E-flite Hawker Sea Fury 480 ARF User Manual
Hawker Sea Fury 480 ARF
Assembly Manual
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:
Not for Children under 14 years.
This is not a toy.
COMPONENTS
PROPELLER
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 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
• Checkallcontrolsurfacespriortoeachtakeoff.
• Donotflyyourmodelnearspectators,parking
areas or any other area that could result in injury to
people or damage of property.
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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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.
• Donotflyduringadverseweatherconditions.
Poor visibility and/or strong winds can cause
disorientation and loss of control of your aircraft.
• Donottakechances.Ifatanytimeduringflightyou
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.
• Donotflynearpowerlines.
Table of Contents
Notice ................................................................... 2
Meaning of Special Language ................................. 2
Warnings .............................................................. 2
Introduction ........................................................... 3
Important Information Regarding
Warranty Information ..................................... 3
Specifications ......................................................... 3
Using the Manual ................................................... 3
Contents of Kit/Parts Layout .................................... 4
Recommended Radio Equipment ............................. 4
Required Tools and Adhesives ................................. 4
Important Information About Motor Selection ........... 4
Sport Brushless Outrunner Setup ............................. 4
High Power Brushless Outrunner Setup .................... 4
Optional Accessories .............................................. 4
Fixed Gear Installation ........................................... 5
Retract Installation .................................................. 6
Aileron Servo Installation ........................................ 7
Main Wheel Installation .......................................... 9
Motor and Cowling Installation ............................. 10
Radio Installation - Fuselage ................................. 14
Rudder Preparation .............................................. 14
Stabilizer/Elevator Installation ............................... 17
Final Assembly ..................................................... 19
Center of Gravity ................................................. 21
Control Throws..................................................... 21
Preflight ............................................................... 22
Range Test Your Radio .......................................... 22
Flying Your Model ................................................ 22
Daily Flight Checks ............................................... 23
Limited Warranty ................................................. 23
Warranty Services ................................................ 24
Compliance Information for the European Union .... 25
Academy of Model Aeronautics
National Model Aircraft Safety Code ............ 25
Building and Flying Notes ..................................... 27
Introduction
The Hawker Sea Fury was a British fighter aircraft
developed by Hawker Siddeley 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 most 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 turbinepowered adversary. The E-flite
ARF has since been reproduced to offer a lightweight,
durable and easily repairable Z-Foam™ construction
that comes 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 450 to 480-sized aircraft
boasts factory-installed spars, hinges, and control
horns.
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Hawker Sea Fury 480
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: 36.8 in (935mm)
Length: 33.3 in (845mm)
Wing Area: 268 sq in (17.4 sq dm)
Weight w/ Battery: 29.1–31.0 oz (825–880 g)
Weight w/o Battery: 23.0–24.9 oz (650–705 g)
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.
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Contents of Kit/Parts Layout
Replacement Parts:
EFL606501 Fuselage
EFL606502 Wing
EFL606503 Stabilizer
EFL606504 Cowling
EFL606505 Hatch
EFL606506 Wing Cover
EFL606507 Spinner
EFL606508 Rockets
EFL606509 Retracts
EFL606510 Fixed Gear
EFL606511 Pushrod Set
Recommended Radio Equipment
You will need a minimum 4-channel transmitter,
receiver and four to six servos.
Complete Radio System
SPM6610 DX6i DSMX® 6CH system
Or Purchase Separately
SPMAR6115 AR6115 6CH DSMX Microlite
Receiver
EFLRDS76 DS76 Digital Servo (4–6)
EFLREX6L 6-inch (152mm) Servo
Extension, Lightweight (3)
EFLREX9L 9-inch (229mm) Servo
Extension, Lightweight (2)
(Optional Retracts)
EXRA320 Y-Harness 6-inch/Reverser
Standard (Optional Retracts)
Required Tools and Adhesives
Tools & Equipment
EFLA250 Park Flyer Tool Assortment,
5-piece
Or Purchase Separately
EFLA257 Screwdriver, #1 and #2 Phillips
(or included with EFLA250)
Felt-tipped pen Hex wrench: 1.5mm
Hobby knife #11 blades
Medium CA Pin drill
Razor saw Ruler
Sandpaper Thin CA
Drill bit: 1/16-inch (1.5mm), 1/8-inch (3mm)
Phillips screwdriver: #00, #0, #1
Important Information About
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
EFLA1040L 40A Pro Switch-Mode BEC
Brushless ESC
EFLAEC311 EC3™ Extension Lead with 6 inch
Wire, 16GA
EFLB21003S 2100mAh 3S 11.1V 20C Li-Po
or
THP21003SPL25 2100mAh 3S 11.1V G6 Pro Lite
25C Li-Po
High Power Brushless Outrunner Setup
EFLM1505 Park 480 Brushless Outrunner
Motor, 1020Kv
EFLA1040L 40A Pro Switch-Mode BEC
Brushless ESC
EFLAEC311 EC3 Extension Lead with 6 inch
Wire, 16GA
EFLB22003S30 E-flite 3S 11.1V 2200mAh 30C
Li-Po
or
THP21003SPL25 2100mAh 3S 11.1V G6 Pro Lite
25C Li-Po
Optional Accessories
EFLA110 Power Meter
EFLC3020 Celectra™ 200W DC Multi-
Chemistry Battery Charger
EFLAEC312 Charge Lead with 12-inch Wire
and Jacks, 16AWG
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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.
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.
3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to assemble the second
landing gear. (Make one left and one right)
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.
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.
2. Use two 2mm x 10mm shoulder screws and a
#0 Phillips screwdriver to secure the landing gear
to the landing gear block.
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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.
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.
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.
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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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.
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.
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.
Aileron Servo Installation
Required Parts
Aileron linkage with clevis and keeper (2)
Servo (2) Double-sided tape (2 pcs)
Wing extension Wing
6-inch (152mm) extension
9-inch (228mm) extension (2) (for optional retracts)
Required Tools and Adhesives
Hobby knife Medium CA
Phillips screwdriver: #0
1. Locate the wing extension and test fit it to the
rear of the wing. Use medium CA to glue the
extension directly to the wing.
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2. Prepare the aileron servos by installing the servo
arms on the servos. Use your radio to center these
servos at this time.
3. Apply a piece of double-sided tape onto each
servo, on the side opposite the servo arm.
4. Remove the backing from the double-sided tape.
Position the servo so the arm is facing toward the
aileron and the outboard side off the wing. Press
each aileron servo into the openings in the wing.
5. Connect a 6-inch (152mm) extension to each
aileron servo lead. If you have opted to install
retracts, attach a 9-inch (228mm) extension to
each retract servo lead. Use string to secure the
extension(s) so they do not unplug accidentally.
6. Route the leads for the aileron (and retract)
servo(s) along the channel in the wing. The
extension(s) then pass to the top of the wing
through the hole in the center of the wing.
7. Remove the backing from the double-sided tape
on the wing cover.
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8. Carefully position the wing cover on the bottom
of the wing. Make sure to align the cover during
positioning.
9. Use a hobby knife to enlarge the outer hole on
the aileron servo arm to accept the aileron linkage.
10. Insert the Z-bend on the aileron linkage into the
outer hole of the aileron servo horn.
11. Connect the clevis of the aileron linkage to the
aileron control horn. With the radio on, it may be
necessary to adjust the length of the linkage so the
aileron is centered.
Main Wheel Installation
Required Parts
Wheel spacer (2) Main wheel (2)
Wheel axle cap (2)
Required Tools and Adhesives
Medium CA
The wheel installation is the same for
both fixed gear and retracts.
1. Slide the wheel spacer onto the landing
gear axle.
12. Repeat Steps 9 through 11 to connect the
remaining aileron linkage.
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