Range Test; Hand Launch - HobbyZone Firebird Commander 2 Instruction Manual

Range Test

You will need two people to do the range
test—one to hold the transmitter and one to
hold the airplane.
1. One person holds the transmitter while
the other person walks 100 paces away
with the airplane.
2. Extend the transmitter antenna completely
and turn on the transmitter.
3. Plug in the airplane battery and close
the hatch cover.
4. Pull the throttle stick back to arm
the motor.
5. As the first person moves both of the
transmitter controls at the same time,
the other person watches to be sure
the airplane's motor and tail controls
operate smoothly.
6. If an X-port ™ accessory is attached, test
it by pulling down on the left stick to
check that it operates correctly.
WARNING: The person holding the airplane
should hold it so that the propeller does
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not come near any part of their body.
If your Firebird Commander 2 does not
range test correctly, do not fly it. Call
Horizon Hobby Product Support Staff
toll-free at 1-877-504-0233 for directions
on how to proceed.

Hand Launch

IMPORTANT: Before launching, determine
the wind direction by watching which way
the red transmitter ribbon is blowing.
1. During your first few flights, have a
second person (adult recommended)
launch the Firebird Commander ® 2
while the pilot controls the plane with
the transmitter. Adult assistance is always
recommended with pilots 12 years of age
or younger.
2. Make sure the battery is fully charged.
3. While holding the transmitter in one
hand, push the throttle (left stick) to full
on (up) with thumb.
4. Take a couple of steps and launch the
model directly into the wind. Keep the
wings level and use medium force. Do
not throw it up or down. Point it level
with the ground when releasing. Think
of it as a javelin that you are throwing 20
feet away.
WARNING: Keep the spinning propeller
away from your hair, head, and hands or
injury may occur.
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