E-flite Extra 260 3D 480 ARF User Manual

SpecificationsWingspan: 43 in (1090mm)Length: 40 in (1015mm)Wing Area: 375 sq in (24.2 sq dm)Weight w/o Battery: 23–24 oz (650–680 g)Weight w/Batt

10 E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly ManualOutrunner Motor InstallationRequired PartsFuselageBrushless motor4-40 x 3/8-inch socket head screw (4)#4 b

11E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly ManualCowling InstallationRequired PartsFuselage w/motor installedCowling2mm x 8mm wood screw (4)PropellerSpinner

12 E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly Manual 3. Slide the cowling onto the fuselage. Secure the cowl using four 2mm x 8mm sheet metal screws.Hint: U

13E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly Manual 7. Install the propeller assembly onto the motor shaft. Tighten the propeller nut using a hex wrench sli

14 E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly ManualAileron HingingRequired PartsWing (left and right)Aileron (left and right)CA hinges (8)Required Tools and

15E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly Manual  3. Slide the aileron into position. Check to make sure it can move without interference at the wing r

16 E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly Manual  5. Work the aileron up and down several times to work in the hinges and check for proper movement.

17E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly Manual 2. Place the servo in the wing. Guide the servo lead out through the opening at the wing root. 3. Se

18 E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly Manual 5. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 for the other wing panel. 6. Use 6-minute epoxy to attach the control hor

19E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly Manual 8. Turn on the radio system and center the aileron trim and stick. Make sure the aileron servo is opera

2 E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly ManualIntroductionThank you for purchasing the Extra 260 480 3D ARF, designed by Mike McConville. The idea of cre

20 E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly ManualWing InstallationRequired PartsFuselage Wing (right and left)Wing tube #4 washer (silver) (2)4-40 x1/2-i

21E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly ManualStabilizer and ElevatorRequired PartsFuselage w/wing installedStabilizer ElevatorCA hinge (4)Required Tool

22 E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly Manual 4. Double-check the adjustments from Steps 1 through 3. Use a felt-tipped pen to trace the outline of t

23E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly Manual 6. Slide the elevator into position, then the stabilizer. 7. Follow the same procedure for hinging the

24 E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly ManualRudder and FinRequired PartsFuselage RudderFin CA hinge (3)Tail wheel assemblyRequired Tools and Adhesiv

25E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly Manual 4. Remove the covering from the bottom of the fin using the same technique used for the stabilizer. 5.

26 E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly ManualRudder and Elevator ServosRequired PartsFuselageMicro control horn w/backplate (2)5-inch (127mm) pushrod w

27E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly Manual  4. Install the micro control connector onto the elevator servo arm. Pass the elevator pushrod wire th

28 E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly ManualFinal AssemblyRequired PartsFuselageWingCanopyReceiverBatteryBattery hatch4-40 x 1-inch socket head bolt (

29E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly Manual 2. Place the canopy into position on the fuselage. Use a felt-tipped pen to trace the outline of the ca

3E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly ManualContents of Kit/Parts LayoutLarge Replacement Parts:EFL2476 Wing Set w/AileronsEFL2477 FuselageEFL2478 Ta

30 E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly Manual 4. Use Formula 560 canopy glue to glue the canopy to the fuselage. Use masking tape to hold the canopy

31E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly ManualControl Throws 1. Turn on the transmitter and receiver of your aircraft. Check the movement of the rudde

32 E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly ManualCenter of GravityAn important part of preparing the aircraft for flight is properly balancing the model.Ca

33E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly ManualPreflightCheck Your RadioBefore going to the field, be sure that your batteries are fully charged per the i

34 E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly Manual2007 Official AMA National Model Aircraft Safety CodeGENERAL1) I will not fly my model aircraft in sanct

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4 E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly ManualRequired Radio EquipmentYou will need a minimum 6-channel transmitter (for proper mixing and dual rate capa

5E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly ManualNotes on Lithium Polymer BatteriesLithium Polymer batteries are significantly more volatile than alkaline or

6 E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly ManualDamage LimitsHORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR

7E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly ManualNon-Warranty RepairsShould your repair not be covered by warranty the repair will be completed and payment w

8 E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly ManualLanding Gear InstallationRequired PartsFuselageMain landing gearWheel pant (L&R)1 3/4-inch (45mm) wheel

9E-flite Extra 260 480 ARF Assembly Manual  2. Slide the 4-40 x 1 1/4-inch machine screw through one of the 1 3/4-inch wheels. Slide a black #4 was