MODSTER BF 109 E 400mm Electric Motor Plane User Manual

: June 4, 2024
: MODSTER

BF 109 E
AN-290496
User Manual

MODSTER BF 109 E 400mm Electric Motor Plane

WARNING

The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product.
CAUTION: Procedures, if not be properly followed, is able to create a possibility of physical property damage AND or the possibility of injury.
Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product, and personal property and cause serious injury.
This is a sophisticated hobby product and NOT a toy. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Do not attempt to disassemble, use with incompatible components or augment the product in any way without the approval of Modellsport Schweighofer/MONSTER.
This manual contains instructions for safety, operation, and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup, or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
Age recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This not a toy.

Safety Precautions

As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the product or the property of others.

Always ensure all batteries have been properly charged before using the vehicle.
Always check all servos, all the connections, and all correct control functions prior to each flight.
Never operate your vehicle near spectators, parking areas, or any other area that could result in injury to people or damage to property.
Never operate your vehicle during adverse weather conditions. Poor visibility can cause disorientation and loss of control of your vehicle.
Never point the transmitter antenna directly toward the vehicle. The radiation pattern from the tip of the antenna is inherently low.
If at any time during the operation of your vehicle you observe any erratic or abnormal operation, immediately stop the operation of your vehicle until the cause of the problem has been ascertained and corrected.
Never fly if one of the control functions does not work correctly.

Battery Usage & Charging Warnings

CAUTION: All instructions and warnings must be followed exactly. Mishandling of Li-Po/Li-Ion/Ni-Mh batteries can result in fire, personal injury, and/or property damage.

The USB battery charger included with your plane(if there be) is designed to safely charge the LiPo battery.
By handling, charging or using the included battery, you shall assume all risks associated with the LiPo battery.
If at any time the battery begins to balloon or swell, discontinue the usage or charging immediately. If this circumstance arises while charging, you should disconnect the USB charging cable immediately from the current. Continue to use, charge or discharge a battery that is ballooning or swelling can result in fire.
Always store the battery at room temperature in a dry area for best results.
Always transport or temporarily store the battery in a temperature range of 40-120 degrees (5-49 degrees centigrade). Do not store the battery or your plane in a car or in direct sunlight. If stored in a hot car, the battery can be damaged or even cause a fire.
Always charge a battery away from flammable materials.
Always inspect the battery before charging and never charge damaged batteries.
Always disconnect the battery after charging, and allow the charger to cool before the next charge.
Always constantly monitor the temperature of the battery pack while charging.
ONLY USE A CHARGER SPECIALLY DESIGNED TO CHARGE SPECIFIC BATTERIES.
Never discharge Li-Po cells till below 3V under load.
Never cover warning labels with hook or loop strips.
Never leave charging batteries unattended.
Never charge batteries outside recommended levels.
Never attempt to dismantle or alter the charger.
Never allow minors to charge battery packs.
Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places(recommended between 40-120 Fahrenheit degrees (5-49 degrees centigrade) or in direct sunlight.
Never charge or store the battery in the model.
Always remove the battery after your flight.
Never charge the battery without supervision.

Box Content

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Content

Charging Instruction

Unplug the battery from your plane.
Carefully plug the charger into the USB port on your computer or USB adapter.
Connect the battery to the charger.
The charging process takes about 3 hours.

For safety reasons, never charge the battery for longer than 4 hours.
While charging, the red LED indicator will be flashing.
When the charging is finished, the red LED will be off.

Setup Instruction

1. Install 4 AA batteries (not included) in the transmitter.| 2. Plug the landing gears into the position on the main wing as shown above.
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3. Connect the battery to the receiver, then stick the battery into the cabin.| 4. Setup is done. Make sure you read and follow all instructions in this manual before start flying the airplane.

Center Control Surfaces

NOTE: Keep the X-PILOT switch off (manual mode) before you operate the steps below. See more information in the “X-PILOT switch” section.
With the transmitter turned on and the battery connected to the ESC(and installed in the battery compartment), it is now possible to check the center of all control surfaces.

Observe the rudder to ensure it is properly centered as shown above.

If the rudder is angled off to the right or left, adjust the push rod by its arc-shaped section slightly, making sure the rudder is properly centered.

Then observe the elevator to ensure it is properly centered as shown above.

If the elevator is angled off to the upper or lower position, adjust the push rod by its arc-shaped section slightly, making sure the elevator is properly centered.

Transmitter Instruction

X-Pilot Switch

The airplane comes with a pre-installed X-PILOT to help control flying easily.
The switch is with 3 levels to control the X-PILOT. To turn on the X-PILOT, switch to the upper position (towards you).
To turn off the X-PILOT, switch to a lower position. (away from you).

CAUTION: It is strongly suggested to turn on X-PILOT while flying the airplane.

Binding Instruction

Binding is the process of programming the receiver to recognize the GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) code of a single specific transmitter. When a receiver is bound to a transmitter, the receiver will only respond to that specific transmitter. If you need to rebind for any reason, please follow these steps:

Keep the transmitter switched OFF, and throttle the joystick at the bottom position.
NOTICE: Keep the X-PILOT switch at the Middle or Beginner position.
NOTICE: Keep the plane still in a calm environment for calculating the X-PILOT.
Connect the battery to the plane, then turn on the transmitter within 5 seconds.
The receiver LED will flash for 3-8 seconds to bind automatically.
After the receiver LED stops flashing, it means the binding process is done.

Follow the below steps when you operate a bound plane:

Power on the transmitter first.
Connect the battery to the plane within 3 seconds.
The receiver LED in the plane will flash and then turn to solid in several seconds.
Switch the X-PILOT control stick to X-PILOT assist level(MIDD or BEGINNER).
NOTICE: Allow the airplane to stay still for about 3~5 seconds in a calm environment when you first time turns on X-PILOT, in order to calibrate and activate the X-PILOT. When the X-PILOT starts to react, means it is activated.
Turn the throttle stick up to max and then down to min to arm the motor.
CAUTION: Do NOT operate around people or property, otherwise it may cause serious damage!

Throttle Unlock (Arming)

To prevent damage, the throttle channel is locked each time when powering on your transmitter. Follow the below instructions to unlock the throttle.
CAUTION: Keep the propeller in distance for your safety. Turn the throttle stick up to the max position until you hear a “beep” sound. Then turn the throttle stick down to the min position until you hear a “beep” sound. Now the throttle is unlocked.

Digital Trims

Digital trims allow for adjust of the central position of the aileron, rudder, or elevator hinge. Each time when a trimmer is moved, the servo output will change one angle. If the trimmer is held, the output will scroll in that direction until the trimmer is released or the output reaches its end. When you hear a short “beep” sound, it means the trimmer is centered.

Channels Reactions Checking

Place your plane in a neutral position, and follow the below steps to check the channel reactions. Move the sticks(except the throttle stick) to see if all servo surfaces react correctly as shown in the left diagram(left throttle for example). Swing your plane to check if all servo surfaces react correctly as shown in the right diagram.

One-key Aerobatics Instruction

The one-key aerobatics feature allows beginner pilots to perform aerobatic actions by simply pressing the button on the transmitter. During the flight, under X-PILOT control mode, press the one-key aerobatics button, and the transmitter will beep several times. During the beeping, simply move the aileron stick to either direction for auto-roll. Or move the elevator stick to either direction for auto-flip.
The airplane comes with a one-key U-turn function, which enables the plane to U-turn in the opposite direction that the airplane is currently flying. Follow the below steps to activate the function.

Place your plane heading to the take-off direction.
Do NOT unlock the throttle, press the activation button and hold for several seconds until you hear a “beep” sound, the rudder surface will respond, meaning the one-key U-turn function is now activated.

NOTICE: Every time when you power on the plane, it requires activating the one-key U-turn function. To use this function during flight, press the one-key U-turn switch button, and the plane will turn around automatically, back to the opposite direction where it takes off.
To quit, just press again the switch button, or control any servo stick(rudder/elevator), and the plane will back to your control immediately.No matter you fly the plane under manual control or X-PILOT assist mode when you turn on the one-key U-turn function, the plane will enter X-PILOT assist mode automatically to help stably flying back. When you quit this function, the airplane will back to the control mode it was.
CAUTION: This function is bound to the receiver, instead of to the transmitter, which means the plane will U-turn ONLY to the opposite direction that the plane is flying. It also means when the plane U-turns and passes the position where you activated the function, the one-key U-turn function will NOT U-turn the plane back to the older position.

X-PILOT System Calibration

Turn the throttle stick to the min position.
Power on the transmitter and the receiver.
Do NOT unlock the throttle.
Keep the sticks as above picture for several seconds.
When you hear a “beep” sound, it means the X-PILOT system is calibrated based on the horizontal level you are keeping it.

Propeller Saver Instruction

The propeller saver keeps the propeller from damage and prevents the electronic components from overcurrent. When the airplane hits any obstacle, the propeller will lose its base. To install the propeller back to the base, insert the upper part center through the motor shaft, and hear a “click” sound to ensure it is secured.

Propeller Replacement

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Follow the below steps to replace the broken propeller and shaft adaptor. You will need the help of a Philips screwdriver and pliers(not included).

Take off the spinner and propeller by loosening the screw with a Philips screw driver.
Take off the shaft adaptor carefully. If it is too tight, use pliers to help.
Replace any part broken.
Install all parts back by inverted orders to finish the replacement.

Propeller System Replacement

Take off the cover in the head of the fuselage to replace the motor, or the cover in the middle of the fuselage to replace the receiver. It is no need for tool to take off the covers.
Follow the below steps to replace the receiver.
a. Loosen the screws of servo horns, and take the servo horns off.
b. Unplug the motor cable and the main wing servo cable. You may need to record the direction of cable plugs.
c. Loosen the screws as shown to take off the receiver.
Follow the below steps to replace the motor.
a. Unplug the motor cable from the receiver board. You may need to record the direction of the cable plug.
c. Loosen the screws as shown to take off the motor.

Flight Checklist
NOTE: This checklist is NOT intended to replace the content included in this instruction manual. Although it can be used as a quick start guide, we strongly suggest that read through the manual completely before proceeding.

Ensure the throttle control stick is at the bottom position before connecting the battery.
Fly the model(hand-launch or take off from a flat/level surface).
Land the model on a flat/level surface.
Unplug the battery.
Always turn off the transmitter last.

Find a Flight Field
Based on the size and weight of the plane it is typically considered to be a “park flyer” class airplane. As a result, it is best to fly the plane at a local park, schoolyard, flying field or another area that is large enough and free of people and obstructions. We recommend an area the size of at least one football/soccer field. However, even larger areas are better suited and preferred especially when learning how to fly. Do NOT fly in parking lots, crowded neighborhood areas, or in areas that are not free of people or obstructions.
We also suggest flying over the grass as it is a much more forgiving surface that causes less damage in unfortunate events or a crash. Short grass is better for takeoffs and landings as grass that is too long can cause the airplane to nose-over/flip and be damaged. An ideal flying area allows for takeoffs and landings on a smoother surface(such as asphalt) and flying over grass.
Fly on the spacious ground without obstacles and boskage. Never fly a plane near highways, railways, high tension lines, crowded people, flying areas,s, and residential areas.
NOTE: The plane is designed to be flown outdoors only.

Flying Conditions

It is typically best to fly on days that are calm without wind, especially when learning how to fly. It is strongly suggested to fly only in calm conditions until you are familiar with the controls and handling of the model. Even light winds can make it much more difficult to learn to fly, and in some cases can even carry the model beyond your line of sight.
Also, if you are a first-time or low-time pilot, we highly recommend that allow a more experienced pilot to test fly and properly trim the model before attempting your first flight. A proven flyable and properly trimmed model is significantly easier and more enjoyable to fly. After you have properly trimmed the airplane in calm conditions and become familiar with its handling/ capabilities you will be able to fly in light winds or depending on your experience and comfort level, in winds up to 5-7 mph.
Do NOT fly on days when significant moisture, such as rain or snow, is present.

Disclaimer of Warranties:

This model must not be used by children younger than 14 years
it contains small parts that could be swallowed
Keep hands, face, hair, and loose clothing away from the propeller
do not reach into rotating parts
Always disconnect the battery connector after the flight and remove the battery from the model!
Only fly where it is safe and where you do not endanger third parties
Keep the operating instructions in a safe place and read them carefully and completely before using the model.
We recommend people with no knowledge of model flying commission the model under the guidance of an experienced pilot
Before each flight, test the range of the remote control and the charge status of the rechargeable battery and check the batteries or rechargeable batteries in the remote control.
Do not fly near crowds of people, towards people or animals, in poor visibility, near high-voltage lines, radio masts, or during thunderstorms, rain, snow, or in a damp environment.

Always keep the aircraft in sight and under control.
Always use fully charged batteries/rechargeable batteries.
Always switch on the model first, then the transmitter, and always switch off the model first, followed by the transmitter.
Do not use the model if it is visually or mechanically damaged.
Always check all screw connections and structures for tightness and damage
Never reach into the rotating propeller – the risk of injury!
Always disconnect and remove the flight battery from the model after the flight.
Always charge and store the battery outside of the model, charge on a non-flammable surface, and never store the battery in the model. Never charge batteries unobserved!

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MSG ONLINE GMBH
Declaration of Conformity in accordance with the Radio Equipment Directive (RED) 2014/53/EU
I hereby declare that the product: MONSTER MDX BF 109 E Modellflugzeug mit Femsteuerung
Product number: 290496 (EAN: (4260752711395)
Complies with the essential requirements and the other relevant provisions of the Directive (RED) 2014/53/EU, when used for its intended purpose.
Manufactured in accordance with the following harmonized standards:
EN 62479:2010
EN 301 489-1 V2.1.1 (2017-02)
EN 301 489-3 V2.2.1 (2017-03)
EN 62311 Version 2008
EN 300 440 V2.1.1 (2017.03)
EN 62368-1:2014 + A11:2017
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Rolls 2-Richtlinie 2011165 /EU;
Rolls 3-Richtlinie – Anderung 2011/65 / EU-Anhang II 2015!863
Richtlinie 2012/19/EU Ober Elektro- and Elektronik-Altgerate
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