Durafly ME-163 V2 Instruction Manual Download Page 2

A  WARNING: 

Read this instruction manual fully so as to become completely familiar with the features of 

this product before operating.  Failure to operate this product correctly could result in 

damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury. This is a sophisticated 

hobby product and is NOT a toy. It must always be operated with caution, common sense 

and some basic mechanical ability. This manual provides instructions as to the assembly, 

safe operation and maintenance of this hobby product. It is highly recommended that you 

follow and read fully the instructions and warnings stated in this manual including safety, 

assembly, set-up and flying guidelines in order to operate this product correctly and avoid 

damage or serious injury. 

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS: 

As the user of this product you and you alone are responsible for operating it in a manner 

that does not endanger yourself and others around you or result in damage to the product or 

property of others. This product is operated via a radio controlled system that in some cases 

can be subject to interference from sources outside of your control. Interference may result 

in a momentary loss of control so it is always recommended that this product be used in a 

suitably open outdoors space. 

- This is a radio controlled flying model and as such must always be flown with caution and 

care. This is not a toy.

- This model is designed for intermediate to advanced pilots.

- Alway exercise great caution when using the recommended battery to power this product. 

For full safety notes and operating 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 model in confined spaces and always keep the prop clear of 

obstructions.

- This product is not a toy. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times if operating 

this product.

- Only fly this model in an open area away from crowds, people, buildings, trees, power lines 

and obstructions.

- Always put safety first when operating this model and consider the warnings stated above.

- The supplier/manufacturer accepts no responsibility for damage or injury caused through 

the use of the product.  Not suitable for children under the age of 14. THIS IS NOT A TOY.

Summary of Contents for ME-163 V2

Page 1: ...MESSERSHMITT ME 163B WHITE 10 V2 INTERCEPTOR FIGHTER 950MM...

Page 2: ...n be subject to interference from sources outside of your control Interference may result in a momentary loss of control so it is always recommended that this product be used in a suitably open outdoo...

Page 3: ...8 Setting Up 9 11 C of G 12 Model Flying Precautions 13 Pre flight Checks 14 Flying the Me 163 15 Take off Dolly Guide 16 Hand Launching Guide 16 Optional Rocket Motor 17 Optional Magnetic Take Off Do...

Page 4: ...bon reinforcement internally Other features are a color matched hard plastic belly skid good access to all electronics via the battery canopy hatch and excellent cooling throughout Designed for pilots...

Page 5: ...D TO COMPLETE MODEL 1 5 2 3 6 4 7 8 1 Fuselage w Canopy Battery Hatch 2 Wing Panels w Elevons 3 Vertical Stabilizer w Rudder 4 Carbon Wing Joining Spar 5 Take Off Dolly 6 Propeller 2pcs 7 Scale Aerial...

Page 6: ...k and forth 6 to 8 times to release the tension of the reinforced hinge line 2 Attach the elevon control horns using the screws provided As this is a fast model we also recommend you apply a little dr...

Page 7: ...r tube wing roots and fuselage then glue the complete assembly together If you prefer you can glue one wing panel on at a time to make things a little easier Please ensure you feed the servo wires thr...

Page 8: ...at 90 degree s neutral connect the push rod to the servo arm outer hole then to the control horn and clip the clevis in place 6 Apply a reasonable amount of glue to the base of the vertical stabilize...

Page 9: ...ingly and if necessary temporarily hold in place until the glue begins to dry 8 Slide one of the supplied propellers onto the motor shaft and tighten down firmly the washer and nut You may need to hol...

Page 10: ...e glue to become tacky before gluing these parts in place 10 The gravity fed take off dolly must be test fitted into the slot first It must fall away easily and have no resistance holding it into the...

Page 11: ...s a guide to install your receiver and flight battery When using the recommended 2200mah 4S battery these positions should make your model balance at the approximate CG mark covered in the next stage...

Page 12: ...udder control surface is neutral as shown If not adjust by turning the control clevis s by hand accordingly Note For safety reason please remove the prop before arming your model during the set up sta...

Page 13: ...2 Check all control surfaces are moving in the correct direction with the applicable stick input see below 10...

Page 14: ...rmance Elevator low rates 10mm high rates 20mm in either direction from neutral Aileron low rates 10mm high rates 20mm in either direction from neutral Rudder low rates 25mm high rates 40mm in either...

Page 15: ...ing the battery fore or aft of the location shown If you are using a lower capacity and therefore lighter battery you will have to install this pack further forward of the point shown in order to atta...

Page 16: ...13 MODEL FLYING PRECAUTIONS...

Page 17: ...tructions Check that they are moving in the correct directions and moving freely with the stick inputs 5 Inspect the model and prop for any damage that may have occurred during transit and listen for...

Page 18: ...easy to perform hold well and always impress Fast passes not only look and sound incredible but feel rock solid and can be performed with confidence and ease With the throttle reduced the Komet is ju...

Page 19: ...racking straight increase power until almost at full throttle then apply a small amount of up elevator again and you will see the model lift off the ground 6 The dolly will drop off very easily by its...

Page 20: ...eded to ignite the fuse R C switches are available from hobbyking com see Optional Parts of this manual Model rocket engines and their use can be extremely dangerous especially in RC So it is suggeste...

Page 21: ...rear of the opening Ensure the servo lead is exiting out freely as shown 3 Plug the servo lead into an aux channel adjust the end points of the travel to ensure the magnetic servo holds the landing ge...

Page 22: ...ommended for use in the Me 163 to ensure optimal flight and power system performance Keep all leads within the fuselage area as tidy as possible Tidy wires look better allow for easier access to all i...

Page 23: ...9306000187 0 9107000266 0 SPARE PARTS OPTION PARTS 20...

Page 24: ...p installed backwards 1 The servo lead is connected to Rx incorrectly 2 The servo is damaged 1 Make sure the servo leads are connected properly 2 Replace servo Adjust the trims on the transmitter Re p...

Page 25: ...CONTACT INFORMATION 22...

Page 26: ...UK REP EC REP APEX CE SPECIALISTS LIMITED M1 4HT UK APEX CE SPECIALISTS LIMITED...

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