70mm F/A-18F Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d’utilisation 操作手册 REALISTIC Retracts and flaps installed RIGID Durable EPO material STABLE Smooth flying performance FMSMODEL.
EN WARNING WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury. This is a sophisticated hobby product and NOT a toy. It must be operated with caution and common sense and failure to do so could result in injury or damage to the product or other property.
EN Introduction Key Features: • High quality Predator 70A ESC,1850 KV in-runner motor powering FMS’ latest 70mm 12-bladed EDF unit. The F/A-18F Super Hornet is a tandem-seat, carrier-capable, multirole fighter and attack aircraft based on the McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet. Designed and initially produced by McDonnell Douglas, the Super Hornet first flew in 1995.
EN Model assembly Main Wing Installation 1.Align and insert the wing spar into the wing tubes, then slide the wing spar into the fuselage. Note: The connectors on both sides should be attached precisely and firmly. 2.Secure both wings to the fuselage using the included screws. Horizontal stabilizer installation 1.Connect the elevator servo connectors to the servo extensions in the fuselage. 2.Carefully apply foam-safe CA to the base and side of the horizontal stabilizer slot.
EN Model assembly Vertical stabilizer Stabilizer installation Installation 1.Slide the vertical tail into the slot in the fuselage. 2.Secure the vertical tail in place using the included screws. Note: Connect the rudder servo connectors to the servo extensions in the fuselage. Missiles and Oil Tank Installation 1.Slide the missiles and oil tank into the rails. Scale Part Installation 1.Carefully apply CA to the base and side of the pocket as shown. 2.Carefully place the plastic part into the pocket.
EN Model assembly Nose cone installation 1.Attach the nose cone to the front of the fuselage; the nose cone is held in place with a magnet. Please note that the orientation of the nose cone is correct. Battery installation 1.Pull back on the latch, releasing the canopy. 2.Remove the canopy, revealing the battery compartment. 3.Apply hook and loop tape to the battery. 4.Install a fully charged battery into the battery compartment, with the battery cables facing aft.
EN Battery Get yourinstallation model ready to fly Important ESC and model information 1. The ESC included with the model has a safe start. If the motor battery is connected to the ESC and the throttle stick is not in the low throttle or off position, the motor will not start until the throttle stick is moved to the low throttle or off position. Once the throttle stick is moved to the low throttle or off position, the motor will emit a series of beeps.
Get your model ready to fly Check the control throws The suggested control throw setting for the F/A-18F are as follows (dual rate setting): Tips: On first flight, fly the model in low rate. The first time you use high rates, be sure to fly at low to medium speeds. High rate, as listed, is only for EXTREME maneuvering. Clevis installation a. d. 2. Carefully spread the clevis, then insert the clevis pin into the desired hole in the control horn. b. e. 3.
EN Before flying the model Flying your model Find a suitable flying site Find a flying site clear of buildings, trees, power lines and other obstructions. Until you know how much area will be required and have mastered flying your plane in confined spaces, choose a site which is at least the size of two to three football fields - a flying field specifically for R/C planes is best. Never fly near people - especially children, who can wander unpredictably.
EN Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution Aircraft will not respond to the throttle but responds to other controls - ESC is not armed - Throttle channel is reversed - Lower throttle stick and throttle trim to lowest settings - Reverse throttle channel on transmitter Excessive vibration or noise from the fan unit - Damaged blades - Ioose motor mount - Reversed polarity - Replace damaged fan unit - Inspect and tighten bolts for the motor or fan assembly - Reverse motor polarity (only if conf
EN ESC instruction Decal instruction Please choose one set of decals to apply to your aircraft according to your personal preference. Water decal instructions. The included decals are water decals, they do not have adhesive backings thus are not applied like usual stickers. Do not force them off the backing paper. Please follow these instructions. 1.Make sure your hands are dry. Cut the desired decal off the sheet using scissors. 2.
