ParkZone PKZ1100 - Manual (Page 2)

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J-3 Cub Instruction Manual
Congratulations on your purchase of the ParkZone™
J-3 Cub. Your J-3 has come with everything
needed to get you in the air—all in one box! You
will only need to attach the wing and landing gear,
as well as charge the battery prior to flight.
We at ParkZone are committed to giving you the
most enjoyable flight experience possible. In order
to have a safe and successful flight, we ask that
you do not fly until you have read these instructions
thoroughly.
Your J-3 comes with a fully proportional 3-channel
FM radio system with full control of throttle, steer-
ing, and pitch. If you have not successfully flown
one of HobbyZone’s Zone 1 or 2 aircraft, or any
other radio controlled aircraft, we recommend that
you seek the help of an experienced radio control
pilot during your beginning flights.
Crash damage is not covered under the warranty!
Your ParkZone J-3 is equipped with mode change
capabilities. This software allows you to change the
flight characteristics of the airplane to allow you to
advance your skills. The first mode is ideal for
those pilots who are transitioning from a 2-channel
to a 3-channel airplane. The second mode will
allow more dramatic maneuvers and aggressive
flight. Get ready—your ParkZone adventures are
about to begin!
Step 1
Step 2
Transmitter
1. Insert 8 new “AA” batteries (supplied) into
the transmitter, observing proper polarity.
2. Turn switch on to ensure the batteries
have been installed correctly. Once this is
confirmed, turn radio off.
Installation of Landing Gear
1. Locate the landing gear and the included
screws from within packaging.
2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, attach the
landing gear to the fuselage as shown.
Step 3
Attaching the Wing
1. Locate wing, wing struts and rubberbands.
2. Locate wing strut screws.
3. Place wing on top of fuselage so that it is
centered.
4. Attach wing struts with the mounting screws
as shown. There should be the same amount
of slack in each strut once this is completed.
5. Once you are satisfied the wing is properly
centered and the struts are properly attached,
complete the attachment of the wing with the
included rubber bands. Stretch two of the
rubber bands from the front to the rear attach
points. Stretch the next two diagonally across
the middle. Confirm the wing is securely
attached.
6. Make sure that prior to each flight the wing is
properly centered onto the fuselage. If the
wing is not centered properly, it is impossible
to have correct flight.
Step 4
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3 x 14mm
(2) 2.5 x 12mm
A’
A’=A” Parallel
A”
Align to
the center.
Fix wing securely to fuselage.
Loss of wing will result in lack of
control and crash.
Use 4 rubber bands
to secure wing
as shown.
8.4V–600mAh
Ni-MH Battery
Don’t connect until
just before flight.
A B
Charging the Aircraft Battery
This charger uses unique peak detection circuitry
that ensures an accurate charge every time and
protects your Ni-Cd and Ni-MH batteries from the
dangers of over-charging. This charger continually
monitors the battery’s charge curve and automati-
cally stops charging when the peak charge is
detected. The peak detection charger will help
avoid damaging Ni-Cd and Ni-MH cells. Your
charger will also charge some other battery packs.
Important: The J-3 airplane battery should be
charged shortly before flying. If you charge the bat-
tery 12 to 24 hours prior to flying, you will need to
“re-peak” the battery before you fly by repeating
the steps on page 4 (in Step 4 continued).
300mAh 6.0V Ni-MH .4 amps 40 minutes
600mAh
4.8V–8.4V Ni-MH .8 amps 40 minutes
900mAh
7.2V–8.4V Ni-MH
1.2 amps 40 minutes
BATTERY CAPACITY MAX. CHARGE RATE CHARGE TIME
Note: Charge times are
estimates only of fully
discharged battery
pack. Actual charge
times may vary.