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Cessna 210 Centurion RTF  

Instruction Manual

Radio System: 3-channel proportional, 2.4GHz

Battery: 3.7V 70mAh Li-Po

Wingspan: 5 in (380mm)

Length: 2

3

in (325mm)

Flying Weight: 0.6 oz (8 g)

Cessna and 210 Centurion are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Textron 

Innovations Inc. in the USA and/or other countries, used under license.

Summary of Contents for Cessna 210 Centurion RTF

Page 1: ... proportional 2 4GHz Battery 3 7V 70mAh Li Po Wingspan 15 in 380mm Length 1213 16 in 325mm Flying Weight 0 6 oz 18 g Cessna and 210 Centurion are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Textron Innovations Inc in the USA and or other countries used under license ...

Page 2: ... Cessna 210 Centurion features the latest in ultra sub micro technology including a 2 4GHz fully proportional 3 channel radio system with full control of throttle rudder and elevator Your Cessna 210 Centurion also comes complete with the latest in lightweight electronic speed control technology two linear servos a 3 7V 70mAh Li Po flight battery and a convenient charger Warning Though your ParkZon...

Page 3: ... uses a unique binding operation to link your transmitter with your receiver Please note that your radio system has been bound for you already Should you need to replace a transmitter or your aircraft you will need to perform the binding process as detailed below 1 Make sure your transmitter is powered off and the battery has been removed from your Cessna 210 Centurion 2 With the transmitter power...

Page 4: ...y 1 Slide the battery into the charge slot on the display stand 2 Gently press the battery into the charging jack in the bottom of the slot The LED light on the base will turn solid red 3 The battery will charge in approximately 20 minutes when nearly depleted 4 As the battery nears fully charged the LED will begin to blink When fully charged the LED will blink once every 20 seconds 5 You can expe...

Page 5: ...he throttle forward and the propeller should spin at a high speed CAUTION Make sure that you keep everything away from the propeller at all times 6 When finished with the motor test continue to Tail Control Test on the next page 7 You may notice there is quite a bit of down thrust when looking at the prop prop shaft This is intentional and is not a sign of damage Adult Supervision Required Warning...

Page 6: ...he test is complete be sure to disconnect the flight battery first then turn off the transmitter This should be done each time you turn off the airplane Note It is very important to make sure that the control surfaces rudder and elevator are at 0 degrees when the right transmitter stick is centered Step 5 Making Adjustments to the Control Surfaces 1 Any changes necessary to bring both the rudder a...

Page 7: ...imum ceiling height of 20 feet We suggest that first flights are done in a larger area such as in a basketball court or gymnasium If you choose to make your flights outdoors the conditions MUST be COMPLETELY CALM The Cessna 210 Centurion weighs less than 1 ounce and can easily be blown away If you choose to fly outdoors remember to always keep the plane upwind from you to avoid flyaways Make certa...

Page 8: ...the throttle slider is advanced the propeller should spin quickly 6 As the first person moves the transmitter controls at the same time the other person watches to be sure the airplane s motor and tail controls operate smoothly Step 8 Seek Assistance from an Experienced Radio Control Pilot VERY IMPORTANT The 3 channel control system is designed for the experienced radio control pilot and is not in...

Page 9: ... had several successful flights of hand launching the Cessna 210 Centurion 2 Make certain the aircraft battery is fully charged 3 Turn on transmitter 4 Plug in aircraft battery 5 Stand behind the Cessna 210 Centurion Make certain you are on a smooth surface such as concrete or wood 6 Apply full throttle and adjust the right stick so that you keep your Cessna 210 Centurion on its intended path 7 If...

Page 10: ...left for more than two seconds as this will cause the plane to enter a spiral and could threaten your Cessna 210 Centurion 5 Do not try to climb too fast by pulling all the way back on the stick up elevator or your plane may enter into a stall Instead climb by giving small amounts of elevator 6 Damage bends to the wings or tail can greatly affect flight control Repair or replace the damaged parts ...

Page 11: ... increase throttle Step 13 Using Elevator Your Cessna 210 Centurion is equipped with a third channel for elevator pitch control Pulling back on the stick provides up elevator This allows for shorter takeoffs better flares for landing better climb rates and more effective turns However pulling too far back on the elevator to climb too quickly will cause the airplane to enter a stall make the nose o...

Page 12: ... if you choose to reach an altitude of approximately 4 feet At this point reduce even more throttle and your Cessna 210 Centurion should glide in softly for a landing Note Your Cessna should be landed on a smooth surface such as concrete or wood so that the landing gear can work effectively Expert Tip As you get better and more experienced at flying try adding a bit of up elevator just prior to la...

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