PARKZONE F-27 Stryker Instruction Manual Download Page 7

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Step 7

Mode Change Flight Control System 

Your F-27 Stryker™ is equipped with Mode Change

Flight Control™ software that allows you to choose two
ways to fly. A switch on top of the transmitter allows
you to easily select the desired mode.

Mode A. In this mode, you will be limited in the amount
of travel of the control surfaces (elevons), allowing for
smooth and more manageable control. We recommend
that you begin flying in this mode until you become
more familiar with the F-27 Stryker. A label on the
transmitter will show the position of the switch 
(pushed back away from pilot) when in Mode A.

Mode B. The travel of the elevons are no longer limited.
This mode is absolutely ideal for extreme aerial combat
with an optional Sonic Combat Module™ (HBZ4020),
pylon racing, inverted flight and other outrageous flying
maneuvers. However, your F-27 Stryker will also be
much easier to crash in Mode B as well. This mode is
recommended for advanced pilots only. The transmitter
label will show the position of the switch (all the way
toward pilot when holding transmitter) when in Mode B. 

Note: It is possible to change the flight modes during
flight. This should be done at higher altitudes.

Step 8

Choose a Large, Open Grassy Field   
• A large, open grass field is required to fly your 

F-27 Stryker. The Stryker can achieve speeds of up to 
50 mph, so it covers ground fast. The bigger the 
field, the better.

• It is essential to have a minimum of 300 feet of 

clear space in all directions from the pilot. If you 
ignore this direction, you will have problems.

• Make certain that you do not fly near trees, buildings, 

or other areas that can restrict your view or interfere 
with your flying.

Transmitter decal

Summary of Contents for F-27 Stryker

Page 1: ...ParkZone products are distributed exclusively by Horizon Hobby Inc 4105 Fieldstone Road Champaign IL 61822 2004 Horizon Hobby Inc www parkzone com 6404 PKZ1205 6 05482 14170 0 6404 ...

Page 2: ...l Charge and Fly Park Flyer FM Radio 3 proportional channels Battery 8 4V 900mAh Ni MH Charger DC peak detect Wing Durable EPP foam Wing Span 37 in 950mm Length 27 in 700mm Weight 21 oz 580g Motor 480 Power direct drive ...

Page 3: ... under the warranty Your F 27 Stryker comes with special software that gives you the ability to change flight modes as you gain more experience and become more advanced in your flying There are two independent modes to select from This is done easily with a switch on the transmitter Step 1 Step 2 Transmitter 1 Insert 8 new AA batteries supplied into the transmitter observing proper polarity 2 Turn...

Page 4: ...will continually blink while the battery charges 4 Charging is finished when the LED indicator glows steadily You should also notice at this time that the battery is warm to the touch Note Damage to the charger and battery will occur if you exceed the maximum charge rate recommended Note Do not leave the charger and battery unattended during the charge process While charging place the battery on a...

Page 5: ...ller should spin at a high speed The throttle arming feature will need to be activated each time the battery is plugged into the airplane Attaching the vertical fins You will need to attach the two vertical fins to the fuselage These fins will help to give the F 27 Stryker stability 1 Locate both fins from box 2 Install the fins into the slots on fuselage Adult Supervision Required WARNING Keep ev...

Page 6: ... case you can make small adjustments to the trim levers 3 Give the transmitter full right on the stick As you are looking from the tail of the aircraft the right elevon should deflect upward and the left downward in image 1 4 Give the transmitter full left on the stick The left elevon should deflect upward and the right downward 5 Pull back on the stick and the elevons should both deflect equally ...

Page 7: ...Module HBZ4020 pylon racing inverted flight and other outrageous flying maneuvers However your F 27 Stryker will also be much easier to crash in Mode B as well This mode is recommended for advanced pilots only The transmitter label will show the position of the switch all the way toward pilot when holding transmitter when in Mode B Note It is possible to change the flight modes during flight This ...

Page 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 intended for the first time flyer It is best to have HobbyZone Zone 2 experience First time pilots of the ParkZone F 27 Stryker should seek the assistance of an experi enced RC flyer until the additional third channel pitch control has b...

Page 9: ... you by the wind 6 Flying in too much wind is by far the number one reason for those who are inexperienced to crash or have fly aways 7 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 Climb by giving small amounts of elevator 8 Damage bends to the wings or tails can greatly affect flight control Replace the damaged parts immedi...

Page 10: ...in the altitude that you desire 3 To reduce altitude reduce throttle 4 To increase altitude increase throttle Step 13 continued Sharp Turns In order to make a sharper turn move the stick in the desired direction and add some up elevator pull back on stick The plane will make a sharper banking turn Note With the throttle slider set at low or off gliding the plane will not turn as fast as when you a...

Page 11: ...h control Failure to do so could result in a crash and significant damage to your airplane Step 16 Landing Your F 27 Stryker When you begin to notice that your F 27 Stryker no longer climbs well under full power normally after approximately 10 15 minutes the battery is getting low and it is time to land Bring in your Stryker directly into the wind and toward the desired landing spot Gradually redu...

Page 12: ...amage is not covered under the warranty X Port Your F 27 Stryker comes equipped with HobbyZone s exclusive X Port feature This allows you to add the Sonic Combat Module HBZ4020 to your F 27 Stryker for incredible aerial combat With the SCM you can engage in aerial combat with other X port equipped aircraft When you successfully hit another person s SCM equipped aircraft a high pitched sound is emi...

Page 13: ...help prevent overcharg ing Place the battery on a heat resistant surface do not lay it on carpet or upholstery while charging 6 Never cut into the battery charger or airplane wires or serious injury can occur Causing the battery to short out crossing negative and positive bare wires can cause fire serious injury and damage 7 Hold the plane securely and keep all body parts away from the propeller w...

Page 14: ...ing to spiral down immediately release the stick and give the opposite turn control to the spiral After this is done and you once again have control of the airplane pull back on the elevator to level flight and level the wings 5 Don t attempt to fly or do maneuvers beyond your flying abilities without seeking the assistance of an experienced pilot 6 If you re gliding with the motor off allow the F...

Page 15: ...mation explaining the nature of the problem s encountered 4 Please date your correspondence and be sure your complete name address and daytime phone num ber appear on this enclosure Please include your original dated sales receipt Mail to the address below Horizon Service Center Attn ParkZone Dept 4105 Fieldstone Rd Champaign IL 61822 Warranty and Follow Up Procedures Unit does not operate 1 Trans...

Page 16: ...C RX CH 4 27 145 F 27 29 99 PKZ1255 ESC RX CH 5 27 195 F 27 29 99 PKZ1256 ESC RX CH 6 27 255 F 27 29 99 PKZ1267 Bare Fuselage unpainted F 27 19 99 HBZ1013 8 4V 7C 900mAh Battery Pack Ni MH 29 99 HBZ1026 DC Peak Charger 1 2 Amp 19 99 HBZ1058 Transmitter Antenna 4 99 HBZ6057 Transmitter Battery Cover 2 50 F 27 Stryker Option Parts HBZ2004 Propeller 6 cell low pitch 2 99 PKZ1023 9 6V 8C 900mAh Ni MH ...

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