E-flite UMX MiG 15 DF BNF - Manual (Page 11)

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Range Check your Radio System
After fi nal assembly, range check the radio system
with the aircraft. Refer to your specifi c transmitter
instruction manual for range test information.
Flying
We recommend fl ying your E-fl ite ® UMX ™ MiG 15
DF outside in no greater than moderate winds or
inside in a large gymnasium. Always avoid fl ying
near houses, trees, wires and buildings. You should
also be careful to avoid fl ying in areas where there
are many people, such as busy parks, schoolyards
or soccer fi elds. Consult local laws and ordinances
before choosing a location to fl y your aircraft.
Hand Launching
To hand launch this model, hold the aircraft fuselage
under the wings. Give a fi rm throw directly into the
wind slightly up (5–10 degrees above the horizon)
with full throttle. After the model gains altitude,
decrease the throttle as you desire.
Tip: The electric ducted fan (EDF) acts like a jet
aircraft, so control is generated by airspeed rather
than air from a propeller moving over the control
surfaces.
Takeoff
Taxi the aircraft in position for takeoff (facing into
the wind if fl ying outdoors). Gradually increase the
throttle to full power, holding a small amount of up
elevator and steering with the rudder. Climb gently
to check trim. Once the trim is adjusted, begin
exploring the fl ight envelope of the aircraft.
Landing
Always land into the wind. Fly the landing pattern
with a slightly nose high attitude. Use throttle
management to control the decent rate of the
aircraft.
During fl are, keep the wings level and the airplane
pointed into the wind. Gently lower the throttle while
pulling back on the elevator to bring the aircraft
down on the main wheels or to belly land without
landing gear.
Tip: We recommend that you do not install the
optional nose cannons for belly landings. Installation
of this option could prevent smooth belly landings
on grass and could cause damage to the aircraft.
NOTICE: Always fully lower the throttle when landing
the aircraft to prevent intake of foreign objects,
which can damage the ducted fan
and motor.
Failure to lower the throttle stick and trim to the
lowest possible positions during a crash could result
in damage to the ESC in the receiver unit, which
may require replacement.
Over Current Protection (OCP)
The MiG 15 DF is equipped with Over Current
Protection. OCP protects the ESC from overheating
and stops the motor when the transmitter throttle is
set too high and the rotor cannot turn. OCP will only
activate when the throttle is positioned just above
1/2 throttle. After the ESC stops the motor, fully
lower the throttle to re-arm the ESC.
Repairs
Crash damage is not covered under warranty.
Repair this aircraft using foam-compatible CA glue
or clear tape. Only use foam-compatible CA glue
as other types of glue can damage the foam. When
parts are not repairable, see the Replacement Parts
List for ordering by item number.
For a listing of all replacement and optional parts,
refer to the list at the back of this manual.
NOTICE: Use of foam-compatible CA accelerant on
your aircraft can damage paint. DO NOT handle the
aircraft until accelerant fully dries.
Flying Tips and Repairs
Fly in this area
Stand here
600
feet (182.8 m)
Wind