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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. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires 
some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible manner could 
result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This product is not intended for use by 
children without direct adult supervision. Do not use with incompatible components or alter this product 
in any way outside of the instructions provided by Horizon Hobby, Inc. This manual contains instructions 
for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings 
in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or 
serious injury.

Safety Precautions and Warnings

 

• Always keep a safe distance in all directions 

around your model to avoid collisions or injury. 
This model is controlled by a radio signal subject 
to interference from many sources outside your 
control. Interference can cause momentary loss 
of control. 

• Always operate your model in open spaces away 

from full-size vehicles, traffi c and people.

• Always carefully follow the directions and 

warnings for this and any optional support equip-
ment (chargers, rechargeable battery packs, etc.).

• Always keep all chemicals, small parts and 

anything electrical out of the reach of children.

• Always avoid water exposure to all equipment 

not specifi cally designed and protected for this 
purpose. Moisture causes damage to electronics.

• Never place any portion of the model in your 

mouth as it could cause serious injury or 
even death.

• Never operate your model with low transmitter 

batteries.

• Always keep aircraft in sight and under control.
• Always use fully charged batteries.
• Always keep the transmitter powered on while 

aircraft is powered.

• Always remove batteries before disassembly.
• Always keep moving parts clean.
• Always keep parts dry.
• Always let parts cool after use before touching.
• Always remove batteries after use.
• Always ensure failsafe is properly set 

before fl ying.

• Never operate aircraft with damaged wiring.
• Never touch moving parts.

Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy. 

NOTICE

All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion 
of Horizon Hobby, Inc. For up-to-date product literature, visit www.horizonhobby.com and click on the 
support tab for this product.

Meaning of Special Language:

The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential 
harm when operating this product:

NOTICE:

 Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage 

AND little or no possibility of injury.

CAUTION:

 Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property 

damage AND a possibility of serious injury.

WARNING:

 Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, 

collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of superfi cial injury.

Summary of Contents for UMX Pitts S-1S

Page 1: ...Instruction Manual UMX Pitts S 1S ...

Page 2: ...anything electrical out of the reach of children Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not specifically designed and protected for this purpose Moisture causes damage to electronics Never place any portion of the model in your mouth as it could cause serious injury or even death Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries Always keep aircraft in sight and under control Always use...

Page 3: ... product online go to www e fliterc com Installed Motor 180BL 3000Kv Brushless Outrunner EFLUM180BLB Receiver Spektrum 6 Ch AS3X Receiver with BL ESC SPMAS6410NBL 4 2 3 Gram Performance Linear Long Throw Servo SPMSA2030L Needed to Complete Recommended Battery 200mAh 2S 7 4V 25C Li Po 26AWG EFLB2002S25 Recommended Battery Charger Celectra 2S 7 4V DC Li Po Charger EFLUC1007 Recommended Transmitter Sp...

Page 4: ...g It s so gratifying in fact that it s as though you re the RC pilot of an expertly tuned giant scale model AS3X will change the way you ll want to fly now and in the future To see what we mean go to www E fliteRC com AS3X Preflight Checklist AS3X Stabilization Delivers Breakthrough Performance When a Li Po battery is discharged below 3V per cell it will not hold a charge The aircraft s ESC protect...

Page 5: ...structions Refer to your Futaba transmitter manual for instructions on reversing the throttle channel 1 Refer to your transmitter s unique instructions for binding to a receiver location of transmitter s Bind control 2 Make sure the flight battery is disconnected from the aircraft 3 Power off your transmitter 4 Connect the flight battery in the aircraft The receiver LED will begin to flash rapidly ty...

Page 6: ...r of Gravity CG At the wing root measure the CG location 32 5mm back from the forward most leading edge of the top wing 3 Lower the throttle and throttle trim to the lowest settings on your transmitter Power on your transmitter then wait 5 seconds 4 Connect the battery to the ESC noting proper polarity Keep the plane immobile and away from wind for 5 seconds to allow the AS3X system to initialize ...

Page 7: ... the aircraft at factory settings before making changes After flying you may choose to adjust the linkage positions for the desired control response CAUTION When these are incorrectly connected for the pilot s skill level unexpected aircraft response to controls can result This can cause damage to the aircraft and personal injury Aileron Elevator Rudder Dual Rates To obtain the best flight performan...

Page 8: ...uring flare keep the wings level and the airplane pointed into the wind Gently lower the throttle while pulling back on the elevator to bring the aircraft down on all three wheels Failure to lower the throttle stick and trim to the lowest possible positions during a crash could result in damage to the ESC in the receiver unit which may require replacement This aircraft is equipped with Over Current...

Page 9: ...t Motor 1 Remove the battery hatch by gripping the front of the hatch then pulling it up and away from the fuselage 2 Disconnect the motor wire connector from the ESC receiver connector 3 Remove the screw D and motor E from the motor mount 4 Remove 3 screws F and the prop adapter G from the motor The motor magnet may attract screws to the motor Assembly Assemble in reverse order Connect the motor ...

Page 10: ...se throttle channel on transmitter Motor disconnected from receiver Open fuselage and make sure motor is connected to the receiver Extra propeller noise or extra vibration Damaged propeller spinner or motor Replace damaged parts Prop screw is too loose Tighten the prop screw Prop is out of balance Remove and balance propeller or replace with a balanced propeller Reduced flight time or aircraft unde...

Page 11: ...ed after landing Over Current Protection OCP stops the motor when the transmitter throttle is set high and the propeller cannot turn Fully lower throttle and throttle trim to arm ESC Servo locks or freezes at full travel Travel adjust value is set above 100 overdriving the servo Set Travel adjust to 100 or less and or set sub trims to Zero and adjust linkages mechanically Troubleshooting Guide Con...

Page 12: ...ithout additional protection Ship via a carrier that provides tracking and insurance for lost or damaged parcels as Horizon is not responsible for merchandise until it arrives and is accepted at our facility An Online Service Request is available at http www horizonhobby com content _ service center_render service center If you do not have internet access please contact Horizon Product Support to ...

Page 13: ...isposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling please contact your local city office your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product Country of Purchase Horizon Hobby Phone Number Email Address Addres...

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Page 16: ...rizon Hobby Inc The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries Inc Futaba is a registered trademark of Futaba Denshi Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation of Japan Aviat Aviat Aircraft and Pitts are trademarks or registered trademarks of Aviat Aircraft Inc and is used under license by Horizon Hobby Inc Patents pending www e fliterc com Created 1 14 38313 EFLU5250 ...

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