Top Flite A0910 INSTRUCTION BOOK

WARRANTY.....

Top Fite

®

Model

Manufacturing Co. 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 damaged by use or modification.In no case shall Top

Flites’liability exceed the original cost of the purchased kit.

Further, Top Flite reserves the right to change or modify

this warranty without notice.

In that Top Flite has no control over the final assembly or

material used for final assembly, no liability shall be

assumed nor accepted for any damage resulting from

the use by the user of the final user-assembled product.

By the act of using the user-assembled product, the user

accepts all resulting liability.

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.

To make a warranty claim send the defective part or item

to Hobby Services at the following address:

Hobby Services

3002 N. Apollo Dr. Suite 1

Champaign IL 61822

USA

Include a letter stating your name, return shipping

address, as much contact information as possible

(daytime telephone number , fax number, e-mail address),

a detailed description of the problem and a photocopy of

the purchase receipt. Upon receipt of the package the

problem will be evaluated as quickly as possible.

Top Flite Models Champaign, IL Telephone [phone], Ext. 5 [e-mail]

READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE STARTING CONSTRUCTION. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF THIS MODEL.

TOPZ0910 for TOPA0910 V1.0

Entire Contents © Copyright 2006

Wingspan: 81 in [2057mm]

Wing Area: 914 sq in [58.9dm

2

]

Weight: 17-20 lb [7710-9070g]

Wing Loading: 43-50 oz/sq ft

[131-153g/dm

2

]

Length: 66 in [1680mm]

Radio: 6-Channel minimum w/8 servos (8- or 9-channel

w/9 servos required for optional retracts)

Engines (2): .46-.51 cu in [7.5-8.5 cc] 2-stroke or

.70-.80 cu in [11.5-13 cc] 4-stroke

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

DECISIONS YOU MUST MAKE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Radio Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Engine Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Optional Retractable Landing Gear . . . . . . . 4

ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED. . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Adhesives and Building Supplies. . . . . . . . . 4

Optional Supplies and Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . 5

KIT CONTENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

PREPARATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

ASSEMBLE THE FUSELAGE STAND . . . . . . . . 7

ASSEMBLE THE WING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Install the Ailerons and Flaps . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Mount the Plywood Engine Nacelles . . . . . . 9

Install the Flap, Throttle and Aileron

Servos and Pushrods. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Mount the Wing Tip to the Wing. . . . . . . . . 11

Install the Engine and Fuel Tank . . . . . . . . 12

Install the Fiberglass Nacelles. . . . . . . . . . 13

Install the Spinners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Join the Wings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

ASSEMBLE THE FUSELAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Install the Elevator and Rudder . . . . . . . . . 15

Install the Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Install the Radio, Elevator

and Rudder Servos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

INSTALL THE LANDING GEAR . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Nose Gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Main Gear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

RETRACTABLE LANDING GEAR . . . . . . . . . . 22

Nose Gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Main Gear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Install the Retract Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . 25

FINAL ASSEMBLY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Completing the Radio Installation . . . . . . . 26

Connecting the Lighting System . . . . . . . . 26

Apply the Decals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY . . . . . . . . . . 27

Check the Control Directions. . . . . . . . . . . 27

Set the Control Throws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Balance the Model (C.G.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Balance the Model Laterally . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Adjusting the Retractable Landing Gear. . . 29

PREFLIGHT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Identify Your Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Charge the Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Balance Propellers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Ground Check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Range Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

ENGINE RUN IN INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . 30

ENGINE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . 30

AMA SAFETY CODE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

IMAA SAFETY CODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

CHECK LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

FLYING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Takeoff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Flight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Landing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Engine Out Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on the purchase of your Cessna

310! This is one of the finest ARF aircraft we have

ever produced. It is an airplane that is sure to turn

heads at the field and get everyone’s attention as

soon as you are airborne. The molded fiberglass

fuselage and wing tips have faithfully re-created this

classic twin with many fine details and a tremendous

paint finish. Many of the bad tendencies of twin

engine aircraft have been engineered out of this

model so this plane is easily within the capability of

the average intermediate pilot. We are sure this

plane will bring you many hours of flying enjoyment!

For the latest technical updates or manual corrections

to the Cessna 310 visit the Top Flite web site at

www.top-flite.com. Open the “Airplanes” link, then

select the Cessna 310 ARF. If there is new technical

information or changes to this model a “tech notice”

box will appear in the upper left corner of the page.

AMA

In addition to joining a radio control club, we strongly

recommend you join the AMA (Academy of Model

Aeronautics). The AMA is the governing body of

model aviation and membership is required to fly at

AMA clubs. Though joining the AMA provides many

benefits, one of the primary reasons to join is liability

protection. Coverage is not limited to flying at

contests or on the club field. It even applies to flying

at public demonstrations and air shows. Failure to

comply with the Safety Code (excerpts printed in the

back of the manual) may endanger insurance

coverage. Additionally, training programs and

instructors are available at AMA club sites to help

you get started the right way. There are over 2,500

AMA chartered clubs across the country. Contact the

AMA at the address or toll-free phone number below:

Academy of Model

Aeronautics

5151 East Memorial Drive

Muncie, IN 47302-9252

Tele. [phone]

Fax [phone]

Or via the Internet at: www.modelaircraft.org

IMPORTANT!!!

Two of the most important things you can do to

preserve the radio controlled aircraft hobby are to

avoid flying near full-scale aircraft and avoid flying

near or over groups of people.

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IMAA

The Top Flite Cessna 310 is an excellent sport-scale

model and is eligible to fly in IMAA ev ents.The IMAA

(International Miniature Aircraft Association) is an

organization that promotes non-competitive flying of

giant-scale models. If you plan to attend an IMAA

event, obtain a copy of the IMAA Safety Code by

contacting the IMAA at the following address or

telephone number, or b y logging on to their web site .

IMAA

205 S. Hilldale Road

Salina, KS 67401

[phone]

www.fly-imaa.org/imaa/sanction.html.

SCALE COMPETITION

Though the Top Flite Cessna 310 is an ARF and

may not have the same level of detail as an “all-out”

scratch-built competition model, it is a scale model

nonetheless and is therefore eligible to compete in

the Fun Scale class in AMA competition (we receive

many favorable reports of Top Flite ARFs in scale

competition!). In Fun Scale, the “builder of the

model” rule does not apply.To receive the five points

for scale documentation, the only proof required that

a full size aircraft of this type in this paint/markings

scheme did exist is a single sheet such as a kit box

cover from a plastic model, a photo, or a profile

painting, etc. If the photo is in black and white other

written documentation of color must be provided.

Contact the AMA for a rule book with full details.

If you would like photos of full-size Cessna 310s for

scale documentation, or if you would like to study

the photos to add more scale details, photo packs

are available from:

Bob’s Aircraft Documentation

3114 Y uk on A ve

Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Telephone: [phone]

Fax:[phone]

www.bobsairdoc.com

1.Your Cessna 310 should not be considered a toy, but

rather a sophisticated, working model that functions very

much like a full-size airplane. Because of its

performance capabilities, the Cessna 310, if not

assembled and operated correctly, could possibly cause

injury to yourself or spectators and damage to property.

2. You must assemble the model according to the

instructions. Do not alter or modify the model, as

doing so may result in an unsafe or unflyable model.

In a few cases the instructions may diff er slightly from

the photos.In those instances the written instructions

should be considered as correct.

3.You must take time to build straight, trueand strong.

4.You must use an R/C radio system that is in first-

class condition, and correctly sized engines and

components (fuel tank, wheels, etc.) throughout the

building process.

5. You must correctly install all R/C and other

components so that the model operates correctly on

the ground and in the air.

6. You must check the operation of the model before

every flight to insure that all equipment is operating and

that the model has remained structurally sound.Be sure

to check clevises or other connectors often and replace

them if they show any signs of wear or fatigue.

7. If you are not an experienced pilot or have not flown

this type of model before, we recommend that you get

the assistance of an experienced pilot in your R/C club

for your first flights.If you’ re not a member of a club , your

local hobby shop has information about clubs in your

area whose membership includes experienced pilots.

8. WARNING: The cowl, fuselage, nacelles and tail

cone included in this kit 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.

Remember: Take your time and follow the

instructions to end up with a well-built model that

is straight and true.

DECISIONS YOU MUST MAKE

This is a partial list of items required to finish the

Cessna 310 that may require planning or decision

making before starting to build. Order numbers are

provided in parentheses.

RADIO EQUIPMENT

Transmitter and Receiver

A minimum of a 6 channel radio is required but

because of the number of servos in this model you

may wish to eliminate the use of “Y” connectors. An

8- or 9- channel radio may be preferable.

Servos

(2) 40 oz-in servos for the throttles

(1) 40 oz-in servo for the retract (optional)

(6) 54 oz-in servos 2-flaps, 2-ailerons,

1-rudder, 1-elevator

We, as the kit manuf acturer , pro vide you with a top

quality, thoroughly tested kit and instructions, but

ultimately the quality and flyability of your finished

model depend on how you build it; therefore, we

cannot in any way guarantee the performance of

your completed model, and no representations

are expressed or implied as to the performance or

safety of your completed model.

PRO TECT YOUR MODEL,

YOURSELF & OTHERS

FOLLO W THESE IMPORT ANT

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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Servo Extensions

(3) Y-har ness (HCAM2751 for Futaba

®

)

(4) 6" [150mm] extension (HCAM2701 for Futaba)

(2) 12" [300mm] extension (HCAM2711 for Futaba)

(4) 24" [610mm] extension (HCAM2721 for Futaba)

Batteries

1000 mAh NiCd battery for the receiver

500 mAh NiCd battery for the lighting system

ENGINE RECOMMENDATIONS

Engine

The recommended engine size for the Cessna 310 is

a .46-.50 two-stroke. This airplane was extensively

flown on the O.S.

®

.46AX two stroke engines and

Bisson muffler. Though your instincts might tell you

that a plane of this size and weight will be

underpowered with these engines, this is not true.

During our test flights we used these engines for

taking off from grass and asphalt with no problems.

The climb out from take off was impressive. Once the

plane was at altitude the plane was flown at 1/2 to 3/4

throttle. As par t of our testing the plane was flown on

a single engine from both the right and left nacelle.

The O.S. .46 was enough power to maintain flying

altitude, fly a figure eight, and a rectangle approach to

the runway. The airplane has the power to fly on one

engine but not enough to climb out from a missed

landing approach.The O.S..46 or .50 SX is the engine

of choice to keep ev erything hidden under the nacelle.

Muffler

The Bisson Pitts Muffler (BISG4046) fits very well in

the nacelle and is the recommended after market

muffler for the Cessna 310.

OPTIONAL RETRACTABLE

LANDING GEAR

Robart Cessna 310 Retracts (ROBQ1623)

Robart Standard Air Kit with variable

rate valve (ROBQ2302)

10' [1meter] Pressure tubing (ROBQ2369)

(2) Air line quick disconnects (ROBQ2395)

ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED

ADHESIVES & BUILDING SUPPLIES

This is the list of Adhesives and Building Supplies

that are required to finish the Cessna 310.

❏ 3' [900mm] standard silicone fuel

tubing (GPMQ4131)

❏ 1/2 oz. [15g] Thin Pro

™

CA (GPMR6001)

❏ 1 oz. [30g] Medium Pro CA+ (GPMR6008)

❏ Pro 30-minute epoxy (GPMR6047)

❏ Pro 6-minute epoxy (GPMR6045)

❏ Drill bits: 1/16" [1.6mm], 5/64" [2mm], 3/32"

[2.4mm], 7/64" [2.8mm], 1/8" [3.2mm], 11/64"

[4.4mm]

❏ Silver solder w/flux (GPMR8070)

❏ #1 Hobby knife (HCAR0105)

❏ #11 blades (5-pack, HCAR0211)

❏ Medium T-pins (100, HCAR5150)

❏ Masking tape (TOPR8018)

❏ Threadlocker thread locking cement (GPMR6060)

❏ Denatured alcohol (for epoxy clean up)

❏ Hot melt glue and glue gun (available at hobby,

craft and hardware outlets)

OPTIONAL SUPPLIES & TOOLS

Here is a list of optional tools mentioned in the

manual that will help you build the Cessna 310.

❏ 21st Century

®

sealing iron (COVR2700)

❏ 21st Century iron cover (COVR2702)

❏ 4 oz. [113g] aerosol CA activator (GPMR634)

❏ CA applicator tips (HCAR3780)

❏ Epoxy brushes (6, GPMR8060)

❏ Mixing sticks (50, GPMR8055)

❏ Mixing cups (GPMR8056)

❏ Hobbico Duster

™

compressed air (HCAR5500)

❏ Rotary tool such as Dremel

®

❏ Rotary tool reinforced cut-off wheel (GPMR8020)

❏ Servo horn dr ill (HCAR0698)

❏ Dead Center

™

Engine Mount Hole

Locator (GPMR8130)

❏ AccuThrow

™

Deflection Gauge (GPMR2405)

❏ CG Machine

™

(GPMR2400)

❏ Precision Magnetic Prop Balancer (TOPQ5700)

IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES

• There are two types of screws used in this kit:

Sheet metal screws are designated by a number

and a length. For example #6 x 3/4" [19mm]

This is a number six screw that is

3/4" [19mm] long.

Machine screws are designated by a number, threads

per inch, and a length.For example 4-40 x 3/4" [19mm]

This is a number four screw that

is 3/4" [19mm] long with forty

threads per inch.

Socket head cap screws are designated by a

number, threads per inch and a length.For example

4-40 x 3/4" [19mm]

This is a number four screw that

is 3/4" [19mm] long with forty

threads per inch

.

• When you see the term test fit in the instructions, it

means that you should first position the part on the

assembly without using any glue, and then slightly

modify or custom fit the part as necessar y for the

best fit.

•Whenever the term glue is written you should rely upon

your experience to decide what type of glue to use.

When a specific type of adhesive works best for that

step, the instructions will make a recommendation.

• Whenever just epoxy is specified you may use

either 30-minute (or 45-minute) epoxy or 6-minute

epoxy. When 30-minute epoxy is specified it is

highly recommended that you use only 30-minute

(or 45-minute) epoxy, because you will need the

working time and/or the additional strength.

• Photos and sketches are placed bef ore the step they

refer to .Frequently you can study photos in follo wing

steps to get another view of the same parts.

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• The Cessna 310 is factory-covered with Top Flite

MonoKote

®

film. Should repairs ever be required,

MonoKote can be patched with additional MonoKote

purchased separately. MonoKote is packaged in six-

foot rolls, but some hob by shops also sell it by the f oot.

If only a small piece of MonoKote is needed for a

minor patch, perhaps a fellow modeler would giv e y ou

some. MonoKote is applied with a model airplane

covering iron, but in an emergency a regular iron could

be used. A roll of MonoKote includes full instructions

for application. Following are the colors used on this

model and order numbers for six foot rolls.

White - TOPQ0204

Sky Blue - TOPQ0206

Insignia Blue - TOPQ0207

METRIC CONVERSIONS

To convert inches to millimeters, multiply inches by 25.4

.4mm = 1/64"

.8mm = 1/32"

1.6mm = 1/16"

2.4mm = 3/32"

3.2mm = 1/8"

4mm = 5/32"

4.8mm = 3/16"

6.4mm = 1/4"

9.5mm = 3/8"

12.7mm = 1/2"

15.9mm = 5/8"

19mm = 3/4"

25.4mm = 1"

50.8mm = 2"

76.2mm = 3"

152.4mm = 6"

304.8mm = 12"

381mm = 15"

457.2mm = 18"

533.4mm = 21"

609.6mm = 24"

762mm = 30"

914.4mm = 36"

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS

Replacement parts for the Top Flite Cessna 310 are

available using the order numbers in the

Replacement Parts List that follows. The fastest,

most economical service can be provided by your

hobby dealer or mail-order company.

To locate a hobby dealer, visit the Hobbico web site

at www.hobbico.com. Choose “Where to Buy” at the

bottom of the menu on the left side of the page.

Follow the instructions provided on the page to

locate a U.S., Canadian or International dealer.

Parts may also be ordered directly from Hobby

Services by calling [phone], or via facsimile

at [phone], but full retail prices and shipping

and handling charges will apply. Illinois and Nevada

residents will also be charged sales tax. If ordering

via fax, include a Visa

®

or MasterCard

®

number and

expiration date for payment.

Mail parts orders and payments by personal check to:

Hobby Services

3002 N Apollo Drive, Suite 1

Champaign IL 61822

Be certain to specify the order number exactly as

listed in the Replacement Parts List. Payment by

credit card or personal check only; no C.O.D.

If additional assistance is required for any reason

contact Product Support at:

[phone]

[e-mail]

REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST

Description How to purchase

Missing pieces Contact Product Support

Instruction manual Contact Product Support

Full-size plans Not available

Order # Description

TOPA1660 Wing Set

TOPA1661 Fuselage Set

TOPA1662 Wing Tip Set

TOPA1663 Tail Set

TOPA1664 Left Engine Pod

TOPA1665 Right Engine Pod

TOPA1666 Landing Gear

TOPA1667 Decal Set

TOPA1668 Wing Tubes (2)

TOPA1669 Tail Tubes (2)

TOPA1670 Windshield/Windows

TOPA1671 Gear Doors

TOPA1672 Aluminum Spinner

TOPA1673 Tail Cone

TOPA1674 Rudder

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PARTS NOT PHOTOGRAPHED

(2) 2-56 Metal Clevis

(1) 4-40 Threaded Metal Clevis

(2) 4-40 Solder Clevis

(4) Brass Screw Lock Connector

(2) 4-40 Nut

(8) 6-32 Blind Nut

(2) 8-32 Blind Nut

(2) 2-56 Nut

(3) .080 Nut

(7) 1/4-20 Blind Nut

(2) Large Nylon Control Horn

(6) 1/4-20 Bolts

(4) 2-56 Nylon Clevis

(2) Large Black Control Horn

(1) 2-56 Nylon Ball Link Socket

(4) Nylon Retainer

(2) CA Hinge Strip

(5) Faslink

(2) 36" Gray outer Pushrod Tube

(9) Silicone Clevis Keeper

(8) #4 x 1/2" [13mm] Sheet

Metal Screw

(2) 4-40 x 1/4" [6mm] SHCS

(32) #2 x 3/8" [10mm] SMS

(16) #6 x 1/2" [13mm] SMS

(4) 8-32 x 1" [25mm] Slotted MS

16 6-32 x 3/4" [19mm] SHCS

(3) .080 Ball

(8) #2 x 3/8" [10mm] Wood Screw

(2) 8-32 x 1" [25mm] SHCS

(4) 4-40 x 1/8" [3mm] SHS

(8) #2 x 1/2" [13mm] SMS

(2) .074 x12" Wire [305mm]

(5) .074 x 6" [152mm] Wire

(2) 4-40 x 36" [914mm] Threaded Rod

(32) #6 Flat Washer

(2) #4 Flat Washer

(20) #2 Flat Washer

(2) #8 Lock Washer

(14) #8 Flat Washer

(28) #6 Lock Washer

(4) Crimp Connector

(1) 1/4-20 Thumb Screw

(4) Flat Nylon Strap

(4) Humped Landing Gear Strap

(3) 4x200mm Nylon Tie Strap

(1) .5 x 1000mm Cable

(2) 8x40mm Nylon Dowel with Pin

(4) 8x30mm Nylon Dowel

(2) 2-56 Brass Connector

(8) Pinned Hinge

(2) Aluminum Door Mount Brackets

(8) 2 x 10mm Screws

(8) 2mm Nuts

(6) Wheel Collars and Set Screws

(3) Fiberglass Landing Gear Doors

(1) 4-40 x 12" [305mm] Fully

Threaded Rod

KIT CONTENTS

1. Fuselage

2. Nacelles (L&R)

3. Spinners

4. Engine Mounts

5. Fuel Tanks

6. Wood Nacelle (Left)

14. Pilot

15. Wing Fairing (L&R)

16. Gear Door (L&R)

17. Landing Gear Covers

18. Wheels

19. Landing Gear

7. Wood Nacelle (Right)

8. Wing Half (Left)

9. Wing Half (Right)

10. Wing Tip (Right)

11. Wing Tip (Left)

12. Lower Nacelle Covers

13. Cockpit Kit

20. Ser vo and Battery Tray

21. Wing Joiner Tubes

22. Stab T ubes

23. Elevator Joiner Wire

24. Stabilizer (L&R)

25. Rudder Control Wire

26. Rudder

10

12

4

3

3

4

5

7

2

9

14

13

24

1

23

16

17

2

6

15

18

19

22

25

26

24

8

5

11

20

21

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PREPARATIONS

❏ 1. If you have not done so already, remove the

major parts of the kit from the box and inspect for

damage. If any parts are damaged or missing,

contact Product Support at the address or telephone

number listed in the “Ordering Replacement Parts”

section on page 5.

❏ 2.Remove the tape and separate the ailerons and

flaps from the wing and the elevators from the stab.

Use a covering iron with a covering soc k on high heat

to tighten the covering if necessary. Apply pressure

over sheeted areas to thoroughly bond the covering

to the wood.

ASSEMBLE THE FUSELAGE STAND

Your kit includes a stand that can be used during the

assembly process and as a useful tool for transporting

the airplane to the field as well as assembly of the

airplane at the field.

❏ 1. The stand consists of four foam cradle

components and two PVC tubes. There are two

different cutouts in the cradle.The curved section fits

the front of the fuselage while the one that has the

flat cut fits the rear half of the fuselage.

❏ 2. The top and bottom stand components will fit

snugly together. Fit the bottom with the top cradle

(the one with the flat cut) as shown.

❏ 3. When placed into the cradle upside down the

fuselage is elevated so the tail and the cabin top are off

of your work bench. You can also place the fuselage

upright in the cradle.If you install the fixed landing gear

and wish to transport the fuselage or work on it on your

workbench, you will want to place the other bottom

cradle component onto the front cradle.This will allow

enough clearance for the nose gear.

ASSEMBLE THE WING

Install the Ailerons and Flaps

Assemble the right wing first so your

work matches the photos.

❏❏1. Drill a 3/32" [2.4mm] hole, 1/2" deep in the

center of each hinge slot to allow the CA to “wick”in.

Follow-up with a #11 blade to clean out the slots.

Hint: If you ha v e one , use a high-speed rotary tool to

drill the holes.

❏❏2. Use a sharp #11 blade to cut a strip of

covering from the hinge slots in the wing and aileron.

❏❏3.Cut three 1" x 1" [25mm x25mm] hingesfrom

the CA hing e strip. Snip off the corners so they go

in easier.

❏❏4. 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.

❏❏5.Remove any pins you may have inserted into

the hinges. Adjust the aileron so there is a small gap

between the LE of the aileron and the wing.The gap

should be small, just enough to see light through or

to slip a piece of paper through.

❏❏6. 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.

❏❏7. If you have not removed the flap from the

wing, do so. Locate four nylon pinned hinges. Apply

a drop of oil or work Vaseline into the hinge. This will

prevent glue from getting into the hinge in the next

step. Be careful not to get oil on the portion of the

hinge that slides into the wing and flap.If this should

happen be sure to clean the hinge with alcohol

before applying the glue.

❏❏8. Apply epoxy to one end of each hinge and

into each of the four holes in the wing trailing edge in

the flap compartment. Insert the hinge into the hole,

positioning the hinge as shown.

❏❏9. Apply epoxy to the opposite end of the hinge

and the hinge holes in the flap.Insert the flap onto the

hinges. Set the wing aside until the glue has cured.

❏ 10. Repeat steps 1- 9 for the left wing panel.

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Mount the Plywood Engine Nacelles

❏

1. Remove the top plate and fuel tank from the

plywood engine nacelle. Set the two plywood

engine nacelles on your workbench as shown in the

photograph. Looking at the top of the nacelle you

must note the difference in the angle of the firewall

of each nacelle. Each nacelle has 4° of outward

thrust built into it. Write the word “left” and “right” on

each nacelle so you can easily identify each one.

❏❏2. The wing has strings running through it for

pulling servo leads through the wing.The string is taped

at the root rib, the wing tip and inside the aileron servo

compartment. Remove the tape and pull the excess

string into the front of the wing where the nacelle will be

mounted. Re-tape the end of the string to the rib.

❏❏3.Cut the strings.Begin sliding the right nacelle

in place and at the same time feed the string through

the holes in each side of the nacelle. Re-tie the

strings.Apply a drop of thin CA to the knot to prevent

it from coming apart.

❏❏4. Slide the nacelle completely into the wing.

Attach the nacelle to the wing with an 8-32 x 1"

[25mm] socket head cap screw, a #8 lock washer

and a #8 flat washer. Apply a couple of drops of

thread locker onto the bolt before tightening the bolt

to the wing and nacelle.

❏❏5. Drill 3/32" [2.4mm] holes through each of the

two pilot holes located at the back of the nacelle.Drill

through the nacelle and into the hardwood block

located in the wing. Inser t and remove a #6 x 1/2"

[13mm] screw into each of the holes.Apply a couple

drops of thin CA into the holes to harden the threads.

Once the glue has cured install the #6 screws and #6

flat washers into each of the holes.

❏ 6. Repeat steps 1- 5 for the left wing panel.

Install Flap,Throttle and Aileron

Servos and Pushrods

❏❏1.Install the flap servo into the rear servo opening.

Insert and remove a servo mounting screw into each of

the pre-drilled holes. Apply a couple drops of thin CA

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into the holes to harden the threads.Once the glue has

cured re-install the servo mounting screws.Be sure the

servo lead comes up through the slot alongside of the

servo. When installing the flap ser vo in the right wing

panel, the servo arm should be pointed towards the

wing tip.When installing the servo in the left wing, the

arm should be pointed towards the wing center.

❏❏2. Center a black control horn in the opening

above the flap , positioning it as shown (the control horn

should be backwards from what would be considered

the normal direction of a control horn.) Drill a 1/16"

[1.6mm] hole through each of the mounting holes in the

control horn and into the plywood plate in the flap.Drill

only through the plywood plate. DO NOT drill through

the flap. Inser t and remove a #2 x 3/8" [10mm] screw

into each of the holes.Apply a couple drops of thin CA

into the holes to harden the threads.Once the glue has

cured attach the horn to the flap with four

#2 x 3/8" [10mm] screws.

❏❏3.Screw a nylon clevis onto a .074 x 6" [152mm]

threaded wire 20 turns. Slide a nylon clevis retainer

onto the clevis. Install the clevis into the outermost

hole of the control horn. Then slide the silicone

retainer over the clevis. Drill a 5/64" [2mm] hole in the

outer hole of the servo arm. Position the servo arm as

shown and be sure the flap is fully closed.With a fine

tip marker, mark the wire where it aligns with the outer

hole of the servo arm. Make a 90 degree bend on the

mark. Cut the wire so the wire is 3/8" [10mm] in length

after the bend. Insert the wire into the servo arm and

lock it in place with a nylon Faslink.

❏❏4. Install the throttle ser vo into the servo opening.

(Note that the servo is mounted on the bottom of the

nacelle).Insert and remove a servo mounting screw into

each of the pre-drilled holes.Apply a couple drops of thin

CA into the holes to harden the threads. Once the glue

has cured, re-install the servo mounting screws.

❏❏5. Install a brass screw lock

connector, nylon retainer ring and a

4-40 x 1/4" [6mm] socket head cap

screw onto the servo arm. Then

center the servo and install the arm

onto the servo.

❏❏6. Install a 6" [152mm] servo extension onto the

throttle and flap servo leads. Secure the extension to

the lead with tape, a piece of shrink tube or some

other method to keep them from coming unplugged.

❏❏7. Install a 24" [610mm] servo extension onto

the aileron servo lead. Secure the extension to the

lead with tape, a piece of shrink tube or some other

method to keep them from coming unplugged.

❏❏8. Install the aileron servo between the wooden

rails under the aileron servo cover using the

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SERVO

HORN

PUSHROD WIRE

2-56 (.074")

FASLINK

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hardware that came with the servo. Drill a 1/16"

[1.6mm] hole through each of the servo mounting

holes and into the servo mounting rails. Inser t and

remove a servo mounting screw into each of the

holes. Apply a couple drops of thin CA into the holes

to harden the threads. Once the glue has cured,

re-install the servo mounting screws.

❏❏9. Center the servo.Then, install a large ser vo

horn to the servo.

❏❏10. Tie the string from the ser vo compartment

to the servo lead. Pull the lead through the wing

exiting at the nacelle.Leave the string attached to the

lead for now.

❏❏11. Install the aileron ser vo cover to the wing

with four #2x 3/8"[10mm] wood screws.

❏❏12.Look closely under the covering of the aileron

and you will see a plywood mounting plate for the

control horn. Place a nylon clevis on the plate in line

with the servo arm. Mark the location of the mounting

holes onto the aileron. Drill a 1/16" [1.6mm] hole on

the marks, drilling through the plywood plate

but not

through the top of the aileron. Insert and remove a #2

x3/8" [10mm] screw into each of the holes. Apply a

couple drops of thin CA into the holes to harden the

threads. Once the glue has cured, attach the horn to

the aileron with two #2 x 3/8" [10mm] screws.

❏❏13.Screw a nylon clevis onto a .074 x 6" [152mm]

threaded wire 20 turns.Slide a nylon clevis retainer onto

the clevis.Install the clevis into the second hole from the

end of the control horn. Then slide the silicone retainer

over the cle vis.Drill a 5/64" [2mm] hole in the outer hole

of the servo arm. Center the servo and position the

servo arm as shown. Then, center the aileron. With a

fine tip marker, mark the wire where it aligns with the

outer hole of the servo arm. Make a 90 degree bend on

the mark. Cut the wire so the wire is 3/8" [10mm] in

length after the bend.Insert the wire into the servo arm

and lock it in place with a nylon Faslink.

❏ 14. Repeat steps 1- 13 for the left wing panel.

Mount the Wing Tip to the Wing

❏❏1. Glue two 1/4" x1/4" x 3/4" [6mm x 6mm x

19mm] balsa triangle blocks onto each side of the

slot in the wing.

❏❏2.Examine both wing tips to determine which is

the left and the right. When installed on the wing the

tip should curve upward towards the top of the wing.

❏❏3. Pull the wires for the wing tip lights from

inside of the wing tip. Tie the end of the wire to the

string located on the end of the wing. Pull the wire

through the wing exiting at the nacelle. Note: at this

point all of the servo leads and the wire for the light

should be at the nacelle.