Flyzone FLZA3322 - Manual (Page 2)

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Mini Switch! Following the
success of the larger, original Switch plane, the Mini Switch
gives you two different fl ying experiences in one plane. The
change from high wing confi guration to low wing confi guration
requires only a screw driver and a few minutes. Both high
and low wing confi gurations are very maneuverable and can
satisfy the leisure pilot and the more sporty, aerobatic pilot.
Should the model become damaged, repairs can be made
quickly with regular CA glue.
For the latest technical updates or manual corrections to the
Mini Switch visit the Hobbico web site at fl yzoneplanes.com.
Open the “Airplanes” link, then select the Mini Switch. If there
is new technical information or changes to this model a “tech
notice” box will appear in the upper left corner of the page.
AMA
We urge you to join the AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics)
and a local R/C club. The AMA is the governing body of
model aviation and membership is required to fl y at AMA
clubs. Though joining the AMA provides many benefi ts,
one of the primary reasons to join is liability protection.
Coverage is not limited to fl ying at contests or on the club
fi eld. It even applies to fl ying at public demonstrations and
air shows. Failure to comply with the Safety Code (excerpts
printed in the back of the manual) may endanger insurance
coverage. Additionally, training programs and instructors
are available at AMA club sites to help you get started
the right way. There are over 2,500 AMA chartered clubs
across the country. Contact the AMA at the address or toll-
free phone number below:
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
http://www.modelaircraft.org/parkfl yer.aspx
IMPORTANT!!! Two of the most important things you can
do to preserve the radio controlled aircraft hobby are to
avoid fl ying near full-scale aircraft and avoid fl ying near or
over groups of people.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
PROTECT YOUR MODEL, YOURSELF & OTHERS…
FOLLOW THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Your Mini Switch should not be considered a toy, but rather
a sophisticated, working model that functions very much like
a full-size airplane. Because of its performance capabilities,
the Mini Switch, if not assembled and operated correctly,
could possibly cause injury to yourself or spectators and
damage to property.
2. You must assemble the model according to the
instructions. Do not alter or modify the model, as doing
so may result in an unsafe or unfl yable model. In a few
cases the instructions may differ slightly from the photos.
In those instances the written instructions should be
considered as correct.
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
AMA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Radio Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Battery and Charger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
TOOLS REQUIRED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
KIT INSPECTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
ASSEMBLE THE MODEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Install the Tail Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Setting Up the High Wing Confi guration . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Install the Propeller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
CHANGING TO THE LOW WING CONFIGURATION . . . . 8
GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Prepare the Transmitter and LiPo Battery . . . . . . . . . . 9
Lithium Battery Handling & Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Check the Control Directions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
OPERATING THE ESC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Check the Control Throws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Check the Balance (C.G.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Balance the Model Laterally. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
PREFLIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Identify Your Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Balance Propellers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Range Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
MOTOR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
AMA SAFETY CODE (excerpts). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Radio Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
CHECK LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
FLYING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Takeoff
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Flight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Landing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
20A ESC INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
TACTIC TTX404 RADIO INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
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