Futaba 10CG 2.4GHz User Manual
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Engine idle management: IDLE-DOWN and THR-CUT: functions which work with the digital THROTTLE TRIM to provide
a simple, consistent means of engine operation. No more fussing with getting trim in just the right spot for landings or
takeoffs! For additional engine adjustments, see THROTTLE-NEEDLE (p. 65) and THROTTLE DELAY (p. 66).
IDLE-DOWN
(ACRO only): lowers the engine idle for: sitting on the runway prior to take off, stalls and spins, and landings.
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Important note: The IDLE-DOWN function is not normally used when starting the
engine, and its accidental operation may keep your engine from starting. The
10CG warns that IDLE-DOWN is on when the transmitter is turned on. Be sure to
turn off the function, or override the warning by pressing CURSOR lever if you
intended the function to be on.
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and THR-CUT to the other. There is no “normal” setting to start the engine. By default IDLE-DOWN is set to SWITCH C
center and down. This works well with THR-CUT also on SWITCH C
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loaded TRAINER SWITCH F (10CAG) or H (10CHG), then use the trainer function, you may risk loss of throttle
control or deadstick for your student.
GOAL of EXAMPLE:
STEPS:
INPUTS:
Decrease the throttle setting to idle
with the flip of a switch for spins and
landings.
Open BASICmenu, then open IDLE-DOWN
function.
for 1 second.
(If ADVANCE,
again.)
C
to IDLE-DOWN.
Activate the function.
C
to MIX.
to OFF.
With THROTTLE STICK at idle, adjust
the rate until engine idles as desired.*
THROTTLE STICK.
C
to RATE.
until engine idles as
desired.
Optional: change switch assignment.
Choose desired switch and position.**
C
to SW.
to desired SWITCH.
C
to POSI.
to desired position.
Close.
Where next?
THR-CUT
: see p. 41.
*Normally a value of 10- 20%. Secure the fuselage, engine running. Set the THROTTLE STICK to idle. Adjust the IDLE-DOWN
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switch ON and OFF until the desired idle is achieved. Be sure to throttle up periodically to allow the engine to “clean out” and idle reliably.
*Also LOGIC SW(Lsw1 to 3) may be assigned. Set up LOGIC SW: See p. 38.