E-flite Mini Funtana 3D EP ARF User Manual

Assembly Manual

Mini Funtana

Table of Contents

Introduction ..................................................... 2

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

Additional Required Equipment .........................

Additional Tools and Adhesives .........................

Optional Parts .................................................

Important Information About Motor Selection ......

Before Starting Assembly ..................................

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

Warning .........................................................

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

Warranty Information .......................................

Landing Gear Installation ..................................

Aileron Hinging .............................................

Aileron Servos and Linkages ...........................

Wing Installation ...........................................

Stabilizer and Elevator ...................................

Rudder and Fin ..............................................

Motor Installation ...........................................

Rudder and Elevator Servos ............................

Receiver, Battery and ESC Install .....................

Canopy Install ...............................................

Cowling Install ..............................................

Control Throws ..............................................

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

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

2004 Official AMA

Model Aircraft Safety Code ............................

National

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the E-flite Mini Funtana 3D
ARF Park Flyer. The Mini Funtana is an extreme 3D

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aerobatic electric park flyer, based on the proven
abilities of the popular Hangar 9 FuntanaS airplanes.
We developed this aerobatic performer especially
for park flyers pilots who are looking for great 3D
performance.

The designed characteristics incorporated into the
Mini Funtana, in addition to the lightweight balsa
and light-ply construction, should provide you with
the optimized precision 3D freestyle aerobatics you
desire. We also include plenty of extras like the
carbon fiber landing gear, fiberglass cowl and wheel
pants, and a gearbox that easily accepts one of our
popular Park 400 Brushless Motors (EFLM1100 or
ELFM1105- purchased separately).

Specifications

Wingspan: 37 in (940 mm)
Length: 36 in (915 mm)
Wing Area: 329 sq in (21 sq dm)
Weight w/o Battery: 18.5 oz (525 g)
Weight w/ Battery: 20–24 oz (565–680 g)

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Additional Required Equipment

Additional Tools and Adhesives

Recommended JR® Systems

Radio: JR 4-channel
Servos: JR 241 Sub-micro servo (JRPS241) (4)
Receiver: JR R610M 6-channel micro FM Rx (JRPR610 or

JRPR610UL)
Or purchase:
JR Quattro Lite system (JRP4487) and

(2) JR 241 Sub-micro servo (JRPS241)
Other Radio accessories:
Large Arms w/Screws (JRPA212) (2)
6" (150mm) Servo Extension (JRPA095) (2)
9" (230mm) Servo Extension (JRPA097) (2)

Battery and Speed Control Requirements

Li-Po Battery: 11.1V 1800–2100 3-Cell (EFLB1025,

EFLB1035 or THP21003S)

Speed Control: E-Flite 20 amp brushless ESC (EFLA311) or

Castle 25 amp brushless ESC (CSEPHX25)

Motor/Gearbox/Propeller

6.6:1 gearbox (included) (EFLM221)
12x6 Propeller (included) (EFLP1260)
Park 400 Brushless Motor, 4200KV (EFLM1100)
Park 400 Brushless Motor, 3700KV (EFLM1105)

Tools

Square T-pins
Hobby knife Drill
Ruler Felt-tipped pen
Hex wrench: 3/32"
Phillips screwdriver (small)
Drill bit: 3/32" (2.5mm), 1/8" (3mm)

Adhesives

Thin CA Medium CA
6-minute epoxy Canopy glue
Threadlock

Other

Heat gun Paper towels
Wax paper 150–180 grit sandpaper

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Optional Parts

11x4.7 Slow Flyer Propeller (2) EFLP1147
11x7 Slow Flyer Propeller (2) EFLP1170
12x3.8 Slow Flyer Propeller (2) EFLP1238
Celectra™ 1- to 3-cell LiPo Charger EFLC3005
Spur Gear, 66T w/Shaft EFLM222
Pinion Gear, 10T (0.4 module) EFLM207

Before Starting Assembly

Before beginning the assembly of your Mini Funtana
3D, remove each part from its bag for inspection.
Closely inspect the fuselage, wing panels, rudder
and stabilizer for damage. If you find any damaged
or missing parts, contact the place of purchase.

Using the Manual

This manual is divided into sections to help make
assembly easier to understand, and to provide
breaks between each major section.

Remember to take your time and follow
the directions.

Important Information About Motor

Selection

We are recommending either the E-flite Park 400
Brushless Motor with 4200Kv (EFLM1100) or the
version with 3700Kv (EFLM1105). The 3700Kv
motor provides plenty of power for sport and
entry level 3D pilots with the ability to hover and
climb vertically using the stock 6.6:1 gearbox and 12
x 6 propeller. This motor will draw less current and
provide longer flight duration. The 4200Kv
motor should only be used by experienced pilots
who manage throttle appropriately. This motor will
provide even better vertical performance at the
expense of flight duration due to the increased
current draw. It is extremely important to monitor
gearbox wear and motor temperature when using
the 4200Kv motor. Lack of proper throttle
management using this motor may result in damage
to the motor, gearbox, esc, and battery.

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.

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Contents of Kit/Parts Layout

Large Replacement Parts:

Wing Set w/ Ailerons EFL2076
Fuselage w/Hatch EFL2077
Tail Set EFL2078
Carbon Fiber Main Gear EFL2080
Fuselage Hatch EFL2081
Canopy EFL2082
Fiberglass Cowling EFL2083

Small Replacement Parts:

Wheel Set EFL2056
Pushrod Set EFL2079
Fiberglass Wheel Pant Set EFL2084
Wing Tube EFL2085
Hook and Loop Tape EFL2086
Decal Set EFL2087
Micro Control Horns EFLA200
Tail skid EFLA202
Micro Control Connectors EFLA203
Micro Rubber Spinner EFLA204
12x6 Slow Flyer Propeller EFLP1260

6.6:1 Gearbox EFLM221

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Warranty Information

Horizon Hobby, Inc. guarantees this kit to be free
from defects in both material and workmanship at the
date of purchase. This warranty does not cover any
component parts damage by use or modification. In
no case shall Horizon Hobby’s liability exceed the
original cost of the purchased kit. Further, Horizon
Hobby reserves the right to change or modify this
warranty without notice.

In that Horizon Hobby has no control over the final
assembly or material used for the final assembly,
no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any
damage resulting from the use of the final assembled
product. By the act of using the assembled product,
the user accepts all resulting liability.

Please note that once assembly of the model has
been started, you must contact Horizon Hobby, Inc.
directly regarding any warranty question. Please
do not contact your local hobby shop regarding
warranty issues, even if that is where you purchased
it. This
will enable Horizon to better answer your questions
and service you in the event that you may need
any assistance.

If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability
associated with the use of this product, the buyer
is advised to return this kit immediately in new and
unused condition to the place of purchase.

Horizon Hobby, Inc.

4105 Fieldstone Road

Champaign, Illinois 61822

[phone]

www.horizonhobby.com

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Landing Gear Installation

Required Parts

Fuselage Carbon main gear
Tail skid Wheel pant (2)
11/2" (38mm) Wheel (2) 2mm x 25mm screw (2)
2mm nut (4) #4 washer (black) (2)
4-40 x 1/2" socket screw (2) 2mm washer (4)
2mm x 6mm wood screw (2)

Required Tools and Adhesives

Threadlock 1/8" (3mm) drill bit
Drill Medium CA
Hobby knife Hex wrench: 3/32"
Phillips screwdriver (small)

 1. Slide the 2mm x 25mm screw through one of

the wheels. Thread a 2mm nut onto the screw.
Slide a 2mm washer onto the screw. This will all
fit inside the wheel pant.

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 2. Fit the assembly from Step 1 into the wheel

pant. Use a 2mm washer and nut to attach the
wheel to the lower hole on the landing gear.

Note: Use threadlock on both nuts to prevent
them from loosening during flight.

 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the remaining wheel

and pant.

 4. Drill 1/8" (3mm) holes in the tail for the

tail skid.

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 5. Glue the tail skid into position using

Medium CA.

 6. Attach the landing gear using a 3/32" hex

wrench, two 4-40 x 1/2" socket head screws
and two #4 washers (black).

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 7. Place the fuselage on its wheels and position the

wheel pants parallel to the work surface. Drill a
hole through the landing gear into each wheel
pant using a hobby knife.

 8. Secure the location of the wheel pants using

2mm x 6mm wood screws and a small phillips
screwdriver.

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Aileron Hinging

Required Parts

Wing (left and right) Aileron (left and right)
CA hinges (8)

Required Tools and Adhesives

3/32" (2.5mm) drill bit Drill
T-pins Thin CA
Paper towel

 1. Locate the positions for the hinges. Drill a

3/32" (2.5mm) hole in the center of each slot.
This creates a tunnel for the CA, allowing the
CA to penetrate into the hinge better, bonding
the hinges more securely.

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 2. Slide four hinges into the slits in the wing.

Center the slot in the hinge with the hole drilled
in Step 1. Place a T-pin in each hinge to prevent
it from being pushed into the wing when
installing the aileron.

Note: Do not use CA accelerator during the
hinging process. The CA must be allowed to
soak into the hinge to provide the best bond.
Using accelerator will not provide enough time
for this process.

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 3. Slide the aileron into position. Check to make

sure it can move without interference at the
wing root. Remove the T-pins and apply
Thin CA to each hinge. Make sure the hinge
is fully saturated with CA. Use a paper towel
to clean up any excess CA from the wing and
aileron. Make sure to apply CA to both sides
of the hinge.

 4. Firmly grasp the wing and aileron and gently

pull on the aileron to ensure the hinges are
secure and cannot be pulled apart. Use caution
when gripping the wing and aileron to avoid
crushing the structure.

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 5. Work the aileron up and down several

times to work in the hinges and check for
proper movement.

 6. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 for the

remaining aileron.

Aileron Servos and Linkages

Required Parts

Wing panel (right and left)
Micro control connector (2)
2mm x 4mm screw (2)
4" (100mm) pushrod (2)
Control horn and backplate (2)
Servos: JR 241 Sub-micro servo (JRPS241) (2)
Large Arm w/Screws (JRPA212) (2)

Required Tools and Adhesives

Hobby knife 6-minute epoxy
6" (150mm) servo extension (2) String
Phillips screwdriver (small)

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