AMEWI MIG-17 50mm EDF RC Jet

Welcome to AMEWI

The AMEWI Trade GmbH is an international import- and wholesale company for R/C models, toys, and creative items, located in Borchen near Paderborn, Germany. Our product range includes over 10,000 items, featuring remote-controlled cars, helicopters, boats, and tank models, along with a wide range of accessories and spare parts. Our sales network spans over 700 specialist dealers and online retailers across Europe.

AMEWI Trade GmbH operates exclusively as a wholesale company, selling products only to retailers. If you purchase AMEWI products as an end consumer, your contract is with the retailer. For warranty claims, please always contact your dealer.

Contact Information:

AMEWI Trade GmbH
Nikolaus-Otto-Str. 18
33178 Borchen
Germany

Service Hours: Tuesday 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Thursday 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Phone: +49 180 5009821 (Landline 14 Cents/min., Mobile max. 42 Cents/min.)

Support: https://amewi.com

Declaration of Conformity

This model is manufactured according to current technical standards and meets the requirements of applicable European and national guidelines. CE conformity has been proven. AMEWI Trade GmbH declares that this product complies with the basic requirements and relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU (RED).

The full text of the declaration of conformity can be found at: https://amewi.com/Konformitaetserklaerungen

For further questions regarding the product and conformity, please contact AMEWI Trade GmbH at the address above or via the website https://amewi.com.

CE [Conformité Européenne]

Safety and Hazard Warnings

Disregarding this manual will void the warranty. We are not liable for consequential damages. We are not liable for material or personal damage caused by improper handling or failure to observe safety instructions.

For safety and approval reasons (CE), unauthorized modification or alteration of the device is prohibited. Do not disassemble the model.

Warning: Small parts. Risk of suffocation or injury from small parts.

This product is not a toy and is not suitable for persons under 14 years of age.

The product must not get moist or wet. It should only be used on flat and clean surfaces. Even a fall from a small height can damage the product.

Battery Notice & Disposal

Batteries and accumulators are not toys and must be kept out of reach of children. Battery replacement must be performed by an adult.

• Never mix rechargeable batteries with non-rechargeable batteries.
• Never mix fully charged batteries with almost empty batteries.
• Never mix batteries of different capacities.
• Never attempt to charge dry batteries.
• Ensure correct polarity.
• Defective batteries must be disposed of as special waste.
• Never leave a charging battery unattended.

Read the safety instructions and warnings before using or charging the Li-Ion battery. Stop using or charging immediately if the battery leaks, exceeds 70°C, or shows any other unusual behavior.

Use only a qualified and specific Li-Po/Li-Ion charger. Never charge the battery unattended. Do not charge if the voltage exceeds 4.2V per cell or if the charging current exceeds 2C. An unqualified charger may cause a fire.

Do not discharge the battery with a current exceeding its maximum discharge current, as this can cause overheating, bursting, fire, or explosion.

Never disassemble, puncture, strike, drop, short-circuit, or throw the battery into a fire. Improper use can lead to explosions or fires.

Keep batteries in a safe place inaccessible to infants and children. The user assumes full responsibility for the outcome of using the battery.

Disposal Instructions:

AMEWI Trade GmbH is registered with the Stiftung EAR (Batt-Reg.-No. DE 77735153 and WEEE-Reg.-No. 93834722) and properly recycles all used electronic components. Electrical and electronic devices must not be disposed of in household waste. Dispose of the product at the end of its life cycle according to current legal regulations. As a consumer, you are legally obligated (Battery Ordinance) to return all used batteries and accumulators; disposal via household garbage is prohibited!

Batteries/accumulators containing hazardous substances are marked with symbols indicating the prohibition of disposal in household waste. Additional notations for critical heavy metals are Cd=Cadmium, Hg=Quicksilver, Pb=Lead (labels are found on batteries/accumulators, e.g., below the trash bin symbol).

RoHS labelling confirms that the manufacturer has adhered to all limit values during manufacturing.

Batteries marked with the recycling symbol can be disposed of in any used battery collection container (available at most supermarkets at the checkout). They must not be put into residual or household waste.

AMEWI Trade GmbH participates in the dual system for sales packaging via Landbell AG. Used packaging is collected from partner companies (waste disposal contractors) from private customers (households, yellow bag, yellow bin), sorted, and properly utilized. Participation in a dual system helps save CO2 emissions.

Important Notes & Precautions

Thank you for purchasing the AMEWI AMXFlight MIG-17. Please read this manual carefully and keep it for future reference.

Warnings:

This remote-controlled model is not a toy. It consists of many small parts and is not suitable for children under 14 years. The model uses an 11.1V 3S 1300-1500mAh LiPo battery (not included). Always keep your fingers away from drive parts and other moving parts to avoid injury. The model's motor gets very hot. To avoid burn injuries, allow the motor to cool for 10-15 minutes after use before touching it.

On Inappropriate Use of the Product:

Do not disassemble or modify the model in any way. Do not use this product improperly or illegally, and do not operate it in a manner that could endanger others or yourself.

General Precautions:

Please read the following safety information before using the model.

• Do not use the model in rain, snow, or thunderstorms. If liquid enters the electronics, they may be irreparably damaged.
• Do not use the model in an environment you cannot see.
• Signal interference can cause the model to go out of control. Please do not use the model in the following places:

Places to Avoid:

• Near a radio tower, mobile phone masts, or other places with active radio waves.
• Near crowds or in public places.
• Near rivers, ponds, or lakes.
• Near electricity pylons or other transmission towers.

Operating Safely:

• Do not operate the model if you are tired, unwell, have consumed alcohol, or taken drugs, as this may cause injury to yourself or others.
• To avoid burns, never touch drive parts and motors during or immediately after use, as they can be very hot.
• Incorrect operation of the transmitter can cause injury. Familiarize yourself with the operation before using the model.
• Check the model and remote control before use. Ensure screws are tight.
• When finished, always switch off the model first, then the remote control. Otherwise, the model may get out of control.
• If the model goes out of range, it may lose control. Always stay close to the model with the transmitter.

Important Notes:

• Read the manual thoroughly before you begin.
• As the product contains small parts, keep it away from small children. [Illustration: Child reaching for small parts with a red 'NO' symbol and warning icon]
• Never reverse connection or disassemble the battery for the transmitter. [Illustration: Battery with reversed polarity and a red 'NO' symbol]
• Do not operate the model on public roads or in crowded places. [Illustration: RC plane near a road with a red 'NO' symbol]

Specifications

Assembly Instructions

Preparation of Main Wing Panel

Apply glue to the recess for the servos and insert the servo into the hole. Mount the rudder horns with the screws. [Image: Servo being inserted into wing recess; Rudder horns being screwed onto wing]

Installation of Main Wing Panel

Adjusting the clevis: Turn the clevis (A) clockwise or anticlockwise on the linkage. Carefully spread the clevis and insert the clevis pin (B) into a selected hole in the control horn (C). Connect the push rod to the servo arm and the control horns. Glue the servo cover over the push rod. [Image: Clevis adjustment on linkage; Clevis pin insertion into control horn; Pushrod connection; Servo cover glued]

Installation of Tail Unit

Apply glue to the tailplane and rudder and glue them to the fuselage. Screw the control horns to the tailplane. Connect the pushrod to the servo arm and the control horns. After gluing the main wing and the tailplane, ensure they are aligned. [Image: Tailplane and rudder glued to fuselage; Control horns screwed to tailplane; Main wing and tailplane aligned]

Assembly of the Fuselage

Apply glue to the position of the elevator servo and glue it in place. Connect the adapter to the servo arm and screw it to the servo. Connect the ESC and the motor, ensure the motor works properly, then glue the ESC in place. Route the ESC cable in the canopy. [Diagram: Aircraft with 90-degree markings; Image: Elevator servo glued in fuselage; Adapter screwed to servo arm; ESC and motor connected; ESC cable routed]

Assembly of the Receiver

Connect the receiver to the ESC, elevator servo, and Y-cable as indicated. [Diagram: Receiver connections showing CH1 (ESC), CH2 (Elevator Servo), CH3 (Y-Line), CH4, CH5, CH6]

Center of Gravity (CG)

The recommended Center of Gravity is 175-185mm from the leading edge of the wing. [Diagram: MIG-17 showing CG measurement point]

First Flight

For the first flight, wait for a calm day with only a light breeze. Choose a large, open field away from trees, fences, power lines, and other potential hazards.

Perform a full check of all systems:

• Ensure all control surfaces respond correctly.
• Verify appropriate throttle response and battery voltage.
• Perform a range test if not already done.

It is recommended to have an experienced modeller assist with the hand launch. Launch the aircraft into the wind with the fuselage and wings.

Initially, let the MIG-17 fly straight and level. Do not attempt to turn it when it is close to the ground.

Adjust the trims as necessary to achieve a steady climb. Check the model's response to the transmitter's control commands. You may need to adjust control surface travel when the model is back on the ground.

Bring the aircraft to a safe altitude and check the stall speed. Maintain higher speed on the approach to avoid a stall.

If flight trims were adjusted, correct the mechanical linkages before the next flight to re-center trims and ensure full trim travel is available.