Maxford USA de Havilland DH.82 Tiger Moth V2 User manual

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R AD I O
C ON T RO L
de Havilland DH.82 Tiger Moth
I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L
The de Havilland DH.82 Tiger Moth
is a
Havilland Aircraft Company. It was operated by the
primary trainer
aircraft. In addition to the type's principal use for
War
saw RAF Tiger Moths operating in other capacities, including
invasion preparations; some aircraft were even outfitted to function as armed
The Tiger Moth remained in service
with the RAF until it was succeeded and replaced by the
Chipmunk
during the early 1950s. Many of the military surplus aircraft subsequently entered into civil
operation. Many nations have used the Tiger Moth in both military and civil applica
widespread use as a recreational aircraft in several countries. It is still occasionally used as a primary
training aircraft, particularly for those pilots wanting to gain experience before moving on to other tail
aircraft. M
any Tiger Moths are now employed by various companies offering trial lesson experiences.
The V2 ARF is in RAAF silver/yellow color scheme and a big top hatch is added to the fuselage for easy access
to the electronics. Left and right wings are easy to dis
40~50cc gas or electric.
The V2 Tiger Moth will be all in Flat
the covering mylar at the factory, Fla
t
airplane will be in flat no more
shining.
ARF can be special ordered and will be custom covered
We invite you to enjoy the pride of ownership and the joy of flying this
high quality balsa, c
omposite
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C ON T RO L
GLOW / ELE C TR IC 105- I N CH
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de Havilland DH.82 Tiger Moth
V2 Flat-
finish
I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L
is a
1930s biplane designed by
Geoffrey de Havilland
Havilland Aircraft Company. It was operated by the
Royal Air Force
(RAF) and many other operators as a
aircraft. In addition to the type's principal use for
ab-initio train
ing, the
saw RAF Tiger Moths operating in other capacities, including
maritime surveillance
invasion preparations; some aircraft were even outfitted to function as armed
light bombers.
with the RAF until it was succeeded and replaced by the
during the early 1950s. Many of the military surplus aircraft subsequently entered into civil
operation. Many nations have used the Tiger Moth in both military and civil applica
tions, and it remains in
widespread use as a recreational aircraft in several countries. It is still occasionally used as a primary
training aircraft, particularly for those pilots wanting to gain experience before moving on to other tail
any Tiger Moths are now employed by various companies offering trial lesson experiences.
The V2 ARF is in RAAF silver/yellow color scheme and a big top hatch is added to the fuselage for easy access
to the electronics. Left and right wings are easy to dis
assemble for transportation. Customers can set it up for
The V2 Tiger Moth will be all in Flat
-
finish. A flat top coat will be painted on top of
t
-finish ARF is NOT FABRIC covered, still plasti
c mylar, but
shining.
That is the major difference with previous version.
ARF can be special ordered and will be custom covered
and painted in USA.
We invite you to enjoy the pride of ownership and the joy of flying this
omposite
and light-ply almost-ready-to-
fly aircraft
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W IN G SP AN
finish
ARF
Geoffrey de Havilland
and built by the de
(RAF) and many other operators as a
ing, the
Second World
maritime surveillance
and defensive anti-
light bombers.
with the RAF until it was succeeded and replaced by the
de Havilland
during the early 1950s. Many of the military surplus aircraft subsequently entered into civil
tions, and it remains in
widespread use as a recreational aircraft in several countries. It is still occasionally used as a primary
training aircraft, particularly for those pilots wanting to gain experience before moving on to other tail
wheel
any Tiger Moths are now employed by various companies offering trial lesson experiences.
The V2 ARF is in RAAF silver/yellow color scheme and a big top hatch is added to the fuselage for easy access
assemble for transportation. Customers can set it up for
finish. A flat top coat will be painted on top of
c mylar, but
the whole
That is the major difference with previous version.
Fabric covered
We invite you to enjoy the pride of ownership and the joy of flying this
fly aircraft
.

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Table of Contents:
I. Specifications
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2 VI. Safety precautions & assembly tips
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4
II. Parts list
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2 VII. Limited warranty, liability waiver & return policy ...... 6
III. Special features
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3 VIII. Photo instructions and assembly notes ......................... 7
IV. Important things customers must know
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3 IX. Initial setup, adjustments and preflight checks ............. 12
V. Storage, field setup & preflight checks
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3
I. SPECIFICATIONS*
 Wingspan .................................................................................................................................................................. 105 inches
 Length ........................................................................................................................................................................... 83 inches
 Wing area ............................................................................................................................................... 2,136 square inches
 ARF-only weight ........................................................................................................................................ about 12 pounds
 Center of gravity (CG) ............................................................................................... 10.35 inches (approx. 263 mm)
back from the leading edge of the wing
 Radio system (not included) .............. Minimum of 4 channels with 5 standard servos for electric setup
6 standard servos for gas or glow setup,
(2 for rudder and the other 2 for ailerons)
 Recommended power ....................................................... 40~50cc gas or equivalent-powered electric motor
*(Dimensions and weights are approximate.)
II. PARTS LIST
1. Included items

Pre-covered fuselage, wing panels, ailerons,
empennage with elevator and rudder.
 Cockpit hatch

Landing gear, main and tail wheels  Fiberglass cowl
 Decal set  Control surface hinges

Composite wing joiner, control horns and
related hardware (except items normally
supplied with servos, engines and motors).
 Aileron, rudder and elevator pushrods and
related linkages.
 This illustrated instruction manual.
2. Items you must supply to complete this ARF
 Cyanoacrylate (CA) and epoxy adhesives and optional threadlock compound.
 Common household shop tools (screwdriver, pliers, etc.).
 Power system, 40~50cc gas or equivalent-powered electric motor.
 Propeller as recommended by the maker of your power system.
 4 (or more) channel radio system.
 6 standard servos (such as Hitec HS311) when using a gas engine, or 5 standard servos if using an
electric power system.
 2 of 24-inch extensions and 2 of 12-inch Y-harness
 2 of Maxford USA 1/5 WWI Pilot Figures

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III. SPECIAL FEATURES
 Classic balsa and plywood construction.
 All required openings are predrilled and/or precut.
 2-piece fuselage design will shrink the size of boxes, that might help to prevent shipping damage
 The wing is easily removed for transportion with Maxflok Pins*.
 All major assemblies are preassembled and either precovered in Mylar or prepainted.
 Designed for both gas and electric power.
 An oversized removable cockpit hatch gives customers a wide
range of choices for using space inside the fuselage.
 Sacle Anti-spin Strakes added on tail
 Mylar covered ARF is painted a matt top coat at factory.
This is the only flat-finish ARF on the market. See the difference
of regular mylar covered wing panel (left) and flat-finish
result (right).
*Maxlok Pin is the design for easy assembling of model airplane parts invented by Maxford USA. A rod will go through the two
parts, a tab will be half glued in 1st part, half slide into a slot on 2nd part. A magnet bottom will be preinstalled in the 2nd part,
a L shape metal pin will slide through the 2nd part and tab to be held by the magnet. Simply remove the pin, the 1st and 2nd
parts will be disassembled.
IV. IMPORTANT THINGS CUSTOMERS MUST KNOW BEFORE ASSEMBLING THIS ARF
Please read and follow all instructions carefully, even if you are an experienced builder. Any assembling,
testing or flying of this airplane is done entirely at your own risk. If you use a receiver battery to power
your radio system and you are using an electric power system, do not attempt to combine the output of
your radio’s battery with any battery-eliminator circuit.
V. STORAGE, FIELD SETUP & PREFLIGHT CHECKS
1. Check the Mylar covering material’s joints and surfaces. If necessary, carefully use an iron on medium
heat to secure the edges and to tighten any loosened areas. Recheck and retighten from time to time; be
careful to not apply too much heat as you secure edges or tighten the Mylar. If any trim becomes
loosened, press it down and/or apply clear tape. Never apply heat to any trim or plastic part.
2. Ensure the propellers are securely attached to your engines or motors and that they remain undamaged
and correctly balanced.
3. To remove the wing:
a. Remove the bolts securing the wing to the fuselage near the trailing edge of the wing.
b. Slide the wing a few inches toward the tail, disconnect the servo extensions and glow-plug driver
wires if used, or motor wires if using an electric power system, then lift the wing fully away from the
fuselage. If desired for transport or storage, the wing panels may also be separated and the wing rod
may also be removed. Be careful to retain the removed wing attachment bolts, any optional Maxford
USA servo-extension safety clips you may have installed, and the wing rod if removed from the wing
panels.
4. To reinstall the wing, reverse the above procedure:
a. If the wing panels were separated, slide the wing panels onto the wing rod. Position the wing above
the fuselage and reconnect the servo extensions, optional Maxford USA servo-extension safety clips
and any other optional wiring (or motor wires if using an electric power system).
b. Slide the wing forward and insert the carbon fiber ‘pins’ in the leading edge of the wing into the
former at the front of the wing saddle, then use the wing attachment bolts to firmly secure the wing
to the fuselage.

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5. Preflight checks:
a. If any weight was added
in the nose or tail
b. Double-check the
condition and
c.
Make certain all screws, clevises and other
(Do not attempt to fly with any damaged or frayed
d. Double-check all
control directions and
e. As with all radio-
controlled model airplanes, this model must pass the radio range ground check
recommended by your radio’s manufacturer or you ma
f. M
ake it a habit to set your transmitter’s throttle control safely to minimum before turning ON your
transmitter and
receiver and
g. Setup and operate your radio
-
instructions and follow the guidelines offered by the Academy of Model Aeronautics, your local R/C
club, and concerned manufacturers,
VI. SAFE
TY PRECAUTIONS & ASSEMBLY TIPS
(IMPORTANT – READ
THIS SECTION
1.
This product should not be considered a toy, but rather a sophisticated, working model that functions
much like a full-
scale airplane. Because of its performance capabilities, this product, if not assembled and
operated correctly, could cause injury to you
provides you with a high-
quality, thoroughly tested model airplane kit
instructions. However, the quality and capabilities of your finished model airplane depend on how you
assemble it, and your safety depends on how you use and fly it. Any testing or flying of this model airplane
is done entirely at your own risk.
2. Assemble this
model airplane according to these
model beyond any assembly and
/or
result in an unsafe or unworkable model. If the instructions differ from the photos, the written
instructions should be considered
correct. If you have any question or
before you proceed with assembly of this product, contact your dealer or speak to a Maxford USA
customer service representative at
9 AM to 5 PM Pacific Time).
3. While this kit has been flight-
tested to meet or exceed our rigid performance and reliability standards in
normal use, if you elect to attempt
any high
larger power system than specified, you
taking any and all necessary steps to reinforce the high
more suitable for such increased stresses.
4.
Throughout the lifetime of this model, use o
or well-maintained radio-
control system
5.
Before you begin assembly of this model airplane, study the instructions and test
you fully understand the
instructions and that no parts are missing, damaged or unsatisfactory.
parts may differ slightly from those pictured
differences between the factory, our warehouse and your home or workshop
slight adjustments to
these instructions
and alignment. W
e recommend you contact us before attempting any such adjustment.
6.
It is your responsibility to install the receiver and
model passes all applicable safety/range tests and that the power system and controls operate correctly.
7.
Recheck the operation of this model before
and that the model remains
structurally sound
D
o not fly without replacing any that you find damaged or worn.
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in the nose or tail
to adjust the CG, ensure it
remains secure.
condition and
secure attachment of your propellers
and batteries
Make certain all screws, clevises and other
mechanical and electrical
connections are secure.
(Do not attempt to fly with any damaged or frayed
electrical or mechanical connection.)
control directions and
the amounts of control throws.
controlled model airplanes, this model must pass the radio range ground check
recommended by your radio’s manufacturer or you ma
y not fly safely.
ake it a habit to set your transmitter’s throttle control safely to minimum before turning ON your
receiver and
starting your engines or connecting your Lipo
flight batteries
-
control and power systems according to their
manufacturer’s
instructions and follow the guidelines offered by the Academy of Model Aeronautics, your local R/C
club, and concerned manufacturers,
who
all wish to help ensure your safe enjoyment of this hobby.
TY PRECAUTIONS & ASSEMBLY TIPS
THIS SECTION
CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU
BEGIN ASSEMBLY
This product should not be considered a toy, but rather a sophisticated, working model that functions
scale airplane. Because of its performance capabilities, this product, if not assembled and
operated correctly, could cause injury to you
or to
spectators and damage to property. Maxford USA
quality, thoroughly tested model airplane kit
and
written/photo
instructions. However, the quality and capabilities of your finished model airplane depend on how you
assemble it, and your safety depends on how you use and fly it. Any testing or flying of this model airplane
model airplane according to these
written/photo instructions.
Do not alter or modify the
/or
power-
system options covered in these instructions
result in an unsafe or unworkable model. If the instructions differ from the photos, the written
correct. If you have any question or
concern about the instructions,
before you proceed with assembly of this product, contact your dealer or speak to a Maxford USA
customer service representative at
562-529-3988
(Monday through Friday, except national holidays,
tested to meet or exceed our rigid performance and reliability standards in
any high
-stress flying, such as racing or
aerobatics, or if you install a
larger power system than specified, you
(the buyer or user of this product) are solely responsible for
taking any and all necessary steps to reinforce the high
-
stress points and/or substitute hardware that is
more suitable for such increased stresses.
Throughout the lifetime of this model, use o
nly the Maxford USA-
recommended power system and a new
control system
with fully charged batteries.
Before you begin assembly of this model airplane, study the instructions and test
-
fit each part to ensure
instructions and that no parts are missing, damaged or unsatisfactory.
parts may differ slightly from those pictured
in this manual. Due to t
emperature and/or humidity
differences between the factory, our warehouse and your home or workshop
,
there may
these instructions
and/or to
some mounting surfaces to ensure proper
e recommend you contact us before attempting any such adjustment.
It is your responsibility to install the receiver and
to
connect the R/C components in such a way that this
model passes all applicable safety/range tests and that the power system and controls operate correctly.
Recheck the operation of this model before
every flight to ensure all equipment is still operating correctly
structurally sound
; also
check all electrical, control and structural connections
o not fly without replacing any that you find damaged or worn.
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remains secure.
and batteries
.
connections are secure.
electrical or mechanical connection.)
controlled model airplanes, this model must pass the radio range ground check
ake it a habit to set your transmitter’s throttle control safely to minimum before turning ON your
flight batteries
.
manufacturer’s
instructions and follow the guidelines offered by the Academy of Model Aeronautics, your local R/C
all wish to help ensure your safe enjoyment of this hobby.
BEGIN ASSEMBLY
)
This product should not be considered a toy, but rather a sophisticated, working model that functions
scale airplane. Because of its performance capabilities, this product, if not assembled and
spectators and damage to property. Maxford USA
written/photo
assembly
instructions. However, the quality and capabilities of your finished model airplane depend on how you
assemble it, and your safety depends on how you use and fly it. Any testing or flying of this model airplane
Do not alter or modify the
system options covered in these instructions
; doing so may
result in an unsafe or unworkable model. If the instructions differ from the photos, the written
concern about the instructions,
before you proceed with assembly of this product, contact your dealer or speak to a Maxford USA
(Monday through Friday, except national holidays,
tested to meet or exceed our rigid performance and reliability standards in
aerobatics, or if you install a
(the buyer or user of this product) are solely responsible for
stress points and/or substitute hardware that is
recommended power system and a new
fit each part to ensure
instructions and that no parts are missing, damaged or unsatisfactory.
Some
emperature and/or humidity
there may
be some need for
some mounting surfaces to ensure proper
installation
e recommend you contact us before attempting any such adjustment.
connect the R/C components in such a way that this
model passes all applicable safety/range tests and that the power system and controls operate correctly.
every flight to ensure all equipment is still operating correctly
check all electrical, control and structural connections
.

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8. To help ensure
the security of your servo connections, we recommend
Maxford USA servo-
extension safety clips
about safety clips see
http://www.maxfordusa.com/servoextensionsafetyclip.aspx
9.
Assemble any included or optionally installed
EZ-Link connectors
as shown at the
When applying thread
lock compound
glue the EZ-
Link connector to the control arm
or mounting tab, and
be careful to not
pushrods bind against any
nearby surface
10. Use your radio system
or a servo tester to
to learn more about servo testers
at
11.
String may be supplied to pull your servo’s lead
extensions or other wiring
through the
you may find it easier to use masking tape to temporarily attach
the end of the wire to a
length of coat
wire to pull the lead through the airframe as
12. After you determine each wood-
screw’s location,
hole then
apply thin CA adhesive to harden
13.
If Mylar hides a CA hinge’s slot, find and open the slot by carefully pressing with a fingernail or sharp
hobby knife.
14. If you are not an experienced
ARF assembler or
experienced R/C assembler and
pilot.
15. Apply threadlock compound
or CA adhesive
16. Use epoxy to permanently attach
, protect
17. If you have concern ab
out the security of any factory
adhesive around the
perimeter of such part(s) as a
18. Production details such
as included hardware and/or Mylar
19. After adjusting any
clevis, secure the clevis to its threaded rod with
threadlock compound, epoxy, or CA adhesive.
For additional safety, you may hold the clevis closed by adding
small piece of tubing (not supplied) as shown at th
(NOTE: i
f included with this model, clevises may be made of plastic or metal.)
20. Use crimp tubes to secure
any included wing
threaded rods and clevises
as pictured at the right
a. Slide the crimp
tube onto the cable
end of the cable through the
anchor point or
hole in the end of the threaded
rod.
b.
Direct the end of the cable back into and all
the way through the crimp tube.
c.
Adjust the cable’s tension, then u
the length of the crimp tube to securely crimp the tube onto the cable.
(NOTE: for your safety, after
squeezing any crimp tube or
on its pushrod or threaded rod, a
secure each crimp tube or
clevis
of wire poking out from the end of any crimp tube
can
be sharp enough to cut or abrade skin!
21. This model may include
plastic, fiberglass and/or
sand any
such part, wear safety goggles, a particle mask and rubber gloves to guard yourself from eye,
skin and respiratory-
tract irritation
22. If you use
an electric power system,
OPERATING YOUR MODEL AIRPLANE’S ELECTRIC POWER SYSTEM
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the security of your servo connections, we recommend
using
optional
extension safety clips
as pictured at the right. (For information
http://www.maxfordusa.com/servoextensionsafetyclip.aspx
.)
Assemble any included or optionally installed
as shown at the
right.
lock compound
, do NOT
Link connector to the control arm
be careful to not
let any
nearby surface
s.
or a servo tester to
center your servos before installation.
(You may
at
http://www.maxfordusa.com/servo.aspx.)
String may be supplied to pull your servo’s lead
s and/or servo
through the
wing or fuselage; however,
you may find it easier to use masking tape to temporarily attach
length of coat
-hanger wire, then use the
wire to pull the lead through the airframe as
pictured at the right.
screw’s location,
drill a small guide
apply thin CA adhesive to harden
and strengthen
the wood where the screw
If Mylar hides a CA hinge’s slot, find and open the slot by carefully pressing with a fingernail or sharp
ARF assembler or
R/C pilot
, we strongly urge you to get assistance from an
pilot.
or CA adhesive
to secure hardware from vibration.
, protect
and reinforce critical airframe assemblies.
out the security of any factory
-
fabrication procedure(s), you may apply
perimeter of such part(s) as a
safety precaution.
as included hardware and/or Mylar
, trim,
or paint colors may vary.
clevis, secure the clevis to its threaded rod with
threadlock compound, epoxy, or CA adhesive.
For additional safety, you may hold the clevis closed by adding
a
small piece of tubing (not supplied) as shown at th
e right.
f included with this model, clevises may be made of plastic or metal.)
any included wing
wires to anchor points and/or to
attach
as pictured at the right
:
tube onto the cable
. Guide the
anchor point or
rod.
Direct the end of the cable back into and all
Adjust the cable’s tension, then u
se pliers to firmly squeeze several places along
the length of the crimp tube to securely crimp the tube onto the cable.
squeezing any crimp tube or
adjusting any clevis
on its pushrod or threaded rod, a
pply epoxy or thin CA adhesive to permanently
clevis
in position. Be careful to not leave any strands
of wire poking out from the end of any crimp tube
; exposed small steel strands
be sharp enough to cut or abrade skin!
)
plastic, fiberglass and/or
carbon-fiber-reinforced parts. I
f you
such part, wear safety goggles, a particle mask and rubber gloves to guard yourself from eye,
tract irritation
; never blow into such a
part as the dust may blow back into your face.
an electric power system,
read “
IMPORTANT THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN INSTALLING AND
OPERATING YOUR MODEL AIRPLANE’S ELECTRIC POWER SYSTEM
”
on the Maxford USA Website
Connector body
Control arm (or tab)
Washer
Mounting nut
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optional
(You may
be interested
the wood where the screw
s are to be installed.
If Mylar hides a CA hinge’s slot, find and open the slot by carefully pressing with a fingernail or sharp
, we strongly urge you to get assistance from an
fabrication procedure(s), you may apply
extra epoxy
or paint colors may vary.
attach
pull-pull cables to
f you
ever drill, grind or
such part, wear safety goggles, a particle mask and rubber gloves to guard yourself from eye,
part as the dust may blow back into your face.
IMPORTANT THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN INSTALLING AND
on the Maxford USA Website
at
Clamping bolt
Connector body
Control arm (or tab)
Mounting nut

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http://www.maxfordusa.com/brushlessmotorandcontroller.aspx. Also read any instructions that may be
included with your motors, electronic speed controls, batteries and charger. Failure to consider and
follow such instructions could result in permanent damage to your model airplane, its electric power
system, their surroundings, and possible bodily harm! If you crash this model airplane, carefully check for
any battery damage. Do NOT attempt to use or recharge a damaged battery.
VII. LIMITED WARRANTY, LIABILITY WAIVER & RETURN POLICY
Maxford USA guarantees this ARF kit to be free from defects in material and workmanship at the time of
purchase. Our products have been inspected in our factory and are checked again when shipped from our
warehouse. However, Maxford USA cannot directly control the materials you may use or your final
assembly process. Therefore, Maxford USA cannot in any way guarantee the performance of your finished
model airplane. Furthermore, in purchasing this product, you (the buyer or user of this product) exempt,
waive, and relieve Maxford USA from all current or future liability for any personal injury, property
damage, or wrongful death, and if you (the buyer or user of this product) are involved in any claim or suit,
you will not sue Maxford USA or any of its representatives.
If you do not fully accept the above liability and waiver, you may request a return-merchandise
authorization number (RMA#) as explained on the following page in item 2. If you think there is a missing,
damaged or unsatisfactory part, please read the following after-sales service and return policy and
instructions.
After-sales service and return policy and instructions:
1. Inspect your order upon delivery for any missing, damaged or unsatisfactory part(s). If you believe
there is a problem, you must call us at 562-529-3988 (Monday through Friday except holidays,
between the hours of 9 AM and 5 PM Pacific time) before you begin assembly and within 10 days from
receipt of your purchase. During this telephone conversation, and with your support, we will
determine how to resolve your concern.
2. To request a return-merchandise authorization number (RMA#), call 562-529-3988 (Monday through
Friday except holidays, between the hours of 9 AM and 5 PM Pacific Time). If we elect to issue you an
RMA#, you must clearly mark this RMA# on the outside of the package. (No return or exchange will be
authorized after 10 days from the date of your receipt of the product; any package delivered to us
without a Maxford USA RMA# is subject to being returned to the sender, as received, with return
postage payable upon delivery.) Returned merchandise must be in its original condition as received
from Maxford USA, with no assembly or modification, in the product’s original packing materials,
complete with any included printed materials, manuals and accessories. Return shipping and
insurance charges must be prepaid by you, the buyer.
3. Returned merchandise that is accepted by Maxford USA for credit is subject to a 10% to 20%
restocking fee (the final amount will be determined by Maxford USA upon receipt and examination of
the returned merchandise).
Return address:
Maxford USA
13630 Imperial HWY, #11
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
IMPORTANT: Print the RMA# issued by Maxford USA
on your package near our address.

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VIII. PHOTO INSTRUCTIONS AND ASSEMBLY NOTES
Step 1. Installation of the aileron servos
1. Mount aileron servo to servo mounting blocks with servo’s screws. Install servo mounting
plate with screws.
2. Insert hinges and aileron into wing, then use CA to fix them.
3. Mount the aileron control horns and aileron pushrods on the ailerons. There are holes pre-
drilled to locate the position of these horns.
4. Connect the aileron push-rods to the aileron servos.

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Step 2. Installation in the fuselage
1.
Pull out front and rear part of fuselage, slide composite positions pins into front
rear part. When you will be satisfied with test fit, glue front and rear part of fuselage into one piece.
2.
Place the fuselage upside down to get access to the opening in the fuselage bottom.
3. Install your elevator servo, 2
rudder ser
4.
Connect the clevises of the two sets of elevator pull
5.
Install rudder cable rings on each side of fuselage. Guide rudder cable through rings, clip cable en
the rudder servo arm.
Step3. Mounting the tail surfaces and the tail wheel
1. Test fit then glue
the rudder and elevator to vert. fin and horiz
2.
Mount the stabilizer and fin onto the tail end of the fuselage
surface mounting bolts into the holes pre
bolts into the fin.
3. Install scale Anti-
spin Strakes onto the rear of turtle back with wood screws and epoxy.
4. Insert the sharp end of
the tail
to secure it in the fin. Tighten the two mounting screws to
sure the tail wheel strut can rotate freely in the
strut and tail wheel to the
fuselage.)
5.
Mount the control horns onto the rudder and elevator.
6. Connect the pull-
pull control cables to the horns on the elevator and on the
the tension in the cables by turning the clevises clockwise or
threaded connector.
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Pull out front and rear part of fuselage, slide composite positions pins into front
part, then test fit the
rear part. When you will be satisfied with test fit, glue front and rear part of fuselage into one piece.
Place the fuselage upside down to get access to the opening in the fuselage bottom.
rudder ser
vos and throttle servo (if set up for gas)
in the servo tray
Connect the clevises of the two sets of elevator pull
-pull wires to the elevator
servo arm.
Install rudder cable rings on each side of fuselage. Guide rudder cable through rings, clip cable en
Step3. Mounting the tail surfaces and the tail wheel
the rudder and elevator to vert. fin and horiz
ontal
stabilizer with CA.
Mount the stabilizer and fin onto the tail end of the fuselage
by inserting the
surface mounting bolts into the holes pre
-drill in the fuselage,
then securely tighten these
spin Strakes onto the rear of turtle back with wood screws and epoxy.
the tail
-gear strut into the hole pre-
drilled in the fin
to secure it in the fin. Tighten the two mounting screws to
secure the mounting plate. (Be
sure the tail wheel strut can rotate freely in the
mounting plate as you secure the tail
fuselage.)
Mount the control horns onto the rudder and elevator.
pull control cables to the horns on the elevator and on the
the tension in the cables by turning the clevises clockwise or
counter-
clockwise on the
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part, then test fit the
rear part. When you will be satisfied with test fit, glue front and rear part of fuselage into one piece.
Place the fuselage upside down to get access to the opening in the fuselage bottom.
in the servo tray
.
servo arm.
Install rudder cable rings on each side of fuselage. Guide rudder cable through rings, clip cable en
d to
stabilizer with CA.
by inserting the
two long tail-
then securely tighten these
spin Strakes onto the rear of turtle back with wood screws and epoxy.
drilled in the fin
and apply thin CA
secure the mounting plate. (Be
mounting plate as you secure the tail
wheel
pull control cables to the horns on the elevator and on the
rudder. Adjust
clockwise on the

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Step 4. Mount the main landing gear assembly
1.
Fix the main landing gear assembly in place by tightening the mounting
down plates as shown. There are holes
the main landing gear.
2.
Slip the main wheels on their axles and use four wheel collars to retain the
Step5. Assembling the wing and installing the wing flying wires
1.
Install the lower wing center section to the
center section and
lower wing panel
slide the Maxlok Pin in posit, mark
into the wing panel Maxlok tab slot after test fit.
2. Repeat the above step
for top wing and
3. Test fit then install
the 6 pcs of the upper wing cabane
section and the fuselage side as shown. There are pre
position of the cabanes. Pay attention to the angle of each of
4.
Connect the upper wing to the lower wing with 4 pcs
bolts and self-
lock nuts to connect the wing struts and to mount the
Pay attention to the length of the struts: the rear
strut.
5. Screws on 4 pcs of t
he aluminum angle brackets to the
6.
Connect the clevis end of the wires to the connectors as shown.
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Step 4. Mount the main landing gear assembly
Fix the main landing gear assembly in place by tightening the mounting
screws in the hold
down plates as shown. There are holes
pre-drilled in the
bottom of the fuselage for mounting
Slip the main wheels on their axles and use four wheel collars to retain the
Step5. Assembling the wing and installing the wing flying wires
Install the lower wing center section to the
fuselage; test fit
the lower wing
lower wing panel
s.
Test fit Maxlok tab with center section and wing panel,
slide the Maxlok Pin in posit, mark
on tab
at the edge of the center section, then glue the tab
into the wing panel Maxlok tab slot after test fit.
for top wing and
install
all Maxflok tabs in position.
the 6 pcs of the upper wing cabane
in place on the upper wing’s center
section and the fuselage side as shown. There are pre
-
drilled holes to locate
position of the cabanes. Pay attention to the angle of each of
the cabanes.
Connect the upper wing to the lower wing with 4 pcs
of wing struts.
Test fit before glue.
lock nuts to connect the wing struts and to mount the
flying wire connectors.
Pay attention to the length of the struts: the rear
wing strut is longer than the front wing
he aluminum angle brackets to the
upper wing and lower wing panels.
Connect the clevis end of the wires to the connectors as shown.
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screws in the hold
-
bottom of the fuselage for mounting
Slip the main wheels on their axles and use four wheel collars to retain the
wheels in place.
the lower wing
rod through the
Test fit Maxlok tab with center section and wing panel,
at the edge of the center section, then glue the tab
all Maxflok tabs in position.
in place on the upper wing’s center
drilled holes to locate
the mounting
Test fit before glue.
Use
flying wire connectors.
wing strut is longer than the front wing
upper wing and lower wing panels.

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7.
Carefully adjust the tension on each of the flying wires to hold the wings in
to each other. (This is very
important! If the wings are
the airplane may not be controllable in
Step 6. Install the engine and engine cowl
1.
Use the specific dimensions of your engine to locate and drill holes into the
mount’s firewall, then attach the engine with the standoffs,
provided with your engine.
2.
Test fit your engine with cowl to
motor box in position. It has to be
the cowl to
access the speed needle
exhaust pipe(s) to exit the cowl.
3.
Mount the cowl with the self
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Carefully adjust the tension on each of the flying wires to hold the wings in
important! If the wings are
twisted by misadjusted flying wires,
the airplane may not be controllable in
flight.)
Step 6. Install the engine and engine cowl
Use the specific dimensions of your engine to locate and drill holes into the
mount’s firewall, then attach the engine with the standoffs,
screws, washers and/or nuts
Test fit your engine with cowl to
determine the position of motor box,
and then
motor box in position. It has to be
glued solidly for safety reason. Test fit then
access the speed needle
s
, and cut any necessary opening(s) for the muffler
exhaust pipe(s) to exit the cowl.
Mount the cowl with the self
-tapping screws supplied.
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Carefully adjust the tension on each of the flying wires to hold the wings in
proper alignment
twisted by misadjusted flying wires,
Use the specific dimensions of your engine to locate and drill holes into the
wooden engine
screws, washers and/or nuts
and then
glue the
glued solidly for safety reason. Test fit then
drill a hole in
, and cut any necessary opening(s) for the muffler
and

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CONGRATULATIONS!
IX. INITIAL SETUP,
ADJUSTMENTS
1. Check the C.G.
point, which is about 263
measured at the center of the upper wing center section.
2. Perform a radio
range check with the engine running.
3. Adjust the control-
surface throws:
Elevator:
30 degrees up / down
Rudder:
30 degrees left / right
Ailerons:
30 degrees up / down
4. Check the heat-
shrink covering material’s joints and surfaces; if necessary,
dedicated covering-
material
areas.
Always use low heat to prevent any possible damage the covering mylar.
retighten from time to time, being especially careful to ke
5.
Check/adjust servo centering, direction and end
you pull the right stick toward you, the elevator should deflect upwards; push the right stick to
the right and the right aileron should de
downwards; push the left stick left and the rudder should deflect to the left as viewed from the
rear of the fuselage. Review your radio’s instruction manual if you require assistance with any
radio-related
installation or servo
6. Double-
check the security of the engine/motor
and other connections throughout the airframe are secure.
7. Double-
check the control directions of the throttle, ailero
8. As with all radio-
controlled model airplanes, this model must pass the radio range ground
check recommended by your radio’s manufacturer, or you may not safely fly.
9.
Get into the habit of moving your transmitter’s throttle to minimu
radio system, and carefully break
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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CONGRATULATIONS!
ASSEMBLY IS FINISHED
!
ADJUSTMENTS
AND PREFLIGHT CHECKS
point, which is about 263
-
mm (about 10.35 in) behind the leading edge
measured at the center of the upper wing center section.
range check with the engine running.
surface throws:
30 degrees up / down
30 degrees left / right
30 degrees up / down
shrink covering material’s joints and surfaces; if necessary,
material
heat gun/
iron to secure the edges and to tighten any loosened
Always use low heat to prevent any possible damage the covering mylar.
retighten from time to time, being especially careful to ke
ep the edges well sealed.
Check/adjust servo centering, direction and end
-
point adjustments. If you fly mode 2, when
you pull the right stick toward you, the elevator should deflect upwards; push the right stick to
the right and the right aileron should de
flect upwards and the left aileron should deflect
downwards; push the left stick left and the rudder should deflect to the left as viewed from the
rear of the fuselage. Review your radio’s instruction manual if you require assistance with any
installation or servo
-adjustment questions.
check the security of the engine/motor
cowl
and make certain that all screws, clevises
and other connections throughout the airframe are secure.
check the control directions of the throttle, ailero
ns, elevator and rudder.
controlled model airplanes, this model must pass the radio range ground
check recommended by your radio’s manufacturer, or you may not safely fly.
Get into the habit of moving your transmitter’s throttle to minimu
m before turning ON your
radio system, and carefully break
-
in and operate your engine or electric power system
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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mm (about 10.35 in) behind the leading edge
shrink covering material’s joints and surfaces; if necessary,
carefully use a
iron to secure the edges and to tighten any loosened
Always use low heat to prevent any possible damage the covering mylar.
Recheck and
ep the edges well sealed.
point adjustments. If you fly mode 2, when
you pull the right stick toward you, the elevator should deflect upwards; push the right stick to
flect upwards and the left aileron should deflect
downwards; push the left stick left and the rudder should deflect to the left as viewed from the
rear of the fuselage. Review your radio’s instruction manual if you require assistance with any
and make certain that all screws, clevises
ns, elevator and rudder.
controlled model airplanes, this model must pass the radio range ground
check recommended by your radio’s manufacturer, or you may not safely fly.
m before turning ON your
in and operate your engine or electric power system

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Reminder …
 This product is NOT a toy.
 The quality and capabilities of your finished model airplane depend on how you assemble it.
 Your safety depends on how you use and fly it.
 Any testing, flying and use of this model airplane is done entirely at your own risk.
PLEASE ENJOY YOUR HOBBY AND FLY SAFELY!
HAPPY LANDING!
Manufactured and distributed by: Maxford USA RC Model Mfg, Inc.
13630 Imperial HWY, #11, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 USA
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