THUNDER TIGER RAPTOR 30 Quick guide

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NOTICE
This is an improved electronic duplicate of the Thunder Tiger Manual for the Raptor 30 V2. ACE
also has an electronic version this manual available, but it misses the parts list section and could
use some improvements.
I would like to thank BimmerM3 at the RunRyder forum (www.runryder.com), for sending me a
Raptor 30 V2 manual. This enabled me to reconstruct the manual, partly by scanning in parts
and by manually creating the pages, and partly by copying and modifying the ACE manual.
I did a very careful job in duplicating the manual, but of course I can not assume responsibility in
case of errors. The duplicate has been kept as close as possible to the original manual, but at
numerous places errors and typos were corrected. At many places the English text was
improved, as well as the layout. Some part numbers have been corrected. A few sentences
where correction would need more than changing a few words were left unchanged.
The front page has been recreated in color, where the original manual is all black and white. A
colored front page is so much more inviting!
I hope you enjoy the use of this electronic manual.
January 2004
Wouter Pasman
Netherlands.

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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the Raptor 30 V2 helicopter. This model was designed and
engineered by the World-renowned Mr. Shigetada Taya. It combines elements of his previously
successful designs with today's advanced technologies. Raptor 30 in 1998, many have been sold
around the world. It is the most popular 30-size helicopter in the world. The raptor 30 has helped
beginners master the art of RC helicopter flying. The Raptor 30 has helped experienced pilots
learn new 3-D maneuvers. This is truly a versatile model helicopter for everyone. We did not just
sit on our laurel, our team of engineers and test pilots have collected feedback from around the
world and have now made the Raptor 30 an even better helicopter. We made new molds and
tooling for new parts. Many areas have subtle changes to increase strength and durability.
As one of the largest R/C manufacturers in the world, Thunder Tiger has spared no expense to
bring you this incredible new machine. All production parts are manufactured by use of the most
modern technology available and meets or exceeds the standards as set forth by ISO-9001.
In the last few years we have spent time and resources to develop a new Thunder Tiger PRO-
39H(R) ring engine for the Raptor 30 V2 and for other 30-size helicopters. The new PRO-39H(R)
has much better transition characteristics than the Pro 36H ABC engine. The needles are easy to
set. The ring design eliminates the criticalness of ABC engines. You will find the new 39H engine
produce more power than any other available 30-size engines. Together, the new Raptor 30 V2
and the PRO 39H(R) engine will provide you with many hours of enjoyment. Thank you again for
purchasing our fine products.
CONTENTS
Introduction...............................................p.1
Contents ...................................................p.1
Warnings ..................................................p.1
Additional Items Needed ..........................p.3
Tools Needed ...........................................p.3
Assembling Section..................................p.4
Flight Training Section..............................p.18
Maintenance Section................................p.26
Blade Modification ....................................p.35
Parts List Section .....................................p.36
WARNING
This radio controlled helicopter is not a toy. It is a sophisticated piece of equipment and is
designed for hobby use only. If not properly assembled and operated, it is capable of causing
property damage and bodily harm to both the operator and/or spectators. Thunder Tiger and its
duly authorized distributors assume no liability for damage that could occur from the assembly
and/or use/misuse of this product.
AMA INFORMATION
Operating a model helicopter requires a high degree of diligence and skill. If you are a newcomer
to the hobby, it is best to seek help and guidance from accomplished model helicopter pilots.
This will greatly speed up the learning process and have you flying successfully in a reasonable
time. We also would strongly urge you to join the Academy of Model Aeronautics. The AMA is a

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non-profit organization that provides its members with a liability insurance plan as well as
monthly magazine entitled Model Aviation. All AMA charter aircraft clubs require all pilots to hold
acurrent AMA sporting license prior to operation of their models at club fields. For further
information, contact the AMA at:
Academy of Model Aeronautics
5151 East Memorial Drive
Muncie, IN 47302
[phone]
FLIGHT SAFETY CHECKLIST
1. Make sure both the transmitter and receiver batteries are fully charged prior to operation the
helicopter.
2. Make sure all flight controls operate properly prior to flying.
3. Range check the radio before the first flight. The servos must operate properly with the
transmitter antenna collapsed at a range of at least 50 ft.(15 meters).
4. Check to make sure there is no radio interference on your radio channel before operating the
helicopter.
5. Use only the recommended engine fuel as specified by the engine manufacturer.
6. Make sure the transmitter and receiver are turned on before starting the engine.
7. The engine throttle must be in the idle position before starting the engine.
8. Model helicopter main and tail rotors operate at high RPM. Make sure nothing can come in
contact with the rotor blades during flight.
9. After starting the helicopter, maintain a safe distance during the flight.
10. Never operate the helicopter in rain or excessive wind conditions.
11. Always operate and fly your helicopter in a safe and responsible manner.
12. Never fly a model helicopter over other pilots, spectators or cars.
POST FLIGHT INSPECTION
1. Inspect the model thoroughly to insure no parts have come loose or become damaged during
the flight and landing. Replace damaged parts and tighten loose screws before flying again.
2. Pump out any remaining fuel from the fuel tank.
3. Wipe off excess oil and fuel from helicopter body and other exposed parts.
4. Lubricate all moving parts ensures smooth operation for the next time you fly.
5. Store model in a cool, dry place. Avoid storage in direct sunlight or near a source of heat.
Following these few, simple safety rules will allow you to enjoy the thrill of model helicopter flying
for many years to come.

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TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
OTHER ITEMS REQUIRED
Receiver
Transmitter
(helicopter type only
6ormorechannels)
Servo x 5
Battery
1000mAh
Switch harness
Extended 6mm Hex
Starting Tool
Fuel Pump
HELI ENGINE(39-size)
Socket Drivers
Hex WrenchGrease
Blue Locktite
Instant Glue
Hobby Knife
Metric
4-way Wrench
ScissorsNipper5.5mm WrenchNeedle Nose PliersScrew Driver
Glow Plug Wrench
Gyro
Glow Fuel(15%-30%)
12V Battery
1.5V Glow starter
(1.2V~1.5V)
Rubber Band
Foam
RADIO SET
ENGINE
Glow Plug
12V Electric starter
7mm
5.5mm
7mm
8mm
5.5mm
7mm
8mm
10mm
Remote Glow Plug
Extension
Epoxy
Training Gear
(for beginners only)
Ball Link Pliers

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ASSEMBLING SECTION
The parts in the Raptor kit are packed according to the assembly steps. The part number and quantity contained
in each are always shown in the square box on each page. Do not open all the bags at once. Open only the bag
that is needed for the current assembly step.

(3 )BK0463
(2 )BK0062
(5 )CB0363-1
(4 )BE1867
(1) BK0605
To Engine
(6) BB362-2
(6) BB362-2
To Muffl er
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2Clutch Bell Assembly
1 Fuel Tank Assembly
(1) BK0605 Fuel Tank .....................1
(2) BK0062 Fuel Tank Grommet.....1
(3) BK0463 Fuel Tank Nipple..........1
(4) BE1867 Clunk.............................1
(5) CB0363-1 Silicone Fuel Tube....1
(6) BB0362-2 Silicone Fuel Tube.....2
Note: After assembly, check to make sure the Fuel Tank
clunk can move from top to bottom without touching the
back of tank. Also, a fuel filter (available from any hobby
shop, TTR1164) should be placed between the fuel tank
and the carburetor.
(1) HMV1680 Bearing (d8xD16xW5).....1
(2) HMV1260Y Bearing (d6xD12xW4)...1
(3) BK0591 Clutch Bell..........................1
(4) BK0593 Drive Gear(Pinion).............1
(5) BK0590 Clutch Liner........................1
(1) HMV1680
(4) BK0593
(3) BK0591
(2) HMV1260Y
(5) BK0590
The liner comes glued in the
clutch bell already.

(10) BK0600
(14) BK0594
(6) HME4-5B
(1) HSE3-12B
(2) HMV696Z
Top Starter Shaft
Bearing
(1) HSE3-12B
(8) BK0057
(15) Fuel Tank Ass'y
(16) Clutch Bell
Assembly
(13) BK0592
(3) HMV6800 Upper Main Shaft bearing
(4) BK0059 Main Frame Spacer(S)
(5) BK0058 Main Frame Spacer (L)
(11) BV0035
(1) HSE3-12B
(3) HMV6800
Lower Main Shaft Bearing
(9) BK0599
(7) BK0081
(12) BK0036
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3Main Frame Assembly-Part1
(1) HSE3-12B Self Tapping Screw (M3x12).. 30
(2) HMV696Z Bearing (d6xD15xW5).......... 1
(3) HMV6800 Bearing (d10xD19xW5).......... 2
(4) BK0059 Frame Spacer (S)....................... 8
(5) BK0058 Frame Spacer (L)...................... 4
(6) HME4-5B Set Screw (M4x5)................... 2
(7) BK0081 Pin............................................. 2
(8) BK0057 Servo Frame.............................. 1
(9) BK0599 Main Frame Left Side.............. 1
(10) BK0600 Main Frame Right Side..........1
(11) BV0035 Guide Pulley.......................... 2
(12) BK0036 Pulley Collar.......................... 4
(13) BK0592 Starter Shaft.......................... 1
(14) BK0594 Starter Coupling.................... 1
(15) Fuel Tank Assembly
(16) Clutch Assembly
(17) HMS5 E-CLIP..................................... 1
(18) BK0584 Thrust Washer.......................1
Please insert the frame spacers, bearings, pulley and parts in the frames according the drawing below. Tighten the
screws snugly, but do not over torque them which could strip the plastic.
Insert starter shaft through the center of the clutch bell assembly, through the top starter shaft bearing and into the
starter coupling. Secure with the two set screws. Make sure this is tightly secured.
(17) HMS5
(18) BK0584

(3) HMV740ZZ
(4) BK0077
(5) BK0079
(6) BK0075
(7) BK0015
(8) BK0016
(9) BK0014
(1) HMJ2-10N
(2) HMC3-10B
(3) HMV740ZZ (1) HMJ2-10N (8) BK0016
(3) HMV740ZZ
(5) BK0079
(6) BK0075
(3) HMV740ZZ
(4) BK0077
(2) HMC3-10B
(7) BK0015
For sport kit (29BB) version, (3) will be replaced by Bushing(BK0107x4)
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4Main Drive Gear Assembly
(1) HMC3-12B Socket Screw (M3x12).......... 4
(2) HMQ14 Snap Ring.................................... 2
(3) BV0033 One Way Clutch Housing.............1
(4) BK0031 Main Spur Gear........................... 1
(5) BK0032 Tail Drive Pulley........................... 1
(6) BK0034 One Way Clutch Shaft..................1
5Washout Assembly
(1) HMJ2-10N Self Tapping Screw(M2x10).. 2
(2) HMC3-10B Socket Screw (M3x10)......... 2
(3) HMV740ZZ Bearing (d4xD7xW2.5)........ 4
(4) BK0077 Collar ........................................ 2
(5) BK0079 Pin............................................. 2
(6) BK0075 Linkage Ball.............................. 2
(7) BK0015 Flybar Control Lever.................. 2
(8) BK0016 Washout Linkage ..................... 2
(9) BK0014 Washout Base............................1
Make sure Linkage Balls are attached to the
inside hole of each stabilizer control lever.
(1) HMC3-12B
(6) BK0034
(2) HMQ14
(5) BK0032
(4) BK0031
(2) HMQ14
(3) BV0033
Add a dropofBlueLocktiteonthe
thread of each of these four screws.

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6Main Frame Assembly-Part2
Add a drop of CA to the two screws at the pivoting point of the collective pitch control arm.
Attach the linkage rod to the parallel elevator linkage balls.
(1) HSE3-18B
(2) HSE3-12B
(3) HMJ3-22B
(4) HMJ2-14N
(5) HMJ2-10N
(6) HMV1280
(7) HMV740ZZ
(8) HMV840ZZ
(9) BK0076
(10) BK0078
(1) HSE3-18B
(12) BK0084
(13) BK0075
(14) BK0023
(15) BK0018
(16) BK0020
(17) BK0022
(18) BK0019
(20) BK0093
(21) BK0021
(22) BK0017
(14) BK0023
(7) HMV740ZZ
(5) HMJ2-10N
(13) BK0075
(8) HMV840ZZ
(10) BK0078
(11) BK0088
(7) HMV740ZZ
(13) BK0075
(7) HMV740ZZ
(9) BK0076
(6) HMV1280
(13) BK0075
(1) HSE3-18B
(5) HMJ2-10N
(7) HMV740ZZ
(5) HMJ2-10N
(13) BK0075
(7) HMV740ZZ
(9) BK0076
(1) HSE3-18B
(19) BK0086
For sport kit (29BB) version,
(7) will be replaced by Bushing(BK0107x6)
(8) will be replaced by Bushing(BK0108x2)
Warning, do not over-torque the self-tapping screws.
(1) HSE3-18B Self Tapping Screw(M3x18)....4
(2) HSE3-12B Self Tapping Screw(M3x12)... 1
(3) HMJ3-22B Self Tapping Screw(M3x22)....1
(4) HMJ2-14N Self Tapping Screw(M2x14)... 1
(5) HMJ2-10N Self Tapping Screw(M2x10)... 6
(6) HMV1280 Bearing (d8xD12xW3.5)......... 2
(7) HMV740ZZ Bearing (d4xD7xW2.5)........ 6
(8) HMV840ZZ Bearing (d4xD8xW3)............ 2
(9) BK0076 Collar......................................... 3
(10) BK0078 Collar ...................................... 2
(11) BK0088 Flat Washer ......................... 1
(12) BK0084 Pin .......................................... 2
(13) BK0075 Linkage Ball..............................8
(14) BK0023 Elevator Control Arm Link........ 2
(15) BK0018 Elevator Control Arm................ 1
(16) BK0020 Elevator Arm Control Shaft....... 1
(17) BK0022 Aileron Control Lever................ 2
(18) BK0019 Elevator Arm Parallel Lever...... 1
(19) BK0086 Ball Link....................................2
(20) BK0093 Linkage Rod ............................ 1
(21) BK0021 Elevator Control Lever..............1
(22) BK0017 Collective Pitch Control Arm..... 1
66mm