E-flite Ascent 450 Brushless PNP - Manual (Page 2)

2 E-flite Ascent PNP Assembly Manual
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Ascent ™ 450 BL Park Glider.
E-flite’s Ascent offers the modeler a PNP (Plug and Play) electric
park glider that is pre-built to a high level of craftsmanship. It
is unique in that it comes with the electric motor and folding
propeller installed, complete with two sub micro servos
and brushless 22 Amp ESC, saving a significant amount of
construction time.
The precovered and trimmed Ascent is a high-quality 450
outrunner-powered park glider that can be flight ready in just
a few evenings. The world of electric-powered park gliders
is extremely challenging and rewarding. It is your skill and
knowledge of the surrounding atmosphere, combined with the
design capabilities of your model, that will result in your ability
to defy the laws of gravity and produce flights of unbelievable
distance and duration.
With the electric motor, you can climb 300–500 feet (thermal
hunting altitude) many times, resulting in flight times of up to
an hour or more as you soar from thermal to thermal. We have
included sections on "Thermal Soaring" and "Flight Trimming
for Performance and Conditions" to help you achieve the most
enjoyment from your Ascent. We believe you will have many
enjoyable hours of challenging and rewarding flight. Happy
thermal hunting!
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
Battery and Charger Selection.............................................. 3
Covering Colors .................................................................. 3
Required Radio Equipment ................................................... 3
Required Tools and Adhesives .............................................. 3
Optional Accessories ........................................................... 4
Notes Regarding Servos and ESC ........................................ 4
Note on Lithium Polymer Batteries ........................................ 4
Warning ............................................................................. 4
Warranty Information .......................................................... 4
Safety, Precautions, and Warnings ....................................... 6
Wing Assembly ................................................................... 7
Stabilizer/Elevator Installation .............................................. 8
Fin/Rudder Installation ...................................................... 11
Receiver Installation ........................................................... 15
Control Throws .................................................................. 17
Center of Gravity .............................................................. 17
Range Test Your Radio ....................................................... 18
Instructions for Disposal of WEEE by
Users in the European Union ................................... 18
Preflight ............................................................................ 18
Glide Testing Your Ascent PNP ........................................... 19
Thermal Soaring ............................................................... 20
In-Flight Adjustments for Performance and Conditions ......... 23
2008 Official AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code ... 25