E-flite Ultimate Fx 3D ARF User Manual

Ultimate FX 3DAssembly Manual

10 2. Attach the bottom wing to the struts using foam compatible CA or hot glue. Again, check that the struts are square to the wing. 3. Slide the f

11 4. Rest the bottom wing flat on the work surface. Use a square to align the fin perpendicular to the work surface. Mark the location of the fusela

12Note: The long brace (11 3/4") goes from the top near the cabane to the strut on the bottom wing. 6. Install the carbon wing braces by first

13 7. Cut the supplied 24" (60cm) string into two equal 12" pieces. Wrap the intersection of the braces with the string. Make sure to wrap

14Horizontal Stab InstallationRequired PartsStabilizerFuselage assembly110mm x 12mm hinge tape (2)Required Tools and AdhesivesRulerStringT-pinsTapePap

15 2. Use foam compatible CA to attach the elevator joiner to the elevator. Use low-tack painter’s tape to tape down the elevator with the joiner att

16 5. Double-check the positioning of the stabilizer as described in Steps 3 and 4. Once satisfied with the position, use foam compatible CA to glue

17Landing Gear InstallationRequired PartsAirframe Landing gearTail skid 1 1/2" wheel (2)Wheel retainer (2) Landing gear fairing (2)Wheel pant (

18 2. Install the landing gear into position by pressing it into the landing gear mount.Note: If the landing gear is loose and you choose to permanen

19 3. Install the wheel pants and wheels. Use needle-nose pliers to insert the wheel retainers on the ends of each of the axle portions of the landin

2IntroductionThank you for purchasing the Ultimate FX 3D ARF, a three-dimensional vacuum formed fuselage version of the original E-flite™ profile Ultima

20 4. Attach the landing gear fairing using hot glue. Apply glue at the top, center and bottom of the fairing only. You will notice a groove in the f

21Servo & Receiver InstallationRequired PartsAirframe Double-sided tapeReceiver Hook and loopServo extension, 3"Servos: E-flite’s 7.5 gram

22 2. Use hook and loop to attach the receiver to the inside of the fuselage. Route the receiver antenna to the rear of the fuselage.Note: Do not cut

23Linkage InstallationRequired PartsAirframeLong servo arm (3)Micro control connector (4)Control connector backplate (4)2mm x 3mm screw (4)Micro pushr

24  2. Install a micro control connector into a long servo arm. Secure it using the control connector back plates.Note: Cut off the unused half of t

25  4. Place an “L” bend 1/4" from the end of the elevator linkage wire, 5 1/8" (130mm).  5. Attach the elevator linkage wire. The “L” b

26  6. With the radio system on, hold the elevator in neutral. Secure the pushrod in the micro control connector using a 2mm x 3mm screw. 7. Repeat

27  8. Use low tack painter’s tape to attach the upper aileron in the neutral position. Attach the “Z” bend side of the aileron inter-connection lin

28  10. Make an “L” bend in the wire and attach “L” bend side to the upper aileron horn using micro pushrod keeper. 11. Repeat Steps 8 through 10 f

29 13. Attach the “L” bend side of the 12" (305mm) rudder linkage wire to the rudder control horn using a micro pushrod keeper.  14. Slide the

3Large Replacement Parts:EFL2176 Wing Set with StrutsEFL2177 Fuselage with Hatch and RudderEFL2178 Horizontal Tail AssemblyEFL2179 CowlEFL2180 W

30 15. With the radio system on, hold the rudder in neutral. Secure the pushrod in the micro control connector using a 2mm x 3mm screw.

31Motor & Speed Control InstallationRequired PartsAirframeBrushless motorBrushless speed control6.6:1 (66T spur) gearbox2mm x 8mm sheet metal scre

32Note: Skip to Page 33 for Outrunner installation. 2. Attach the motor to the gearbox using the screws provided with the motor. 3. Slide the gearbo

33Note: When using the E-Flite outrunner motor and mount, you will need to shorten the motor mount stick by 13/16" (20mm).Attach the outrunner mo

34Cowling and Canopy InstallationRequired PartsAirframeCowlingCanopySpinner2mm x 10mm sheet metal screw (4)Propeller (Use 12 x 6 if you are using t

35 3. Check to make sure the propeller and spinner will not interfere with the front of the cowl and there is adequate clearance. Use a hobby knife t

36An important part of preparing the aircraft for flight is properly balancing the model.Caution: Do not inadvertently skip this step!The recommended C

37Control Throws 1. Turn on the transmitter and receiver of your Ultimate FX. Check the movement of the rudder using the transmitter. When the stick

2005 Official AMA National Model Aircraft Safety CodeGENERAL1) I will not fly my model aircraft in sanctioned events, air shows or model flying demon

3) At all flying sites a straight or curved line(s) must be established in front of which all flying takes place with the other side for spectators. O

4Required ElectronicsJRP6654** 6102FM, R610UL & 4-S241—Complete radio systemJRPR610UL** R610UL 6CH FM Receiver, Shrink-wrap EFLRS75 7.5-Gram

7906© 2005 Horizon Hobby, Inc. 4105 Fieldstone Road Champaign, Illinois 61822 (877) 504-0233 horizonhobby.com e-fliterc.com

5High Power Outrunner (direct drive) Motor Setup*EFLM1305 Park 400 Outrunner Motor, 920KvEFLA311A 20-Amp Brushless ESC (v2)EFLM1915 Outrunner Stic

6Important Information about Motor SelectionWe are recommending the E-flite™ Park 370 Brushless Motor with 4100Kv (EFLM1000) or the Park 400 Outrunner

7WarningAn 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 (A

8Horizon Hobby, Inc. guarantees this kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of purchase. This warranty does not cove

9Wing InstallationRequired PartsFuselageWing (Top and Bottom)Wing strut (2) 24" (60cm) stringCarbon wing brace, 11 3/4" (300mm) (2)Carbon w