F550 Landing Gear Assembly Manual V1.7
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Aeroxcraft DJI F550 Landing Gear Set
Assembly Manual
F550 Landing Gear Assembly Manual V1.7
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Notes
The frame is made from 1.5mm G10 epoxy laminate. The thickness can vary slightly, this is allowed for in the machining process, if however there is a problem the slots can be slightly opened up with a small file. It is the owner’s responsibility to ensure this model is assembled and fitted out correctly and safely. Ensure that your model is capable of safely and reliably lifting the payload you are asking it to. This model is dangerous if used in an incorrect manner. Ensure you seek assistance from an experienced flyer if you are unsure. Do not fly near people, property or highways. Do not fly over people, property or highways. There may be laws and regulations governing the use of this model in your area, seek advice from your authorities if you are unsure. Planning your build and installation is key to building a safe and reliable multi rotor. Make sure all wiring is of the correct gauge, properly connected, neat and protected from wear/tear and radio/electrical interference. Make sure all the components you use are suitable for the size and weight of your multi rotor. Do not over tighten screws. Check this product for damaged hardware, loose joints, missing parts or sharp edges before and after assembly and frequently during use. Do not use unless all components are correctly fitted and adjusted. Do not use if any parts are missing, damaged or broken. Assembly is required. Take care when unpacking and assembling; contains small parts and sharp edges.
If you require any replacement parts they are all available from Aeroxcraft.
http://www.aeroxcraft.com/dji-f550-landing-gear-spares-c-14_15/
Contact details Email [email protected] Website
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Package contents
Universal Mount Hardware Bag
Qty Item
2 Brackets (Aluminium)
1 H3-3D Bracket (Aluminium)
2 G10 Plates
4 16mm Grommet
6 M3x5 Screws
4 M3x6 Screws
2 M3x8 Screws
2 M3 Nyloc Nuts
Notes:
As of Sept 2013 included is a universal mounting that fits the Zenmuse H3 2D, and many others. There is also a mounting that can be used for attaching a small auxiliary FPV camera.
As of July 2014 included is a bracket for DJI H3-3D Gimbal.
Landing Gear Hardware Bag
Qty Item
6 M3 x 8 Screw
2 M3 x 6 Screw
6 M3 Nyloc Nut
1 M3 x 15mm Plastic Hex Spacer
12 16mm Grommet
8 12mm Endcap
30 Cable Tie
4 M6 x 16 Nylon Screw
8 M8 Nylon Washer
4 8mm Nylon Bush
4 M6 Nyloc Nut
2 12mm pipe clamp
Landing Gear Components
Qty Item
2 Leg Plate
2 Leg Spacer Plate
2 LED Bracket
1 Battery plate - Front
1 Battery plate - Rear
2 Leg Bracket (Aluminium)
4 Aluminium Tubes
1 100cm Velcro (Battery straps)
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Step1 – Assemble Main Structure
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Step2 – Install Skid Grommets
8x 16mm Grommets
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Step 3 – Attach Aluminium Brackets
6x M3 Nut, 6x M3x8 Screws, 2x Leg brackets
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Step 4 – Assemble Battery Plates
4x 16mm Grommets
Step5 - Attach LED unit mount to rear battery plate.
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Step 6
2x M3x6 Screws, 1x M3 Hex spacer
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Step 7 – Install Skids
2x Aluminium Tubes
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Step 8 – Install Skid Endcaps
4x 12mm Endcap
Step 9 – Install Payload Rails
2x Aluminium Tubes
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Step 10 – Install Battery plates
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Step 11 – Install Safety Clamps
2x 12mm Pipe clamps.
The rubber grommets are a tight fit onto the payload rails and will not move in normal use. In the interests of safety we include pipe clamps to ensure the batteries and camera cannot slide off the ends of the payload rails. If you need more clamps they are available from Aeroxcraft.
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Step 12 – Mounting the Landing Gear to your F550
4x M6 Screw, 4x Nylon Bush, 8x Washer, 4x M6 Nut
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Universal Mount (Included with landing gear kit as of Sept 2013, also available as separate item.) The hole pattern matches the Zenmuse H3 2D. Front plate can be used for mounting auxiliary FPV camera.
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Zenmuse H3-3D Mounting Attach one of the brackets from the universal mount and the H3-3D bracket to the upper plate of the H3-3D damping unit. Use the supplied M3x6 screws.
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Mounting the Batteries Secure the batteries to the battery plates using the supplied Velcro straps. Make sure the batteries are very secure and cannot come loose. Use plenty of overlap. If your Velcro straps become damaged or worn then replace them. New Velcro is available from Aeroxcraft.
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Adjusting the balance of your F550 Use the batteries to counterbalance the weight of the camera gimbal. The balance point of your F550 should be in the centre of the top plate. Move the batteries and camera on the payload rails to achieve the correct balance.