Elite Models Yak55 Instruction Manual

8mm EPP Yak55

Instruction Manual

Specifications

Wingspan: 31.5in (800mm)

Length: 31.1 in (790mm)

Wing Area: 226sq in (14.6sq dm)

Flying Weight: Approx. 8oz (225-240g)

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Dear Customer,

Congratulations on your purchase of Elite Models Yak55 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.

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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
Hobby Knife
Small Phillips Screwdriver
Set Metric Allen Wrenches
Scissors
Small Pliers
Wire Cutters
Masking tape

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.

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Main Parts:

1. Vertical Fuselage x 1

2. Horizontal Fuselage x 1

3. Wing Panel x 2

4. Tail x 1

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Accessories:

List:

1. Fiberglass parts including motor mount x 2, control horn x 4, Elevator control horn x 1, wheel x 2,

landing gear mounting plate x1, aileron servo arm extension x 1, rudder servo arm extension x 1,
elevator servo arm extension x 1, pushrod guide x 9

2. Carbon fiber Wing Spar x 1 Φ4.0mm x 650mm

3. Landing Gear Wire x 2 Φ2.0mm x 210mm

4. Steel Wire with z-bend x 8 Φ1.0 mm x 25mm

5. Aileron Servo Pushrod x 2 Φ2.0mm x 150mm

6. Rudder Servo Pushrod x 1 Φ1.0mm x 500mm

7. Elevator Servo Pushrod x 1 Φ1.0mm x 500mm

8. Self-tapping screw for Mounting Motor x 4 M2*8mm

9. Bolts for Installing the Servo Arm Extension M2*6mm

10. Velcro Tape x 1 150mm

11. Shrink Tubing x 1 Φ3.0mm x 25mm