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Wingspan: 48.5 in [1232mm]
Wing Area: 400 sq in [26 dm
Weight: 43.5 oz [1230 g]
Wing Loading: 16.1 oz/sq ft [48 g/cm
Length: 36.1 in [917mm]
Radio: Included
Motor: Included
Electronic Speed Control: Included
Motor Battery: Included
If you, as the original owner of this model, discover defects in parts and workmanship within 90 days of purchase, Hobbico will repair or replace
it – at the option of our authorized U.S. repair facility, Hobby Services – without charge. Our liability does not include the cost of shipping to us.
However, Hobby Services will pay shipping expenses to return your model to you. You must provide proof of purchase, such as your original
purchase invoice or receipt, for your model's warranty to be honored. This warranty does not apply to damage or defects caused by misuse or
improper assembly, service or shipment. Modifications, alterations or repair by anyone other than Hobby Services voids this warranty. We are
sorry, but we cannot be responsible for crash damage and/or resulting loss of kits, motors, accessories, etc.
Your SuperStar EP Select must be returned directly to Hobby Services for warranty work. The address is: Hobby Services, Attn: Service
Department, 1610 Interstate Drive, Champaign, IL 61822-1067. Phone: (217) 398-0007. Please follow the instructions below when returning
your model. This will help our experienced technicians to repair and return it as quickly as possible.
1. ALWAYS return your entire system, including airplane and radio.
2. Disconnect the receiver battery switch harness and make sure that the transmitter is turned off. Disconnect all batteries.
3. Include a list of all items returned and a THOROUGH, written explanation of the problem and service needed. If you expect the repair to be
covered under warranty, also include your proof of purchase.
4. Include your full return address and a phone number where you can be reached during the day.
If your model is past the 90 day warranty period or is excluded from warranty coverage, you can still receive repair service through Hobby Services
at a nominal cost. Repair charges and postage may be prepaid or billed COD. Additional postage charges will be applied for non-warranty returns.
All repairs shipped outside the United States must be prepaid in U.S. funds only. All pictures, descriptions and specifications found in this
instruction manual and on the product package are subject to change without notice. Hobbico maintains no responsibility for inadvertent errors.
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Page 1: Assembly Instructions
90-DAY LIMITED WARRANTY If you, as the original owner of this model, discover defects in parts and workmanship within 90 days of purchase, Hobbico will repair or replace it – at the option of our authorized U.S. repair facility, Hobby Services – without charge. Our liability does not include the cost of shipping to us. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Introduction ............2 stable, easy to fly, glow powered SuperStar ARF. Safety Precautions ..........2 Hobbico has taken that stability and ease of flight Decisions You Must Make .........3 and produced an electric version. No more fuel bottle, starter, glow driver or noise. All you need to Battery Selection ...........3... -
Page 3: Decisions You Must Make
Battery Selection depends on how you build it; therefore, we The SuperStar EP Select was designed to fly on the cannot in any way guarantee the performance of included 7-cell, 8.4 volt, 2100 mAh motor battery your completed model and no representations pack. -
Page 4: Chargers
Additional Items Required SuperStar EP Select, the motor draws from 15-25 amps. The current consumption reduces the run time Tools to 5-8 minutes. The good news is that propellers become more efficient as the speed of the plane In addition to common household tools and hobby increases. -
Page 5: Kit Contents
If any parts are missing or are not of acceptable quality, or if you need assistance with assembly, contact Hobbico Product Support. When reporting defective or missing parts, use the part names exactly as they are written in the Kit Contents list on this page. -
Page 6: Ordering Replacement Parts
Ordering Replacement Parts To order replacement parts for the Hobbico SuperStar EP Select, use the order numbers in the Replacement Parts List that follows. Replacement parts are available only as listed. Not all parts are available separately (a rudder cannot be purchased separately, but is only available with the tail set). -
Page 7: Assemble The Wing
Assemble the Wing Install the Stabilizer and Fin Note: While assembling the plane, remove the motor battery from the plane and charge the battery. 1. Insert the stabilizer and center it in the stabilizer slot. The side with the red, yellow and blue stripe faces upward. -
Page 8: Install The Landing Gear
Install the Landing Gear 2 x 6mm 2. Slide a plastic dowel cap over one end of the wing dowel. Secure the dowel cap with a 2mm x 6mm sheet metal screw. Install the other three dowel caps and secure them with 2mm x 6mm 1. -
Page 9: Get The Model Ready To Fly
the top of the stabilizer and the rudder should be inline with the fin. If necessary, loosen the 4-40 socket head cap screws in the screw-lock pushrod connectors and adjust the pushrods to center the control surfaces. 3. Tape the receiver antenna to the upper side of Elevator Moves Down the fin. -
Page 10: Set The Control Throws
If, after you have become accustomed to the way the SuperStar EP Select flies, you would like to change the throws to suit your taste, that is fine. However, too much control throw could make the model difficult to control, so remember, “more is... -
Page 11: Balance The Model (C.g.)
Your model must be balanced within this C.G. range. Balancing your model at the forward or aft of the C.G. range will change its flying characteristics. With the plane balanced at the forward C.G. the plane will fly smoother and be more stable, but it may require more speed for takeoff and make it more difficult to slow for landing. -
Page 12: Balance The Model Laterally
2. Examine your propeller for irregularities Balance the Model Laterally caused by the injection molding process. Carefully remove the imperfections with fine sandpaper. 1. With the wing level, have an assistant help you Also, make sure your propeller is balanced. lift the model by the motor shaft and the bottom of Vibration from the propeller will decrease the the fuselage, under the TE of the stabilizer. -
Page 13: Ground Check
Ground Check 3. Where established, I will abide by the safety After you break-in the motor on the model, inspect rules for the flying site I use and I will not willfully the model closely to make sure all screws and deliberately fly my models in a careless, remained tight and that the prop, pushrods and reckless and/or dangerous manner. -
Page 14: Flying
11. Range check your radio when you get to the in servo gears; and Insecure servo mounting. flying field. Flight Take it easy with the SuperStar EP Select for the first Flying few flights, gradually getting acquainted with it as you gain confidence. Adjust the trims to maintain straight and level flight. - Page 15 Every maneuver should be Other Fine Products from Hobbico ® deliberate, not impulsive. For example, if you're going to do a loop, check your altitude, mind the...
- Page 16 FLIGHT LOG...
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