Hobbico SKY RUNNER R/C Assembly Instruction Manual Download Page 2

Your Skyrunner is not a toy, but rather a sophisticated,

working model that functions very much like an actual
airplane. Because of its realistic performance, the
model, if not assembled and operated correctly, could
possibly cause injury to yourself and spectators or
damage property.

We highly recommend that you get experienced,

knowledgeable help with assembly and during your
first flights, to make your R/C modeling experience
totally enjoyable. 
You'll learn faster and avoid risking
your model before you're truly ready to solo. Your
local hobby shop has information about flying clubs in
your area whose membership includes qualified
instructors.

You can also contact the national Academy of

Model Aeronautics (AMA), which has more than 2,500
chartered clubs across the country. Instructor training
programs and insured newcomer training are available
through any one of these clubs.

Contact the AMA at the address or toll-free phone

number below.

Academy of Model Aeronautics

5151 East Memorial Drive

Muncie, IN 47302

(800) 435-9262

Fax (765) 741-0057

or via the internet at: http://www.modelaircraft.org

1.  Assemble the plane according to the instructions. Do
not alter or modify the model. If you make any
modifications, you will void your warranty. 

2.  Test the operation of the model before each flight
to insure that all equipment is operating properly, and
that the model remains structurally sound.

3.  Fly only on calm days (wind speeds less than
7mph) and in large open areas free of trees, people,
buildings or any other obstacles. 

Remember: Take your time and follow the

instructions to end up with a well-built model that is
straight, durable and easy to fly.

The R/C model hobby becomes more and more
enjoyable as your experience grows. Your chances for
success and graduation to higher levels are very good
if you take your time and follow the assembly and
flying instructions carefully and completely.

We hope you enjoy flying your Skyrunner.

Carefully unpack the box and lay out the parts. Check
the parts against the list below. If any parts are
damaged or missing, give us a call at: (217)398-8970.

Part#

Part name:

Qty:

1.

Decals

1

2.

Fuselage

1

3.

Wing

1

4.

Wing Center Brace

1

5.

Aluminum Wing Dowels

2

6.

Rubber Bands

4

7.

NiCd Battery Pack (in fuselage)

1

8.

Battery Charger

1

9.

Horizontal Stabilizer (stab)

1

10.

Vertical Stabilizer (fin)

1

11.

Transmitter

1

12.

Transmitter Antenna

1

13.

Transmitter Flag

1

14.

Servo Accessory pack (not used)

1

15.

Propeller

1

16.

Spinner Insert 

1

17.

Spinner Base

1

18.

Spinner Cone (rubber)

1

19.

Prop Nut

1

20.

Landing Gear

1

21.

Glue

1

22.

Sandpaper

1

23.

Reinforcement Tape

1

Very few tools are needed to build the Skyrunner

airplane. Please gather these together before starting to
build.

Pliers

Scissors

2

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Summary of Contents for SKY RUNNER R/C

Page 1: ...by use or modification In no case shall Hobbico s liability exceed the original cost of the purchased kit Further Hobbico reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice In that H...

Page 2: ...on calm days wind speeds less than 7mph and in large open areas free of trees people buildings or any other obstacles Remember Take your time and follow the instructions to end up with a well built m...

Page 3: ...nnect the battery early 6 After each flight remove the battery from the airplane and allow it to cool completely before recharging 1 Never leave a charging battery unattended 2 Never let the battery c...

Page 4: ...hargeable batteries which are used as power for the airplane Receiver RX The radio unit in the airplane which receives the transmitter signal and relays the control to the servos Servos The electronic...

Page 5: ...edges as needed for a good fit Sand this area Lightly sand the under side of the wing brace using the sandpaper included with your Skyrunner Place the wing brace in position so it is centered at the...

Page 6: ...the top and bottom of the stab and reinstall into the fuselage Next apply glue to the bottom edge and sides of the fin and slide into place Squeeze the top of the fuselage against the sides of the fin...

Page 7: ...switch is off and then plug in the battery C Reinstall the hatch Route the antenna wire through the tube in the top of the fuselage and tape the end to the top of the fin Important Do not cut off the...

Page 8: ...stall the servo horn screws With the radio system still turned on attach the pushrods to the control horns Adjust the plastic clevises if needed by screwing them in or out to get the rudder and elevat...

Page 9: ...the airplane 11 ATTACH THE PROPELLER TO THE AIRPLANE 12 APPLY THE DECALS Install the propeller in the following order 1 Disconnect the battery first 2 Slide the prop on the prop shaft and onto the nut...

Page 10: ...lanced will be unstable and difficult to fly CHECK MOTOR OPERATION 15 The proper balance point is 1 5 8 42mm back from the leading edge of the wing This point is marked on the underside of the wing wi...

Page 11: ...nd the antenna and fly the airplane FLYING THE SKYRUNNER Install a fully charged battery pack into the airplane Turn on the transmitter first and fully extend the antenna Next turn on the receiver swi...

Page 12: ...notice that when you make a turn with rudder only you will lose a little altitude This is normal By adding in a small amount of up elevator you can easily keep the plane at the same height You will no...

Page 13: ...s bad remove the auto cut off and remove the fuse Replace with a new 10 amp fuse Control Surfaces The rudder and elevator on the tail of the airplane that provide maneuverability to the airplane Dead...

Page 14: ...simply plugging the charger into the plane Complete illustrated instructions cover assembly charging flight testing and flying Great Planes Sonic Blast Free Flight Ducted Fan Jet GPMA4000 You don t ne...

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