™ SPECIFICATIONS 57 in 2 Wingspan: Wing 13-14 oz/ft [1450mm] Loading: [40-43 g/dm2] 2 38 in Wing 362 in Length: Area: [23.3 dm2] [965mm] INSTRUCTION 2-2.25 lbs 5+ channels Weight: Radio: MANUAL [910-1020 g] (required) WARRANTY Hobbico guarantees this kit to be free from defects in both this kit immediately in new and unused condition to the material and workmanship at the date of purchase. This warranty place of purchase. does not cover any component parts damaged by use or modification. In no case shall Hobbico’s liability exceed the To make a warranty claim send the defective part or item to original cost of the purchased kit. Further, Hobbico reserves Hobby Services at the address below: the right to change or modify this warranty without notice. Hobby Services 3002 N. Apollo Dr. Suite 1 In that Hobbico has no control over the final assembly or material Champaign IL 61822 USA used for final assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any damage resulting from the use by the user of Include a letter stating your name, return shipping address, as the final user-assembled product. By the act of using the much contact information as possible (daytime telephone user-assembled product, the user accepts all resulting liability. number, fax number, e-mail address), a detailed description of the problem and a photocopy of the purchase receipt. Upon If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated receipt of the package the problem will be evaluated as quickly with the use of this product, the buyer is advised to return as possible. READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE STARTING CONSTRUCTION. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF THIS MODEL. © 2010 Hobbico®, Inc. HCAA2534 Mnl TABLE OF CONTENTS AMA INTRODUCTION . .2 If you are not already a member of the AMA, please join! SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . .2 The AMA is the governing body of model aviation and ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED . .3 membership provides liability insurance coverage, protects ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . .3 modelers’ rights and interests and is required to fl y at most KIT INSPECTION. .4 R/C sites. KIT CONTENTS. .4 ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS BEFORE YOU BEGIN . .5 ASSEMBLE THE MODEL . .5 5151 East Memorial Drive PREPARE FOR FLIGHT . .9 Muncie, IN 47302-9252 Check the Control Directions . .9 Tele. (800) 435-9262 Set the Control Throws. .10 Fax (765) 741-0057 Operate the Motor . .11 Or via the Internet at: Check the C.G. (Center of Gravity) . .11 http://www.modelaircraft.org Identify Your Model. .12 IMPORTANT!!! FLYING THE CESSNA 350 CORVALIS. .13 Two of the most important things you can do to preserve the Find a Suitable Flying Site . .13 radio controlled aircraft hobby are to avoid fl ying near full- Perform a Range Check. .13 scale aircraft and avoid fl ying near or over groups of people. Monitor Your Flight Time. .13 Take Off . .13 Flying . .14 Landing . .14 PROTECT YOUR MODEL, YOURSELF After Flight . .14 & OTHERS… FOLLOW THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTION 1. Your Cessna 350 Corvalis should not be considered a toy, Thank you for purchasing the Cessna 350 Corvalis. Originally but rather a sophisticated, working model that functions very produced by Columbia aircraft and called the Columbia 350, much like a full-size airplane. Because of its performance the design was recently purchased by Cessna and was capabilities, the Cessna, if not assembled and operated renamed the Cessna 350 Corvalis–after the name of the correctly, could possibly cause injury to yourself or spectators town near where it was being manufactured. After opening and damage to property. the box, you will no doubt be anxious to see the sleek lines 2. You must assemble the model according to the instructions. of this modern single-engine aircraft come together on your Do not alter or modify the model, as doing so may result in work bench. Fortunately, all of the time-consuming work has an unsafe or unfl yable model. In a few cases the instructions already been done for you. Innovative assembly methods may differ slightly from the photos. In those instances the allow this plane to virtually fi nish itself in under an hour. written instructions should be considered as correct. Once at the fi eld, you will fi nd that the Cessna fl ies smoothly 3. If you are not an experienced pilot or have not fl own but with authority from the pre-installed brushless outrunner this type of model before, we recommend that you get motor and LiPo battery. the assistance of an experienced pilot in your R/C club for your fi rst fl ights. If you’re not a member of a club, your local For the latest technical updates or manual corrections hobby shop has information about clubs in your area whose to the Cessna 350 Corvalis, visit the Flyzone web site at membership includes experienced pilots. www.fl yzoneplanes.com. Open the “manuals” link, then select the Cessna 350 Corvalis. 4. While this kit has been fl ight tested to exceed normal use, if the plane will be used for extremely high stress fl ying, such as racing, or if an engine larger than one in the recommended range is used, the modeler is responsible for taking steps to reinforce the high stress points and/or substituting hardware more suitable for the increased stress. We, as the kit manufacturer, provide you with a top quality, thoroughly tested kit and instructions, but ultimately the quality and fl yability of your fi nished model depends on how you build it; therefore, we cannot in any way guarantee the performance of your completed model, and no representations are expressed or implied as to the performance or safety of your completed model. 2 ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS A 5+ channel transmitter and receiver are required for the Replacement parts for the Hobbico Flyzone Cessna 350 Cessna 350. The radio must have servo reversing; ATV Corvalis are available using the order numbers in the or EPA is recommended. The radio system shown in the Replacement Parts List that follows. The fastest, most manual can be purchased using the following stock number: economical service can be provided by your hobby dealer or ❏ Futaba ® 6EX 6-Channel 2.4GHz Transmitter/Receiver mail-order company. (FUTK6900) To locate a hobby dealer, visit the Hobbico web site at www. hobbico.com. Choose “Where to Buy” at the bottom of the If you wish to purchase only the Futaba 2.4GHz receiver menu on the left side of the page. Follow the instructions shown, use the following number (Note: This receiver is only provided on the page to locate a U.S., Canadian or compatible with Futaba brand 2.4GHz transmitters): International dealer. ❏ Futaba R617FS 7-Channel 2.4GHz FASST™ Receiver Parts may also be ordered directly from Hobby Services (FUTL7627) by calling (217) 398-0007, or fax at (217) 398-7721, but full retail prices and shipping and handling charges will apply. In addition to the radio system, the following items are Illinois and Nevada residents will also be charged sales tax. required for assembling the Cessna 350 Corvalis: If ordering via fax, include a Visa® or MasterCard® number ❏ Fine-point felt-tip pen and expiration date for payment. ❏ Masking tape Mail parts orders and payments by personal check to: ❏ #2 Phillips screw driver Hobby Services 3002 N. Apollo Drive, Suite 1 Champaign, IL 61822 The recommended fl ight battery and charger can be ordered using the following part numbers: Be certain to specify the order number exactly as listed in the Replacement Parts List. Payment by credit card or ❏ 11.1V 1800 mAh LiPo battery for motor (HCAA3840) personal check only; no C.O.D. ® ❏ 3S (11.1V) LiPo battery charger (Great Planes Smart If additional assistance is required for any reason, contact Charger w/DC car adapter (GPMM3319)) Product Support by telephone at (217) 398-8970, or by OR e-mail at [email protected]. ❏ Great Planes Smart Charger w/AC and DC adapter (GPMM3318) REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST Order No. Description For an optional charger that is capable of charging NiMH, NiCd, LiPo, and lead acid batteries, purchase the following HCAA6355 Fuselage part numbers (the Equinox LiPo Cell Balancer is required HCAA6356 Wing Set to charge the recommended LiPo fl ight battery using the HCAA6357 Stabilizer/Elevator Triton2 charger). HCAA6358 Hatch HCAA6359 Main Gear with Cover ❏ Great Planes ElectriFly™ Triton2™ DC Computer Charger HCAA6360 Wheels/Pants (GPMM3153) HCAA6361 Nose Gear ❏ Great Planes ElectriFly Equinox™ LiPo Cell Balancer HCAA6362 30A ESC (GPMM3160) HCAA6363 Motor/Mount HCAA6364 Spinner HCAA6365 Light Set HCAA6366 9x5 Propeller Full-size plans are not available. NOTE You can download a copy of this manual at www.hobbico.com. 3 KIT INSPECTION Before starting to build, inspect the parts to make sure they are of acceptable quality. If any parts are missing or are not of acceptable quality, or if you need assistance with assembly, contact Product Support. When reporting defective or missing parts, use the part names exactly as they are written in the Kit Contents list. Hobbico Product Support 3002 N. Apollo Drive, Suite 1 Champaign, IL 61822 Telephone: (217) 398-8970, ext. 5 Fax: (217) 398-7721 E-mail: [email protected] KIT CONTENTS 1 7 4 3 6 5 2 1. Fuselage (with nose gear installed) 5. Wing joiner 2. Wing halves (with ailerons/flaps installed) 6. Propeller 3. Horizontal stabilizer halves (with elevators installed) 7. Spinner 4. Main landing gear (with wheels/wheelpants installed) 4 BEFORE YOU BEGIN ASSEMBLE THE MODEL Before you begin assembling your Cessna 350 Corvalis, thoroughly read the instruction manual included with the battery charger.