Hangar 9 Tribute 4D 36 Plug-N-Play User manual

Wingspan: ............................... 44 5/8" (1133.4mm)
Fuselage length: ........................... 48" (1219.2mm)
Wing area: ........................ 690 sq. in. (44.5 sq dm)
ASSEMBLY MANUAL
Tribute 4D 36
Plug-N-Play™
Weight: ................................ 4–4.5 Lbs (1.8–2 kg)
Engine: .................... Evolution™ .36 NT (Included)
Radio: ................................. 4 channel w/ 5 servos
Specifications
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Replacement Parts Layout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Additional Required Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Covering Colors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Additional Required Tools and Adhesives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Field Equipment Required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Using the Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Before Starting Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Section 1: Receiver Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Section 2: Installing the Stabilizer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Section 3: Landing Gear Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Section 4: Propeller and Spinner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Section 5: Wing Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Adjusting the Engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Control Throws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Flying Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Balancing the Model. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Range Testing the Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Preflight at the Field . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
2005 Official AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Table of Contents

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Recommended JR® Systems
• PCM10X
• XP9303
• XP8103
• X-378
• XP6102
• XF631
• XF421
• Quattro
Large Parts:
A. Fuselage HAN2926
B. Wing HAN2927
C. Side Force Generator HAN2928
D. Elevator/Stabilizer HAN2933
E. Rudder HAN2934
Items Not Shown:
Fuel Tank
Tail Wheel Assembly HAN2913
Decal Set HAN2932
Pushrod Set HAN2935
Landing Gear HAN2929
Wheels HAN2930
• White HANU870
• True Red HANU866
• Deep Blue HANU873
JR XP6102
JR XP9303
Covering Colors
Replacement Parts Layout
Additional Required Equipment
A
B
C
D
E

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This manual is divided into sections to help make assembly easier to understand, and to provide breaks between each
major section. Remember to take your time and follow the directions.
Tools
• Flat blade screwdriver
• Phillips screwdriver (small)
• Crescent wrench
• Threadlock
Other Required Items
• Felt-tipped pen or pencil
• Measuring device (e.g. ruler, tape measure)
• Covering Iron (HAN101)
• Covering Glove (HAN150)
• Sealing Iron Sock (HAN141)
An RC aircraft is not a toy! If misused, it can cause serious bodily harm and damage to property. Fly only in open areas,
preferably at AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics) approved flying sites, following all instructions included with your
radio and engine.
• Propeller APC 11x4 (APC11040)
• Fuel
• Glow Plug Wrench (HAN2510)
• Glow Plug Igniter with Charger (HAN7101)
• Glow Plug (HAN3001/3006)
• Manual Fuel Pump (HAN118)
Field Equipment Required
Using the Manual
Additional Required Tools and Adhesives
Warning

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Before beginning the assembly of your Tribute™ 36, remove each part from its bag for inspection. Closely inspect the
fuselage, wing panels, rudder, stabilizer and side force generators for damage. If you find any damaged or missing parts,
contact the place of purchase.
If you find any wrinkles in the covering, use a heat gun or covering iron to remove them. Use caution while working
around areas where the colors overlap to prevent separating the colors.
Horizon Hobby, Inc. 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 Horizon Hobby’s
liability exceed the original cost of the purchased kit. Further, Horizon Hobby reserves the right to change or modify this
warranty without notice.
In that Horizon Hobby has no control over the final assembly or material used for the final assembly, no liability shall
be assumed nor accepted for any damage resulting from the use of the final assembled product. By the act of using the
assembled product, the user accepts all resulting liability.
Please note that once assembly of the model has been started, you must contact Horizon Hobby, Inc. directly regarding
any warranty question. Please do not contact your local hobby shop regarding warranty issues, even if that is where you
purchased it. This will enable Horizon to better answer your questions and service you in the event that you may need any
assistance.
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.
Horizon Hobby, Inc.
4105 Fieldstone Road
Champaign, Illinois 61822
[phone]
horizonhobby.com
HAN100 – Heat Gun
HAN150 – Covering Glove
HAN101 – Covering Iron
HAN141 – Sealing Iron
Sock
Before Starting Assembly
Warranty Information

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Required Parts
• Wing assembly • Radio hatch
• 3mm x 12mm sheet metal screw (4)
Required Tools and Adhesives
• Phillips screwdriver (small)
 Step 1
Wrap your receiver in foam to protect it from vibration.
Place the receiver into the opening in the wing.
 Step 2
A tube has been installed in the wing for the receiver
antenna. Route the antenna through the tube, which exits
the right wing tip.
 Step 3
Secure the radio hatch using four 3mm x 12mm sheet
metal screws.
Note: The receiver and battery may be moved
when checking the Center of Gravity.
Section 1: Receiver Installation

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Required Parts
• Stabilizer assembly • Fuselage
• Stabilizer fixing screw (2)
Required Tools and Adhesives
• Threadlock
 Step 1
Locate the stabilizer/elevator assembly. Position the
stabilizer/elevator assembly so the control horn will
face down, away from the fin. Carefully slide the
assembly into the fuselage.
 Step 2
Secure the stabilizer using the two stabilizer fixing screws.
It’s a good idea to use a drop of threadlock on the threads
to keep them from loosening during flight.
 Step 3
Attach the clevis to the elevator horn. With the radio on,
center the elevator servo. Thread the clevis in or out so the
elevator is in neutral.
Section 2: Installing the Stabilizer

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Required Parts
• Fuselage assembly • 3mm x 40mm bolt
• 3mm wing nut • Landing gear (2)
Required Tools and Adhesives
• Phillips screwdriver (small) • Threadlock
 Step 1
Slide the three 3mm x 40mm bolts into one of the landing
gear halves. Slide the bolts into the fuselage.
 Step 2
Slide the remaining landing gear half onto the bolts.
Secure the gear using three 3mm wing nuts.
Note: Use threadlock on the wing nuts to
prevent them from loosening during flight.
Section 3: Landing Gear Installation

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Required Parts
• Fuselage • Propeller
• Spinner
• #4 x 5/8" sheet metal screw (2)
Required Tools and Adhesives
• Crescent wrench
 Step 1
Remove the propeller nut and washer from the engine.
Position the drive washer so it is keyed onto the engine
shaft. Slide the spinner backplate onto the engine shaft,
and then slide the propeller into position.
 Step 2
Slide the washer and thread the nut onto the engine shaft.
Rotate the propeller clockwise so it is resting against the
lugs of the spinner backplate. Use a crescent wrench to
tighten the propeller nut. Do not use pliers, as the nut will
not be tight enough, and could come loose.
Note: It is suggested to read the engine
instructions at this time to learn more on the
care and operation of your engine.
 Step 3
Locate the two #4 x 5/8" sheet metal screws. Position the
spinner cone onto the spinner backplate, making sure
it keys into the backplate. Use the screws and a Phillips
screwdriver to secure the spinner cone to the backplate.
Section 4: Propeller and Spinner

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Required Parts
• Wing • Fuselage
• 1/4-20 x 2" nylon bolt • Canopy hatch
• Side force generator • 3mm wing nut (2)
• #2 x 1/4" screw (8)
• 1/4-20 x 2" nylon winged bolt (2)
Required Tools and Adhesives
• Flat blade screwdriver • Threadlock
 Step 1
Place the wing onto the fuselage. Connect the servo leads
and guide them into the fuselage Secure the front of the
wing using the two 1/4-20 x 2" nylon winged bolts. Leave
the bolts slightly loose for now.
 Step 2
The final bolt goes into the hole at the rear of the
canopy hatch. Use a flat blade screwdriver to tighten
the bolt. Once tightened, go back and tighten the bolts
installed in Step 1.
 Step 3
Slide the side force generators into the wing. The one
with the threaded rod slides in from the top. Secure the
generators using the 3mm wing nuts. Do not over-tighten
the nuts and damage the generators.
 Step 4
If you are not planning on using the side force generators,
secure the side force generator plugs to the wing using
#2 x 1/4" screws.
Note: The SFG's can be easily removed in a
few seconds. Try your Tribue™ 36 with and
without to decide which setup suits your
flying style best.
 Step 5
Apply the decals to customize your Tribute 36.
Section 5: Wing Installation