E-flite F-16 400 DF ARF - Manual (Page 4)

4 E-flite F-16 ARF Assembly Manual
Recommended High Power
Ducted Fan Setup
The high power setup listed requires a slightly modified
radio and battery installation to achieve the correct CG
location. All of the modifications and parts needed are
covered in the manual.
Note: The high power setup adds many
benefits like:
• Incredible vertical performance
• Improved speed over the early OEM
power system.
This performance does come at a price:
• Requires a high quality battery
• Requires a 60-amp ESC
• Reduced flight time
• Requires throttle management due to the higher
loads on the ESC, battery, and minimal cooling
Fan and Motor: Delta-V 480 65mm EDF System
4800KV (EFLDF480B)
ESC: 60-Amp Pro Switch-Mode BEC
Brushless ESC (EFLA1060)
Transmitter: Spektrum 2.4 GHz DX6i
6-Channel Air System
(SPM6600)
Receiver: DSM2 AR6200 6-Channel
(SPMAR6200)
Battery: 2600mAh 3 Cell/3S 11.1V
20C Pro Lite V2 LiPo,13AWG
(THP26003SPL2)
EFLREX3L 3-inch Extension, Lightweight
EFLREX6L 6-inch Extension, Lightweight (2)
EFLREX12L 12-inch Extension,
Lightweight (2)
Optional Accessories
EFLA110 Power Meter
EFLC3005 Celectra ™ 1- to 3-Cell
Li-Po Charger
EFLC505 Intelligent 1- to 5-Cell
Balancing Charger
Required Tools and Adhesives
Tools & Equipment
Dental floss/string Epoxy brushes
Felt tip marker Hobby knife (#11 blade)
Low-tack tape Mixing cups
Mixing sticks Paper towels
Pin drill Rubber bands
Rubbing alcohol Sandpaper
Side cutter Small hand file
Phillips screwdriver: #00, #1
Drill bit: 1/16-inch (1.5mm), 5/64-inch (2mm),
1/8-inch (3mm)
Adhesives
Threadlock 6-Minute Epoxy (HAN8000)
Medium CA (optional for missile installation)
Notes Regarding Servos and ESC
WARNING: Use of servos other than those we suggest
may overload the BEC of the recommended Electronic
Speed Control (ESC). Please use only the servos listed
when utilizing the recommended ESC’s BEC, or the use
of a separate BEC (like the UBEC) or receiver battery
pack when using other servos.
Note on Lithium Polymer Batteries
Lithium Polymer batteries are significantly
more volatile than alkaline or Ni-Cd/
Ni-MH batteries used in RC applications.
All manufacturer’s instructions and warnings
must be followed closely. Mishandling of LiPo
batteries can result in fire. Always follow the
manufacturer’s instructions when disposing of
Lithium Polymer batteries.
Warning
An RC aircraft is not a toy! If misused, it can cause
serious bodily harm and damage to property. Fly
only in open areas, preferably at AMA (Academy of
Model Aeronautics) approved flying sites, following all
instructions included with your radio.
Keep loose items that can get sucked into the intake,
including loose clothing, or other objects such as
pencils and screwdrivers. Especially keep your hands
away from the intake during operation.
During the course of building your F-16 we suggest
that you use a soft base for the building surface.
Such things as a foam stand, large piece of bedding
foam or a thick bath towel will work well and help
protect the model from damage during assembly.