ParkZone Spitfire Mk IX PNP
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1. Installing Glevises on Control Horns and Control Centering Tip Turn the clevis clockwise or counterclockwise on the linkage e Pull the tube from the clevis to the linkage e Carefully spread the clevis and put the clevis pin in a selected hole in the control horn e Move the tube to hold the clevis on the control horn After binding a transmitter to the model receiver set trims and sub trims to 0 then adjust clevises to center the control surfaces Factory Settings Elevator Ailerons Rudder Fly the model at factory settings before making changes For pilots who gt 3 wish for more control throw adjust position of linkages on servo arms and S S control horns for increased travel S S we mb o o Center of Gravity CG Place battery all the way forward in the fuselage and hold the battery in place using a hook and loop strap It is easiest to balance the Spitfire Mk IX with the aircraft inverted 2 55 inches from leading edge of the wing at fuselage EN Control Direction Test Bind your aircraft and transmitter before doing these tests Move the controls on the transmitter to make sure the aircraft control surfaces move correctly After doing the Control Test correctly set failsafe Make sure transmitter controls are at neutral and the throttle and throttle trim are in the low position then rebind the model to your transmitter If the receiver loses link to the transmitter failsafe makes the controls an2. Bl parkzore Spitfire Mk IX Instruction Manual e Bedienungsanleitung e Manuel d utilisation e Manuale di Istruzioni EN NOTICE All instructions warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby Inc For up to date product literature visit www horizonhobby com and click on the support tab for this product Meaning of Special Language The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product NOTICE Procedures which if not properly followed create a possibility of physical property damage AND little or no possibility of injury CAUTION Procedures which if not properly followed create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury WARNING Procedures which if not properly followed create the probability of property damage collateral damage and serious injury OR create a high probability of superficial injury A 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 It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsible manner could result in inj
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4. Y harnesses There is no difference between two connections on a Y harness Left and right servo connectors do not have to be connected to a particular side of a Y harness 8 Where needed disassemble in reverse order NOTICE Use of CA accelerant on your model can damage paint DO NOT wipe accelerant from model but let accelerant evaporate Installing Horizontal Tail Install the tube in the hole in the fuselage Install the left horizontal tail on tube Install the left horizontal tail in fuselage mount Install the right horizontal tail on tube in mount and on connector with left tail 5 Apply four pieces of tape on the fuselage mounts and top and bottom of the horizontal tail 6 Attach clevis to the elevator control horn see instructions for clevis connection 7 When needed disassemble in reverse order DWG Installing Cannons and Antenna 1 Install cannons on the front of the wings using two screws A for each cannon 2 Install antenna in slot on top of the fuselage behind the canopy 1 5 X 7mm 4 JI Installing Landing Gear Intallation 1 Install the left landing gear plate A marked with an L in wing using four screws B 2 Install the left landing gear strut in plate as shown 3 Install the left cover C marked L on strut D using two screws E 4 Install wheel on the strut using collar Make sure the bushing side of the wheel is toward the bend in the stru
5. 1 4 Alle Spektrum DX8 Sender konnen fur Mode 1 4 eingestellt werden Tous les emetteurs Spektrum DX8 peuvent tres param tr s dans les 4 modes Tutti i trasmettitori Spektrum DX8 possono essere configurati per i modelli 1 4 2011 Horizon Hobby Inc ParkZone JR DSMX DSM2 ModelMatch Bind N Fly Z Foam and Plug N Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby Inc The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries Inc Futaba is a registered trademark of Futaba Denshi Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation of Japan Patents Pending www parkzone com PKZ5780 PKZ5775 Created 06 11 30681 G parkzone
6. Continuing to use charge or discharge a battery that is ballooning or swelling can result in fire e Always store the battery at room temperature in a dry area for best results e Always transport or temporarily store the battery in a temperature range of 40 120 F Do not store battery or model in a car or direct sunlight If stored in a hot car the battery can be damaged or even catch fire EN Thank you for purchasing the Park Zone Spitfire Mk IX You are just minutes away from one of the most exciting RC warbird experiences available The Superma rine Spitfire is an icon of British grit and determination Its fluid lines are as much a work of art as the aerodynamics ParkZone has brilliantly captured its power and grace with this remarkably scale brushless Mk IX replica The Mk IX was developed by Supermarine in 1942 to counter the threat posed by the Focke Wulf 190 It also has the distinction of being the first Allied warplane to shoot down an Me 262 jet Before you take your first flight however you must thoroughly read this manual Along with the assembly instructions you ll find important setup tips a pre flight checklist and a handy troubleshooting guide It s all here so your first flight and everyone after is as rewarding as it can be CS o d F K uy L HEAR Table of Contents SC WANTER 2 Center OF Gravity EE 8 Charging the Flight Battery 4 Control Direction TES 9 Low Voltage Cutoff UV 4 Dual
7. GUC ees 10 Transmitter and Receiver Bumdimng 5 Service of Power Components s ssesssesreerrrerrrsrireerrrerrrsrrrsrrererens 10 Installing Battery rina 5 Flying TIPS and Repair 11 Before gll D First Flight Preparaton 11 Installing a RECEIVEr ira 6 Maintenance After Flying ccccccssssseecsseceesseeeeesseeeessseeeesseeees 11 Battery Selection and InstallatiON n 6 AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code ccc ecesescsseeseseeeees 12 Installing Wing RE D Troubleshooting Guide seeeeeseeesiresrreerrrerresrrrsrrrerrrnerrnsrrrsrrrrerens 13 Installing Horizontal Tal 7 Limited Warranty 14 Installing Cannons and Antenna ccccescccsssescsesssseeseseeessseeeeseees 7 Contact Information 0 eee eee ecceeeesssseecseeeeesseeesseeeesseeeeeeeeseeeseees 15 Installing Landing Gear 7 Compliance Information for the European Union 15 Installing Optional Retractable Landing Gear 8 Parts CONtacts 55 Installing Clevises on Control Horns and Control Centering 8 Replacement Parts 55 Factory Re ul 8 Optional Pisi 56 43 2 in 1100mm Bind N Fly Plug N Play Aircraft Aircraft IAC 15 size BL outrunner 950Kv Installed Installed es EFL 30A Pro SB brushless ESC B i Needed to d Recommended Receiver Spektrum DSM2 Complete or DSMX full range or park flyer s
8. not Control surface control horn linkage or servo damage Replace or repair damaged parts and adjust controls D s Wire is damaged or connections are loose Do a check of wires and connections connect or replace as needed Transmitter is not bound correctly or the incorrect model Re bind or select correct model in transmitter was selected BEC Battery Elimination Circuit of the ESC is damaged Replace ESC Controls reversed Transmitter settings are reversed Do the Control Direction Test and adjust controls on transmitter appropriately Motor power pulses then ESC uses default soft Low Voltage Cutoff LVC Recharge flight battery or replace battery motor loses power that is no longer performing Weather conditions might be too cold Postpone flight until weather is warmer Battery is old worn out or damaged Replace battery Battery C rating might be too small Use recommended 25C battery Aircraft will not Bind dur ing binding to transmitter Aircraft will not link after binding to transmitter EN Limited Warranty What this Warranty Covers Horizon Hobby Inc 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 What is Not Covered This warranty is not transferable and does not cover i cosmetic damage ii damage due to acts of God accident misuse abuse negligence commercial use or du
9. ANTY TORT NEGLIGENCE STRICT LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY EVEN IF HORIZON HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBIL ITY OF SUCH DAMAGES Further in no event shall the liability of Horizon exceed the individual price of the Product on which liability is asserted As Horizon has no control over use setup final assembly modification or misuse no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any resulting damage or injury By the act of use setup or assembly the user accepts all resulting liability If you as the purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of the Product purchaser is advised to return the Product immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase Law These terms are governed by Illinois law without regard to conflict of law principals This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Horizon reserves the right to change or modify this warranty at any time without notice Warranty Services Questions Assistance and Services Your local hobby store and or place of purchase cannot provide warranty sup port or service Once assembly setup or use of the Product has been started you must contact your local distributor or Horizon directly This will enable Horizon to better answer your questions and service you in the event that you may need any assistance For questions or assistance please direct your e
10. ale ingranaggi in metallo PKZ5116 15 BL Outrunner Motor 950KV 15BL AuBenl ufer 950Kv Extra 300 oe a Cage tumane 15 BL motore cassa rotante 950KV EFLA1030 30 Amp Pro SB Brushless ESC 30A Pro SB Regler Contr leur 30A Pro SB 30 Amp Pro SB Brushless ESC PKZ5701 Spinner Spitfire Mk IX ParkZone Spinner Spitfire MKIX Spitfire MkIX C ne Ogiva Spitfire Mk IX PKZ5702 Decal Sheet Spitfire Mk IX Park Zone Dekorbogen Spitfire MkIX Spitfire MkIX Planche de d coration _ Foglio adesivi Spitfire Mk IX PKZ5703 Main LG Set Spitfire MkIX ParkZone Hauptfahrwerk Spitfire MKIX SE GERS Set carrello princ Spitfire MKIX PKZ5705 Main Wheel Set Spitfire Mk IX ParkZone Rader Spitfire MkIX Spitfire MKIX Set de roues principales Set ruote princ Spitfire Mk IX PKZ5706 LG Fairing Set Spitfire Mk IX illa Spitfire MkIX Set de car nages Set carenature carrello Spitfire Mk IX PKZ5707 Tail Gear Set Spitfire Mk IX ParkZone Spornrad Spitfire MkIX Tail Gear Set Spitfire Mk IX Set ruota di coda Spitfire Mk IX PKZ5717 Prebent LG Struts Spitfire Mk IX i EE RER Spitfire MKIX jambes de train Gambe carrello piegate Spitfire Mk IX PKZ5718 Battery Hatch Spitfire Mk IX Park Zone Akkuklappe Spitfire MKIX Spitfire MkIX Trappe d accu Sportello batterie Spitfire Mk IX PKZ5719 Wing Cannons Spitfire Mk IX ParkZone Fl chen MG Spitfire MIX Spitfire MkIX Canons d aile Cannoni alari Spitfire Mk IX PKZ5720 Painted Wing Spitfire Mk IX Geer Tragfl chen lackiert
11. ays carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional support equipment chargers rechargeable battery packs etc e Always keep all chemicals small parts and anything electrical out of the reach of children e Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not specifically designed and protected for this purpose Moisture causes damage to electronics e Never place any portion of the model in your mouth as it could cause serious injury or even death e Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries Battery Warnings The Battery Charger included with your aircraft is designed to safely charge the Li Po battery CAUTION All instructions and warnings must be followed exactly Mishandling of Li Po batteries can result in a fire personal injury and or property damage e By handling charging or using the included Li Po battery you assume all e NEVER USE A Ni Cd OR Ni MH CHARGER Failure to charge the battery with risks associated with lithium batteries a compatible charger may cause fire resulting in personal injury and or e lf at any time the battery begins to balloon or swell discontinue use imme property damage Never discharge Li Po cells to below 3V under load Never cover warning labels with hook and loop strips Never leave charging batteries unattended Never charge batteries outside safe temperature range Never charge damaged batteries diately If charging or discharging discontinue and disconnect
12. d throttle go to these settings made at binding Up Elevator Down Elevator EN Dual Rates We recommend using a DSM2 DSMX aircraft transmitter capable of dual rates High Rat Adjust according to individual preferences after initial flight Ig ate Low Rate 15mm up down 11mm up down 14mm up down 10mm up down 25mm left right 18mm left right Service of Power Components Disassembly Assembly 1 Remove screw A and nose cone B from spinner nut C Assemble in reverse order 2 Use a tool to remove the spinner nut NOTICE Make sure the propeller side with the numbers for diameter and 3 Remove propeller D nose cone plate E backplate F and collet G from pitch for example 9 5 x 7 5 faces out from the backplate A tool is required motor shaft to tighten the spinner nut on the collet 4 Remove six screws H from cowling I 5 Carefully remove cowling from fuselage Paint may keep cowling attached to the fuselage 6 Remove four screws J from the motor mount K and fuselage Disconnect motor wires from ESC wires 8 Remove four screws L and motor M from motor mount Keep rubber washers attached to the motor mount when removing screws and motor from motor mount N 2X10mm 4 1 5X5mm 6 Not all wiring shown A CAUTION Always disconnect the flight battery from the model before removing the propeller Flying Tips and Repairs Range Check your Radio System After final as
13. d traffic patterns at any airport heliport or seaplane base except where there is a mixed use agreement e Not exceed a takeoff weight including fuel of 55 pounds unless in compliance with the AMA Large Model Aircraft program AMA Document 520 A f Ensure the aircraft is identified with the name and address or AMA number of the owner on the inside or affixed to the outside of the model aircraft This does not apply to model aircraft flown indoors g Not operate aircraft with metal blade propellers or with gaseous boosts except for helicopters operated under the provisions of AMA Document 555 h Not operate model aircraft while under the influence of alcohol or while using any drug which could adversely affect the pilot s ability to safely control the model i Not operate model aircraft carrying pyrotechnic devices which explode or burn or any device which propels a projectile or drops any object that creates a hazard to persons or property Exceptions e Free Flight fuses or devices that burn producing smoke and are securely attached to the model aircraft during flight e Rocket motors using solid propellant up to a G series size may be used provided they remain attached to the model during flight Model rockets may be flown in accordance with the National Model Rocketry Safety Code but may not be launched from model aircraft Officially designated AMA Air Show Teams AST are authorized to use devices and practice
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15. econds PLUL N p gu Installing a Receiver 1 Remove the wing to install a receiver 2 Install your park flyer or full range receiver in the fuselage using hook and 4 Attach the aileron Y harness to the aileron channel of the receiver loop tape or double sided servo tape 5 Attach the ESC connector to the throttle channel of the receiver 3 Attach the elevator and rudder servo connectors to the appropriate chan nels of the receiver Battery Selection and Installation 1 We recommend the ParkZone 2200mAh 11 1V 25C Li Po battery PKZ1029 3 Your battery should be approximately the same capacity dimensions and 2 H using another battery the battery must be at least a 25C 2100mAh battery weight as the ParkZone Li Po battery to fit in the fuselage without changing the center of gravity Installing Wing 1 Where installed remove battery hatch from fuselage 2 Turn aircraft over so the bottom of the fuselage faces up 3 Put the wing s guide pins in the fuselage plate holes 4 Where used put aileron and retractable landing gear connectors in the hole in the fuselage Make sure connectors do not fall out of the fuselage after wing is installed 5 Align and attach wing to the fuselage using two screws A CAUTION Do NOT crush or otherwise damage wiring when attaching wing to fuselage 6 Turn assembled fuselage and wing so the bottom of the wing is down 7 Connect servo connectors to the receiver or 3 X 25mm 2
16. ll Vice President International Operations and Risk Management Horizon Hobby Inc HO WLR _ C Declaration of Conformity in accordance with ISO IEC 17050 1 No HH2011071502 Product s Spitfire Mk IX PNP Item Number s PKZ5775 Equipment class 1 The object of declaration described above is in conformity with the require ments of the specifications listed below following the provisions of the European R amp TTE directive 1999 5 EC EN 301 489 1 V1 7 1 2006 EN 301 489 3 V1 4 1 2008 HTD ANL Steven A Hall Vice President International Operations and Risk Management Horizon Hobby Inc Signed for and on behalf of Horizon Hobby Inc Champaign IL USA July 15 2011 Instructions for disposal of WEEE by users in the European Union This product must not be disposed of with other waste Instead it is the user s responsibility to dispose of their waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collections point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling please contact your local city office your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product 19 Parts Contac
17. ly written on the outside of the shipping carton Notice Do not ship LiPo batteries to Horizon If you have any issue with a LiPo battery please contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support office Warranty Requirements For Warranty consideration you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof of purchase date Provided warranty conditions have been met your Product will be serviced or replaced free of charge Service or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon Non Warranty Service Should your service not be covered by warranty service will be com pleted and payment will be required without notification or estimate of the expense unless the expense exceeds 50 of the retail purchase cost By submitting the item for service you are agreeing to payment of the service without notification Service estimates are available upon request You must include this request with your item submitted for service Non warranty service estimates will be billed a minimum of 1 2 hour of labor In addition you will be billed for return freight Horizon accepts money orders and cashiers checks as well as Visa MasterCard American Express and Discover cards By submitting any item to Horizon for service you are agreeing to Horizon s Terms and Condi tions found on our website www horizonhobby com Service Request Contact Information Address 4105 Fieldstone Rd Champaign Illinois 61822 USA 4105 Field
18. mail to productsupport horizonhobby com or call 877 504 0233 toll free to speak to a Product Support representative You may also find information on our website at www horizonhobby com Inspection or Services H this Product needs to be inspected or serviced please use the Horizon Online Service Request submission process found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number Pack the Product securely using a shipping carton Please note that original boxes may be included but are not designed to withstand the rigors of shipping without ad ditional protection Ship via a carrier that provides tracking and insurance for lost or damaged parcels as Horizon is not responsible for merchandise until it arrives and is accepted at our facility An Online Service Request is available at www horizonhobby com under the Support tab If you do not have internet access please contact Horizon Product Support to obtain a RMA number along with instructions for submitting your product for service When calling Horizon you will be asked to provide your complete name street address email address and phone number where you can be reached during business hours When sending product into Horizon please include your RMA number a list of the included items and a brief summary of the problem A copy of your Original sales receipt must be included for warranty consideration Be sure your name address and RMA number are clear
19. nal flying behind the safety line is prohibited RC model aircraft must use the radio control frequencies currently allowed by the Federal Communications Commission FCC Only individuals properly licensed by the FCC are authorized to operate equipment on Amateur Band frequencies RC model aircraft will not operate within three 3 miles of any pre existing flying site without a frequency management agreement AMA Documents 922 Testing for RF Interference 923 Frequency Management Agreement With the exception of events flown under official AMA Competition Regulations excluding takeoff and landing no powered model may be flown outdoors closer than 25 feet to any individual except for the pilot and the pilot s helper s located at the flight line Under no circumstances may a pilot or other person touch a model aircraft in flight while it is still under power except to divert it from striking an individual This does not apply to model aircraft flown indoors RC night flying requires a lighting system providing the pilot with a clear view of the model s attitude and orientation at all times The pilot of a RC model aircraft shall a Maintain control during the entire flight maintaining visual contact without enhancement other than by corrective lenses prescribed for the pilot b Fly using the assistance of a camera or First Person View FPV only in accordance with the procedures outlined in AMA Document 550 Plea
20. not put at the lowest position If you encounter problems follow binding instructions and refer to transmitter troubleshooting guide for other instructions If needed contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support office Installing Battery 1 Carefully lift the back of battery hatch A and pull hatch pins from the holes in the fuselage to remove hatch 2 Install flight battery B all the way to the front of the battery compartment 3 Connect battery connector to the ESC power connector 4 Make sure the flight battery B is held tight using a hook and loop strap C 5 Install battery hatch on fuselage Make sure the magnets on hatch and fuselage touch A CAUTION Always disconnect the Li Po battery from the aircraft receiver when not flying to avoid over discharging the battery Batteries discharged to a voltage lower than the lowest approved voltage may be damaged resulting in loss of performance and potential fire when batteries are charged A CAUTION Always keep hands away from propeller When armed the motor will turn the propeller in response to any throttle movement DDA Prevent damage to paint on the fuselage and hatch by installing a small amount of included clear tape Use folded tape as a handle to lift the hatch from the fuselage EN Before Flight uo A e Lower throttle and LAI i e Connect battery throttle trim to to ESC lowest settings Y Continuous LED a Series of tones s
21. ntil accelerant fully dries Make sure linkages move freely Perform the Control Direction Test with the transmitter 9 Adjust flight controls and transmitter 10 Perform a radio system Range Check 11 Find a safe and open area 12 Plan flight for flying field conditions pa N 5 Repair or replace all damaged parts Store flight battery apart from aircraft and monitor the battery charge 7 Make note of flight conditions and flight plan results planning for future flights DI 11 EN AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code Effective January 1 2011 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 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 b At a location where model aircraft activities are prohibited 2 Model aircraft pilots will a Yield the right of way to all man carrying aircraft b See and avoid all aircraft and a spotter must be used when appropriate AMA Document 540 D See and Avoid Guidance c Not fly higher than approximately 400 feet above ground level within three 3 miles of an airport without notifying the airport operator d Not interfere with operations an
22. or shorter flights once you have flown the model When the motor pulses land the aircraft immediately and recharge the flight battery It is not recommended to fly the battery to LVC The Spitfire Mk IX is easiest to land doing a wheel landing two point A wheel landing two point is when the airplane touches down on the main landing gear first with the tailwheel off the ground The Spitfire Mk IX can be landed in three point attitude where all three wheels touch down at the same time but the wheel landing is easier to accomplish Once the airplane touches down reduce back pressure on the elevator stick to prevent the plane from becoming airborne again Fly the airplane down to the ground using 1 4 1 3 throttle to allow for enough energy for a proper flare Avoid sharp turns on the ground until the plane has slowed enough to prevent scraping the wingtips A WARNING decrease throttle at propeller strike NOTICE When finished flying never keep the airplane in the sun Do not store the aircraft in a hot enclosed area such as a car Doing so can damage the foam Repairs Thanks to the Z Foam construction of the Spitfire Mk IX repairs to the foam can be made using virtually any adhesive hot glue regular CA cyanocrylate adhesive epoxy etc When parts are not repairable see the Replacement Parts List for ordering by item number NOTICE Use of CA accelerant on your model can damage paint DO NOT handle model u
23. pacity of 300mAh 3S 11 1V 2200mAh 25C Li Po Battery Pack PKZ1029 The ParkZone 3S Li Po battery pack features a balancing lead that allows you to safely charge your battery pack when used with the included ParkZone Li Po balancing charger A CAUTION The balance connector must be inserted into the correct port of your charger prior to charging 1 Charge only batteries that are cool to the touch and are not damaged Look at the battery to make sure it is not damaged e g swollen bent broken or punctured 2 Attach the input cord of the charger to the appropriate power supply 12V accessory outlet 3 When the Li Po charger has been correctly powered up there will be an approximate 3 second delay then an audible beep and the green ready LED will flash 4 Turn the control on the Amps selector so the arrow points to the charging rate required for the Battery the Spitfire Mk IX s included 2200mAh Li Po battery will charge at 2 0 amps DO NOT change the charge rate once the battery begins charging 5 Move the cell selector switch to 3 cell for your battery 6 Connect the Balancing Lead of the Battery to the 3 cell it has 4 pins charger port 7 The green and red LEDs may flash during the charging process when the charger is balancing cells Balancing prolongs the life of the battery 8 When the battery is fully charged there will be an audible beep for about 3 seconds and the green LED will shine continuousl
24. port receiver Needed to Battery 2200mA 3S 25C Li Po Installed 217 Included CETO Battery Charger 300mA 2 0A Complete 2 3 cell Li Po battery charger Needed to Needed to KE JJ Recommended Transmitter Complete Complete gz Full Range 2 4GHz with Spektrum DSM2 DSMX technology Installed Installed I Installed Installed 4 Servos LL 37 3 in 950mm dh 41 1 02111709 To register your product online visit www parkzone com EN BNF Charging the Flight Battery Your Spitfire Mk IX comes with a DC balancing charger and 3S Li Po battery You should only charge your battery with the included charger Never leave the battery and charger unattended during the charge process Failure to follow the instructions properly could result in a fire When charging make certain the bat tery is on a heat resistant surface Charge the flight battery while assembling the aircraft Install the fully charged battery to perform control tests and binding The Battery Charging Process DC Li Po Balancing Charger Features Charges 2 to 3 cell lithium polymer battery packs Variable charge rates from 300mAh to 2 amp Simple single push button operation LED charge status indicator LED cell balance indicator Audible beeper indicates power and charge status 12V accessory outlet input cord Specifications e Input power 12V DC 3 amp e Charges 2 to 3 cell Li Po packs with minimum ca
25. ransmitter to the receiver for proper operation Please visit www bindnfly com for a complete list of compatible transmitters When using a Futaba transmitter with a Spektrum DSM module you must reverse the throttle channel v Binding Procedure Reference Table 1 Read transmitter instructions for binding to a receiver location of transmitter s Bind control 2 Make sure the transmitter is powered off 3 Move the transmitter controls to neutral flight controls rudder elevators and ailerons or to low positions throttle throttle trim 4 Install a bind plug in the receiver bind port Connect the flight battery to the ESC D The receiver LED will begin to flash rapidly 7 Power on the transmitter while holding the transmitter bind button or switch Refer to your transmitter s manual for binding button or switch instructions 8 When the receiver binds to the transmitter the light on the receiver will be solid and the ESC will produce a series of sounds The series of sounds is a long tone then three short tones that confirm the LVC is set for the ESC 9 Remove the bind plug from the bind port 10 Safely store the bind plug some owners attach the bind plug to their transmitter using two part loops and clips 11 The receiver should retain the binding instructions received from the transmitter until another binding is done The throttle will not arm if the transmitter s throttle control is
26. s as defined within the Team AMA Program Document AMA Document 718 j Not operate a turbine powered aircraft unless in compliance with the AMA turbine regulations AMA Document 510 A 3 Model aircraft will not be flown in AMA sanctioned events air shows or model demonstrations unless a The aircraft control system and pilot skills have successfully demonstrated all maneuvers intended or anticipated prior to the specific event b An inexperienced pilot is assisted by an experienced pilot 4 When and where required by rule helmets must be properly worn and fastened They must be OSHA DOT ANSI SNELL or NOCSAE approved or comply with comparable standards B RADIO CONTROL 1 All pilots shall avoid flying directly over unprotected people vessels vehicles or structures and shall avoid endangerment of life and property of others A successful radio equipment ground range check in accordance with manufacturer s recommendations will be completed before the first flight of a new or repaired model aircraft At all flying sites a safety line s must be established in front of which all flying takes place AMA Document 706 Recommended Field Layout a Only personnel associated with flying the model aircraft are allowed at or in front of the safety line b At air shows or demonstrations a straight safety line must be established c An area away from the safety line must be maintained for spectators d Intentio
27. se see your local or regional modeling association s guidelines for proper safe operation of your model aircraft EN Troubleshooting Guide Problem Possible Cause Solution to throttle but responds to at lowest setting Flight conditions may be too cold Make sure battery is warm before use Transmitter is too near aircraft during binding process Move powered transmitter a few feet from aircraft disconnect and reconnect flight battery to aircraft Aircraft or transmitter is too close to large metal object Move aircraft or transmitter away from large metal object Bind plug is not installed correctly in bind port Install bind plug in bind port and bind aircraft to transmitter Flight battery Transmitter battery charge is too low Replace recharge batteries Transmitter is too near aircraft during linking process Move powered transmitter a few feet from aircraft disconnect and reconnect flight battery to aircraft Aircraft or transmitter is too close to large metal object Move aircraft or transmitter away from large metal object Bind plug is left installed in bind port Rebind transmitter to aircraft and remove bind plug before cycling power Aircraft bound to different model memory ModelMatch radios Select correct model memory on transmitter only Flight battery Transmitter battery charge is too low Replace recharge batteries Transmitter may have been bound using different DSM Protocol Bind aircraft to transmitter Control surface does
28. sembly range check the radio system with the Spitfire Mk IX Refer to your specific transmitter instruction manual for range test information Flying Always choose a wide open space for flying your ParkZone Spitfire Mk IX It is ideal that you fly at a sanctioned flying field If you are not flying at an approved site always avoid flying near houses trees wires and buildings You should also be careful to avoid flying in areas where there are many people such as busy parks schoolyards or soccer fields Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a location to fly your aircraft The Spitfire Mk IX is meant to be flown like a warbird Care must be given when providing elevator input especially when flying at higher speeds If excessive elevator is given especially at higher speeds you could cause the wing to flex when making tight turns First Flight Preparation Remove and inspect contents Charge flight battery Read this instruction manual thoroughly Fully assemble model Install the flight battery in the aircraft once it has been fully charged Bind aircraft to your transmitter Sai Pete DO Maintenance After Flying Disconnect flight battery from ESC Required for Safety and battery life Power off transmitter Remove flight battery from aircraft Recharge flight battery a cadi E Landing For your first flights set your transmitter timer or a stopwatch to 7 minutes Adjust your timer for longer
29. stone Rd Champaign Illinois 61822 USA Units 1 4 Ployters Rd Staple Tye Harlow Essex CM18 7NS United Kingdom Hamburger Str 10 25335 Elmshorn Germany 14 Rue Gustave Eiffel Country of Purchase Horizon Hobby Horizon Service Center Electronics and engines United States of America Horizon Product Support All other products United Kingdom Horizon Hobby Limited Germany Horizon Technischer Service France Horizon Hobby SAS 91230 Montgeron Zone d Activit du R veil Matin EN Phone Number Email Address 877 504 0233 Online Repair Request visit www horizonhobby com service 877 504 0233 productsupport horizonhobby com 44 0 1279 641 097 sales horizonhobby co uk 49 4121 46199 66 service horizonhobby de 33 0 1 60 47 44 70 infofrance horizonhobby com Compliance Information for the European Union Declaration of Conformity in accordance with ISO IEC 17050 1 No HH2011071503 Product s Spitfire Mk IX BNF Item Number s PKZ5780 Equipment class The object of declaration described above is in conformity with the require ments of the specifications listed below following the provisions of the European R amp TTE directive 1999 5 EC and EMC Directive 2004 108 EC EN 301 489 1 V1 7 1 2006 EN 301 489 17 V1 3 2 2008 EN55022 2006 EN55024 1998 A1 2001 A2 2003 CE Signed for and on behalf of Horizon Hobby Inc Champaign IL USA July 15 2011 Steven A Ha
30. t 5 Tighten setscrew F in collar Use a small amount of threadlock to hold setscrew in collar Install the left wheel pant G marked L on the strut Install right landing gear the same as left landing gear DI N 2X12mm 4 Removal When needed disassemble in reverse order EN EN Installing Optional Retractable Landing Gear 1 Remove wing from the model and disconnect aileron servos from Y harness 2 Remove fixed landing gear and included parts from the wing 3 Install required struts A PKZ5717 sold separately on retract gear B EFLG100 sold separately according to the instructions included with electric retracts z Pre bent retract struts with three spring coils are required so the wheels n Lu can go in the wheel wells without being blocked 3 X 23mm 8 DO Plug retracts into gear y harness connectors in the landing gear mount Install retracts in wing using left and right retract cover plates C marked L and R and eight screws D 6 Pull extra gear y harness slack through the hole in the middle of the wing on the top 7 Place each gear y harness connector in the slot on the inside edge of each radiator scoop E 8 Inthe fuselage connect the aileron servos to aileron Y harness and connect gear Y harness to GEAR port on receiver 9 Install wheels collars and wheel pants on the retract struts as inlanding gear installation instructions 10 Install wing on model ia
31. t Information e Kontaktinformationen fur Ersatzteile e Coordonn s pour obtenir de pieces d tach es Recapiti per i ricambi Country of Purchase Horizon Hobby Address Phone Number Email Address United States of Sales 4105 Fieldstone Rd 800 338 4639 America Champaign Illinois 61822 USA Sales horizonhobby com Units 1 4 Ployters Rd Staple Tye 44 0 1279 641 097 United Kingdom Horizon Hobby Limited Harlow Essex sales horizonhobby co uk CM18 7NS United Kingdom German Horizon Technischer Service Hamburger Str 10 49 4121 46199 60 y 25335 Elmshorn Germany service horizonhobby de 14 Rue Gustave Eiffel France Horizon Hobby SAS Zone d Activite du Reveil Matin 91230 Montgeron e 33 0 1 60 47 44 70 infofrance horizonhobby com Replacement Parts e Ersatzteile e Pieces de rechange e Pezzi di ricambio Part Nummer Num ro I e Description Beschreibung Description Descrizione PKZ1012 Propeller 9 5 X 7 5 Luftschraube 9 5x7 5 H lice 9 5X7 5 Elica 9 5 X 7 5 PKZ1081 SV80 Long Lead 3 Wire Servo SV80 Servo mit langem Kabel Servo SV80 3 c bles SV80 servo con cavo lungo a 3 fili PKZ1029 11 1V 3S 25C 2200MAH Li Po 11 1V 3S 25C 2200mAh LiPo 11 1V 3S 25C 2200MAH Li Po 11 1V 3S 25C 2200MAH Li Po PKZ1040 2 3 DC Li Po Balancing Charger ParkZone 12V 2 3S LiPo Balancer Lader Chargeur quilibreur 2 3S Li Po EE a PKZ1090 DSV130 digital metal gear DSV130 Digitalservo MG DSV130 digital pignons m tal DSV130 digit
32. ury or damage to the product or other property This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision Do not attempt disassembly use with incompatible components or augment product in any way without the approval of Horizon Hobby Inc This manual contains instructions for safety operation and maintenance It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual prior to assembly setup or use in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury Additional Safety Precautions and Warnings As the user of this product you are solely responsible for operating in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the product or the property of others This model is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from many sources outside your control This interference can cause momentary loss of control So it is advisable to always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model as this margin will help avoid collisions or injury Age Recommendation Not for children under 14 years This is not a toy e Always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model to avoid collisions or injury This model is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from many sources outside your control Interference can cause momentary loss of control e Always operate your model in open spaces away from full size vehicles traffic and people e Alw
33. y Attempting to charge an over discharged battery will cause the charger to repeatedly flash and beep indicating an error has occurred 9 Always unplug the battery from the charger immediately upon completion of charging CAUTION Overcharging a battery can cause a fire A CAUTION Only use a charger specifically designed to charge a Li Po battery Failure to do so could result in fire causing injury or property damage A CAUTION Never exceed the recommended charge rate Low Voltage Cutoff LVC When a Li Po battery is discharged below 3V per cell it will not hold a charge The ESC protects the flight battery from over discharge using Low Voltage Cutoff LVC Before the battery charge decreases too much LVC removes power supplied to the motor Power to the motor pulses showing that some battery power is reserved for flight control and safe landing When the motor pulses land the aircraft immediately and recharge the flight battery Disconnect and remove the Li Po battery from the aircraft after use to prevent trickle discharge Fully charge your Li Po battery before storing it During storage make sure battery charge does not go below 3V per cell Transmitter and Receiver Binding Binding is the process of programming the receiver of the control unit to recognize the GUID Globally Unique Identifier code of a single specific transmitter You need to bind your chosen Spektrum DSM2 DSMX technology equipped aircraft t
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