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Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Redcat F/A-18C model R/C aircraft! Headquartered in Phoenix, AZ; Redcat Racing is proud to have become the premier source for quality Gas, Nitro and Electric powered RC products. We at Redcat Racing proudly stand behind our full range of 1/5, 1/8, 1/10 & 1/24 scale RC Cars, Buggies, Trucks, and Planes. Our website and customer support hotline are conveniently located at the bottom of each page throughout your owners handbook.
Safety Warnings Redcat wishes to ensure you receive the most enjoyment from your purchase possible. This aircraft is not a toy, and requires proper training and inspection for safe operation. The warnings listed below should be followed at all times while operating your aircraft! Redcat Racing is not responsible for any injury or damage that may be caused by the improper use or operation of this aircraft or charging system.
Aircraft Specifications Your Redcat Racing F/A-18C comes packed with features typically found only on more expensive competitor models! Below are the general specifications regarding your aircraft. Wingspan Length Height Flying Weight Thrust Motor Ducted Fan Battery Radio System 686mm 1032mm 357mm 640g >450g 4300kV Brushless Motor EDF64x1 11.1V LiPo 4-Channel 2.4ghz Parts Included Your Redcat Racing F/A-18C comes complete with every pictured below.
Understanding & Charging the Battery Your Redcat Racing F/A-18C comes with a powerful 3 cell, 11.1V LiPo battery pack and balance charger. Special care should be taken when charging your battery to ensure safe and optimal battery life. Charger Specifications & Operation WWW.REDCATRACING.
Charger & Battery Safety Precautions Your Redcat Racing P-51 comes with a powerful 3 cell, 11.1V LiPo battery pack and balance charger. Special care should be taken when charging your battery to ensure safe and optimal battery life. Pay special attention to these safety precautions listed below. Failure to do so could result to damage to the battery, charger, or personal property! Precautions - Do not insert a foreign object into the cooling hole of the charger while the power is on.
Aircraft Assembly Minor assembly of your F/A-18C aircraft is required. Please pay close attention to the following assembly steps to obtain maximum performance from your aircraft while flying. Step 1: Installation of the Main Wings. Add glue to the edges of each main wing where it will attach to the plane fuselage. WWW.REDCATRACING.
Aircraft Assembly Minor assembly of your F/A-18C aircraft is required. Please pay close attention to the following assembly steps to obtain maximum performance from your aircraft while flying. Step 2: Installation of servo connectors Note: When connecting servo connectors, ensure wire colors match up. Refer to photo below for proper orientation. WWW.REDCATRACING.
Aircraft Assembly Minor assembly of your F/A-18C aircraft is required. Please pay close attention to the following assembly steps to obtain maximum performance from your aircraft while flying. Step 3: Installation of Horizontal Stabilizers. Add glue to the edges of each horizontal stabilizer where they will attach to the plane fuselage. Connect control linkages to each servo. The linkage clevis should connect with the middle mounting hole on each servo horn. WWW.REDCATRACING.
Aircraft Assembly Minor assembly of your F/A-18C aircraft is required. Please pay close attention to the following assembly steps to obtain maximum performance from your aircraft while flying. Step 4: Installation of Vertical Stabilizers. Add glue to the edges of vertical stabilizer where they will attach to the plane fuselage. Step 5: Installation of Missile Sidepods. Add glue to the edges of each missile sidepod where they will attach to the main wing tips. WWW.REDCATRACING.
Aircraft Assembly Minor assembly of your F/A-18C aircraft is required. Please pay close attention to the following assembly steps to obtain maximum performance from your aircraft while flying. Step 6: Installation of Nose Cone. Add glue to the edges of nose cone where it will attach to the plane fuselage. Step 7: Installation of Landing Gear. Install the steel wire from the landing gear into the grooves on the underside of the plane fuselage.
Aircraft Assembly Minor assembly of your F/A-18C aircraft is required. Please pay close attention to the following assembly steps to obtain maximum performance from your aircraft while flying. Step 8: Installation of Main Landing Gear. Install the steel wire from the main landing gear into the grooves on the underside of the plane fuselage. Note: If the landing gear becomes bent, you can reform these by bending them back in shape by hand. Step 9: Completed Assembly.
Aircraft Assembly Minor assembly of your F/A-18C aircraft is required. Please pay close attention to the following assembly steps to obtain maximum performance from your aircraft while flying. Step 10: Checking the Center of Gravity (CoG). The CoG is the point where your aircraft will balance itself. This is critical to ensuring proper performance during flight. For your initial flight, it is recommended that the CoG be located near the forward edge of the main wings.
Understanding the Radio System Your Redcat Racing F/A-18C comes from the factory with a high-quality 2.4ghz radio transmitter and receiver. Since these are your only source of control over the aircraft, it’s important to take time to review and understand their function. Your radio transmitter has two separate modes which are pictured below. Pay specific attention to the control stick functions outlined below! Tip: Collapse your transmitter antenna by pulling from the bottom of the antenna.
Understanding the Radio System Your Redcat Racing F/A-18C comes from the factory with a high-quality 2.4ghz radio transmitter and receiver. Since these are your only source of control over the aircraft, it’s important to take time to review and understand their function. Your radio transmitter has two separate modes which are pictured below. Pay specific attention to the control stick functions outlined below! Tip: Collapse your transmitter antenna by pulling from the bottom of the antenna.
Understanding the Radio System Your Redcat Racing F/A-18C comes from the factory with a high-quality 2.4ghz radio transmitter and receiver. Since these are your only source of control over the aircraft, it’s important to take time to review and understand their function. Tip: Collapse your transmitter antenna by pulling from the bottom of the antenna. Pushing down on the antenna top can bend or break it, limiting the range of your transmitter.
Binding the Transmitter & Receiver: To ensure proper operation of your aircraft, your radio transmitter and aircraft receiver are bound. These should arrive from the factory, but if you experience problems during your pre-flight check, you may need to follow these instructions to re-bind your receiver. Never cut the length of your receiver antenna! Doing so will severely reduce your transmitter’s range. WWW.REDCATRACING.
Binding the Transmitter & Receiver: To ensure proper operation of your aircraft, your radio transmitter and aircraft receiver are bound. These should arrive from the factory, but if you experience problems during your pre-flight check, you may need to follow these instructions to re-bind your receiver. Never cut the length of your receiver antenna! Doing so will severely reduce your transmitter’s range. WWW.REDCATRACING.
Learning to Fly Your Redcat Racing aircraft is intended for 1st time flyers as well as for experienced operators. By reading and understanding these simple instructions, you will learn to fly your R/C aircraft in no time! Understanding how an Aircraft Flies: By understanding how an aircraft flies you will have greater control over your R/C aircraft. When the aircraft moves forward, the shape of the main wing allows air to provide lift, letting your plane gain altitude.
Troubleshooting The following is a general list of troubleshooting tips you may encounter while operating your aircraft. This is meant as a guide only. If you are encountering problems not described below, contact your local Redcat dealer. You can also contact Redcat customer support directly through the phone number listed at the bottom of each page in your owners handbook.
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Replacement Parts List 5O031: Main Wing Set 5O051: Vertical Stabilizers 5O041: Horizontal Stabilizers 5O071: 5O101: 33013: Nose Cone LiPo Battery Brushless ESC 5O091: 5O061: Main Fuselage Ducted Fan 5O081: Landing Gear Set WWW.REDCATRACING.
Replacement Parts Order Form Mail Completed Form and Payment to: Redcat Racing 23 West Watkins Street Phoenix, AZ 85003 Note: Redcat Racing encourages our customers to purchase Redcat replacement parts through our large dealer network whenever possib le, as they may offer these parts at a lower cost than purchasing direct from Redcat.
Replacement Parts Order Form Mail Completed Form and Payment to: Redcat Racing 23 West Watkins Street Phoenix, AZ 85003 Note: Redcat Racing encourages our customers to purchase Redcat replacement parts through our large dealer network whenever possib le, as they may offer these parts at a lower cost than purchasing direct from Redcat.
Redcat Racing 23 West Watkins Street Phoenix, AZ 85003
