Horizon Hobby E-FLITE Turbo Timber SWS 2.0m EFL71750 Manuel D'utilisation page 26

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Flying Tips and Repairs ARF/BNF Basic
Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a flying location.
Flying Field
Always choose a wide-open space for flying your aircraft. It is recommended you
fly at a designated RC flying field. Always avoid flying near houses, trees, wires
and buildings. Avoid flying in areas where there are many people, such as parks,
schoolyards, or soccer fields.
Range Check your Radio System
Before you fly, range check the radio system. Refer to your specific transmitter
instruction manual for range test information.
Understanding Oscillation
Once the AS3X system is active (after advancing the throttle for the first time), you
will normally see the control surfaces react to aircraft movement. In some flight
conditions, you may see oscillation. If oscillation occurs, decrease airspeed. If
oscillation persists, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide for more information.
Takeoff
For your first flights, set your transmitter timer to 5 minutes. Adjust your timer for
longer or shorter flights once you have flown the model.
Place the aircraft in position for takeoff (facing into the wind). Select low rates for
first takeoff and gradually increase the throttle to 3/4 to full and steer with the
rudder. Pull back gently on the elevator and climb to a comfortable altitude.
Flying
Fly the airplane and trim it for level flight at 3/4 throttle. After landing, adjust the
linkages mechanically to account for trim changes and then reset the trims to
neutral. Ensure the aircraft will fly straight and level with no trim or sub-trim.
Landing
To land the aircraft, reduce the throttle to 1/4 and fly the airplane down to about
a foot above the ground. Reduce power and add back pressure on the elevator to
flare the airplane. Avoid holding too much elevator after touchdown to prevent the
plane from becoming airborne again. Gently steer with the rudder until the plane
has slowed. Avoid sharp turns on the ground until the plane has slowed enough to
prevent scraping the wing tips.
SAFE Select Flying Tips BNF Basic
When flying in SAFE Select mode the aircraft will return to level flight any time the
aileron and elevator controls are at neutral. Applying aileron or elevator control
will cause the airplane to bank, climb or dive. The amount the stick is moved will
determine the attitude the airplane flies. Holding full control will push the aircraft
to the pre-determined bank and roll limits, but it will not go past those angles.
When flying with SAFE Select, it is normal to hold the control stick deflected with
moderate aileron input when flying through a turn. To fly smoothly with SAFE Select,
avoid making frequent control changes and don't attempt to correct for minor devia-
tions. Holding deliberate control inputs will command the aircraft to fly at a specific
angle, and the model will make all corrections to maintain that flight attitude.
When flying with SAFE Select, throttle will make the aircraft climb or descend. Full
throttle will cause the aircraft to pitch up and climb slightly. Mid throttle will keep the
airplane flying level. Low throttle will cause the airplane to descend slightly nose-down.
Return the elevator and aileron controls to neutral before switching from SAFE
Select mode to AS3X mode. If you do not neutralize controls when switching into
AS3X mode, the control inputs used for SAFE Select mode will be excessive for
AS3X mode and the aircraft will react immediately.
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NOTICE: If a crash is imminent, reduce the throttle and trim fully. Failure to do so
could result in extra damage to the airframe, as well as damage to the ESC and
motor.
NOTICE: After any impact, always ensure the receiver
is secure in the fuselage. If you replace the receiver, install the new receiver in
the same orientation as the original receiver or damage may result.
NOTICE: Crash damage is not covered under warranty.
NOTICE: When you are finished flying, never leave the aircraft in direct sunlight
or in a hot, enclosed area such as a car. Doing so can damage the aircraft.
Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC)
When a Li-Po battery is discharged below 3V per cell, it will not hold a charge. The
ESC protects the flight battery from over-discharge using Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC).
Before the battery charge decreases too much, LVC removes power supplied to the
motor. Power to the motor pulses, showing that some battery power is reserved for
flight control and safe landing. Disconnect and remove the Li-Po battery from the
aircraft after use to prevent trickle discharge. Charge your Li-Po battery to about
half capacity before storage. During storage, make sure the battery charge does
not fall below 3V per cell. LVC does not prevent the battery from over-discharge
during storage.
NOTICE: Repeated flying to LVC will damage the battery.
Tip: Monitor your aircraft battery's voltage before and after flying by using a
Li-Po Cell Voltage Checker (SPMXBC100, sold separately).
Repairs
Thanks to the wood material this aircraft is constructed of, repairs to the structure
can be made using virtually any adhesive (wood glue, regular CA, epoxy, etc). After
repair, use adhesive backed or iron on covering material to patch the repair.
When parts are not repairable, see the Replacement Parts List for ordering by item
number. For a listing of all replacement and optional parts, refer to the list at the
end of this manual.
Differences between SAFE Select and AS3X modes
This section is generally accurate but does not take into account flight speed,
battery charge status, and other limiting factors.
SAFE Select
Control stick
Aircraft will self level
is neutralized
Holding a Aircraft will bank or pitch to a
small amount moderate angle and maintain
of control the attitude
Aircraft will bank or pitch to
Holding full
the predetermined limits and
control
maintain the attitude
Full throttle: Climb
Throttle Neutral: Level flight
Low throttle: Descend
Turbo Timber SWS 2.0m
AS3X
Aircraft will continue to
fly at its present attitude
Aircraft will continue to
pitch or roll slowly
Aircraft will continue to
roll or pitch rapidly
Throttle will not affect
flight response.