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Thank you for purchasing the E-fl ite
®
UMX
™
ASK-21 scale RC sailplane. A fi rst of its kind in its size class
is a fully functional 4-channel aircraft capable of loops and rolls, as well as traditional thermal and slope
soaring. Lightweight and sleek, your new UMX ASK-21 is equipped with AS3X
®
System technology specially
tuned for the many variations of fl ight conditions you’ll encounter, so that you get the smooth experience
similar to that of fl ying a giant-scale sailplane. And like the giant-scale sailplanes, this UMX ASK-21 is
tow hook equipped making it aerotow capable when paired with the powerful E-fl ite UMX Carbon Cub SS
(EFLU1180). Another strong benefi t of the AS3X
®
is its outstanding ability to stabilize the glider while on a
tow line or Hi-start and help prevent common issues, such as heading loss, which can make smooth fl ight
diffi cult. Please be sure to read through this manual carefully so that you can successfully enjoy all the
benefi ts this outstanding ultra-micro model has to offer.
To register your product online, go to www.e-fl iterc.com
Table of Contents
Prefl ight Checklist .................................................4
Charging Warnings................................................4
Charging the Battery .............................................5
Wing Installation ...................................................6
Transmitter and Receiver Binding .........................7
Installing the Flight Battery ..................................7
Initializing AS3X ....................................................8
Control Centering ..................................................8
Settings for Control Horns .....................................8
Control Direction Test ............................................9
Dual Rates ............................................................9
Adjusting Center of Gravity (CG) ............................9
Hi-Start Hook Installation ....................................10
Hi-Start Launch ..................................................10
Towing ................................................................12
Tips for Towing ...................................................13
Tow Release Installation......................................13
Flying Tips and Repairs .......................................14
Additional Safety Precautions and Warnings ........15
Troubleshooting Guide ........................................15
Troubleshooting Guide (Continued) ......................16
Limited Warranty ................................................17
Warranty and Service Information .......................18
Compliance Information for the European Union ..18
Replacement Parts .............................................70
Optional Parts and Accessories ..........................71
Parts Contact Information ...................................71
Receiver:
DSM2/DSMX 6Ch UM AS3X
Receiver ESC (EFLU1264)
Servos:
(1) 2.3-Gram Performance Linear
Long Throw Servo (SPMSA2030L)
(2) 2.3-Gram Linear Long Throw
Offset Servo (SPMSA2030LO)
(2) (SPMSA2030L) on the board
Included
Battery:
150mAh 1S 25C Li-Po
(EFLB1501S25)
Battery Charger:
1S 3.7V Li-Po
(EFLC1000)
Additional Components:
4
AA
Batteries
Tow Line (EFLU1257)
Tow Plate (EFLU1255)
Hi-Start and Stake (EFLU1258)
Hi-Start Hook and Screw
(EFLU1255)
Needed to Complete
Recommended Transmitter:
Spektrum
™
Full range DSM2
®
/DSMX
®
with
dual-rates (DX4e and up)
Installed
17 in (432mm)
2.56 oz
(72.5 g)
33.9 in (860mm)
