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KAVAN Alpha 1500 V2 - Instruction manual
KAVAN Beta 1400 - Instruction manual
KAVAN Beta 1400 Kit - Instruction manual
KAVAN Bristell B23 1600mm - Instruction manual
KAVAN Cumul 100 - Instruction manual
KAVAN Cumul DLG ARF 1096mm - Instruction manual
KAVAN Cumul DLG kit 1096mm - Instruction manual
KAVAN DARA A1 (F1H) 1200mm - Instruction manual
KAVAN Der kleine Falke A1 1240mm - Instruction manual
KAVAN Der mini Falke 710mm - Instruction manual
KAVAN DINGO A3 Glider Kit 796mm - Instruction manual
KAVAN ESCs - Instruction manual
KAVAN Falke 1800mm ARF - Instruction manual
KAVAN FunStik 1280mm kit - Instruction manual
KAVAN GRE-24 - Instruction manual
KAVAN HPH 304TS TwinShark - Instruction manual
KAVAN Norden 1600mm - Instruction manual
KAVAN Pilatus PC-6 Porter - Instruction manual
KAVAN Plus ESCs - Instruction manual
KAVAN Pro ESCs - Instruction manual
KAVAN Pro programming card - Instruction manual
KAVAN programming card - Instruction manual
KAVAN Pulse 2200 V2 - Instruction manual
KAVAN R6 - User manual
KAVAN R8 - User manual
KAVAN Robin Glider Kit 495mm - Instruction manual
KAVAN Savage MAX - Instruction manual
KAVAN Savage Mini - Instruction manual
KAVAN Smart PRO AMS Alti motor switch - Instruction manual
KAVAN Smart PRO GPS2 Logger - Instruction manual
KAVAN Smart PRO Opto ESCs - Instruction manual
KAVAN Smart PRO SBEC ESCs - Instruction manual
KAVAN Smart PRO SE4 4ch BUS servo decoder - Instruction manual
KAVAN Smart PRO SE6 6ch BUS servo decoder - Instruction manual
KAVAN Smart PRO T70 Dual battery switch with telemetry expander - Instruction manual
KAVAN Smart PRO T75 Dual battery switch with telemetry expander - Instruction manual
KAVAN Smart PRO Temp125C Temperature sensor - Instruction manual
KAVAN Smart PRO USB-C interface - Instruction manual
KAVAN Strike DLG - Instruction manual
KAVAN Swift S-1 - Instruction manual
KAVAN TARA A1 (F1H) - Instruction manual
KAVAN V20 + ETHOS™ - User manual
KAVAN V20 - Changing the mode
KAVAN V20 - Quickstart guide
KAVAN V20 - Updating the firmware
KAVAN Vibe - Instruction manual
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aa - Qafár af
ab - аԥсшәа
abs - bahasa ambon
ace - Acèh
acm - عراقي
ady - адыгабзэ
ady-cyrl - адыгабзэ
aeb - تونسي / Tûnsî
aeb-arab - تونسي
aeb-latn - Tûnsî
af - Afrikaans
aln - Gegë
alt - алтай тил
am - አማርኛ
ami - Pangcah
an - aragonés
ang - Ænglisc
ann - Obolo
anp - अंगिका
ar - العربية
arc - ܐܪܡܝܐ
arn - mapudungun
arq - جازايرية
ary - الدارجة
arz - مصرى
as - অসমীয়া
ase - American sign language
ast - asturianu
atj - Atikamekw
av - авар
avk - Kotava
awa - अवधी
ay - Aymar aru
az - azərbaycanca
azb - تۆرکجه
ba - башҡортса
ban - Basa Bali
ban-bali - ᬩᬲᬩᬮᬶ
bar - Boarisch
bbc - Batak Toba
bbc-latn - Batak Toba
bcc - جهلسری بلوچی
bci - wawle
bcl - Bikol Central
bdr - Bajau Sama
be - беларуская
be-tarask - беларуская (тарашкевіца)
bew - Betawi
bg - български
bgn - روچ کپتین بلوچی
bh - भोजपुरी
bho - भोजपुरी
bi - Bislama
bjn - Banjar
blk - ပအိုဝ်ႏဘာႏသာႏ
bm - bamanankan
bn - বাংলা
bo - བོད་ཡིག
bpy - বিষ্ণুপ্রিয়া মণিপুরী
bqi - بختیاری
br - brezhoneg
brh - Bráhuí
bs - bosanski
btm - Batak Mandailing
bto - Iriga Bicolano
bug - Basa Ugi
bxr - буряад
ca - català
cbk-zam - Chavacano de Zamboanga
cdo - 閩東語 / Mìng-dĕ̤ng-ngṳ̄
ce - нохчийн
ceb - Cebuano
ch - Chamoru
cho - Chahta anumpa
chr - ᏣᎳᎩ
chy - Tsetsêhestâhese
ckb - کوردی
co - corsu
cps - Capiceño
cpx - 莆仙語 / Pó-sing-gṳ̂
cpx-hans - 莆仙语(简体)
cpx-hant - 莆仙語(繁體)
cpx-latn - Pó-sing-gṳ̂ (Báⁿ-uā-ci̍)
cr - Nēhiyawēwin / ᓀᐦᐃᔭᐍᐏᐣ
crh - qırımtatarca
crh-cyrl - къырымтатарджа (Кирилл)
crh-latn - qırımtatarca (Latin)
crh-ro - tatarşa
cs - čeština
csb - kaszëbsczi
cu - словѣньскъ / ⰔⰎⰑⰂⰡⰐⰠⰔⰍⰟ
cv - чӑвашла
cy - Cymraeg
da - dansk
dag - dagbanli
de - Deutsch
de-at - Österreichisches Deutsch
de-ch - Schweizer Hochdeutsch
de-formal - Deutsch (Sie-Form)
dga - Dagaare
din - Thuɔŋjäŋ
diq - Zazaki
dsb - dolnoserbski
dtp - Dusun Bundu-liwan
dty - डोटेली
dv - ދިވެހިބަސް
dz - ཇོང་ཁ
ee - eʋegbe
egl - Emiliàn
el - Ελληνικά
eml - emiliàn e rumagnòl
en - English
en-ca - Canadian English
en-gb - British English
eo - Esperanto
es - español
es-419 - español de América Latina
es-formal - español (formal)
et - eesti
eu - euskara
ext - estremeñu
fa - فارسی
fat - mfantse
ff - Fulfulde
fi - suomi
fit - meänkieli
fj - Na Vosa Vakaviti
fo - føroyskt
fon - fɔ̀ngbè
fr - français
frc - français cadien
frp - arpetan
frr - Nordfriisk
fur - furlan
fy - Frysk
ga - Gaeilge
gaa - Ga
gag - Gagauz
gan - 贛語
gan-hans - 赣语(简体)
gan-hant - 贛語(繁體)
gcr - kriyòl gwiyannen
gd - Gàidhlig
gl - galego
gld - на̄ни
glk - گیلکی
gn - Avañe'ẽ
gom - गोंयची कोंकणी / Gõychi Konknni
gom-deva - गोंयची कोंकणी
gom-latn - Gõychi Konknni
gor - Bahasa Hulontalo
got - 𐌲𐌿𐍄𐌹𐍃𐌺
gpe - Ghanaian Pidgin
grc - Ἀρχαία ἑλληνικὴ
gsw - Alemannisch
gu - ગુજરાતી
guc - wayuunaiki
gur - farefare
guw - gungbe
gv - Gaelg
ha - Hausa
hak - 客家語/Hak-kâ-ngî
haw - Hawaiʻi
he - עברית
hi - हिन्दी
hif - Fiji Hindi
hif-latn - Fiji Hindi
hil - Ilonggo
hno - ہندکو
ho - Hiri Motu
hr - hrvatski
hrx - Hunsrik
hsb - hornjoserbsce
hsn - 湘语
ht - Kreyòl ayisyen
hu - magyar
hu-formal - magyar (formal)
hy - հայերեն
hyw - Արեւմտահայերէն
hz - Otsiherero
ia - interlingua
id - Bahasa Indonesia
ie - Interlingue
ig - Igbo
igl - Igala
ii - ꆇꉙ
ik - Iñupiatun
ike-cans - ᐃᓄᒃᑎᑐᑦ
ike-latn - inuktitut
ilo - Ilokano
inh - гӀалгӀай
io - Ido
is - íslenska
it - italiano
iu - ᐃᓄᒃᑎᑐᑦ / inuktitut
ja - 日本語
jam - Patois
jbo - la .lojban.
jut - jysk
jv - Jawa
ka - ქართული
kaa - Qaraqalpaqsha
kab - Taqbaylit
kai - Karai-karai
kbd - адыгэбзэ
kbd-cyrl - адыгэбзэ
kbp - Kabɩyɛ
kcg - Tyap
kea - kabuverdianu
kg - Kongo
khw - کھوار
ki - Gĩkũyũ
kiu - Kırmancki
kj - Kwanyama
kjh - хакас
kjp - ဖၠုံလိက်
kk - қазақша
kk-arab - قازاقشا (تٴوتە)
kk-cn - قازاقشا (جۇنگو)
kk-cyrl - қазақша (кирил)
kk-kz - қазақша (Қазақстан)
kk-latn - qazaqşa (latın)
kk-tr - qazaqşa (Türkïya)
kl - kalaallisut
km - ភាសាខ្មែរ
kn - ಕನ್ನಡ
ko - 한국어
ko-kp - 조선말
koi - перем коми
kr - kanuri
krc - къарачай-малкъар
kri - Krio
krj - Kinaray-a
krl - karjal
ks - कॉशुर / کٲشُر
ks-arab - کٲشُر
ks-deva - कॉशुर
ksh - Ripoarisch
ksw - စှီၤ
ku - kurdî
ku-arab - كوردي (عەرەبی)
ku-latn - kurdî (latînî)
kum - къумукъ
kus - Kʋsaal
kv - коми
kw - kernowek
ky - кыргызча
la - Latina
lad - Ladino
lb - Lëtzebuergesch
lbe - лакку
lez - лезги
lfn - Lingua Franca Nova
lg - Luganda
li - Limburgs
lij - Ligure
liv - Līvõ kēļ
lki - لەکی
lld - Ladin
lmo - lombard
ln - lingála
lo - ລາວ
loz - Silozi
lrc - لۊری شومالی
lt - lietuvių
ltg - latgaļu
lus - Mizo ţawng
luz - لئری دوٙمینی
lv - latviešu
lzh - 文言
lzz - Lazuri
mad - Madhurâ
mag - मगही
mai - मैथिली
map-bms - Basa Banyumasan
mdf - мокшень
mg - Malagasy
mh - Ebon
mhr - олык марий
mi - Māori
min - Minangkabau
mk - македонски
ml - മലയാളം
mn - монгол
mnc - ᠮᠠᠨᠵᡠ ᡤᡳᠰᡠᠨ
mnc-latn - manju gisun
mnc-mong - ᠮᠠᠨᠵᡠ ᡤᡳᠰᡠᠨ
mni - ꯃꯤꯇꯩ ꯂꯣꯟ
mnw - ဘာသာ မန်
mo - молдовеняскэ
mos - moore
mr - मराठी
mrh - Mara
mrj - кырык мары
ms - Bahasa Melayu
ms-arab - بهاس ملايو
mt - Malti
mus - Mvskoke
mwl - Mirandés
my - မြန်မာဘာသာ
myv - эрзянь
mzn - مازِرونی
na - Dorerin Naoero
nah - Nāhuatl
nan - Bân-lâm-gú
nap - Napulitano
nb - norsk bokmål
nds - Plattdüütsch
nds-nl - Nedersaksies
ne - नेपाली
new - नेपाल भाषा
ng - Oshiwambo
nia - Li Niha
niu - Niuē
nl - Nederlands
nl-informal - Nederlands (informeel)
nmz - nawdm
nn - norsk nynorsk
no - norsk
nod - ᨣᩤᩴᨾᩮᩬᩥᨦ
nog - ногайша
nov - Novial
nqo - ߒߞߏ
nrm - Nouormand
nso - Sesotho sa Leboa
nv - Diné bizaad
ny - Chi-Chewa
nyn - runyankore
nys - Nyunga
oc - occitan
ojb - Ojibwemowin
olo - livvinkarjala
om - Oromoo
or - ଓଡ଼ିଆ
os - ирон
pa - ਪੰਜਾਬੀ
pag - Pangasinan
pam - Kapampangan
pap - Papiamentu
pcd - Picard
pcm - Naijá
pdc - Deitsch
pdt - Plautdietsch
pfl - Pälzisch
pi - पालि
pih - Norfuk / Pitkern
pl - polski
pms - Piemontèis
pnb - پنجابی
pnt - Ποντιακά
prg - prūsiskan
ps - پښتو
pt - português
pt-br - português do Brasil
pwn - pinayuanan
qu - Runa Simi
qug - Runa shimi
rgn - Rumagnôl
rif - Tarifit
rki - ရခိုင်
rm - rumantsch
rmc - romaňi čhib
rmy - romani čhib
rn - ikirundi
ro - română
roa-tara - tarandíne
rsk - руски
ru - русский
rue - русиньскый
rup - armãneashti
ruq - Vlăheşte
ruq-cyrl - Влахесте
ruq-latn - Vlăheşte
rw - Ikinyarwanda
ryu - うちなーぐち
sa - संस्कृतम्
sah - саха тыла
sat - ᱥᱟᱱᱛᱟᱲᱤ
sc - sardu
scn - sicilianu
sco - Scots
sd - سنڌي
sdc - Sassaresu
sdh - کوردی خوارگ
se - davvisámegiella
se-fi - davvisámegiella (Suoma bealde)
se-no - davvisámegiella (Norgga bealde)
se-se - davvisámegiella (Ruoŧa bealde)
sei - Cmique Itom
ses - Koyraboro Senni
sg - Sängö
sgs - žemaitėška
sh - srpskohrvatski / српскохрватски
sh-cyrl - српскохрватски (ћирилица)
sh-latn - srpskohrvatski (latinica)
shi - Taclḥit
shi-latn - Taclḥit
shi-tfng - ⵜⴰⵛⵍⵃⵉⵜ
shn - ၽႃႇသႃႇတႆး
shy - tacawit
shy-latn - tacawit
si - සිංහල
simple - Simple English
sjd - кӣллт са̄мь кӣлл
sje - bidumsámegiella
sk - slovenčina
skr - سرائیکی
skr-arab - سرائیکی
sl - slovenščina
sli - Schläsch
sm - Gagana Samoa
sma - åarjelsaemien
smn - anarâškielâ
sms - nuõrttsääʹmǩiõll
sn - chiShona
so - Soomaaliga
sq - shqip
sr - српски / srpski
sr-ec - српски (ћирилица)
sr-el - srpski (latinica)
srn - Sranantongo
sro - sardu campidanesu
ss - SiSwati
st - Sesotho
stq - Seeltersk
sty - себертатар
su - Sunda
sv - svenska
sw - Kiswahili
syl - ꠍꠤꠟꠐꠤ
szl - ślůnski
szy - Sakizaya
ta - தமிழ்
tay - Tayal
tcy - ತುಳು
tdd - ᥖᥭᥰᥖᥬᥳᥑᥨᥒᥰ
te - తెలుగు
tet - tetun
tg - тоҷикӣ
tg-cyrl - тоҷикӣ
tg-latn - tojikī
th - ไทย
ti - ትግርኛ
tk - Türkmençe
tl - Tagalog
tly - tolışi
tly-cyrl - толыши
tn - Setswana
to - lea faka-Tonga
tok - toki pona
tpi - Tok Pisin
tr - Türkçe
tru - Ṫuroyo
trv - Seediq
ts - Xitsonga
tt - татарча / tatarça
tt-cyrl - татарча
tt-latn - tatarça
tum - chiTumbuka
tw - Twi
ty - reo tahiti
tyv - тыва дыл
tzm - ⵜⴰⵎⴰⵣⵉⵖⵜ
udm - удмурт
ug - ئۇيغۇرچە / Uyghurche
ug-arab - ئۇيغۇرچە
ug-latn - Uyghurche
uk - українська
ur - اردو
uz - oʻzbekcha / ўзбекча
uz-cyrl - ўзбекча
uz-latn - oʻzbekcha
ve - Tshivenda
vec - vèneto
vep - vepsän kel’
vi - Tiếng Việt
vls - West-Vlams
vmf - Mainfränkisch
vmw - emakhuwa
vo - Volapük
vot - Vaďďa
vro - võro
wa - walon
wal - wolaytta
war - Winaray
wls - Fakaʻuvea
wo - Wolof
wuu - 吴语
wuu-hans - 吴语(简体)
wuu-hant - 吳語(正體)
xal - хальмг
xh - isiXhosa
xmf - მარგალური
xsy - saisiyat
yi - ייִדיש
yo - Yorùbá
yrl - Nhẽẽgatú
yue - 粵語
yue-hans - 粵语(简体)
yue-hant - 粵語(繁體)
za - Vahcuengh
zea - Zeêuws
zgh - ⵜⴰⵎⴰⵣⵉⵖⵜ ⵜⴰⵏⴰⵡⴰⵢⵜ
zh - 中文
zh-cn - 中文(中国大陆)
zh-hans - 中文(简体)
zh-hant - 中文(繁體)
zh-hk - 中文(香港)
zh-mo - 中文(澳門)
zh-my - 中文(马来西亚)
zh-sg - 中文(新加坡)
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<languages/> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> ==Introduction== Congratulations on your purchase of the semi-scale model of the Pilatus PC-6 Porter STOL utility aircraft. You are about to start the assembly of a model manufactured from virtually unbreakable EPO (expanded polyolefin) foam, powered by a mighty brushless motor and lightweight LiPo battery. Everybody who has already mastered flying a "full-house" trainer - with aileron, elevator, rudder, and throttle control - will enjoy this beautiful semi-scale model. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> {{Image frame|content=[[File:KAVAN Pilatus PC-6 Porter - blue.png|300px|KAV02.8089 KAVAN Pilatus PC-6 Porter - blue]][[File:KAVAN Pilatus PC-6 Porter - red.png|300px|KAV02.8090 KAVAN Pilatus PC-6 - red]]|align=center|pos=bot|caption=<br>[https://www.kavanrc.com/item/kavan-pilatus-pc-6-porter-1500mm-arf-blue-155406 '''KAV02.8089'''] '''KAVAN Pilatus PC-6 Porter - {{font color | #0072B6 | blue }}'''   {{!}}   [https://www.kavanrc.com/item/kavan-pilatus-pc-6-porter-1500mm-arf-red-155407 '''KAV02.8090'''] '''KAVAN Pilatus PC-6 Porter - {{font color | #E30613 | red}}'''}} </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> ===Pilatus PC-6 Porter/Turbo-Porter=== <div> {| class="wikitable" style="float:right;margin-left:1em; |+ ! colspan="2" |'''Specification (PC-6/B2-H4)''' |- |Wingspan |15.87 m |- |Length |10.90 m |- |Basic operating weight |1 250 kg |- |Max. take-off weight |2 800 kg |- |Max. cruise speed |232 km/h (125 KTAS) |- |Take-off distance over 50 ft (15 m) obstacle (STOL) |440 m |- |Landing distance over 50 ft (15 m) obstacle (STOL) |315 m |- |Engine |Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-27 |- | colspan="2" |Visit https://www.pilatus-aircraft.com for more information. |} The single-engine Swiss STOL utility aircraft Pilatus PC-6 Porter, originally powered by the Lycoming flat six-cylinder engine, made its maiden flight in 1959. Soon an improved Turbo-Porter powered by a turboprop engine followed. Over the years Turbomeca Astazou II, Garret Air Research TPE 331 and ultimately Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A (about 70 % of all PC-6 ever produced) turboprops have been taking this beautiful plane to the sky. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> Incredible, almost helicopter-like short takeoff and landing capabilities have quickly gained the attention of military as well as commercial operators. Fitted with wheeled undercarriages, skis or floats, Porters have been serving reliably and relentlessly all over the world - flying over deserts, jungles, lakes, mountains, snow and ice - simply everywhere. No wonder the PC-6 holds the world record for the highest landing by a fixed-wing aircraft, at 18.865 feet (5.750 m), on the Dhaulagiri glacier in Nepal. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> After 604 deliveries in 63 years, Pilatus ended production in 2022… </div> </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> ===Before you start=== # If you are not an experienced RC pilot, plan to have a fully competent pilot check your completed model and help you with your first flights. Even though we have tried to provide you with a thorough instruction manual, RC models are rather complicated and an experienced modeller can quickly check over your model to make sure your first flights are successful. # Please assemble your model exactly according to these instructions. Do not attempt to modify or change your model in any way as doing so may adversely change its flying characteristics. # Before you begin, please check the entire contents of this kit to make sure that no parts are missing or damaged. This will also help you to become familiar with each component of your plane. If you find that any of the parts are either missing or damaged, please contact your dealer immediately for replacement. <br>{{Note|type=info|text='''Note:''' Your dealer cannot accept kits for return if construction has begun.}} # Trial fit each part before glueing it in place. Make sure you are using the correct part and that it fits well before assembling. No amount of glue can make up for a poorly-fitting part. # The manual contains a drawing showing the default position of the Centre of Gravity (CG) and recommended control surface throws. Please note it is essential to keep the recommended CG position for the first flight otherwise the model could be unstable, hard to control or even unable to fly at all! Later you can fine-tune the CG position to suit your flying style and skills. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> === Precautions === '''This RC model is not a toy. Use it with care and strictly follow the instructions in this manual.''' </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> Assemble this model following strictly these instructions. DO NOT modify or alter the model. Failure to do so, the warranty will lapse automatically. Follow the instructions to obtain a safe and solid model at the end of the assembly. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> Children under the age of 14 must operate the model under the supervision of an adult. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> Assure that the model is in perfect condition before every flight, taking care that all the equipment works correctly and that the model is undamaged in its structure. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> Fly only on days with a light breeze and in a safe place away from any obstacles. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> ===Safety precautions and warnings=== * An RC aeroplane is not a toy! If misused, it can cause serious bodily harm and damage to property. Fly only in a safe place, following all instructions and recommendations in this manual. Beware of the propeller! Keep loose items that can get entangled in the propeller away from the spinning propeller, including loose clothing or other objects such as pencils and screwdrivers. Ensure that your and other people’s hands and faces are kept away from the rotating propeller. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> * As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating it in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the product or the property of others. This model is controlled by a radio signal that is subject to interference from many sources outside your control. This interference can cause momentary loss of control, so it is advisable to always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model, as this margin will help to avoid collisions or injury. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> * Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> * Always operate your model in an open area away from power lines, cars, traffic, or people. Avoid operating your model in populated areas where injury or damage can occur. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> * Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional support equipment (chargers, rechargeable batteries, etc.) which you use. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> * Keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of the reach of children. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> * Moisture causes damage to electronics. Avoid water exposure to all equipment not specifically designed and protected for this purpose. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> * The model is made mostly of plastics - it is not fireproof. It may not be exposed to higher temperatures, otherwise severe distortion of the foam airframe or other damage may occur. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> === Technical specifications === {| class="wikitable" |+ |Wingspan |1500 mm |- |Length |1112 mm |- |All-up weight |700–770 g |- |Wing area |27.9 dm² |- |All-up weight |1650–1700 g |- |Motor |C3548-750 |- |ESC |[https://www.kavanrc.com/item/kavan-r-40sb-plus-brushless-ecs-sbec-40a-153744 KAVAN R-40SB SBEC] |- |Propeller |10×6" 3-blade |} </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> ===Set contents=== Almost ready to fly model with the brushless motor, speed controller and servos installed, instruction manual. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> ===You will also need=== * At least 6-channel RC set, 14.8 V 2600–3300 mAh LiPo flight pack. * '''Regular modeller’s tools:''' modeller‘s knife ([https://www.kavanrc.com/item/kavan-knife-with-cutting-mat-156305 KAV66.770]), screwdrivers, pliers, No. 10 spanner, 1.5 mm and 2.5 mm Allen keys or screwdrivers, sandpaper etc. * '''Glue:''' Medium or thick cyanoacrylate glue (e.g. [https://www.kavanrc.com/item/kavan-power-ca-20g-medium-en-152585 KAV56.9952] or [https://www.kavanrc.com/item/kavan-power-ca-20g-thick-en-152587 KAV56.9953]), silicone or MS polymer glue. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> ===Model assembly=== # Push the undercarriage into slots in the bottom of the fuselage until you hear a "Click!", slide in the plastic inserts and secure by rotating the latches. # Secure the upper undercarriage struts using M2×12 mm screws to the fuselage (do not tighten completely). # Secure the struts to the undercarriage using M3×10 mm screws. Apply a drop of blue threadlocker to the screws but do not tighten completely. # Slide the wing halves onto the wing tube joiner. # Connect the wing multi connectors to the corresponding sockets in the wing halves. # Hook up your receiver, servos and ESC following the wiring diagram (Fig. 6). The receiver is to be secured with a strip of double-sided foam tape or hook-and-loop tape to the rear part of the cockpit. Deploy the antennas so their active parts are square to each other (if you are using a receiver featuring diversity aerials).<br>{{Note|type=info|text='''Note:''' The kit is supplied with the connection board for ailerons, flaps, rudder and LED lights so you can use even the most basic 6-channel radios to control your PC-6 Porter. If you intend to use independent control of aileron and flap servos and an advanced computer radio, you have to bypass the connection board accordingly with a pair of wing reduction cables (e.g. [https://kavanrc.com/item/kavan-wing-reduction-jst-xh-to-2x-jr-165102 KAV02.8091.9]).}}<br>The LED lights are only powered via the connection board; they are not remote-controlled in any way. # Attach the wing to the fuselage and secure by the wing joiner plate and two M6×40 mm plastic bolts. # Attach the wing struts and secure them with two clips each. # Trial the fit of the horizontal and vertical tailplane and the fuselage - no glue yet. Double check the parts fit tight and the fin is vertical to the horizontal stabilizer. If necessary sand the parts to fit. Once satisfied, apply medium or rather thick cyano (or clear silicone or MS polymer glue) to the contact area of the fin and attach the fin to the fuselage. # Insert the horizontal tailplane in place and secure it with the M6×40 mm plastic bolt. # Install the tail wheel and the rudder/tail wheel linkage. Do not forget to apply a drop of blue threadlocker to the setting screws. # Attach the propeller to the prop driver and secure it with the propeller nut with a washer; tighten the nut using a No. 10 spanner. (For your safety, you should better leave the propeller installation after your radio is all connected and set and the correct direction of rotation of your motor has been tested.) Secure the spinner using an M2.5×20 mm bolt in place. # Use medium cyano to glue the dummy antennas in place. # Open the battery compartment hatch, and put your flight pack inside. With your radio on, set the servos to the neutral position (sticks and trims centred) and fasten the setting screws of the pushrod connectors on the elevator and rudder servo arms. Perform the throttle range calibration of the ESC as described in the attachment of this manual.<br><br>'''Float Set Installation (optional - sold separately)''' # Attach the struts to the floats and secure them with plastic braces and 2.0×10 mm self-tapping screws. # Push the struts into slots in the bottom of the fuselage until you hear a "Click!", slide in the plastic inserts and secure by rotating the latches. # Install the water rudder in place. Do not forget to apply a drop of blue threadlocker to the setting screw. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> <p style="flex-wrap: wrap;display: flex;gap: 1em;justify-content: flex-start;"> [[File:PC-6 - Step 01.png|border|450px]] [[File:PC-6 - Step 02.png|border|450px]] [[File:PC-6 - Step 03.png|border|450px]] [[File:PC-6 - Step 04.png|border|450px]] [[File:PC-6 - Step 05.png|border|915px]] [[File:PC-6 - Step 06.png|border|915px]] [[File:PC-6 - Step 07.png|border|450px]] [[File:PC-6 - Step 08.png|border|450px]] [[File:PC-6 - Step 09.png|border|450px]] [[File:PC-6 - Step 10.png|border|450px]] [[File:PC-6 - Step 11.png|border|450px]] [[File:PC-6 - Step 12.png|border|450px]] [[File:PC-6 - Step 13.png|border|450px]] [[File:PC-6 - Step 14.png|border|450px]] [[File:PC-6 - Step 15.png|border|450px]] [[File:PC-6 - Step 16.png|border|450px]] [[File:PC-6 - Step 17.png|border|450px]] [[File:PC-6 - Step 18.png|border|450px]] </p> </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> === RC kit installation and pre-flight check === {| class="wikitable" style="float:right;margin-left:1em;" |+ ! rowspan="2" |'''Recommended throws''' ! colspan="2" |'''*Low Rate''' ! colspan="2" |'''High Rate''' |- |'''Rate''' |'''Expo''' |'''Rate''' |'''Expo''' |- |Ailerons |±11 mm |30 % |±15 mm |30 % |- |Elevator |±11 mm |30 % |±20 mm |30 % |- |Rudder |±16 mm |20 % |±25 mm |20 % |- |Flaps | colspan="4" |Take-off: -10 mm down / Landing: -22 mm down |} * Referring to the instruction manual of your radio, carefully hook up the on-board electronics. * Once everything has been correctly connected, turn on your transmitter and plug in the flight pack. Check the neutral positions and throws of all control surfaces. If you need to make the control surface throws smaller, simply move the pushrod closer to the centre on the servo arm or move it far from the control surface on the control horn. And vice versa.<br><br><br> {{Note|type=info|text='''*)''' The "Low rate" recommended control surface throws are suitable for a less skilled pilot and regular "scale-ish" flying; the "High rate" setting allows an experienced pilot to explore the full capabilities of his model.}} </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> Especially less experienced pilots might find their Porter easier to fly with some extra mixes on (mix rates for the high rate throws): * '''Aileron → Rudder:''' 12 mm left rudder at full left ailerons, 12 mm right rudder at full right ailerons * '''Aileron differential:''' 15 mm up aileron/8 mm down aileron * '''Flap → Elevator:''' 1 mm down elevator for take-off flaps, 2 mm down elevator for landing flaps setting. * Check the direction of rotation of the propeller. If it is incorrect, simply swap two of the three wires between the ESC and motor or program the ESC (refer to the ESC manual). * Check the correct position of the centre of gravity (CG): '''56–60 mm''' behind the leading edge of the wing (Fig. 18). Adjust the CG position by moving the flight pack - if you cannot reach the recommended position, do not hesitate to add an appropriate amount of lead to the nose or tail. An extra couple of grams won’t spoil the flying characteristics - but the incorrect CG position is a killer. * Fully charge your flight pack and transmitter batteries, check the proper function of your radio and perform the range check of your radio according to its instruction manual. The range has to be almost the same with the motor off and at full throttle (no more than a 10% decrease is acceptable). DO NOT try to fly unless the range check is 100% successful. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> === Flying === The test flying and fine-tuning is pretty much straightforward. There will be no surprise for a medium-advanced pilot who is supposed to fly this model. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> ==== "Sea" Porter ==== It is a good idea to test-fly your Porter with the wheels first just to make yourself familiar with your new model. Explore the safe take-off and landing approach speed, and learn to use the flaps. Once the floats are installed, check again the CG position; adjust the battery position and/or add ballast if necessary. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> For the first test flights, seek an open area of calm water. Try to avoid lakes surrounded by tall trees causing turbulence above water. Tall trees would also force a dangerously steep climb right after your model gets into the air. Choose a fine day with a gentle breeze - the take-off is easier when there are small waves than from a glass-still lake. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> Prepare the model as usual and check the RC set and power systems are working properly. Place your model in the water, pull the elevator up and gently open the throttle to taxi away from the bank. The model should be easy to control thanks to the efficient water rudder. Once away enough, switch the motor off, and the model will turn itself directly against the wind thanks to the "weathercock" effect of the fin. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> Open the throttle and allow your model to gain speed until it rises onto the step of the floats. Leave the elevator at the neutral position; do not apply the up elevator until the model actually gains the take-off speed (a little bit bigger than with wheels). Gently apply the elevator. Do not force your model into a steep climb or sharp turn. The increased drag caused by the floats makes your Porter respond more slowly. The level flight also requires a higher throttle setting. Allow your model to climb to a safe height (50 m or so), and take your time to get the feel of your new floatplane. You should try a couple of landing approaches - at first at a safe height, and at a low level later. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> However, do not get carried away by your beautiful seaplane. Remember you have to spare enough energy not only for a safe landing but also for taxiing back. Allow your model to descend steadily by keeping the throttle a little bit more open than with a land-based plane. Let your model touch down gently and smoothly on the water. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> Once "docked", check if there is no water inside your model. Dry it thoroughly with a sponge if necessary. Check for any signs of damage by objects in the water and thoroughly check the water rudders. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> At the end of your water flying session, carefully and thoroughly clean and dry your model from outside and inside. It is wise to carry a bottle of fresh water, a sponge and a piece of fine dry cloth with you to the lake. The exposed metal fittings might be happier if protected by a drop of WD-40 spray lube. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> ==Appendix== </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> === KAVAN R-40SB instructions === Please refer to the [[KAVAN ESCs - Instruction manual]]. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> ===Recycling and Waste Disposal Note (European Union)=== [[File:WEEE.svg|right|frameless|50x50px]] Electrical equipment marked with the crossed-out waste bin symbol must not be discarded in the domestic waste; it should be disposed of via the appropriate specialised disposal system. In the countries of the EU (European Union) electrical devices must not be discarded via the normal domestic waste system (WEEE - Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment, Directive 2012/19/EU). You can take your unwanted equipment to your nearest public collection point or recycling centre, where it will be disposed of in the proper manner at no charge to you. By disposing of your old equipment in a responsible manner you make an important contribution to the safeguarding of the environment! </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> ===EU Declaration of Conformity (European Union)=== [[File:CE.svg|right|frameless|50x50px]] Hereby, '''KAVAN Europe s.r.o.''' declares that this '''Pilatus PC-6 Porter''' model and the included electronic and electric devices are in compliance with the requirements of relevant European directives and harmonized norms. The full text of the Declaration of Conformity is available at www.kavanrc.com/doc/. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> ===Guarantee=== The KAVAN Europe s.r.o. products are covered by a guarantee that fulfils the currently valid legal requirements in your country. If you wish to make a claim under guarantee, please contact the retailer from whom you first purchased the equipment. The guarantee does not cover faults which were caused in the following ways: crashes, improper use, incorrect connection, reversed polarity, maintenance work carried out late, incorrectly or not at all, or by unauthorised personnel, use of other than genuine KAVAN Europe s.r.o. accessories, modifications or repairs which were not carried out by KAVAN Europe s.r.o. or an authorised KAVAN Europe s.r.o., accidental or deliberate damage, defects caused by normal wear and tear, operation outside the Specification, or in conjunction with equipment made by other manufacturers. Please be sure to read the appropriate information sheets in the product documentation. </div>
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