E-flite Apprentice 15e RTF with DX5e Radio - Manual (Page 2)

2 E-flite Apprentice Assembly Manual
Introduction
The E-flite ® Apprentice RTF is a 15-size high wing trainer,
constructed of lightweight, durable Z-Foam ™ . The Apprentice
ready-to-fly trainer comes with everything needed to go from
purchase directly to the field. This includes the full-range
Spektrum ™ technology DX5e radio with 2.4GHz interference-free
technology and AR500 full-range receiver which will provide you
with years of flying. No building is required for this model. Simply
charge and install the battery, mount the wing and tail, install the
landing gear and go flying.
The Apprentice is powered with a 15-size brushless motor that
provides excellent power and performance. This trainer has a flat-
bottom wing that produces gentle flight characteristics. This trainer
enables the pilot to learn how to fly through buddy-box training
and progression to aerobatics, as the skills of the pilot allow. The
Apprentice is capable of flying mild aerobatics including inverted
flight, performing loops, and rolls. This model is equipped with
tricycle landing gear allowing better ground handling over tail-
dragger aircraft. This landing gear setup is durable and will also
allow takeoffs and landings on maintained grass runways. This is
a high-quality trainer with an excellent setup, taking the pilot from
beginner to basic aerobatics all from this one-box purchase. Go
from buy to fly with the Apprentice.
Using the Manual
This manual is divided into sections to help make assembly
easier to understand, and to provide breaks between each
major section. In addition, check boxes have been placed next
to each step to keep track of its completion. Steps with a single
circle () are performed once, while steps with two circles (
 ) indicate that the step will require repeating, such as for a
right or left wing panel, two servos, etc.
Remember to take your time and follow the directions.
Table of Contents
Introduction ......................................................................... 2
Using the Manual ................................................................ 2
Contents of Kit/Parts Layout ................................................. 3
Required Tools and Adhesives .............................................. 3
Optional Accessories ........................................................... 3
Note on Lithium Polymer Batteries ........................................ 3
Important Warranty Information ........................................... 3
Charging the Flight Battery .................................................. 4
Tail Installation .................................................................... 6
Landing Gear Installation ..................................................... 9
Checking the Receiver ........................................................ 10
Wing Installation ............................................................... 11
Battery Installation ............................................................. 14
Installing the Transmitter Batteries ....................................... 16
Removing the Propeller ...................................................... 17
Control Functions............................................................... 19
Centering the Control Surfaces and
Checking Control Direction ...................................... 20
Center of Gravity .............................................................. 29
Range Test Your Radio ....................................................... 30
Flying Your Apprentice ...................................................... 31
Setting the Control Throws ................................................. 32
Installing the Propeller........................................................ 35
Warning ........................................................................... 37
Instructions for Disposal of WEEE by
Users in the European Union ................................... 37
Optional Items for Your Apprentice ..................................... 38
LiPo Battery Pack Information ............................................. 39
Warranty Information ........................................................ 41
Safety, Precautions, and Warnings ..................................... 43
2008 Official AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code ... 44
Building and Flying Notes .................................................. 45
The Spektrum trademark is used with
permission of Bachmann Industries, Inc.