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IMPORTANT:

 Bind the aircraft to your transmitter before wing installation for 

easier spoiler adjustment.

Before fl ying, bind the aircraft to your transmitter again to correctly set failsafe. 

Assembly

1.   Slide the wing tube (

A

) in the hole in the left wing.

2.   Slide the other end of the wing tube into the hole in the right wing until 

both wings meet. Ensure the aileron servo wires exit the wing through the 
forward slot in the bottom of the wing as shown.

3.   Install the wing cover (

B

) on the top of the wing, aligning the 5 holes as 

shown.

4.   Flip the wing assembly over and attach the right spoiler clevis (

C

) to the 

outermost hole in the servo arm (

D

). For more information about attaching 

the clevis, refer to the “Clevis Installation” section. Hemostats or needle 
nose pliers may be needed to connect the clevis.

Installation

1.   Remove the canopy hatch (

F

) from the fuselage.

2.   Insert the servo connectors (

G

) through the hole in the fuselage (

H

) to the 

receiver.

3.   Connect the aileron servos to the aileron Y-harness. The left and right 

servos can be connected to either side of the Y-harness. Insert the spoiler 
connector in the throttle port of the receiver.

Tip:

 When using a transmitter capable of controlling separate ailerons, the 

aileron Y-harness is not required. If desired, connect the aileron servos to the 
AIL and AUX1 ports of the receiver. Set up aileron control accordingly in your 
transmitter.

4.   Use the transmitter throttle to extend and retract the spoilers. Turn the wing 

as needed to adjust the spoilers. Disconnect and adjust the right spoiler 
clevis on the linkage so the spoilers extend equally and fully retract in 
response to the throttle.

5.   Apply tape over the spoiler linkage channels on the underside of the wings.

CAUTION:

 DO NOT crush or otherwise damage the wiring when 

attaching the wing to the fuselage.

6.   Install the wing assembly to the fuselage using 3 screws (

I

).

7.   Install the canopy hatch on the fuselage. When needed, disassemble in 

reverse order.

Tip:

 We recommend removing the wing from the fuselage for storage or 

transport.

A

Wing Assembly and Installation

B

C

D

H

I

F

G

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Summary of Contents for Ka-8

Page 1: ...Ka 8 Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d utilisation Manuale di Istruzioni...

Page 2: ...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 equ...

Page 3: ...ion 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 Pre ight...

Page 4: ...make sure it is not damaged e g swollen bent broken or punctured 2 Insert the charger into the appropriate power supply 12V accessory outlet 3 Connect the balancing lead of the battery to the charger...

Page 5: ...and clips 11 The receiver should retain the binding instructions received from the transmitter until another binding is done If you encounter problems follow the binding instructions and refer to the...

Page 6: ...6V Flashing Recommend charging before ying Battery is between 6 6 and 7 6V No LED connected battery DO NOT FLY BEFORE CHARGING Battery is below 6 6V Monitor your aircraft battery s voltage before and...

Page 7: ...er 3 Connect the aileron servos to the aileron Y harness The left and right servos can be connected to either side of the Y harness Insert the spoiler connector in the throttle port of the receiver Ti...

Page 8: ...ge to change the length of the linkage between the servo arm and the control horn Pull the tube from the clevis to the linkage Carefully spread the clevis then insert the clevis pin into the desired h...

Page 9: ...ption A N15343 represents an aircraft registered in the U S while Option B D54332 represents an aircraft registered in Germany Application 1 Ensure the fuselage is clean 2 Lift a decal from a sheet an...

Page 10: ...its link to the transmitter the failsafe will drive the servos to these settings made at binding Control Direction Test Transmitter Command Aircraft Reaction E l e v a t o r Up Elevator Command Down...

Page 11: ...t stretched slowly walk away from the stake stretching the rubber 4 Walk approximately 120 150 ft 36 46 m and attach the string loop to the Hi Start hook on the bottom of your airplane Keep a rm grasp...

Page 12: ...towplane 7 Slowly apply elevator to lift the towplane off of the ground Be sure to keep the towplane under the sailplane until you have reached your release altitude Tips for Towing Continually commun...

Page 13: ...nt side of the hill The backside of the hill has dangerous turbulence and will cause a crash with most sailplanes Flying on the backside of the hill is possible with DS dynamic soaring gliders but thi...

Page 14: ...nsert the connector in an open channel of the receiver GEAR is recommended for most transmitters When needed disassemble in reverse order Tow Line Connection 1 Pull back the lever F on the side of the...

Page 15: ...tandards B RADIO CONTROL 1 All pilots shall avoid ying directly over unprotected people vessels vehicles or structures and shall avoid endangerment of life and property of others 2 A successful radio...

Page 16: ...after binding to transmitter Transmitter too near aircraft during connecting process Move powered transmitter a few feet from aircraft disconnect and reconnect ight battery to aircraft Aircraft or tra...

Page 17: ...nce For questions or assistance please visit our website at www horizonhobby com submit a Product Support Inquiry or call the toll free telephone number referenced in the Warranty and Service Contact...

Page 18: ...conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycli...

Page 19: ...Prise EC2 c t contr leur 2 EC2 Connettore apparecchiatura batteria HBZ1004 1 5A AC Power Supply US Only 1 5A AC Power Supply US Only Alimentation secteur 1 5A USA uniquement 1 5A AC Alimentatore solo...

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