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DRACO 2.0m

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Safety Precautions and Warnings

AGE RECOMMENDATION:

 

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

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, traffic 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 specifically 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 flying.
•  Never operate aircraft with damaged wiring.
•  Never touch moving parts.

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 horizonhobby.com or towerhobbies.com and click on the support or resources tab for this product.

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 superficial 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.

14+

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 E-flite DRACO 2.0m

Page 1: ...Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d utilisation Manuale di Istruzioni SAFE Select Technology Optional Flight Envelope Protection DRACO 2 0m...

Page 2: ...tab for this product 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 Procedu...

Page 3: ...Start Information Transmitter Setup 1 Blank Acro Model 2 Servo Reversing Set all to normal 3 Travel Adjust All Surfaces 100 Dual Rates High Rate Low Rate Aileron p 45mm q 25mm p 30mm q 20mm Elevator...

Page 4: ...nstruction manual thoroughly 3 Charge the flight battery 4 Setup Transmitter using transmitter setup chart 5 Fully assemble the airplane 6 Install the flight battery in the aircraft once it has been f...

Page 5: ...technology this aircraft can be configured for full time SAFE mode full time AS3X mode or mode selection can be assigned to a switch IMPORTANT Before binding read the transmitter setup section in this...

Page 6: ...5mm lock nut M3 X 20mm C Tail Wheel Installation 1 Remove the two screws to remove the two small plastic covers A left and right side 2 Install the tailwheel assembly B with two M3 x 20mm screws and M...

Page 7: ...ect position then adjust the linkage to center them Disassemble in reverse order A B C D Model Assembly Continued Aileron Counterbalance and Wing Tip Guard Installation 1 Carefully press the included...

Page 8: ...r included nylon locking pins D Turn the pin 90 degrees to lock in place Disassemble in reverse order Model Assembly Continued A C B D Leading Edge Slat Installation 1 Carefully apply medium CA to eac...

Page 9: ...2 Apply medium CA to the base of the top fuselage antenna B and press it into the respective slot in the top of the fuselage 3 Apply medium CA to the base of the wing antenna C and press it into the r...

Page 10: ...rt Assignments BND PRG BIND 1 Throttle 2 Aileron 3 Elevator 4 Rudder 5 Light Module 6 Flaps Model Assembly Continued LED Light Controller Settings and Options 1 Plug the light controller into the gear...

Page 11: ...nding gear and away from wind or the system will not initialize An LED will light on the receiver The ESC will sound single tones until the receiver and transmitter connect Once connected the ESC will...

Page 12: ...d Attach the linkage to the servo arm or control horn after adjustment The table to the right shows the factory settings for the control horns and servo arms Fly the aircraft at factory settings befor...

Page 13: ...E Select disabled the aircraft will be in AS3X mode exclusively CAUTION Keep all body parts well clear of the propeller and keep the aircraft securely restrained in case of accidental throttle activat...

Page 14: ...e aileron stick to the left The left aileron should move up and the right aileron down which will cause the aircraft to bank left 2 Move the aileron stick to the right The right aileron should move up...

Page 15: ...anges The mixes become active the first time the throttle is raised above 25 The control surfaces may be offset slightly at different throttle settings after the first time throttle is raised Trimming...

Page 16: ...ses too much LVC removes power supplied to the motor Disconnect and remove the Li Po battery from the aircraft after use to prevent trickle discharge Charge your Li Po battery to about half capacity b...

Page 17: ...flight battery apart from the aircraft and monitor the battery charge 7 Make note of the flight conditions and flight plan results planning for future flights Motor Service Post Flight This aircraft i...

Page 18: ...m is allowed Adjust the servo linkage Aircraft was not kept immobile for 5 seconds after battery connection With the throttle stick in lowest position Disconnect battery then reconnect battery and kee...

Page 19: ...h during bind process Power off transmitter and repeat bind process Hold transmitter bind button or switch until receiver is bound Aircraft will not connect after binding to transmitter Transmitter to...

Page 20: ...metry Receiver AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code Academy of Model Aeronautics National Model Aircraft Safety Code Effective January 1 2018 A model aircraft is a non human carrying device capable...

Page 21: ...ur local hobby store and or place of purchase cannot provide warranty support or service Once assembly setup or use of the Product has been started you must contact your local distributor or Horizon d...

Page 22: ...ign IL 61822 Email compliance horizonhobby com Web HorizonHobby com CAN ICES 3 B NMB 3 B IC 6157A TIARLGTNG1 This device contains license exempt transmitter s receivers s that comply with Innovation S...

Page 23: ...trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries Inc The DRACO name and likeness is property of Mike Patey and is used under license All other trademarks service marks and logos are property o...

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