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E-fl ite

®

 Edge 540QQ 280 BNF Basic, designed by world champion Quique Somenzini, has been 

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specifi cally built to provide exceptional precision scale and 3D aerobatic performance so that you can 

fl y from practically anywhere, such as a park or small fi eld. Beyond the advanced composite-reinforced 
foam construction, you’ll appreciate how its expert-approved control and power system components are 
installed, making it possible for you to get fl ying faster. Along with your favorite 

DSM2

®

/DSMX

®

 compatible 

transmitter, you can further assure the value of this model is maintained by considering a quality 11.1V 
Li-Po fl ight battery, such as the

 E-fl ite

®

 450mAh 3S 11.1V 30C Li-Po, 18AWG JST (EFLB4503SJ30), and a 

reliable charger, such as the 

E-fl ite

®

 

Celectra

 80W AC/DC Multi-Chemistry Battery Charger (EFLC3025).

Please be sure to read through this manual carefully so that you can successfully enjoy all the benefi ts this 
outstanding E-fl ite model has to offer.

To register your product online, go to www.e-fl iterc.com

Table of Contents

Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC) .......................................4
Transmitter and Receiver Binding  .........................4
Prefl ight Checklist .................................................4
Installing the Flight Battery  ..................................5
Arming the ESC ....................................................6
Installing the Wing ................................................7
Control Direction Test  ...........................................8
Control Centering ..................................................8
Settings for Servo Arms ........................................8
Dual Rates and Expos ...........................................9
Adjusting Center of Gravity (CG) ..........................10
Applying Decals ..................................................10

Removing the Landing Gear ................................11
Flying Tips and Repairs .......................................12
Post Flight Checklist ...........................................12
Service of Power Components ............................13
Troubleshooting Guide ........................................14
Limited Warranty ................................................15
Warranty and Service Information .......................16
Compliance Information for the European Union ..16
Replacement Parts ..............................................62
Optional Replacement and Accessories ...............63
Parts Contact Information ...................................63

Installed 

Motor: 

BL 280 Outrunner Motor, 

1800Kv (EFLM7010)

BL Controller, 10A (EFLA7300)

AR6310 DSMX Nanolite 6Ch Rx, Air 
(SPMAR6310)

(3) 3.5 g Digital Servo (EFLR7100)

Needed to Complete

Recommended Battery:

 450mAh 3S 

11.1V 30C LiPo, 18AWG JST 
(EFLB4503SJ30)

Recommended Battery Charger:

 

Celectra

 80W AC/DC Multi-Chemistry 

Battery Charger (EFLC3025)

Recommended Transmitter:

 Full Range 

DSM2

®

/DSMX

®

 with adjustable Dual rate and 

Adjustable exponential (DX6I and up)

24.1 in (612mm)

26 in (660mm)   

8.3oz
(235 g)

Box Contents

Summary of Contents for EDGE 540QQ 280

Page 1: ...Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d utilisation Manuale di Istruzioni EDGE 540QQ 280 ...

Page 2: ...e and serious injury OR create a high probability of superficial injury 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 Age Recommendation Not for children under 14 years This is not a toy Safety Precautions an...

Page 3: ...line go to www e fliterc com Table of Contents Low Voltage Cutoff LVC 4 Transmitter and Receiver Binding 4 Preflight Checklist 4 Installing the Flight Battery 5 Arming the ESC 6 Installing the Wing 7 Control Direction Test 8 Control Centering 8 Settings for Servo Arms 8 Dual Rates and Expos 9 Adjusting Center of Gravity CG 10 Applying Decals 10 Removing the Landing Gear 11 Flying Tips and Repairs 12...

Page 4: ...Identifier code of a single specific transmitter You need to bind your chosen Spektrum DSM2 DSMX technology equipped aircraft transmitter to the receiver for proper operation Any full range Spektrum DSM2 DSMX transmitter can bind to the DSM2 DSMX receiver Please visit www bindnfly com for a complete list of compatible transmitters Transmitter and Receiver Binding A CAUTION When using a Futaba transmi...

Page 5: ...rmation 4 Connect a fully charged flight battery to the ESC See the Arming the ESC instructions for correct connection of the battery to the ESC 5 Reinstall the battery hatch CAUTION Always disconnect the Li Po battery from the ESC when not flying to eliminate power supplied to the motor The ESC does not have an arming switch and will respond to any transmitter input when a signal is present CAUTIO...

Page 6: ...ry while the throttle is fully opened a musical tone will sound after 5 seconds Disconnect the battery immediately CAUTION Always keep hands away from the propeller When armed the motor will turn the propeller in response to any throttle movement Lower throttle and throttle trim to lowest settings Power on the Transmitter 1 Remove the magnetic battery hatch and install the flight battery to the hoo...

Page 7: ... landing gear is facing up Secure the left and right wing to the fuselage using the included screws C 6 Remove the screw D and the receiver cover E from the bottom of the fuselage 7 Connect the aileron servos in the wings to the Y harness connectors in the fuselage The left and right aileron servos can be connected to either side of the Y harness Tip If you are using dual aileron flaperon transmitt...

Page 8: ...rst Flights If the model requires excessive transmitter trim 4 or more clicks of trim per channel return the transmitter trim to zero and adjust the linkages mechanically so that the control surfaces are in the flight trimmed position Control Centering Settings for Servo Arms The following illustration shows the factory settings for linkages on the servo arms After flying you may choose to adjust th...

Page 9: ...load are Quique s DX8 DX7s and DX18 programs for this aircraft This programming is at an expert level and includes some mixing and differential Measuring Control Throws Below are the locations on this aircraft to measure the recommended low and high rate control throws distance in both directions Rudder From the center line A deflect the leading edge of the rudder B Elevator From the center line C ...

Page 10: ...he rear of the aircraft Adjust as needed by sliding the battery back 40 42mm Applying Decals Customize your aircraft by applying water based number decals A on both sides of the fuselage 1 Ensure the fuselage is clean 2 Cut around the desired numbers on the decal sheet 3 Soak the decals in water for 10 to 15 seconds 4 Wet the fuselage with water then move each decal from the backing to the fuselag...

Page 11: ... the Landing Gear B B A C 1 Remove the 4 screws A fairings B and covers C from the fuselage 2 Push the landing gear struts together and pull away from the fuselage to remove the landing gear Assemble in reverse order ...

Page 12: ...ed into the wind Gently lower the throttle while pulling back on the elevator to bring the aircraft down on its wheels NOTICE If a crash is imminent reduce the throttle and trim fully Failure to do so could result in extra damage to the airframe as well as damage to the ESC and motor NOTICE Crash damage is not covered under warranty NOTICE When you are finished flying never keep the airplane in the ...

Page 13: ... the fuselage Paint may hold the cowling on the fuselage 2 Loosen the setscrews H and remove the washer I before removing the propeller shaft from the motor J 3 Remove the 4 screws K and motor mount L from the fuselage 4 Disconnect the motor wires from the ESC 5 Loosen the setscrews M and remove the motor from the motor mount 6 Assemble in reverse order Assembly Tips Correctly align and connect th...

Page 14: ...ght battery Transmitter battery charge is too low Replace recharge batteries Bind pins on receiver are not correctly connected Connect receiver bind pins as instructed and bind transmitter to receiver Aircraft or transmitter is too close to large metal object wireless source or another transmitter Move aircraft and transmitter to another location and attempt binding again Aircraft will not link af...

Page 15: ...f the Product has been started you must contact your local distributor or Horizon directly This will enable Horizon to better answer your questions and service you in the event that you may need any assistance For questions or assistance please visit our website at www horizonhobby com submit a Product Support Inquiry or call 877 504 0233 toll free to speak to a Product Support representative Insp...

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Page 17: ...ic EFL625009 Pushrod Control Horn Set EDGE 540QQ 280 E flite Edge 540 QQ Gestänge und Ruderhorn Set Tringleries et guignols EDGE 540QQ 280 BNF Basic Set comandi e squad rette EDGE 540QQ 280 EFLA7300 10 Amp Brushless ESC E flite 10 Amp Brushless ESC Contrôleur brushless 10A Regolatore ESC brushless 10A EFLR7100 3 5 g Digital Sub Micro Servo E flite 3 5g Digital Servo Sub micro servo digital 3 5g Servo...

Page 18: ...nali e accessori Part Nummer Numéro Codice Description Beschreibung Description Descrizione EFLA230 Charger Lead with JST Female E flite Ladekabel m JST Buchse Câble de charge avec prise JST femelle Cavo di carica con femmina JST EFLA250 Park Flyer Tool Assort ment 5 pc Park Flyer Werkzeug sortiment 5 teilig Assortiment d outils park flyer 5pc Park Flyer assorti mento attrezzi 5 pc EFLB4503SJ30 450m...

Page 19: ...s of Horizon Hobby Inc DSMX is a trademark of Horizon Hobby Inc registered in the U S 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 Patents pending www e fliterc com Created 2 13 34511 1 EFL6250 ...

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