Hobby King DODGER-EP User manual

Wing Span 78 in / mm1980
Wing Area
Flying Weight
Fuselage Length
32 oz / 900 g
665 sq in / 42.9sq dm
40 in / 1020mm
Warning! This model is not a toy.
It is designed for maximum performance. Please seek advice if one is not familiar with this kind
of electric powered precision model. Operating this model without prior preparation may cause
injuries.Remember, safety is the most important thing. Always keep this instruction manual at
hand for quick reference.
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.*
Specifications
Requires: 3-channel radio w/ 2 mini servos, Outrunner
Motor KM0283010 w/ Propeller Adaptor
HW2340100 20A brushless ESC, 3 cells
11.1V 2100mAh Li-Po battery & charger.
DODGER-EP
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Read through the manual before you begin, so you will have an overall idea of what to do.
Symbols used throughout this instruction manual comprise of the following : -
1
2
3
Check all parts. If you find any defective or missing parts contact your local dealer. Please DRY FIT
and check for defects for all parts that will require CA or Epoxy for final assembly. Any parts you
find to be defective after the gluing process may be difficult to remove for warranty replacement. The
manufacturer will replace any defective parts, but will not extend to the parts that are
gluing to defective parts during assembly. Warranty will not cover any parts modified by customer .
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
ASSEMBLY
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
P.1
P.2-8
P.1
Do not overlook this symbol!
Cut off shaded portion.
Peel off shaded portion
covering film.
Pay close attention here!
Pierce the shaded portion
covering film.
Must be purchased separately!
Drill holes with the specified
diameter (here: 3mm).
Ensure smooth non-binding
movement while assembling.
Apply instant glue
(C.A.glue, super glue.)
Assemble left and right
sides the same way.
Apply epoxy glue.
Apply thread locker
Warning!

Main Wing
P.2
1
Stabilizer & Elevator
2Apply instant type CA glue to both sides of each hinge.
Bottom View
(Stabilizer)
(Main Wing)
AA'
B B'
B=B'
Temporary install the main wing, adjust
leveling of the stabilizer to make it as
parallel to the main wing as possible.
*Also refer to step 10 Wing Setting
Completed
Completed

P.3
Vertical Fin & Rudder
3
Completed
Apply instant type CA glue to both sides of each hinge.
C=
CC
C
Peel off shaded Portion
covering film.

P.4
7
7
Rudder Pushrod
5
Elevator Pushrod
4
Pushrod
Ø1.4 x 563mm
Horn
Pushrod
1.4x618mm
Fuel Tube
d2xD4x4mm
Clevis
PB2x10mm
TWM PL8210010
CLEVIS WRENCH
PB2x10mm
Horn
Pushrod
Ø1.4x563mm
Fuel Tube
d2xD4x4mm
TWM PL8210010
CLEVIS WRENCH
PB2x10mm Screw
2
PB2x10mm Screw
2
O1mm pllot holes for tri-horn are pre-drilled.
please look for lin-hole marks at under side
of control surfaces

TWM
KP0011310
SolderSolder
P.5
6Motor / Cowling Setting
PWA2x8mm Screw
4
4
PM2x12mm Screw
2
d3xD7mm Washer
4
56
7
4
3
Spinner
PM2x12mm
PM2x12mm
PWA2x8mm
Don't over-tighten the PM2 screws,
let the propeller blades align
themselves when spinning
M5 Nut
2 PM3x6mm
d3xD7mm
Washer
Don't over-tighten the
PM3 screws, too much
stress on the screws
could split the firewall.
TWM HW3111400
PROPELLER ADAPTOR WRENCH
Outrunner Motor 28/ 30
KM0283010
Propeller Adaptor
(d3xD5) HW2340100
Optional Parts
PM3x6mm Screw

P.6
C a nopy
9
Completed
Main Wing
8
d2.5 x D8mm Washer
PM2.5 x 16mm Screw
2
2
Radio Equipment
Rudder Pushrod
Straper
Elevator Pushrod Battery Tie
Fuel Tube
Ø4 x 4mm
Install and arrange the servo as shown in the diagram.
Receiver Sponge
7
Speed 400 Motor
Double-Side Tape Front
PM2.5 x 16mm
Peel off shaded portion covering film.
Bottom View
d2.5 x D8mm
Elevator Servo
Rudder Servo
Battery
Brushless ESC
Wing Protection
0.8 x 25 x 61mm
d2.5 x D8mm PM2.5 x 16mm
2.5mm

P.7
Wing Setting
10
A=A' B=B' C=C'
Elevator
Control Throws
Rudder
30mm
30mm
15mm
15mm
11
BB' C'C
AA'

P.8
C.G.
12
The ideal C.G. position is 75mm (2 95 in.) Behind the leading edge
measured at where the wing meets the fuselage. In order to obtain
the C.G.specified, add weight to the fuselage or move the battery
position. Check the C.G. Before flying.