Elite Models 8mm EPP Acrocub Instruction Manual

8mm EPP Acrocub

Instruction Manual

Specifications

Wingspan: 34.6 in (880mm)

Length: 31.5 in (800mm)

Wing Area: 213.9 sq in (13.8sq dm)

Flying Weight: Approx. 9oz (270g)

www.valuehobby.com/8mm-epp-acrocub.html

2

Dear Customer,

Congratulations on your purchase of Elite Models Acrocub 8mm EPP Airplane ARF from Value Hobby. We thank
you for your generous support, and hope you enjoy your new airplane.

At Value Hobby, we hope to offer competitive prices, good performance, and products that you can setup and
use with ease. That’s why we extensively researched and tested this airplane, and suggested all the products
necessary for you to setup properly. We understand that you have many choices when purchasing, and we are
grateful you choose to buy from us.

As vendors, one of the most gratifying things for us is to hear from our customers. We would welcome any
suggestion to help us improve. Please make us aware of any errors and imperfections in the airplane or the
instructions, or about the setup that we suggested. We hope you’ll find our setup suggestions to be helpful, and
enjoy flying your new airplane. Please feel free to contact us at [phone] or email us at
[e-mail]

Disclaimer

By purchasing and/or building this model, user assumes ALL liability and risk involved with this product. This
model should be built and flown by an experienced pilot and only flown at AMA sanctioned sites.

Value Hobby guarantees this model to be free of defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase.
This warranty does not cover any parts damaged by use or modifications. In no way shall Value Hobby liability
exceed the original cost of the purchased model. Further, Value Hobby reserves the right to modify this warranty
without notice. Value Hobby has no control over the final stages of assembly or the material used for the final
assembly. No liability shall be assumed nor materials used for the final user-assembled product. By the act of
using the final product the user accepts all resulting liability. Value Hobby, as a R/C product vendor, provides a
top quality airplane and instructions to complete the model. The quality and flight characteristics of the finished
model depend greatly on how it is built; we cannot guarantee the performance for the completed model and
representations are expressed or implied as to the performance of the completed model. 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.

Safety in Assembly

During assembly of this aircraft, you will be asked to use sharp knives and hobby adhesives. Please follow all
safety procedures recommended by the manufacturers of the products you use, and always follow these
important guidelines:

ALWAYS protect your eyes when working with adhesives, knives, or tools, especially power tools. Safety glasses
are the best way to protect your eyes.

ALWAYS protect your body, especially your hands and fingers when using adhesives, knives, or tools, especially
power tools. Do not cut toward exposed skin with hobby knives. Do not place hobby knives on tables or benches
where they can roll off or be knocked off.

ALWAYS have a first-aid kit handy when working with adhesives, knives, or tools, especially power tools.

ALWAYS keep hobby equipment and supplies out of the reach of children.

www.valuehobby.com/8mm-epp-acrocub.html

3

Safety in Flying

This is NOT a toy! It is a very high-performance RC airplane capable of high speeds and extreme maneuvers. It
should only be operated by a competent pilot in a safe area with proper supervision.

ONLY fly your aircraft in a safe, open area, away from spectators and vehicles–and where it is legal to fly.

NEVER fly over an unsafe area, such as a road or street.

Never fly too close to yourself or spectators.

Never run your motor inside a house or building with the propeller attached – Remove the prop for safety.

Required Items

Foam Glue (Welders Glue)
Hot glue gun
Thin & Medium CA
Lighter
Small drill bits
Tape measure and ruler
Hobby Knife
Needle nose pliers
Wire Cutters
Course sand paper
Scissors
Small Phillips Screwdriver

Before Starting Assembly

Examination

Unpack your airplane and examine the components. Check for damage of any kind. If you see any damage,
please contact Value Hobby immediately.

www.valuehobby.com/8mm-epp-acrocub.html

4

133 x 8 x 1mm carbon fiber sheet 2pcs
240 x 8 x 1mm carbon fiber sheet 2pcs
23 x 1mm Z bend wire 8pcs
185 x 8 x 1mm carbon fiber sheet 2pcs
Hook and loop strap 150mm 1pcs
M3 x 8mm screw for mounting the motor 4pcs
200 x 2mm heat shrink tubing 1pcs
790 x 3 x 3 carbon fiber square tubing 1pcs
Fiberglass control horn, motor mount, servo arm extension and guides for pushrod
60 x 2mm axle 2pcs
370 x 1mm pushrod for elevator and rudder 2pcs
M2 x 6mm screw 6pcs
M2 nut 6pcs
Plywood wheel hub kit 1 set
EPP wheel 2 set
Sewing thread 1pcs

www.valuehobby.com/8mm-epp-acrocub.html

5

RECOMMENDED RADIO EQUIPMENT

Product

SKU

Quantity

Radio

Flysky FS-i6 Transmitter and Receiver Set

FLY-RC-4572

1

Servo

Towerpro SG90 9g servo

TWP-SV-0352

3

Y Harness

Universal Servo Y-Harness 26AWG 6in (15cm)

AMS-AC-2397

1

2S POWER SETUP

Product

SKU

Motor

GForce 2206-1900KV Brushless Outrunner Motor

VHB-MT-5009

ESC

Hobbywing Flyfun 12A ESC

HWG-SC-0236

Battery

GForce 30C 500mah 2S LiPO

RFI-LP-0731

Prop

8 x 4.5 Slow Flyer Prop (2pcs)

GFH-MP-2663

3S POWER SETUP

Product

SKU

Motor

GForce 2206-1500KV Brushless Outrunner Motor

VHB-MT-5008

ESC

Hobbywing Flyfun 12A ESC

HWG-SC-0236

Battery

GForce 30C 500mah 3S LiPO

RFI-LP-0732

Prop

8 x 4.5 Slow Flyer Prop (2pcs)

GFH-MP-2663

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Product

SKU

Charger

GT Power C6 6S LiPO Charger

GTP-CH-1427

Foam Glue

Thin Foam Safe Glue

VHB-AC-2511

Watt Meter

GT Power 130A Watt Meter

GTP-AC-0591

Connector

Male JST Connector (10pcs)

AMS-AC-1401

Female JST Connector (10pcs)

AMS-AC-1402

LiPO Bag

LiPO Safe Bag

RFI-LP-2725

www.valuehobby.com/8mm-epp-acrocub.html

6

Note: 1. Allowing the foam glue to set for a few minutes before assembly will shorten tack up time. This will
help you secure the bond more quickly, as the glue usually take longer to cure than needed. Any joints that
you feel are going to require adjustment, it is best to assemble the pieces while the glue is wet so you will
have time to make adjustments.

2. Use low temperature hot glue for gluing electronics. This will allow for easy removal later. The low
temperature hot glue can be loosened by swabbing the glue joint with alcohol.

Section1 Airframe Assembly

Step1. Locate the fuselage half and two CF strips.
Long one (240 x 8 x 1mm) and short one (133 x 8 x
1mm).

Step2. Apply some foam glue to the CF strips.

Step3. Slide two CF strips into the pre-cut slots.

Step4. Locate two gear leg plywood tips.

Step5. Use thin CA to glue them together.

Step6. Use foam glue to glue in the gear leg tips.