INSTRUCTION MANUAL Please read this manual carefully before operating this plane.
WARNING Read this instruction manual fully so as to become completely familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate this product correctly could result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury. This is a sophisticated hobby product and is NOT a toy. It must always be operated with caution, common sense and some basic mechanical ability. This manual provides instructions on the assembly, safe operation and maintenance of this hobby product.
INTRODUCTION: Forged by Kings in a distant realm, the legendary Excalibur has proven to be a force to be reckoned with, it is now available in an updated version which includes a brand new eye-catching color scheme, extra carbon and glass fiber reinforcement, and an improved propeller assembly, the Excalibur V2 has arrived! The Excalibur V2 is the perfect marriage of modern design and materials, with rock solid engineering and performance.
CONTENT: 2 1 5 8 1 3 7 6 4 1. Main wing panels 2. Fuselage 3. V-tail stabilizer 4. Control & mounting accessories 5. Prop and spinner assembly 6. Upper tail plate 7. Slope nose cone 8. Wing spars REQUIRED TO COMPLETE MODEL: In its ‘Plug n Fly’ format the Excalibur V2 will still require some additional electronic components to get it ‘flight ready’. Durafly recommends the products below for optimum performance and great value. Available at Hobbyking.com.
FPV CANOPY: The ‘FPV canopy hatch’ is a free to download 3D file of the canopy from the files tab of the listing for those that with to 3D print their own canopy and FPV the Excalibur V2. FPV canopy 3D file for printing. Download for free here. ASSEMBLY (PNF): 1.Out of the box your Excalibur V2 comes with reinforced foam hinges. However before assembly can begin, each hinge line must be flexed back and forth 5-6 times to reduce tension and load on the servo.
D. C. 2.3x6mm 3.Center the aileron servos and connect the ball link to the ball end on each control horn. Use the quick keeper to secure the rod to the servo horn as show (A,B). Screw or unscrew the ball link as required to get the aileron level with the wing trailing edge with the servo centered. A. B. 4.Push the supplied carbon wing joining spars into the slots of the fuselage (A), longer one at the front, and the shorter one at the rear.
A. B. 6. Set the aileron servos to neutral and ensure the arms are vertical as shown. Connect the aileron pushrods to the servo arm using the supplied quick-keepers. Adjust the ball link if necessary by turning clockwise, or anti-clockwise, then snap the ball link onto the ball. 7. Fit each prop blade to the center-hub using the hexscrews supplied, do not over-tighten, they should be free enough to fold. Assemble the motor adapter, spinner backplate, and center-hub onto the motor shaft.
SETTING UP YOUR MODEL: 1.With your receiver installed and servos plugged into their corresponding channels, connect the flight battery to the ESC to power up the electronics. With the model now armed, ensure all servos are centered and al control surfacees are level. If not, adjust by turning the control clevis’s by hand accordingly until the control surfaces are level as shown. Note: For Safely reasons, it is advised that this is done with the prop removed from the model. 2.
CONTROL THROWS: 6-12mm 6-10mm Elevator 6-10mm 20-25mm~ 6-12mm Rudder Aileron 10-15mm 10-15mm *Elevator ‘low rates’ 6mm ‘high rates’ 10mm in either direction from neutral. *Rudder ‘low rates’ 6mm ‘high rates’ 12mm in either direction from neutral. *Aileron ‘low rates’ 10mm ‘high rates’ 15mm in either direction from neutral. 3.The recommended center gravity (CG) for the Excalibur V2 is approximately 20-25mm from the wings leading edge when measured along the plastic of the wing fairing at the center.
ADDITIONAL PARTS INCLUDED: Your Excalibur V2 comes with several additional plastic parts included in the box, ‘Slope nose cone’ and fuselage ‘Crash kit’. Both are detailed below:. 1.In the event of a hard crash or ground loop etc, you may find the ‘fuselage patch kit’ parts helpful if you find any evidence of a split or crack in the foam around the frontal fuselage area. These are designed to act as a temporary fix however.
A. With assembly and set-up now complete, your Durafly Excalibur V2 should now be ready for flight. However we recommend your read and follow the advice given in the following pages of this manual before flying your model.
ADDITIONAL PARTS INCLUDED: ● Select your flight area carefully. Always choose an open space that is unobstructed from trees and buildings and away from crowded areas. Avoid flying in area’s with roads, electric/telephone poles/wires and water near by or within close proximity to full size air traffic. ● Do not fly this model in poor weather. High winds, low visibility, inclement temperatures, rain and storms are to be avoided. ● Never attempt to catch this model whilst in flight.
ADDITIONAL PARTS INCLUDED: The Durafly Excalibur V2 is both an easy and impressive aircraft to fly and has no special considerations when it comes to flying. But, do make sure you’ve followed the set-up guidelines and recommendations in this manual thoroughly for the best flying experience. As powered gliders go, the Excalibur V2 is in fact an extremely versatile air frame. Out of the box you will already have an abundance of climb, maneuverability, and power on the supplied upgraded13x8 propeller.
● Do not leave your model in direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time. This will have an adverse effect on the foam surface of the model. ● Set ‘Brake On’ on the ESC if it is not done so already out of the box. The prop will not fold if the brake is not set to ‘On’. To set the brake ‘on’ use the Durafly or Aerostar programming card (see spare parts listing) or follow the below instructions: Thank you again for purchasing the Durafly Excalibur, we know you’ll enjoy it immensely.
SPARE PARTS LISTING: Fuselage Part No: SKU:9499000410-0 Canopy/hatch Part No: SKU: 9499000130-0 Main Wing Set V-Tail Set Part No: SKU: 9499000412-0 Part No: SKU: 9499000129-0 Slope Nose Cone Cowl Part No: SKU: 9499000133-0 Part No: SKU: 9499000132-0 13x8 Prop Blades Aerostar 3542-800KV Part No: Brushless Motor SKU: 9499000414-0 Decal Set Part No: SKU: 9499000411-0 Part No: SKU: 9499000136-0 Durafly ESC card Part No: SKU: 9164000024-0 Prop Adapter Part No: SKU: 9499000137-0 Spinner Part
TROUBLE SHOOTING: Problem Cause 1. Battery is not fully charged. 2. Transmitter battery low. 3. Motors not connected. Motor does not turn 4. The motor is damaged. 5. Receiver is not bound to Tx. Solution 1. Charge the batteries. 2. Install a full charged battery. 3. Check for connection between the ESC and motor. 4. Replace motor. 5. Consult Radio manual and go through bind procedure again. 6. ESC in set-up mode. 6. Hold model and move throttle to full position then back down to idle.
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