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E-FLITE EDGE 540QQ 280 Instruction Manual - Installing The Wing

Summary of EDGE 540QQ 280

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    Instruction manual edge 540qq 280

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    2 en warning: read the entire instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury. This is a sophisticated hobby product. It must be operated ...

  • Page 3: Table of Contents

    3 en he e-fl ite ® edge 540qq 280 bnf basic, designed by world champion quique somenzini, has been t specifi cally built to provide exceptional precision scale and 3d aerobatic performance so that you can fl y from practically anywhere, such as a park or small fi eld. Beyond the advanced composite-reinf...

  • Page 4: Prefl Ight Checklist

    4 en prefl ight checklist 1. Charge fl ight battery. 2. Install fl ight battery in aircraft (once it has been fully charged). 3. Bind aircraft to transmitter. 4. Make sure linkages move freely. 5. Perform control direction test with transmitter. 6. Adjust center of gravity. 7. Perform a radio system ra...

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    5 en installing the flight battery 1. Remove the battery hatch from the nose of the aircraft. 2. Apply the included strip of hook and loop tape to the bottom of your battery near the battery leads. This position allows easier battery installation and removal. 3. For the recommended cg, install the b...

  • Page 6: Arming The Esc

    6 en arming the esc arming the esc also occurs after binding as previously described, but subsequent connection of a fl ight battery requires the steps below. Tip: if the esc sounds a continuous double beep after the fl ight battery is connected, recharge or replace the battery. If you accidentally co...

  • Page 7: Installing The Wing

    7 en 1. Slide the wing tube into the right wing. 2. Insert the right wing with the wing tube (a) into the round hole in the wing slot of the fuselage while connecting the right aileron control. Notice: when disconnecting the servo connectors, do not pull on the servo wires. Use a screwdriver or plie...

  • Page 8: Control Centering

    8 en before the fi rst fl ights, or in the event of an accident, make sure the fl ight control surfaces are centered. Adjust the linkages mechanically if the control surfaces are not centered. 1. Make sure the control surfaces are neutral when the transmitter controls and trims are centered. The transm...

  • Page 9: Dual Rates and Expos

    9 en dual rates and expos we recommend using a dsm radio capable of dual rates and expo. The settings below are recommended starting settings for intermediate pilots. Adjust according to individual preferences after the initial fl ight. Tip: for the fi rst fl ight, fl y the model at low rate. For more i...

  • Page 10: Applying Decals

    10 en adjusting center of gravity (cg) the cg location is 40-42mm back from the leading edge of the wing at the root. The battery cavity is oversized to allow for center of gravity adjustment. Start by placing the battery fully forward against the fi rewall with the connectors facing the rear of the ...

  • Page 11: Removing The Landing Gear

    11 en removing the landing gear b b a c 1. Remove the 4 screws (a), fairings (b) and covers (c) from the fuselage. 2. Push the landing gear struts together and pull away from the fuselage to remove the landing gear. Assemble in reverse order..

  • Page 12: Flying Tips and Repairs

    12 en consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a location to fl y your aircraft. We recommend fl ying your e-fl ite ® 540 edge outside in no greater than moderate winds. Always avoid fl ying near houses, trees, wires and buildings. You should also be careful to avoid fl ying in areas where there...

  • Page 13: Service of Power Components

    13 en service of power components a b disassembly caution: always disconnect the battery before handling or adjusting the propeller or motor. Failure to do so could result in personal injury. Propeller 1. Remove the 2 screws (a) from the spinner (b). Carefully separate the spinner from the back plat...

  • Page 14: Troubleshooting Guide

    14 en problem possible cause solution aircraft will not respond to throttle but re- sponds to other controls esc did not arm because throttle stick and/or throttle trim too high lower throttle stick and throttle trim to lowest setting throttle channel is reversed reverse throttle channel on transmit...

  • Page 15: Limited Warranty

    15 en limited warranty what this warranty covers horizon hobby, inc. (“horizon”) warrants to the original purchaser that the product purchased (the “product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase. What is not covered this warranty is not transferable and doe...

  • Page 16: Declaration of Conformity

    16 en declaration of conformity compliance information for the european union (in accordance with iso/iec 17050-1) no. Hh2012081902 product(s): efl micro edge 540 bnf basic item number(s): efl6250 equipment class: 1 the object of declaration described above is in conformity with the requirements of ...

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    62 replacement parts – ersatzteile – – pièces de rechange – recapiti per i ricambi – part # • nummer numéro • codice description beschreibung description descrizione efl625001 fuselage with rud- der: edge 540qq 280 bnf basic e-fl ite edge 540 qq : rumpf mit ruder fuselage avec dérive : edge 540qq 280...

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    63 – parts contact information – – intaktinformationen für ersatzteile – – coordonnées pour obtenir de pièces détachées – – recapiti dei distributori – country of purchase horizon hobby address phone number/email address united states sales 4105 fieldstone rd champaign, illinois, 61822 usa 800-338-4...

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    ? 2012 horizon hobby, inc. E-fl ite, celectra, dsm, dsm2, modelmatch, and bind-n-fly are trademarks or registered trademarks of horizon hobby, inc. Dsmx is a trademark of horizon hobby, inc., registered in the u.S. The spektrum trademark is used with permission of bachmann industries, inc. Futaba is ...