Top Gun Park Flite F-4E Phantom User manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
RTF MODEL
Top Gun Park Flite are proud to present this high performance
ducted fan sport scale model of the F4 Phantom. Supplied in
three versions, TGP0200 is a Ready to Fly package with
transmitter, receiver, LiPo flight battery and charger, TGP0201 is
an Almost Ready to Fly package without transmitter and
receiver and TGP0202 is an Airframe only with ducted fan and
motor.
This model has been designed with the utmost care and
attention to detail to produce a light weight, strong, and
realistic looking model aeroplane with excellent flying
characteristics.
We feel that this model emulates the style, performance and
character of its full size counterpart.
This model is a high performance miniature aircraft that allows
intermediate to advanced model pilots to perform both scale
and aerobatic manoeuvers. The light weight, large wing area
and powerful ducted fan motor assembly allow the model to fly
both fast and slow, with high speed rolls and tight turns while
maintaining full control.
These instructions assume a reasonable level of competence
for both building and flying and we recommend that the model
is flown at a recognised club with frequency control measures
and suitable third party insurance.
The owner – pilot of this model should take note of regulations,
and local bylaws before flying this aircraft.
Please take time to read through these instructions before
commencing assembly. We list operations in order of works to
reduce the risk of damage during assembly.
PLEASE READ THROUGH ALL WARNINGS AND
GUIDELINES FOR LIPO HANDLING AT THE
BACK OF THE MANUAL BEFORE USE.
An 11.1V 1300 mAh lithium polymer (LiPo) battery and charger
is included as part of this package and these cells must be
operated with care to prevent the risk of fire.
LiPo Batteries are soft cased and can be easily damaged by
sharp items, puncturing of the soft casing can cause fires and
we recommend that they are stored and handled carefully.
Use only a LiPo rated charger, set to a maximum of 3 cells
(11.1v) and no more than 1 amp charge current.
Remove battery from the aircraft and charge on a non
flammable, non conductive surface
Due to continual and ongoing product development the parts
shown in the manual may differ from those supplied.
Congratulations on purchasing the Top Gun F-4E Phantom RTF
F-4E Phantom

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1. Fuselage with ducted fan, motor, Electronic
Speed Control (ESC) receiver, elevator servo
and steering servo with pushrods.
2. Fuselage nosecone section
3. Clear cockpit canopy.
4. Two wing panels with factory hinged ailerons
and aileron servos installed
5. Two horizontal stabiliser panels
6. Elevator joiner assembly.
7. Vertical stabiliser-fin
8. Main undercarriage and nose gear assemblies
with wheels and mounting hardware
9. Four function fully proportional 35Mhz
transmitter
10. Pushrods, control horns, linkage and fixing
hardware
11. Tube of adhesive
12. LiPo Battery 3 cell 11.1V 1300 mAh (15c)
13. Mains power 3 cell LiPo charger
14. Self adhesive decals.
KIT CONTENTS AND DESCRIPTION (DEPENDANT ON VERSION)
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications
Wing span 542mm (21.34”)
Length 788mm (31”)
Wing Area 8Dm_ (124 sq inches)
Weight 540 g (19 Ounces)
Radio 4 function 35Mhz PPM
4 Qty micro servos
25 Amp brushless ESC
Motor Brushless in runner
5 blade 64mm ducted fan
11.1v 1300mAh LiPo battery
WARNING
This R/C aircraft is not a toy and can
result in serious bodily harm, injury and
property damage if misused.
Fly only in open areas and at preferably
BMFA recognised clubs and sites.
(RTF contents pictured)

MAIN FUSELAGE ASSEMBLY.
Supplied complete with ducted
fan unit using high performance
brushless in runner motor.
25Amp Electronic Speed Control
(ESC) pre-wired to motor with
extended leads to forward
battery box and hinged cover.
35mhz 6 channel receiver
installed inside hidden
compartment and pre-wired to
aileron, steering and elevator
servo.
Built in grip for hand launching.
Nose Cone
Clear vacuum formed canopy
Wing Panels, supplied as two
halves.
Each wing half includes factory
hinged aileron pre-drilled ready
to receive control horn.
Wing underside has
undercarriage fixing plate and
factory fitted aileron servo.
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SECTION 1: KIT CONTENTS AND DESCRIPTION

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Two horizontal stabiliser panels pre-drilled ready to
receive control horn.
Note left and right panels are identified by joiner
recess on lower face only.
Horizontal stabiliser joiners with fixing screws.
Control horn with clamp connector, backplate and
fixing screws
Elevator push rod.
Vertical stabiliser-fin.
Main Undercarriage and nose gear units.
Two sets of lightweight wheels fixed onto wire
torque rod undercarriage.
Four clamp plates and 8 fixing screws for securing
to wing plates.
Nose gear steering arm is factory installed in
fuselage.4 function fully proportional 35Mhz
transmitter.
Available on 5 alternate 35 MHz frequencies.

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Aileron pushrods, control horns, and fixing
hardware.
Two short pushrods with clevis connector.
Two Control horns with back plates and four fixing
screws.
BATTERY AND CHARGER
11.1V (3 cell) 1300mAh (C) LiPo Battery rated at
15C max discharge. Fitted with 3.5mm gold plug
and socket.
12v Lipo Balance charger. Easy to use automatic
Lithium Polymer charger for 2-3 cell packs.
ADHESIVE
5ml tube of foam safe adhesive.
Note pierce end of tube with pin in screw on lid.
SECTION 2: BATTERY AND CHARGER
BATTERY AND CHARGER
WARNING
A lithium polymer (LiPo) battery rated at 15C
(19.5A) discharge and fast charger is included
as part of this package, these cells must be
operated with care to prevent the risk of fire.
LiPo Batteries are soft cased and can be easily
damaged by sharp items, puncturing of the soft
casing can cause fires and we recommend that
they are stored and handled carefully.
Use only the supplied balance charger or a LiPo
rated charger set to a maximum of 3 cells
(11.1v) and less than 1 amp charge current.
Remove battery from the aircraft and charge on
a non flammable, non conductive surface
(items may differ from
contents)

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The kit includes a high performance 11.1V (3 cell)
1300mAh LiPo Battery rated at 20C (19.5 amp) max
discharge.
The kit includes a high performance 11.1V (3 cell)
1300mAh LiPo Battery rated at 20C (19.5 amp) max
discharge.
This must be charged using the dedicated 12v DC
input 0.8 Amp output fast charger and connecting
lead.
Connect the crocodile lead connectors to a 12V DC
power source (a 12V car battery is ideal), ensuring
that correct polarity is observed. Red is positive (+)
and Black is Negative (-).
Connect the lead into the matching socket of the
battery charger and the Red LED will illuminate.
Push the white balance plug of the battery into the
matching charger output socket to commence
charging.
The green LED illuminates to confirm charging and
switches off when the charge is complete
A full charge will take between 1 and 2 hours.
CHARGE IN A TIN AND AWAY FROM COMBUSTABLE
MATERIAL. DO NOT CHARGE UNATTENDED. GO TO
REAR OF MANUAL FOR FURTHER GUIDES
SECTION 3: TRANSMITTER
The FM4DP is a fully proportional 4 function 35Mhz
transmitter.
The transmitter is supplied in a Mode 2
configuration. Mode 2 is also known as Throttle
Left.
The left stick controls Throttle and rudder
movement.
The right stick controls aileron and elevator
movement.
Battery state is indicated by a green and red bank
of coloured LED.
A flashing red LED and audible alarm indicates
dangerously low voltage. The model should be
landed immediately to replace batteries before all
control is lost.
Frequency control is by removable crystal, The
transmitter frequency is identified on the crystal
holder located on the front of the transmitter.

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8 off AA size dry cells or high capacity Nimh
batteries (not included) must be inserted before
operation.
Remove the rear cover and install batteries into the
battery tray as directed by the moulded in polarity
(+ & -) markings.
A small panel of four small slide switches is set on
the front panel of the transmitter.
These are electronic servo reversing switches and
should be adjusted to give the correct control
surface deflections relative to stick movements.
SECTION 4: ASSEMBLY
Locate the main fuselage assembly and nose cone
and dry fit together ensuring that the parts locate
together.
Apply adhesive to the contact faces and press firmly
together
Wipe off any excess adhesive and allow to dry.
Locate the main undercarriage assemblies, clamp
plates and fixing screws.
Insert undercarriage into mounting plate located in
the wing panels and fix in place with saddles and
four self tapping screws.
Note wheel is located outwards towards rear of the
wing.
Position the nose wheel assembly over the collet in
the forward fuselage.
The flat machined in the wire should align with the
grub screw with the coil facing forward.
Insert wire in collet and tighten grub screw with
Allen key.

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Locate the control horns and fixings.
Position the control horn over the recess moulded in
the aileron
Ensure that horn is on the bottom surface and apply
a drop of adhesive before pressing in place.
Fix in place with two screws and backplate.
Locate the aileron pushrods
Connect Z-bend of short pushrod to outer hole of
servo arm.
Clip clevis connector into hole in horn furthest from
aileron surface.
Locate the vertical stabiliser-Fin and test fit onto
rear of fuselage.
Apply adhesive to the contact faces and press firmly
together and use pins or tape to hold in place.
Wipe off any excess adhesive and allow to dry.
Locate the two horizontal stabiliser panels, elevator
joiners and fixing screws.
Position the joiners the recess moulded in the
elevator panels. The spikes will key into the foam.
Ensure that joiner is on the bottom surface of both
panels and apply adhesive before pressing in place.
Wipe off excess adhesive and allow to dry before
proceeding further.

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Test fit the two horizontal stabiliser panels.
The joiners pass through a tube at the rear of the
fuselage.
The panels should be angled downwards. (anhedral)
Fit the two fixing screws to lock the joiner in place.
Locate the elevator pushrod, control horn, fixings
and backplate.
position the control horn on the moulded recess on
the elevator in line with the servo arm and fix in
place with screws and backplate.
Insert the pushrod through the clamp connectors in
the servo arm and control horn.
Align elevators with mould line in fuselage and
gently tighten connectors until the controls are
checked.
Remove excess length of pushrod with wire
cutters.
Test fit the two wing panels on to the fuselage
Apply adhesive to the contact faces on the wing and
fuselage and press firmly together use pins or tape
to hold in place.
Wipe off any excess adhesive and allow to dry.
Repeat procedure for the other wing panel.
SECTION 5: FINAL SET UP
Ensure that transmitter is switched on with throttle
down and all trims central.
Open the hinged battery bay door by turning the
catches.
Insert into the battery and ensure that battery and
ESC leads project out of the aperture.
Connect the battery and ESC leads together
Red-red and Black-Black and close the battery
cover using the catches to lock it in place.
Uncoil the receiver aerial and fully extend to hang
off the rear of the aircraft.
WARNING
With the battery connected and the model
switched on the motor is live. The Electronic
speed controller (ESC) will go through its start
up procedure and will emit a series of beeps
while it configures throttle positions. The
motor could start unexpectedly and we
recommend that the model is restrained during
handling.

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Check that all controls operate in the correct
manner and that all control surfaces are level.
Adjust aileron surfaces if required by unclipping the
pushrod clevis connectors and winding in or out to
suit.
The steering servo and elevators can also be
adjusted on the clamp connectors.
Ensure that trims and sticks are central, loosen
clamp screw and tighten down firmly when
centralized.
Run the aircraft along a smooth surface to confirm
the steering is central.
When happy with the nose wheel alignment apply a
few drops of adhesive around the canopy frame and
press in place. 5.3
CHECK THE BALANCE.
The model should sit level or slightly nose down
when supported upside down from a point 85mm
back from the point where the wing leading edge
joins the fuselage. This corresponds to a point
midway along the top surface air brakes panel line.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO FLY WITH A REARWARD
BALANCE POINT
85mm

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SECTION 6: FIRST FLIGHT
BEFORE THE TEST FLIGHT
On completion of the model take time to test the
model in the workshop.
Switch on the transmitter,
connect the battery and
double check that all
surfaces operate in the
correct manner without
stalled servos.
Check for adequate range
with and without motor
running.
If everything is okay, take it to the flying field and
rig it up again.
Always follow the frequency control procedures of
your local flying site and ensure that you have
adequate third party insurance cover.
Repeat the full pre flight inspection before flying.
FLYING
The F4 Phantom is capable of 5 to 10 minute flight
times and can R.O.G (Rise Off Ground) from smooth
metalled runways or very closely cut grass. A hand
launch will be required If flying from normal grass
or without undercarriage. .
It is aerobatic and able to
perform loops and rolls
but due to its light weight
it should not be flown in
wind greater than 10mph.
Control throws set during
assembly will produce a
model capable of flying
smooth scale like performance and medium to high
speed aerobatic manoeuvers.
The control surface movements can be increased by
moving the clevis connectors nearer to the control
surfaces.
To reduce movements move the pushrod
connections nearer to the servo on the output arms
and further out along the control surfaces horns.
ENJOY YOURSELF BUT ALWAYS FLY SAFE!
WARNING
Do not advance the throttle unless the model is
restrained. With the powerful motor-fan
combination producing up to 500g of thrust, the
model will accelerate across a smooth surface
very quickly.

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ADDENDUM
REMOVAL OF UNDERCARRIAGE
For an improved in flight performance and
appearance the tricycle undercarriage can be
removed.
Removal of the undercarriage assemblies reduces
both the weight and drag of the model increasing
the power to weight ratio and top speed, the wing
loading also drops slightly which improves
manoeuvrability.
The decision should not be taken lightly though.
Without an undercarriage the model must be hand
launched firmly into wind and belly landings will be
the norm.
While the aircraft can be built without
undercarriage, we recommend that the model is
assembled and flown with wheels initially to allow
time to familiarise with the aircrafts performance.
While the main wheels and nose gear can easily be
removed and replaced, removal of the nose wheel
steering servo requires ‘minor surgery’.
Removal of the main gears is a simple task
involving removal of the fixing screws, clamp plates
and formed undercarriage assemblies. Similarly the
nose wheel is removed by removing the grubscrew
and pulling the wire out of the collet.
To remove the steering servo slide a thin modelling
blade between the canopy and fuselage to break the
glue joints and remove the canopy
Disconnect the nose gear steering servo from the
receiver.
Disconnect the steering push rod and slide a thin
modelling blade between the servo and fuselage to
break the glue joints. Remove the servo
Refit the canopy with a few drops of adhesive.
With the main wheels removed the moulded in grip
beneath the fuselage provides an ideal finger and
thumb hold for hand launching.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS – READ BEFORE USE
• Lithium Polymer batteries can be volatile. Whilst some of the instances listed below are rare, they can occur and it is
important for you to be aware of how to handle such situations. Failure to read and follow the below instructions may
result in fire, personal injury and damage to property if charged or used improperly.
• Top Gun Park Flite, its distributors or retailers assume no liability for failures to comply with these warnings and safety
guidelines.
• By using this battery, the buyer assumes all risks associated with lithium batteries. If you do not agree with these
conditions, return the battery immediately before use.
• The final use and preparation of the battery pack is ultimately beyond our control and those of our representatives and
retaillers. Your decision to use this product incorporates your agreement that you have read and understood the safety
precautions listed below and on each battery pack, and that you agree to accept full responsibility for any injury, loss or
damage resulting from all circumstances surrounding your use or misuse of this product.
GENERAL GUIDELINES AND WARNINGS
1) Only use the supplied specific Lithium Polymer charger. Do not use a NiMH or NiCd charger - Failure to do so may a cause fire, which
may result in personal injury and property damage.
2) Never charge batteries unattended. When charging LiPo batteries you should always remain in constant observation to monitor the
charging process and react to potential problems that may occur.
4) If at any time you witness a battery starting to balloon or swell up, discontinue charging process immediately, disconnect the battery
and observe it in a safe place for approximately 15 minutes. This may cause the battery to leak, and the reaction with air may cause the
chemicals to ignite, resulting in fire.
5) Since delayed chemical reaction can occur, it is best to observe the battery as a safety precaution. Battery observation should occur in a
safe area outside of any building or vehicle and away from any combustible material.
6) Wire lead shorts can cause fire! If you accidentally short the wires, the battery must be placed in a safe area for observation for
approximately 15 minutes. Additionally, if a short occurs and contact is made with metal (such as rings on your hand), severe injuries
may occur due to the conductibility of electric current.
7) A battery can still ignite even after 10 minutes.
8) In the event of a crash, you must remove battery for observation and place in a safe open area away from any combustible material for
approximately 15 minutes.
11) Never store or charge battery pack inside your car in extreme temperatures, since extreme temperature could ignite fire.
CHARGING PROCESS
1) Never charge batteries unattended.
2) Charge in an isolated area, away from any flammable materials and inside a closed tin or lipo charge sack. In the unlikely event that the
battery may fail and ignite, this procedure will ensure that a possible battery fire is contained and limiting any possible damage.
3) Let battery cool down to ambient temperature before charging.
DISCHARGE
Ensure that you adhere to the warning beeps on your transmitter and land the model accordingly. Do not fly until the battery is completely
discharged as damage will occur.
STORAGE & TRANSPORTATION
1) Store battery at room temperature between 40 and 80 degrees F for best results.
2) Do not expose battery pack to direct sunlight (heat) for extended periods.
3) When transporting or temporarily storing in a vehicle, temperature range should be greater than 20 degrees F but no more than 150
degrees F.
4) Storing battery at temperatures greater than 170 degrees F for extended periods of time (more than 2 hours) may cause damage to
battery and possible fire.
BATTERY LIFE
Batteries that lose 20% of their capacity must be removed from service and disposed of properly. Discharge the battery to 3V/Cell, making sure
output wires are insulated, then wrap battery in a bag for disposal.
PRODUCT WARRANTY
Product warranty is limited to original defects in material and workmanship. Warranty does not cover collateral damage. Due to the nature and
use of the battery there is no term warranty. Misuse, abuse, incorrect charging and other inappropriate use of this product are not covered
under warranty.

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TGP0200B F4E BLUE READY-TO-FLY EDF JET
TGP0200M F4E MILITARY READY-TO-FLY EDF JET
TGP0201B F4E BLUE ARTF EDF JET (NO TX/RX)
TGP0201M F4E MILITARY ARTF EDF JET(NOTX/RX)
TGP0202B F4E BLUE AIRFRAME ONLY EDF JET
TGP0202M F4E MILITARY AIRFRAME ONLY EDF JET
TGP0205B F-4E FUSELAGE (BLUE/YELL)
TGP0205M F-4E FUSELAGE (MILITARY)
TGP0206B F-4E WING SET (BLUE/YELL)
TGP0206M F-4E WING SET (MILIATRY)
TGP0207B F-4E VERTICAL WING SET (BLUE/YELL)
TGP0207M F-4E VERTICAL WING SET (MILITARY)
TGP0208B F-4E TAIL WING SET (BLUE/YELL)
TGP0208M F-4E TAIL WING SET (MILITARY)
TGP0209B F-4E PVC PARTS (BLUE/YELL)
TGP0209M F-4E PVC PARTS (MILITARY)
TGP0210 F-4E CONTROL ROD & PLASTIC PARTS
TGP0211 F-4E LANDING GEAR
TGP0512 TRANSMITTER
TGP0532 INRUNNER MOTOR
TGP0527 1300mah 20c 3S LIPO
TGP0092 65MM DUCTED FAN UNIT
TGE0001 ETRONIX 8.4G SERVO
TGE0051 ETRONIX 25AMP SPEED CONTROL
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