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PNP Receiver Selection and Installation
The Spektrum AR636 receiver is recommended for this airplane. If you choose
to install another receiver, ensure that it is at least a 6-channel full range
receiver. Refer to your receiver manual for correct installation and operation
instructions.
CAUTION: When using a Futaba
®
transmitter you must reverse the
throttle channel and rebind. Refer to your Futaba transmitter manual
for instructions on reversing the throttle channel. Other channels may also
need to be reversed.
Installation (AR636 shown)
1. Remove the top hatch from the fuselage.
2. Mount the receiver parallel to the length of the fuselage as shown. Use
double-sided servo tape.
3. Attach the appropriate control surfaces to the their respective ports on the
receiver using the chart in the illustration.
CAUTION: Incorrect installation of the receiver could cause a crash.
BND/PRG = BIND
1 = Throttle
2 = Aileron
3 = Elevator
4 = Rudder
5 = LEDs
6 = Flaps
1. Turn OFF the switch and disconnect the fl ight battery from the ESC
(Required for Safety and battery life).
2. Power OFF the transmitter.
3. Remove the fl ight battery from the aircraft.
4. Recharge the fl ight battery.
5. Repair or replace all damaged parts.
6. Store the fl ight battery apart from the aircraft and monitor the
battery charge.
7. Make note of the fl ight conditions and fl ight plan results,
planning for future fl ights.
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Post Flight Checklist
Troubleshooting Guide AS3X
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Oscillation
Damaged propeller or spinner Replace propeller or spinner
Imbalanced propeller
Balance the propeller. For more information, view John Redman’s propeller balancing video at
www.horizonhobby.com
Motor vibration Replace parts or correctly align all parts and tighten fasteners as needed
Loose receiver Align and secure receiver in fuselage
Loose aircraft controls Tighten or otherwise secure parts (servo, arm, linkage, horn and control surface)
Worn parts Replace worn parts (especially propeller, spinner or servo)
Irregular servo movement Replace servo
Inconsistent fl ight perfor-
mance
Trim is not at neutral If you adjust trim more than 8 clicks, adjust the clevis to remove trim
Sub-Trim is not at neutral No Sub-Trim is allowed. Adjust the servo linkage
Aircraft was not kept immobile for
5 seconds after battery connection
With the throttle stick in lowest position. Disconnect battery, then reconnect battery and keep
the aircraft still for 5 seconds
Incorrect response to the
AS3X Control Direction Test
Incorrect direction settings in the
receiver, which can cause a crash
DO NOT fl y. Correct the direction settings (refer to the receiver manual), then fl y