E-flite Delta-V 480 65mm EDF System, 4800Kv - Manual (Page 2)

Accessories and Spare Parts:
EFLDF4801 Delta-V 480 65mm EDF Unit (no motor)
EFLDF4802 Rotor,
6-Blade
EFLM1555DF BL480 Ducted Fan Brushless Outrunner Motor, 4800Kv
EFLM15501
Replacement Shaft
EFLA1060 60A Pro SB Brushless ESC
EFLA110 Power Meter (measures power output in amps, volts, watts, and capacity)
EFLA241 Bullet Connector Set, Gold, 3.5mm (3)
Battery Choices:
EFLB21003S
3S 11.1V 2100mAh
THP21003SPL2 2100mAh 3-Cell 11.1V Pro Lite V2
THP22503SP30 2250mAh 3-Cell 11.1V Pro Power 30C
THP26003SPL2 2600mAh 3-Cell 11.1V Pro Lite V2
THP27003SP30 2700mAh 3-Cell 11.1V Pro Power 30C
There are many Li-Po battery brands on the market offering several choices for consumers. We recommend either
E-flite or Thunder Power batteries and list some possible choices for the BL480 DF Brushless Motor, depending on
the airplane application. Battery technology is constantly changing and manufacturers are improving and updating
older packs with new ones so the list above may generally be substituted for the packs they replaced.
Operating Instructions:
1. This brushless motor requires the use of a sensorless brushless speed control. Failure to use the correct
speed control may result in damage to the motor and/or speed control. Please be sure the timing is set
properly on your controller. This is a 6-pole motor.
2. E-flite suggests setting the PWM Switching Frequency in the ESC to 16 kHz when operating
the BL480, 4800kV motor. The default Switching Frequency setting in the EFLA1060 60A Pro ESC is 8
kHz. This setting can be changed in Programming Menu 6 of the speed control. The symptom we have seen
during testing is that after a period of low-throttle flight or even motor-off gliding flight, when advancing the
throttle, especially rapidly, the motor MAY turn off and spool down inconsistently and without warning.
3. When mounting the motor, be sure the correct length of screws (6mm) are used.
4. You may connect the three motor wires directly to the controller with solder or use connectors such as gold
plated brushless bullet connectors (EFLA241), which will also need to be soldered properly to your wires. The
three motor wires can be connected in any order to the three output wires or output port on a sensorless
brushless speed control. Be sure to use heat shrink tubing to properly insulate the wires so the wires will not
short. Shorting may damage the motor and speed control.
5. If you add connectors and or you no longer wish to use them, never cut the motor wires. Remove them by
properly de-soldering them. Shortening the motor wires is considered an improper modification of the motor
and may cause the motor to fail.
6. When you connect the motor to the esc, check the rotation direction of the motor. If you find the rotation is
reversed, switching any two motor wires will reverse the direction so the motor rotates properly.
7. Proper cooling of the motor is very important during operation. New technology has brought much higher
capacity batteries with higher discharge rates, which can cause extreme motor temperatures during operation.
It is the responsibility of the user to monitor the temperature and prevent overheating. Overheating of the
motor is not covered under any warranty.
8. You can install the rotor/propeller on the motor shaft after you have confirmed proper rotation direction. Also
consult the instruction included with your sensorless electronic speed control for proper adjustments and
timing.
9. Once the battery is connected to the motor, please use extreme caution. Stay clear of the propeller/ducted
fan rotor during operation. Spinning propellers/rotors are very dangerous as the motors produce high amounts
of torque.
10. Never disassemble the motor. This will void any warranty.
EDF Safety Precautions:
This EDF unit contains a rotating part so use extreme caution. Never operated the EDF with loose clothing that
can get caught in the rotor, and never operate the EDF while holding it in your hands. Please read the warning
information included with your motor for safety information related to the operation of motors with propellers. Failure to
comply with these warnings and/or improper use of propellers and EDF units may result in serious injury.
Limited Warranty Period for EDF Unit
Horizon Hobby, Inc., (Horizon) warranties that the Products purchased (the “Product”) will be free from defects in
materials and workmanship at the date of purchase by the Purchaser.