophisticated, working model that functions very Ph. (800) 435-9262 much like a full-size airplane. Because of its performance Fax (765) 741-0057 capabilities, the “Tidewater EP Sea Plane,”...
  • Page 3: Required For Completion

    LiPo batteries that will be used four channel transmitter, 2.4GHz receiver, battery charger in your Tidewater, it can also charge many other types and and AA transmitter batteries. The Tx-R “Prime” version of sizes of batteries.
  • Page 4: Contents

    8. ESC 9. Prop ASSEMBLE THE MODEL Before starting to assemble the Tidewater Sea Plane, we recommend charging the fl ight battery. Then, when you are ready to setup the radio system, the fl ight battery can be used to power the receiver. Refer to the charging instructions on page 9.
  • Page 5: Assemble The Wing

    Assemble the Wing ❏ 3. Install the horizontal stabilizer onto the fi n, aligning the openings in the horizontal stabilizer with the tabs on the fi n. ❏ 1. Locate the motor pod. Install the motor wires through the hole in the top of the wing, pulling them through the wing until the pod rests against the top of the wing.
  • Page 6: Final Assembly

    3. Slide the wing into the wing saddle. Secure the wing ❏ with the ¼-20 x 2" nylon wing bolt. 3. The Tidewater has two tip fl oats. Insert one into each of the openings at each end of the wing. Setting Up the Radio System...
  • Page 7 ❏ 3. Position the throttle stick (left stick) to idle (all the way down) and switch on the transmitter. The power indicator light should be glowing a steady red. A fl ashing red light and an audible tone indicates low voltage. If this happens, replace the batteries before connecting the fl...
  • Page 8: Get The Model Ready To Fly

    GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY Set the Control Throws To ensure a successful fi rst fl ight, set up your Tidewater Check the Controls according to the control throws specifi ed in this manual. The throws have been determined through actual fl ight testing and...
  • Page 9: Balance The Model

    Place your fi ngers on these marks and lift the plane.. The At the Servos fuselage should remain level – it may be helpful to have an The pushrod farther out The pushrod closer in assistant view the plane from the side. If the fuselage does not means More Throw means Less Throw rest level, move the location of the battery until the fuselage is...
  • Page 10: Radio Control

    To avoid an unexpected dead-stick landing on your fi rst fl ight, except while landing. set your timer to a conservative 4 minutes (in most conditions the Tidewater Sea Plane will usually fl y for approximately 5-7 minutes, but this can vary). When your alarm sounds you can FLYING either land right away, or if you are an experienced pilot you may continue to fl...
  • Page 11: Takeoff

    One fi nal note about fl ying your Flight Tidewater. Have a goal or fl ight plan in mind for every fl ight. This can be learning a new maneuver(s), improving a maneuver(s) For reassurance and to keep an eye on other traffi c, it is a good you already know, or learning how the model behaves in idea to have an assistant on the fl...
  • Page 12: Ttx404 Instruction Manual

    TTX404 TRANSMITTER (Tx) TACTIC TTX404 2.4GHZ 4-CHANNEL SPREAD SPECTRUM RADIO INSTRUCTIONS The Tactic TTX404 airplane radio system uses an advanced 2.4GHz spread spectrum technology to prevent unwanted outside interference from interrupting control of the model, ensuring error-free fl ying and eliminating the need to pull frequency pins before every fl...
  • Page 13 Anytime the LED begins to fl ash, accompanied by the causing the nose of the airplane to point to the right. Moving sounding of an audible tone, the Tx battery voltage has the rudder stick to the left will cause the nose of the airplane dropped too low and operation of the model should NOT to turn left.
  • Page 14 side of the Tx – making sure not to allow any object to be ADJUSTABLE STICKS inserted inside the jack itself. Next, insert the cells inside the Tx’s battery compartment noting proper polarity. Make sure the transmitter’s power switch is in the OFF position. Connect a compatible charge lead to the jack and follow the instructions included with the charger for charging of NiCd or NiMH batteries that are rated at 4.8V.
  • Page 15 6. The LED on the teacher’s Tx will fl ash 3 times to indicate BIND THE RECEIVER it has become bound with the student’s Tx. TO THE TRANSMITTER 7. The teacher can then release his trainer switch. For proper operation it’s necessary to “bind” the Tx and Rx 8.
  • Page 16: Specifications

    3. Move the Tx throttle stick to the desired position for the b. Glow: confi rm that when the throttle stick is at throttle control to move if the Rx goes to failsafe. maximum position the mechanical linkage to the engine allows the engine to be at full throttle.
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    ● ALWAYS make sure the transmitter antenna is unfolded Tactic TR624 Receiver entirely so that it’s pointing upright to ensure max. range and control of the aircraft. Channels ● Do not store your radio equipment in extremely hot or Frequencies 2.403 –...
  • Page 18: Fcc Statement

    FAILSAFE NOT WORKING CORRECTLY help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. Receiver is not properly binded to the transmitter – bind For more information about where you can drop off your waste the Rx to the Tx and re-try.
  • Page 19 ● This product is suitable only for people of 14 years and there is damage stemming from these causes within the stated warranty period, Tactic will, at its option, repair or replace it older. This is not a toy! for a service charge not greater than 50% of its then current ●...
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