Model Tech Blue Max V2 ARF Assembly Instructions Manual page 20

STeP 1: iNSTAlliNG your MoTor MouNT ANd ProPeller AdAPTer
IMPORTANT Two sets of motor mounting holes are predrilled through the motor mounting box. One set is for a four-hole radial
backplate mount and one set is for mounting directly into the back of the motor. If your motor or its backplate mount uses a different
mounting hole pattern, you will need to drill new mounting holes through the motor mounting box to match.
q Install the propeller adapter (included with your motor) onto your brushless
outrunner motor, following the procedures in your motor's user guide.
q Install the backplate mount (included with your motor) onto your brushless
outrunner motor, following the procedures in your motor's user guide.
STeP 2: iNSTAlliNG The MoTor
q Install your motor to the motor mounting box, using four M3 x 16mm machine
screws, four M3 flat washers and four M3 blind nuts. Tighten the machine
screws firmly to draw the blind nuts into the back of the motor mounting box.
q Temporarily install the propeller onto your motor.
q To ensure that the cowling will line up properly with the crankshaft, the back
edge of the propeller (at the hub) should be 4-1/2" (114mm) in front of the back
edge of the motor mounting box. If the distance is shorter you will need to install
a shim behind the motor to space it to the correct distance.
STeP 3: iNSTAlliNG The MoTor MouNTiNG box ASSeMbly
q Test-fit and glue the motor mounting box assembly onto the firewall, using
a generous amount of 5 minute epoxy.
IMPORTANT The motor mounting box assembly should be installed with
the flanges horizontal, as shown. This will ensure that the nose skid
mounting brackets don't interfere with the motor mounting box.
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STeP 3: iNSTAlliNG The Fuel TANK
q Cut two pieces of silicone fuel tubing (not included) to a length of 4" (102mm)
and install them to the aluminium tubes at the front of the fuel tank.
PRO TIP Mark the ends of the silicone tubing "vent" and "pick-up" so you
don't confuse them when it comes time to connect them to the engine
later on.
q Cut out a piece of 1/4" (6mm) thick foam rubber and place it on top of the fuel tank mounting platform in the fuselage.
IMPORTANT When you install the fuel tank in the next procedure, make sure that the top of the fuel tank is toward the top of
the fuselage.
q Feed the ends of the fuel tubing through the predrilled hole in the firewall
and slide the fuel tank into position, making sure that the stopper assembly
lines up with, and is firmly pushed into, the predrilled hole in the firewall.
q Glue one scrap piece of balsa or light plywood directly above the fuel tank
and directly behind the fuel tank to hold the fuel tank securely in place.
ThroTTle CoNTrol SySTeM iNSTAllATioN - GloW VerSioN
you'll Need The FolloWiNG PArTS FroM The KiT:
q (1) 11-1/2" (292mm) Pushrod Wire with Z-Bend
you'll Need The FolloWiNG ToolS ANd SuPPlieS:
q Thin C/A
q # 1 Phillips Head Screwdriver
q Wire Cutters
q Needle Nose Pliers
q Modeling Knife
IMPORTANT This section details the installation of the throttle control system for a glow engine. If you are using a brushless
outrunner electric motor, please skip to the Elevator Control System Installation section on page 27.
STeP 1: iNSTAlliNG The ThroTTle SerVo
q Install the rubber grommets and brass collets onto your throttle servo, making sure to install the collets with the flanges toward the
bottom of the servo.
q Install the throttle servo into the centre of the plywood servo tray, making sure
to drill 1/16" (1.6mm) diameter pilot holes for the servo mounting screws.
IMPORTANT Note the orientation of the servo. When installed, the servo
output shaft should be toward the back of the fuselage.
q (1) Adjustable Pushrod Connector with Nut and Machine Screw
q Electric Drill
q 1/16" (1.6mm), 5/64" (2mm) and 5/32" (4mm) Drill Bits
q Straight Edge Ruler
q Pencil
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