ParkZone PKZ1700 - Manual (Page 12)

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Aerobatic Flight
Your Spitfire Mk IIB comes out of the box with the
controls set for softer responses and with the
clevis attached to the outer holes of the control
horns on the control surfaces. However, once you
get used to the flight characteristics and want
to perform more aerobatic maneuvers, you can
change the amount of throw that is permitted by
moving the clevises to the inner holes of the con-
trol horns and switching to Mode B. After making
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any adjustments, always turn on the transmitter
and center the transmitter trim levers, making sure
the control surfaces are adjusted evenly. If they are
not even, refer to Steps 5 and 8 for trimming the
control surfaces.
Note: By making these changes, the controls will
be much more responsive. This makes the airplane
much less forgiving and easier to stall. Remember,
crash damage is not covered under the warranty.
Repairing Minor Damage
If you happen to crash, and part of the tail or wing
breaks, you can repair the damage by using pack-
ing tape to cover the missing pieces. However, if
the damage is severe, or if the wings and/or tail
are bent, replace the damaged parts prior to flying
again. See the last few pages of the manual for a
complete list of replacement parts for your Spitfire
Mk IIB.
1. Read and follow this manual completely, observing
all instructions and safety directions. Otherwise,
serious injury and damage can occur. Think about
your safety, and the safety of others, first.
2. Keep the propeller away from body parts and
clothing, even when it isn’t spinning, as it could be
turned on by accident. Beware of hair becoming
entangled in the propeller, especially while launch-
ing your plane.
3. Do not fly when it’s too windy or you may lose
control and crash, causing injury or damage.
Never fly near people, vehicles, train tracks, build-
ings, power lines, water, hard surfaces or trees.
Never allow anyone to attempt to catch the air-
plane while it’s in flight or serious injury may result.
4. Adult supervision for flying and battery charging is
recommended for pilots age 14 and younger.
5. Only use a battery charger that is Ni-MH compat-
ible to charge the flight battery. Never leave the
charger unattended while charging. This will help
prevent overcharging and make sure damage
does not occur to the battery, charger or any
other property. While charging, place the battery
on a heat-resistant surface. Do not lay it on car-
pet or upholstery while charging. If you are using
a Li-Po battery to fly your Spitfire Mk IIB, you will
need to use a Li-Po compatible charger for that
battery pack.
6. Never cut into the battery, charger, or airplane
wires or serious injury may occur. Causing the
battery to “short out” (crossing negative and posi-
tive bare wires) can cause fire, serious injury and
damage.
7. Hold the plane securely when the flight battery is
plugged in, and keep all body parts away from
the propeller. When you finish flying your airplane,
always unplug the battery before you turn off the
transmitter.
8. Never fly on the same frequency as another RC
vehicle in your area. The frequency of the airplane
is shown on stickers on the back of the transmit-
ter and on the airplane.
9. If you decide to power your Spitfire Mk IIB with a
Li-Po battery, follow the instructions and warnings
included with the battery and charger. ALWAYS
unplug and remove your battery after flying.
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Warnings and Safety