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- Page 1 Beechcraft Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual...
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Page 2: Notice
AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics) approved flying sites. Consult local • Do not fly near power lines. laws and ordinances before choosing a location to fly your aircraft. E-flite Beechcraft Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Length: 30.7 in (780mm) Park 480 Motor Setup ..........4 E-flite is pleased to bring you this exciting Staggerwing Wing Area: 354 sq in (22.9 sq dm) Optional Accessories ..........4... -
Page 4: Contents Of Kit/Parts Layout
We highly recommend re-binding the radio system once all the control throws are set. This will keep the servos from moving to their endpoints until the transmitter and receiver connect. E-flite Beechcraft Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual... -
Page 5: Before Starting Assembly
Even foam-safe accelerators will leading edge of the wing. damage the finish of your model. Allow the CA to cure without the use of an accelerant. E-flite Beechcraft 480 Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual... -
Page 6: Flap Servo Installation
UP flap position. Remove the stock servo horn using a #0 Phillips screwdriver and install the single-sided servo arm perpendicular to the servo center line as shown. Check that the servo moves the direction shown for DOWN flap. E-flite Beechcraft Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual... -
Page 7: Fixed Landing Gear Installation
If the holes do not align, rotate the mount 90 degrees. Use a felt-tipped pen to make a small mark to indicate the front of the mount. E-flite Beechcraft 480 Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual... - Page 8 7. Repeat steps 1 through 6 to install the remaining landing gear and mount. E-flite Beechcraft Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual...
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Page 9: Retract Landing Gear Installation (Optional)
Center the aileron servo using the radio system. Install the single-sided horn so it is perpendicular to the servo centerline. Install the screw to secure the horn using a #0 Phillips screwdriver E-flite Beechcraft 480 Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual... - Page 10 Connect the red air line from the retract valve to the this T-fitting as well. This may need to be trimmed slightly. E-flite Beechcraft Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual...
- Page 11 13. Connect the air line to the retract. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver and four 2mm x 5mm self- tapping countersunk screws to secure the retract mechanism in the wing. E-flite Beechcraft 480 Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual...
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Page 12: Horizontal Stabilizer Installation
Even foam-safe accelerators will damage the finish of your model. Allow the CA to cure without the use of an accelerant. E-flite Beechcraft Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual... -
Page 13: Rudder Preparation
Allow the CA to fully cure before proceeding. Sight the alignment again to ensure that the stabilizer does not shift. The use of medium CA allows for more working time to allow for rechecks and adjustments. E-flite Beechcraft 480 Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual... -
Page 14: Vertical Fin And Tail Wheel Installation
Even foam-safe accelerators will damage the finish of your model. Allow the CA to cure without the use of an accelerant. E-flite Beechcraft Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual... - Page 15 1mm x 5mm self-tapping countersunk screws and a #0 Phillips screwdriver. 2. Slide the tail wheel assembly into the fuselage from the bottom. Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal fasteners to prevent them from vibrating loose. E-flite Beechcraft 480 Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual...
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Page 16: Elevator And Rudder Servo Installation
9. The top wing can now be removed from the fuselage to make the fuselage manageable for the install of the components in the fuselage. E-flite Beechcraft Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual... - Page 17 Once centered, #0 Phillips screwdriver. slide the silicone tube over the forks of the clevis to prevent the clevis from opening accidentally. E-flite Beechcraft 480 Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual...
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Page 18: Motor And Speed Control Installation
Use two 3mm x 20mm machine screws and a #2 Phillips screwdriver to attach the motor mount to the fuselage. 2. Remove the cowl from the fuselage. It is held in position with a friction fit. E-flite Beechcraft Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual... - Page 19 Always balance your propeller. An unbalanced propeller can cause vibrations to be transmitted into the airframe, which could damage the airframe or other components as well as produce unwanted flight characteristics. E-flite Beechcraft 480 Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual...
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Page 20: Receiver And Motor Battery Installation
Use hook and loop tape on the battery and fuselage to keep it secure in the fuselage. 2. Place a piece of two-sided tape on the bottom of the receiver. E-flite Beechcraft Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual... -
Page 21: Final Assembly
If you have installed retracts, make sure to connect the air lines from the wing and air tank, and the retract servo lead at this time as well. E-flite Beechcraft 480 Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual... - Page 22 Even foam-safe accelerators will damage the finish of your model. Allow the CA to cure without the use of an accelerant. E-flite Beechcraft Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual...
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Page 23: Center Of Gravity
63mm) back from the leading edge of the bottom wing as shown with the battery pack installed. Mark the location of the CG on the top of the wing with a felt-tipped pen. 2.25 to 2.50 inches (57 to 63mm) E-flite Beechcraft 480 Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual... -
Page 24: Control Throws
1/2-inch 13mm 15% Expo system once all the control throws are set. This will Down: 1/2-inch 13mm 15% Expo keep the servos from moving to their endpoints until the transmitter and receiver connect. E-flite Beechcraft Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual... -
Page 25: Preflight
(i.e., the correct Even though the full-scale airplane would never be direction and with the recommended throws). found flying aerobatics, you will find that the E-flite Check all the control horns, servo horns, and clevises version has surprising aerobatic capability and to make sure they are secure and in good condition. -
Page 26: Daily Flight Checks
When you check the batteries, ensure that you have This warranty is not transferable and does not cover the polarities correct on your expanded scale voltmeter. That’s it, you’ve just successfully flown your new E-flite ® (i) cosmetic damage, (ii) damage due to acts of God,... -
Page 27: Warranty Services
61822 USA the shipping carton. productsupport@horizonhobby.com Notice: Do not ship Lipo batteries to horizon. If you 877-504-0233 have any issue with a Lipo battery, please contact the appropriate horizon product Support office. E-flite Beechcraft 480 Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual... -
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Page 29: Building And Flying Notes
(b) Fly using the assistance of a camera or First-Person View (FPV) only in accordance with the procedures outlined in AMA Document #550. E-flite Beechcraft 480 Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual... - Page 30 Building and Flying Notes E-flite Beechcraft Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual...
- Page 31 Building and Flying Notes E-flite Beechcraft 480 Staggerwing 480 ARF Assembly Manual...
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