Twisted Hobbys EXTRA SLICK, EDGE 540, Sbach 342, Crack yak-55 Assembly Manual

32” AIRFRAME ASSEMBLY MANUAL

EXTRA SLICK

Crack yak-55

EDGE 540

Sbach 342

Specifications

Wing span – 32” / length – 31” / A UW 6-1/8oz

50w motor / 10-12 amp ESC / 4 ch radio

Twisted Hobbys

www.twistedhobbys.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page

WARNING INFORMATION............................................................................................................................................3

SHIPPING DAMAGE........................................................................................................................................................ 3

OUR MISSION .................................................................................................................................................................. 3

SAFETY NOTES ...............................................................................................................................................................4

IMPORTANT: PRIOR TO ANY ASSEMBLY.........................................................................................................4

KIT CONTENTS ...............................................................................................................................................................5

OPTIONAL PARTS........................................................................................................................................................... 6

TOOLS & ADHESIVES NEEDED ...................................................................................................................................7

ASSEMBLY ....................................................................................................................................................................... 8

W

ING / NOSE / ELEVATOR

E

LEVATOR SERVO - (5G

A

ILERON SERVO – (9G

F

USELAGE TRUSS

A

ILERON SERVO HORN ASSEMBLY

B

UILDING AILERON CONTROL RODS

A

ILERON CONTROL HORNS

U

PPER FUSELAGE AND RUDDER

R

UDDER & ELEVATOR CONTROL HORNS

P

USH ROD GUIDES

E

LEVATOR & RUDDER PUSH RODS

I

NSTALLING AILERON PUSH RODS

M

OTOR MOUNT

S

IDE FORCE GENERATORS

R

ECEIVER &

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ESC........................................................................................................................................................... 18

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C

ONTROL SURFACE CENTERING

C

ENTER OF GRAVITY

C

ONTROL THROWS

3D Flight .................................................................................................................................................................. 18

Sport......................................................................................................................................................................... 18

PRE-FLIGHT & TESTING............................................................................................................................................. 19

P

REFLIGHT CHECKS

Motor........................................................................................................................................................................ 19

Flight Controls.......................................................................................................................................................... 19

Batteries ................................................................................................................................................................... 19

Radio........................................................................................................................................................................19

Range Check............................................................................................................................................................. 19

F

LIGHT TESTING

S

TORAGE

NOTES ............................................................................................................................................................................. 20

SET UP DATA ................................................................................................................................................................. 20

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TWISTED HOBBYS

Website: www.twistedhobbys.com – email: [e-mail]

Thank you for your purchasing a Twisted Hobbys’ 32” Model. Please read through the entire manual before
beginning to build this model. If you have any questions please contact us at the above indicated email address.

WARNING INFORMATION

WARNING INFORMATION

WARNING INFORMATIONWARNING INFORMATION

This R/C Aircraft is not a toy! Read and understand the entire manual before assembly. If misused, it can
cause serious bodily harm and property damage. Fly only in open areas, and AMA (

Aeronautics

by other manufactures’ products. If you are not an experienced pilot and airplane modeler you must use the
help of an experienced pilot or an authorized flight instructor for the building and flying of this model aircraft.

These instructions are suggestions only on how to assemble this model. There are other ways and methods to
do so. Twisted Hobbys has no control over the final assembly, the materials and accessories used when
assembling this kit, or the manner in which the assembled model, installed radio gear and electronic parts are
used and maintained. Thus, no liability is assumed or accepted for any damage resulting from the use of the
assembled model aircraft or from this instruction manual including but not limited to direct, indirect,
incidental, special, and consequential damages. By the act of using this user-assembled product, the user
accepts all resulting liability. In no event shall Twisted Hobbys’ liability exceed the original purchase price of
the kit.

) approved flying sites. Do not over look the warnings and instructions enclosed or those provided

Academy of Model

SHIPPING DAMAGE

SHIPPING DAMAGE

SHIPPING DAMAGESHIPPING DAMAGE

Twisted Hobbys checks each plane before shipping to ensure that each kit is in fine condition. We have no
bearing on the condition of any component parts damaged by use, modification, or assembly of the model.
Inspect the components of this kit upon receipt. If you find any parts damaged or missing, contact Twisted
Hobbys immediately. We will not accept the return or replacement of parts on which assembly work has already
begun. Twisted Hobbys reserves the right to change this warranty at anytime without notice.

OUR MISSION

OUR MISSION

To provide the best products and service to our customers at the lowest prices possible.
We take great pride in our company, our commitment to customer service and in the
products we sell. Our online store is designed to provide you with a safe and secure
environment to browse our product catalog.

OUR MISSIONOUR MISSION

Thank you for shopping with Twisted Hobbys!

Thank you for shopping with Twisted Hobbys!

Thank you for shopping with Twisted Hobbys!Thank you for shopping with Twisted Hobbys!

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SAFETY NOTES

SAFETY NOTES

SAFETY NOTESSAFETY NOTES

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Before assembling and flying this model, read carefully any

instructions and warnings of other manufacturers for all the
products you installed or used on your model, especially radio
equipment and power source.

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Check thoroughly before ever flight that the airplanes’

components are in good shape and functioning properly. If you
find a fault do not fly the model until you have corrected the
problem.

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Radio interference caused by unknown sources can occur at any

time without notice. In such a case, your model will be
uncontrollable and completely unpredictable. Make sure to
perform a range check before every flight. If you detect a control
problem or interference during a flight, immediately land the
model to prevent a potential accident.

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Youngsters should only be allowed to assemble and fly these

models under the instruction and supervision of an experienced
adult.

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Do not operate this model in a confined area.

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Do not stand in line with, or in front of a spinning propeller and

never touch it with any object.

IMPORTANT: PRIOR TO ANY ASSEMBLY

Please Note: after removing kit from shipping box, lay
each piece flan on a hard surface, this will allow the
airframe to straighten out if lightly bend from
shipping. Do not worry since EPP is very pliable and
can be bend back if bend out so shape easily.

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kit contents

kit contents

kit contentskit contents

shape and contents will vary slightly depending on the airframe purchased

EDGE 540 EPP

EDGE 540 EPP

EDGE 540 EPPEDGE 540 EPP

standard parts list:

1x - left & right wings w/attached ailerons
1x - main fuselage w/attached rudder
1x - elevator w/attached control surface
1x - horizontal nose section
1x – horizontal fuselage section
2x – side stiffener strips (trusses)
2x – side force generators
1x - wood main spare
2x – aileron control rods
1x – elevator control rod
1x – rudder control rod
1x – hardware packet
1x – instruction sheet

(shown)

Hardware packet detail

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OPTIONAL PARTS

OPTIONAL PARTS

OPTIONAL PARTSOPTIONAL PARTS

Power Combo Kit

(Matched by Twisted Hobbys)

1x

1x – 1450-1800kv Outrunner Brushless Motor

1x1x
1x

1x – ESC 10A-12A ESC

1x1x
1x

1x – 9g Micro Servo

1x1x
2x

2x – 5g Micro Servo

2x2x
1x

1x – Slow Fly Prop (8x4.3 - 9x4.7)

1x1x

includes:

Twisted Hobbys

450mah Battery w/connector

Voltage: 2S1P / 2 Cell / 7.4V

Discharge: 25C Constant / 50C Burst

Weight: 30g (including wire, plug & case)

Dimensions: 65x29x11mm

Balance Plug: JST-XH

Discharge Plug: mm Connector

specs:

Capacity: 450mAh

JST Female Connector

used for ESC to Battery connection

Perfect choice for building and repairing
your Twisted Hobbys EPP planes! This is
the only adhesive you will ever need.
Welder virtually bonds anything to
anything! Clear, heavy-duty, flexible and
water-proof when dry. Use indoors or out.
(1) 1 oz tube

Micro

Micro R

MicroMicro

Max Recommended Weight: 9.8g
Minimum of 4 channels required

Note: many of these “optional parts” shown or
similar items, may be available from the
Twisted Hobbys’ webstore.

Receiver

eceiver

R R

eceivereceiver

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