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V-Tail OPERATING MANUAL
Table of contents Kit contents.........................................................1 The spare parts list .............................................2 Kit Inspection .....................................................3 Charging the Flight Battery...................................4 Low Voltage Cutoff .............................................5 Assemble the plane ..........................................
WARNING WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury. This is a sophisticated hobby product and NOT a toy. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability.
Kit contents Kit contents 1. The fuselage (Front gear, motor, ESC, propeller, spinner, canopy, motor hatch cover, ) 2. Main wing set (A set of main wings with the flap and aileron control servos installed) 3. V shape tail (The tail with the servos) 4. Battery (RTF Version Only) 5. 2-3 cells BC-3C10 balance charger (RTF Version Only) page1 For More Info Vist: www.motionrc.
The spare parts list Replacement parts for the ROC Hobby V-tail are available using the order numbers in the Spare parts list that follows. The fastest, most economical service can be provided by your hobby dealer or mail-order company.
Kit inspection Before starting to build, inspect the parts to make sure they are acceptable quality. If any parts are missing or are not in good shape or acceptable quality, or if you need assistance with setup and assembly, please feel free to contact Motion RC. Please write down the name of the parts when you are reporting defective or missing of them. Motion RC Product Support ADDRESS: 28W039 Commercial Ave, Unit 8 Lake Barrington, IL 60010 Tel : 224-633-9090 Email: info@motionrc.com Web: www.motionrc.
Charging the Flight Battery Electrical Parameters Parameter Min Type Max Unit Working Voltage 9 12 16 V Input Power 15 Work Temperature -20 45 ℃ Store Temperature -20 65 ℃ Charging Stop Voltage 4.19 4.21 V Charging Current W 4.20 1000 mA Balancing Current 150 200 mA Activate Current 80 120 mA Using Steps: 1. Connect the charger to adapter with enough voltage and wattage, then the Power LED will turn on; 2.
Charging the Flight Battery Protection Function 1. Reverse connection protection of input 2. Reverse connection protection of output 3. Short circuit protection of output 4. Over voltage protection of output Troubleshooting 1. Power LED does not shine – Adapter isn’t connected correctly. Please check the polarity and reconnect adapter. 2. Charging abruptly stops and tries to restart constantly during charging – Output power of the adapter is not sufficient, please replace the adapter. 3.
Assemble the plane The control horns installation 1. The control horns and linkage rods are packed separately and contained in the spare parts bag. 1 4. Secure the control horn from the horn mounting side using the provided screws. The parts bag contains short and long screws. Be sure to use the shorter screws in the hole closest to the trailing edge side of the aileron (do the same for flaps and v-tails) and the longer screws in the holes closest to the servos. 4 2. Install the Aileron horns.
Assemble the plane 1. Insert the two white reinforcement bars into the tail half. Note: Do not force it further than it will slide, but make sure they get through the plastic mount. 1 Install the V-shape tail 4. Connect the tail servo wires to the servo wire extensions in the rear of the fuselage. Make sure to match the numbered labels and also check that the orange and/or white colored wires match when connected. 4 2. Connect the halves together.
Assemble the plane Install the main wing 1. The servo wire Y-harness for flaps and ailerons are pre-installed in the fuselage. One end of the harness should stick out from the wing mounting saddle, and the other end should be located in radio / battery compartment. 6.2 1 F la ps CH 1 7. Secure the tail into place using the provided tail securing plate. Make sure the plate aligns with both servos so that the tops of each servo fits in the cutout of the securing plate. (Screws PA 2.6*30 2PCS) 7 2.
Assemble the plane 4. Insert the aluminum wing spare into the main wing panel until the white retainer ring touches the wing. 6. Check to make sure the two wing halves are fully seated into place. 6 4 5. Mount the main wing into the wing saddle. You will need assistance to help pull the leads from the battery compartment side so that the wires do not interfere with the wing seating fully into place. 7. Snap in the main wing securing bolts. Note that the bolts are different sizes.
Assemble the plane Disassembly 1. The spinner is snapped into the propeller backplate. To remove, hold the spinner near the root of the propeller and squeeze gently. 1 4. Always check that the foldaway propeller blades are attached properly. Make sure that the bolts are on completely, but not too tight or they will prevent the blades from spinning freely. 4.1 2. Remove the nut using a nose needle plier or a socket wrench while holding the propeller set into place. 4.2 2 3.
Assemble the plane Install the battery Receiver 1. Slide the battery into the hook and loop ring from the back of the battery compartment with the cable toward the rear side of the hatch. 1 Aileron 1 Channel-1 — Aile Elevator 2 Channel-2 — Elev Throttle 3 Channel-3 — Thro Rudder 4 Channel-4 — Rudd Flaps 5 Channel-5 — Flaps The placement of the receiver 2. Secure the battery into place using the hook strip. Note: Do not arm the ESC while placing the battery into the compartment. 1.
Assemble the plane Check the C.G. (Center of Gravity) Center of Gravity When balancing your model, adjust the battery as necessary so that the model is level or slightly nose down. This is the correct balance point for your model. After the first few flights, the CG position can be adjusted for your personal preference. 1. The recommended Center of Gravity (CG) location for your model is (75 mm/3 in ) back from the leading edge of the main wing with the battery installed, as shown below.
Get your model ready to fly Important ESC information 1. The ESC included with the V-tail has a safe start. If the motor battery is connected to the ESC and the throttle stick is not in the low throttle or off position, the motor will not start until the throttle stick is moved to the low throttle or off position. Once the throttle stick is moved to the low throttle or off position, the motor will emit a series of beeps. Several beeps with the same tune means the ESC has detected the cells of the battery.
Get your model ready to fly The model and transmitter setup Before getting started, bind your receiver with your transmitter. Please refer to your Transmitter Manual for proper operation. CAUTION: To prevent personal injury, DO NOT install the propeller assembly onto the motor shaft while testing the control surfaces . DO NOT arm the ESC and do not turn on the transmitter till the Transmitter Manual instructs you to do so.
Get your model ready to fly 4. Align the control surface with the wing root by turning the clevis clockwise or counterclockwise on the linkage. Carefully open the clevis fork and put the clevis pin in the desired hole of the control horn. Snap the clevis closed. 6. Repeat the same steps 3, 4, 5 for the ailerons and flaps linkage rod installation. Make sure the flaps can move freely from up position to the down position (landing position). 4.1 6.1 4.2 6.2 5.
Get your model ready to fly Check the control direction Move the controls on the transmitter to make sure aircraft control surface move correctly. Disconnect one of the motor power supply wire before arming the ESC to avoid any injury. The control surface direction testing is shown below from the tail view of the plane. Aileron Elevator Rudder page16 For More Info Vist: www.motionrc.
Get your model ready to fly Normal flaps position Flaps Flaps in landing position Check the control throws The suggested control throw settings for ROC HOBBY V-tail are as follows (Dual rate setting): High Rate Low Rate Ailerons Elevator Rudder Flaps 18mm up/down 13mm up/down 12mm up/down Full 18mm down 11mm up/down 8mm up/down 7mm up/down Tips: At first flight, fly the model in low rate. When you first use high rates, be sure to fly at medium speeds since high rates will allow EXTREME maneuvering.
Before the model flying Find a suitable flying site Find a flying site clear of buildings, trees, power lines and other obstructions. Until you know how much area will be required and have mastered flying your plane in confined spaces, a site at least the size of two to three football fields should be adequate– a flying field specifically for R/C planes is best. Never fly near people– especially children who can wander unpredictably.
Flying course Take off The plane can only take off by the hand launch because of the lack of landing gear. To hand launch the V-tail, hold the fuselage on the underside of the airplane. Give a firm throw directly into the wind slightly up (5-10 degrees above the horizon) with the throttle all the way down and the propeller not spinning. After release, when the propeller is clear of your hands, throttle up to climb out.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution Aircraft will not respond to the throttle but responds to other controls. ESC is not armed. Throttle channel is reversed. Lower throttle stick and throttle trim to lowest settings. Reverse throttle channel on transmitter. Extra propeller nosie or extra Vibration. Damaged spinner, propeller. motor or motor mount. Loose propeller and spinner parts. Propellor installed backwards. Replaced damaged parts.
AMA AMA If you are not already a member of the AMA, please join, The AMA is the governing body of model aviation and membership provided liability insurance coverage, protects modelers’ rights and interests and is required to fly at most R/C sites. Academy of Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie, IN 47302-9252 Ph.(800)435-9262 Fax(765)741-0057 Or via the Internet at: http//www.modelaircraft.org Academy of Model Aeronautics National Model Aircraft Safety Code Effective January 1, 2011 A.
AMA Exceptions: ◆ Free Flight fuses or devices that burn producing smoke and are securely attached to the model aircraft during flight. ◆ Officially designated AMA Air Show Teams (AST) are authorized to use devices and practices as defined within the Team AMA Program Document (AMA Document #718). 3.
