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F-4 Phantom 32 DF

Assembly Manual

* Pilot figures shown are not included

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Notice

All instructions, warranties and other collateral

documents are subject to change at the sole

discretion of Horizon Hobby, Inc. For up-to-date
product literature, visit http://www.horizonhobby.
com and click on the support tab for this product.

Meaning of Special Language

The following terms are used throughout the product
literature to indicate various levels of potential harm

when operating this product:

NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed,

create a possibility of physical property damage

AND a little or no possibility of injury.

CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed,

create the probability of physical property damage

AND a possibility of serious injury.

WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed,

create the probability of property damage, collateral

damage, and serious injury OR create a high

probability of superficial 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 disassembly,

use with incompatible components or augment

product in any way without the approval of Horizon

Hobby, Inc. 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.

Warnings

Read and follow all instructions and safety precautions
before use. Improper use can result in fire, serious
injury and damage to property.

Age Recommendation:

For advanced fliers ages 14 and above.

This is not a toy.

COMPONENTS

Use only with compatible components. Should any
compatibility questions exist, please refer to the
product instructions, the component instructions or
contact Horizon Hobby, Inc.

FLIGHT

Fly only in open areas to ensure safety. It is
recommended flying be done at AMA (Academy of
Model Aeronautics) approved flying sites. Consult local
laws and ordinances before choosing a location to fly
your aircraft.

INTAKE/FAN

Keep loose items that can get entangled in the
fan away from the intake and exhaust, including
loose clothing or other objects such as pencils and
screwdrivers. Especially keep your hands away from
the intake and exhaust, as injury can occur.

BATTERIES

Notes on Lithium Polymer Batteries

When misused, lithium polymer batteries are
significantly more volatile than alkaline or Ni-Cd/
Ni-MH batteries used in RC applications. Always
follow the manufacturer’s instructions when using and
disposing of any batteries. Mishandling of Li-Po batteries
can result in fire causing serious injury and damage.

SMALL PARTS

This kit includes small parts and should not be left
unattended near children as choking and serious injury
could result.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

•Checkallcontrolsurfacespriortoeachtakeoff.

•Donotflyyourmodelnearspectators,parking

areas or any other area that could result in injury to
people or damage of property.

•Donotflyduringadverseweatherconditions.

Poor visibility and/or strong winds can cause
disorientation and loss of control of your aircraft.

•Donottakechances.Ifatanytimeduringflightyou

observe any erratic or abnormal operation, land
immediately and do not resume flight until the cause
of the problem has been ascertained and corrected.
Safety can never be taken lightly.

•Donotflynearpowerlines.

WARNING: 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, personal property and cause serious injury.

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Table of Contents

Introduction ........................................................... 3

Important Information Regarding

Warranty Information ..................................... 3

Specifications ......................................................... 3

Using the Manual ................................................... 3

Contents of Kit/Parts Layout .................................... 3

Recommended Radio Equipment ............................. 4

Motor Setup ........................................................... 4

Optional Accessories ..............................................4

Optional Retracts ................................................... 4

Optional Batteries .................................................. 4

UltraCote® Covering Colors .................................... 4

Hardware/Accessory Sizes .....................................4

Required Tools and Adhesives .................................4

Wing Tip Installation .............................................. 5

Hinging the Ailerons and Flaps ............................... 6

Aileron and Flap Servo Installation .......................... 7

Control Horn Installation ....................................... 10

Flap and Aileron Linkage Installation ..................... 11

Wing Spar Installation ..........................................13

Main Landing Gear Installation ............................. 15

Optional Main Landing Gear Doors ...................... 18

Rudder and Elevator Servo Installation ................... 21

Rudder Installation ............................................... 22

Elevator Installation .............................................. 24

Fan Installation..................................................... 26

Nose Gear Installation ..........................................28

Receiver and Speed Control Installation ................. 32

Motor Battery Installation ...................................... 33

Canopy Assembly ................................................34

Decal Placement ................................................... 35

Center of Gravity ................................................. 36

Control Throws..................................................... 37

Preflight ............................................................... 37

Range Test Your Radio .......................................... 38

Flying Your Model ................................................ 38

Daily Flight Checks ...............................................39

Limited Warranty ................................................. 39

Warranty Services ................................................ 40

Compliance Information for the European Union .... 41

Academy of Model Aeronautics

National Model Aircraft Safety Code ............41

Introduction

E-flite takes scale ARF ducted fan performance and
engineering to new heights with the F-4 Phantom
32 DF. Designed around the E-flite® Delta-V® 32
80mm fan unit and 2150Kv DF32 brushless motor, its
bifurcated intake and exhaust, which are engineered
for best performance, allow this potent combo to
produce large amounts of thrust when powered with
an E-flite 6S 5000mAh 30C Li-Po pack. And it does
so without resorting to drag-inducing cheater holes.
The result is a sport EDF with exhilarating speed that
will give even experienced jet jockeys goose bumps.
The Platinum Series E-flite® ducted fan F-4 Phantom DF
32 also boasts a level of fit and finish that is every bit
as impressive as its performance. Its sleek fiberglass
fuselage comes pre-painted and integrates the vertical
stabilizer. The fully-sheeted wings are mounted with
carbon blade spars and the full flying stabilator is
preassembled from the factory to ensure accuracy.
And it’s covered with genuine UltraCote® covering for
the best look and finish. Just add the optional E-flite
electric retracts (sold separately), and you’ve got a
scale jet that truly stands out from the crowd.

Important Information

Regarding Warranty Information

Please read our Warranty and Liability Limitations in
the back of this manual before building this product.
If you as the Purchaser or user are not prepared
to accept the liability associated with the use of
this Product, you are advised to return this Product
immediately in new and unused condition to the place
of purchase.

Specifications

Wingspan: 34.8 in (885mm)
Wing Area: 406 sq in (26.2 sq dm)
Length: 47.2 in (1200mm)
Weight w/o Battery: 5.15–5.45 lb (2.35–2.50 kg)
Weight with Battery: 7.05–7.40 lb (3.20–3.35 kg)

Using the Manual

This manual is divided into sections to help make
assembly easier to understand and to provide breaks
between each major section. In addition, check boxes
have been placed next to each step to keep track
of its completion. Steps with a single circle () are
performed once, while steps with two or more circles
() indicate the step will require repeating, such as
for a right or left wing panel, two servos, etc.

Remember to take your time and follow the directions.

Contents of Kit/Parts Layout

Replacement Parts

EFL812501 Fuselage with Hatches
EFL812502 Main Wing Left
EFL812503 Main Wing Right
EFL812504 Horizontal Stabilizer Assembly
EFL812505 Canopy and Engine Hatches
EFL812506 Plastic Accessories
EFL812507 Rudder
EFL812508 Hardware
EFL812509 Pushrods
EFL812510 Decal Sheet
EFL812511 Landing Gear Struts
EFL812512 Tail Cone
EFL812513 Fixed Nose Gear
EFL812514 Foam Main Wheels, 48mm dia
EFL812515 Foam Nose Wheels, 33mm dia

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Recommended Radio Equipment

You will need a minimum 5-channel transmitter,
receiver and seven servos.

Complete Radio System

SPM8800 DX8 DSM2™ 8CH system

8-channel receiver installation:

SPMAR8000 AR8000 DSMX 8-Channel Full-

Range Receiver
JSP20030 MC35 Servo (6)
JRPSDS3421 DS3421 Premium Digital Servo,

elevator
SPMA3058 Y-harness
SPMA3052 9-inch (228mm) servo extension

 The extensions listed for the 8-channel

operation (separate ailerons and nose gear)
will require the use of mixing at the transmitter.

6-channel receiver installation:

SPMAR6210 AR6210 DSMX 6-Channel Full-

Range Receiver
JSP20030 MC35 Servo (6)
JRPSDS3421 DS3421 Premium Digital Servo,

elevator
SPMA3058 Y-harness (3)
SPMA3052 9-inch (228mm) servo extension

lightweight

 The extensions listed for the 6-channel

operation will require surfaces (flaps, ailerons
and steering-to-rudder) using a Y-harness.

Motor Setup

EFLM3032DFA DF32 Brushless Motor, 2150Kv
EFLDF32 Delta-V® 32 80mm EDF
EFLA1080B 80-Amp Pro SB

Brushless ESC v2

EFLB50006S30 5000mAh 6S 22.2V 30C Li-Po,

10AWG EC5

Optional Accessories

EFLC3025 Celectra™ 80W AC/DC Multi-

Chemistry Battery Charger
EFLA110 Power Meter
EFLAEC512 EC5™ Device Charge Lead with

6-inch Wire and Jacks, 12AWG
PKZ7003 Pilot (2)

Optional Retracts

EFLG230 15–25 Tricycle Electric Retracts
SPMA3000 3-inch (76mm) Servo

Extension (2)
SPMA3004 18-inch (457mm) servo

extension

Optional Batteries

EFLB50006S50 5000mAh 6S 22.2V 50C Li-Po,

10AWG EC5
THP50006SPP65 5000mAh 6-Cell/6S 22.2V

G64 Pro Power 65C Li-Po

UltraCote® Covering Colors

Light Gray HANU882
True Red HANU866
Silver HANU881
White HANU870

Hardware/Accessory Sizes

Main wheel diameter 17/8-inch (48mm)
Nose wheel diameter 15/16-inch (33mm)
Wing bolt 8-32 x 1/4-inch

Required Tools and Adhesives

Tools & Equipment

Balancing stand Ball driver: 9/64-inch
Flexible tape Clear tape
Drill Coarse grit sandpaper
Epoxy brush Felt-tipped pen
Hobby scissors Low-tack tape
Mixing cup Mixing stick
Needle-nose pliers Paper towels
Pencil Petroleum jelly
Pin vise Razor saw
Rotary tool Rubbing alcohol
Ruler Sanding block
Sanding drum Scissors
Side cutter String
Tie-wraps Toothpick
Trim seal tool Two-sided tape
Flat file
Drill bit: 1/16-inch (1.5mm), 5/64-inch (2mm)
Hex wrench: 1.5mm, 2.5mm
Hobby knife with #11 blade
Medium grit sandpaper
Phillips screwdriver: #0, #1

Adhesives

5-minute epoxy PAAPT38
15-minute epoxy MEUEPX15MIN
CA accelerator PAAPT715
Canopy glue PAAPT56
Thin CA PAAPT08
Threadlock PAAPT42
Silicone adhesive DEVS250

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During the course of building your model, we

suggest you use a soft base for the building surface.

Such things as a foam stand, large piece of

bedding foam or a thick bath towel will work well

and help protect the model from damage during

assembly. This is not shown in the instructions

to provide the greatest detail in the photos.

When referencing directions (up, down, left,

right top and bottom), these directions are in

relationship to the pilot sitting in the cockpit

of the aircraft unless noted otherwise.

Before starting the assembly of your model, we

recommend preparing your radio system for

installation. This includes charging the transmitter and

receiver batteries, as well as centering the trims and
sticks on your transmitter. If using a computer radio,
make sure to reset a model memory and name it for

this particular model. We also recommend binding

the transmitter and receiver at this time following

the instructions provided with your radio system.

 We highly recommend re-binding the radio

system once all the control throws are set. This will

keep the servos from moving to their endpoints

until the transmitter and receiver connect.

Wing Tip Installation

Required Parts

Main wing panel (right and left)
Wing tip (right and left)
3mm x 40mm hardwood dowel (4)

Required Tools and Adhesives

Felt-tipped pen 5-minute epoxy
Mixing stick Mixing cup
Low-tack tape Rubbing alcohol
Paper towels Hobby knife with #11 blade

 1. Insert the two 3mm x 40mm hardwood dowels

into the wing tip panel.

 2. Fit the tip panel to the main panel. Use a felt-

tipped pen to trace the outline of the main wing
panel on the tip panel.

 3. Remove the tip panel and dowels. Use a hobby

knife and #11 blade to remove the covering 1/32­inch (1mm) inside the line drawn. Use a paper
towel and rubbing alcohol to remove the pen lines.

 4. Use 5-minute epoxy to glue the two 3mm x

40mm hardwood dowels into the wing tip panel.
Use a paper towel and rubbing alcohol to remove
any excess epoxy. Allow the epoxy to fully cure
before proceeding.

 5. Apply a thin coat of 5-minute epoxy to the

exposed wood of the main wing panel and the
wing tip panel, as well as to the wood dowels.
Fit them together and use low-tack tape to hold
them together until the epoxy fully cures. Remove
any excess epoxy using a paper towel and
rubbing alcohol.

 6. Repeat steps 1 through 5 to install the remaining

wing tip panel to the main wing panel.

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Hinging the Ailerons and Flaps

Required Parts

Wing panel (left and right)
Aileron (left and right)
Flap (left and right) CA hinge (8)

Required Tools and Adhesives

Thin CA T-pins
Pin vise Drill bit: 1/16-inch (1.5mm)

 Please follow the procedure for hinging

the ailerons and flaps as described in this

manual. Failure to correctly hinge these surfaces

could result in the surface becoming loose in

flight, resulting in the loss of your aircraft.

 1. Use a pin vise and 1/16-inch (1.5mm) drill bit

to drill a hole in the center of each hinge slot in the
ailerons, flaps and wing panels. This will provide
a tunnel for the CA to wick into, making the bond
between the hinge and wood stronger.

 2. Slide the hinges into the aileron and flap. Insert

the hinges so the holes in the hinge are at the
hinge line. Insert a T-pin through one of the holes to
keep the hinge centered while the aileron and flap
are installed on the wing panel.

 3. Slide the hinges in the aileron into the slots on

the wing. Note the orientation of the ailerons and
flaps. They will only fit correctly one way with all
decals showing on the top. Leave a small gap
at the wing tip. Installl the flap making sure the
aileron and flap can move without interference.
Also make sure the flap is set in an equal distance
from a line projected from the root of the wing to
prevent it from rubbing against the fuselage. The
gap between each surface, and the line projected
from the wing root, should be equal.

When gluing the hinges, do not use a CA

accelerator. The CA must be allowed time to

soak into the hinges to provide the best bond

between the hinge and surrounding wood.

 4. Remove the T-pins from the hinges. Make sure

the aileron and flap are tight against the wing.
Wick thin CA into each hinge, both top and
bottom, until the hinge is saturated with CA. Allow
the CA to fully cure before proceeding.

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 5. Once the CA has fully cured, gently pull on

the wing and aileron (and flap) to make sure the
hinges are glued securely. If not, reapply thin CA
to any hinges that are not secure. Flex the aileron
and flap through their range of motion a number
of times to break in the hinges. This will reduce the
initial load on the servo for your first flights.

 6. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 to install the remaining

aileron and flap hinges.

Aileron and Flap Servo Installation

Required Parts

Wing panel (right and left)
Transmitter Receiver
Receiver battery
Servo with hardware (4)
Hardwood block, 15mm x 13mm x 6mm (8)
2mm x 8mm self-tapping screw (16)

Required Tools and Adhesives

Phillips screwdriver: #1
Hobby knife with #11 blade
Pencil Razor saw
Thin CA 5-minute epoxy
Mixing cup Mixing stick
Drill Drill bit: 5/64-inch (2mm)
Side cutter Pin vise
Felt-tipped pen Medium grit sandpaper

When centering the flap servo, begin by setting

the throws at the transmitter to 0% for both the

up and down flap positions. This should be done

for both 2- and 3-position flap switches.

 1. Prepare the aileron and flap servos by installing

the rubber grommets and brass eyelets as shown in
the radio or servo instructions. Use the shorter side
of a JR standard horn for the two aileron servos
and the longer side for the flap servos. Center the
aileron and flap servos using the radio system. Use
side cutters to remove any arms from the horn that
may interfere with the operation of the servo. Note
that one servo is set in the opposite orientation as
shown in the photo in the following column.

 2. Use a felt-tipped pen to mark the flap and

aileron servo covers so they can be returned to
their correct locations, then remove the covers from
the wing. Set the flap cover aside. Use a pencil
to mark the centerlines for the servo output on the
cover. Position the servo on the cover so the center
of the servo horn is centered in the opening using
the lines drawn on the cover. Use a pencil to mark
the locations for the servo mounting blocks on the
servo cover.

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 3. Sand the 6mm x 13mm end of the four

hardwood blocks using medium grit sandpaper to
provide a surface for the glue to adhere to. This
will be the end glued to the plate in the following
step.

 4. Use 5-minute epoxy to glue the blocks to the

cover in alignment with the marks you made. Allow
the epoxy to fully cure before proceeding.

 5. Position the servo on the blocks. Use a

pencil to mark the block for the servo lead. Use a
razor saw to trim the block to provide clearance for
the servo lead.

 6. Position the servo between the two blocks.

With the servo resting against the servo cover, use
a pencil to mark the locations for the four servo
mounting screws on the blocks.

 7. Use a drill and 5/64-inch (2mm) drill bit to

drill the holes for the mounting screws. Use care not
to enlarge the holes any larger than the drill bit.

 8. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to thread

a servo mounting screw into each of the holes.
Remove the screw then apply 2–3 drops of thin
CA in each hole and saturate the front and rear of
the block to harden the hardwood block. This will
help keep the blocks from splitting when the servo
mounting screws are installed.

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Do not use a CA accelerator. Using an accelerator

will not allow the CA to soak into the fibers of

the wood, hardening the hardwood block.

 9. Sand the top of the blocks so they are flush

with the top of the servo. Also trim or sand the
edge of the block so that it does not interfere with
the mounting rim of the wing hole. The blocks may
be a very close fit, and may just hit the mounting
rim on the cover. This is dependant on the exact
location of the servo. Use the screws provided with
the servo and a #1 Phillips screwdriver to attach
the servo to the mounting blocks.

 10. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to thread a

2mm x 8mm self-tapping screw into each of the
servo cover mounting holes. This will cut threads
in the surrounding wood. Remove the screw then
apply 2–3 drops of thin CA in each hole to harden
the wood.

 11. Tie the end of the string around the end of the

aileron servo lead. Use the string to pull the leads
through the wing and out at the root rib as shown.

 12. Use four 2mm x 8mm self-tapping screws

and a #1 Phillips screwdriver to secure the aileron
servo cover to the wing.

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 13. Pass the flap servo lead through the same

hole in the wing root as the aileron servo. Use
four 2mm x 8mm self-tapping screws and a #1
Phillips screwdriver to secure the flap servo cover
to the wing.

 14. Repeat steps 2 through 13 for the remaining

wing panel.

Control Horn Installation

Required Parts

Wing panel (right and left)
Fiberglass control horn (4)

Required Tools and Adhesives

Felt-tipped pen 5-minute epoxy
Mixing stick Mixing cup
Low-tack tape Coarse grit sandpaper
Hobby knife with #11 blade

 1. Use low-tack tape to tape the aileron at the tip

and tape the flap to the aileron so they don’t move
during the control horn installation.

 1. Use a hobby knife and #11 blade to

remove the covering from the slot for the
aileron control horn.

 2. Check the fit of the fiberglass control horn

in the slot in the aileron. The hole in the control
horn will align with the hinge line. The horn
should fit flush in the hole. Use a felt-tipped pen to
mark the front and rear edge of the control horn
on the aileron.

 3. Apply low-tack tape around the opening

for the aileron control horn. Position the tape so
it is 1/32-inch (1mm) away from the sides of
the hole, as well as from the marks made in the
previous step.

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 4. Use coarse grit sandpaper to lightly sand

the control horns where they fit into the openings in
the flap and aileron.

 5. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 to prepare the

remaining aileron and flap control horns.

 6. Use 5-minute epoxy to glue the control horn

into the holes for the aileron. Use a square to make
sure the control horn is perpendicular to the control
surface. Double-check the hole in the control horn
to ensure it is directly over the hinge line.

 7. After around 3 minutes, before the epoxy

cures, carefully remove the tape from around the
control horns. Pull the tape away from the horn,
being careful not to disturb the position of the
control horn. This will allow the epoxy to flow out
slightly, leaving a fillet between the control horn
and control surface.

 8. Repeat Steps 6 and 7 to install the remaining

aileron and flap control horn.

Flap and Aileron Linkage Installation

Required Parts

Wing panel (right and left)
Transmitter Receiver
Receiver battery Silicone tubing
Metal clevis (8) 2mm nut (6)
Threaded rod, 2mm x 25mm (2)
Threaded rod, 2mm x 40mm (2)

Required Tools and Adhesives

Ruler Threadlock
Needle-nose pliers

Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal fasteners

to prevent them from vibrating loose.

 1. Use a hobby knife to cut four 1/4-inch (6mm)

pieces of silicone tubing. Assemble the aileron
linkage using the silicone tubing, two 2mm nuts,
two metal clevises, and a 2mm x 25mm threaded
rod. Assemble the flap linkage using the silicone
tubing, one 2mm nut, two metal clevises, and a
2mm x 25mm threaded rod. Use the length in the
photo as a starting point for the length of the rod.

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 2. Connect the aileron linkage to the hole in the

servo horn 7/16-inch (11mm) from the center of
the servo arm, and connect the flap linkage to the
hole in the servo horn 1/2-inch (13mm) from the
center of the arm.

 3. Remove the tape holding the flap and aileron in

position. Connect one clevis of the longer pushrod
to the outer hole of the aileron servo horn. The
remaining clevis connects to the aileron control
horn. Adjust the length of the linkage so the aileron
is centered when the servo is centered. Connect
one clevis of the shorter pushrod to the outer hole
of the flap servo arm and the other end to the
flap control horn. Adjust the length of the flap
linkage so when the flap servo is centered, the
flap is positioned as shown. Once the length of
the linkages has been adjusted, slide the tubing
over the forks of the clevises to keep them from
accidentally opening in flight. Use needle nose
pliers to tighten the nuts against the metal clevises.

 4. Set the switch at the transmitter to the UP flap

position. Adjust the flap system values of the
transmitter for the up position until the flap is aligned
with the aileron. This will be the UP flap position.

 5. Set the switch at the transmitter to the DOWN

flap position. Adjust the ATV at the transmitter for
the down position until the flap is 30mm below the
aileron. This will be the DOWN flap position.

Because there can be minor differences in control

horn and servo positions, do not connect the

linkage as described in steps 2 to the opposite

flap until you have checked the throws. Doing so

may cause the servo to bind in the UP position,

which could cause damage to the flap servo.

 6. Repeat steps 2 through 5 to prepare and install

the remaining flap and aileron linkages. Before
connecting the flap linkage, set the flap switch to
the UP flap position. Connect the linkage to the flap
servo and adjust its length until the flap is aligned
with the aileron. This will be the UP flap position.

You may have to fine-tune both flap linkages up

or down so they align at all three positions: up,
middle, and down. It is very important to use servo
arms positioned at the same angle on the splines of

the servo so the travel will match in all positions.

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Wing Spar Installation

Required Parts

Fuselage Carbon wing spar (2)
8-32 x 1/4-inch socket head screw (4)
Wing panel assembly (right and left)

Required Tools and Adhesives

Low-tack tape
15-minute epoxy Mixing cup
Paper towels Mixing stick
Epoxy brush Rubbing alcohol
Ruler Medium grit sandpaper
Petroleum jelly Felt-tipped pen
Ball driver: 9/64-inch

 1. Remove the radio cover and canopy from the

fuselage by lifting them up from the base, rather
than from the sides, as the magnets are strong to
hold them down during high-speed maneuvers. The
radio cover is held in place with magnets at the
front and a pin in the rear. Set the cover aside so it
doesn’t get damaged.

 2. Use a 9/64-inch ball driver to start the four

8-32 x 1/4-inch socket head bolts in the aluminum
wing sockets inside the fuselage. Only thread the
screws in a few turns at this time. Use care not to
cross-thread the screws and damage the threads in
the aluminum sockets.

 3. Locate the carbon wing spar. The spar is

symmetrical and has no top or bottom. Slide the
carbon wing spar in the spar pocket of the wing,
narrow end first. The spar will slide in easily, so
don’t force it in any further than it will slide. Use a
felt-tipped pen to mark the spar at the wing root.

 4. Remove the spar from the spar pocket. Use

medium grit sandpaper to lightly sand the spar
where it fits into the wing. Sand both the front and
back of the spar.

 5. Slide the spar into the spar pocket in the fuselage.

It will easily slide into the pocket up to the line made
in step 3. If not, the screws installed in step 2 may
be in the way and require loosening.

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 6. Check the fit of the wing on the fuselage. It must

rest tightly against the fuselage. If the spar fits into
the wing and fuselage spar pockets without any
problems, the fit should be perfect. Make sure to
guide the leads for the aileron and flap into the
fuselage so they don’t interfere with the fit.

 7. Remove the wing and spar from the fuselage.

Apply a thin coat of petroleum jelly to the fuselage
around the wing socket. This will keep you from
accidentally gluing the wing to the fuselage during
the following procedure.

Before mixing any epoxy, make sure to read through

and understand the following steps. It is important

to perform these steps before the epoxy fully cures.

 8. Mix 1/2 ounce (15mL) of 15-minute epoxy.

Apply the epoxy to the spar pocket of the wing
using a mixing stick.

 9. Use an epoxy brush to apply epoxy to the front,

back, top and bottom of the spar where it fits into
the wing.

 10. Slide the spar into the spar pocket of the wing,

making sure it is oriented correctly. Use a paper
towel and rubbing alcohol to remove any excess
epoxy from the wing and spar.

Epoxy will ooze out from the spar pocket of the

wing. If epoxy does not ooze out, not enough

epoxy was used to glue the spar into the wing.

 11. Before the epoxy cures, slide the wing into

position against the fuselage. Keep the wing tight
against the fuselage until the epoxy fully cures. You
can use a 9/64-inch ball driver to lightly tighten
the screws to secure the wing joiner in the fuselage,
and low-tack tape to hold the wing in position until
the epoxy has cured.

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 12. Once the epoxy has cured, remove the wing

panel from the fuselage. Repeat steps 3 through 11
to install the remaining wing panel to the fuselage.

 13. Once the epoxy has fully cured and both wing

panels have spars, remove any petroleum jelly
residue from the fuselage and wing using rubbing
alcohol and a paper towel.

Main Landing Gear Installation

Required Parts

Wing panel assembly (right and left)
Aluminum wheel collar with setscrew, 3.5mm (2)
Aluminum wheel spacer, 3.5mm (2)
Wheel, 1

7

/8-inch (48mm) (2)
Main landing gear strut (right and left)
3mm x 14mm countersunk self-tapping screw (8)

Required Parts (Fixed Gear Specific)

Main fixed landing gear unit (2)

Required Parts (Retract Specific)

Transmitter Receiver
Receiver battery
Servo extension, 3-inch (76mm) (2)
Main landing gear retract (2)

Required Tools and Adhesives

Drill Drill bit: 5/64-inch (2mm)
Threadlock Hex wrench: 1.5mm
Thin CA Phillips screwdriver: #1
Trim seal tool Hobby knife with #11 blade
Low-tack tape

 The installation of the retracts and fixed

gear follow the same procedure. The only
difference is the cutting of the covering and
the routing of the retract lead, which has been
highlighted in gray.

 1. Use a hobby knife with a new #11 blade to

remove the covering to access the landing gear
mounts and wheel well if using the retracts. Leave
1/32-inch (1mm) of covering around the inside
edges. Use a trim seal tool to iron down the
covering around the edges to finish the opening.

 2. Place a main landing gear block or retract

mechanism in the wing. The landing gear block
may distort the covering slightly during its
installation when installing the fixed gear. Make
sure it is resting flat on the landing gear rails.

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 3. Prepare a 5/64-inch (2mm) drill bit by wrapping

a piece of low-tack tape around the drill bit 5/8­inch (16mm) from the end of the bit. This will act as
a marker so you don’t accidentally drill through the
top of the wing. Place the drill bit in a drill.

 4. Use the drill and drill bit prepared in the

previous step to drill the four holes for the landing
gear block or retract mechanism mounting screws.

 5. Remove the landing gear block or retract

mechanism from the wing. Use a #1 Phillips
screwdriver to thread a 3mm x 14mm countersunk
self-tapping screw in each hole to cut threads into
the landing gear rails. Remove the screws after
threading the holes.

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 6. Place 2–3 drops of thin CA in each of the holes.

This will harden the threads made by the screws,
making them more secure when the landing gear
block or retract mechanism is installed.

We have designed the main gear struts to work

with both the fixed gear and the suggested

retracts. These struts are designed for the weight

and speeds of the F-4 Phantom. Use the struts

supplied with the kit for the retract assembly.

Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal fasteners

to prevent them from vibrating loose.

 7. Slide a main gear strut into the main landing

gear block or retract mechanism. Use the setscrews
and a 1.5mm hex wrench to secure the main
gear wire in the block. The setscrews will tighten
down on each of the flat areas at the top of the
strut to prevent the strut from rotating in the block.
Assemble the right and left main gear assemblies at
this time.

 A. Secure a 3-inch (76mm) servo extension to

the retract lead using string or dental floss.

 B. Tie the string to the extension. Use the string

to pull the lead through the wing and out
along-side of the aileron and flap leads. Mark
the retract lead so it can be easily identified.

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 8. Place the correct main gear assembly in position.

The axle will face to the root of the wing, and the
spring will face to the trailing edge of the wing. Use
four 3mm x 14mm countersunk self-tapping screws
and a #1 Phillips screwdriver to tighten the screws.

The end of the axles may have a slight bur

on them from the factory. If the wheel is hard

to install, use a file to remove this bur.

Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal fasteners

to prevent them from vibrating loose.

 9. Slide a 3.5mm aluminum wheel spacer on the

axle, then the wheel. A 3.5mm wheel collar is used
to secure the wheel in position by tightening the
setscrews onto the axle using a 1.5mm hex wrench.

 10. Repeat steps 2 through 9 to install the

remaining main landing gear and wheel.

Optional Main Landing Gear Doors

Required Parts

Wing assembly (right and left)
Transmitter Receiver
Receiver battery Landing gear door (2)
2mm x 8mm self-tapping screw (8)
Landing gear door block (4)

Required Tools and Adhesives

Rotary tool Sanding drum
Sanding block Medium grit sandpaper
Ruler Pencil
Pin vise Drill
Canopy glue Drill bit: 1/16-inch (1.5mm)
Thin CA Side cutter
Phillips screwdriver: #0

 The installation of the landing gear doors

are optional, and they can be installed at any
time during the life of your model.

 1. Use a hobby knife with a #11 blade to separate

the two landing gear doors.

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 2. Use a pencil to draw a centerline on the

unpainted side of the landing gear door. Draw two
lines on the door that are 1-inch (24mm) and 13/4­inch (44mm) from the top edge of the landing gear
door as the center lines for the mounting blocks.

 3. Use a pin vise and 1/16-inch (1.5mm) drill bit

to drill four holes in the landing gear door that are
5/32-inch (4mm) from the centerline along the
lines drawn in the previous step.

 4. Use a straight edge or ruler to lightly bend the

landing gear door along the center line so it will
rest tightly against the wing when the gear are
retracted. Work slowly to avoid cracking the paint
on the outside of the landing gear door.

 5. Locate the landing gear door blocks. Use a

sanding block and medium grit sandpaper to sand
an angle on the notched side, so the block will rest
flat against the angle of the landing gear door.
Prepare both blocks at this time.

 6. Rest the landing gear door block on the gear

door, centering it on the lines previously drawn.
Use a pencil to transfer the mounting holes from the
landing gear door onto the block.

 7. Use a drill and 1/16-inch (1.5mm) drill bit

to drill the two mounting holes in the landing gear
door block.

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 8. Use a sanding block and medium grit

sandpaper to round the back of the landing
gear door block. This will allow the gear to
retract into the wing and help center the gear
while it is retracting.

 9. Use a #0 Phillips screwdriver to install a

2mm x 8mm self-tapping screw in each of the
mounting holes in the landing gear door block.
Remove the screws after cutting the threads in the
blocks. Be careful not to split the blocks as you
install the screws for the first time.

 10. Place 2–3 drops of thin CA in each of the

mounting holes. This will harden the threads made
by the screws, making them more secure when the
landing gear door is installed.

 11. Repeat steps 7 through 10 to prepare the

second landing gear door mounting block.

 12. Attach the landing gear door to the strut using

four 2mm x 8mm self-tapping screws and a #0
Phillips screwdriver.

Work slowly when using a sanding drum on the

screws. The screws will heat up while sanding,

which could melt the landing gear door.

 13. Use side cutters and a rotary tool with a

sanding drum to smooth the ends of the screws
against the inside of the blocks. If this is not done,
the screws could catch on the edges of the retract
opening and cause the gear to not retract correctly.

 14. Slide the landing gear door so the top block

is resting against the coil of the landing gear strut.
Apply a thin bead of canopy glue along the front
and back of the strut against the landing gear
door. Rotate the door a few times to work the glue
behind the strut.

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 15. Retract the landing gear using the radio

system. This will set the correct angle for the
landing gear door against the wing. Allow the glue
to cure overnight before moving the gear back to
the down position.

 16. Repeat steps 2 through 15 to install the second

landing gear door.

Rudder and Elevator Servo Installation

Required Parts

Fuselage assembly Transmitter
Receiver Receiver battery
Hardwood block, 15mm x 13mm x 6mm (4)
Servo with hardware (rudder and elevator)

Required Tools and Adhesives

Phillips screwdriver: #1
Pencil Razor saw
Thin CA 5-minute epoxy
Mixing cup Mixing stick
Drill Drill bit: 5/64-inch (2mm)
Medium grit sandpaper

 1. Use a pencil to mark the servo mounting plate in

the fuselage for the servo locations.

 2. Prepare the elevator servo using the grommets

and eyelets included with the servo. Position the
servo so the bottom of the mounting tabs are
aligned with the line drawn on the plate. The servo
output will align with the line that is 13/8-inch
(36mm) from the rear of the plate. Use a pencil to
mark the plate for the sides of the servo.

 3. Prepare and epoxy the servo mounting

blocks as shown in the section “Aileron and
Flap Servo Installation.” Allow the epoxy to
fully cure before proceeding.

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 4. Mount the elevator servo as shown in the section

“Aileron and Flap Servo Installation.” Make sure
to center the elevator servo and prepare the servo
horn before installing the servo. The elevator and
rudder servo will use a short side of a standard JR
4-way horn. Make sure to trim the servo mounting
block to allow fitting of the servo lead as shown in
the aileron and flap servo mounting section.

 5. Repeat steps 2 through 4 to install the rudder

servo. Make sure the output of the rudder servo is
aligned with the mark that is 15/32-inch (12mm)
from the front of the plate when marking for the
servo mounting blocks.

Rudder Installation

Required Parts

Fuselage assembly Transmitter
Receiver Receiver battery
Pin hinge (2) Rudder
Rudder torque rod Torque rod end
Metal clevis (2) Silicone tubing
2mm nut (2)
2mm x 360mm pushrod with 295mm carbon tubing

Required Tools and Adhesives

Side cutters Petroleum jelly
5-minute epoxy Toothpick
Mixing cup Mixing stick
Rubbing alcohol Paper towel
Low-tack tape Thin CA
Needle nose pliers Threadlock
Hobby knife with #11 blade
Medium grit sandpaper

 1. Use side cutters to trim one end of each of

the hinges to the length shown. The 11/16-inch
(17mm) hinge is used at the top of the rudder.

Dipping the hinge knuckles in heated petroleum

jelly (in a liquid state) is easier than trying to

apply it with a toothpick in the gel state.

 2. Apply a small amount of petroleum jelly to the

knuckle of the hinge to prevent epoxy from entering
the hinge.

 3. Check the fit of the hinge. The pin will align with

the hinge line of the rudder. Position the hinge so it
will move perpendicular to the rudder.

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 4. Check the fit of the torque rod. It must fit flush

with the leading edge of the rudder. Make sure that
the threaded end of the torque rod is on the outside
of the rudder.

 5. Remove the torque rod and use medium grit

sandpaper to lightly sand the torque rod where it
comes in contact with the rudder.

 6. Mix a small amount of 5-minute epoxy. Apply

the epoxy in the holes for the hinges and torque
rod. Fit the hinges and torque rod to the rudder.
Use a paper towel and rubbing alcohol to remove
any excess epoxy before it can cure.

 7. Once the epoxy has fully cured, thread the

torque rod end on the rudder torque rod so it is
flush with the end of the rod.

 8. Center the carbon tube on the pushrod and

apply thin CA to the pushrod and carbon tube
to glue them together. Allow the CA to wick in
between the two for a secure bond.

 9. Cut a piece of silicone tubing and slide it onto the

clevis. Thread a 2mm nut on the pushrod, then the
clevis to the pushrod. Prepare both ends of the pushrod
at this time. Make sure to use threadlock on the clevis
and nut to prevent them from vibrating loose.

 10. Attach the clevis to the torque rod. Slide the

silicone tubing over the clevis.

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 11. Fit the rudder to the fin while guiding the

pushrod into the fuselage. With the rudder tight
against the fin, check the length of the pushrod.
Adjust the pushrod length so it is close to aligning
with the rudder servo horn. Once adjusted, remove
the rudder and use needle nose pliers to tighten the
nut against the clevis at the rudder. Adjusting the
clevis at the rudder will be difficult once the rudder
has been hinged to the fin.

 12. With the rudder removed, mix a small amount

of 5-minute epoxy. Apply the epoxy to the hinges
and in the holes in the fin. Position the rudder and
use low-tack tape to hold it while the epoxy cures.

Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal fasteners

to prevent them from vibrating loose.

 13. Once the epoxy has cured, remove the tape

from the rudder. Use the radio to center the
rudder servo. Attach the clevis to the servo horn
on the inner hole and adjust the length of the
pushrod so the rudder is centered. Tighten the
2mm nut against the clevis, then slide the silicone
tubing over the clevis.

Elevator Installation

Required Parts

Fuselage assembly Transmitter
Receiver Receiver battery
Metal clevis (2) 2mm nut (2)
Silicone tubing 3mm x 6mm socket head screw
Tail cone Clear tape
3mm x 12mm socket head screw (4)
2mm x 290mm pushrod with 225mm carbon tube

Required Tools and Adhesives

Thin CA Ruler
Threadlock Hex wrench: 2.5mm

Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal fasteners

to prevent them from vibrating loose.

 1. Secure the elevator control arm to the joiner

wire using a 3mm x 6mm socket head screw and a

2.5mm hex wrench. Make sure the arm is centered
between the collars and the screw is tightened on
the flat area of the elevator torque rod.

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Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal fasteners

to prevent them from vibrating loose.

 2. Secure the elevator mounting brackets to the

fuselage using four 3mm x 12mm socket head
screws and a 2.5mm hex wrench.

 3. Center the carbon tube on the pushrod and

apply thin CA to the pushrod and carbon tube
to glue them together. Allow the CA to wick in
between the two for a secure bond.

 4. Cut a piece of silicone tubing and slide it onto the

clevis. Thread a 2mm nut on the pushrod, then the
clevis to the pushrod. Prepare both ends of the pushrod
at this time. Make sure to use threadlock on the clevis
and nut to prevent them from vibrating loose.

 5. Attach the clevis to the outer hole of the elevator

control arm.

 6. Connect the clevis to the outer hole of the

elevator servo horn. Make sure to use threadlock
on the clevis and nut to prevent them from
vibrating loose.

 7. With the radio on and the elevator servo

centered, adjust the length of the pushrod so the
distance from the tip of the elevator and the line
projected from the fuselage shown in the photo
below measures 9/16-inch (14mm). Use the hatch
line for a reference to project the reference line to
measure from.

 8. Once the elevator position has been set, slide

the silicone keepers onto both clevises to keep the
clevises from opening accidentally.

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 9. Check the operation of the elevator using the

radio system. You may need to change the servo
reversing at the transmitter depending on the radio
system and servos used to achieve the correct
direction of throw.

 10. Use the tape included with the model to attach

the tail cone to the fuselage.

Fan Installation

Required Parts

Fan assembly Fuselage assembly
3mm x 10mm self-tapping screw (4)

Required Tools and Adhesives

Thin CA Phillips screwdriver: #1
Flexible tape Pin vise
Pencil Felt-tipped pen
Ruler Hobby scissors
Drill bit: 5/64-inch (2mm)

 The fan used in our instruction model

was a pre-production unit and did not have

a label. The location of the label is called

out as a reference for production units.

 1. Locate the fan unit. View the fan unit and use the

drawing provided to determine the top and bottom
of the fan.

Fan bottom

Fan centerline

Mounting lug

Label

Mounting lug

 2. Follow the instructions included with the fan unit

to prepare it for installation in your model.

 3. Fit the fan housing into the fuselage. Slide the

fan forward to make sure it is fully inserted into
the intake.

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 4. Use a pin vise and 5/64-inch (2mm) drill bit

to drill the four holes for the fan mounting screws.
Make sure to drill the holes against the tabs of the
housing so the fan does not slide forward or aft in
the fuselage.

You can also mount the pin vise in a drill
so it can reach down inside the fuselage,
saving some time when drilling the holes.

 5. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to thread a 3mm

x 10mm self-tapping screw into each of the four
holes for mounting the fan unit.

 6. Remove the screws and place 2–3 drops of

thin CA in each hole to harden the surrounding
wood. This hardens the wood, making the screws
more secure.

 7. Secure the fan unit to the fuselage using four

3mm x 10mm self-tapping screws. Tighten the
screws using a #1 Phillips screwdriver.

 8. Use hobby scissors to trim the fan cover. Make

sure to make an opening in the top for the fan
fairing as well.

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 9. Cut a notch at the front of the cover to fit over the

fan mounting lugs.

 10. Fit the cover to the fan, trimming as necessary

to fit the cover tightly over the fan and exhaust tube.
Use flexible tape to secure the cover to the fan and
exhaust tube. Make sure to tape over any areas that
would allow air to pass between the airflow of the
propulsion system and the inside of the fuselage.

Nose Gear Installation

Required Parts

Fuselage assembly Transmitter
Receiver Receiver battery
Silicone tubing Metal clevis (2)
2mm nut (2) Threaded rod, 2mm x 40mm
Servo with hardware
3mm x 8mm socket head screw (4)
Aluminum wheel collar with setscrew, 3.5mm
Aluminum wheel spacer, 3.5mm
Wheel, 1

5

/16-inch (33mm)
Dual wheel axle adapter set

Required Parts (Fixed Gear Specific)

Fixed nose gear assembly

Required Parts (Retract Specific)

Nose gear retract assembly
Nose gear strut

Required Tools and Adhesives

Side cutter Hobby knife with #11 blade
Clear tape Threadlock
Pin vise Drill bit: 1/16-inch (1.5mm)
Pencil Hex wrench: 1.5mm, 2.5mm
Flat file Phillips screwdriver: #1

The installation of the retracts and fixed

gear follow the same procedure. The only
difference is the installation of the nose gear
strut, which has been highlighted in gray.

 1. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to remove the four

2mm x 8mm self-tapping screws that secure the
nose gear cover to the fuselage. Set the cover and
screws aside until later in the section of the manual.

 2. Place the grommets and brass eyelets into the

servo mounting tabs. Note the positioning of the
brass eyelets, as the servo will be mounted to the
top of the plate in the fuselage.

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 3. Place the servo in the opening with the

servo output facing the rear of the fuselage.
Use a pencil to mark the locations for the servo
mounting screws.

 4. Use a pin vise and 1/16-inch (1.5mm) drill bit

to drill the holes for the servo mounting screws.

 5. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to thread a servo

mounting screw into the mounting holes for the
steering servo. Remove the screw after cutting the
threads in the plywood.

 6. Place 2–3 drops of thin CA in each of the holes.

This will harden the threads made by the screws
making them more secure when the steering servo
is installed.

 7. Center the steering servo using the radio system.

The steering servo will use the short side of a
standard JR 4-way horn. Use side cutters to remove
any arms from the horn that may interfere with the
operation of the servo. Secure the horn to the servo
using a #1 Phillips screwdriver and the servo from
the servo.

 8. The steering linkage will be connected to the

hole in the servo that is 7/16-inch (11mm) from the
center of the arm as illustrated in the photo above.

 9. Install the steering servo in from the top of the

fuselage using the hardware provided with the
servo and a #1 Phillips screwdriver. The servo
output faces the rear of the fuselage.

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We have designed the nose gear strut to work

with both the fixed gear and the suggested

retracts. These struts are designed for the weight

and speeds of the F-4 Phantom. Use the struts

supplied with the kit for the retract assembly.

 A. Use the radio system to move the nose gear

retract to the UP position. Use a 1.5mm hex
wrench to loosen the screw on the steering
arm and wheel collar to remove the strut from
the mechanism.

 B. Use a 1.5mm hex wrench to secure the

steering arm by tightening the setscrew on the
lower flat of the nose gear strut. Make sure
the arm is positioned as shown in the photo.
Install the supplied nose gear strut in the retract
mechanism and tighten the setscrews using a

1.5mm hex wrench. The setscrews should align
with the flat spots on the nose gear leg.

 10. Use a hobby knife with a #11 blade to trim a

1/4-inch (6mm) section of the silicone tubing.

Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal fasteners

to prevent them from vibrating loose.

 11. Slide the piece of silicone tubing on one of the

metal clevises. Assemble the steering linkage by
threading a 2mm nut and metal clevis on either
end of the 2mm x 40mm threaded rod as shown.
Thread the clevis without the tubing so the threads
are barely visible between the forks of the clevis.
Adjust the linkage so it is 25/8-inches (67mm) in
length. Use pliers to tighten the nut against the
clevis to keep the clevis from moving.

 12. Connect the clevis without the tubing to the

steering arm of the nose gear assembly.

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 13. Use a flat file to make two flat areas on the

nose gear axle that are 1/4-inch (6mm) wide.

Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal fasteners

to prevent them from vibrating loose.

 14. Position the axle on the nose gear so it is

33/16-inches (81mm) from the bottom of the
steering arm to the centerline of the axle. Use
a 1.5mm hex wrench to tighten the setscrews,
securing the axle to the nose gear.

The end of the axles may have a slight bur

on them from the factory. If the wheel is hard

to install use a file to remove this bur.

 15. Attach the wheels to the axle using two wheel

collars. Use a 1.5mm hex wrench to tighten the
setscrews securing the wheel collars to the axle.

Cut a 1/2-inch (13mm) piece of silicone

tubing and slide it on a 2.5mm hex wrench.

The 3mm screw can then be placed in the

tubing and against the hex wrench so it can be

easily installed to secure the landing gear.

Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal fasteners

to prevent them from vibrating loose.

 16. Secure the nose gear assembly in the fuselage

using four 3mm x 8mm socket head screws.
Connect the linkage to the steering servo horn
and check that the steering is centered when the
steering servo is centered. Once the linkage is set,
tighten the 2mm nut against the clevis using pliers
so the clevis doesn’t vibrate loose. Slide the silicone
over the forks of the clevis and install the screw
to secure the servo horn to the servo using a #1
Phillips screwdriver.

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 17. Attach the nose gear cover to the fuselage

using a #1 Phillips screwdriver and the four 2mm x
8mm self-tapping screws removed in step 1.

 18. Cycle the retract unit to make sure the nose

gear strut and tires clear the gear door openings.
Some slight trimming may be required.

Add clear tape to both sides of the nose gear

door to help secure it to the fuselage.

Receiver and Speed Control Installation

Required Parts

Fuselage assembly Harness from retract assembly
18-inch (457mm) servo extension (retracts)
9-inch (228mm) servo extension
Steering Y-harness when using the same channel for

both steering and rudder
Hook and loop tape
Y-harness (flaps)
Y-harness (optional for ailerons if not using separate

channels)

Required Tools and Adhesives

Scissors String
Two-sided tape Tie-wraps

8-CHANNEL RECEIVER ASSIGNMENTS FOR DX8 USING
SEPARATE CHANNELS FOR AILERONS AND NOSE
GEAR STEERING:

Throttle Speed Control
Aileron Right Aileron
Elevator Elevator
Rudder Rudder
Gear Flaps (requires Y-harness)
Aux 1 Left Aileron
Aux 2 Nose Gear Steering
Aux 3 Retracts

Programs for the F-4 Phantom using the DX8 are

available for download on the Spektum website.

 1. Use scissors to cut a piece of hook and loop

tape and apply it to the back of the speed control.

 2. Use the hook and loop tape to attach the speed

control to the top of the fan. Route the leads for
the speed control forward in the fuselage. Use
two-sided tape to secure the switch where it can be
accessed when the canopy is removed.

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 3. Connect the leads from the motor and speed

control. Use tie-wraps (not included) to secure
the wiring so it is not moving around inside the
fuselage.

 4. Use scissors to cut a small piece of hook and

loop tape. Use the tape to secure the receiver in
the fuselage. Plug the leads for the servos into
the receiver as outlined earlier in this section of
the manual.

 5. Use scissors to cut a small piece of hook and

loop tape. Use the tape to secure the remote
receiver in the fuselage.

 6. Attach a 18-inch (457mm) servo extension to the

nose gear retract and route it back to the Y-harness
for the retracts. The nose gear steering can either
be connected directly to the receiver using a 9-inch
(228mm) extension, or by a 6-inch Y-harness
plugged into the rudder channel of the receiver
with a 9-inch (228mm) extension. Make sure to use
a string or dental floss on all connections to keep
them from unplugging. Secure the leads inside the
fuselage using clear tape.

Motor Battery Installation

Required Parts

Fuselage assembly Hook and loop tape
Motor battery Hook and loop strap

Required Tools and Adhesives

Scissors

 1. Apply the hook and loop tape to the bottom of the

battery. This will keep the battery from sliding in the
fuselage, which could change the center of gravity.

 2. Apply the mating hook and loop tape to the

battery tray in the fuselage.

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 3. Secure the battery in the fuselage using the hook

and loop strap. Make sure the strap is not pinching
any of the servo leads on the bottom side of the
battery tray.

Canopy Assembly

Required Parts

Canopy Cockpit interior
Pilot (optional) (PKZ4414) (2)

Required Tools and Adhesives

Hobby scissors Clear tape
Silicone adhesive

 1. Locate the cockpit interior and use hobby

scissors to trim the interior along the inscribed line.
Trim the interior a little outside the line so it can be
trimmed to fit to the canopy.

 2. Use hobby scissors to trim the height of the pilots

so they are 11/4-inches (31mm) in height.

 3. Use silicone adhesive to glue the pilots to the

cockpit interior.

You can add more detail to the F-4 Phantom

32 cockpit by painting parts of the cockpit with

different colors so it looks more realistic.

 4. Place the interior in the canopy. It may be

necessary to bend the interior slightly to fit past the
canopy frame.

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 5. Use clear tape to secure the interior inside

the canopy.

Decal Placement

Required Parts

Decal sheet Assembled airframe

Required Tools and Adhesives

Hobby scissors Hobby knife with #11 blade

 1. Your F-4 already comes with the majority of decals

applied, but also includes an extra set of decal
nomenclature. Apply the decals to your model using
the photos located in this section of the manual, the
box art from your model and on Page 43.

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Center of Gravity

Required Parts

Assembled airframe

Required Tools and Adhesives

Balancing stand Felt-tipped pen

CAUTION: Do not inadvertently skip this step or

property damage and injury could occur.

When balancing your model, adjust the motor battery
as necessary so the model is level or slightly nose
down. This is the correct balance point for your model.
You should find the CG to be very close with the
battery installed as shown in this manual. Mark the
location of the battery on the battery tray using a felt­tipped pen so it can be returned to this position, if it is
removed from your model.

After the first flights, the CG position can be adjusted
for your personal preference.

 1. Attach the wings to the fuselage following the

procedure outlined earlier in this manual.

 2. The recommended Center of Gravity (CG)

location for your model is 511/16 to 61/8-inches
(145 to 155mm) back from the leading edge of the
wing at the root as shown with the battery pack
installed. Mark the location of the CG on the top of
the wing with a felt-tipped pen.

 3. When balancing your model, support the plane

upright at the marks made on the bottom of the
wing with your fingers or a commercially available
balancing stand. This is the correct balance
point for your model. Make sure your model is
assembled and ready for flight before balancing.

If you have installed retracts, balance

your model with the gear down.

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Control Throws

 1. Turn on the transmitter and receiver of your

model. Check the movement of the rudder using
the transmitter. When the stick is moved right,
the rudder should also move right. Reverse the
direction of the servo at the transmitter if necessary.

 2. Check the movement of the elevator with the

radio system. Moving the elevator stick toward
the bottom of the transmitter makes the airplane
elevator move up.

 3. Check the movement of the ailerons with the

radio system. Moving the aileron stick right makes
the right aileron move up and the left aileron
move down.

 4. Use a ruler to adjust the throw of the elevator,

ailerons and rudder. Adjust the position of
the pushrod at the control horn to achieve the
following measurements when moving the sticks to
their endpoints.

IMPORTANT: Use caution with high rates on
the elevator and ailerons. High rates are only
used for snap and spin aerobatic maneuvers.
Middle rates are suggested for takeoff
and landings. Low rates are suggested for
standard flight maneuvers. If your radio only
has the option for two rates, use the middle
and low rates.

Ailerons

Up
High 11mm Expo 10%
Mid 9mm Expo 8%
Low 7mm Expo 5%

Down
High 9mm Expo 10%
Mid 7mm Expo 8%
Low 6mm Expo 5%

Elevator

Up and down
High 26mm Expo 10% (up/down)
Mid 21mm Expo 5% (up/down)
Low 16mm Expo 0% (up/down)

Rudder

Left and right
High 22mm Expo 10% (left and right)
Mid 18mm Expo 5% (left and right)
Low 15mm Expo 0% (left and right)

Flaps

Mid/Take Off 11mm down
Full/Landing 30mm down

Flap Elev Mix

Mid/Take Off 1 mm up elevator
Full/Landing 2 mm up elevator

Nose Gear Steering

High rate mix 50%
Low rate Mix 30%

The F-4 Phantom does not always require full flaps for

landing. We recommend using full flaps for landings

in no wind or light headwind situations. Use half flaps

for landings in strong headwinds or crosswinds.

Measurements are taken at the inner or

widest point on the control surface.

These are general guidelines measured from our own
flight tests. You can experiment with higher rates to
match your preferred style of flying.

Travel Adjust and Sub-Trims are not listed

and should be adjusted according to each

individual model and preference.

NOTICE: Always re-binding the radio system

once all the control throws are set. This will

keep the servos from moving to their endpoints

until the transmitter and receiver connect.

Preflight

Check Your Radio

Before going to the field, make sure your batteries
are fully charged per the instructions included with
your radio. Charge the transmitter and motor battery
for your airplane. Use the recommended charger
supplied with your particular radio system, following
the instructions provided with the radio. In most
cases, the radio should be charged the night before
going out flying.

Before each flying session, be sure to range check your
radio. See your radio manual for the recommended
range and instructions for your radio system. Each
radio manufacturer specifies different procedures for
their radio systems. Next, run the motor. With the
model securely anchored, check the range again. The
range test should not be significantly affected. If it
is, do not attempt to fly! Have your radio equipment
checked out by the manufacturer.

Double-check that all controls (aileron, elevator, rudder
and throttle) move in the correct direction.

Check the radio installation and make sure all the
control surfaces are moving correctly (i.e., the correct
direction and with the recommended throws).

Check all the control horns, servo horns, and clevises
to make sure they are secure and in good condition.

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Range Test Your Radio

Before each flying session, and especially with a new
model, it is important to perform a range check. It
is helpful to have another person available to assist
during the range check. If you are using a Spektrum™
transmitter, please refer to your transmitter’s manual for
detailed instructions on the range check process.

 1. With the model resting on the ground, stand 30

paces (approximately 90 feet) away from the model.

 2. Face the model with the transmitter in your

normal flying position. Be sure the throttle is in the
full down position and plug the flight battery into
the speed control.

 3. As you move the controls, watch to be sure the

airplane’s motor and controls operate smoothly.
You should have total control of the model at 30
paces (90 feet).

 4. If control issues exist, call the appropriate

Horizon Product Support office (see addresses
listed in the Warranty Services section of this
manual) or go to horizonhobby.com to find a local
Spektrum distributor in your country for service
when using a Spektrum radio system.

Flying Your Model

Now that you have finished your F-4 Phantom 32
and it’s ready to go, make one final check on a few
things first. Is the main battery fully charged? Is the
transmitter fully charged? Are the dual rates and travel
adjustments set for the first flight? The F-4 Phantom
32 is very responsive and it is highly recommended
that you take off with high rate, then switch to low
rate right after takeoff. Check that the center of gravity
has been verified and the timer has been set. We
recommend that the timer be set for 3 minutes on the
first flight. 3 minutes of flight will give you a good
safety margin for a few landing approaches. The F-4
Phantom 32 will consistently give you 4+ minutes of
high-speed flight. If you use power management, 6+
minutes is easily achieved.

Only fly this airplane at a sanctioned flying field, as
it is not a parkflyer. Turn on the transmitter, plug in
the flight battery, and turn on the switch for the radio.
Check all control surfaces and basic motor operation.
Check the motor at full throttle. Pick the model up and
cycle the retracts. If everything is working properly, you
are ready for flight.

Taxi the model onto the runway. Make a few taxi tests
and get the nose gear steering adjusted so the model
rolls straight down the runway. For your first flight
leave, the flaps up on takeoff until you are familiar
with its flying characteristics. Set the dual rates to the
high position. If you have set the rudder and steering
separately, you can also set the nose gear for a lower
rate that is not linked to the control surface rates and
can allow for a much smoother takeoff.

Takeoff

While applying power, slowly steer with the rudder to
keep the model straight. The airplane should accelerate
quickly, and as the model gains flight speed, you will
want to rotate when you feel comfortable. Generally,
very slight back pressure on the elevator will allow
the airplane to rotate smoothly at a comfortable, safe
airspeed. The F-4 Phantom 32 will climb out at a nice
angle of attack.

Trimming and Flight Characteristics

After takeoff, gain some altitude, retract the landing
gear and switch to low rates. Climb to a safe altitude
and begin to trim the model. Once you have the model
trimmed, you will want to get an idea of the flight
quality with the flaps down and the model slowed
down. Slow the model down to a little below half
power and drop the flaps to the middle position. Check
the trim again and also note if the model needs any
up or down elevator compensation. At this time, you
may also need to come back up on the power a little.
Now try full flaps and note any other trim changes.
The F-4 Phantom 32 will fly very nicely with full flaps
and is very predictable in this configuration. Drop the
landing gear and switch back to high rate to check
the trim once again in landing configuration. Once
you are happy with this, retract the gear, pull the flaps
up, and switch back to low rate and start to enjoy the
performance of the F-4 Phantom 32. You will find the
model tracks very well through all aspects of flight.
From high-speed passes, inverted flight, loops, and
rolls, you will be flying like a true “jet jock” in no time.
Get a feel for all rate settings. High rates are used
mainly for takeoff and landings and low rates are for
normal and precision flight.

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Landing

Remember to keep an eye on the radio timer. After
3 minutes on the first flight it’s time to drop the flaps,
retracts, switch to high rates and start shooting a
few approaches with the F-4 Phantom 32. If you are
landing in higher winds or cross winds use half flaps
instead of full flaps as the airplane has a lot of drag.
Adjust power to slow the plane down but keep flying
speed. Don’t be alarmed if you are flying at a much
higher throttle setting than you are used to, ensure
that you give the airplane what it needs to maintain
enough airspeed to fly. As you roll onto final approach
manage the power and begin to pull the nose up. The
F-4 Phantom 32 has a very nice approach and decent
rate. You will find that with the nose slightly high you
can control the final approach descent with power
management. The key to a great landing is to manage
the power and elevator all the way to the ground and
set down lightly on the main landing gear. After a few
flights you will find the F-4 Phantom 32 can be set
down lightly on the mains till it slows and gently settles
the nose. We hope you enjoy flying the E-flite F-4
Phantom 32

Happy Landings!

Daily Flight Checks

 1. Check the battery voltage of the transmitter

battery. Do not fly below the manufacturer’s
recommended voltage. To do so may cause your
aircraft to crash.

When you check these batteries, ensure you have the

polarities correct on your expanded scale voltmeter.

 2. Check all hardware (linkages, screws, nuts,

and bolts) prior to each day’s flight. Be sure that
binding does not occur and that all parts are
properly secured.

 3. Ensure all surfaces are moving in the

proper manner.

 4. Perform a ground range check before each

day’s flying session.

 5. Prior to starting your aircraft, turn off your

transmitter, then turn it back on. Do this each time
you start your aircraft. If any critical switches are
on without your knowledge, the transmitter alarm
will sound a warning.

 6. Check that all trim levers are in the

proper location.

 7. All servo pigtails and switch harness plugs

should be secured in the receiver. Make sure the
switch harness moves freely in both directions.

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Academy of Model Aeronautics

National Model Aircraft Safety Code

Effective January 1, 2011

A. GENERAL

A model aircraft is a non-human-carrying aircraft
capable of sustained flight in the atmosphere. It may
not exceed limitations of this code and is intended
exclusively for sport, recreation and/or competition.
All model flights must be conducted in accordance with
this safety code and any additional rules specific to the
flying site.

1. Model aircraft will not be flown:
(a) In a careless or reckless manner.
(b) At a location where model aircraft activities are

prohibited.

2. Model aircraft pilots will:
(a) Yield the right of way to all man carrying aircraft.
b) See and avoid all aircraft and a spotter must be

used when appropriate. (AMA Document #540-D-See
and Avoid Guidance.)

(c) Not fly higher than approximately 400 feet above
ground level within three (3) miles of an airport,
without notifying the airport operator.

(d) Not interfere with operations and traffic patterns at
any airport, heliport or seaplane base except where
there is a mixed use agreement.

(e) Not exceed a takeoff weight, including fuel, of
55 pounds unless in compliance with the AMA Large
Model Aircraft program. (AMA Document 520-A)

(f) Ensure the aircraft is identified with the name and
address or AMA number of the owner on the inside or
affixed to the outside of the model aircraft. (This does
not apply to model aircraft flown indoors).

(g) Not operate aircraft with metal-blade propellers or
with gaseous boosts except for helicopters operated
under the provisions of AMA Document #555.

(h) Not operate model aircraft while under the
influence of alcohol or while using any drug which
could adversely affect the pilot’s ability to safely
control the model.

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(i) Not operate model aircraft carrying pyrotechnic
devices which explode or burn, or any device which
propels a projectile or drops any object that creates a
hazard to persons or property.

Exceptions:

•FreeFlightfusesordevicesthatburnproducingsmoke

and are securely attached to the model aircraft during
flight.

•Rocketmotors(usingsolidpropellant)uptoaG-series

size may be used provided they remain attached to
the model during flight. Model rockets may be flown in
accordance with the National Model Rocketry Safety
Code but may not be launched from model aircraft.

•OfficiallydesignatedAMAAirShowTeams(AST)are

authorized to use devices and practices as defined
within the Team AMA Program Document (AMA
Document #718).

(j) Not operate a turbine-powered aircraft, unless in
compliance with the AMA turbine regulations. (AMA
Document #510-A).

3. Model aircraft will not be flown in AMA sanctioned
events, air shows or model demonstrations unless:

(a) The aircraft, control system and pilot skills have
successfully demonstrated all maneuvers intended or
anticipated prior to the specific event.

(b) An inexperienced pilot is assisted by an
experienced pilot.

4. When and where required by rule, helmets must be
properly worn and fastened. They must be OSHA,
DOT, ANSI, SNELL or NOCSAE approved or comply
with comparable standards.

B. RADIO CONTROL (RC)

1. All pilots shall avoid flying directly over unprotected
people, vessels, vehicles or structures and shall avoid
endangerment of life and property of others.

2. A successful radio equipment ground-range check
in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations
will be completed before the first flight of a new or
repaired model aircraft.

3. At all flying sites a safety line(s) must be established in
front of which all flying takes place (AMA Document
#706-Recommended Field Layout):

(a) Only personnel associated with flying the model
aircraft are allowed at or in front of the safety line.

(b) At air shows or demonstrations, a straight safety
line must be established.

(c) An area away from the safety line must be
maintained for spectators.

(d) Intentional flying behind the safety line is
prohibited.

4. RC model aircraft must use the radio-control
frequencies currently allowed by the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC). Only individuals
properly licensed by the FCC are authorized to
operate equipment on Amateur Band frequencies.

5. RC model aircraft will not operate within three
(3) miles of any pre-existing flying site without a
frequency-management agreement (AMA Documents
#922- Testing for RF Interference; #923- Frequency
Management Agreement)

6. With the exception of events flown under official
AMA Competition Regulations, excluding takeoff and
landing, no powered model may be flown outdoors
closer than 25 feet to any individual, except for the
pilot and the pilot’s helper(s) located at the flight line.

7. Under no circumstances may a pilot or other person
touch a model aircraft in flight while it is still under
power, except to divert it from striking an individual.
This does not apply to model aircraft flown indoors.

8. RC night flying requires a lighting system providing
the pilot with a clear view of the model’s attitude and
orientation at all times.

9. The pilot of a RC model aircraft shall:

(a) Maintain control during the entire flight,
maintaining visual contact without enhancement other
than by corrective lenses prescribed for the pilot.

(b) Fly using the assistance of a camera or First-Person
View (FPV) only in accordance with the procedures
outlined in AMA Document #550.

C. FREE FLIGHT

1. Must be at least 100 feet downwind of spectators
and automobile parking when the model aircraft is
launched.

2. Launch area must be clear of all individuals except
mechanics, officials, and other fliers.

3. An effective device will be used to extinguish any fuse
on the model aircraft after the fuse has completed its
function.

D. CONTROL LINE

1. The complete control system (including the safety
thong where applicable) must have an inspection and
pull test prior to flying.

2. The pull test will be in accordance with the current
Competition Regulations for the applicable model
aircraft category.

3. Model aircraft not fitting a specific category shall use
those pull-test requirements as indicated for Control
Line Precision Aerobatics.

4. The flying area must be clear of all utility wires or
poles and a model aircraft will not be flown closer
than 50 feet to any above-ground electric utility lines.

5. The flying area must be clear of all nonessential
participants and spectators before the engine is
started.

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43E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual

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