Top Gun Park Flite CESSNA EP Instruction Manual

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Cessna Skylane

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

CONGRATULATIONS ON PURCHASING THE CESSNA SKYLANE RTF

CML Distribution are proud to present this high performance sport scale model of the popular Cessna
Skylane. We feel that this model emulates the style, performance and character of its full size counterpart.

Supplied as a Ready to Fly package with transmitter, LiPo flight battery and charger, this model has been
designed with the utmost care and attention to detail to produce a light weight, strong, and realistic looking
model aeroplane with excellent flying characteristics.

This model is a high performance miniature aircraft that allows novice to intermediate model pilots to
perform both scale and aerobatic manoeuvers. The light weight, large wing area and high wing design allow
the model to fly extremely slowly, in a stable manner while still maintaining full control.

It is not a basic trainer and should not be tackled until the pilot is proficient on a dedicated high wing
trainer type model.

These instructions assume a reasonable level of competence for both building and flying and we
recommend that the model is flown at a recognised club with frequency control measures and suitable third
party insurance.

The owner – pilot of this model should take note of regulations, and local bylaws before flying this aircraft.

Please take time to read through these instructions before commencing assembly. We list operations in
order of works to reduce the risk of damage during assembly.

RTF MODEL

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WARNING

This R/C aircraft is not a toy and can result in serious
bodily harm, injury and property damage if misused.
Fly only in open areas and at preferably BMFA recognised
clubs and sites.

SPECIFICATIONS

WING SPAN 960 MM (38”)

LENGTH 780 MM (31”)

WING AREA 14.8 DM_ (230 SQ INCHES)

WEIGHT 440 G (15.5 OUNCES)

LOADING 29 G/DM (9.7 OZ. SQ FT)

RADIO 4 FUNCTION 35MHZ PPM

3 QTY MICRO SERVOS
25 AMP BRUSHLESS ESC

MOTOR BRUSHLESS OUT RUNNER

8” X 4” PROPELLOR

11.1V 1250MAH LIPO BATTERY

PLEASE READ
THROUGH THE
WARNINGS BEFORE
USE.

An 11.1V 1500 mAh lithium
polymer (LiPo) battery rated at
10C and mains charger is
included as part of this package
and these cells must be operated
with care to prevent the risk of
fire.

LiPo Batteries are soft cased and
can be easily damaged by sharp
items, puncturing of the soft
casing can cause fires and we
recommend that they are stored
and handled carefully.

Use only a LiPo rated charger, set
to a maximum of 3 cells (11.1v)
and 1 amp charge current.

Remove battery from the aircraft
and charge on a non flammable,
non conductive surface

Due to continual and ongoing
product development the parts
shown in the manual may differ
from those supplied.

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1. Wing with ailerons connected to factory
installed servos

2. Fuselage with motor, Electronic Speed Control
(ESC) receiver, two quantity servo, steerable nose
gear, pushrods.

3. Fin and rudder assembly

4. Horizontal stabiliser (Tail plane) with elevator

5. Main undercarriage assembly with mounting
plate, wheels and spats

6. 4 function fully proportional 35Mhz transmitter

7. Control horns and back plates for elevator and
rudder

8. Tube of adhesive

9. LiPo Battery 3cell 11.1V 1250 mAh (10c)

10. LiPo charger and 12v power lead

11. Propellor – 2 off 8” diameter x 4” pitch

12. Allen Key & wing screw

SECTION 1: KIT CONTENTS AND DESCRIPTION

FUSELAGE ASSEMBLY.

Supplied complete and ready for
use. Brushless motor installed
and connected to Electronic
Speed Control (ESC), 35mhz
receiver, rudder, elevator servos
connected to push rods
Steerable and Sprung nose wheel

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WING ASSEMBLY.

Supplied complete and ready to
fit with servo, push rods clevis
connectors and control horns
installed.

VERTICAL AND HORIZONTAL
STABILISERS.

Vertical Stabiliser (Fin and
rudder) with moulded in hinges.

Horizontal Stabiliser (tail plane
and elevator) with moulded in
hinges.

UNDERCARRIAGE
ASSEMBLY.

Ready for use, with mounting
plate, wheels and spats.

Nose wheel is pre fitted to
fuselage.

PROPELLOR

2 off E-Pro 8” diameter x 4” pitch
moulded propellors.

Ensure text is on front face when
mounting.

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