Tough Jets T-15 EDF Instruction Manual
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T-15 EDF
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Specifications
Wingspan……………….31in
Length…………………..41.75in Radio………...3 channel
Wing Area………………515 sq in Motor………...Brushless
EDF............70mm 12 Blade Battery…14.8v 2200mah 40c
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Weight……………..2.5 lb
KIT CONTENTS
(1) Wing
(1) Fuselage
(2) Nacelles
(1) Battery box spacer
(2) Vertical stabilizers
(1) Canopy
(1) Canopy hinge
(1) Rare Earth magnets
(2) 14 Gauge wire
(2) 3mm X 14mm Bolts
(2) 3mm Lock
(2) Flat washers
(4) Control horns
(4) Clevis
(2) Push rods
(2) Push rod keepers
(2) Coroplast® motor mount stiffener
(4) Wood dowels
Nuts
(1) Carbon fiber shaft 30 inch (1) Carbon Fiber shaft 25 inch
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BEFORE YOU BUILD
WARNING!!
This kit is not a toy.
This model is intended for the competent builder and RC pilot aged 14
years and older. It is the responsibility of the modeler to ensure the
model is airworthy before attempting to fly it.
Always ensure that any glue, paint or solvents used to build this kit are compatible with the
materials contained in this kit. Some glues and paint can melt Styrofoam and plastic that is
contained in this kit.
Before gluing any parts together, we strongly suggest trial fitting the parts without glue first;
to ensure that all the parts align and fit properly. This will ensure the airplane is built straight
and square.
ABOUT THE TOUGH JETS T-15 EDF
The Tough Jets T-15 EDF was designed by life-long RC modeler Wayne Roberts to be the
highest performing fun scale Electric Ducted Fan on the market. You’ll find the T-15 has an
enormous flight envelope. It’s capable of 65+mph, it’s highly aerobatic, yet it lands at near
zero ground speed in the slightest of headwinds.
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
5 Minute Epoxy
Electric Drill
Assorted Drill Bits
Needle nose pliers
Small screw drivers
Hobby knife
Wire Cutters
Scissors
Clear Packaging Tape
Pencil
en wrench 2.5mm
All
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Rubbing Alcohol
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT REQUIRED
3, channel radio with mixing (Minimum)
4, sub micro 9 gram servos (Tower Pro or equivalent)
2, Y servo cords.
70mm 12 blade Ducted Fan (FMS 70mm Ducted Fan or equivalent)
70 amp electronic speed control
4 cell lipo battery 14.8 volt 2200 mAh 40 c or 2600mAh 40 c
EXPLODED VIEW
Use this exploded view to help guide you through the assembly of the major components
of your Tough Jet.
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LET’S BEGIN BUILDING
It is strongly suggested you review the drawings, photos and captions to familiarize yourself
with the design and construction of the model.
Before beginning construction, you will want to decide whether to paint or cover the foam
parts with heat shrink film such as EconoKote, or packaging tape. You may also choose to
leave these parts uncovered. If you choose EconoKote, or packaging tape, spray the surfaces
to be covered with 3M Type 77 spray adhesive prior to covering. Allow the adhesive to set for
5 minutes prior to applying the covering, this will improve the overall adhesion of the covering
to the foam. When covering or painting the nacelles, do not apply covering material to the
surfaces to be epoxied to the wing.
It is recommended to apply the covering material or paint prior to assembling the
model. Do NOT apply covering to the top edge and slant of the nacelle (see insert)
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WING / NACELLE / FUSELAGE ASSEMBLY
Lay wing on a flat surface, bottom side up.
This is the side with the hinge slots and
crease.
Clean the bottom of the wing with rubbing
alcohol before gluing
Apply 5 minute epoxy to top of nacelle on
flat section only. Do not apply epoxy to
slanted section at this time.
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Carefully align nacelle with leading edge and
crease on the bottom of the wing.
Be sure that the nacelle is properly aligned
with crease
Ensure the nacelle is parallel and 90 degrees
to prop slot in wing. You have some time to
make slight adjustments before epoxy cures
but move quickly.
Hold the nacelle in place until the five-
minute epoxy cures, check that nacelle is
aligned with leading edge, crease and
centered on Vertical stabilizer dowel holes on
wing.
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Repeat the steps to attach the second
nacelle to the wing. Nacelles should be
straight and parallel
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