Vapor™ RTF Instruction Manual
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1. EB o Charging the Aircraft Battery The included charger uses unique circuitry that ensures an accurate charge for the 3 7V 70mAh battery pack every time It also protects the battery from being overcharged which can damage the battery pack The charger sequence begins with charging at constant current then later switches to constant voltage To charge your ParkZone 3 7V 70mAh battery 1 Remove the cover and install four of the included AA batteries in the charger base noting proper polarity Replace the cover when done 2 Slide the battery into the charge slot on the display stand 3 Gently press the battery into the charging jack in the bottom of the slot with the battery label facing outward It is very important to note proper polarity to avoid damaging the battery The LED light on the base will turn solid red 4 The battery will charge in approximately 20 minutes when nearly depleted 5 As the battery nears full charge the LED will begin to blink When fully charged the LED will blink once every 20 seconds 6 You can expect to be able to charge the flight battery about 15 20 times before it will become necessary to replace the 4 AA batteries Replacing with alkaline batteries will extend the AA battery life sters Motor Test 1 Make sure the throttle stick is down in the Off position 2 Turn on the transmitter and wait 5 seconds 3 Plug the flight battery into the white lead2. reduce throttle 4 To increase altitude increase throttle 14 EZB Using Elevator Your Vapor is equipped with a third channel for elevator pitch control Pulling back on the stick provides up elevator This allows for shorter takeoffs better flares for landing better climb rates and more effective turns However pulling too far back on the elevator to climb too quickly will cause the airplane to enter a stall make the nose of the plane come down To avoid crashing from a stall always maintain enough altitude to recover Just after a stall has occurred the nose of the airplane will fall and the plane will look like it is diving To pull out of a stall simply pull back slowly on the stick partial up elevator once your Vapor has built up airspeed Remember pulling back too quickly or for too long will once again cause the airplane to enter a stall Effectively avoiding and recovering from stalls requires experience Always seek the help of an experienced radio control pilot if you are not familiar with pitch con trol Failure to do so could result in a crash and significant damage to your airplane GD Landing Your Vapor When you begin to notice that your Vapor no longer climbs well under full power normally after approximately 10 15 minutes the battery is getting low and it is time to land Bring in your aircraft toward the desired landing spot Gradually reduce throttle as well as giving a small amount of
3. European Union E his product must not be disposed of with other waste C O Instead it is the user s responsibility to dispose of their waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collections point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment The separate collection and recycling of your waste equpiment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling please contact your local city office your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product This product contains a radio transmitter with wireless technology which has been tested and found to be compliant with the applicable regulations governing a radio transmitter in the 2 400 GHz to 2 4835 GHz frequency range The associated regulatory agencies of the following countries recognize the noted certifications for this product as authorized for sale and use USA Canada Belgium Denmark France Finland Germany Italy Netherlands Spain Sweden UK EIB Transmitter Your ParkZone Vapor airplane comes with a fully proportional 4 channel transmitter that includes digital trims 1 Insert the 4 AA batteries that are included with the package into the transmitter noting proper polarity 2 Turn the switch on to ensure the
4. Vapor s front wing mount should be positioned at approximately 28 30mm behind the front of the fuselage for the initial flights with the front of the battery tray positioned at approximately 10 12mm behind the front wing mount The Vapor will fly at a wide range of CG positions allowing you to alter the flying characteristics of the aircraft You may also experiment and add a little up trim to the elevator which will bring the nose up slightly in flight This will provide the airplane with the ability to fly even slower Hand Launching the Vapor 1 Make certain that the aircraft battery is fully charged 2 Turn on the transmitter 3 Plug in the aircraft battery 1 4 Test the motor and surface controls 5 While holding the transmitter in one hand push the throttle stick to half throttle up with thumb 6 Launch using light force Keep the wings level Do not throw it up or down Point it level parallel with the ground when releasing Use caution when launching the Vapor as to not grasp the pushrods Grasping the pushrods may result in damage to the servos GID Runway Takeoff 1 Prior to attempting a runway takeoff you should have had several successful flights of hand launching the Vapor 2 Make certain the aircraft battery is fully charged 3 Turn on the transmitter 4 Plug in the aircraft battery 5 Stand behind the Vapor Make certain you are on a smooth surface such as concrete or wood 6 Apply
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6. batteries have been installed correctly When the batteries are installed correctly the LED on the transmitter should glow brightly When the transmitter makes a repeated beep sound it is time to replace the transmitter batteries Binding Process The 2 4GHz DSM2 receiver in the Vapor uses a unique binding operation to link your transmitter with your receiver Please refer to your transmitter s manual for detailed binding instructions when binding to another DSM2 equipped transmitter Confirm that ATV travels on your DSM2 transmitter are not exceeding 100 prior to binding your transmitter to the Vapor Binding to the ParkZone DSM2 Transmitter 1 Make sure your transmitter is powered off and the battery has been unplugged from your Vapor 2 With the transmitter turned off and plugged in The transmitter must be turned on and placed in bind mode within 5 seconds of the flight battery being plugged in or it will not complete the binding process Note The LP5DSM transmitter included with the E flite Blade CX2 simply needs to be powered on 3 Once the transmitter has been turned on the binding process should be finalized within about 8 seconds If you encounter a problem simply unplug the flight battery turn off the transmitter and repeat the process If you still cannot complete the bind process call the Horizon Support Team at 877 504 0233 or find your local distributor at www horizonhobby com to contact for assistance
7. down elevator if you choose to reach an altitude of approximately 4 feet 1 2 meters At this point reduce even more throttle and your Vapor should glide in softly for a landing Note Your Vapor should be landed on a smooth surface such as concrete or wood so that the landing gear can work effectively 15 Expert Tip As you get better and more experienced at flying try adding a bit of up elevator just prior to landing to flare the plane With some practice your landings should become smooth and on target Warning Do not attempt to catch the airplane or injury may occur Remember there is a spinning propeller on the front of the plane that can cause injury Also remember to cut power to the motor right before you land to prevent damage to the propeller GSD o Replacing the Prop shaft If you find that you need to replace the prop shaft you can easily do so by 1 Note proper orientation of where the white spur gear meshes with brass motor pinion 2 Grasp the white nylon nut at the very back of prop shaft 3 Turn the shaft including the propeller if it is still on shaft counterclockwise until the shaft completely pulls out of the gear box 4 Replace the shaft making certain to re install all necessary parts and by turning the new prop shaft clockwise while again securing the white nut Once prop shaft is properly installed the spur gear should mesh with the pinion 16 Warranty Period Excl
8. full throttle and adjust controls to keep your Vapor on its intended path 7 If the battery is fully charged you should be able to lift off the ground in a few feet As you notice the back of the plane beginning to lift a bit off the ground apply some up elevator Do not give too much up elevator or you can cause the airplane to enter into a stall 12 GID Flying 1 After launching your Vapor will climb at 3 4 to full throttle Keep the throttle at 3 4 to full on until you have reached a safe altitude At this same time make sure that you are continuing to keep the airplane directed on its intended path Note When flying your Vapor you will find it takes a low throttle setting approximately 1 2 throttle to maintain level flight 2 Make right and left adjustments as necessary to keep the plane headed on its intended path After you have reached 4 6 feet of altitude you can begin to make directional changes that you desire 3 Avoid holding the stick full right or left for more than two seconds as this will cause the plane to enter a spiral and could cause your Vapor to crash 4 Do not try to climb too fast by pulling all the way back on the elevator or your plane may enter into a stall Instead climb by giving small amounts of elevator 5 Damage bends to the wings or tail can greatly affect flight control Repair or replace the damaged parts immediately Small holes or other damage to the covering ca
9. in the fuselage This must be done carefully to avoid accidentally reversing the polarity and causing damage to the ESC and battery You should have control of the aircraft within 5 seconds of connecting the flight battery 4 Secure the flight battery Gently press the battery pack against the hook and loop material on the underside of the fuselage 5 Advance the throttle forward and the propeller should spin at a high speed CAUTION Make sure that you keep everything away from the propeller at all times 6 When finished with the motor test continue to Flight Control Test on the next page 7 You may notice there is some down thrust when looking at the prop prop shaft This is intentional and is not a sign of damage Adult Supervision Required Warning Keep everything clear of the propeller and hold the plane securely A moving propeller can cause severe injury EZ Flight Control Test Warning Keep everything clear of the propeller before starting the control test in the event that you accidentally turn on the motor 1 Be certain that the throttle stick is down in the Off position Aircraft supplied with a Mode 1 transmitter will function with the throttle rudder operation on the right stick and elevator operation on the left stick 2 Move the right stick from side to side The rudder should move per your transmitter input bj Shown with right stick pushed to the left 3 When using a Mode 2
10. 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 This Product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision The Product manual contains instructions for safety operation and maintenance It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual prior to assembly setup or use in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or injury Questions Assistance and Repairs Your local hobby store and or place of purchase cannot provide warranty support or repair Once assembly setup or use of the Product has been started you must contact Horizon directly This will enable Horizon to better answer your questions and service you in the event that you may need any assistance For questions or assistance please direct your email to productsupport horizonhobby com or call 877 504 0233 toll free to speak to a service technician Inspection or Repairs lf this Product needs to be inspected or repaired please call for a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA Pack the Product securely using a shipping carton Please note that original boxes may be 18 19 included but are not designed to withstand the rigors of shipping without additional protection Ship via a carrier that provides tracking and insurance for lost or damaged parcels
11. transmitter move the right stick full forward When this is done the elevator control surface should move down Mode 1 transmitters will operate with the elevator control located on the left stick and the throttle rudder control on the right stick Shown with right stick pushed to the right 4 Pull the right stick back the left stick for Mode 1 transmitters and the elevator control surface should move upward et 5 If your airplane is not responding correctly to the transmitter input do not fly Some correction is needed Call the Horizon Support Team at 1 877 504 0233 or find your local distributor on the Horizon Hobby website to contact for assistance 6 When the test is complete be sure to disconnect the flight battery first then turn off the transmitter This should be done each time you turn off the airplane Note Itis very important to make sure that the control surfaces rudder and elevator are at O degrees or neutral when the right transmitter stick is centered Step 5 Reversing Flight Controls Should the Vapor s electronic components be used in another aircraft you may find it necessary to reverse the operation of flight control surfaces Reversing the rudder and aileron operation can be accomplished by following the steps below 1 Be certain that the battery is unplugged from the aircraft and the transmitter is turned off 2 Pus
12. 5 x 15 and a minimum ceiling height of 8 feet We suggest that first flights are done in a larger area such as in a garage or basement If you choose to make your flights outdoors the conditions MUST be COMPLETELY CALM The Vapor weighs less than 1 2 ounce and can easily be blown away If you choose to fly outdoors remember to always keep the plane upwind from you to avoid flyaways Make certain that you do not fly near trees buildings or other areas that can restrict your view or interfere with your flying 10 Steps 8 Seek Assistance from an Experienced Radio Control Pilot VERY IMPORTANT The 3 channel function is designed for the experienced radio control pilot and is not intended for the first time flier It is best to have HobbyZone Zone 2 experience First time pilots of the ParkZone Vapor should seek the assistance of an experienced RC flier until the additional third channel pitch control has been competently mastered Crash damage is not covered under the warranty It is very important to confirm the ParkZone Vapor is properly balanced prior to flying Note Due to the lightweight design of the ParkZone Vapor it is highly recommended that the original packaging be used when storing and transporting the aircraft to prevent damage Take care to not leave the Vapor in direct sunlight or stored inside a vehicle on a warm day Excessive heat may cause damage to the Vapor s film covering step o o The
13. G parkzone Vapor RTF Instruction Manual PKZ3315 ParkZone products are distributed exclusively by Horizon Hobby Inc 4105 Fieldstone Road Champaign IL 61822 2008 Horizon Hobby Inc Horizon Hobby UK Units 1 4 Ployters Road Staple Tye Southern Way Harlow Essex CM187NS United Kingdom Horizon Hobby Deutschland GmbH X Otto Hahn Str 9a ETO M i c 25337 Elmshorn Germany MICRO FLYERS MAXIMUM FUN DSM and DSM2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby Inc Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries Inc Spektrum radios and accessories are exclusively available from Horizon Hobby Inc parkzone com 9 13071 1 Transmitter PKZ 4 channel with Spektrum 2 4GHz DSM2 Technology Battery 3 7V 70mAh Li Po Wingspan 13 25 in 335mm Length 16 in 420mm Flying Weight 0 4 oz 12 g G parkzone G parkzone Vapor RTF Instruction Manual Congratulations on your purchase of the ParkZone Vapor RTF airplane ParkZone s Etomic family of innovative ultra micro flyers makes micro flight a reality for everyone Proportional multi channel 2 4GHz radio technology provides precise control for amazing ready to fly indoor fun Your Vapor comes pre assembled with everything needed to get you in the air all in one box You only need to charge the flight battery prior to your first flight In as little as 30 minutes you can be flying This means you can spend your
14. as Horizon is not responsible for merchandise until it arrives and is accepted at our facility A Service Repair Request is available at www horizonhobby com on the Support tab If you do not have internet access please include a letter with your complete name street address email address and phone number where you can be reached during business days your RMA number a list of the included items method of payment for any non warranty expenses and a brief summary of the problem Your original sales receipt must also be included for warranty consideration Be sure your name address and RMA number are clearly written on the outside of the shipping carton Warranty Inspection and Repairs To receive warranty service you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof of purchase date Provided warranty conditions have been met your Product will be repaired or replaced free of charge Repair or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby Non Warranty Repairs Should your repair not be covered by warranty the repair will be completed and payment will be required without notification or estimate of the expense unless the expense exceeds 50 of the retail purchase cost By submitting the item for repair you are agreeing to payment of the repair without notification Repair estimates are available upon request You must include this request with your repair Non warranty repair estimates will be billed
15. h down on the digital trim button for the surface you would like to reverse Top elevator trim button elevator normal Bottom elevator trim button elevator reverse Left rudder trim button rudder normal Right rudder trim button rudder reverse 3 Continue holding the desired digital trim button down and turn the transmitter on 4 Hold the digital trim button down for approximately five seconds until tones are heard confirming the selection 5 Connect the flight battery and complete the flight control test confirming that all surfaces are operating in the correct direction Gp Making Adjustments to the Control Surfaces 1 Any changes necessary to bring both the rudder and elevator to neutral zero degrees when the right transmitter stick is centered should be possible using the digital trim buttons 2 If you find this is not the case do not fly until this has been corrected 3 If corrections are needed you may have to adjust the length of the pushrod by gently stretching or pinching the bend in the control wire as necessary You can also achieve more control by changing the hole on the control horn that the pushrod goes into We suggest you fly it first as it comes from the factory and then only move in one hole at a time Step o Flying Choose a Large Open Flying Site Always choose a wide open space for flying your ParkZone Vapor It is ideal for you to fly in an indoor location with a floor area of 1
16. horn Germany Please call 49 4121 46199 66 or service horizonhobby de with any questions or concerns regarding this product or warranty 20 21 Replacement Parts Make sure that you keep your Vapor flying Replacement parts are available at your local hobby store or from Horizon Hobby www horizonhobby com Please try your local hobby store first By supporting them they will be there when you need them Item PKZ3001 PKZ3240 PKZ3302 PKZ3306 PKZ3307 PKZ3316 PKZ3320 PKZ3322 PKZ3324 PKZ3325 PKZ3327 PKZ3328 PKZ3341 PKZ3351 PKZ3361 PKZ3367 Description 3 7V 70mAh LiPo Battery Vapor Charger Vapor Prop with Spinner Vapor Landing Gear Set Vapor Tail Wheel Vapor Main Motor Vapor Main Wing Vapor Pushrod Set Vapor Horizontal Stabilizer Vapor Rudder Vapor Gearbox Without Motor Vapor Prop Shaft with Spur Gear Transmitter 2 4GHz w Spektrum DSM2 Vapor Receiver ESC DSM2 Vapor Fuselage w Electronics Vapor Bare Fuselage Vapor 22
17. n be repaired with a small amount of clear packing tape 6 The Vapor is designed for a slow and relaxing flight experience Flying too fast and descending too quickly will put a lot of stress on the airframe and servos and is not recommended 13 Sharp Turns In order to make a sharper turn move the stick in the desired direction and add some up elevator pull back on stick The plane will make a sharper banking turn Note With the throttle set at low or off gliding the plane will not turn as fast as when you are flying at or near full throttle Rudder Trim If the model wants to constantly turn in one direction use the digital trim buttons to correct Your Vapor should fly straight with the control stick at neutral Always make trim changes in one click intervals Elevator Trim If your Vapor wants to go up or down use the digital trim buttons located to the left of the control stick to correct The model should fly straight with the control stick at neutral and should have a steady shallow climb at full throttle GID Throttle Adjustment 1 Climb to an altitude of 4 6 feet 1 2 2 meters with full throttle 2 To achieve and maintain a level cruising altitude reduce the power by moving the throttle stick down to approximately 50 of fullthrottle The throttle stick is proportional so you can add or reduce throttle in small increments as needed to maintain the altitude that you desire 3 To reduce altitude
18. retion of Horizon This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God accident misuse abuse negligence commercial use or modification of or to any part of the Product This warranty does not cover damage due to improper installation operation maintenance or attempted repair by anyone other than Horizon Return of any goods by Purchaser must be approved in writing by Horizon before shipment Damage Limits HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES LOSS OF PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE PRODUCT 17 WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN CONTRACT WARRANTY NEGLIGENCE OR STRICT LIABILITY Further in no event shall the liability of Horizon exceed the individual price of the Product on which liability is asserted As Horizon has no control over use setup final assembly modification or misuse no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any resulting damage or injury By the act of use setup or assembly the user accepts all resulting liability If you as the Purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this Product you are advised to return this Product immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase Law These Terms are governed by Illinois law without regard to conflict of law principals Safety Precautions This is a sophisticated hobby Product and not a toy It must be
19. time refining your flying skills instead of your building skills Your ParkZone Vapor will allow you to perform many aerobatic maneuvers all in an area the size of your living room 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 Vapor features the latest in ultra submicro technology including a 2 4GHz DSM2 fully proportional 4 channel transmitter and 3 channel receiver with full control of throttle rudder and elevator Your Vapor also comes complete with the latest in lightweight electronic speed control technology two linear servos a 3 7V 70mAh Li Po flight battery and a convenient charger Warning Though your ParkZone Vapor comes ready to fly this aircraft is for experienced RC pilots only and is not a toy It can cause serious bodily harm and damage to property FCC Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party respon sible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Instructions for Disposal of WEEE by Users in the
20. usive Warranty Horizon Hobby Inc Horizon warranties that the Products purchased the Product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase by the Purchaser Limited Warranty a This warranty is limited to the original Purchaser Purchaser and is not transferable REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE PURCHASER This warranty covers only those Products purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer Third party transactions are not covered by this warranty Proof of purchase is required for warranty claims Further Horizon reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice and disclaims all other warranties express or implied b Limitations HORIZON MAKES NO WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION EXPRESS OR IMPLIED ABOUT NON INFRINGEMENT MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF THE PRODUCT THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PURCHASER S INTENDED USE c Purchaser Remedy Horizon s sole obligation hereunder shall be that Horizon will at its option i repair or ii replace any Product determined by Horizon to be defective In the event of a defect these are the Purchaser s exclusive remedies Horizon reserves the right to inspect any and all equipment involved in a warranty claim Repair or replacement decisions are at the sole disc
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