Do not use with incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by Horizon Hobby, LLC. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warn- ings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
Box Contents Quick Start Information Transmitter Set up your transmitter using the Setup transmitter setup chart Hi Rate Low Rate 17mm 12mm 13mm 10mm Dual Rates 18mm 13mm 18mm 14mm Landing Takeoff Flaps =30mm =15mm Center of 73mm +/- 3 back from leading edge of wing at the fuselage.
Model Assembly Horizontal Tail Installation 1. Slide the horizontal tail (A) into the slot in the rear of the fuselage. Ensure the control horn faces down. 2. Secure the horizontal tail piece in place using the included screw (B). Use caution to avoid over-tightening the screw.
If adjustment is required, turn the clevis on the linkage to change the length of the linkage between the servo arm and the control horn. After binding a transmitter to the aircraft receiver, set the trims and sub-trims to 0, then adjust the clevises to center the control surfaces. F4U-4 Corsair 1.2m...
Model Assembly Continued Propeller Installation IMPORTANT: It is recommended to install the propeller after all system setups are completed to reduce the chance of accidental propeller strike. 1. Install back side of propeller hub (A), propeller (B), and front side propeller hub (C) onto the motor shaft (D).
The receiver is bound to the transmitter when the orange bind light on the receiver stays orange. The ESC will also produce a series of three ascending tones. The tones indicate the ESC is armed, provided the throttle stick and throttle trim are low enough to trigger arming. F4U-4 Corsair 1.2m...
Battery Installation and ESC Arming Battery Selection We recommend the E-fl ite ® 2200mAh 11.1V 3S 30C Li-Po battery (EFLB22003S30). Refer to the Optional Parts List for other recommended batteries. If using a battery other than those listed, the battery should be within the range of capacity, dimensions and weight of the E-fl...
fl y the aircraft. Refer to the receiver manual for more information. Once the AS3X system is active, control surfaces may move rapidly. This is normal. AS3X remains active until the battery is disconnected. F4U-4 Corsair 1.2m...
In Flight Trimming During your fi rst fl ight, trim the aircraft for level fl ight at 3/4 throttle with fl aps and gear up. Make small trim adjustments with your transmitter’s trim 3 Seconds switches to straighten the aircraft’s fl ight path. After adjusting trim, do not touch the control sticks for 3 seconds.
Incorrect response Incorrect direction settings to the AS3X Control in the receiver, which can DO NOT fl y. Correct the direction settings (refer to the receiver manual), then fl y Direction Test cause a crash F4U-4 Corsair 1.2m...
Troubleshooting Guide Problem Possible Cause Solution Throttle not at idle and/or throttle trim too high Reset controls with throttle stick and throttle trim at lowest setting Aircraft will not re- Throttle servo travel is lower than 100% Make sure throttle servo travel is 100% or greater spond to throttle but responds to other Throttle channel is reversed...
(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. F4U-4 Corsair 1.2m...
Product, (iv) attempted service by copy of your original sales receipt must be included for warranty consideration. anyone other than a Horizon Hobby authorized service center, (v) Product not Be sure your name, address, and RMA number are clearly written on the purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer, or (vi) Product not compliant outside of the shipping carton.
Compliance Information for the European Union EFL F4U-4 1.2M BNF Basic (EFL8550) EU Compliance Statement: Horizon Hobby, LLC hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provi- sions of the R&TTE and EMC Directive.
Replacement Parts • Ersatzteile • Pièces de rechange • Pezzi di ricambio Part # | Nummer Description Beschreibung Description Descrizione Numéro | Codice E-fl ite 90° rotierendes Fahrwerksset: F4U-4 1.2M - Mécanisme pour train Carrello retrattile 90° paio: F4U-4 EFLG1590R 90 DEG RETRACTS PR: F4U-4 1.2M F4U-4 1,2 m rentrant électrique rotatif 90°...
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