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The E-fl ite

®

 UMX

™ 

Carbon Cub SS BNF is a feature-rich scale BNF model that’s an escape from the ordinary. 

Its high-output brushless power system will allow you to leap from tight spots and, with its fully-functional 
fl aps, is simply a joy to fl y. Large credit for its gentle manners go to the onboard AS3X

 system, which 

makes handling super-smooth, even in moderate winds, and provides rock solid control agility. Even though 
your new model is fully assembled, please read and follow this manual completely to be sure you’re ready 
to take full advantage of what this awesome RC aircraft has to offer.

To register your product online, go to www.e-fl iterc.com

Table of Contents

Prefl ight Checklist .................................................4
AS3X

 System Delivers 

Breakthrough Performance  ..................................4
Charging Warnings................................................4
Charging the Battery .............................................5
Transmitter and Receiver Binding  .........................6
Installing the Flight Battery  ..................................6
Arming the ESC ....................................................7
Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC) .......................................7
Control Centering ..................................................8
Settings for Control Horns .....................................8
Adjusting Center of Gravity (CG) ............................9
Optional Tow Plate Installation ............................10
Towing ................................................................10

Tips for Towing ...................................................11
Optional Float Installation ....................................12
Flying Tips and Repairs .......................................13
Additional Safety Precautions and Warnings ........14
Service of Power Components ............................15
Opening the Fuselage .........................................16
Troubleshooting Guide ........................................16
Troubleshooting Guide (Continued) ......................17
Limited Warranty ................................................18
Warranty and Service Information .......................19
Compliance Information for the European Union ..19
Replacement Parts ..............................................75
Optional Parts and Accessories ...........................76
Parts Contact Information ...................................77

BL180 (Brushless) Outrunner Motor, 
2500Kv (EFLUM180BL2)

DSM2

®

/DSMX

®

 6Ch Ultra Micro 

AS3X

 Receiver BL-ESC (EFLU4864)

(3) 2.3-Gram Performance Linear 
Long Throw Servos (SPMSA2030L)
(2) 2.3-Gram Linear Long Throw 
Offset Servos (SPMSA2030LO)

Battery:

 180mAh 2S 20C Li-Po 

(EFLB1802S20)

Battery Charger:

 2S 7.4V Li-Po 

(EFLUC1007)

Recommended Transmitter:

 

Full Range DSM2

®

/DSMX

®

 (DX4e and up)

Needed to Complete

Installed

 

15.7 in (398mm)

24 in (610mm) 

  

3.17 oz (90 g)

Summary of Contents for UMX Carbon Cub SS

Page 1: ...Instruction Manual UMX Carbon Cub SS...

Page 2: ...ntenance 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 Meaning of S...

Page 3: ...attery 6 Arming the ESC 7 Low Voltage Cutoff LVC 7 Control Centering 8 Settings for Control Horns 8 Adjusting Center of Gravity CG 9 Optional Tow Plate Installation 10 Towing 10 Tips for Towing 11 Opt...

Page 4: ...ust be followed exactly Mishandling of Li Po batteries can result in a re personal injury and or property damage By handling charging or using the included Li Po battery you assume all risks associate...

Page 5: ...ke the connection successfully the green LED blinking on the charger slows indicating proper connection 5 Press the button on the charger The red LED will illuminate indicating charging has begun 6 Ch...

Page 6: ...ructions 7 After 5 to 10 seconds the receiver status LED will become solid indicating that the receiver is bound to the transmitter If the LED does not turn solid refer to the Troubleshooting Guide at...

Page 7: ...Continuous LED Low Voltage Cutoff LVC When a Li Po battery is discharged below 3V per cell it will not hold a charge The aircraft s ESC protects the ight battery from over discharge using Low Voltage...

Page 8: ...aircraft control surfaces due to the mechanical limits of linear servos 1 Make sure the control surfaces are neutral when the transmitter controls and trims are centered The transmitter sub trim must...

Page 9: ...recommend that you cre ate a mix to compensate for pitching up tendencies when the aps are in the down position Enter the mix menu of your radio and create a mix so that the Gear Channel is the master...

Page 10: ...included with the UMX ASK 21 or is available separately EFLU1257 1 Position both aircraft near each other on your runway facing into the wind 2 Tie the tow line to the tow plate on the Carbon Cub Tie...

Page 11: ...an cause the tow plane to abruptly pull the sailplane around This can cause numerous problems and could result in a crash of one or both aircraft Be sure to make only wide sweeping turns Tight turns w...

Page 12: ...en use the 4 screws and 2 cover plates that are included with the float set on the rear section to complete the installation CAUTION Never go alone to get a downed aircraft in the water CAUTION If at...

Page 13: ...the receiver unit which may require replacement Over Current Protection OCP The Carbon Cub SS is equipped with Over Current Protection OCP OCP protects the ESC from overheating and stops the motor whe...

Page 14: ...aircraft 4 Recharge ight battery 5 Store ight battery apart from aircraft and monitor the battery charge 6 Make note of ight conditions and ight plan results planning for future ights Always keep a sa...

Page 15: ...cut the tape or decals to open the fuselage See Opening the Fuselage 1 Remove 2 screws E the firewall F and motor G from the fuselage motor mount H The motor magnet may attract screws to the motor 2 R...

Page 16: ...ssive vibration Remove propeller and rebalance or replace it if damaged Prop screw is too loose causing vibration Tighten the prop screw AS3X Opening the Fuselage When the fuselage must be opened for...

Page 17: ...iver ashes rapidly and aircraft will not respond to transmit ter after binding Less than a 5 second wait between rst powering on transmitter and connecting ight battery to aircraft Leaving transmitter...

Page 18: ...obby store and or place of purchase cannot provide warranty support or service Once assembly setup or use of the Product has been started you must contact your local distributor or Horizon directly Th...

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Page 23: ...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 Cub Crafters Carbon Cub associat...

Page 24: ...or swollen Batteries can be unstable and very hot DO NOT touch Batteries until they have cooled Dispose of Batteries in the manner Lagerung und Gebrauch Stechen Dr cken oder Bauen Sie niemals Akkus od...

Page 25: ...CIALI Se non si ha cura durante l utilizzo di questo prodotto e non ci si conforma alle mseguenti condizioni e linee guida potrebbero verificarsi malfunzionamenti del prodotto eccessivo sviluppo di ca...

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