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E-flite Tribute FX 3D ARF User Manual

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E-flite Tribute Fx 3D ARF Assembly Manual

Introduction

Designed by ETOC champ George Hicks, the Tribute Fx 3D

combines the lightweight, fly-anywhere freedom of a profile

foamie with full-fuselage rigidity on par with balsa planes. It

also features a full-form symmetrical airfoil wing that lets you

fly 3D maneuvers in the kind of wind that would ground most

profile foamies. In short, this is a fantastic-flying freestyle 3D

machine that is just as at home at the flying field as it is at the

park. For freestyle fun that knows no bounds, this is the plane.

Using the Manual

This manual is divided into sections to help make assembly

easier to understand, and to provide breaks between each

major section. In addition, check boxes have been placed next

to each step to keep track of each step completed. Steps with

a single circle () are performed once, while steps with two

circles ( ) indicate that the step will require repeating, such

as for a right or left wing panel, two servos, etc.
Remember to take your time and follow the directions.

Table of Contents

Specifications .........................................................................1

Introduction ............................................................................2

Using the Manual ...................................................................2

Contents of Kit/Parts Layout ....................................................3

Required Radio Equipment ......................................................3

Important Information About Motor Selection ...........................4

High Power Outrunner Setup ..................................................4

Lightweight Outrunner Setup ...................................................4

Optional Accessories ..............................................................4

Note on Lithium Polymer Batteries ...........................................4

Required Tools and Adhesives .................................................4

Warning ................................................................................5

Warranty Period ....................................................................5

Limited Warranty ...................................................................5

Damage Limits .......................................................................6

Safety Precautions ..................................................................6

Questions, Assistance, and Repairs .........................................6

Inspection or Repairs ..............................................................6

Warranty Inspection and Repairs ............................................6

Non-Warranty Repairs ...........................................................7

Safety, Precautions, and Warnings ..........................................7

Aileron Servo Installation ........................................................8

Wing and Stabilizer Installation ............................................10

Rudder and Elevator Servo Installation ...................................15

Motor Installation .................................................................18

Receiver and Battery Installation ............................................22

Landing Gear Installation ......................................................23

Control Throws .....................................................................25

Center of Gravity .................................................................25

Range Test Your Radio ..........................................................26

Preflight ...............................................................................26

2007 Official AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code ......27