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UGLY STIK TIPS:

1. When handling the Ugly Stik it is recommended that you do so only from the leading 

edge of the wing to avoid wear to the edges of the fuselage. The Ugly Stik by design 

has flat sides and hard edges to the fuselage, edges that are vulnerable as painted 

EPO. Over time these edges can get worn down if handled so it is best to try and avoid 

handling the UglyStik by any surface other than the wing.

2. It is HIGHLY recommended to use a piece of foam or sponge behind the battery 

when installed in  the fuselage to keep the lipo from sliding backwards during flight.

3. For optimum flight performance and model longevity it is highly recommend that you 

always fly with a balanced prop. This is especially true with the Ugly Stik as a badly 

balanced prop can damage the dummy nitro engine and electric power system of this 

model. The supplied prop should be balanced, but it is always good to check first. If you 

replace the propeller with your own choice of prop, please be sure to balance it 

beforehand.

4. Flight packs of 25C discharge rate or above are recommended for use in the 

UglyStik to ensure optimal performance in flight and from the power system.

5. Keep all leads within the fuselage area as tidy as possible. Tidy wires not only look 

better, but also allow for easier access to all internal components, better battery 

installation, increased airflow around electronics and a reduction in potential electronic 

signal interference (noise).

6. Inspect the propeller and mounting nut/bolts frequently, especially if you have 

suffered a hard landing or the prop has been knocked. If the prop is in any way 

damaged it must be replaced and any loose fixings must be tightened. 

Thank you again for purchasing the Durafly Retro Series Ugly Stik. 

We hope you’ll have many happy days of flying and look forward to 

bringing you more Durafly models in the future.

Don’t forget, spare parts are available for this model, please see the 

next page for details.

Summary of Contents for Das Ugly Stik

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Page 2: ...ating procedures please see information provided by your battery supplier Take great care when connecting disconnecting the battery See battery supplier for full safty procedures Never power up the mo...

Page 3: ...ontents of box Required to complete Assembly Setting up your model Model flying precautions Pre flight checks Flying the Ugly Stik UglyStik tips Spare parts listing Trouble shooting Contact informatio...

Page 4: ...it of modern electronics and EPO construction No building no tuning no cleaning Das Ugly Stik is a impressively authentic electric PnF interpretation of this classic RC subject From the perfectly capt...

Page 5: ...ab 8 Main Wing In its Plug n Fly format Das Ugly Stik requires some additional electronic components to get it flight ready Durafly recommends the products below for optimum performance and great valu...

Page 6: ...aileron control horns and rods for each side of the wing as shown Ensure the servo horn is at 90 degrees to the wing when installing the control rod ASSEMBLY 2 Now connect the supplied Y lead to the a...

Page 7: ...rfaces until firmly installed 4 Turn the fuselage over and with the supplied bolts secure the horizontal and vertical tail plane to the rear of the fuselage as shown connecting the pre installed contr...

Page 8: ...let with the supplied hex tool as shown Ensure the tail wheel is directly inline with the rudder when secured 5 With the supplied 2 6x10mm screws attach the landing gear to the plastic plate on the un...

Page 9: ...Make sure no servo wires are caught between the wing an the fuselage when the two are tightened together 8 The final stage of assembly is to mount the propeller Slide the prop onto the motor shaft an...

Page 10: ...l servos plugged into their corresponding channels connect the flight battery to the ESC to power up the model With the model now armed ensure all servo s are centered and all control surfaces are lev...

Page 11: ...m neutral Aileron low rates 10mm high rates 18mm in either direction from neutral Rudder low rates 12mm high rates 18mm in either direction from neutral 3 Das UglyStik handles very well in flight but...

Page 12: ...gested center of gravity CG for Das Ugly Stik is approximately 65mm from the leading edge of wing on the aileron servo wire With a 2200mah 3S lipo installed via the underside battery hatch and pushed...

Page 13: ...10 MODEL FLYING PRECAUTIONS Remember to keep clear of the propeller at all times when your flight battery is connected crowded areas flight...

Page 14: ...t 5 Inspect the model and prop for any damage that may have occurred during transit and listen for any unusual sounds from the electronics when powered up If in doubt do not fly 6 With the model held...

Page 15: ...nty of power your Ugly Stik will be airborne within a few feet and with less than 3 4 throttle Once in the air you ll be rewarded with an airframe that goes exactly where you point it and tracks very...

Page 16: ...d but it is always good to check first If you replace the propeller with your own choice of prop please be sure to balance it beforehand 4 Flight packs of 25C discharge rate or above are recommended f...

Page 17: ...Propeller Vertical stabiliser Battery hatch Dummy engine Motor Sticker sheet Accessories set SPARE PARTS LISTING 9306000098 0 9306000099 0 9306000100 0 9306000101 0 9306000102 0 9306000103 0 93060001...

Page 18: ...tter Receiver batteries are flat 1 charge replace batteries Model moves backwards 1 Turn the props around 2 Install a full charged battery 3 Check for connection between the ESC and motor 4 Replace mo...

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