E-flite Sobre 3D Profile User Manual

SpecificationsWingspan: 33.25 in (845mm)Length: 34.5 in (875mm)Wing Area: 260 sq in (16.8 sq dm)Weight w/o Battery: 6.25–7.5 oz (175–215 g)Weight

10 E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual 5. Measure from the wing tip to the elevator tip on each side of the airframe. The measurements will be

11E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual 7. Place the motor mount in position to aid in the alignment of the vertical and horizontal fuselage piec

12 E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly ManualInstalling the BracingRequired PartsAssembled airframeCarbon rod, 4.6-inch (117mm) (2)Carbon rod, 5.9-inch

13E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual 3. Position the carbon rods in the fuselage, gluing the rods to the vertical fuselage ONLY. This will all

14 E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly ManualImportant: Make sure to use eye protection when cutting the carbon rods. 6. Installing the wing bracing i

15E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual 2. Install the elevator micro control horns at this time. Make sure the rudder horn extends opposite of t

16 E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual 6. Plug the servos into the receiver. Turn on the transmitter and receiver and check the operation of th

17E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual  9. Locate the 4.5-inch (115mm) pushrod. Install the “Z” bend into the middle hole of the control horn

18 E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly ManualNote: The rudder and elevator pushrods attach to the inside hole of the control horns. 11. Install the re

19E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual 1. Locate the plywood motor mount and aluminum X-mount for your particular motor. Center the motor mount

2 E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly ManualIntroductionThe Sobré 3D Profile was designed by George Hicks and Jon Leyland, the Sobré 3D ARF has superb s

20 E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual 3. Reposition the shaft on the motor as shown to allow the use of the propeller adapter. Make sure to se

21E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual 6. Place the plywood motor mount in position. Make sure the mount is tight against the vertical and horiz

22 E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual 8. Turn on the transmitter and bring the throttle trim and stick to the low throttle position. Plug the

23E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly ManualOptional Variable Pitch Prop InstallationNote: The following outlines the installation of a VPP for your Sob

24 E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly ManualLanding Gear InstallationRequired PartsAirframeLanding gear strut (2)Wheel retainer (4)Wheel pant (2)1.5-in

25E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual 4. The struts should extend roughly 3/32-inch (2.5mm) through the top of the wing. This will give the lan

26 E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly ManualInstalling the Optional Side Force GeneratorsRequired PartsSide force generator (upper) (2)Side force gene

27E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual  3. Glue the bottom SFG into position. Glue the 4.3-inch (110mm) carbon rod to the SFG. Check that the

28 E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly ManualControl ThrowsTurn on the transmitter and receiver of your Sobré. Check the movement of the rudder, elevato

29E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly ManualCenter of GravityCaution: Do not inadvertently skip this step!The recommended Center of Gravity (CG) locatio

3E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly ManualContents of Kit/Parts LayoutSmall Replacement PartsEFL1101 PushrodsEFL1102 Carbon Fiber StiffenersEFL2305

30 E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly ManualPreflightCheck Your RadioBefore going to the field, be sure that your batteries are fully charged per the i

31E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual2007 Official AMA National Model Aircraft Safety CodeGENERAL1) I will not fly my model aircraft in sanctio

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4 E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly ManualOutrunner SetupEFLM1150 Park 300 Brushless Outrunner Motor, 1380KvEFLA1010 10-Amp Pro Brushless ESCAPC080

5E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly ManualNote on Lithium Polymer BatteriesLithium Polymer batteries are significantly more volatile than alkaline or N

6 E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly ManualDamage LimitsHORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR

7E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly ManualNon-Warranty RepairsShould your repair not be covered by warranty the repair will be completed and payment wi

8 E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly ManualAirframe AssemblyRequired PartsVertical fuselageHorizontal fuselageWing w/aileronsStabilizer w/elevatorsMoto

9E-flite Sobré 3D Profile Assembly Manual 3. Slide the horizontal stabilizer into the fuselage, being careful not to damage any of the alignment ta