HobbyZone Firebird Commander 2 Instruction Manual

HobbyZone Firebird Commander 2 Instruction Manual

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HobbyZone
®
products are distributed exclusively by
Horizon Hobby, Inc.
4105 Fieldstone Road
Champaign, IL 61822
©2005 Horizon Hobby, Inc.

Instruction Manual

7827
HBZ2615

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    HobbyZone ® products are distributed exclusively by Horizon Hobby, Inc. 4105 Fieldstone Road Champaign, IL 61822 ©2005 Horizon Hobby, Inc. Instruction Manual 7827 HBZ2615...
  • Page 2 “take over” by reducing the throttle and making corrective directional control to help prevent the plane from Our mission at HobbyZone is to make sure you have success when you crashing to the ground. fly your Firebird Commander 2, while ensuring you have safe fun and...
  • Page 3 Transmitter Motor Test and Battery Discharging 1. Turn on the transmitter. Adult Supervision Required Needed for Step 1 2. Install the battery in the fuselage slot and WARNING: Keep everything clear of the plug it into the connector. propeller AT ALL TIMES and hold the plane “AA”...
  • Page 4: Charging The Aircraft Battery

    Charging the Aircraft Battery Wing and Landing Gear Attachment Note: Never charge a hot battery or a Mounting the Landing Gear You can purchase the variable rate DC peak battery that is already charged. Always Insert the landing gear into the slot on the Needed for Step 4 charger (HBZ1026) and safely peak charge discharge the battery before every charge.
  • Page 5: Tail Control Test

    Tail Control Test Tail Control Test (continued) WARNING: Be sure to keep everything 1. Switch on the transmitter. Check the LED. clear of the propeller when the tail control Do not touch the sticks for 2 seconds View from test is performed in the event that the while the transmitter automatically Rear motor is accidentally engaged.
  • Page 6: Choose A Calm Day

    Please take this warning seriously to keep people, property SUCCESS TIP: Be smart! Follow this tip and and your Firebird Commander 2 safe. Crash protect your Firebird Commander ® 2—you’ll damage is NOT covered by the warranty.
  • Page 7: Range Test

    Hand Launch Range Test You will need two people to do the range If your Firebird Commander 2 does not IMPORTANT: Before launching, determine WARNING: Keep the spinning propeller test—one to hold the transmitter and one to the wind direction by watching which way range test correctly, do not fly it.
  • Page 8: Runway Takeoff (Rog)

    1. After launching, the model will begin control stick as necessary to keep the climbing. Keep the throttle full on. Firebird Commander 2 headed directly 2. Make right and left adjustments of the into the wind. right control stick to keep it flying straight 4.
  • Page 9 “on”, repeat the steps listed above in sticks in order to allow the plane to Your Firebird Commander 2 comes with the this section. You will hear one beep when recover completely.
  • Page 10 Firebird Commander 2 and the ACT software, altitude. The system may not save your brightly and/or is low in the horizon. Do...
  • Page 11: Throttle Adjustment

    This allows Note: If you’re flying with the motor off or at motor. The Firebird Commander 2 will glide you to simply "slide" in for a safe landing. a low speed, allow the Firebird Commander ®...
  • Page 12 Leveling the Tail Control Flaps Making Adjustments: Plane Turns to the Left or Right Before making your first flight, if tail control If the airplane keeps turning to the left and If the airplane keeps turning to the right and flaps are not level with rest of tail surface, adjusting the trim control lever (page 15) adjusting the trim control lever (page 15)
  • Page 13 Add the wing shim when the wind (see page 23). is gusting more than 10 mph. IMPORTANT: Adding the wing shim will cause the Firebird Commander 2 to fly faster, due to the wing’s reduced incidence angle. Screw In...
  • Page 14: Warnings And Safety Checklist

    Firebird Commander Never allow anyone to attempt to catch 2, always unplug the battery before you the Firebird Commander 2 while it’s in turn off the transmitter. flight or serious injury can result. 8. Never fly on the same frequency as another 4.
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    Wear sunglasses on bright days. dim or unlit LED on transmitter or the low 2. It is important to choose a flying field 7. Keep the Firebird Commander 2 upwind, battery alarm carefully—grass and soft ground with especially on windy days, to prevent it 2.
  • Page 16 HobbyZone ® products, the warranty does use of your Firebird Commander 2, you are advised to date and retailer information. Proof of purchase date and location is required for all not extend beyond the initial pre-use testing. Carefully return it immediately in new and unused condition to 4.
  • Page 17: Replacement And Optional Parts

    ® 2 comes with the ability to add to the excitement of flying. by supporting your dealer, they’ll be there when you need them. To locate your local dealer, HobbyZone’s exclusive X-Port ™ technology allows go to www.hobbyzonesports.com. for such things as air-to-air combat, dropping...
  • Page 18 X-Port ™ accessories Sincerely, you use with your Firebird Commander 2. The HobbyZone Team Be warned, however, that the Aerobird Xtreme is much larger and heavier, and will The battery pack that comes with your Firebird...

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