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Carbon-Z Yak 54 Specifi cations
Wingspan
Length
Weight
(RTF)
48 in (1220mm)
48.5 in (1232mm)
3.75-3.81 lb (1700-1730 g)
Carbon-Z Yak 54
Features
Bind-N-Fly
Version
Plug-
N-Play
Version
Motor
BL25 Brushless
Outrunner, 1000Kv
Installed
Installed
ESC
E-flite® Pro 60A brushless
with Switch-Mode BEC
Installed
Installed
Receiver
Spektrum™ AR600
DSM2™
6-channel sport receiver *
Installed
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Separately
Battery
4S 14.8V 2800mAh 30C
Li-Po
Included
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Separately
Charger
Variable rate 3-to 4-cell
Li-Po balancing fast
charger
Included
Sold
Separately
Transmitter
Full range DSM2
aircraft transmitter *
Sold
Separately
Sold
Separately
* Recommended for Plug-N-Play Version
The Carbon-Z Yak 54 is a semi scale 3D performer designed by Quique Somenzini. It features a new construction
process that brings foam constructed airplanes onto the same playing field as balsa. Carbon-Z material comes
from a process that combines foam with carbon fiber reinforcements, making it stronger than balsa but with no
additional weight.
The foam outer material is designed to survive minor crashes with minimal damage. However, in the event
of a crash, the Carbon-Z Yak 54 is designed to be easy to repair. Minor dents to the foam outer surface can be
repaired easily in the field. The aircraft is also modularly designed to make replacement of damaged sections
easy. The resulting product is a great flying plane that will spend more time in the air and less time in the
workshop. The Carbon-Z Yak 54 will be tuned to specifications recommended by Quique Somenzini himself. All
components, from the servos to the motor, have been selected and tuned to optimize the plane’s performance.
To register your product online, go to www.e-fliterc.com
• DO NOT USE A Ni-Cd OR Ni-MH CHARGER. Failure
to charge the battery with a compatible charger
may cause fire resulting in personal injury and/or
property damage.
• If at any time the battery begins to balloon or
swell, discontinue use immediately. If charging or
discharging, discontinue charging and disconnect.
Continuing to use, charge or discharge a battery
that is ballooning or swelling can result in fire.
• Store the battery at room temperature in a dry
area for best results.
• When transporting or temporarily storing the
battery the temperature range should be from
40–120º F. Do not store battery or model in a car
or direct sunlight. If stored in a hot car, the battery
can be damaged or even catch fire.
• Li-Po cells should not be discharged to below 3V
each under load.
In the case of the Li-Po battery used for the Carbon-Z
Yak 54, you will not want to allow the battery to fall
below 3V per cell during flight.
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Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC) .......................................................5
Charging the Flight Battery ....................................................5
General Assembly and Maintenance Tips.............................6
Transmitter and Receiver Binding .........................................6
Installing Landing Gear ..........................................................7
Installing Rudder .....................................................................8
Installing Wings.......................................................................8
Installing Horizontal Tail and Pushrods on Control Horns ...9
Installing the Flight Battery .................................................. 10
Removing the Control Surfaces........................................... 11
PNP Installation .....................................................................13
Range Check and Pre-Flying Tips .........................................13
Flying Tips and Repairs ........................................................13
2010 Offi cial Academy of Model Aeronautics Safety Code 14
Troubleshooting Guide.........................................................15
Replacement Parts ................................................................16
Warranty and Repair Policy ..................................................17
Contact Information ..............................................................18
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