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Carbon-Z Cub SS

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Safety Precautions and Warnings

NOTICE

All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit 
www.horizonhobby.com or towerhobbies.com and click on the support or resources tab for this product.

14+

AGE RECOMMENDATION:

 

Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.

MEANING OF SPECIAL LANGUAGE:

The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product:

WARNING:

 Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of 

superfi cial injury.

CAUTION:

 Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury.

NOTICE:

 Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND little or no possibility of injury.

WARNING

: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can 

result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury. 

This is a sophisticated hobby product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product 
in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult 
supervision. Do not use with incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by Horizon Hobby, LLC. This manual contains 
instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. 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.

As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the product or the property of others.

• Always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model to avoid 

collisions or injury. This model is controlled by a radio signal subject to 
interference from many sources outside your control. Interference can cause 
momentary loss of control.

• Always operate your model in open spaces away from full-size vehicles, traffi c 

and people.

• Always carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional 

support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery packs, etc.).

• Always keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of the reach 

of children.

• Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not specifi cally designed and 

protected for this purpose. Moisture causes damage to electronics.

• Never place any portion of the model in your mouth as it could cause serious 

injury or even death.

• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.
• Always keep aircraft in sight and under control.
• Always use fully charged batteries.
• Always keep transmitter powered on while aircraft is powered.
• Always remove batteries before disassembly.
• Always keep moving parts clean.
• Always keep parts dry.
• Always let parts cool after use before touching.
• Always remove batteries after use.
• Always ensure failsafe is properly set before fl ying.
• Never operate aircraft with damaged wiring.
• Never touch moving parts.

WARNING AGAINST COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS:

 If you ever need to replace your Spektrum receiver found in a Horizon Hobby product, always purchase from 

Horizon Hobby, LLC or a Horizon Hobby authorized dealer to ensure authentic high-quality Spektrum product. Horizon Hobby, LLC disclaims all support and 

warranty with regards, but not limited to, compatibility and performance of counterfeit products or products claiming compatibility with DSM or Spektrum technology.

Summary of Contents for Carbon-Z Cub SS

Page 1: ...Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d utilisation Manuale di Istruzioni Carbon Z Cub SS SAFE Select Technology Optional Flight Envelope Protection...

Page 2: ...arnings in the manual prior to assembly setup or use in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury As the user of this product you are solely responsible for operating in a manner t...

Page 3: ...Quick Start Information Transmitter Setup 1 Blank Acro Model 2 Wing Type 1 Aileron 1 Flap 3 Servo Reversing Gear Reversed All Others Normal 4 Travel Adjust All Surfaces 100 Dual Rates High Rate Low Ra...

Page 4: ...X6 DX7 DX7S DX8 DX9 DX10t DX18 DX20 and iX12 Start all transmitter programming with a blank ACRO model do a model reset then name the model Set Aileron Eleva tor and Rudder Dual Rates to HIGH 100 LOW...

Page 5: ...gs with the holes of the landing gear bracket Secure the landing gear into place using 2 screws F and 2 nuts G Repeat installation for opposite strut 4 Connect both hooks H to the holes located on the...

Page 6: ...he hinges by turning the rudder left then carefully apply thin CA to each hinge in the right side of each slot Repeat this process for the left side of the rudder Apply 4 5 drops on each hinge on each...

Page 7: ...les in the bottom of the horizontal tail 4 Attach the ball link C to the elevator control horn s middle hole using the included nut D and screw E 5 Ensure the elevator servo arm is in the correct posi...

Page 8: ...om the motor for correct propeller operation Ensure the nut holds the propeller tightly without damaging the propeller 6 Install the spinner M on the collet using the screw N Disassemble in reverse or...

Page 9: ...ghten lock nuts on the screws Ensure the vertical brackets can pivot freely on the wing mounts 3 Install the wide front strut G on the front strut mounts using a screw H and lock nut F 4 Install the n...

Page 10: ...ngs on the fuselage using 4 thumb screws E in the holes on the top of the wings 5 Install the 2 antenna F on top of the two rear thumb screws by pressing them onto the thumb screw 6 Connect the left a...

Page 11: ...e 2 Attach the appropriate control surfaces servo leads to the their respective ports on the receiver using the table at the right 3 Using double sided servo tape mount the receiver on the receiver pl...

Page 12: ...attery compartment that best suits your battery size and weight The battery compartment has multiple positions to lock the battery tray into B as shown Once in place press down on the lock tab to lock...

Page 13: ...switched OFF The throttle will not arm if the transmitter s throttle control is not put at the lowest position If problems are encountered follow the binding instructions and refer to the transmitter...

Page 14: ...n the clevis on the linkage to change the length of the linkage between the servo arm and the control horn After binding a transmitter to the aircraft receiver set the trims and sub trims to 0 then ad...

Page 15: ...ileron Elevator Rudder Flaps Center of Gravity CG The CG location is measured from the leading edge of the wing at the root This CG location has been determined with the recommended Li Po battery SPMX...

Page 16: ...rranty Flaps When using aps takeoffs and landings are shorter When taking off the tail will come off the ground quicker for bet ter rudder control during the takeoff roll During landing the aps allow...

Page 17: ...rvo must be set to NORMAL with servo travel at 100 for correct operation of the tow release 5 Move the servo arm down using the GEAR switch 6 Remove the screw E and servo arm F from the servo gure 1 7...

Page 18: ...nd adjust the ap travel to your preference on subsequent ights TRAVEL SUBTRIM and ABSOLUTE TRAVEL varies slightly per aircraft and will need to be ned tuned for your speci c aircraft ABSOLUTE TRAVEL i...

Page 19: ...greater Throttle channel is reversed Reverse throttle channel on transmitter Motor disconnected from ESC Make sure motor is connected to the ESC Extra propeller noise or extra vibration Damaged prope...

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Page 21: ...e aircraft control system and pilot skills have successfully demonstrated all maneuvers intended or anticipated prior to the speci c event b An inexperienced pilot is assisted by an experienced pilot...

Page 22: ...nty and Service Contact Information section to speak with a Product Support representative Inspection or Services If this Product needs to be inspected or serviced and is compliant in the country you...

Page 23: ...nce and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation CAUTION Changes or modi cations not expressly approved by the party responsible fo...

Page 24: ...emark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries Inc Cub Crafters Carbon Cub associated emblems and logos and body designs of vehicles are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Cub Crafter...

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