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E-flite T-34 Mentor ARF Assembly Manual
Preflight
Check Your Radio
Before going to the field, be sure that your batteries are fully
charged per the instructions included with your radio. Charge
both the transmitter and receiver pack for your airplane. Use the
recommended charger supplied with your particular radio system,
following the instructions provided with the radio. In most cases,
the radio should be charged the night before going out flying.
Before each flying session, be sure to range check your radio.
See your radio manual for the recommended range and
instructions for your radio system. Each radio manufacturer
specifies different procedures for their radio systems. Next, start
the motor. With the model securely anchored, check the range
again. The range test should not be significantly affected. If it is,
don’t attempt to fly! Have your radio equipment checked out by
the manufacturer.
Note
: Keep loose items that can get entangled in
the propeller away from the prop. These include
loose clothing, or other objects such as pencils and
screwdrivers. Especially keep your hands away from the
propeller.
Double-check that all controls (aileron, elevator, rudder and
throttle) move in the correct direction.
Check the radio installation and make sure all the control
surfaces are moving correctly (i.e. the correct direction and with
the recommended throws). Test run the motor and make sure
it transitions smoothly from off to full throttle and back. Also
ensure the engine is installed according to the manufacturer’s
instructions, and it will operate consistently.
Check all the control horns, servo horns, and clevises to make
sure they are secure and in good condition. Replace any items
that would be considered questionable. Failure of any of these
components in flight would mean the loss of your aircraft.
Flying the T-34 Mentor
It is recommended for your first flights to search out the assistance
of a qualified instructor, who will help you through your first
flights and assist you in the basics of Radio Controlled flight. You
can find this guidance at your local hobby dealer’s store. Your
T-34 is capable of flying in winds up to 20 mph but, for flight
training, it is recommended to fly in the lightest wind possible.
You will need to ensure your battery is fully charged and the
model is set up accordingly for your first flight. Do not attempt to
fly the model on a partially charged battery.
The Initial Training Flap Setting is set up for slow gentle flight
with very easy landing characteristics. This setting uses the flaps
in their full down position (as shown on page 27 of the manual)
with the NACA droops installed on the wings. The NACA droops
come pre-installed for you out of the box. This setting is used
for initial flight training as well as initial landing training. In
this configuration, the model will not drop a wing during flight
or landing approach. You will notice a slight amount of down
elevator trim required for level flight due to the flap position. Use
this setting for your first flights and first landing approaches.
