VQ Radio Control Model FLOAT User manual

½”
FLOAT STEP IS ½” ( 12.7mm) BEHIND C.G
The relationship between the “step” on the floats
and the center of gravity on the model is important
First, the floats should be mounted on the model
so the step is positioned as detailed in the
“Step sketch” for your particular model. Then,
when the floats are mounted on the model, move
the C.G. Slightly forward as listed below. Although you may have added the recommended ballast inside the front of
the float, in some cases a litter more ballast may be required on the model.
For 40 - 46 size floats: Move the CG.(Balance point) 3/8” (9.5mm) ahead of the manufacturers recommended CG.
1-½
DEG.
1-½
DEG.
WHEN THE TOPS OF THE FLOATS ARE LEVEL, THE WING INCIDENCE SHOULD BE + 1-1/2 Deg.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
FLOAT
FOR R/C AIRCRAFT
46 SIZE

THE CENTERLINES OF THE FLOATS AND MODEL MUST BE PARALLEL
S
1/4 TO 1/5 S
First flight attempts with floats should be reserved for relatively calm days when the water is not so choppy.
Practice taxiing around in the water to learn the handing characteristics and see if you have build in enough
throw on the rudder. During taxiing, hold “up” elevator to keep the nose of the airplane high. Always takeoff
into the wind. Gently add throttle and gradually release some of the up elevator as the speed increases. Just
like the model takes off the ground, when it has enough speed it will lift into the air don’t force it off . Continue
a gradual, conservative climbout until you are at an altitude where you are comfortable making the downwind
turn.
Aluminum tube
4.7mm
3/16
4.7mm
3/16
Aluminum landing gear
Seal screw holes with clear RTV silicone Paint the plywood mount with epoxy 30min.
Make sure you have a good seal between the wing and the fuselage. If not, make a “gasket” out of RTV
silicone or foam wing tape.