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Introduction
E-Flight’s Odyssey™ EP offers the modeler an ARF (almost
ready-to-fly) electric-powered sailplane that is prebuilt to a
high level of craftsmanship. It is unique in that it comes with
the electric motor installed, complete with preassembled wiring
harness saveing a significant amount of construction time. The
precovered and trimmed Odyssey EP is a high-quality 2-meter
sailplane that can be flight ready in an hour.
The world of electric-powered sailplanes is extremely
challenging and rewarding. It is your skill and knowledge of the
surrounding atmosphere combined with the design capabilities
of your model that will result in your ability to defy the laws
of gravity and produce flights of unbelievable distance and
duration. With the electric motor, you can climb to 300-500 feet
(thermal hunting altitude) several times, resulting in flight times
of up to an hour or more as you soar from thermal to thermal.
Flight times are limited only by the capacity of the receiver,
transmitter batteries, and your endurance.
WARNING
An R/C aircraft is not a toy! If misused, it can cause serious
bodily harm and damage to property. Fly only in open areas,
preferably AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics) approved
flying sites, following all instructions included with your radio.
Always assume the electric motor can come on at any time so
use extreme caution.
Caution
When launching the Odyssey EP, be sure you do not launch near
power lines. You should find a large open area to fly your model
in. Be especially careful not to get near the propeller of the
aircraft until you have disconnected the battery or disengaged
the safety switches.
Preassembly
We strongly suggest that before you begin assembly you read
through this instruction manual so you can become familiar with
the parts and the assembly sequence. Please assemble the kit
according to the sequence provided in the instruction manual.
Do not attempt to modify or change the kit design as doing so
could adversely change the flying characteristics.
Seek Expert Assistance
If you are new to R/C, we suggest you find an experience pilot
to check out your aircraft and help you with the first few flights.
This will help prevent damage to your model and will speed up
the learning process. You can contact local R/C clubs or your
dealer to obtain the names of experienced R/C pilots who would
be willing to help you with your first few flights.
Note:
Due to changes in weather, wrinkling of the covering may
occur. This is the nature of the covering film of the model and
can be easily eliminated using a heat gun or sealing iron. In
case of wrinkle, use a heat gun or sealing iron on the wrinkled
area. Then rub the surface with a soft cloth until the surface is
smooth again.
If you have any questions concerning the construction of the
Odyssey EP, please feel free to contact our Service Technicians
at (217) 355-9511. Horizon’s mailing address is:
Horizon Hobby, Inc.
4105 Fieldstone Road
Champaign, IL 61822
Thank you again for purchasing the E-Flight Odyssey EP
sailplane. We believe you will have many enjoyable hours of
challenging and rewarding flight.
