Instruction Manual
GP
version
EP
version
GP/EP Size .46-.55 Scale 1:8 ARF
SPECIFICATION
- Wingspan: 1900mm (74.8 in)
- Length: 1182mm (46.5 in)
- Flying weight: 3.4-3.6 kg
- Wing area: 43.8dm2
- Wing loading: 79g/dm2
- Covering type: Genuine ORACOVER®
- Gear type: Plate Aluminum hi-grade(included)
- Spinner size: Plastic SCALE 75mm (included)
- Radio: 4 channel minimum (not included)
- Servo: 5 standard servo: 2 aileron; 1 elevator;
1 rudder; 1 throttle (not included)
- Recommended receiver battery:
4.8-6V / 800-1200mAh NiMH (not included)
- Servo mount: 21mm x 42 mm
- Propeller: suit with your engine
- Engine: .46-.55 / 2-stroke or .52/4-stroke
glow engine (not included)
- Motor: brushless outrunner 1000-1400 W,
480 KV (not included)
- Gravity CG: 90 mm (3.5 in) Back from the
leading edge and at the WIDEST of the wing
- Control throw Ailerons: Low: 11mm up/down,
10% expo; High: 14mm up/down, 10% expo
- Control throw Elevators: Low: 12mm up/down,
12% expo; High: 14mm up/down, 12% expo
- Control throw Rudder: Low: 30mm right/left,
15% expo; High: 45mm right/left, 15% expo
- Experience level: Intermediate
- Plane type: Scale Civilian
RECOMMENDED MOTOR AND BATTERY SET UP
- Motor: RIMFIRE .46-.55 (not included)
- Lipo cell: 6 cells / 4500 – 5500mAh (not included)
- Esc: 60A (not included)
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Thank you for purchasing Phoenix Model products. With over 20 years experience in production and fly testing,
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Please read through this manual before starting construction.
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5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie, IN 47302-9252
Tele. (800) 435-9262
Fax (765) 741-0057
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rights and interests and is required to fly at most R/C sites.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
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Introduction
Warranty
Disclaimer
Safety precaution
Important building notes
Suggestion
Flight warnings
Flight warnings
Covering tools
Adhesives and required tools
Academy of model aeronautics national
model aircraft safety code
Preparations
Installing the ailerons
Installing the aileron servos
Installing the control horns
Installing the aileron linkages
Secure the wing to the fuselage
Installing the main landing gear
Horizontal stabilizer installation
Installing rudder and tail gear
Installing the rudder pushrod
Installing the elevator pushrod
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Installing the wing strut 15
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Installing the engine mount
Installing the fuel tank
Installing the throttle pushrod servo
Installing the engine
Installing the spinner
Installing the receiver and battery
Installing the switch
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Mounting the cowl
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Installing the electric motor 36
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Control throws
Flight preparation pre flight check
Main gear dimensional detail
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Balancing
Lateral balance
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Tail gear dimensional detail 42
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Decoration 43
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Exploded view 44
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Exploded view 45
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For your radio installation
Basic connection for airplane
and adjustment of servos 41
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Phoenix Model guarantees the component parts in
this kit to be free from defects in both material and
workmanship at the date of purchase by the
purchaser.
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 Phoenix
Model.
Further, Phoenix Model reserves the right to change
or modify this warranty without notice.
WARRANTY
Read this disclaimer carefully before using this
product. Please strictly follow the instruction manual
to assemble and use this.
In that Phoenix Model has no control over the final
assembly or material used for final assembly, Phoenix
Model is not responsible for loss of use , or other
incidental or consequential damages.
Furthermore, Phoenix Model cannot be held liable for
personal injury or property damage caused by the
use or misuse of Phoenix Model products. By the
act of using the user-assembled products, the user
accepts all resulting liability.
DISCLAIMER
Please trial fit all the parts. Make sure you have the
correct parts and that they fit and are aligned properly
before gluing! This will assure proper assembly. This
kit is hand made from natural materials, every plane
is unique and minor adjustments may have to be
made. However, you should find the fit superior and
assembly simple.
The painted and plastic parts used in this kit are
fuel proof. However, they are not tolerant of many
harsh chemicals including the following: paint thinner,
C/A glue accelerator, C/A glue debonder and
acetone. Do not let these chemicals come in contact
with the colors on the covering and the plastic parts.
Some parts included in this kit such as the cowl or
wheel pants are made of fiberglass, the fibers of
which may cause eye, skin and respiratory tract
irritation. Never blow into a part to remove fiberglass
dust, as the dust will blow back into your eyes.
Always wear safety goggles, a particle mask and
rubber gloves when grinding, drilling and sanding
fiberglass parts. Vacuum the parts and the work area
thoroughly after working with fiberglass parts.
IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES
To avoid scratching your new airplane, do not
unwrap the pieces until they are needed for
assembly. Cover your workbench with an old towel or
brown paper, both to protect the aircraft and to
protect the table. Keep a couple of jars or bowls
handy to hold the small parts after you open the bag.
SUGGESTION
Always operate in open areas, away from factories,
hospitals, schools, buildings and houses etc.
NEVER fly your aircraft close to people or built up
areas.
NEVER fly near power lines, aerials or other
dangerous areas including airports, motorways etc.
NEVER fly in wet conditions or on windy or stormy
days.
ALWAYS adjust the engine from behind the
propeller, and do not allow any part of your body to
be in line with the propeller.
THE PROPELLER IS DANGEROUS Keep fingers,
clothing (ties, shirt sleeves, scarves) or any other
loose objects that could be caught or drawn in,
away from the propeller. Take care at ALL times.
NEVER use damaged or deformed propellers
or spinners.
Keep all onlookers (especially small children and
animals) well back from the area of operation. This
is a flying aircraft, which will cause serious injury in
case of impact with a person or animal.
DO NOT dispose of empty fuel containers on a fire,
this can lead to an explosion.
FLIGHT WARNINGS
This is not a toy and pilots must be over the age
of 14
Be sure that no other flyers are using your radio
frequency.
Do not smoke near fuel
Store fuel in a cool, dry place, away from children
and pets.
Wear safety glasses.
The glow plug clip must be securely attached to
the glow plug.
Do not flip the propeller with your fingers.
Keep loose clothing and wires away from the
propeller.
Do not start the engine if people are near. Do not
stand in line with the side of the propeller.
Make engine adjustments from behind the propeller
only. Do not reach around the spinning propeller.
Moisture causes damage to electronics. Avoid
water exposure to all equipment not specifically
designed and protected for this purpose.
SAFETY PRECAUTION
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When ready to fly, first extend the transmitter aerial.
Switch on the transmitter.
Switch on the receiver.
Check that the wings are correctly fitted to the
fuselage.
Operate the control sticks on the transmitter and
check that the control surfaces move freely and in
the CORRECT directions.
Check that the transmitter batteries have adequate
power.
ALWAYS take off into the wind.
If the model does not respond correctly to the
controls, land it as soon as possible and correct the
fault.
ALWAYS land the model INTO the wind, this ensures
that the model lands at the slowest possible speed.
Switch off the receiver.
Switch off the transmitter.
Empty the fuel tank after flying, fuel left in the tank
can cause corrosion and lead to engine problems.
A. GENERAL: A model aircraft is a non-human-carrying aircraft capable of sustained flight in the atmosphere. It may
not exceed limitations of this code and is intended exclusively for sport, recreation, education and/or competition.
All model flights must be conducted in accordance with this safety code and anyadditional rules specific to the
flying site.
1. Model aircraft will not be flown:
(a) In a careless or reckless manner.
(b) At a location where model aircraft activities are prohibited.
2. Model aircraft pilots will:
(a) Yield the right of way to all human-carrying aircraft.
(b) See and avoid all aircraft and a spotter must be used when appropriate. (AMA Document #540-D.)
(c) Not fly higher than approximately 400 feet above ground level within three (3) miles of an airport without notifying
the airport operator.
(d) Not interfere with operations and traffic patterns at any airport, heliport or seaplane base except where there is a
mixed use agreement.
(e) Not exceed a takeoff weight, including fuel, of 55 pounds unless in compliance with the AMA Large Model
Airplane program. (AMA Document 520-A.)
(f) Ensure the aircraft is identified with the name and address or AMA number of the owner on the inside or affixed
to the outside of the model aircraft. (This does not apply to model aircraft flown indoors.)
(g) Not operate aircraft with metal-blade propellers or with gaseous boosts except for helicopters operated under the
provisions of AMA Document #555.
(h) Not operate model aircraft while under the influence of alcohol or while using any drug that could adversely affect
the pilot’s ability to safely control the model.
(i) Not operate model aircraft carrying pyrotechnic devices that explode or burn, or any device which propels a
projectile or drops any object that creates a hazard to persons or property.
Exceptions:
• Free Flight fuses or devices that burn producing smoke and are securely attached to the model aircraft during
flight.
• Rocket motors (using solid propellant) up to a G-series size may be used provided they remain attached to the
model during flight. Model rockets may be flown in accordance with the National Model Rocketry Safety Code
but may not be launched from model aircraft.
Academy of Model Aeronautics National Model Aircraft Safety Code
Effective January 1, 2014
FLIGHT WARNINGS
Thin CA
30-minute epoxy
6-minute epoxy
Threadlocker thread locking cement
Mixing sticks
Mixing cups (GPMR8056)
Epoxy brushes
Denatured alcohol
Canopy Glue
Felt-tipped pen or pencil
Flat screwdriver
Adjustable wrench
Drill
Hobby knife
Masking tape
Phillips screwdriver (large)
Phillips screwdriver (small)
Ruler
Sandpaper
Soldering iron
Solder
Hex wrench
Drill bit: 1/16-inch (1.5mm), 5/64-inch (2mm),
1/8-inch (3,2mm), 3/16-inch (4,8mm),11/64-inch
(4.5mm), 13/64-inch (5,2mm), 1/4-inch (6,4mm)
ADHESIVES AND REQUIRED TOOLS
Top Flite® MonoKote® Sealing Iron
Top Flite Hot Sock Iron Cover
Top Flite MonoKote Trim Seal Iron
Top Flite MonoKote Heat Gun
COVERING TOOLS
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• Officially designated AMA Air Show Teams (AST) are authorized to use devices and practices as defined within
the Team AMA Program Document. (AMA Document #718.)
(j) Not operate a turbine-powered aircraft, unless in compliance with the AMA turbine regulations. (AMA Document
#510-A.)
3. Model aircraft will not be flown in AMA sanctioned events, air shows or model demonstrations unless:
(a) The aircraft, control system and pilot skills have successfully demonstrated all maneuvers intended or anticipated
prior to the specific event.
(b) An inexperienced pilot is assisted by an experienced pilot.
4. When and where required by rule, helmets must be properly worn and fastened. They must be OSHA, DOT,
ANSI, SNELL or NOCSAE approved or comply with comparable standards.
B. RADIO CONTROL (RC)
1. All pilots shall avoid flying directly over unprotected people, vessels, vehicles or structures and shall avoid
endangerment of life and property of others.
2. A successful radio equipment ground-range check in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations will be
completed before the first flight of a new or repaired model aircraft.
3. At all flying sites a safety line(s) must be established in front of which all flying takes place. (AMA Document
#706.)
(a) Only personnel associated with flying the model aircraft are allowed at or in front of the safety line.
(b) At air shows or demonstrations, a straight safety line must be established.
(c) An area away from the safety line must be maintained for spectators.
(d) Intentional flying behind the safety line is prohibited.
4. RC model aircraft must use the radio-control frequencies currently allowed by the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC). Only individuals properly licensed by the FCC are authorized to operate equipment on
Amateur Band frequencies.
5. RC model aircraft will not knowingly operate within three (3) miles of any pre-existing flying site without a
frequency-management agreement. (AMA Documents #922 and #923.)
6. With the exception of events flown under official AMA Competition Regulations, excluding takeoff and landing, no
powered model may be flown outdoors closer than 25 feet to any individual, except for the pilot and the pilot's
helper(s) located at the flightline.
7. Under no circumstances may a pilot or other person touch an outdoor model aircraft in flight while it is still under
power, except to divert it from striking an individual.
8. RC night flying requires a lighting system providing the pilot with a clear view of the model’s attitude and
orientation at all times. Hand-held illumination systems are inadequate for night flying operations.
9. The pilot of an RC model aircraft shall:
(a) Maintain control during the entire flight, maintaining visual contact without enhancement other than by corrective
lenses prescribed for the pilot.
(b) Fly using the assistance of a camera or First-Person View (FPV) only in accordance with the procedures outlined
in AMA Document #550.
(c) Fly using the assistance of autopilot or stabilization system only in accordance with the procedures outlined in
AMA Document #560.
C. FREE FLIGHT
1. Must be at least 100 feet downwind of spectators and automobile parking when the model aircraft is launched.
2. Launch area must be clear of all individuals except mechanics, officials, and other fliers.
3. An effective device will be used to extinguish any fuse on the model aircraft after the fuse has completed its
function.
D. CONTROL LINE
1. The complete control system (including the safety thong where applicable) must have an inspection and pull test
prior to flying.
2. The pull test will be in accordance with the current Competition Regulations for the applicable model aircraft
category.
3. Model aircraft not fitting a specific category shall use those pull-test requirements as indicated for Control Line
Precision Aerobatics.
4. The flying area must be clear of all utility wires or poles and a model aircraft will not be flown closer than 50 feet
to any above-ground electric utility lines.
5. The flying area must be clear of all nonessential participants and spectators before the engine is started.
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PREPARATIONS
Use a covering iron with a covering sock on
high heat to tighten the covering if necessary.
Apply pressure over sheeted areas to
thoroughly bond the covering to the wood.
INSTALLING THE AILERONS
1. Test fit the ailerons to the wing with the hinges.
If the hinges don’t remain centered, stick a pin
through the middle of the hinge to hold it in
position.
2. Apply six drops of thin CA to the top and bottom
of each hinge. Do not use CA accelerator. After
the CA has fully hardened, test the hinges by
pulling on the aileron.
TEMPORARY PIN
TO KEEP HINGE
CENTERED
Aileron
Main Wing
< Bottom view >
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Apply instant glue (CA glue, super glue).
Make certain the hinges are adequately secured with glue. If
they come loose in flight accidents may result.
Secure nylon hinges with instant glue, being careful
not to glue the wing and airleron together.
Align the center line of main wing with aileron.
INSTALLING THE AILERON SERVOS
1. Install the rubber grommets and brass eyelets
onto the aileron servo.
2. Using a modeling knife, remove the covering
from over the pre-cut servo arm exit hole on the
aileron servo tray / hatch. This hole will allow
the servo arm to pass through when installing
the aileron pushrods.
3. Place the servo into the servo tray. Center the
servo within the tray and drill pilot holes
through the block of wood for each of the four
mounting screws provided with the servo.
4. Using the thread as a guide and using masking
tape, tape the servo lead to the end of the
thread: carefully pull the thread out. When you
have pulled the servo lead out, remove the
masking tape and the servo lead from the
thread.
5. Place the aileron servo tray / hatch into the
servo box on the bottom of the wing and drill
pilot holes through the tray and the servo box
for each of the four mounting screws. Secure
the servo tray in place using the mounting
screws provided .
6. Repeat step # 2 - # 5 to install the second
aileron servo in the opposite wing half.
Assemble left and right
sides the same way
Aileron
< Bottom view >
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approx. 13mm
2mm
1.5mm
1.5mm
Aileron Servo
Cut away film only. here
Supplied with the servo
Must be purchased
separately!
Assemble left and right
sides the same way
Cut off shaded portion
2 x 10mm TP Screw
8
Set all scerws securely. If they come
off during flight you will lose control
of your aircraft!
Warning!
2x10mm
2x10mm
Pull out servo cord with string.
2. Attach the clevis to the outer hole in the control
horn. Install a silicone tube on the clevis.
3. Locate one nylon servo arm, and using wire
cutters, remove all but one of the arms. Using a
2mm drill bit, enlarge the third hole out from the
center of the arm to accommodate the aileron
pushrod wire.
4. Plug the aileron servo into the receiver and center
the servo. Install the servo arm onto the servo.
The servo arm should be perpendicular to the
servo and point toward the middle of the wing.
5. Center the aileron and hold it in place using a
couple of pieces of masking tape.
6. With the aileron and aileron servo centered,
carefully place a mark on the aileron pushrod wire
where it crosses the hole in the servo arm.
7. Using pliers, carefully make a 90 degree bend
down at the mark made. Cut off the excess wire,
leaving about 6mm beyond the bend.
8. Insert the 90 degree bend down through the hole in
the servo arm. Install one nylon snap keeper over
the wire to secure it to the arm. Install the servo
arm retaining screw and remove the masking tape
from the aileron.
9. Repeat step # 4 - # 8 to install the second aileron
linkage. After both linkages are completed,
connect both of the aileron servo leads using a
Y-harness you have purchased separately.
INSTALLING THE AILERON LINKAGES
1. Working with the aileron linkage for now, thread
one nylon clevis onto one of the threaded wires.
Neutral
6mm
Mark the spot to attach.
Cut off excess.
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3. Repeat step # 1 - # 2 to install the control horn
on the opposite aileron.
RIGHT WRONG
INSTALLING THE CONTROL HORNS
1. One aileron control horn in positioned on each
aileron. Using a ruler and a pen, locate and mark
the location of the control horn. It should be
mounted on the bottom side of the aileron at the
leading edge, IN LINE with the aileron pushrod.
2. Drill two holes through the aileron using the control
horn as a guide and screw the control horn in
place.
2 x 20mm TP Screw
Snap keeper
Silicone
Plastic Kwik link
Plastic Control Horn
4
2
2
2
2
2
2
100mm Push rod
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Bend 90
Cut off excess.
Assemble left and right
sides the same way
Cut away film only. here.
Aileron Rod
< Bottom view >
Aileron
2x20mm
< Bottom view >
Aileron
Silicone
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< Left Wing >
< Right Wing >
SECURE The Wing To The Fuselage
Attach the wings to the fuselage and secure the
wing panels.
1. Trim the circular areas of covering over each wing
screw.
2. Loosen each screw approximately 4mm. (It is not
necessary, nor recommended, to completely
remove the wing screws.)
3. Trim the covering from the slots for the wing
alignment spares on each side of the top of the
fuselage.
4. Slide the wings into the fuselage. Once flush adjust
the wing screws as necessary and tighten once in
position.
Assemble left and right
sides the same way
Cut off shaded portion
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INSTALLING THE MAIN LANDING GEAR
< Main Gear (R) > < Main Gear (L) >
Assemble left and right
sides the same way
2
10x3mm Aluminum
5mm Nut
5mm Nylon Nut
5mm Washer
4.7mm Collar
2
2
2
4
4
4
4
2
4mm Washer
4mm Spring Washer
4 x 20mm Cap Screw
2
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Cut off shaded portion
Assemble left and right
sides the same way
Whell pant
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Cut off shaded portion
4mm
4mm
4x20mm
Aluminum
Assemble left and right
sides the same way
Collar
Nut
Main gear
Nylon Nut
Washer
Washer
Wheel pant
Wheel
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Apply threadlocker
(screw cement).
Collar
Washer
Washer
Nut
Nylon Nut
Assemble left and right
sides the same way
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INSTALLING THE WING STRUT
Cut off shaded portion
3 x 10mm Button Screw
2
2
4
4
Assemble left and right
sides the same way
3 x 12mm TP Screw
4
4
4
Wood
2
Aluminum ball
Plate of plywood
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360mm
145mm
60mm
325mm
145mm
3x12mm
3x10mm
Assemble left and right
sides the same way
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HORIZONTAL STABILIZER INSTALLATION
1. Using a modeling knife, cut away the covering
from the fuselage for the stabilizer and remove it.
2. Draw a center line onto the horizontal stabilizer.
3. Check the fit of the horizontal stabilizer in its slot.
Make sure the horizontal stabilizer is square and
centered to the fuselage by taking measurements,
but don't glue anything yet.
4. With the horizontal stabilizer correctly aligned, mark
the shape of the fuselage on the top and bottom of
the tail plane using a water soluble /
non-permanent felt-tip pen.
5. Remove the stabilizer. Using the lines you just
drew as a guide, carefully remove the covering
from between them using a modeling knife.
When cutting through the covering to remove it, cut
with only enough pressure to only cut through the
covering it's self. Cutting into the balsa structure
may weaken it. This could lead to possible failure
during flight.v
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6. When you are sure that everything is aligned
correctly, mix up a generous amount of 30 minute
epoxy. Apply a thin layer to the top and bottom of
the stabilizer mounting area and to the stabilizer
mounting platform sides in the fuselage. Slide
the stabilizer in place and re-align. Double check
all of your measurements one more time before
the epoxy cures. Remove any excess epoxy using
a paper towel and rubbing alcohol and hold the
stabilizer in place with T-pins or masking tape.
7. After the epoxy has fully cured, remove the
masking tape or T-pins used to hold the stabilizer
in place and carefully inspect the glue joints. Use
more epoxy to fill in any gaps that were not filled
previously and clean up the excess using a paper
towel and rubbing alcohol.
8. Installing the elevator using C.A glue as installing
the aileron.
Make certain plane is aligned accurately
per the diagram. A mis-aligned plane can
fly erraticaliy and cause accidents.
Warning!
Cut off shaded portion
Secure nylon hinges with instant glue, being
careful vertical fin and rudder.
Align the center line of vertical fin with rudder.
Apply instant glue
(CA glue, super glue).
Apply epoxy glue
INSTALLING ruDDER AND TAIL GEAR
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2mm Collar
3 x 4mm Set Screw
3
3
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Secure nylon hinges with instant glue, being
careful vertical fin and rudder.
Align the center line of vertical fin with rudder.
Apply instant glue
(CA glue, super glue).
Ensure smooth, non-binding
movement when assembling
Apply threadlocker
(screw cement).
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INSTALLING THE RUDDER PUSHROD
1. Locate the pushrod exit slot on the left side of the
fuselage.
2. Carefully cut away the covering material from the
slot.
3. Working from inside the fuselage, slide the
threaded end of the remaining pushrod down the
inside of the fuselage until the pushrod reaches
the exit slot. Carefully reach in with a small screw
driver and guide the pushrod out of the exit slot.
4. Install the clevis on the rudder pushrod. Make sure
6mm of thread shows inside the clevis.
5. The control horn should be mounted on the left
side of the rudder at the leading edge, in line with
the rudder pushrod.
6. Drill two holes through the rudder using the control
horn as a guide and screw the control horn in
place.
7. Attach clevis to the third hole in the control horn.
Install a silicone tube on the clevis.
Set all screws securely. If they come off during
flight you will lose control of your aircraft!
8. Locate one nylon servo arm, and using wire
cutters, remove all but one of the arms using a
2mm drill bit, enlarge the third hole out from the
center to accommodate the rudder pushrod wire.
9. Plug the rudder servo into the receiver and center
the servo. Install the servo arm onto the servo.
10. Center the rudder and hold it in place using a
piece of masking tape.
11. With the rudder and rudder servo centered,
carefully place a mark on the rudder pushrod wire
where it crosses the hole in the servo arm.
12. Using a pliers, carefully make a 90 degree bend
up at the mark made. Cut off excess wire, leaving
about 6mm beyond the bend.
13. Insert the 90 degree bend up through the hole in
the servo arm. Install one nylon snap keeper over
the wire to secure it to the arm. Install the servo
arm retaining screw and remove the masking tape
from the rudder.
14.Using thick CA glue, secure the pushrod sleeves to
the pushrod sleeve guide.
2 x 30mm Screw
Snap keeper
Silicone
Plastic Kwik link
Plastic Control Horn
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
700mm Push rod
90 Degree
Install the horn in a position
so the rod is straight
Set all screws securely. If they
come off during flight you will
lose control of your aircraft!
approx. 13mm
Must be purchased separately!
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Use this hole
Cut away film only. here.
Cut off shaded portion
Cut off excess.
Rudder Rod
2x30mm
Hatch
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Pay close attention
Cut off excess.
Rudder Servo
Rudder Servo
< Top view>
< Side view>
< Left side view>
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INSTALLING THE ELEVATOR PUSHROD
1. Locate the pushrod exit slot on the right side
and left side of the fuselage. It is located
slightly ahead and below the horizontal
stabilizer.
2. Carefully cut away the covering material from
the slot.
3. Working from inside the fuselage, slide the
threaded end of the pushrod until it reaches the
exit slot. Carefully reach in with a small screw
driver and guide the pushrod out of the exit slot.
4. Install the clevis into the two elevator pushrod.
Make sure 6mm of thread shows inside the clevis.
5. The control horn should be mounted on the
bottom, left side and right side of the elevator at
the leading edge, in line with the elevator
pushrod.
9. Locate one nylon servo arm, and using wire
cutters, remove all but one of the arms. Using a
2mm drill bit, enlarge the third hole out from the
center to accommodate the elevator pushrod
wire.
10. Plug the elevator servo into the receiver and
center the servo. Install the servo arm onto the
servo. The servo arm should be perpendicular
to the servo and point toward the middle of the
fuselage.
11. Be sure both elevator halves are flat. Center
both elevator halves and hold them in place
using a couple of pieces of masking tape.
6. Drill two holes through the elevator using the
control horn as a guide and screw the control
horn in place.
7. Attach clevis to the third hole in the control
horn. Install a silicone tube on the clevis.
8. Connect the two elevator pushrod using the
domino.
12. With the elevator halves and elevator servo
centered, carefully place a mark on the
elevator pushrod wire where it crosses the
hole in the servo arm.
13. Using pliers, carefully make a 90 degree bend
up at the mark made. Cut off the excess wire,
leaving about 8mm beyond the bend.
14. Insert the 90 degree bend up through the hole
in the servo arm, install one nylon snap keeper
over the wire to secure it to the arm. Install the
servo arm retaining screw and remove the
masking tape the elevator halves.
Cut away film only. here.
Cut off excess.
Cut off shaded portion
2 x 16mm TP Screw
Snap keeper
Silicone
Plastic Kwik link
Plastic Control Horn
4
1
2
2
2
2
1
100mm Push rod
2
1
700mm Push rod
Domino
2x16mm
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Set all screws securely. If they come off during
flight you will lose control of your aircraft!
approx. 13mm
Must be purchased
separately!
Cut off shaded portion
Cut off excess.
Pay close attention here
< Top view.>
Elevator Rod
Domino
Elevator
Elevator Rod
3x4mm
Elevator Servo
Domino
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INSTALLING THE ENGINE MOUNT
4 x 25mm Screw
4
4
4
4mm Washer
4mm Spring Washer
May be you also need to trim
some wood from the tri-angle
wood for the installation is easy.
Apply epoxy glue
Hatch
!
1. The stopper has been pre-assembled at the
factory.
2. Using a modeling knife, cut one length of silicon
fuel line (the length of silicon fuel line is
calculated by how the weighted clunk should
rest about 5mm away from the rear of the tank
and move freely inside the tank). Connect one
end of the line to the weighted clunk and the
other end to the nylon pick up tube in the
stopper.
3. Carefully bend the second nylon tube up at a 45
degree angle (using a cigarette lighter). This
tube will be the vent tube to the muffler.
4. Carefully bend the third nylon tube down at a 45
degree angle (using a cigarette lighter). This
tube will be vent tube to the fueling valve.
When the stopper assembly is installed in the
tank, the top of the vent tube should rest just
below the top surface of the tank. It should not
touch the top of the tank.
5. Test fit the stopper assembly into the tank. It
may be necessary to remove some of the
flashing around the tank opening using a
modeling knife. If flashing is present, make
sure none of it falls into the tank.
INSTALLING THE Fuel Tank
!
6. When satisfied with the alignment of the stopper
assembly tighten the 3mm x 20mm machine
screw until the rubber stopper expands and
seals the tank opening. Do not over tighten the
assembly as this could cause the tank to split.
7. Using a modeling knife, cut 3 lengths of fuel line
. Connect 2 lines to the 2 vent tubes and 1 line
to the fuel pickup tube in the stopper.
8. Feed three lines through the fuel tank
compartment and through the pre-drilled hole in
the firewall. Pull the lines out from behind the
engine, while guiding the fuel tank into place.
Push the fuel tank as far forward as possible,
the front of the tank should just about touch the
back of the firewall.
Blow through one of the lines to ensure the fuel
lines have not become kinked inside the fuel
tank compartment. Air should flow through
easily.
Do not secure the tank into place permanently
until after balancing the airplane. You may
need to remove the tank to mount the battery in
the fuel tank compartment.
9. Secure the fuel tank.
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4x25mm
4x25mm
4mm
4mm
Engine Mount
Apply threadlocker
(screw cement).
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Foam ring
Zip tie
Silicone Tube
Fuel Tank
Refer to engin’s instruction
manual and set up piping.
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INSTALLING THE THROTTLE PUSHROD SERVO
1. Place the engine into the engine mount and align it
properly with the front of the cowling.
If your engine is equipped with a remote needle
valve, we suggest installing it into the engine at
this time.
2. Slide the pushrod housing through the hole in the
firewall, through the hole in the forward bulkhead,
and into the servo compartment.
!
3. Apply epoxy glue to the pushrod housing where it
exits the firewall and where it passes through the
forward bulkhead. This will secure the housing in
place.
4. Using a modeling knife, cut off the nylon pushrod
housing 26mm in front of the servo tray.
Apply epoxy glue
Temporarily install the engine and
make a hole for the throttle rod by
aligning with the position of the
throttle lever.
3mm
PP Pipe
PP Pipe
INSTALLING THE ENGINE
Locate the long piece of wire used for the throttle
pushrod. One end of the wire has been pre-bend
in to a "Z" bend at the factory. This "Z" bend
should be inserted into the throttle arm of the
engine when the engine is fitted onto the engine
mount. Fit the engine to the engine mount using
the screws provided.
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Must be purchased
separately!
.46-.55 OS
3mm
3mm
3x25mm
3x25mm
3x25mm Cap Screw
3mm Nylon Nut
3mm Washer
.46-.55 OS
Throttle rod
3. Slide the adjustable metal connector / servo arm
assembly over the plain end of the pushrod wire.
Position the throttle stick and the throttle trim at
their lowest positions.
4. Manually push the carburator barrel fully closed.
Angle the arm back about 45 degree from center
and attach the servo arm onto the servo. With the
carburator barrel fully closed, tighte the set screw
in the adjustable metal connector.
5. Remove the excess throttle pushrod wire using
wire cutters and install the servo arm retaining
screw.
!
INSTALLING THE THROTTLE
1. Install one adjustable metal connector through
the third hole out from the center of one servo
arm, enlarge the hole in the servo arm using a
2mm drill bit to accommodate the servo
connector. Remove the excess material from
the arm.
After installing the adjustable metal connector
apply a small drop of thin C/A to the bottom nut.
This will prevent the connector from loosening
during flight.
2. Plug the throttle servo into the receiver and turn on
the radio system. Check to ensure that the throttle
servo output shaft is moving in the correct
direction. When the throttle stick is moved forward
from idle to full throttle, the throttle barrel should
also open and close using this motion. If not,
reverse the direction of the servo, using the
transmitter.
Connector
1
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Must be purchased
separately!
115mm
Throttle Rod
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< Throttle Idling >
approx. 1mm
Carburetor
Throttle Servo
Throttle position of Tx.
< Throttle Hi > < Throttle Stop >
Must be purchased
separately!
Cut off shaded portion
Apply threadlocker
(screw cement).
Ensure smooth, non-binding
movement when assembling
Adjust the throttle input (transmitter throttle stick), throttle trim movement and
the carburattor opening to the suitable position and screw in the 4x4mm set screw.
Throttle servo
4x4mm
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MOUNTING THE COWL
1. Remove the muffler and needle valve assembly
from the engine. Slide the fiberglass cowl over
the engine.
2. Measure and mark the locations to be cut out
for engine head clearance, needle valve,
muffler. Remove the cowl and make these
cutouts using a rotary tool with a cutting disc
and a rotary sanding drum attachment.
3. Slide the cowl back into place. Align the front of
the cowl with the crankshaft of the engine. The
front of the cowl should be positioned so the
crankshaft is in the middle of the precut
opening. Hold the cowl firmly in place using
several pieces of masking tape.
4. While holding the cowl firmly in position, drill
four 1,6mm pilot holes through both the cowl
and the side edges of the firewall.
5. Using a 3mm drill bit, enlarge the holes in the
cowling.
Enlarging the holes through the cowl will prevent
the fiberglass from splitting when the mounting
screws are installed.
6. Slide the cowl back over the engine and secure it
in place using screws.
7. Install the muffler. Connect the fuel and pressure
lines to the carburator, muffler and fuel filler
valve. Tighten the screws completely.
!
3 x 10mm TP Screw
4
Trim the cowling so it will
match your engine
Washer
5mm
Cut off shaded portion
Apply epoxy glue
Plate of plywood
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Apply epoxy glue
Plate of plywood
Silicone Glue
Cut off shaded portion
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INSTALLING THE SPINNER
Install the spinner back-plate, propeller and
spinner cone.
The propeller should not touch any part of the
spinner cone. If it dose, use a sharp modeling
knife and carefully trim away the spinner cone
where the propeller comes in contact with it.
!
3x12mm TP Screw
2
3x10mm
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!
INSTALLING THE RECEIVER AND BATTERY
1. Plug the servo leads and the switch lead into the
receiver. You may want to plug an aileron
extension into the receiver to make plugging in the
aileron servo lead easier when you are installing
the wing. Plug the battery pack lead into the
switch.
2. Wrap the receiver and battery pack in the protective
foam to protect them from vibration. Use a rubber
band or masking tape to hold the foam in place.
Do not permanently secure the receiver and battery
until after balancing the model.
INSTALLING THE SWITCH
1. The switch should be mounted on the fuselage
side, opposite the muffler, close enough to the
receiver so the lead will reach. Use the face plate
of the switch cut out and locate the mounting
holes.
2. Cut out the switch hole using a modeling knife.
Use a 2mm drill bit and drill out the two mounting
holes through the fuselage side.
3. Secure the switch in place using the two machine
screws provided with the radio system.
Must be purchased
separately!
Spinner
Spinner
Propeller
3x12mm
Must be purchased
separately!
Foam Pad
Receiver
Tape
Switch
On
Foam Pad
Tape
Battery
Off
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INSTALLING THE ELECTRIC MOTOR
4mm Washer
4mm Spring Washer
4 x 60mm Cap Screw
4mm Mount Nut
4 x 16mm Cap Screw
4
8
5mm Washer
8
10x35mm Aluminum
4
8
4
4
4x16mm
4mm
4x16mm
4mm
Must be purchased
separately!
Apply threadlocker
(screw cement).
White glue
4x60mm
4x60mm
4mm
4mm
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Must be purchased
separately!
Battery
Velcro
Electric Speed Controller
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When rotating clock wise, change the
connection of 2 wires.
Electric Speed Controller
Battery
< Check the motor rotation >
3. If the nose of the plane falls, the plane is nose
heavy. To correct this first move the battery pack
further back in the fuselage. If this is not possible
or does not correct it, stick small amounts of lead
weight on the fuselage under the horizontal
stabilizer. If the tail of the plane falls, the plane is
tail heavy. To correct this, move the battery and
receiver forward or if this is not possible, stick
weight into the firewall. When balanced correctly,
the airplane should sit level or slightly nose down
when you lift it up with your fingers.
BALANCING
1. It is critical that your airplane be balanced correctly.
Improper balance will cause your plane to lose
control and crash.
THE CENTER OF GRAVITY IS LOCATED 90mm
(3.5 in) BACK FROM THE LEADING EDGE OF
THE UPPER WING.
2. Mount the wing to the fuselage. Using a couple of
pieces of masking tape, place them on the bottom
side of the wing 90mm (3.5 in) back from the
leading edge.
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Top Hatch
Open and close
!
LATERAL BALANCE
After you have balanced a plane on the C.G.
You should laterally balance it. Doing this will
help the airplane track straighter.
1. Turn the airplane upside down. Attach one loop
of heavy string to the engine crankshaft and
one to the tail wheel wire. With the wings level,
carefully lift the airplane by the string. This may
require two people to make it easier.
2. If one side of the wing fall, that side is heavier
than the opposite. Add small amounts of lead
weight to the bottom side of the lighter wing
half's wing tip. Follow this procedure until the
wing stays level when you lift the airplane.
CONTROL THROWS
1. We highly recommend setting up a plane using
the control throws listed.
2. The control throws should be measured at the
widest point of each control surface.
3. Check to be sure the control surfaces move in
the correct directions.
90mm
(3.5 in)
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FLIGHT PREPARATION PRE FLIGHT CHECK
1. Completely charge your transmitter and receiver
batteries before your first day of flying.
2. Check every bolt and every glue joint in your
plane to ensure that everything is tight and well
bonded.
3. Double check the balance of the airplane
4. Check the control surface
5. Check the receiver antenna . It should be fully
extended and not coiled up inside the fuselage.
6. Properly balance the propeller.
Aileron 11mm up 11mm down
Elevator 12mm up 12mm down
Rudder 30mm right 30mm left
Aileron 14mm up 14mm down
Elevator 14mm up 14mm down
Rudder 45mm right 45mm left
LOW RATE
HIGH RATE
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Elevator Control
Aileron Control
11mm
11mm
Rudder Control
30mm
30mm
12mm
12mm
BASIC CONNECTION FOR AIRPLANE AND ADJUSTMENT OF SERVOS
FOR YOUR RADIO INSTALLATION
Example of connection
For more information, refer to radio system instruction manual.
Follow instruction manual of Engine and Battery.
Y-Harness
Switch
Receiver
Engine
Throttle Servo
Battery (Receiver)
Elevator Servo
Elevator
Aileron Servo
Aileron Servo
Aileron
Aileron
Rudder Servo
Rudder
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Main Gear Dimensional Detail
Tail Gear Dimensional Detail
12.0
23.1
57.8
21.5
2.2
90.3
2.0
9.2
24.0
41.3
32.5
20.0
30.0
Ø5.4
29.0
8.0
3.0
160.0
130.0
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DECORATION
< Bottom view >
< Top view >
< Side view >
< Side view >
3x10mm(TP)
44
3x12mm(TP)
4x25mm
4x25mm
3x25mm
3x25mm
3mm
3mm
4mm
4x60mm
4mm
4mm
4mm
4mm
4x60mm
5mm
5mm
10x35mm
4x20mm
75mm
75mm
4x20mm
4mm
4mm
3x4mm
4x16mm
4mm
4x16mm
4mm
45
EXPLODED VIEW
2x10mm(TP)
2mm
2mm
2x10mm
4x4mm
2x10mm(TP)
3x4mm
2x16mm
2x16mm
2x20mm
2x30mm
2x20mm
I/C FLIGHT WARNINGS
Always operate in open areas, away
from factories, hospitals, schools,
buildings and houses etc. NEVER fly
your aircraft close to people or built
up areas.
THE PROPELLER IS DANGEROUS
Keep fingers, clothing (ties, shirt
sleeves, scarves) or any other loose
objects that could be caught or drawn
in, away from the propeller. Take care
at ALL times.
Keep all onlookers (especially small
children and animals) well back from
the area of operation. This is a flying
aircraft, which will cause serious
injury in case of impact with a person
or animal.
NEVER fly near power lines, aerials
or other dangerous areas including
airports, motorways etc.
NEVER use damaged or deformed
propellers or spinners.
DO NOT dispose of empty fuel
containers on a fire, this can lead to
an explosion.
NEVER fly in wet conditions or on
windy or stormy days.
ALWAYS adjust the engine from
behind the propeller, and do not allow
any part of your body to be in line
with the propeller.
I/C FLIGHT GUIDELINES
Made in Vietnam
When ready to fly, first extend the
transmitter aerial.
Operate the control sticks on the
transmitter and check that the control
surfaces move freely and in the
CORRECT directions.
ALWAYS land the model INTO the
wind, this ensures that the model lands
at the slowest possible speed.
Switch on the transmitter.
Switch off the transmitter.
Check that the transmitter batteries
have adequate power.
Switch off the receiver.
Switch on the receiver.
ALWAYS take off into the wind.
Check that the wings are correctly
fitted to the fuselage.
If the model does not respond correctly
to the controls, land it as soon as
possible and correct the fault.
Empty the fuel tank after flying, fuel left
in the tank can cause corrosion and
lead to engine problems.
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