Torgun MX2 Instruction Manual

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MX2

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

This kit has been designed for the
discerning modeller looking for an
introduction into aerobatics with
a scale replica of the famous
Mx2. The airframe will perform
with great style and grace and
excells at aeromusical style
freestyle.
Please take a few minutes to read
this instruction manual before
beginning assembly. We have
outlined a fast, clear and easy
method to assemble the Mx2 and
by familiarising yourself with this
process it will aid in a quick,

enjoyable and successful build.
Top Gun Park Flite offer a full
range of spares for this aircraft;
should you unfortunately damage
the aircraft, the foam can easily
be repaired with all types of super
glue or contact adhesive.
(Please check on a small area
that the adhesive does not attach
the foam).
We hope that you enjoy the
assembly of your new Mx2 and
we wish you success in the
exciting world of Radio Controlled
flight.

Electric Powered 90% Assembled Semi-Scale Aircraft

• Wing Span: 1400mm

• Total Length: 1290mm

• Flying Weight: 1900g

• Outrunner Brushless Motor

• 45 Amp ESC

• 2 x 9g Servo (Ailerons)

• 2 x 18g Servo (Elevator &
Rudder)

• LiPo: 14.8v 2200mAh 20C
(RTF ONLY)

• LiPo 12v Charger (RTF ONLY)

• 2.4Ghz Transmitter and
Receiver (RTF ONLY)

• Material: EPO Foam

SPECIFICATIONS

CONGRATULATIONS ON PURCHASING YOUR MX2 FROM

TOP GUN PARK FLITE.

CONTENTS

Specificaton 2
Introduction 2
Kit Contents 3
Inspection 3
Tool and Equipment Needed 3
Warranty 3
Transmitter (RTF only) 4
Binding (RTF only) 4
Battery Charging (RTF only) 4

1. Undercarriage 5

2. Tail wheel 5

3. Elevator Tail Control Horns 6

4. Rudder Control Horns 6

5. Fitting Horizontal Stab
Assembly 7

6. Fitting Vertical Stab
Assembly 7

7. Connecting up Elevator and
Rudder 7

8. Aileron Set Up 8

9. Fitting the wings 9

10. Checking the Vertical and
Horizontal Stab 9

11. Propeller and Spinner 10

12. Canopy 10

13. Cooling 11

14. Centre of Gravity 11

15. Installing your Radio
(Not RTF) 12

Final Checks 13
Flying the MX2 13
Spare Parts List 16

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KIT CONTENTS

Fuselage
Main Wing Set
Carbon Wing Tube
Vertical Tailplane
Horizontal Tailplane
Landing Gear Set
Tail Wheel Set
3 Blade Propeller
Spinner
Brushless outrunner 3648
45 Amp Brushless Speed Controller
LiPo 12v Charger (RTF ONLY)
LiPo: 14.8v 2200mAh 20C (RTF ONLY)

2.4Ghz Transmitter and Receiver (RTF ONLY)
Installed 2 x 9g & 2 x 18g Servo
Accessories, Screw and fixings Bags

READ THIS BEFORE BEGINNING ASSEMBLY

OF YOUR AIRCRAFT!

THIS IS NOT A TOY! Only to be used by people over
the age of 14 with RC flight experience. Serious
injury, destruction of property or even death may
result from the misuse of this product. This product
must be assembled by the end user to produce a
flying model. However it is beyond our control to
monitor the finished aircraft that you produce. Top
Gun Park Flite will in no way accept or assume
responsibility or liability for damages resulting from
the use of this user assembled product. This aircraft
should be flown in accordance with the BMFA safety
guidelines.
It is highly recommended that you join the BMFA in
order to be insured for third party damages and only
operate this aircraft at approved flying sites. Top
Gun Park Flite also highly recommend that you
practice model RC flight on one of the many
computer simulators such as Reality Craft Plane
Master. If you are not willing to accept ALL liability
for the use of this product please return it to the
place of purchase immediately.

PROPELLER

Keep your hands and face away from the

propeller as injury can occur. Keep loose
items that could get
entangled in the propeller away from the prop such
as loose clothing, pens and paper.

SMALL PARTS

This contains many small parts and should not be
left unattended near children as choking and serious
injury could result

BATTERIES

When misused, Lithium Polymer batteries are much
more volatile than Alkaline or NiMH. Please read
the charging instructions and Safety Notes on page
4, 14 & 15 as mishandling can cause serious injury
and fire.

WARRANTY

All warranty claims must be made with your proof of
purchase. Warranty is extended only to the original
purchaser of the aircraft kit.

INSPECTION

Carefully inspect all the parts in the kit Before you assemble,
should you find a manufacturing defect please contact the
retail outlet where this product was purchased.

ITEMS AND TOOLS REQUIRED
TO FINISH THIS MODEL

• 2.4Ghz 4/6 Channel Radio and
Recevier (not RTF)

• 2200mAh 2500mAh 14.8v LiPo

• Battery (not RTF)

• LiPo Battery Charger (not RTF)

• Small Pozidrive Screwdrive

• Small Flat Screwdriver

• Tape Measure

• Sticky Tape

• Hot Air Gun

• Thin Cynoacrylate

• Small File/Dremel

• Thread Lock

• Hook and Loop fastener

• 3mm Allen Key

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TRANSMITTER (INCLUDED IN THE RTF
VERSION ONLY)

Open up the battery compartment at the rear of
the transmitter, carefully install your new
batteries. Please note the correct polarity as
shown inside the transmitter. The Transmitter
(TX) comes factory bound to the installed
Receiver(RX).

Battery status LED’s

Green LED 100-70% Full

Amber LED 70-50% Full

Red LED LOW - Land Immediately
/Do Not Fly

BINDING PROCESS

1.Connect up a bind lead (not included but available from most model
shops)

2.Power up the Receiver. Red LED starts to flash.

3.Press the bind button on the TX, keeping it pressed, switch on the TX.
After several seconds the LED stops flashing and remains on.

4.Remove the Bind plug from the RX

5.Disconnect power to the RX and then reconnect. LED will be on
constantly showing you that it is bound and connected.

6.Check that you have functionality on all control surfaces.

BATTERY

Charging your Lithium Polymer Batteries (Included in the
RTF version only)

Once you have connected the charger to a power source, both LED
lights will be be showing green.
Carefully connect the white balance/charge plug of the battery to the
charging connector noting that the socket and plug feature a tab that
offers reverse polarity protection.
The status light will now change to the following:

Red – Charging
Orange – 95% charged
Green – Fully charged

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AIRCRAFT ASSEMBLY

1.UNDERCARRIAGE

1. Apply thread lock to each of

the 25x4mm Cap Screws.

2. Insert 2 Cap screws per leg

and position over the holes in the
fuselage mounting plate.

3. Tighten the Cap Screws using

a 3mm Allan Key.

4. Repeat for the other leg.

PARTS REQUIRED

Fuselage
Main Under Carriage
4off 25x4mm Cap Screws

REQUIRED TOOLS

Thread Lock
3mm Allen Key

1

2

3

4

2. TAIL WHEEL

1. Insert the Aluminum leg into

the Tail Wheel and secure with
thin Cyno.

2. Remove screw and apply Thin

Cyno, tighten up onto the tail
wheel wire.

3. Fit this assembly to the

underside of the fuselage.

4. Secure this with 2 off

2.6 x 8mm Screws

4

3

2

PARTS REQUIRED

Fuselage
Tail Wheel Assembly
2 off 2.6x8mm Screws

REQUIRED TOOLS

Thin Cyno
Pozi Screwdriver

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