F-16 Falcon 64mm EDF Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d’utilisation Manuale di Istruzioni SAFE® Select Technology, Optional Flight Envelope Protection
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EN Quick Start Information Transmitter Setup Dual Rates* EXPO (Soft center) Center of Gravity (CG) Flight Timer Setting 1. 2. 3. 4.
EN Preflight 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Remove and inspect contents. Read this instruction manual thoroughly. Charge the flight battery. Fully assemble the aircraft. Install the flight battery in the aircraft (once it has been fully charged). Check the Center of Gravity (CG). Bind the aircraft to your transmitter. 8 9 10 11 12 13 Make sure all linkages move freely. Perform the control direction test with the transmitter. Adjust the flight controls and transmitter as needed. Perform a radio system range test.
EN Model Assembly Continued Landing Gear Installation 1. Install the main landing gear assemblies with the mounting plates and 2 x 8mm self tapping screws. 2. Insert the nose gear assembly through the bottom of the fuselage and into the steering coupler. 3. Secure the nose gear assembly with the set screw in the steering coupler using a 1.5mm hex driver. Vertical Tail Installation 1.
EN Model Assembly Continued Nose Cone Installation 1. The nose cone is held in place magnetically. Wing Installation 1. Slide the wing tube into the fuselage. 2. Slide the wings onto the wing tube. 3. Secure the wing halves into position from the bottom using the four included 3 x 10mm screws. Scale Accessories Optional Armament Installation The fake missiles may be installed as desired. Use CA glue to glue the armament in place.
EN Control Horn and Servo Arm Settings The table to the right shows the factory settings for the control horns and servo arms. Fly the aircraft at factory settings before making changes. NOTICE: If control throws are changed from the factory settings, the AR636 gain values may need to be adjusted. Refer to the Spektrum AR636 manual for adjustment of gain values.
EN Receiver Installation (PNP) The recommended receiver for this aircraft is the Spektrum AR636. If you choose to install a different receiver, ensure that it is at least a four channel full range (sport) receiver. Refer to the manual of your chosen receiver for correct installation and operation instructions. 1 = Throttle 2 = Aileron 3 = Elevator 4 = Nose Wheel AR636 Installation 1. Remove the canopy from the fuselage. 2.
EN Battery Installation and ESC Arming Battery Selection We recommend a 14.8V 2200mAh 30C 4S LiPo battery with EC3™ or IC3™ connector for standard operation. If using a different battery, the battery should be of similar capacity, dimensions and weight to fit in the fuselage. Always be sure the model balances at the recommended CG with the battery chosen. 1. 2. 3. 4. Lower the throttle to the lowest setting. Power on the transmitter and wait 5 seconds. Lift the canopy to remove it.
EN Transmitter and Receiver Binding / Enable or Disable SAFE Select (BNF) This product requires an approved Spektrum™ DSM2®/DSMX® compatible transmitter. Visit www.bindnfly.com for a complete list of approved transmitters. The aircraft has an optional SAFE Select feature, which can be switched ON or OFF easily by binding in a specific manner as described below.
EN SAFE® Select Switch Designation (BNF) SAFE® Select technology can be assigned to any open switch (2 or 3 position) controlling a channel (5–9) on your transmitter. Once assigned to a switch, SAFE select ON gives you the flexibility to choose SAFE technology or AS3X mode while in flight. If the aircraft is bound with SAFE select OFF, the aircraft will be in AS3X mode exclusively.
EN Dual Rates and Control Throws Depending on your experience level with electric ducted fan (EDF) jets, program your transmitter to set the rates and control throws to the values given. These values have been tested and are a good starting point to achieve successful flight. After flying, you may choose to adjust the values for the desired control response.
EN Flying Tips and Repairs Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a flying location. Getting Started Before you fly, range check the radio system. Refer to your specific transmitter instruction manual for range test information. When you first connect the battery to the airplane AS3X will not be active. After advancing the throttle the first time, the AS3X system will be active and it is normal to see the control surfaces react to aircraft movement.
EN Post Flight 1 2 3 4 Disconnect the flight battery from the ESC (Required for Safety and battery life). Power OFF the transmitter. Remove the flight battery from the aircraft. Recharge the flight battery. 5 6 7 Repair or replace all damaged parts. Store the flight battery apart from the aircraft and monitor the battery charge. Make note of the flight conditions and flight plan results, planning for future flights.
EN Troubleshooting Guide AS3X Problem Possible Cause Damaged propeller or spinner Imbalanced propeller Oscillation Inconsistent flight performance Incorrect response to the AS3X Control Direction Test Motor vibration Loose receiver Loose aircraft controls Worn parts Irregular servo movement Trim is not at neutral Sub-Trim is not at neutral Aircraft was not kept immobile for 5 seconds after battery connection Incorrect direction settings in the receiver, which can cause a crash Solution Replace propell
EN Problem Control surface does not move Controls reversed Motor power pulses then motor loses power Possible Cause Control surface, control horn, linkage or servo damage Wire damaged or connections loose Transmitter is not bound correctly or the incorrect airplanes was selected Flight battery charge is low BEC (Battery Elimination Circuit) of the ESC is damaged Transmitter settings are reversed ESC uses default soft Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC) Weather conditions might be too cold Battery is old, worn out,
EN AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code Effective January 1, 2014 A. GENERAL A model aircraft is a non-human-carrying aircraft capable of sustained flight in the atmosphere. It may not exceed limitations of this code and is intended exclusively for sport, recreation, education and/or competition. All model flights must be conducted in accordance with this safety code and any additional rules specific to the flying site. 1. Model aircraft will not be flown: (a) In a careless or reckless manner.
EN Limited Warranty What this Warranty Covers Horizon Hobby, LLC, (Horizon) warrants to the original purchaser that the product purchased (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase.
EN FCC Information FCC ID: BRWDASRX21 Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity Contains IC: 6157A-AMRX21 F-16 Falcon 64mm EDF BNF Basic with AS3X and SAFE Select - EFL9850 FCC Information F-16 Falcon 64mm EDF PNP - EFL9875 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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