COX Sky Ranger Instruction Manual Download Page 3

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The R/C model hobby becomes more and more enjoyable as your 

experience grows. Your chances for success and graduation to 
higher levels are very good if you take your time and follow the 
fl ying instructions carefully and completely. We hope you enjoy 
fl ying your Sky Ranger.

Glossary

  

Lithium Polymer (LiPo) Battery:

 Rechargeable 

battery which is used to power the airplane. LiPo 
batteries are lighter and smaller than most other 
types of rechargeable batteries.

  Transmitter (TX):

 This is the hand-held unit that 

sends the signal to the control unit, or RX.

  

Rudder:

 Controls turning yaw.

 

 Elevator:

 Controls pitch.

Install The Transmitter Batteries

Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the 
transmitter. Install four fresh AA batteries according to the “+” and 

“–” polarity markings imprinted into the battery compartment. 

Replace the cover.

Battery

Level

Icon

Turn on the power switch on the transmitter and observe the battery 

icon in the status display. When the battery icon is blinking, the 
batteries are too low and should be replaced. Four squares inside 
the battery icon indicate that the batteries are at full power.

Also note the fl ying mode in the status 

display and make sure your transmitter 
is confi gured in the desired mode. Mode 

2 is most commonly used in the U.S.

Mode 2 Shown

Antenna

Throttle

Control

Stick

Elevator/

Rudder

Control

Stick

Rudder Trim

Elevator Trim

On/Off Switch

Flying Mode

Summary of Contents for Sky Ranger

Page 1: ...acteristics of this airplane prior to assembly Please inspect all parts carefully before starting assembly If any parts are missing broken or defective or if you have any questions about the assembly...

Page 2: ...se instructions DO NOT alter or modify the model If you make any modifications you void your warranty 2 Test the operation of the model before each flight to ensure that all equipment is operating pro...

Page 3: ...ator Controls pitch Install The Transmitter Batteries Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the transmitter Install four fresh AA batteries according to the and polarity markings impri...

Page 4: ...arge LED will go off when this happens You can now disconnect the battery from the charger as it is ready for flight After each flight remove the battery from the airplane and allow it to cool before...

Page 5: ...n may overheat the battery and charger resulting in personal injury or damage to surroundings Battery Recycling ATTENTION The product you have purchased is powered by a rechargeable battery At the end...

Page 6: ...t over tighten the screw Insert the landing gear into the slot behind the battery compartment Be sure the gear is pressed into the slot completely Install the nose gear into the slot in front of the b...

Page 7: ...a mounting screws Rotate the antenna upward until it is vertical Rotate the antenna 180 allowing it to be folded down the other way Fold the antenna back down into the other side Reinstall and tighten...

Page 8: ...stflights Asyoubecomeproficient flying the Sky Ranger experiment with the high rate setting at a safe altitude Be certain the transmitter antenna is in its vertical position and that the power switch...

Page 9: ...battery from the airplane 2 Turn on the transmitter Lower the throttle control stick all the way down Adjust the throttle trim tab until the throttle trim indicator is centered and the throttle positi...

Page 10: ...the door upward and slide it out from under the forward clip Connect the battery to the plane and insert the battery into the battery compartment The motor is now considered live Keep clear of the pro...

Page 11: ...olstickismoveddown theelevator will move up When the right control stick is moved to the left the rudder will move to the left When the left control stick is in the down position the propeller will no...

Page 12: ...wn 2 If additional trim is required beyond what the trim buttons are capable of making the clevises can be disconnected from the control horns and threaded forward or aft on the pushrods This will all...

Page 13: ...ad carefully twist the nose wheel wire slightly until it does Note Crosswinds may affect the direction the model rolls so this test should be done in calm conditions or with the model facing directly...

Page 14: ...Typical flight time will be approximately 5 1 2 to 7 1 2 minutes Landing To initiate a landing approach lower the throttle while on the downwind leg Allow the nose of the model to pitch downward slig...

Page 15: ...to locate a U S Canadian or International dealer Parts may also be ordered directly from Hobby Services by calling 217 398 0007 or fax at 217 398 7721 but full retail prices and shipping and handling...

Page 16: ...com Warranty Hobbico Inc guarantees this kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanshipatthedateofpurchase This warranty does not cover any component parts damaged by use or modificatio...

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