Hangar 9 Twist 60 ARF User manual

Wingspan:................................. 54.75 in (1391mm)
Wing Area: ........................ 992 sq in (64.59 sq dm)
Assembly mAnuAl
Twist 60 ARF
Length:........................................ 56.6 in (1438mm)
Weight:............................. 6.5–7.5 lb (2.9kg–3.4kg)
Specifications
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Table of Contents
ContentsofKit....................................................................3
UltraCote®CoveringColors.........................................................3
Radio and Power Systems Requirements ................................................3
Field Equipment Required............................................................4
Optional Field Equipment ............................................................4
Required Tools and Adhesives ........................................................4
Limited Warranty Period .............................................................4
Limited Warranty & Limits of Liability ..................................................5
Safety Precautions .................................................................5
Questions, Assistance, and Repairs ....................................................5
Questions or Assistance .............................................................5
Inspection or Repairs ...............................................................6
Warranty Inspection and Repairs.......................................................6
Non-Warranty Repairs...............................................................6
Safety, Precautions, and Warnings .....................................................7
Before Starting Assembly ............................................................7
Using the Manual ..................................................................7
Section 1: Aileron Servo Installation....................................................8
Section 2: Landing Gear and Tail Installation ............................................11
Section 3A: Two-Stroke Engine Installation .............................................13
Section 3B: Electric Motor Installation .................................................17
Section 4: Final Assembly ..........................................................20
Control Throws ...................................................................22
Recommended Center of Gravity (CG) .................................................22
Pre-Flight.......................................................................23
Adjusting the Engine...............................................................23
Range Test Your Radio .............................................................23
Maintaining Your Twist 60 ARF.......................................................24
Glossary of Terms .................................................................25
2006 Official AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code................................ 26–27

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Contents of Kit
UltraCote®Covering Colors
• Black HANU874 • White HANU870
• Grey HANU882 • Flame Red HANU883
Radio and Power Systems Requirements
• 4-channel radio system (minimum) w/receiver
• 537 Standard Servo (JRPS537) (5) or equivalent
• (4 required when building the electric version)
• 9" Servo Lead Extension (JRPA097) (2)
• 18" Servo Lead Extension (JRPA099) (2)
Recommended JR Systems
• XP9303
• XP7202
• XP6102
• XP662
• XF631
• XF421EX
Recommended Power Systems
• .60–.61 2-stroke
• .72–.82 4-stroke
• Power 60 Brushless Outrunner
Replacement Parts
A. HAN4201 Fuselage
B. HAN4202 Wing Set W/Ailerons
C. HAN4203 Tail Set
D. HAN4204 Landing Gear
E. HAN4205 Painted Canopy
Items not shown
HAN4206 Pushrod Set
HAN4207 Nylon Wing Bolts
HAN4208 Decal Set
A
B
E
D
C
JR XP6102
JR XP9303
Evolution .61NT
EVOE0610
Saito .82 AAC
SAIE082A
Power 60 Brushless
Outrunner Motor,400KV
EFLM4060A
JR XP7202

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Field Equipment Required
• Propeller • Fuel
• Long Reach Glow Plug Wrench (HAN2510) • Metered Glow Driver w/Ni-Cd & Charger (HAN7101)
• 2-Cycle Sport Plug (HAN3001) • 2-Cycle Super Plug (HAN3006)
• 4-Cycle Super Plug (HAN3011) • Manual Fuel Pump (HAN118)
Optional Field Equipment
• 12V 7Ah Sealed Battery (HAN102) • PowerPro™ 12V Starter (HAN161)
Required Tools and Adhesives
Tools
• Square • Hobby knife
• Phillips screwdriver • Adjustable wrench
• Drill • Felt-tipped pen
• Soldering iron • Solder
• Ruler
• Drill bit: 1/16" (1.5mm), 5/64" (2mm), 5/32" (4mm),
11/64" (4.5mm)
Adhesives
• Thin CA • 6-minute epoxy
• CA remover/debonder • Pacer Z-42 Threadlock
• Canopy glue
Other Required Items
• Masking tape • 1/4" (6mm) foam
• Deans connector (male) (2) • Deans connector (female)
Limited Warranty Period
Horizon Hobby, Inc. guarantees this product to be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of
purchase.

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Limited Warranty & Limits of Liability
Pursuant to this Limited Warranty, Horizon Hobby, Inc. will, at its option, (i) repair or (ii) replace, any product determined
by Horizon Hobby, Inc. to be defective. In the event of a defect, these are your exclusive remedies.
This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence,
commercial use, or modification of or to any part of the product. This warranty does not cover damage due to improper
installation, operation, maintenance, or attempted repair by anyone other than an authorized Horizon Hobby, Inc. service
center. This warranty is limited to the original purchaser and is not transferable. In no case shall Horizon Hobby’s
liability exceed the original cost of the purchased product and will not cover consequential, incidental or collateral
damage. Horizon Hobby, Inc. reserves the right to inspect any and all equipment involved in a warranty claim. Repair
or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, Inc. Further, Horizon Hobby reserves the right to
change or modify this warranty without notice.
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER.
HORIZON HOBBY, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
As Horizon Hobby, Inc. has no control over use, setup, final assembly, modification or misuse, no liability shall be
assumed nor accepted for any resulting damage or injury. By the act of use, setup or assembly, the user accepts all
resulting liability.
If you as the purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this product, you are
advised to return this product immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase.
Safety Precautions
This is a sophisticated hobby product and not a toy. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires
some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or
damage to the product or other property. This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision.
The product manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the
instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage
or injury.
Questions, Assistance, and Repairs
Your local hobby store and/or place of purchase cannot provide warranty support or repair. Once assembly, setup or use
of the product has been started, you must contact Horizon Hobby, Inc. directly. This will enable Horizon to better answer
your questions and service you in the event that you may need any assistance.
Questions or Assistance
For questions or assistance, please direct your email to [e-mail], or call 877.504.0233 toll
free to speak to a service technician.

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Inspection or Repairs
If your product needs to be inspected or repaired, please call for a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA). Pack the
product securely using a shipping carton. Please note that original boxes may be included, but are not designed to
withstand the rigors of shipping without additional protection. Ship via a carrier that provides tracking and insurance for
lost or damaged parcels, as Horizon Hobby, Inc. is not responsible for merchandise until it arrives and is accepted at
our facility. Include your complete name, address, phone number where you can be reached during business days, RMA
number, and a brief summary of the problem. Be sure your name, address, and RMA number are clearly written on the
shipping carton.
Warranty Inspection and Repairs
To receive warranty service, you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase date. Providing
warranty conditions have been met, your product will be repaired or replaced free of charge. Repair or replacement
decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby.
Non-Warranty Repairs
Should your repair not be covered by warranty and the expense exceeds 50% of the retail purchase cost, you will be
provided with an estimate advising you of your options. You will be billed for any return freight for non-warranty repairs.
Please advise us of your preferred method of payment. Horizon Hobby accepts money orders and cashiers checks, as
well as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover cards. If you choose to pay by credit card, please include your
credit card number and expiration date. Any repair left unpaid or unclaimed after 90 days will be considered abandoned
and will be disposed of accordingly.
Electronics and engines requiring inspection or repair should be shipped to the following address (freight prepaid):
Horizon Service Center
4105 Fieldstone Road
Champaign, Illinois 61822
All other products requiring inspection or repair should be shipped to the following address (freight prepaid):
Horizon Product Support
4105 Fieldstone Road
Champaign, Illinois 61822

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Safety, Precautions, and Warnings
As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating it in manner that does not endanger yourself and
others or result in damage to the product or the property of others.
Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery
packs, etc.) that you use.
This model is controlled by a radio signal that is subject to interference from many sources outside your control. This
interference can cause momentary loss of control so it is necessary to always keep a safe distance in all directions around
your model, as this margin will help to avoid collisions or injury.
• Always operate your model in an open area away from cars, traffic, or people.
• Avoid operating your model in the street where injury or damage can occur.
• Never operate the model out into the street or populated areas for any reason.
• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.
• Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional support equipment (chargers, rechargeable
battery packs, etc.) that you use.
• Keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of the reach of children.
• Moisture causes damage to electronics. Avoid water exposure to all equipment not specifically designed and protected
for this purpose.
Before Starting Assembly
Before beginning the assembly of the Twist 60, remove each part from its bag for inspection. Closely inspect the fuselage,
wing panels, rudder, and stabilizer 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 sealing iron to remove them. Use caution while working around
areas where the colors overlap to prevent separating the colors.
Using the Manual
This manual is divided into sections to help make assembly easier to understand, and to provide breaks between each
major section. In addition, check boxes have been placed next to each step to keep track of each step completed. Steps
with a single box () are performed once, while steps with two boxes () indicate that the step will require
repeating, such as for a right or left wing panel, two servos, etc. Remember to take your time and follow the directions.
HAN100 – Heat Gun
HAN150 – Covering Glove
HAN101 – Sealing Iron
HAN141 – Sealing Iron
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Required Parts
• Wing panel w/ailerons
• Servo w/hardware (2)
• Servo extension, 9" (228mm) (2)
• Pre-assembled 3 1/2" (89mm) aileron linkage (2)
Required Tools and Adhesives
• Drill • Thin CA
• Drill bit: 1/16" (1.5mm), 5/64" (2mm)
• Phillips screwdriver • Long servo arm
Step 1
Check to make sure the hinges have been securely glued
into place. Gently pull on each aileron to make sure the
hinges are secure. Avoid too much pressure which could
cause damage to the wing and aileron. Saturate each
hinge if you find any that are loose.
Step 2
Flex each aileron up and down a number of times to
break in the hinges.
Section 1: Aileron Servo Installation

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Step 3
Prepare an aileron servo by installing the grommets
and brass eyelets provided with the servo. Secure
a 9" (228mm) servo extension to the servo using a
commercially available connector or with string or
unwaxed dental floss.
Step 4
Tie the string that exits the servo opening to the servo
extension. Use the string to pull the servo lead through
the wing. Use a piece of tape to keep the extension from
falling back into the wing.
Step 5
Place the servo into the opening with the servo output
towards the trailing edge of the wing. Use a felt-tipped pen
to mark the locations for the four servo mounting screws.
Step 6
Remove the servo and drill the locations for the servo
mounting screws using a 1/16" (1.5mm) drill bit.
Apply a couple drops of thin CA to each hole to harden
the wood, which will help in preventing the screws from
damaging the wood.
Section 1: Aileron Servo Installation

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Step 7
Secure the servo using the screws provided with the
servo. Remove the stock servo horn and install a long
servo arm in its place. Remove the side of the arm that
does not align with the control horn.
Step 8
Enlarge the outer hole of the servo arm using a 5/64"
(2mm) drill bit. Remove the pushrod keeper from the
linkage and slide the bend to the servo arm. Secure the
pushrod to the servo arm by replacing the pushrod keeper.
Step 9
Attach the clevis to the control horn. With the radio system
on and the aileron trim and stick centered, check that the
aileron is centered when viewed from the wing tip. Adjust
the length of the linkage if necessary.
Step 10
Use tape on the servo lead to prefvent it from falling back
into the wing.
Step 11
Repeat Steps 1 through 10 for the remaining aileron servo.
Section 1: Aileron Servo Installation