E-flite Apprentice 15e PNP - Manual (Page 19)

19 E-flite Apprentice PNP Assembly Manual
 1. Turn the radio on using the power switch on
the front of the transmitter and check that the
throttle stick is at its lowest position. The throttle
stick needs to be in the idle/off position, otherwise
the speed control will not arm in the next step.
Confirm that the aileron, elevator and rudder trims
are centered when the transmitter is powered on.
If your transmitter features model memory, it is a
good idea to reset the selected model at this time
to ensure any previous programming has been
cleared. The Spektrum DX5e is shown for reference
only.
Switch
 2. Plug the motor battery into the speed control.
Always use extreme caution around the propeller
when the motor battery is plugged in. A spinning
propeller can cause serious damage or injury.
It is always best to stay behind the propeller
and keep it away from loose objects when the
battery and speed control are connected.
ELEvATOR ThROW
 3. Use a ruler to check the control throws on your
elevator. The dimensions are shown below. For
your reference the elevator pushrod is set up in the
following holes: The outside hole on the elevator
control horn and the fourth hole in on the elevator
servo arm.
Low Rate: 3/8-inch (9mm) (Up and Down)
High Rate: 3/4-inch (19mm) (Up and Down)
RUDDER ThROW
 4. Use a ruler to check the control throws on your
rudder. The dimensions are shown below. For
your reference the rudder pushrod is set up in the
following holes: the outside hole on the rudder
control horn and the outside hole on the rudder
servo arm.
Low Rate: 1/2-inch (14mm) (Right and Left)