THE WORLD MODELS Jeff Troy's TAMEcat EP ARF User manual

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MANUFACTURING CO., LTD.
FACTORY PRE-FABRICATED
ALMOST-READY-TO-FLY (ARF) SERIES
MADE IN CHINA
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Wing Span
Wing Area
Flying Weight
Fuselage Length
39.5 in / 1000 mm
273 sq in / 17.6 sq dm
24 oz / 680 g
29.0 in / 730 mm
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 engine 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.
HIGH
PERFORMANCE
KM0283010KM0283010
Outrunner Motor Included!
Max Speed 12000 rpm
Operating Power 180 W
Operating Voltage 6-12 V
Peak Current 20 A (max 15 s)
Shaft diameter 3 mm
Diameter 28 mm
Lengthe 30 mm
Weight 60 g
Outrunner Motor
Requires : 4-channel radio w/ 4 micro servos,
20A Brushless ESC, 3 cells 11. 1V
2100mAh Li - Po battery & charger.
Y - harness (1), 6 - inch servo extension (1)
Specifications
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.*
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Jeff Troy’s TAMEcat EP ARF

INDEX
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
PARTS LIST
ASSEMBLY
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
P.1
P.2
P.3-P.10
P.10
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 good before gluing to defective parts during assembly. Warranty will
not cover any parts modified by customer.
Symbols used throughout this instruction manual comprise of the following :-
Read through the manual before you begin, so you will have an overall idea of what to do.
1
2
3
Apply epoxy glue.
Assemble left and right
sides the same way.
Peel off shaded portion
covering film.
Drill holes with the specified
diameter (here: 3mm)
Pay close attention here!
Pierce the shaded portion
covering film.
Apply instant glue
(C.A.glue, super glue.)
Ensure smooth non-binding
movement while assembling.
Cut off shaded portion.
Must be purchased separately!
Do not overlook this symbol!
3mm
P.1
Jeff Troy’s TAMEcat EP ARF

Parts List
P.2
COVERING:--
LIGHTEX SGX245000
LIGHTEX SGX245001
LIGHTEX SGX100
LIGHTEX SGX201
LIGHTEX SGX311
1. MAIN WING -- 1 set
2. SCREW PM2x8mm -- 4 pcs
STRAPER -- 2 pcs
FUEL TUBE d2xD4x4mm -- 4 pcs
CLEVIS -- 2 pcs
HORN -- 2 sets
PUSHROD Ø1.4x90mm w/ Threads (For Aileron) -- 2 pcs
PLYWOOD 3x7.5x17mm (For Aileron Servo) -- 4 pcs
3. STABILIZER & ELEVATOR -- 1 set
FUSELAGE -- 1 pc.
4. VERTICAL FIN & RUDDER -- 1 pc.
BALSA (Tail Skid) 2x15.1x98.4mm -- 2 pcs
5. FRONT LANDING GEAR -- 1 set
COLLAR Ø2.6mm w/ set screw -- 1 set
WHEEL Ø40mm -- 1 pc.
LANDING WIRE STRAPS PL4114030 -- 2 pcs
PLASTIC COLLAR d3xD6.5x2mm -- 1 pc.
SCREW PWA2.3x8mm -- 4 pcs
6. MAIN LANDING GEAR -- 1 set
COLLAR Ø2.6mm w/ set screw -- 4 sets
WHEEL Ø40mm -- 2 pcs
LANDING WIRE STRAPS PL4114030 -- 3 pcs
SCREW PWA2.3x8mm -- 6 pcs
7. SCREW PM2x8mm -- 2 pcs
FUEL TUBE d2xD4x4mm -- 2 pcs
CLEVIS -- 1 pc.
STRAPER -- 1 pc.
HORN -- 1 set
PUSHROD Ø1.4x120mm w/ Threads (For Elevator) -- 1 pc.
8. SCREW PM2x8mm -- 4 pcs
FUEL TUBE d2xD4x4mm -- 4 pcs
CLEVIS -- 2 pcs
STRAPER -- 2 pcs
HORN -- 2 sets
PUSHROD Ø1.4x145mm w/ Threads (For Rudder) -- 2 pcs
9. KM0283010 OUTRUNNER MOTOR -- 1 set
HW2340100 PROPELLER ADAPTOR (d3 D5) -- 1 set
FOLDING PROPELLER SET (10x6) -- 1 set
SPINNER Ø45mm -- 1 set
COWLING --1 pc.
SCREW PWA2x8mm -- 4 pcs
SCREW PM3x6mm -- 4 pcs
WASHER d3xD7mm -- 4 pcs
10. SCREW PM2x10mm --2 pcs
M2 NYLON INSERT LOCK NUT -- 2 pcs
WASHER d2xD5mm -- 2 pcs
SCREW PWA2.3x8mm -- 4 pcs
SPONGE 10x50x150mm (For Radio Equipment) -- 1 pc.
DOUBLE-SIDED TAPE 30x35mm -- 1 pc.
BATTERY TIE 180mm -- 1 pc.
MOUNTING PLATE (PL4114015) -- 2 pcs
BALSA 3.5x45 x106mm -- 1 pc.
BALSA 3.5x45x86mm -- 1 pc.
PLYWOOD 2x68.8x85mm -- 1 pc.
11. SCREW PM2.5x25mm -- 2 pcs
WASHER d2.5xD8mm -- 2 pcs
PLYWOOD 2x17x64mm (Wing Protection) -- 1 pc.
12. CANOPY -- 1 pc.
SCREW PWA2x8mm -- 4 pcs
PILOT (PC101042A) -- 1 pc.
13. DECALS -- 1 set

Main Wing
PM2x8mm Screw
Bottom View
Bottom View
Completed
Aileron Servos
Apply instant type CA glue to both sides of each hinge.
Aileron Servo Lead
Clevis
Horn
Straper
PLYWOOD
3x7.5x17mm Fuel Tube
d2xD4x4mm
Pushrod Ø1.4x90mm
Fuel Tube
d2xD4x4mm
PM2x8mm
2mm
P.3
4
2
1

Stabilizer & Elevator
Vertical Fin & Rudder
Temporary install the main wing, adjust
leveling of the stabilizer to make is as
parallel to the main wing as possible.
*Also refer to step 13 Wing Setting
(Stabilizer)
(Main Wing)
B
B=B
B
A=A
A A
Completed
Completed
Bottom View
Apply instant type CA glue
to both sides of each hinge.
Apply instant type CA glue to
both sides of each hinge.
C=C'D=D'
C
D
DC
P.4
4
3

Front Landing Gear
PWA2.3x8mm Screw
PWA2.3x8mm
Bottom View
Completed
Bottom View
Bottom View
Main Landing Gear
2.6mm Collar 2.6mm Collar
Landing Wire Straps
PL4114030
Landing Wire Straps
PL4114030
3mm Set Screw
PWA2.3x8mm Screw
PWA2.3x8mm PWA2.3x8mm
2mm
3mm Set Screw
2.6mm Collar
Front
Front
2.6mm Collar
2.6mm Collar
P.5
6
4
1
4
6
5
Wheel Ø40mm

Rudder Pushrod
PM2x8mm Screw
Clevis
Horn
Fuel Tube
d2xD4x4mm
PM2x8mm
Straper
Fuel Tube
d2xD4x4mm
Pushrod
Ø1.4x145mm
4
Ø1mm pilot holes for World Models horn are pre-drilled.
Please look for pin-hole marks at side of control surfaces.
2mm
Rudder Pushrod
P.6
8
PM2x8mm Screw
Elevator Pushrod
Clevis
Straper
Elevator Pushrod
Horn
Fuel Tube
d2xD4x4mm
Fuel Tube
d2xD4x4mm
PM2x8mm
Pushrod
Ø1.4x120mm
2mm
Ø1mm pilot holes for World Models horn are pre-drilled.
Please look for pin-hole marks at under side of control surfaces.
2
7

Battery & ESC
Bottom View
Install and arrange the equipment as shown
in the diagram.
M2 Nylon Insert Lock Nut
PM2x10mm Screw
PWA2.3x8mm Screwd2xD5mm Washer
Battery Battery Tie
20A Brushless ESC
Double-Sided tape
Front
P.7
10
2
2
4
2
Outrunner Motor / Cowling
Make sure rotating motor casing is
not in contact with wirings or anything.
43
21
PM3x6mm Screw
d3xD7mm Washer
PWA2x8mm Screw
4
PA2.6x8mm Screw
2
PM2x12mm
PM2x12mm
Don’t over-tighten the PM2 screws, let the propeller
blades align themselves when spinning.
PM3x6mm
d3xD7mm
Washer
M5 Nut
Completed
PA2.6x8mm
PWA2x8mm
1.5mm
Ø45mm Spinner
4
4
9

Main Wing
PM2.5x25mm Screw
PM2.5x25mm
d2.5xD8mm Washer
d2.5xD8mm Washer
Wing Protection
2x17x64mm
P.8
2
2
11
Bottom View
Bottom View
PWA2.3x8mm
Balsa 3.5x45x106mm
Plywood 2x68.8x85mm
Balsa 3.5x45x86mm
2mm
2mm
Mounting Plate
M2 Nylon Insert Lock Nut
M2 Nylon Insert Lock Nut
d2xD5mm
Washer
d2xD5mm
Washer
PM2x10mm
PM2x10mm
Sponge 10x50x150mm

PWA2x8mm Screw
PWA2x8mm
Pilot
Canopy
1mm
A
A=A'
B=B'
C=C'
A'
B'B
C'C
4
12
Wing Setting
Adjust the wing and fuselage configuration as shown in the diagrams.
13
P.9

C.G.
Control Throws
Adjust the control throws as shown in the diagram.
These throws are good for general flying. You can
adjust according to your personal preference.
Rudder 8mm HIGH RATE LOW RATE
8mm
5mm
5mm
HIGH RATE LOW RATE
6mm
6mm
HIGH RATE LOW RATE
5mm
5mm
10mm
10mm
7mm
7mm
Elevator
Aileron
The ideal C.G. position is 50mm (2 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.
Jeff Troy’s TAMEcat EP ARF
50mm
C.G.
2 in
P.10
15
14
# First time flyer should never fly by himself/herself. Assistance from experienced flyer is
absolutely necessary.
# Pre-flight adjustment must be done before flying, it is very dangerous to fly a badly
pre-adjusted aircraft.
# Check and re-tighten up all factory assembled screws, use thread locker if applicable.
# Make sure the air field is spacious, never fly the plane too close to people and never get
too close to a running propeller.
# If you find wrinkles on the covering as a result of weather changes, you can use hot iron
to remove the wrinkles. Please begin with lower temperature setting and gradually raise
the temperature until the wrinkles are gone. Too hot an iron may damage the covering.
# is specially designed to be powered by KM0283010
Outrunner Motor.
Warning!
Important Safety Precautions

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E2450705

There are only two kinds of airplanes — Fighters and Targets. Hello, Fighter Ace!.
Thank you for purchasing my F-14 TAMEcat EP ARF from The World Models.
The original F-14 TAMEcat was a .40-size, nitro-powered model. The design was originally published as
a plan set in Model Aviation magazine as a primary trainer with very gentle flight characteristics. Despite
its jet-like appearance, the original F-14 TAMEcat is an ideal airplane for beginners to radio control
flying. The .40-size F-14 TAMEcat Trainer ARF is also available from The World Models.
There are a few significant differences between that airplane and the EP version you have before you.
Most important is that the F-14 TAMEcat EP ARF is not intended for use as a primary trainer, although
it does have reasonably gentle flying characteristics when operated at lower motor speeds.
The EP model is much smaller than the original design, there is a lower dihedral angle in the wing, and its
extreme lightness and high-power TWM brushless outrunner motor will allow the model to fly faster than
I would recommend for basic flight training. If a true, primary training version of the TAMEcat is desired,
please purchase the F-14 TAMEcat Trainer ARF from The World Models.
Now that you understand the differences between the electric-powered F-14 TAMEcat EP ARF and the
larger, .40-size F-14 TAMEcat Trainer ARF for nitro (glow engine) power, here are a few suggestions
for getting the best performance from your F-14 TAMEcat EP ARF.
1. The nose gear is not steerable, so the model’s nose should be pointed directly into the wind when
attempting an ROG (Rise Off Ground) takeoff. Landings should also be made directly into the wind.
2. If flying from a grass field, try removing the main landing gear and the nose gear. This will save
weight and reduce aerodynamic drag, thus improving the model’s overall flight performance.
3. Please use the recommended 3S lithium-polymer battery. Several flights were made using a less
powerful 2S battery, and we found the power output of 2S batteries to be sub-standard for this model in
wind conditions above dead calm.
4. Finally, your F-14 TAMEcat EP ARF can be used satisfactorily as a flight trainer if flown with a
qualified RC flight instructor. At two-thirds to three-quarters power, the F-14 TAMEcat EP ARF is
gentle and easily managed, and will satisfactorily fulfill a flight training role.
For flight training, the model should be equipped with a radio control system with a “buddy box” feature
for the instructor, and the student pilot should use the buddy box controller. The correct connecting cable
should be used between the transmitter and the extra controller.
When the student is competent, s/he should be able to handle the F-14 TAMEcat EP ARF unassisted.
Please enjoy assembling and flying your F-14 TAMEcat EP ARF, and please follow all the model’s
directions for many happy landings.
Once again, thank you for choosing the F-14 TAMEcat EP ARF.
Warmest regards,
Jeff Troy