Vmar Aero subaru Supplement

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ASSEMBLY & OPERATIONS MANUAL

Please review this manual thoroughly before assembling or operating this model.

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Step 1.1 Turn the wing upside down and locate the pre-

drilled control horn holes. See 1B

Step 1.2 Trial fit the laser cut control horn assembly (See

1A) into the aileron. See 1B, 1C, 1D

Step 1.3 Use plenty of 30 minute epoxy to glue the aileron

control horns to the right and left wings as shown in 1B, 1C

and 1D.

Step 1.4 Wick thin CA such as Pacer ZAP (Pink) into the

plywood of the control horn to "harden" the plywood and

holes. Do two applications 1 minute apart.

Aileron control horn location

3-1/8" (80 mm)

Aileron hinge line

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4/10" (10mm)

INSTALLING THE AILERON CONTROL HORNS

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1C- Trial fit aileron control horn to the aileron 1D- The holes in the control horn must align with the

hinge line

1B- Aileron control horn location

1A- Aileron control horn

INSTALLING THE AILERON SERVOS INTO THE WING

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Aileron servo cavity

2B- Typical aileron servo location

2A- Prepare the servos by fitting the

rubber grommets & ferrules supplied

with your servos

To install the aileron servos into the wing you will need the following items:

- 2 micro servos

- Servo mounting screws and grommets as supplied with the servos

- Servo control arms as supplied with the servos

- Two aileron control rod assemblies supplied with the kit. The assemblies con-

sist of a rod with a clevis screwed onto both ends

- Low tack masking tape

- 2 aileron control horn assemblies

Step 2.1 Turn the wing upside down. Install one servo first, then the second

servo.

Step 2.2 Trial fit the aileron servo into the servo mounting cavity. You may have

to modify the cavity slightly to provide clearance for the servo and servo wires.

Step 2.3 Use a hobby knife to modify the cavity as required. Most servos have

their output shaft closer to one end than the other. Mount the servo so that the

output shaft is closer to the leading edge of the wing.

Step 2.4 Screw the servo into place with the screws and grommets supplied. It

is important to install the grommets and screws correctly. See the manual that

came with your radio for instructions about your particular servo grommets.

Step 2.5 Fasten the screws down according to the servo manufacturers recom-

mended tightness.

Step 2.6 Repeat steps 2.2 to 2.5 for the second aileron servo.

Aileron

Notes

3C- Connect the aileron control rod

between the servo arm and the con-

trol horn

FITTING THE HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL STABILIZERS

3A- Aileron control rod assembly 3B- Aileron control horn after installa-

tion.

Step 3.1 Consult your radio instruction manual and center

the aileron servos using either a Y connector or a comput-

er radio that accomodates the use of two aileron servos.

Turn on the transmitter and then the receiver. Center the

aileron trim lever on the transmitter. Remove the servo arm

mounting screws and servo arms.

Step 3.2 Mount the servo arms back on the servos so that

the servo arms are parallel with the back edge of the wing.

Screw the arms into place using the servo arm mounting

screws supplied with the servos.

Step 3.3 Locate the two aileron control rods in the hard-

ware bag (see 3A). Ensure the clevises are screwed well

onto the threaded portion of the rod. Rotate and tug

aggressively on the clevises and ensure that they are not

loose on the rods.

Step 3.4 Tape the ailerons into their neutral position so that

they are even with the trailing edge of the wing and not

pointing either up or down.

Step 3.5 Review 3B and 3C to ensure the control rod

assemblies align correctly between the servo arms and the

control horns.

Step 3.6 Connect the aileron servo control rods between

the aileron control horns and the aileron servo arms as

shown in 3C.

Step 3.7 Carefully remove the masking tape holding the

ailerons.

Step 3.8 Turn on your radio and activate the ailerons, using

the aileron stick and ensure that a smooth full motion can

be achieved.

Step 3.9 With the wing top side up and viewed from the

back, ensure that moving the transmitter aileron stick to the

left raises the left aileron and lowers the right aileron.

Movement of the stick to the left will roll the aircraft to the

left. (Counterclockwise roll of the wing when viewed from

the back).

Step 3.10 With the wing top side up and viewed from the

back, ensure that moving the transmitter aileron stick to the

right raises the right aileron and lowers the left aileron.

Movement of the stick to the right will roll the aircraft to the

right. (Clockwise roll of the wing when viewed from the

back).

INSTALLING THE AILERON CONTROL SYSTEM

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To install the stabilizers into the fuselage you will need:

- Fuselage

- Vertical stabilizer with pre-installed rudder

- Horizontal stabilizer with pre-installed elevator

4A- The fuselage slots for the vertical & horizontal stabi-

lizers

Horizontal slot

Vertical slot

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4B- Horizontal stabilizer with pre-installed elevator 4C- Vertical stabilizer with pre-installed rudder 3

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26D- Battery hatch and fuse installed

26C- Battery installed with fuse removed

26E- Typical battery arrangement

Foam cushion

Battery

Battery platform

Velcro

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Notes

Check the fit of the horizontal stabilizer in its slot. Make sure the hori-

zontal stabilizer is square and centered to the fuselage by taking

measurements as shown in pictures 5A, 5B and 5C.

Do not glue anything yet.

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5A- Trial fit the horizontal stabilizer in

its slot

5B- Alignment of horizontal stabilizer top view 5C- Alignment back view

ALIGNMENT OF HORIZONTAL STABILIZER

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Equal

distance

Equal

distance

Step 6.1 With the horizontal stabilizer

aligned correctly, mark the shape of

the fuselage on the top & bottom of the

horizontal stabilizer using a water solu-

ble non-permanent felt-tip pen as

shown here. See 6A, 6B, 6C

Step 6.2 Now remove the horizontal

stabilizer & using a sharp knife & a

ruler CAREFULLY cut 1/8" (3 mm)

inside the marked lines & remove the

covering on the top & bottom of the

horizontal stabilizer as illustrated (See

6C to 6G). Make sure you only cut the

film & not the wood, otherwise the

horizontal stabilizer will be severely

weakened & fail. USA CA TO FILL

AND REPAIR ANY CUT MARKS IN

THE WOOD.

6A- Mark the top of the horizontal sta-

bilizer... 6B- ...and the bottom

6C- Marked lines on horizontal stab

6E- Remove the covering from top

surface

6D- Cutting inside the lines. Do NOT

cut the wood

6F- Exactly the same underneath 6G- Clean off the pen lines

INSTALLING THE HORIZONTAL STABILIZER

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Step 6.3 Now apply sufficient epoxy to the top and bottom of the horizontal stabilizer and horizontal slot. Use 30 minute

epoxy to ensure a strong bond and give yourself plenty of working time. See 6H & 6I

Step 6.4 Insert the horizontal stabilizer in its slot in the fuselage and re-check the alignment as in Stage 5. See 6J & 5B

Step 6.5 Excess epoxy should be cleaned off with a rag or tissue before it cures. See 6K

25A- Battery platform 25B- Glue Velcro (loop) to the battery

platform 25C- Glue the battery platform into the

fuselage

25D- Glue Velcro (hook) to the battery 25E- Install the battery using the

Velcro 25F- Using foam to secure the battery

To install the battery platform you will need:

- Battery platform (supplied). See 25A

- Velcro hook and loop 8x1 in. (200x25 mm) (supplied)

- Battery foam cushion (supplied)

Step 25.1 Cut about 4in (100mm) of Velcro (loop) and glue

to the battery platform using thick CA++ such as Pacer Slo-

Zap. See 25B

Step 25.2 Install the battery platform into the fuselage

using thick CA++ or Epoxy. See 25C

Step 25.3 Glue 4in (100mm) of Velcro (hook) to the battery

using thick CA++. See 25D

Step 25.4 Install the battery by mating the Velcro (hook) on

the battery to the Velcro (loop) on the platform. See 25E

Step 25.5 Use foam cushion material to secure the battery

as shown in 25F

Step 25.6 Install the battery hatch.

INSTALL BATTERY PLATFORM

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26A- Battery location with hatch removed

BATTERY LOCATION

The battery location is behind the firewall. To install the bat-

tery, you must remove the battery hatch first then connect

the battery to your ESC.

Battery packs vary widely in size, shape and type. We rec-

ommend using a Lithium Polymer (LIPO) battery.

The battery can be moved fore or aft to adjust the CG to

the correct location. See 26C

Once the CG is correct, the battery should be secured in

position with Velcro (supplied) and foam cushion material

so that the battery cannot move.

DO NOT FLY WITH A LOOSE BATTERY. If the battery

moves it will shift the CG location and/or possibly unplug

itself causing loss of control.

Once the CG is correct, the battery should be secured in

position with Velcro (supplied) or lightweight foam so that

the battery cannot move.

After installing your battery and securing it into place, re-

install the battery hatch as shown in 26D.

When you are ready to power up your motor, MAKE SURE

YOUR TRANSMITTER IS TURNED ON WITH THE

THROTTLE REDUCED TO ZERO & STAY CLEAR OF

THE PROP BEFORE INSTALLING THE FUSE.

After installing the fuse, STAY CLEAR OF THE PROP and

retain the fuse in place with the security tab.

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Fuse

Battery location NOSE

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Battery hatch

26B- Battery hatch

NOSE

TAIL

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7G- 90 degree angle between the hor-

izontal and vertical stabs. 512 7E- Apply plenty of 30 minute epoxy

6H- Apply plenty of 30 minute epoxy into the horizontal

slot 6I- Apply plenty of 30 minute epoxy to the horizontal sta-

bilizer

6K- Wipe off excess 30 minute epoxy6J- Slide the horizontal stabilizer into place

Step 7.1 Check the fit of the vertical stabilizer in its slot. Make sure that it is

square to the horizontal stabilizer and fuselage. See 7A and 7G

Step 7.2 Mark the shape of the fuselage on the left & right sides of the vertical

stabilizer using a felt-tip pen. See 7B

Step 7.3 Now remove the vertical stabilizer. Using a sharp knife & ruler CARE-

FULLY cut just 1/8" (3mm) inside the marked lines (see 7C) and remove the cov-

ering on both sides of the fin (see 7D), just as you did with the horizontal stabi-

lizer, making sure you only press hard enough to cut the covering, not the verti-

cal stabilizer. USA CA TO FILL AND REPAIR ANY CUT MARKS IN THE

WOOD.

7A- Trial fit the vertical stabilizer into

the fuselage slot

Step 7.4 Now apply sufficient epoxy to both sides & the

bottom of the vertical stabilizer as illustrated in 8E. Use 30

minute epoxy to ensure a strong bond and give yourself

plenty of working time.

Step 7.5 Insert the vertical stabilizer in its slot in the fuse-

lage and re-check the alignment. Excess adhesive should

be cleaned off with a rag or tissue before it cures.

FITTING THE VERTICAL STABILIZER

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7B- Mark both sides of the vertical sta-

bilizer 7C- Carefully cut through the cover-

ing. Do NOT cut the wood 7D- Remove covering from both sides

7F- Slide the stab into place

& remove excess epoxy

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50 ~ 55 mm

2 ~ 2 in.

CONFIRM RADIO OPERATION

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BALANCING THE AIRCRAFT

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CONFIRM MECHANICAL INTEGRITY

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Carefully review how your Electronic Speed Control (ESC)

works. Most ESC's will not power up the motor until the

throttle has been reduced to zero. Avoid the prop in case

the motor suddenly starts to turn.

Step 22.1 Consult your radio manual for instructions about

testing and operating your radio system.

Step 22.2 Pay particular attention to charging your batter-

ies and range testing your system before and after each

flight.

Step 22.3 Check that all controls are working correctly

before and after each flight.

FOR ELECTRIC POWER, YOU WILL NEED TO INSTALL

THE FUSE AND YOUR BATTERY TO TEST YOUR ESC

& MOTOR OPERATION

Step 23.1 The CG for your SUBARU is located at 2“ to 2-

1/8" (50 - 55 mm) back from the leading edge of the wing

when the wing has been attached to the fuselage as per

illustration 24A.

Step 23.2 For the initial flight, the CG should be located at

2” (50mm) back from the leading edge of the wing when the

wing has been attached to the fuselage.

Step 23.3 The CG is measured with the motor, battery and

all other components installed.

Step 23.4 Set up the CG as it will be when you fly it.

Step 23.5 It is very important to have the CG correct. Flying

your model with the CG too far back will likely lead to loss

of control and a crash. If you discover that after you have

assembled your model and installed your radio, motor and

battery that the CG of your model is incorrect you must

bring the CG to the correct location by doing the following

BEFORE FLYING :

- Move the battery pack fore or aft

- Do not add weight to correct the CG. Move components &

especially your battery pack rather than add weight. Only

add weight as a measure of last resort.

Step 24.1 Once you have confirmed that the CG is correct,

you should do a thorough review of the entire model before

your first flight. Check everything twice! Every hook up,

every coupling, everything! Do it twice!!

Step 24.2 Before your first flight, have an experienced flyer

review your work. Do not fly your model until it has been

checked out by a third party who knows how to fly and how

to set up a model aircraft. Do not fly alone. Seek experi-

enced help.

Step 24.3 Once you have completed your first flight, get in the

habit of checking your model over before and after each flight!

Don’t fly if you find something that is not right! 24A- CG location

CONTROL SURFACE THROW SPECIFICATIONS:

The throws are measured at the widest part of the control

surface. Adjust the position of the pushrods at the control

and/or servo horns to control the amount of throw. You may

also use ATV's if you radio has them but the mechanical

linkages should still be set so that theATV's are near 100%

for best servo resolution.

1/6" - 1/4"

4mm - 6mm

1/6" - 1/4"

4mm - 6mm

1/6" - 1/4"

4mm - 6mm

1/6" - 1/4"

4mm - 6mm

1/3" - 2/5"

8mm - 10mm

1/3" - 2/5"

8mm - 10mm

Elevator Aileron Rudder

Low rate High rate

ELEVATOR 1/6 “ (4mm) up 1/4” (6 mm) up

1/6 “ (4mm) down 1/4” (6 mm) down

AILERON 1/6” (4 mm) up 1/4” (6 mm) up

1/6” (4 mm) down 1/4” (6 mm) down

RUDDER 1/3 “ (8 mm) right 2/5” (10 mm) right

1/3 “ (8 mm) left 2/5” (10 mm) left

INSTALLING THE LANDING GEAR

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The Subaru has a trike gear configuration using main land-

ing gear and steerable nose gear.

9B- Main landing gear location 9C- Insert the pre-bent main landing

gear into the wing 9D- Use two straps and four 10x2

[mm] screws to mount each main

landing gear assembly

Identify the main landing gear components shown below

- 2 pre-assembled main landing gear

- Eight 10x2 [mm] screws

- Four plastic landing gear straps

9A- Main landing gear components

Pre-bent main landing

gear wires

Main Wheels

Main landing gear location

FITTING THE MAIN LANDING GEAR

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INSTALLING THE NOSE GEAR

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Identify the nose gear components per illustration 10A:

- 1 nose gear assembly

- Four 2x10 [mm] screws

10B- 4 pre-drilled holes for mounting

steerable nose gear assembly

10A- Nose gear assembly

4 pre-drilled holes

10C- Use four 2x10 [mm] screws to

install the nose gear assembly. Then

insert the control rod into the EZ con-

nector and tighten the set screw

10D- Nose Gear assembly after instal-

lation

FINAL RC SET-UP

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Before starting the final set-up of the model, switch

on the radio and ensure that all trims are in their

neutral positions. Check that the ailerons, elevator

and rudder are centered. If any adjustments are

needed, do these by uncoupling the relevant clevis

and turning it clockwise to shorten the linkage or

counter - clockwise to lengthen it. Only when each

control surface has been centered mechanically in

this way should you begin adjusting the surface

movement (or throw)

Now confirm that the control surfaces are moving in

the correct direction. Use the servo reversing

switches on your transmitter to reverse the direc-

tion of a servo if necessary. The most popular

transmitter mode (with the throttle on the left, with

ailerons and elevator on the right) is shown here.

We have assumed throughout most of these instructions

that your Subaru is being powered by an electric motor and

Electronic Speed Control with BEC. Stage 20 applies only

if you are using glow power.

Step 20.1 Consult your radio manual for instructions about

hooking up your receiver battery, receiver and switch har-

ness.

Step 20.2 Wrap the battery pack securely in foam suitable

for RC equipment and wrap the foam insulated pack in a

plastic bag or cling wrap. Position the battery pack under

the fuel tank or nearby.

Step 20.3 Thread the battery pack connector back through

from beneath the fuel tank to the radio compartment by

passing the battery connector through an opening beside

or beneath the fuel tank.

Step 20.4 Connect the battery connector to your radio sys-

tem according to the radio manual.

INSTALLING THE RECEIVER BATTERY

(Glow Engine Only)

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INSTALLING THE RECEIVER

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Step 21.1 Consult your radio manual for instructions about

hooking up your receiver.

Step 21.2 Plan where you are going to put the receiver with

consideration for routing the antenna safely.

Step 21.3 Wrap the receiver securely in foam suitable for

RC equipment and wrap the foam insulated receiver in a

plastic bag or cling wrap.

Step 21.4 Generally in the absence of specific instructions

from the radio manufacturer, it is recommended that the

receiver should be placed where it is least likely to have

impact during a crash. Keep the battery pack and other

heavy loose items ahead of the receiver.

Steering

control rod

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Electric motors vary in size, styles and mounting method.

Items shown here are typical & for illustration purposes

only. Actual appearance may vary. Always refer to the

mounting instructions applicable to your motor.

We illustrate the general installation procedure here utiliz-

ing the recommended VMAX 7.4-11.1V Brushless Motor

(#VMM-111B18VM) and VMAX 15 Amp Speed Control with

BEC (#VMC-120B15VC).

If you have purchased a pre-assembled VMAX power mod-

ule assembly consisting of firewall, motor and speed control

you may skip 11A through 11E.

For aftermarket purchases of the VMAX power module

assembly please contact your supplier.

11B- A special pre-drilled firewall is

included for mounting the recom-

mended VMAX motor. A blank firewall

is also provided for other motor instal-

lations

11A- VMAX 7.4-11.1V Brushless Motor

(#VMM-111B18VM) recommended

11D- Install the two long speed con-

trol restraining bolts so that they pro-

trude from the back of the firewall as

shown

11E- Secure the Electronic Speed

Control to the restraining bolts using a

tie wrap as shown

11C- Install the motor to the firewall

using 4 bolts (3x10mm) & washer sets

provided. Place washer on bolt and

insert bolt through back of firewall &

screw into tapped holes in motor

mounting plate. Secure bolts with

medium thread locker

11F- Completed power module

assembly with motor and electronic

speed control installed

11K- Thread four 3 mm nuts onto the

bolts as shown. The nuts should be all

be evenly spaced at 1/2 in. (12.5 mm)

from the firewall

11L- Place four 3 mm washers on the

bolts & then position the assembled

power module. Secure in place with

four more 3 mm washers & nuts.

Tighten snugly

11G- Fuse location 11H- Mount the pre-assembled fuse

holder/switch to the fuselage by using

two 2x8 [mm] screws

11J- Install four 3x30 [mm] bolt sets

(supplied). Bolt-washer-former-wash-

er-nut (front). Tighten the nuts secure-

ly & apply thread locker

11I- Test fit a 20 Amp automotive

spade fuse into the fuse holder/switch

and then REMOVE THE FUSE

INSTALLING THE ELECTRIC MOTOR AND ESC

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1/2 in. (12.5 mm)

Fuse location

Back view

Mounting Holes for

Motor Mount Plate

Speed Control

Restraining Bolts

Connect the elevator servo to the receiver and turn on your

transmitter & then your receiver. Center the transmitter stick and trim. Adjust the servo arm and clevises to center

(not up, not down) the elevator as shown in 16A and 16B.

16A- Elevator control horn shown in position 16B- Hold the elevator at neutral (not up, not down).

Rotate the clevis to adjust the overall length. Then use the

clevis screw to attach the clevis to the control horn. The

clevis screw requires a 5/64 in. (2mm) hole. Secure the

screw with thread lock

CONNECTING THE PUSHROD TO THE ELEVATOR

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CONNECTING THE PUSHROD TO THE RUDDER

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Connect the rudder servo to the receiver and turn on

your transmitter & then your receiver. Center the trans-

mitter stick and trim. Adjust the servo arm and clevises

to center (not left, not right) secure the rudder as shown

in 17A.

17A-Hold the rudder at neutral (not left, not right). Rotate

the clevis to adjust the overall length. Then use the clevis

screw to attach the clevis to the control horn. The clevis

screw requires a 5/64 in. (2mm) hole. Secure the screw

with thread lock

Adjust the deflection of the control surfaces to match the

specifications on page 12. You can reduce the amount of

throw by doing either or both of the following:

- From the servo end, move the clevis to a hole in the servo

arm that is closer to the servo output shaft.

- From the control horn end, move the control rod/clevis fur-

ther out on the horn (away from the control surface).

Always confirm that the clevis is firmly attached after mak-

ing any adjustment.

ADJUST CONTROL SURFACE THROW LIMITS

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CONNECTING THE PUSHRODS

TO THE RUDDER AND ELEVATOR SERVOS

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Consult illustration 15A & carefully connect the control rods to the servos using

the clevises as shown.

15A- Center the servo control surface

and then connect the control rods to

the servos using the clevises as

shown

NOSE

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Electronic Speed Controler

(ESC)

Connect to receiver

Brushless motor

Fuse holder/Switch. The fuse is to

be inserted only when flying or

testing. ALWAYS REMOVE THE

FUSE WHEN NOT FLYING OR

TESTING

TO ENSURE RELIABLE OPERA-

TION OF YOUR MODEL, FUSE

MUST BE RATED AT 20 AMPS

LIPO battery

Install and align the cowl using the four

cowl mounting screws provided. The

screws pass through the sides of the

cowl and into the tabs on the front of

the fuselage.

Step 12.1 Cut card stock strips about

1/2 x 5" (12x120 mm). Use low tack

masking tape to position the strips as

shown in 12A & 12B.

Note that the tape is applied towards

the rear of the strips and that the front

of the strips overlap the cowl mounting

tabs at the front of the fuselage.

Step 12.2 Mark each strip with a dot in

the center of each cowl mounting tab

as shown in 12C.

Step 12.3 Slide the cowl into place to

completely cover the mounting tabs on

the fuselage & such that the strips are

outboard of the cowl as shown in 12D.

Align the cowl so that the motor shaft is

centered.

Secure the cowl in position with low

tack masking tape.

Step 12.4 Without moving the cowl, carefully hold each strip flat against the cowl and working around the cowl one strip

at a time, drill a 5/64 in. (2 mm) hole through the dot, the cowl and the mounting tab. See 12E

Step 12.5 Hold the cowl in place using four 2x10 [mm] screws. Carefully remove the strips and all masking tape.

Step 12.6 With the BATTERY & FUSE REMOVED securely install the propeller. Double check your work and ensure that

the propeller is securely attached and will not come off.

12A- Card stock strips overlying the

cowl mounting tabs on the right side

of the fuselage

12C- Mark the strip with a dot at the

center of each cowl mounting tab 12D- Position the cowl over the

mounting tabs. Note the strips are

outboard. Align & center with respect

to the motor shaft

12B- Card stock strips overlying the

cowl mounting tabs on the left side of

the fuselage

11M- Typical wiring diagram of brushless motor system

INSTALL THE COWL AND PROPELLER

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14A- Servo tray

The control horns (see 13A) are

installed by using 30 minute epoxy

glue to glue the control horn to the ele-

vator and rudder

Install the control horns as shown in

13B, 13C and 13D.

After installing the control horns, wick

thin CA such as Pacer ZAP (Pink) into

the plywood of the control horn to

"harden" the plywood and holes. Do

two applications 1 minute apart.

13A- Typical lasercut control horn

assembly 13B- Elevator control horn location

Elevator control horn

location

Rudder control horn

location

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13C- Using 30 minute epoxy install

the elevator control horn into the pre-

cut slot

13D- Rudder control horn location 13E- Using 30 minute epoxy install the

rudder control horn into the pre-cut

slot

INSTALLING THE RUDDER AND ELEVATOR SERVOS

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Select two suitable micro servos and and install the rubber servo grommets &

brass ferrules supplied with your radio equipment. The two servos that control

the elevator and rudder are to be installed in the servo tray located in the fuse-

lage.

14B- Note the orientation and posi-

tions of the two servos in the servo

tray

14C- Note the orientation and posi-

tions of the elevator and rudder con-

trol rods

14D- Connect the elevator and rudder

control rods to the servo arms

NOSE

rudder

elevator

rudder

elevator

rudder elevator

NOSE

12E- Do not move the cowl. Drill

through the dot, the cowl and all four

mounting tabs

cowl

fuselage

strip

12F- Secure the cowl into place with

four 2x10 [mm] screws 12G- With the BATTERY & FUSE

REMOVED securely install the pro-

peller

Electronic Speed Controler

(ESC)

Connect to receiver

Brushless motor

Fuse holder/Switch. The fuse is to

be inserted only when flying or

testing. ALWAYS REMOVE THE

FUSE WHEN NOT FLYING OR

TESTING

TO ENSURE RELIABLE OPERA-

TION OF YOUR MODEL, FUSE

MUST BE RATED AT 20 AMPS

LIPO battery

Install and align the cowl using the four

cowl mounting screws provided. The

screws pass through the sides of the

cowl and into the tabs on the front of

the fuselage.

Step 12.1 Cut card stock strips about

1/2 x 5" (12x120 mm). Use low tack

masking tape to position the strips as

shown in 12A & 12B.

Note that the tape is applied towards

the rear of the strips and that the front

of the strips overlap the cowl mounting

tabs at the front of the fuselage.

Step 12.2 Mark each strip with a dot in

the center of each cowl mounting tab

as shown in 12C.

Step 12.3 Slide the cowl into place to

completely cover the mounting tabs on

the fuselage & such that the strips are

outboard of the cowl as shown in 12D.

Align the cowl so that the motor shaft is

centered.

Secure the cowl in position with low

tack masking tape.

Step 12.4 Without moving the cowl, carefully hold each strip flat against the cowl and working around the cowl one strip

at a time, drill a 5/64 in. (2 mm) hole through the dot, the cowl and the mounting tab. See 12E

Step 12.5 Hold the cowl in place using four 2x10 [mm] screws. Carefully remove the strips and all masking tape.

Step 12.6 With the BATTERY & FUSE REMOVED securely install the propeller. Double check your work and ensure that

the propeller is securely attached and will not come off.

12A- Card stock strips overlying the

cowl mounting tabs on the right side

of the fuselage

12C- Mark the strip with a dot at the

center of each cowl mounting tab 12D- Position the cowl over the

mounting tabs. Note the strips are

outboard. Align & center with respect

to the motor shaft

12B- Card stock strips overlying the

cowl mounting tabs on the left side of

the fuselage

11M- Typical wiring diagram of brushless motor system

INSTALL THE COWL AND PROPELLER

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14A- Servo tray

The control horns (see 13A) are

installed by using 30 minute epoxy

glue to glue the control horn to the ele-

vator and rudder

Install the control horns as shown in

13B, 13C and 13D.

After installing the control horns, wick

thin CA such as Pacer ZAP (Pink) into

the plywood of the control horn to

"harden" the plywood and holes. Do

two applications 1 minute apart.

13A- Typical lasercut control horn

assembly 13B- Elevator control horn location

Elevator control horn

location

Rudder control horn

location

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13C- Using 30 minute epoxy install

the elevator control horn into the pre-

cut slot

13D- Rudder control horn location 13E- Using 30 minute epoxy install the

rudder control horn into the pre-cut

slot

INSTALLING THE RUDDER AND ELEVATOR SERVOS

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Select two suitable micro servos and and install the rubber servo grommets &

brass ferrules supplied with your radio equipment. The two servos that control

the elevator and rudder are to be installed in the servo tray located in the fuse-

lage.

14B- Note the orientation and posi-

tions of the two servos in the servo

tray

14C- Note the orientation and posi-

tions of the elevator and rudder con-

trol rods

14D- Connect the elevator and rudder

control rods to the servo arms

NOSE

rudder

elevator

rudder

elevator

rudder elevator

NOSE

12E- Do not move the cowl. Drill

through the dot, the cowl and all four

mounting tabs

cowl

fuselage

strip

12F- Secure the cowl into place with

four 2x10 [mm] screws 12G- With the BATTERY & FUSE

REMOVED securely install the pro-

peller

Electric motors vary in size, styles and mounting method.

Items shown here are typical & for illustration purposes

only. Actual appearance may vary. Always refer to the

mounting instructions applicable to your motor.

We illustrate the general installation procedure here utiliz-

ing the recommended VMAX 7.4-11.1V Brushless Motor

(#VMM-111B18VM) and VMAX 15 Amp Speed Control with

BEC (#VMC-120B15VC).

If you have purchased a pre-assembled VMAX power mod-

ule assembly consisting of firewall, motor and speed control

you may skip 11A through 11E.

For aftermarket purchases of the VMAX power module

assembly please contact your supplier.

11B- A special pre-drilled firewall is

included for mounting the recom-

mended VMAX motor. A blank firewall

is also provided for other motor instal-

lations

11A- VMAX 7.4-11.1V Brushless Motor

(#VMM-111B18VM) recommended

11D- Install the two long speed con-

trol restraining bolts so that they pro-

trude from the back of the firewall as

shown

11E- Secure the Electronic Speed

Control to the restraining bolts using a

tie wrap as shown

11C- Install the motor to the firewall

using 4 bolts (3x10mm) & washer sets

provided. Place washer on bolt and

insert bolt through back of firewall &

screw into tapped holes in motor

mounting plate. Secure bolts with

medium thread locker

11F- Completed power module

assembly with motor and electronic

speed control installed

11K- Thread four 3 mm nuts onto the

bolts as shown. The nuts should be all

be evenly spaced at 1/2 in. (12.5 mm)

from the firewall

11L- Place four 3 mm washers on the

bolts & then position the assembled

power module. Secure in place with

four more 3 mm washers & nuts.

Tighten snugly

11G- Fuse location 11H- Mount the pre-assembled fuse

holder/switch to the fuselage by using

two 2x8 [mm] screws

11J- Install four 3x30 [mm] bolt sets

(supplied). Bolt-washer-former-wash-

er-nut (front). Tighten the nuts secure-

ly & apply thread locker

11I- Test fit a 20 Amp automotive

spade fuse into the fuse holder/switch

and then REMOVE THE FUSE

INSTALLING THE ELECTRIC MOTOR AND ESC

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1/2 in. (12.5 mm)

Fuse location

Back view

Mounting Holes for

Motor Mount Plate

Speed Control

Restraining Bolts

Connect the elevator servo to the receiver and turn on your

transmitter & then your receiver. Center the transmitter stick and trim. Adjust the servo arm and clevises to center

(not up, not down) the elevator as shown in 16A and 16B.

16A- Elevator control horn shown in position 16B- Hold the elevator at neutral (not up, not down).

Rotate the clevis to adjust the overall length. Then use the

clevis screw to attach the clevis to the control horn. The

clevis screw requires a 5/64 in. (2mm) hole. Secure the

screw with thread lock

CONNECTING THE PUSHROD TO THE ELEVATOR

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CONNECTING THE PUSHROD TO THE RUDDER

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Connect the rudder servo to the receiver and turn on

your transmitter & then your receiver. Center the trans-

mitter stick and trim. Adjust the servo arm and clevises

to center (not left, not right) secure the rudder as shown

in 17A.

17A-Hold the rudder at neutral (not left, not right). Rotate

the clevis to adjust the overall length. Then use the clevis

screw to attach the clevis to the control horn. The clevis

screw requires a 5/64 in. (2mm) hole. Secure the screw

with thread lock

Adjust the deflection of the control surfaces to match the

specifications on page 12. You can reduce the amount of

throw by doing either or both of the following:

- From the servo end, move the clevis to a hole in the servo

arm that is closer to the servo output shaft.

- From the control horn end, move the control rod/clevis fur-

ther out on the horn (away from the control surface).

Always confirm that the clevis is firmly attached after mak-

ing any adjustment.

ADJUST CONTROL SURFACE THROW LIMITS

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CONNECTING THE PUSHRODS

TO THE RUDDER AND ELEVATOR SERVOS

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Consult illustration 15A & carefully connect the control rods to the servos using

the clevises as shown.

15A- Center the servo control surface

and then connect the control rods to

the servos using the clevises as

shown

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The Subaru has a trike gear configuration using main land-

ing gear and steerable nose gear.

9B- Main landing gear location 9C- Insert the pre-bent main landing

gear into the wing 9D- Use two straps and four 10x2

[mm] screws to mount each main

landing gear assembly

Identify the main landing gear components shown below

- 2 pre-assembled main landing gear

- Eight 10x2 [mm] screws

- Four plastic landing gear straps

9A- Main landing gear components

Pre-bent main landing

gear wires

Main Wheels

Main landing gear location

FITTING THE MAIN LANDING GEAR

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Identify the nose gear components per illustration 10A:

- 1 nose gear assembly

- Four 2x10 [mm] screws

10B- 4 pre-drilled holes for mounting

steerable nose gear assembly

10A- Nose gear assembly

4 pre-drilled holes

10C- Use four 2x10 [mm] screws to

install the nose gear assembly. Then

insert the control rod into the EZ con-

nector and tighten the set screw

10D- Nose Gear assembly after instal-

lation

FINAL RC SET-UP

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Before starting the final set-up of the model, switch

on the radio and ensure that all trims are in their

neutral positions. Check that the ailerons, elevator

and rudder are centered. If any adjustments are

needed, do these by uncoupling the relevant clevis

and turning it clockwise to shorten the linkage or

counter - clockwise to lengthen it. Only when each

control surface has been centered mechanically in

this way should you begin adjusting the surface

movement (or throw)

Now confirm that the control surfaces are moving in

the correct direction. Use the servo reversing

switches on your transmitter to reverse the direc-

tion of a servo if necessary. The most popular

transmitter mode (with the throttle on the left, with

ailerons and elevator on the right) is shown here.

We have assumed throughout most of these instructions

that your Subaru is being powered by an electric motor and

Electronic Speed Control with BEC. Stage 20 applies only

if you are using glow power.

Step 20.1 Consult your radio manual for instructions about

hooking up your receiver battery, receiver and switch har-

ness.

Step 20.2 Wrap the battery pack securely in foam suitable

for RC equipment and wrap the foam insulated pack in a

plastic bag or cling wrap. Position the battery pack under

the fuel tank or nearby.

Step 20.3 Thread the battery pack connector back through

from beneath the fuel tank to the radio compartment by

passing the battery connector through an opening beside

or beneath the fuel tank.

Step 20.4 Connect the battery connector to your radio sys-

tem according to the radio manual.

INSTALLING THE RECEIVER BATTERY

(Glow Engine Only)

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INSTALLING THE RECEIVER

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Step 21.1 Consult your radio manual for instructions about

hooking up your receiver.

Step 21.2 Plan where you are going to put the receiver with

consideration for routing the antenna safely.

Step 21.3 Wrap the receiver securely in foam suitable for

RC equipment and wrap the foam insulated receiver in a

plastic bag or cling wrap.

Step 21.4 Generally in the absence of specific instructions

from the radio manufacturer, it is recommended that the

receiver should be placed where it is least likely to have

impact during a crash. Keep the battery pack and other

heavy loose items ahead of the receiver.

Steering

control rod

exit

7G- 90 degree angle between the hor-

izontal and vertical stabs. 512 7E- Apply plenty of 30 minute epoxy

6H- Apply plenty of 30 minute epoxy into the horizontal

slot 6I- Apply plenty of 30 minute epoxy to the horizontal sta-

bilizer

6K- Wipe off excess 30 minute epoxy6J- Slide the horizontal stabilizer into place

Step 7.1 Check the fit of the vertical stabilizer in its slot. Make sure that it is

square to the horizontal stabilizer and fuselage. See 7A and 7G

Step 7.2 Mark the shape of the fuselage on the left & right sides of the vertical

stabilizer using a felt-tip pen. See 7B

Step 7.3 Now remove the vertical stabilizer. Using a sharp knife & ruler CARE-

FULLY cut just 1/8" (3mm) inside the marked lines (see 7C) and remove the cov-

ering on both sides of the fin (see 7D), just as you did with the horizontal stabi-

lizer, making sure you only press hard enough to cut the covering, not the verti-

cal stabilizer. USA CA TO FILL AND REPAIR ANY CUT MARKS IN THE

WOOD.

7A- Trial fit the vertical stabilizer into

the fuselage slot

Step 7.4 Now apply sufficient epoxy to both sides & the

bottom of the vertical stabilizer as illustrated in 8E. Use 30

minute epoxy to ensure a strong bond and give yourself

plenty of working time.

Step 7.5 Insert the vertical stabilizer in its slot in the fuse-

lage and re-check the alignment. Excess adhesive should

be cleaned off with a rag or tissue before it cures.

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7B- Mark both sides of the vertical sta-

bilizer 7C- Carefully cut through the cover-

ing. Do NOT cut the wood 7D- Remove covering from both sides

7F- Slide the stab into place

& remove excess epoxy

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50 ~ 55 mm

2 ~ 2 in.

CONFIRM RADIO OPERATION

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BALANCING THE AIRCRAFT

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CONFIRM MECHANICAL INTEGRITY

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Carefully review how your Electronic Speed Control (ESC)

works. Most ESC's will not power up the motor until the

throttle has been reduced to zero. Avoid the prop in case

the motor suddenly starts to turn.

Step 22.1 Consult your radio manual for instructions about

testing and operating your radio system.

Step 22.2 Pay particular attention to charging your batter-

ies and range testing your system before and after each

flight.

Step 22.3 Check that all controls are working correctly

before and after each flight.

FOR ELECTRIC POWER, YOU WILL NEED TO INSTALL

THE FUSE AND YOUR BATTERY TO TEST YOUR ESC

& MOTOR OPERATION

Step 23.1 The CG for your SUBARU is located at 2“ to 2-

1/8" (50 - 55 mm) back from the leading edge of the wing

when the wing has been attached to the fuselage as per

illustration 24A.

Step 23.2 For the initial flight, the CG should be located at

2” (50mm) back from the leading edge of the wing when the

wing has been attached to the fuselage.

Step 23.3 The CG is measured with the motor, battery and

all other components installed.

Step 23.4 Set up the CG as it will be when you fly it.

Step 23.5 It is very important to have the CG correct. Flying

your model with the CG too far back will likely lead to loss

of control and a crash. If you discover that after you have

assembled your model and installed your radio, motor and

battery that the CG of your model is incorrect you must

bring the CG to the correct location by doing the following

BEFORE FLYING :

- Move the battery pack fore or aft

- Do not add weight to correct the CG. Move components &

especially your battery pack rather than add weight. Only

add weight as a measure of last resort.

Step 24.1 Once you have confirmed that the CG is correct,

you should do a thorough review of the entire model before

your first flight. Check everything twice! Every hook up,

every coupling, everything! Do it twice!!

Step 24.2 Before your first flight, have an experienced flyer

review your work. Do not fly your model until it has been

checked out by a third party who knows how to fly and how

to set up a model aircraft. Do not fly alone. Seek experi-

enced help.

Step 24.3 Once you have completed your first flight, get in the

habit of checking your model over before and after each flight!

Don’t fly if you find something that is not right! 24A- CG location

CONTROL SURFACE THROW SPECIFICATIONS:

The throws are measured at the widest part of the control

surface. Adjust the position of the pushrods at the control

and/or servo horns to control the amount of throw. You may

also use ATV's if you radio has them but the mechanical

linkages should still be set so that theATV's are near 100%

for best servo resolution.

1/6" - 1/4"

4mm - 6mm

1/6" - 1/4"

4mm - 6mm

1/6" - 1/4"

4mm - 6mm

1/6" - 1/4"

4mm - 6mm

1/3" - 2/5"

8mm - 10mm

1/3" - 2/5"

8mm - 10mm

Elevator Aileron Rudder

Low rate High rate

ELEVATOR 1/6 “ (4mm) up 1/4” (6 mm) up

1/6 “ (4mm) down 1/4” (6 mm) down

AILERON 1/6” (4 mm) up 1/4” (6 mm) up

1/6” (4 mm) down 1/4” (6 mm) down

RUDDER 1/3 “ (8 mm) right 2/5” (10 mm) right

1/3 “ (8 mm) left 2/5” (10 mm) left

Check the fit of the horizontal stabilizer in its slot. Make sure the hori-

zontal stabilizer is square and centered to the fuselage by taking

measurements as shown in pictures 5A, 5B and 5C.

Do not glue anything yet.

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5A- Trial fit the horizontal stabilizer in

its slot

5B- Alignment of horizontal stabilizer top view 5C- Alignment back view

ALIGNMENT OF HORIZONTAL STABILIZER

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distance

Equal

distance

Step 6.1 With the horizontal stabilizer

aligned correctly, mark the shape of

the fuselage on the top & bottom of the

horizontal stabilizer using a water solu-

ble non-permanent felt-tip pen as

shown here. See 6A, 6B, 6C

Step 6.2 Now remove the horizontal

stabilizer & using a sharp knife & a

ruler CAREFULLY cut 1/8" (3 mm)

inside the marked lines & remove the

covering on the top & bottom of the

horizontal stabilizer as illustrated (See

6C to 6G). Make sure you only cut the

film & not the wood, otherwise the

horizontal stabilizer will be severely

weakened & fail. USA CA TO FILL

AND REPAIR ANY CUT MARKS IN

THE WOOD.

6A- Mark the top of the horizontal sta-

bilizer... 6B- ...and the bottom

6C- Marked lines on horizontal stab

6E- Remove the covering from top

surface

6D- Cutting inside the lines. Do NOT

cut the wood

6F- Exactly the same underneath 6G- Clean off the pen lines

INSTALLING THE HORIZONTAL STABILIZER

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Step 6.3 Now apply sufficient epoxy to the top and bottom of the horizontal stabilizer and horizontal slot. Use 30 minute

epoxy to ensure a strong bond and give yourself plenty of working time. See 6H & 6I

Step 6.4 Insert the horizontal stabilizer in its slot in the fuselage and re-check the alignment as in Stage 5. See 6J & 5B

Step 6.5 Excess epoxy should be cleaned off with a rag or tissue before it cures. See 6K

25A- Battery platform 25B- Glue Velcro (loop) to the battery

platform 25C- Glue the battery platform into the

fuselage

25D- Glue Velcro (hook) to the battery 25E- Install the battery using the

Velcro 25F- Using foam to secure the battery

To install the battery platform you will need:

- Battery platform (supplied). See 25A

- Velcro hook and loop 8x1 in. (200x25 mm) (supplied)

- Battery foam cushion (supplied)

Step 25.1 Cut about 4in (100mm) of Velcro (loop) and glue

to the battery platform using thick CA++ such as Pacer Slo-

Zap. See 25B

Step 25.2 Install the battery platform into the fuselage

using thick CA++ or Epoxy. See 25C

Step 25.3 Glue 4in (100mm) of Velcro (hook) to the battery

using thick CA++. See 25D

Step 25.4 Install the battery by mating the Velcro (hook) on

the battery to the Velcro (loop) on the platform. See 25E

Step 25.5 Use foam cushion material to secure the battery

as shown in 25F

Step 25.6 Install the battery hatch.

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26A- Battery location with hatch removed

BATTERY LOCATION

The battery location is behind the firewall. To install the bat-

tery, you must remove the battery hatch first then connect

the battery to your ESC.

Battery packs vary widely in size, shape and type. We rec-

ommend using a Lithium Polymer (LIPO) battery.

The battery can be moved fore or aft to adjust the CG to

the correct location. See 26C

Once the CG is correct, the battery should be secured in

position with Velcro (supplied) and foam cushion material

so that the battery cannot move.

DO NOT FLY WITH A LOOSE BATTERY. If the battery

moves it will shift the CG location and/or possibly unplug

itself causing loss of control.

Once the CG is correct, the battery should be secured in

position with Velcro (supplied) or lightweight foam so that

the battery cannot move.

After installing your battery and securing it into place, re-

install the battery hatch as shown in 26D.

When you are ready to power up your motor, MAKE SURE

YOUR TRANSMITTER IS TURNED ON WITH THE

THROTTLE REDUCED TO ZERO & STAY CLEAR OF

THE PROP BEFORE INSTALLING THE FUSE.

After installing the fuse, STAY CLEAR OF THE PROP and

retain the fuse in place with the security tab.

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Fuse

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Battery hatch

26B- Battery hatch

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3C- Connect the aileron control rod

between the servo arm and the con-

trol horn

FITTING THE HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL STABILIZERS

3A- Aileron control rod assembly 3B- Aileron control horn after installa-

tion.

Step 3.1 Consult your radio instruction manual and center

the aileron servos using either a Y connector or a comput-

er radio that accomodates the use of two aileron servos.

Turn on the transmitter and then the receiver. Center the

aileron trim lever on the transmitter. Remove the servo arm

mounting screws and servo arms.

Step 3.2 Mount the servo arms back on the servos so that

the servo arms are parallel with the back edge of the wing.

Screw the arms into place using the servo arm mounting

screws supplied with the servos.

Step 3.3 Locate the two aileron control rods in the hard-

ware bag (see 3A). Ensure the clevises are screwed well

onto the threaded portion of the rod. Rotate and tug

aggressively on the clevises and ensure that they are not

loose on the rods.

Step 3.4 Tape the ailerons into their neutral position so that

they are even with the trailing edge of the wing and not

pointing either up or down.

Step 3.5 Review 3B and 3C to ensure the control rod

assemblies align correctly between the servo arms and the

control horns.

Step 3.6 Connect the aileron servo control rods between

the aileron control horns and the aileron servo arms as

shown in 3C.

Step 3.7 Carefully remove the masking tape holding the

ailerons.

Step 3.8 Turn on your radio and activate the ailerons, using

the aileron stick and ensure that a smooth full motion can

be achieved.

Step 3.9 With the wing top side up and viewed from the

back, ensure that moving the transmitter aileron stick to the

left raises the left aileron and lowers the right aileron.

Movement of the stick to the left will roll the aircraft to the

left. (Counterclockwise roll of the wing when viewed from

the back).

Step 3.10 With the wing top side up and viewed from the

back, ensure that moving the transmitter aileron stick to the

right raises the right aileron and lowers the left aileron.

Movement of the stick to the right will roll the aircraft to the

right. (Clockwise roll of the wing when viewed from the

back).

INSTALLING THE AILERON CONTROL SYSTEM

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To install the stabilizers into the fuselage you will need:

- Fuselage

- Vertical stabilizer with pre-installed rudder

- Horizontal stabilizer with pre-installed elevator

4A- The fuselage slots for the vertical & horizontal stabi-

lizers

Horizontal slot

Vertical slot

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G-BBRE

26D- Battery hatch and fuse installed

26C- Battery installed with fuse removed

26E- Typical battery arrangement

Foam cushion

Battery

Battery platform

Velcro

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Step 1.1 Turn the wing upside down and locate the pre-

drilled control horn holes. See 1B

Step 1.2 Trial fit the laser cut control horn assembly (See

1A) into the aileron. See 1B, 1C, 1D

Step 1.3 Use plenty of 30 minute epoxy to glue the aileron

control horns to the right and left wings as shown in 1B, 1C

and 1D.

Step 1.4 Wick thin CA such as Pacer ZAP (Pink) into the

plywood of the control horn to "harden" the plywood and

holes. Do two applications 1 minute apart.

Aileron control horn location

3-1/8" (80 mm)

Aileron hinge line

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4/10" (10mm)

INSTALLING THE AILERON CONTROL HORNS

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1C- Trial fit aileron control horn to the aileron 1D- The holes in the control horn must align with the

hinge line

1B- Aileron control horn location

1A- Aileron control horn

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Aileron servo cavity

2B- Typical aileron servo location

2A- Prepare the servos by fitting the

rubber grommets & ferrules supplied

with your servos

To install the aileron servos into the wing you will need the following items:

- 2 micro servos

- Servo mounting screws and grommets as supplied with the servos

- Servo control arms as supplied with the servos

- Two aileron control rod assemblies supplied with the kit. The assemblies con-

sist of a rod with a clevis screwed onto both ends

- Low tack masking tape

- 2 aileron control horn assemblies

Step 2.1 Turn the wing upside down. Install one servo first, then the second

servo.

Step 2.2 Trial fit the aileron servo into the servo mounting cavity. You may have

to modify the cavity slightly to provide clearance for the servo and servo wires.

Step 2.3 Use a hobby knife to modify the cavity as required. Most servos have

their output shaft closer to one end than the other. Mount the servo so that the

output shaft is closer to the leading edge of the wing.

Step 2.4 Screw the servo into place with the screws and grommets supplied. It

is important to install the grommets and screws correctly. See the manual that

came with your radio for instructions about your particular servo grommets.

Step 2.5 Fasten the screws down according to the servo manufacturers recom-

mended tightness.

Step 2.6 Repeat steps 2.2 to 2.5 for the second aileron servo.

Aileron

Notes