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The CG location is 75mm back from the leading edge of the wing. Install the 
recommended fl ight battery with the end of the battery aligned with the rear 
edge of the foam battery shelf. Make sure the fl ight battery is secured using 
the hook and loop strap. 

IMPORTANT: 

Always adjust the location of components in the fuselage to 

achieve the recommended center of gravity. Do not fl y your aircraft if the 
center of gravity is not at the recommended location.

Aircraft CG and weight is based on an E-fl ite 7.4V 1300mAh 20C battery 
(EFLB13002S20) installed.

Center of Gravity (CG)

75mm

2.95 inches back from the  
leading edge of the wing.

All aircraft carry a unique alphanumeric string that identifi es civil or military 
aircraft. Your ParkZone

®

 Ka-8 sailplane includes two alphanumeric decal op-

tions. 

Option 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 and carefully apply it to the aircraft.

3.   Rub out from the center of the self-adhesive decal to remove bubbles.

1.  Charge the fl ight battery.
2.  Install the fl ight battery in the aircraft (once it has been fully charged).
3.  Make sure the linkages move freely.
4.  Perform the Control Direction Test with the transmitter.

5.  Adjust the fl ight controls and transmitter.
6.  Perform a radio system Range Check.
7.  Find a safe and open area.
8.  Plan fl ight for fl ying fi eld conditions.

Prefl ight Checklist

Decal Installation

Dual Rates

Your DSM2/DSMX full range transmitter features dual rates to help you select 
the amount of travel that you want from the control surfaces.

High Rate

Low Rate

Aileron

17mm up/15mm down

12mm up/11mm down

Elevator

16mm up/down

11mm up/down

Rudder

32mm left/right

22mm left/right

B

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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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