E-flite Hawker Sea Fury 400 ARF User Manual
Hawker Sea Fury 400 ARF
Assembly Manual
Specifications
Wingspan: 36.8 in (935mm)
Length: 33.3 in (845mm)
Wing Area: 267.8 sq in (17.4 sq dm)
Weight w/ Battery: 25–30 oz (710–850 kg)
Weight w/o Battery: 20–25 oz (565–710 kg)
Table of Contents
Introduction
Specifications ...................................................................... 1
Introduction ......................................................................... 2
Using the Manual ................................................................ 3
Contents of Kit/Parts Layout ................................................. 3
Required Radio Equipment ................................................... 3
Important Information About Motor Selection ........................ 4
Sport Brushless Outrunner Setup .......................................... 4
High Power Brushless Outrunner Setup ................................. 4
Optional Accessories ........................................................... 4
Required Tools and Adhesives .............................................. 4
Notes Regarding Servos and ESC ........................................ 5
Note on Lithium Polymer Batteries ........................................ 5
Warning ............................................................................. 5
Warranty Information .......................................................... 5
Safety, Precautions, and Warnings ....................................... 7
Fixed Gear Installation .........................................................8
Retract Installation ............................................................... 9
Aileron Servo Installation ................................................... 12
Main Wheel Installation ..................................................... 16
Motor and Cowling Installation .......................................... 17
Radio Installation - Fuselage .............................................. 23
Tail Gear Installation - Fixed Rudder ................................... 24
Optional Operable Rudder ................................................ 25
Stabilizer/Elevator Installation ............................................ 29
Final Assembly .................................................................. 33
Control Throws .................................................................. 36
Center of Gravity .............................................................. 37
Range Test Your Radio ....................................................... 37
Instructions for Disposal of WEEE by
Users in the European Union ................................... 37
Preflight ............................................................................ 38
Flying Your Hawker Sea Fury ARF ...................................... 38
2008 Official AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code ... 39
The Hawker Sea Fury was a British fighter aircraft developed
by Hawker for the Royal Navy during the Second World War.
The Sea Fury was designed as a single piston engine, propeller
driven fighter for aircraft carrier take-offs and landings. It is
known for being one of the fastest single piston engine aircraft
ever built and while it arrived too late for service during
WWII, it did serve admirably during the Korean War. The
well known historical event for the Hawker Sea Fury was on
August 9, 1952, when Lieutenant Peter "Hoagy" Carmichael
of the Royal Navy shot down a MiG-15 jet-powered fighter
in combat. This was one of very few piston-engine powered
fighters to successfully engage a turbine-powered adversary.
E-flite has produced the Hawker Sea Fury 400 ARF as an EPS
injection-molded foam model to offer lightweight, durable and
easily repairable construction. The scale detail is complete
with accurately molded panel lines and a factory painted and
installed cockpit, pilot figure and canopy. For additional scale
detail, optional factory finished rockets and retractable landing
gear can also be installed. This 400-sized aircraft boasts factory
installed spars, hinges, and control horns. You have the option
to select between the included fixed landing gear or retractable
landing gear. All of the parts are included for either of the
landing gear options.
The E-flite Hawker Sea Fury has an elliptical shaped wing that
offers gentle flight characteristics not typically found in this class
of model. The bolt-on wing is easily removed for transportability
and access to on-board electronics. Other electronics are easily
accessible through the magnetic battery hatch. The Sea Fury has
lightly loaded flight characteristics resulting in smooth handling
and ease of flight. This warbird gives the modeler different
power options with the factory installed stick motor mount. This
model is perfect for mounting 400-480 size outrunner brushless
motors. The model is matched with popular sized batteries
for excellent power and flight duration potential. This warbird
boasts scale details, a high level of prefabrication, and flight
characteristics that are unmatched by the competition.
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Using the Manual
Required Radio Equipment
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 circles (
) indicate that 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
Large Parts:
EFL6055 Cowling
EFL6059 Spinner
EFL6060 Retract Set
EFL6061 Straight Wire Struts for Retracts
EFL6062 Bent Wire Struts for Fixed Gear
EFL6063 Fixed Landing Gear Set
You will need a minimum 3-channel transmitter, crystals, receiver,
and three sub-micro servos. You can choose to purchase a
complete radio system. If you are using an existing transmitter,
just purchase the other required equipment separately. We
™
recommend the crystal-free, interference-free Spektrum
®
2.4GHz DSM
we recommend the E-flite
6-channel system. If using your own transmitter,
®
S75 Sub-Micro Servos.
DX6i
If you own the Spektrum DX6i radio, just add the AR6100E
™
DSM2
6-channel receiver and three (to six) of our E-flite S75
Sub-Micro Servos.
Complete Radio System
SPM6600 DX6i DSM 6CH system
Or Purchase Separately
JRPR720UL UltraLite 7-Channel ScanSelect
™
FM Receiver (72MHz)
JRP790UL UltraLite 7-Channel ScanSelect
PCM Receiver (72MHz)
Or
SPMAR6100E AR6100E DSM2 6-Channel Receiver
UltraLite (for DX6i on DX7)
And
EFLRS75 7.5-Gram Sub-Micro Servo (3–6)
EFLREX6L 6-inch Servo Extension, Lightweight (3)
EFLREX9L 9-inch Servo Extension, Lightweight (2)
(Optional Retracts)
EFLRYH3 3-inch Y-Harness, Lightweight
(2 required without computer radio)
Spektrum is used with permission of
Bachmann Industries, Inc.
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Important Information About
Required Tools and Adhesives
Motor Selection
We recommend the E-flite Park 450 Brushless Outrunner
Motor, 890Kv (EFLM1400) for sport performance or the E-flite
Park 480 Brushless Outrunner Motor, 1020Kv (EFLM1505) for
maximum performance.
Sport Brushless Outrunner Setup
EFLM1400 Park 450 Brushless Outrunner Motor,
890Kv
EFLA1025 25A Pro Brushless ESC with 4 servos or
less or 40A Pro Switch-Mode BEC Brushless
ESC (EFLA1040) with 5+ servos
EFLB21003S E-flite 3S 11.1V 2100mAh 20C Li-Po or
Thunder Power 3S 11.1V 2200mAh 25C
eXtreme V2 Li-Po (THP22003SXV)
EFLAEC311 EC3 Extension Lead w/6" Wire, 16GA
High Power Brushless Outrunner Setup
EFLM1505 Park 480 Brushless Outrunner Motor,
1020Kv
EFLA1025 25A Pro Brushless ESC with 4 servos or
less or 40A Pro Switch-Mode BEC Brushless
ESC (EFLA1040) with 5+ servos
EFLB21003S E-flite 3S 11.1V 2100mAh 20C Li-Po or
Thunder Power 3S 11.1V 2200mAh 25C
eXtreme V2 Li-Po (THP22003SXV)
EFLAEC311 EC3 Extension Lead w/6" Wire, 16GA
Tools & Equipment
EFLA250 Park Flyer Tool Assortment, 5-piece
Or Purchase Separately
EFLA257 Screwdriver, #1 and #2 Phillips
(or included with EFLA250)
Pin drill
Drill bit: 1/16-inch (1.5mm), 1/8-inch (3mm)
Razor saw
Hex wrench: 1.5mm
Felt-tipped pen
Hobby knife w/new #11 blades
Phillips screwdriver: #00, #0, #1
Ruler
Sandpaper
Foam-safe CA
Optional Accessories
EFLA110 Power Meter
EFLC3005 Celectra
EFLC505 Intelligent 1- to 5-Cell Balancing Charger
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™
1- to 3-Cell Li-Po Charger
Notes Regarding Servos and ESC
Warranty Information
WARNING: Use of servos other than those we recommend may
overload the BEC of the recommended Electronic Speed Control
(ESC). We suggest the use of only the servos we recommend
when utilizing the recommended ESC’s BEC, or the use of a
separate BEC (like the UBEC) or receiver battery pack when
using other servos.
Note on Lithium Polymer Batteries
Lithium Polymer batteries are significantly more
volatile than alkaline or Ni-Cd/Ni-MH batteries used
in RC applications. All manufacturer’s instructions
and warnings must be followed closely. Mishandling
of Li-Po batteries can result in fire. Always follow the
manufacturer’s instructions when disposing of Lithium
Polymer batteries.
Warning
An RC aircraft is not a toy! If misused, it can cause serious
bodily harm and damage to property. Fly only in open areas,
preferably at AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics) approved
flying sites, following all instructions included with your radio.
Keep loose items that can get entangled in the propeller away
from the prop, including loose clothing, or other objects such as
pencils and screwdrivers. Especially keep your hands away from
the propeller.
Warranty Period
Horizon Hobby, Inc., (Horizon) warranties that the Products purchased
(the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship
at the date of purchase by the Purchaser.
Limited Warranty
(a) This warranty is limited to the original Purchaser ("Purchaser") and
is not transferable. REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER
THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE PURCHASER.
This warranty covers only those Products purchased from an
authorized Horizon dealer. Third party transactions are not covered
by this warranty. Proof of purchase is required for warranty claims.
Further, Horizon reserves the right to change or modify this warranty
without notice and disclaims all other warranties, express or implied.
(b) Limitations- HORIZON MAKES NO WARRANTY OR
REPRESENTATION, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ABOUT NONINFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF THE PRODUCT. THE PURCHASER
ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED THAT
THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE
PURCHASER’S INTENDED USE.
(c) Purchaser Remedy- Horizon's sole obligation hereunder
shall be that Horizon will, at its option, (i) repair or (ii) replace, any
Product determined by Horizon to be defective. In the event of a
defect, these are the Purchaser's exclusive remedies. Horizon reserves
the right to inspect any and all equipment involved in a warranty
claim. Repair or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of
Horizon. This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage
due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial
use, or modification of or to any part of the Product. This warranty
does not cover damage due to improper installation, operation,
maintenance, or attempted repair by anyone other than Horizon.
Return of any goods by Purchaser must be approved in writing by
Horizon before shipment.
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Damage Limits
Questions, Assistance, and Repairs
HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR PRODUCTION
OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE
PRODUCT, WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN CONTRACT,
WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE, OR STRICT LIABILITY. Further, in no
event shall the liability of Horizon exceed the individual price of the
Product on which liability is asserted. As Horizon has no control over
use, setup, final assembly, modification or misuse, no liability shall be
assumed nor accepted for any resulting damage or injury. By the act
of use, setup or assembly, the user accepts all resulting liability.
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.
Law: These Terms are governed by Illinois law (without regard to
conflict of law principals).
Safety Precautions
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. The Product 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
injury.
Your local hobby store and/or place of purchase cannot provide
warranty support or repair. Once assembly, setup or use of the
Product has been started, you must contact Horizon directly. This will
enable Horizon to better answer your questions and service you in the
event that you may need any assistance. For questions or assistance,
please direct your email to productsupport@horizonhobby.com, or call
877.504.0233 toll free to speak to a service technician.
Inspection or Repairs
If this Product needs to be inspected or repaired, please call for a
Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA). Pack the Product securely
using a shipping carton. Please note that original boxes may be
included, but are not designed to withstand the rigors of shipping
without additional protection. Ship via a carrier that provides tracking
and insurance for lost or damaged parcels, as Horizon is not
responsible for merchandise until it arrives and is accepted
at our facility. A Service Repair Request is available at www.
horizonhobby.com on the “Support” tab. If you do not have internet
access, please include a letter with your complete name, street
address, email address and phone number where you can be reached
during business days, your RMA number, a list of the included items,
method of payment for any non-warranty expenses and a brief
summary of the problem. Your original sales receipt must also be
included for warranty consideration. Be sure your name, address, and
RMA number are clearly written on the outside of the shipping carton.
Warranty Inspection and Repairs
To receive warranty service, you must include your original
sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase date. Provided warranty
conditions have been met, your Product will be repaired or replaced
free of charge. Repair or replacement decisions are at the sole
discretion of Horizon Hobby.
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Non-Warranty Repairs
Should your repair not be covered by warranty the repair
will be completed and payment will be required without
notification or estimate of the expense unless the expense
exceeds 50% of the retail purchase cost.
item for repair you are agreeing to payment of the repair without
notification. Repair estimates are available upon request. You must
include this request with your repair. Non-warranty repair estimates
will be billed a minimum of ½ hour of labor. In addition you will be
billed for return freight. Please advise us of your preferred method
of payment. Horizon accepts money orders and cashiers checks, as
well as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover cards.
If you choose to pay by credit card, please include your credit card
number and expiration date. Any repair left unpaid or unclaimed
after 90 days will be considered abandoned and will be disposed of
accordingly.
Please note: non-warranty repair is only available
on electronics and model engines.
Electronics and engines requiring inspection or repair should be
shipped to the following address:
Horizon Service Center
4105 Fieldstone Road
Champaign, Illinois 61822
By submitting the
Safety, Precautions, and Warnings
As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for
operating it in a manner that does not endanger yourself
and others or result in damage to the product or the property
of others.
Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any
optional support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery
packs, etc.) that you use.
This model is controlled by a radio signal that is subject to
interference from many sources outside your control. This
interference can cause momentary loss of control so it is
necessary to always keep a safe distance in all directions
around your model, as this margin will help to avoid collisions
or injury.
• Always operate your model in an open area away from cars,
traffic, or people.
• Avoid operating your model in the street where injury or
damage can occur.
• Never operate the model out into the street or populated
areas for any reason.
All other Products requiring warranty inspection or repair should be
shipped to the following address:
Horizon Product Support
4105 Fieldstone Road
Champaign, Illinois 61822
Please call 877-504-0233 with any questions or concerns
regarding this product or warranty.
• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.
• Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any
optional support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery
packs, etc.) that you use.
• Keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of
the reach of children.
• Moisture causes damage to electronics. Avoid water exposure
to all equipment not specifically designed and protected for
this purpose.
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Fixed Gear Installation
Required Parts
Fixed main gear wire (right and left)
Landing gear block (2) 2mm x 10mm shoulder screw (4)
3mm x 6mm countersunk sheet metal screw (8)
Required Tools and Adhesives
Phillips screwdriver: #0, #1
1. Insert the landing gear into the landing gear block.
2. Use two 2mm x 10mm shoulder screws and a #0
Phillips screwdriver to secure the landing gear to the
landing gear block.
3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to assemble the second landing
gear. (Make one left and one right)
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4. Secure the landing gear assembly in the wing using a
#1 Phillips screwdriver and four 3mm x 6mm countersunk
sheet metal screws per assembly. The strut is positioned
toward the wing tip and is angled toward the leading
edge when installed correctly.
Retract Installation
Required Parts
Servo (2) Retract linkage (2)
Double-sided tape (2 pcs)
Retract assembly (right and left)
3mm x 6mm countersunk sheet metal screw (8)
Required Tools and Adhesives
Phillips screwdriver: #0, #1 Hobby knife
1. Prepare the retract servos by installing the servo arms
on the servos.
Note: The servos are shown with the servo arms
centered. Make sure to position the servo horn so they
travel equally from this center position or your retracts
may not operate correctly.
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2. Apply a piece of double-sided tape onto each servo,
on the side opposite the servo arm.
3. Connect the retract linkage to the retract
actuator arm.
4. Secure the retract assembly in the wing using a #1
Phillips screwdriver and four 3mm x 6mm countersunk
sheet metal screws per assembly.
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5. Place the retract in the Up position and insert the
retract servo in the pocket. Do not connect the linkage
to the retract servo at this time. Use the radio to move
the servo arm to the Up position. Hold the linkage to the
arm to make sure the linkage aligns with the servo arm.
Adjust the end point at the radio to align the arm with
the linkage.
6. Place the retract in the down position and use the
radio to move the servo to the down position. Do not
connect the linkage to the retract servo at this time.
Hold the linkage to the arm to make sure the linkage
aligns with the servo arm. Adjust the end point at the
radio to align the arm with the linkage.
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7. Remove the servos once the end points have been
adjusted and attach the linkage to the servo. Use a
hobby knife to enlarge the hole in the servo arm if
needed. Peel the backing tape off of the servo and mount
it in position.
Aileron Servo Installation
Required Parts
Aileron linkage w/clevis and keeper (2)
Wing extension
Wing Servo (2)
Double-sided tape (2 pcs)
6-inch (152mm) extension
9-inch (228mm) extension (2) (for optional retracts)
Required Tools and Adhesives
Hobby knife Foam-safe CA
Phillips screwdriver: #0
1. Locate the wing extension and test fit it to the rear of
the wing. Use foam-safe CA to glue the extension directly
to the wing.
Note: If you are using a 6-channel or more computer
radio you can use a separate channel for each of the
retract servos. Using two channels and mixing them
together will give you the option for independent
adjustment of the travel adjustment of each servo. If you
are not using a computer radio with mixing you will need
to use a reversing Y-harness (EXRA320) instead.
8. Repeat Steps 2 through 7 to install the remaining
retract and servo.
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