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Troubleshooting Guide

Problem

Possible Cause

Solution

Oscillation

Flying over recommended airspeed

Reduce air speed

Damaged propeller or spinner

Replace propeller or spinner

Motor vibration

Replace parts or correctly align all parts and tighten fasteners 

as needed

Loose receiver

Align and secure receiver in fuselage

Loose aircraft controls

Tighten or otherwise secure parts (servo, arm, linkage, horn and 

control surface)

Worn parts

Adjust gain to compensate for parts wear or replace worn parts (espe-

cially propeller, pivot points or servo)

Trim is at extreme and 

aircraft does not fly 

straight or level

Trim is not at neutral

If you adjust trim more than 8 clicks, adjust the clevis to mechanically 

remove trim

Aircraft will not re-

spond to throttle but 

responds to other 

controls

Throttle not at lowest position or throttle 

trim too high

Reset controls with throttle stick and throttle trim at lowest  

setting

Throttle channel is reversed

Reverse throttle channel on transmitter

Motors disconnected from ESCs

Make sure motors are connected to the ESCs

Extra propeller noise or 

extra vibration

Damaged propeller and spinner, collet  

or motor

Replace damaged parts

Propeller is out of balance

Balance or replace propeller

Prop nut is too loose

Tighten the prop nut

Spinner is damaged or loose 

Repair or replace damaged spinner

Reduced flight time or 

aircraft underpowered

Flight battery charge is low

Completely recharge flight battery

Propeller installed backwards

Install propeller with numbers facing forward

Propellers are installed incorrectly 

Install propeller marked R on right and propeller marked L on  

the left

Flight battery damaged

Replace flight battery and follow flight battery instructions

Flight conditions may be too cold

Make sure battery is warm before use

Aircraft will not Bind 

(during binding) to 

transmitter.

Refer to the transmit-

ter manual for binding 

instructions.

Transmitter too near aircraft during  

binding process

Move powered transmitter a few feet from aircraft, disconnect and 

reconnect flight battery to aircraft

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

Flight battery/transmitter battery charge 

is too low

Replace/recharge batteries

Bind switch or button not held long 

enough during bind process

Power off transmitter and repeat bind process. Hold transmitter bind 

button or switch until receiver is bound

Aircraft will not 

connect (after binding) 

to transmitter

Refer to the transmit-

ter manual for binding 

instructions.

Transmitter too near aircraft during  

connecting process

Move powered transmitter a few feet from aircraft, disconnect and 

reconnect flight battery to aircraft

Aircraft or transmitter is too close to large 

metal object, wireless source or another 

transmitter

Move aircraft and transmitter to another location and attempt  

connecting again

Flight battery/Transmitter battery charge 

is too low

Replace/recharge batteries

Transmitter may have been bound to a  

different aircraft using different DSM 

protocol

Bind aircraft to transmitter

Control surface does 

not move

Control surface, control horn, linkage or 

servo damage

Replace or repair damaged parts and adjust controls

Wire damaged or connections loose

Do a check of wires and connections, connect or replace as needed

Flight battery charge is low

Fully recharge flight battery

Receiver is damaged

Replace Receiver

Controls reversed

Transmitter settings are reversed

Perform the Control Direction Test and adjust the controls on transmit-

ter appropriately

Motor power pulses 

then motor loses 

power

Normal Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC)

Recharge flight battery or replace battery that is no longer performing

Weather conditions might be too cold

Postpone flight until weather is warmer

Battery is old, worn out, or damaged

Replace battery

Battery C rating might be too small

Use recommended battery

Summary of Contents for firebird delta ray

Page 1: ...Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d utilisation Manuale di Istruzioni ...

Page 2: ...or serious injury 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 The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product NOTICE Procedu...

Page 3: ...s Start in Beginner mode SAFE switch position 0 As you learn and become more confident change modes to advance your flying skills Always keep your aircraft in plain sight and upwind from you Do not attempt your first turn at low altitude Higher altitudes allow for greater possibility of correction Always make deliberate and steady control stick movements for smooth control of your aircraft Flying ...

Page 4: ...four included batteries noting proper polarity and reinstall the battery cover Low Battery Alarm When the battery voltage drops below 4 7 volts an alarm sounds and the voltage LEDs flash The batteries must be replaced immediately If this happens while flying land your aircraft as soon and as safely as possible WARNING Do not pick up the transmitter by the antenna Do not alter or put weight on the ...

Page 5: ...EN 5 RTF Wingtip and Vertical Fin Installation Double sided tape Clear tape Clear tape Wing Fin Clear tape Double sided tape ...

Page 6: ...oltage may become damaged resulting in loss of performance and potential fire when batteries are charged CAUTION Always keep hands away from the propellers SAFE technology will turn propellers in response to any aircraft movement Lower the throttle and throttle trim then power on the transmitter for at least 5 seconds The elevons will move then return to center showing the aircraft is ready to fly...

Page 7: ...estrain the aircraft so it does not escape your control while you are testing your transmitter controls Move the sticks on the transmitter to ensure the aircraft responds as shown If your model does not respond as shown DO NOT FLY Refer to the Troubleshooting Guide in this manual for more information If you need more assistance contact the appropriate Horizon Hobby Product Support department If th...

Page 8: ...u hold the Panic Recovery button Press and hold the button then increase the throttle to 100 Launch the aircraft When the aircraft is up where you want to fly release the button and decrease the throttle to 50 60 Ground Launch Install the landing gear as shown Use the Beginner mode for takeoff in first flights If the ground is not hard and level get help to hand launch your aircraft CH 5 CH 5 CH 5...

Page 9: ...tle Full throttle Reduced throttle Roll Pitch Roll Pitch Roll Pitch Beginner Mode Switch Position 0 CH 5 CH 5 Intermediate Mode Switch Position 1 CH 5 CH 5 CH 5 Experienced Mode Switch Position 2 CH 5 CH 5 CH 5 SAFE Technology Flight Modes Beginner Mode Pitch nose up and down and Roll wing tips up and down angles are limited to help you keep the aircraft airborne Self leveling Intermediate Mode Th...

Page 10: ...nose up flared for landing NOTICE If a crash is imminent reduce the throttle Failure to do so could result in extra damage to the airframe as well as damage to the receiver and motors NOTICE Crash damage is not covered under warranty Post Flight NOTICE When you are finished flying never leave the aircraft in direct sunlight or in a hot enclosed area such as a car Doing so can damage the foam Post ...

Page 11: ... manual for binding instructions Transmitter too near aircraft during binding process Move powered transmitter a few feet from aircraft disconnect and reconnect flight battery to aircraft 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 Flight battery transmitter battery cha...

Page 12: ...hat contains the motor from the wing Paint may keep the cowling attached to the wing 5 Remove 2 screws E from the front of the cowling that secures the motor 6 Disconnect the motor wires from the ESC wires 7 Remove the motor F and motor wires from the wing 8 Assemble in reverse order 9 Correctly center and attach the spinner to the propeller hub using CA cyanoacrylate adhesive NOTICE Make sure the...

Page 13: ...u may need any assistance For questions or assistance please visit our website at www horizonhobby com submit a Product Support Inquiry or call the toll free telephone number referenced in the Warranty and Service Contact Information section to speak with a Product Support representative Inspection or Services If this Product needs to be inspected or serviced and is compliant in the country you li...

Page 14: ... of the device Warranty and Service Contact Information Country of Purchase Horizon Hobby Contact Information Address United States of America Horizon Service Center Repairs and Repair Requests servicecenter horizonhobby com Re questForm 4105 Fieldstone Rd Champaign Illinois 61822 USA Horizon Product Support Product Technical Assistance www quickbase com db bghj7ey8c a GenNewRecord Air 888 959 230...

Page 15: ...l Operations and Risk Management Horizon Hobby Inc AT BE BG CZ CY DE DK ES FI FR GR HU IE IT LT LU LV MT NL PL PT RO SE SI SK UK Compliance Information for the European Union Instructions for disposal of WEEE by users in the European Union This product must not be disposed of with other waste Instead it is the user s responsibility to dispose of their waste equipment by handing it over to a design...

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