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Instruction Manual • Bedienungsanleitung • Manuel d’utilisation • Manuale di Istruzioni

Mini

Apprentice

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Page 1: ...Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d utilisation Manuale di Istruzioni Mini Apprentice S ...

Page 2: ... while charging ONLY USE A CHARGER SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED TO CHARGE LI PO BATTER IES Failure to charge the battery with a compatible charger may cause ﬁre resulting in personal injury and or property damage Never discharge Li Po cells to below 3V under load Never cover warning labels with hook and loop strips Never charge batteries outside recommended levels Never attempt to dismantle or alter the ...

Page 3: ...rcraft Safety Code 21 Trouble Shooting Guide for SAFE Technology 22 Trouble Shooting Guide 22 Limited Warranty 24 Contact Information 25 FCC Information 25 Compliance Information for the European Union 25 Replacement Parts 95 Optional Parts 96 AC Adapter Motor 370 BL Motor 1300Kv with 3 5mm Bullet Connectors PKZ6316 Installed ESC 18A BL PKZ1814 Installed Servos 2 Ailerons PKZ1081 2 Rudder and Elev...

Page 4: ...Trainer Port Throttle Cut Switch Explanation of DXe Transmitter LEDs Switches and Modes for the Apprentice Trainer Bind Panic Button This button is used as both the trainer and bind button as well as the Panic button for your Mini Apprentice S For complete binding instructions refer to the binding section below When using the trainer function connect the trainer cord SPM6805 into the trainer port ...

Page 5: ...fer to the Troubleshooting Guide CAUTION Beginner Intermediate and Panic modes are intended for the training environment Flying continuous high G maneuvers such as loops in Experienced mode for an extended period of time may lead to inconsistent ﬂight envelope and Panic mode behavior If this occurs land in Experienced mode and power cycle the receiver before ﬂying again Launch and Landing Assistan...

Page 6: ...itch and Roll angles airframe limited Panic Recovery Immediate recovery to a safe ﬂying attitude Return all transmitter controls to neutral for the quickest recovery This mode is intended to provide the pilot with the conﬁdence to continue to improve their ﬂight skills AS3X technology Horizon Hobby has always made RC sport scale and unique aircraft with the kind of performance experts appreciate N...

Page 7: ...the top of the transmitter while turning on the power switch 6 When the receiver binds to the transmitter the light on the receiver will turn solid and the ESC will produce a series of three ascending tones The tones will indicate the ESC is armed pro vided the throttle stick and throttle trim are low enough to trigger arming 7 Remove the bind plug from the bind port 8 Safely store the bind plug s...

Page 8: ...he propeller that is included with the ﬂoat set Tail Installation 1 Install the horizontal tail A on the fuselage under the linkages as shown 2 Carefully insert the 2 pins B of the vertical ﬁn C through the horizontal tail holes into the fuselage holes 3 Under the fuselage install the 2 screws D into the fuselage and the vertical ﬁn pins Tighten the screws but do not break the plastic 4 Connect th...

Page 9: ...he wing to the fuselage 3 Install 6 rubber bands B on the front and back rods to complete the installation Disassemble in reverse order IMPORTANT Correct operation of the SAFE system requires connection of both ailerons to the included Y harness and the Port 2 of the receiver OR 1 2 B A Control horn and servo arm settings The Illustration shows the factory hole settings in servo arms and control h...

Page 10: ...eep hands away from the propeller When armed the motor will turn the propeller in response to any throttle movement 1 Rest the aircraft on a ﬂat surface with the landing gear facing up 2 Turn the latch A and open the battery hatch 3 Lower the throttle and throttle trim then power on the transmitter for at least 5 seconds 4 Center and secure the ﬂight battery B in the battery compartment using the ...

Page 11: ...g by using a Li Po Cell Voltage Checker EFLA111 sold separately TIP Center of Gravity CG Veriﬁcation An aircraft with a correct CG has its weight balanced at a calculated point where the entire airframe will balance when suspended at that point After installing the battery in the recommended position and before powering on the ESC switch verify the CG by supporting the aircraft 75 0mm approximatel...

Page 12: ...ow a view from the rear of the aircraft If your model does not respond correctly DO NOT FLY See the Troubleshooting Guide in this manual for more information If you need more assistance contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support department Mode 2 is the most common control mode used worldwide However if you want to change the Mode of your DXe transmitter refer to the DXe transmitter manual fo...

Page 13: ... slow down The aircraft will climb when the throttle is increased Elevator up and down Push the elevator stick forward to make the aircraft go down and pull the elevator stick back to go up Banking right and left Move the aileron stick right to make the aircraft drop the wing bank to the right and move the aileron stick left to bank left Steering right and left Move the rudder stick right to make ...

Page 14: ...at center ﬂy into the wind and ad just the aircrafts trim by moving the digital trim buttons IMPORTANT All trimming and Control test should be performed when in Experienced Mode Choose a Flying Field In order to have the most success and to protect your property and aircraft it is very important to select a place to ﬂy that is very open Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a location ...

Page 15: ...t do not attempt to ﬂy Refer to the contact table at the end of the this manual to contact Horizon Hobby product support Also see the Spektrum website for more information CAUTION While holding the aircraft during the Range Test always keep body parts and loose items away from the propeller Failure to do so could cause person al injury 1 Preﬂight Checklist 1 Find a safe and open area 2 Charge ﬂigh...

Page 16: ...mitter 1 Grip the aircraft under the fuselage behind the rear landing gear 2 Carefully increase transmitter throttle control to FULL 100 3 Throw the aircraft slightly nose up and directly into the wind while keeping the wings parallel to the ground Takeoff A good ﬂying day is calm with winds that are less than 5 7 mph 8 11km h Flying in faster winds than this could make ﬂying difﬁcult and result i...

Page 17: ...ouches down 5 Allow the aircraft to come to a stop CAUTION Never catch a ﬂying aircraft in your hands Doing so could cause personal injury and damage to the aircraft NOTICE If a crash is imminent reduce the throttle and trim fully Failure to do so could result in extra damage to the airframe as well as damage to the ESC and motor NOTICE Crash damage is not covered under warranty Landing Wind Wind ...

Page 18: ...vice and Repairs NOTICE After any impact or replacement always ensure the receiver is secure in the fuselage If you replace the receiver install the new receiver in the same orientation and manner as the original receiver or damage may result Thanks to the Z Foam material in the wing and fuselage of this aircraft repairs to the foam can be made using virtually any adhesive hot glue regular CA cyan...

Page 19: ...the fuselage 4 Remove the collet from the motor I 5 Remove 4 screws J from the motor mount K and the fuselage 6 Disconnect the motor connectors from the ESC connectors 7 Remove 4 screws L to remove the motor from the motor mount Assembly Tips Assemble in reverse order Correctly align and connect the motor wire colors with the ESC wires The propeller size numbers 8 25 x 5 5 must face out from the m...

Page 20: ...selage Leave the battery hatch open overnight to let the inside dry out and to prevent moisture damage to the electronic components Failure to do so could cause the electronic components to fail which could result in a crash 45º Up Aileron Down Aileron Wind Taxi 45 degrees into the direction of the wind Optional Transmitter Setup N Normal R Reverse If using any DSMX transmitter other than the incl...

Page 21: ...events air shows or model demonstrations unless a The aircraft control system and pilot skills have successfully demonstrated all maneuvers intended or anticipated prior to the speciﬁc event b An inexperienced pilot is assisted by an experienced pilot 4 When and where required by rule helmets must be properly worn and fastened They must be OSHA DOT ANSI SNELL or NOCSAE approved or comply with comp...

Page 22: ...or is connected to the ESC Extra propeller noise or extra vibration Damaged propeller and spinner collet or motor Replace damaged parts Propeller is out of balance Balance or replace propeller Prop nut is too loose Tighten the prop nut Spinner is not tight or fully seated in place Tighten the spinner or remove the spinner and turn it 180 degrees Reduced ﬂight time or aircraft under powered Flight ...

Page 23: ...n linkage or servo damage Replace or repair damaged parts and adjust controls Wire damaged or connections loose Do a check of wires and connections connect or replace as needed Transmitter is not bound correctly or the incorrect model was selected Re bind or select correct model in transmitter Flight battery charge is low Fully recharge ﬂight battery BEC Battery Elimination Circuit of the ESC is d...

Page 24: ... and service you in the event that you may need any assistance For questions or assistance please visit our website at www horizonhobby com submit a Product Support Inquiry or call the toll free telephone number referenced in the Warranty and Service Contact Information section to speak with a Product Support representative Inspection or Services If this Product needs to be inspected or serviced a...

Page 25: ...e than that necessary for successful communication This device complies with Industry Canada licence exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Instructions for disposal of WEEE by users in the Euro pean Unio...

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Page 28: ...go are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby LLC The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries are used with permission by Horizon Hobby LLC Futaba is a registered trademark of Futaba Denshi Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation of Japan US 9 056 667 Other patents pending www hobbyzonerc com Created 06 16 49099 1 HBZ3100 ...

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