Twisted Hobbys EXTRA SLICK User manual

Rev: 2012.04.23a 1
32” AIRFRAME ASSEMBLY MANUAL
EXTRA SLICK
Crack yak-55
EDGE 540
Sbach 342
Specifications
Wing span – 32” / lengt – 31” / AUW 6-1/8oz
50w motor / 10-12 amp ESC / 4 c radio
Twisted Hobbys
www.twistedhobbys.com

Rev: 2012.04.23a 2
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
WARNING INFORMATION............................................................................................................................................3
SHIPPING DAMAGE........................................................................................................................................................3
OUR MISSION ..................................................................................................................................................................3
SAFETY NOTES ...............................................................................................................................................................4
IMPORTANT: PRIOR TO ANY ASSEMBLY.........................................................................................................4
KIT CONTENTS ...............................................................................................................................................................5
OPTIONAL PARTS...........................................................................................................................................................6
TOOLS & ADHESIVES NEEDED ...................................................................................................................................7
ASSEMBLY .......................................................................................................................................................................8
W ING / N OSE / E LEVATOR .................................................................................................................................................8
E LEVATOR S ERVO - (5 G )...................................................................................................................................................9
A ILERON S ERVO – (9 G ).....................................................................................................................................................9
F USELAGE T RUSS ...........................................................................................................................................................10
A ILERON S ERVO H ORN A SSEMBLY .................................................................................................................................11
B UILDING A ILERON C ONTROL R ODS ...............................................................................................................................12
A ILERON C ONTROL H ORNS .............................................................................................................................................12
U PPER F USELAGE AND R UDDER ......................................................................................................................................13
R UDDER & E LEVATOR C ONTROL H ORNS .........................................................................................................................14
P USH R OD G UIDES .........................................................................................................................................................14
E LEVATOR & R UDDER P USH R ODS .................................................................................................................................15
I NSTALLING A ILERON P USH R ODS ..................................................................................................................................16
M OTOR M OUNT .............................................................................................................................................................17
S IDE F ORCE G ENERATORS ..............................................................................................................................................17
R ECEIVER & ESC........................................................................................................................................................... 18
SETUP.............................................................................................................................................................................. 18
C ONTROL S URFACE C ENTERING .....................................................................................................................................18
C ENTER OF G RAVITY ......................................................................................................................................................18
C ONTROL T HROWS .........................................................................................................................................................18
3D Flight ..................................................................................................................................................................18
Sport.........................................................................................................................................................................18
PRE-FLIGHT & TESTING.............................................................................................................................................19
P REFLIGHT C HECKS ........................................................................................................................................................19
Motor........................................................................................................................................................................19
Flight Controls..........................................................................................................................................................19
Batteries ................................................................................................................................................................... 19
Radio........................................................................................................................................................................19
Range Check.............................................................................................................................................................19
F LIGHT T ESTING .............................................................................................................................................................19
S TORAGE .......................................................................................................................................................................19
NOTES ............................................................................................................................................................................. 20
SET UP DATA .................................................................................................................................................................20

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TWISTED HOBBYS
Website: www.twistedhobbys.com – email: [e-mail]
Thank you for your purchasing a Twisted Hobbys’ 32” Model. Please read through the entire manual before
beginning to build this model. f you have any questions please contact us at the above indicated email address.
WARNING INFORMATION
WARNING INFORMATIONWARNING INFORMATION
WARNING INFORMATION
This R/C Aircraft is not a toy! Read and understand the entire manual before assembly. f misused, it can
cause serious bodily harm and property damage. Fly only in open areas, and AMA ( Academy of Model
Aeronautics
) approved flying sites. Do not over look the warnings and instructions enclosed or those provided
by other manufactures’ products. f you are not an experienced pilot and airplane modeler you must use the
help of an experienced pilot or an authorized flight instructor for the building and flying of this model aircraft.
These instructions are suggestions only on how to assemble this model. There are other ways and methods to
do so. Twisted Hobbys has no control over the final assembly, the materials and accessories used when
assembling this kit, or the manner in which the assembled model, installed radio gear and electronic parts are
used and maintained. Thus, no liability is assumed or accepted for any damage resulting from the use of the
assembled model aircraft or from this instruction manual including but not limited to direct, indirect,
incidental, special, and consequential damages. By the act of using this user-assembled product, the user
accepts all resulting liability. n no event shall Twisted Hobbys’ liability exceed the original purchase price of
the kit.
SHIPPING DAMAGE
SHIPPING DAMAGESHIPPING DAMAGE
SHIPPING DAMAGE
Twisted Hobbys checks each plane before shipping to ensure that each kit is in fine condition. We have no
bearing on the condition of any component parts damaged by use, modification, or assembly of the model.
nspect the components of this kit upon receipt. f you find any parts damaged or missing, contact Twisted
Hobbys immediately. We will not accept the return or replacement of parts on which assembly work has already
begun. Twisted Hobbys reserves the right to change this warranty at anytime without notice.
OUR MISSION
OUR MISSIONOUR MISSION
OUR MISSION
To provide the best products and service to our customers at the lowest prices possible.
We take great pride in our company, our commitment to customer service and in the
products we sell. Our online store is designed to provide you with a safe and secure
environment to browse our product catalog.
Thank you for shopping with Twisted Hobbys!
Thank you for shopping with Twisted Hobbys!Thank you for shopping with Twisted Hobbys!
Thank you for shopping with Twisted Hobbys!

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SAFETY NOTES
SAFETY NOTESSAFETY NOTES
SAFETY NOTES
Before assembling and flying this model, read carefully any
instructions and warnings of other manufacturers for all the
products you installed or used on your model, especially radio
equipment and power source.
Check thoroughly before ever flight that the airplanes’
components are in good shape and functioning properly. If you
find a fault do not fly the model until you have corrected the
problem.
Radio interference caused by unknown sources can occur at any
time without notice. In such a case, your model will be
uncontrollable and completely unpredictable. Make sure to
perform a range check before every flight. If you detect a control
problem or interference during a flight, immediately land the
model to prevent a potential accident.
Youngsters should only be allowed to assemble and fly these
models under the instruction and supervision of an experienced
adult.
Do not operate this model in a confined area.
Do not stand in line with, or in front of a spinning propeller and
never touch it with any object.
IMPORTANT: PRIOR TO ANY ASSEMBLY
Please Note: after removing kit from shipping box, lay
each piece flan on a hard surface, this will allow the
airframe to straighten out if lightly bend from
shipping. Do not worry since EPP is very pliable and
can be bend back if bend out so shape easily.

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kit contents
kit contentskit contents
kit contents
shape and contents will vary slightly depending on the airframe purchased
EDGE 540 EPP
EDGE 540 EPPEDGE 540 EPP
EDGE 540 EPP (shown)
standard parts list:
1x - left & right wings w/attached ailerons
1x - main fuselage w/attached rudder
1x - elevator w/attached control surface
1x - horizontal nose section
1x – horizontal fuselage section
2x – side stiffener strips (trusses)
2x – side force generators
1x - wood main spare
2x – aileron control rods
1x – elevator control rod
1x – rudder control rod
1x – hardware packet
1x – instruction sheet
Hardware packet detail

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OPTIONAL PARTS
OPTIONAL PARTSOPTIONAL PARTS
OPTIONAL PARTS
Power Combo Kit
(Matched by Twisted Hobbys)
includes:
1x
1x1x
1x – 1450-1800kv Outrunner Brushless Motor
1x
1x1x
1x – ESC 10A-12A ESC
1x
1x1x
1x – 9g Micro Servo
2x
2x2x
2x – 5g Micro Servo
1x
1x1x
1x – Slow Fly Prop (8x4.3 - 9x4.7)
JST Female Connector
used for ESC to Battery connection
Perfect choice for building and repairing
your Twisted Hobbys EPP planes! This is
the only adhesive you will ever need.
Welder virtually bonds anything to
anything! Clear, heavy-duty, flexible and
water-proof when dry. Use indoors or out.
(1) 1 oz tube
Twisted Hobbys
450mah Battery w/connector
specs:
Capacity: 450mAh
Voltage: 2S1P / 2 Cell / 7.4V
Discharge: 25C Constant / 50C Burst
Weight: 30g (including wire, plug & case)
Dimensions: 65x29x11mm
Balance Plug: JST-XH
Discharge Plug: mm Connector
Micro
MicroMicro
Micro R
R R
Receiver
eceivereceiver
eceiver
Max Recommended Weight: 9.8g
Minimum of 4 channels required
Note: many of these “optional parts” shown or
similar items, may be available from the
Twisted Hobbys’ webstore.

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Tools
Tools Tools
Tools Adhesives Needed
Adhesives Needed Adhesives Needed
Adhesives Needed
•Ruler
RulerRuler
Ruler
•Course Sand Paper
Course Sand PaperCourse Sand Paper
Course Sand Paper
•Scissors
ScissorsScissors
Scissors
•N
NN
Needle Nose Pliers
eedle Nose Plierseedle Nose Pliers
eedle Nose Pliers
•Wire Cutters
Wire CuttersWire Cutters
Wire Cutters
•Small Phillips Screw Driver
Small Phillips Screw DriverSmall Phillips Screw Driver
Small Phillips Screw Driver
•Hobby Knife
Hobby KnifeHobby Knife
Hobby Knife
•Lighter
LighterLighter
Lighter
•Stick Pins
Stick PinsStick Pins
Stick Pins
•Solder ron
Solder ronSolder ron
Solder ron & Solder
& Solder & Solder
& Solder
•Welders
Welders Welders
Welders or Hot Glue
or Hot Glueor Hot Glue
or Hot Glue
•Foam Safe
Foam Safe Foam Safe
Foam Safe CA
CA CA
CA –
––
– thin or medium
thin or medium thin or medium
thin or medium
•CA Kicker
CA KickerCA Kicker
CA Kicker (optional)
(optional) (optional)
(optional)

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Assembly
AssemblyAssembly
Assembly
Note: The pictures in this assembly manual are
of the Edge 540. Construction for the all of the
32” airframes is very similar and can be built
with this manual.
Wing / Nose / Elevator
Glue the left and right wings, fuselage
center section, nose piece and elevator
together. Start by laying all needed parts
on a flat table, test fit, noticing the
different size tabs before gluing
Glue each part together than apply a few
weights on the top of each to ensure each is
sitting flat and connected while drying.
Right after gluing, make sure the wings are
square to the fuselage center section and
measure from the tips of the elevator to the
tips of the wing, and make equal. This will
ensure proper orientation between wing
and elevator
Keep the slot in the main wing clear of
glue and open, so that it can accept the
main spare
Coat both sides of the spar with Welders
glue. Spread the foam and lay in the spar.
Use tape weight or stick pins to make sure
the joint is held firm until dry

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Note:
Note:Note:
Note: before installing any radio gear and
or electronics hook everything up and test
for proper function. Also at this time note
the center locations of all servos and attach
the quick links to the horns as shown.
Determine which servos will be used for
the Elevator and Rudder and attach the
horns accordingly, doing this now is less
tedious than doing it after the servos are
glued in.
Elevator Servo - (5g)
With the bottom of the plane facing up,
locate the Elevator Servo as shown. Trace
around the servo and remove the necessary
foam for it to fit snuggly in position. If you have
chosen to install the servo horns, gently move
the arm so that it is parallel to the servo, and
allows the servo to lay flat in the cutout
Glue with Welders or Hot Glue
Aileron Servo – (9g)
With the nose of the aircraft hanging off
the work surface, locate the aileron servo in
position as shown. Cut/remove the lower
fuselage clearance slots for both the aileron
and elevator servos as shown below
nsert and glue aileron servo into place,
make sure the servo tabs sit flush with the
bottom of the main wing. Now the lower
fuselage can be glued to the wing / elevator
assembly

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Fuselage Truss
Locate the 2 fuselage truss strips. Note
that the parts are beveled to fit flush at 45
degrees when installed
Test fit the Truss members on the
underside of the airframe. They should be
centered roughly between the aileron servo
and the elevator control surface relief cut
out. Before gluing, notice that the flat
section is toward the elevator as shown. At
this time you could also consider how your
servo wires will be routed and situate them
under the trusses
Situated the nose of the aircraft beyond the
work surface to provide clearance for the aileron
servo and allow the airframe assembly to lay
flush on the work bench
Glue the truss strips to the fuselage. t will
be necessary to secure the strips in place
while the glue is drying. Stick pins or
small tacks of hot glue work will for this
Note:
Note:Note:
Note: make sure when securing the strips
(with what ever method chosen) that the
lower vertical section of the fuselage and
the main horizontal wing and elevator
section remain square to each other.
Allow glue to dry completely before
Allow glue to dry completely before Allow glue to dry completely before
Allow glue to dry completely before
moving on to the next steps
moving on to the next stepsmoving on to the next steps
moving on to the next steps.
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