PARKZONE Ka-8 User Manual Download

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Thank you for purchasing the ParkZone

Ka-8 sailplane. Many a full-scale pilot has taken their ﬁ rst single-seat sailplane ﬂ ight at the controls of a Ka-8. Its

friendly ﬂ ight characteristics and impressive thermal performance make it the perfect next step for newly licensed pilots eager to stretch their wings.

The ParkZone Ka-8 sailplane brilliantly captures the grace of this pre-composite era beauty. Like the full-scale Ka-8, it delivers a relaxing ﬂ ying experience free of
any bad habits. It can be launched using a Hi-Start, off a slope or behind a tow plane. The Z-Foam

™

construction offers durability as well as easy repairs.

Before you launch, though, you need to take a few minutes and read this manual. In addition to assembly instructions, you’ll ﬁ nd helpful tips on installing the
optional E-ﬂ ite

Servoless Payload Release, aerotowing, Hi-Start, slope soaring and operation of the Schempp-Hirth style of spoilers. It’s all here to make your

ﬁ rst ﬂ ight and every one after the best it can be.

Battery Charging ................................................................................. 4
Transmitter and Receiver Binding ........................................................ 5
Battery Installation .............................................................................. 5
Voltage Regulator and Receiver Arming ............................................... 6
Wing Assembly and Installation ........................................................... 7
Horizontal Tail Installation ................................................................... 8
Clevis Installation ................................................................................ 8
Control Horn and Servo Arm Settings .................................................. 8
Decal Installation ................................................................................ 9
Preﬂ ight Checklist ............................................................................... 9
Center of Gravity (CG) ......................................................................... 9
Dual Rates .......................................................................................... 9

Control Direction Test ........................................................................ 10
Flying Tips and Repairs ..................................................................... 11
Servoless Tow Release Installation .................................................... 14
Post Flight Checklist ......................................................................... 15
AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code .......................................... 15
Troubleshooting Guide ...................................................................... 16
Limited Warranty .............................................................................. 17
Warranty and Service Contact Information ........................................ 18
FCC Information ................................................................................ 18
Compliance Information for the European Union ................................ 18
Replacement Parts ............................................................................ 67
Optional Parts ................................................................................... 67

The Ka-8

Weight:

27.7 oz

(785

41.0 inches (1.7m)

88.6 inches (2.25m)

Speciﬁ cations

Installed

(2) Aileron Servos (PKZ1080)
(1) Rudder Servo (1) Elevator
Servo, (1) Spoiler servo
(PKZ1090)

Installed

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