Summary of Extra 260 3D Profile
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Extra 260 3d profile assembly manual.
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Introduction.................................................................3 specifications..............................................................3 using.The.Manual........................................................3 contents.Of.Kit/parts.Layout............................................
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3 introduction the extra 260 3d profile was designed by aerodynamicist and e-toc champ george hicks to give profile 3d foamie fans a great-looking, lightweight plane with competition- level performance. At the heart of its superb flight characteristics is a rigid, carbon reinforced depron foam airfr...
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4 contents of kit/parts layout small replacement parts efl2305 wheel pants efl2306 firewall mount w/hardware efl2307 aileron rods efl2308 carbon fiber stiffeners efl2309 landing gear efla200 micro control horns fla203 micro control connectors efla221 foam park wheels, 1.5" outrunner setup eflm1150 p...
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You will need a minimum 6-channel transmitter (for proper mixing and dual rate capabilities), crystals, micro receiver, and three sub-micro servos. You can choose to purchase a complete radio system that includes all of these items or, if you are using an existing transmitter, just purchase the othe...
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Warning an rc aircraft is not a toy! If misused, it can cause serious bodily harm and damage to property. Fly only in open areas, preferably at ama (academy of model aeronautics) approved flying sites, following all instructions included with your radio. Keep loose items that can get entangled in th...
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Note on lithium polymer batteries lithium polymer batteries are significantly more volatile than alkaline or ni-cd/ ni-mh batteries used in rc applications. All manufacturer’s instructions and warnings must be followed closely. Mishandling of li-po batteries can result in fire. Always follow the man...
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Pursuant to this limited warranty, horizon hobby, inc. Will, at its option, (i) repair or (ii) replace, any product determined by horizon hobby, inc. To be defective. In the event of a defect, these are your exclusive remedies. This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of go...
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Safety precautions this is a sophisticated hobby product and not a toy. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property. Th...
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Warranty inspection and repairs to receive warranty service, you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase date. Providing warranty conditions have been met, your product will be repaired or replaced free of charge. Repair or replacement decisions are at the sole discr...
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As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating it in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the product or the property of others. Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional support equipment (chargers, rechargeab...
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1. Locate the vertical and horizontal fuselage pieces. Slide the horizontal fuselage into the vertical fuselage starting at the opening for the wing/radio equipment. Use care not to damage any of the alignment tabs on the vertical fuselage. Airframe assembly required parts vertical fuselage horizont...
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2. Locate the wing and slide it into the vertical fuselage underneath the horizontal fuselage. Use care not to damage either the vertical or horizontal fuselage pieces. Hint:.Fold.One.Of.The.Ailerons.Up.And.Onto.. The.Wing.To.Make.It.A.Little.Narrower.To.Install. Into.The.Fuselage..Push.The.Wing.Pas...
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4. Align the stabilizer with the horizontal fuselage. Use foam-safe ca to glue the stabilizer to only the horizontal fuselage. 5. Align the wing with the horizontal fuselage. Use foam-safe ca to glue the wing to only the horizontal fuselage. Hint:.Use.The.Holes.For.The.Aileron.Servos.To. Aid.In.The....
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Important:.If.You.Plan.On.Using.Ca.Accelerator,. Make.Sure.It.Is.Foam.Compatible..Many. Accelerators.Will.Destroy.The.Foam.Used.On.This. Model. 6. Place the motor mount in position to aid in the alignment of the vertical and horizontal fuselage pieces. Do not glue the mount until instructed to do so...
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8. Complete gluing the vertical and horizontal fuselage pieces together. Continue to use a square to keep both pieces in alignment. 16.
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Installing the bracing required parts assembled airframe carbon rod, 9 7 / 8 " (250mm) (2) carbon rod, 9 1 / 2 " (240mm) (2) carbon rod, 4 3 / 4 " (120mm) (2) carbon rod, 4 1 / 2 " (113mm) (4) carbon rod, 4 1 / 8 " (105mm) (4) required tools and adhesives foam-safe ca, medium sandpaper hobby knife n...
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2. Place the 4 1 / 2 " (113mm) carbon rods on the bottom of the stabilizer to the bottom of the vertical fuselage. There is a notch in the fuselage for the rods to rest in. Make sure the rods are touching each other as well as the carbon blade spar. Use foam-safe ca to glue the rods at the fuselage ...
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4. Locate two of the 4 1 / 8 " (105mm) carbon rods. Install these rods, like the rods installed in step 3, to the horizontal fuselage. Again, there are notches for the carbon rods. Make sure the rods are touching the previously installed rods and the pre-installed carbon blade spars on the edges of ...
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6. To complete the fuselage bracing, install a 4 1 / 8 " (105mm) rod from the previous rod back down to the horizontal fuselage. You will need to trim the fuselage to expose the carbon support so the rod can be glued securely to the brace. 7. Check the joints in steps 1 through 6 to ensure you have ...
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Radio installation required parts airframe servos (4) micro control connector (4) control connector backplate (4) micro control horn (4) control horn backplate (4) 2mm x 4mm screw (4) aileron pushrods, 4 1 / 2 " (115mm) (2) rudder pushrod, 12" (305mm) elevator pushrod, 12 1 / 2 " (320mm) hook and lo...
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2. Install the rudder and elevator micro control horns at this time as well. Make sure the rudder horn extends opposite of the elevator horn. 3. Remove the servo arms from the four servos. Drill a 1/16" (1.5mm) hole in the end of all four of the servo arms. Note:.We.Then.Suggest.Using.The.Longest.Se...
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4. Slide a micro control connector into the hole drilled in the previous step. Secure the connector using a control connector backplate from the opposite side of the connector. Repeat for all four servo arms. Note:.The.Connectors.Will.Face.Out.Away.From. The.Servo.When.Installed..Remove.Any.Unused. ...
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6. Use hot glue to install the aileron servos. Note:.The.Servo.Arms.Face.Toward.The.Tips.Of.The. Wing.And.The.Output.Shaft.Of.The.Servo.Is.Toward. The.Leading.Edge.Of.The.Wing. 7. Install the rudder and elevator servos using hot glue. The output shafts of both servos face the front of the aircraft. ...
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2 8. Locate the 4 1 / 2 " (115mm) pushrod. Install the “z” bend into the hole of the control horn that is one away from the aileron. This will provide for 3d throws of the aileron. Pass the pushrod through the connector. Check that the aileron servo is centered using the radio. Hold the aileron para...
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2 9. Install the 12" (305mm) pushrod for the rudder, and the 12 1 / 2 " (320mm) pushrod for the elevator. Don’t forget to check to make sure the servos and control surfaces are centered before tightening the 2mm x 4mm screws. 10. Install the receiver using hook and loop material. The exact position ...
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Motor and battery installation required parts airframe plywood motor mount motor w/hardware electronic speed control propeller #2 x 8mm or #3 x 8mm wood screw (included with motor) hook and loop material required tools and adhesives foam-safe ca, medium drill bit: 1/16" (1.5mm) cardstock felt-tip pe...
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2. Drill pilot holes for the mounting holes marked on the plywood mount using a 1/16" (1.5mm) drill bit. Note:.If.You.Are.Using.A.Variable.Pitch.Propeller. For.Your.Extra,.You.Should.Prepare.The.Motor.As. Instructed.In.The.Instructions.Included.With.Your. Propeller.System. 3. Attach the mount to you...
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4. Attach the motor to the plywood mount using two #2 x 8mm wood screws or two #3 x 8mm wood screws. 5. Use a hobby knife to remove the fuselage material from the variable pitch servo pushrod slot opening mount to the front of the fuselage. 30
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6. Use foam-safe ca to glue the plywood mount to the fuselage. Make sure the mount is pressed fully against the fuselage, with each carbon support in each slot, to make sure it is aligned properly. Note:.Steps.7.And.8.Cover.The.Installation.Of.The. Servo.And.Linkage.For.A.Variable.Pitch.Propeller.. ...
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8. Install the pitch servo as shown. Take your time to make sure the servo horn and linkage does not bind against the fuselage. Also check that the linkage is not being put under a load when connected. Use a hobby knife to remove any portions of the fuselage that cause binding. Use foam-safe ca or h...
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9. Solder any necessary connectors to your speed control. Plug the speed control into the throttle channel of the receiver and to the motor. Use hook and loop to secure the speed control to the fuselage. Note:.It.Is.Suggested.To.Secure.The.Motor.Wires. To.The.Fuselage.To.Prevent.Them.From.Coming. In...
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11. Turn on the transmitter and bring the throttle trim and stick to the low throttle position. Plug the battery into the speed control and check the operation of the motor. It should rotate counterclockwise when viewed from the front of the aircraft. Use the instructions provided with your esc to m...
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Landing gear installation required parts airframe landing gear strut (2) wheel retainer (4) wheel pant (2) 1 1 / 2 " (38mm) foam wheel (2) landing gear support disk (2) required tools and adhesives foam-safe ca the.Landing.Gear.Is.Optional..If.You.Plan. On.Saving.Weight,.Or.Flying.From.Very.Rough. S...
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2. Pass the landing gear through the opening in the fuselage and wing. Do not use glue until instructed to do so. 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the remaining strut. 4. The struts should extend roughly 3/32" (2.5mm) through the top of the wing. This will give the landing gear support disks plenty of st...
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5. Check that the wheels are parallel or have slight toe-in. Use foam-safe ca to glue the struts to the fuselage and each other. Make sure the wing is sitting parallel to the ground so the wheels are located at the same height. 6. Install the landing gear support disks using foam-safe ca. Make sure ...
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Turn on the transmitter and receiver of your extra 260. Check the movement of the rudder, elevator and ailerons using the transmitter. Reverse the direction of the servos at the transmitter if necessary. Use a ruler to adjust the throw of the elevator, ailerons and rudder. Adjust the position of the...
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Center of gravity caution: do not inadvertently skip this step! The recommended center of gravity (cg) location for the extra 260 is 3 1 / 2 " (90mm) behind the leading edge of the wing against the fuselage. After the first flights, the cg position can be adjusted for your personal preference. Range...
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Check your radio before going to the field, be sure that your batteries are fully charged per the instructions included with your radio. Charge both the transmitter and receiver pack for your airplane. Use the recommended charger supplied with your particular radio system, following the instructions...
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General 1) i will not fly my model aircraft in sanctioned events, air shows or model flying demonstrations until it has been proven to be airworthy by having been previously, successfully flight tested. 2) i will not fly my model higher than approximately 400 feet within 3 miles of an airport withou...
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4) i will operate my model using only radio control frequencies currently allowed by the federal communications commission. (only properly licensed amateurs are authorized to operate equipment on amateur band frequencies.) 5) flying sites separated by three miles or more are considered safe from sit...
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