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- Page 1 PITTS 12 R/C SPORT-SCALE AIRCRAFT ASSEMBLY AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL © Copyright Century UK Limited 2012 www.centuryuk.com...
- Page 2 This radio controlled model is not a toy. It requires skill to fly and is not recommended for use by beginners. It should not be operated by children without the supervision of a suitably experienced adult. Max-Thrust reserves the right to modify the specification of this model at any time. Safety Precautions 1.
- Page 3 Overview Thank-you for purchasing this MAX-THRUST Pitts 12 radio controlled model aircraft. The Pitts 12 offers a stunning combination of terrific looks and sensational flight performance. Manufactured from “EPOFLEXY” it is extremely robust, however, in the event of a “less than perfect” arrival, we supply a range of spares to get you flying again in the shortest time.
- Page 4 1. Main Gear Release the screw holding the main gear cover to the fuselage. Remove the cover and insert the pre-bent undercarriage legs into the moulded recess in the fuselage. Secure in place with the 4 x metal retaining plates and 8 x M3 x 12mm screws, (images 1 &...
- Page 5 Horizontal Tail-Plane (continued) Make certain the elevator servo is centred and connect the plastic elevator clevis to its control horn, (image 8). Minor adjustment to obtain perfect neutral positions of the control surfaces can be achieved by rotating the plastic link on the threaded portion of the control push-rod.
- Page 6 Vertical Fin & Rudder (continued) Connect the two 80mm long Z-bend control rods to the pre-drilled holes in the base of the rudder, (image 13). Connect the other end of the control rods to the control horn on the steerable tail-wheel, (image 14).
- Page 7 Lower Wing Plastic Wing Supports (continued) Install the plastic wing supports in the lower wing panels using the adhesive supplied, (image 17). Please be aware that these parts are handed and must be installed correctly. Note: Port is the left hand side viewed from the rear of the model.
- Page 8 Wing Assembly (continued) Insert a wing spar half way into one of the lower wing panels, (image 23). Then carefully slide the remaining lower wing panel onto the exposed spar until the roots of the panels meet, (image 24). Ensure that the control leads from the aileron servos do not get trapped.
- Page 9 Wing Assembly (continued) Attach the cabane struts to the lower wing panels using the four M3 x 20mm screws, (image 29). The servo control leads pass through the wings as shown. Do not over tighten the screws as this will distort the cabane mount. Carefully place the upper wing on the cabane and fuselage struts.
- Page 10 Final Assembly (continued) Rigging Wires Attach a rigging spring to each eyelet on the top of the cabane strut, (image 35). Attach a rigging spring to each of the eyelets positioned on the main gear, (image 36). Join the springs with two of the 470mm rigging wires.
- Page 11 Final Assembly (continued) Motor Fit the aluminium propeller adaptor to the motor using the 4 x M3 x10mm cap head screws, (image 40). It is very important that these fixings are tightened securely. We recommend the use of a thread-locking compound, used very sparingly to ensure it does not come into contact with the internal components of the motor.
- Page 12 Final Assembly (continued) Receiver Installation Connect the speed controller to the throttle channel of your receiver, (not included). This wire is easily identified; it is the only one that is routed from the front of the model. Connect the two aileron servo control leads to the supplied “Y” lead, (No.1) and plug into the aileron output on your receiver.
- Page 13 Make certain that all plastic links are securely “snapped” closed and that all control surface hinges are secure. Use a small amount of foam glue if any hinges are not firmly attached. We hope you enjoy many happy and safe flights with your new Max-Thrust Pitts 12 model aircraft.
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