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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WINGSPAN : 1600mm
RADIO CONTROLLED ELECTRIC POWERED THERMAL GLIDER
STRATUS 1600
For Intermediate
&
Advanced Flyers
*SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
No. 10101
REQUIRED FOR OPERATION
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
RADIO PREPARATION
ASSEMBLY
PARTS LIST
OPERATING YOUR MODEL SAFELY
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This radio control model is not a toy.
•The product you have purchased is powered by a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under
various national / state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local
solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
THE FINEST RADIO CONTROL MODELS
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Ni-Cd
© 2001 KYOSHO
INDEX
First-time builders should seek the advice of experienced modellers
before commencing assembly and if they do not fully understand
any part of the construction.
Assemble this kit only in places out of children’s reach!
Take enough safety precautions prior to operating this model.
You are responsible for this model’s assembly and safe operation!
Always keep this instruction manual ready at hand for quick
reference, even after completing the assembly.
Before commencing assembly, please read these instructions thoroughly!
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Sharp Hobby Knife
Awl
REAMER
Scissors
Phillips Screwdriver (L.M.S)
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2
Ni-Cd Battery
3
Charger
(Choose one that matches your Ni-Cd Battery)
No. 72506
Multi Charger III
No.71721
8.4V-600mAh AE
Ni-Cd Battery
1
Transmitter with Mixing function.
(Micro servos prefered)
AA-size Batteries
(Transmitter)
Electronic Speed Controller for
airplanes.
No. 90511
8.4V
Auto-cut-off relay
( No Brake Function )
Electronic Speed Conloller
CAUTION: Handle tools carefully!
Wire Cutters
CAUTION: Only use a radio for Airplanes!
(Any other radio is prohibited!)
TAPER REAMER
No.80311
4
Epoxy Glue
Glue
In case of using Auto-cut-off relay
Transmitter with mixing function, Servos 2, Auto-cut-off relay
( In this case, Folding Propeller does not work.)
In case of using Electronic Speed Controller
Transmitter with mixing function, Servos 2, Electronic Speed
Controller with brake
For proper radio operation, refer to its manual.
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Maximum 29.7mm
Maximum 13mm
Maximum 28mm
Servo
No.96443
Foam Tape (5mm)
For receiver & ESC mount
Drill
Solder
Solder Iron
RADIO PREPARATION
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Check all parts. If you find any defective or missing parts,
contact your local dealer or our Kyosho Distributor.
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3
Read through the manual before you begin, so you
will have an overall idea of what to do.
Symbols used throughout the instruction manual
2mm
Do not overlook
this symbol!
Drill holes with the specified
diameter (here: 2mm).
Cut off shaded portion.
Pay close attention here!
Apply epoxy glue.
Must be purchased
separately!
Assemble left and right sides
the same way.
Ensure smooth non-binding
movement while assembling.
Install batteries. (Transmitter)
Extend the antenna. (Transmitter)
Connect the Ni-Cd battery.
Extend the antenna. (Receiver)
Center the trims.
Switch on. (Transmitter)
Switch on. (Receiver)
Make sure the servos are working.
Switch off. (Receiver)
Switch off. (Transmitter)
Retract the antenna. (Transmitter)
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Set up the radio control system as indicated below.
START
FINISH
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Ni-Cd battery must be charged before it is used.
Refer to the charger instruction manual for charging.
NiCd
BATTERY
DC12V
CHARGER
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2
Install the
grommets to the
servo as shown.
Following illustration shows wiring with Auto-cut-off relay. In case of using Electronic Speed Controller, refer included Instruction Manual.
low setting
Use an iron covered with a cloth!
Start at low setting. Increase the set--
ting if necessary. If it is too high, you
may damage the film.
with cover (cloth)
The pre-covered film on ARF kits may wrin-kle due to
variations of temperature. Smooth out as explained right.
Cut off excess.
Tentatively tighten.
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Warning!
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2
3
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Screw
2
2mm
Nut
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3
Moter
Motor
Drill holes with the specified
diameter (here: 2mm).
Apply epoxy glue.
Cut off shaded portion.
Ensure smooth non-binding
movement while assembling.
Cut vent holes as shown. Use a sharp hobby knife and cut carefully not to peel gel-coat.
35 mm15 mm
12 mm
8 mm
Fuselage
Folding Propeller
2
x
12mm
3mm
Set Screw
1
2 x 8mm
Screw
TP
2
Screw
2
2.6 x 6mm
2.6 x 6mm
2mm
2mm
2 x 12mm
2 x 12mm
3mm
2 x 8mm
Cross the grain of A and B parts.
Drill two holes to match the motor.
2mm
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Front
B A
B
A
2.6mm
Tentatively tighten.
2.6mm
1
2
2mm
2mm
Drill holes with the specified
diameter (here: 2mm).
Apply epoxy glue.
Cut off shaded portion.
Pay close attention here!
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Fuselage
Wing
4
3mm
Mark
C
C
Mark
A/2
A
3mm
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Wing
3.2mm
A A'
A=A'
5
3mm
3.2mm
Cut away covering
film only.
2 mm
14 mm
2 mm
2.2mm
14 mm
4mm
2mm
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Drill holes with the specified
diameter (here: 2mm).
Apply epoxy glue.
Pay close attention here!
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Fuselage
Fuselage
3mm
Blind Nut
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Warning!
Do not disregard this symbol!
Warning!
Securely glue together. If it comes off
during flights, you may lose control of
your airplane, resulting in an accident.
2mm
H
G EF
I
D
H G EFI
D
A=A'
4.2mm
H
I
G
F
E
D
A A'
2mm
Servo
Tail Surfaces
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A
A'
Included with the servo.
Servo
Servo
Trim the holes to fit your servos.
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Be rough by sandpaper
on setting surfase.
Top
107-110
Cut away covering
film only.
2
1
3
4
C=C'
A=A'
B=B'
B
B'
C C'
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Assemble in the specified order.
Assemble left and right
sides the same way.
Securely glue together. If it comes off
during flights, you may lose control of
your airplane, resulting in an accident.
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2mm
Drill holes with the specified
diameter (here: 2mm).
Ensure smooth non-binding
movement while assembling.
Cut off excess.
Cut off shaded portion.
Pay close attention here!
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Linkage
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Linkage
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Linkage
2 x 10mm
Screw
Included with the servo.
Included with the servo.
Solder
Rod
Rod
Rudder
Warning!
Warning!
Securely solder. If it comes off during
flight, you may lose control of your
airplane, resulting in an accident.
2mm
2 x 10mm
4
2mm
Rod
2mm
Drill holes with the specified
diameter (here: 2mm).
Apply epoxy glue.
Pay close attention here!
Fuselage
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Canopy
Decal
Do not disregard this symbol!
Warning!
2 x 6mm TP
Screw
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Foam Tape
Electronic Speed Controller or
Auto cut-off relay.
Battery
Velcro Tape
Velcro Tape
Receiver
Must be purchased separately!
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Tentatively tighten.
2 x 6mm
2 x 6mm
2 x 6mm
0.8mm
4mm
2mm
1.6mm
1.6mm
Warning!
Securely glue together. If it comes off
during flights, you may lose control of
your airplane, resulting in an accident.
1 1.5 mm
Securely install and fasten the propeller.
If it comes off during flight, you may lose control
of your airplane, resulting in an accident.
Warning!
Assemble in the specified order.
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2
3
2mm
3 x 16mm
Securely install Main Wing.
If it comes off during flight, you may lose control
of your airplane, resulting in an accident.
Warning!
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Wing
Assemble left and right
sides the same way.
Apply epoxy glue.
Cut off shaded portion.
Pay close attention here!
Apply epoxy glue only this side.
Not glue.
Antenna
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For the two-piece wing
For the one-piece wing
Fuselage
Wing
Warning!
Do not cut Antenna-Wire to keep certain control range.
Do not disregard this symbol!
Warning!
90~95mm
Decal
Decal
Screw
1
3 x 16mm
CG / Angles
Decals
CG
Do not fly before confirming correct CG. ( Center of Graphic)
If the CG is incorrect, you may lose control of your airplane, resulting in an accident.
< Rear View >
Adjust rudder-elevator as following illustration. Depending on the condition, re-adjust them for fun!
For the correct placement of decals, please refer to the box top.
Warning!
55 ~ 60mm
18mm
18mm
Pay close attention here!
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PARTS
No. Part Names Quantity
10013-01
10013-02
1
x 1 Set
x 1 Set
70110
1
800
800
1500
No. Part Names Quantity
10013-03
Canopy
Plywood parts
Decals
Motor Set
90100
1000
Folding Propeller Set (D6xP3)
90100-01
2
800
Folding Propeller (D6xP3)
1000
200
Warning!
First-time fliers should seek advice for hints in pre-flight adjustments and assembly from experienced fliers.
Be reminded that flying a badly assembled or badly adjusted aircraft is very dangerous!
In the beginning, first-time fliers should always be assisted by an experienced flier and never fly alone!
Due to the wing being very light-weight sudden maneuvers and violent aerobatics can cause it to break
while in flight. This will result in a crash and possibily cause harm to the operator or nearby persons. Under
no circumstances should violent aerobatics be attempted with this model airplane.
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Do not disregard this symbol!
Warning!
:FOR JAPANESE MARKET ONLY.
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0 0 2 1 0 4
4 7 2 7 1
1 6 8 0
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1,680
(1)
(2)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(1)
10101
Before Flying Flying After Flying
Before flying your airplane, ensure
the airfield is spacious enough.
Always fly it outdoors in safe areas
with no debris or obstacles!
For proper radio handling, refer to
its explanations.
Ensure the spinner and propeller
are securely installed.
If the airplane begins to operate by
itself, somebody else is on your fre-
quency. Do not attempt to operate
it under such condition for you may
lose of control of it.
Fully extend
the antenna
(transmitter).
Move the sticks on your transmitter
to ensure that all controls move
according to your inputs and the
way you adjusted them.
Do not fly your airplane on days
with strong winds or side winds.
Always land your airplane into the
wind.
Ensure the main wing is securely
installed.
Check the radio batteries.
Switch off the transmitter.
Unplug the Ni-Cd battery.
Cautions for Safety
Do not allow watching people to get too
close to a rotating propeller.
Disuse defective propellers as well as
deformed spinners.
Batteries and chargers become
hot. Do not allow flammable
materials to come in contact with
them.
Never try to modify Ni-Cd battery.
This is very dangerous.
OPERATING YOUR MODEL SAFELY
Beware of spinning propellers!
Switch on the transmitter.
Only use genuine KYOSHO parts.
Launch your airplane by hand into
the wind.
Plug in the Ni-Cd battery.
If your airplane does not function cor-
rectly, land it at once and find out the
reason.
Unplug the Ni-Cd battery when not
in use.
Proper maintenance extends the
life of your airplane.
Do not dispose of used Ni-Cd
batteries, return them to the shop.
Do not dispose of Ni-Cd batteries
in a fire. They will explode and
release harmful materials.
Beware of spinning propellers! With
some electronic speed controllers,
the electric motor (propeller) start
spinning as soon as the electronic
speed controller is connected.
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ON
ON
WIND
WIND
OFF ON
Battery
OFF
Battery
BATTERY
Battery
Battery
Warning!
Warning!
Batter
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