SAVAGE MAX
Instruction Manual
INTRODUCTION
BEFORE YOU START
1. If you are not an experienced R/C pilot, plan to have a fully competent
pilot check your completed model and help you with your first flights.
Even though we have tried to provide you with a thorough instruction
manual, R/C models are rather complicated and an experienced modeller
can quickly check over your model to make sure your first flights are su-
ccessful.
2. Please assemble your model exactly according to these instructions. Do
not attempt to modify or change your model in any way as doing so may
adversely change its flying characteristics.
3. Before you begin, please check the entire contents of this kit to make sure
that no parts are missing or damaged. This will also help you to become fa-
miliar with each component of your plane. If you find that any of the parts
are either missing or damaged, please contact your dealer immediately
for replacement.
Note:
Your dealer cannot accept kits for return if construction has begun.
4. Trial fit each part before gluing it in place. Make sure you are using the
correct part and that it fits well before assembling. No amount of glue can
make up for a poor fitting part.
5. The manual contains drawing showing the default position of the Centre
of Gravity (CG) and recommended control surface throws. Please note it is
essential to keep the recommended CG position for the first flight other-
wise the model could be unstable, hard to control or even unable to fly
at all! Later you can fine tune the CG position to suit your flying style and
skills.
SPECIFICATION
Wingspan
1080 mm
Length
1200 mm
All-up Weight
ca 850 g
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
• An R/C aeroplane is not a toy! If misused, it can cause serious bodily harm
and damage to property. Fly only on a safe place following all instructions
and recommendations in this manual. Beware of the propeller! Keep loo-
se items that can get entangled in the propeller away from the spinning
propeller, including loose clothing, or other objects such as pencils and
screwdrivers. Ensure that yours and other people’s hands, and face are kept
away from the rotating propeller.
• As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating it in a
manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage to
the product or the property of others. This model is controlled by a radio
signal that is subject to interference from many sources outside your cont-
rol. This interference can cause momentary loss of control so it is advisable
to always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model, as this
margin will help to avoid collisions or injury.
• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.
• Always operate your model in an open area away from power lines, cars,
traffic, or people. Avoid operating your model in populated areas where
injury or damage can occur.
• Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional supp-
ort equipment (chargers, rechargeable batteries, etc.) which you use.
• Keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of the reach of
children.
• Moisture causes damage to electronics. Avoid water exposure to all equip-
ment not specifically designed and protected for this purpose.
• The model is mostly made of plastic - it is not fireproof. It may not be expo-
sed to higher temperatures otherwise severe distortion of the foam airfra-
me or other damage may occur.
YOU WILL ALSO NEED
• At least four channel RC set, a power unit with 3-4S LiPo flight pack and
servos - refer to “RECOMMENDED POWER SYSTEMS AND SERVOS”.
• Regular modeller‘s tools:
modeller‘s knife, screwdrivers, pliers, electric
drill with drill bits (1.5 mm, 1.6 mm, 2.0 mm, 3,0 mm), No. 180-360 sand-
paper, etc.
• Glue:
medium and thin CA glue, accelerator for CA glue, hot melt glue.
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Congratulation on your purchase of the high performance 3D aerobatic SAVAGE
MAX model! You are about to start the assembly of a model manufactured from
virtually unbreakable EPP (extruded polypropylene) foam powered by a mighty
brushless motor and lightweight LiPo battery. Everybody who has already mas-
tered flying a “full house” trainer - with aileron, elevator, rudder, and throttle con-
trol - will enjoy this beast!
RECOMMENDED POWER SYSTEMS AND SERVOS
• Sunday Acro:
For aerobatic beginners and Sunday flyers; for everybody
who prefers classic pattern aerobatics with a light and virtually unbreaka-
ble foam model.
• Acro:
For sporty flyers preferring pattern aerobatics.
• Sunday 3D:
For 3D aerobatic beginners and Sunday flyers.
• 3D:
For everybody who likes it hot and 3D.
Note:
40-45A ESC with a good linear BEC should be OK if you are using analog
servos; however, if you are using high torque & speed digital servos, you should
go for an ESC featuring powerful switching SBEC.
3S LiPo
Sunday Acro
Acro
Motor
KAVAN C3536-1250
KAVAN PRO 3536-1150
Propeller
APC 10x5“E
APC 10x5“E
ESC
KAVAN R-40B
KAVAN PRO-40SB
Battery
KAVAN LiPo 11.1V 1800mAh
30/60C
KAVAN LiPo 11.1V 1300mAh
40/80C
Servos
KAVAN GO-13MG, Hitec HS-
-65MG, HS-70MG
KAVAN GO-1013MG, Hitec
HS-5065MG, HS-5070MH
3S LiPo
Sunday 3D
3D
Motor
KAVAN C3536-1000
KAVAN PRO 3536-1000
Propeller
APC 11x4.7“SF
APC 11x4.7“SF
ESC
KAVAN R-40B
KAVAN PRO-40SB
Battery
KAVAN LiPo 11.1V 1800mAh
40/80C
KAVAN LiPo 11.1V 1300mAh
40/80C
Servos
KAVAN GO-13MG, Hitec HS-
-65MG, HS-70MG
KAVAN GO-1013MG, Hitec
HS-5065MG, HS-5070MH
4S LiPo
Acro
3D
Motor
KAVAN PRO 3536-1150
KAVAN PRO 3536-1000
Propeller
APC 9x5“E
APC 10x4.7“SF
ESC
KAVAN PRO-40SB
KAVAN PRO-40SB
Battery
KAVAN LiPo 14.8V 1300mAh
40/80C
KAVAN LiPo 14.8V 1300mAh
40/80C
Servos
KAVAN GO-1013MG, Hitec
HS-5065MG, HS-5070MH
KAVAN GO-1013MG, Hitec
HS-5065MG, HS-5070MH
