Phoenix Model SUPER CUB PA-18 Instruction Manual
Phoenix Model SUPER CUB PA-18 Instruction Manual

Phoenix Model SUPER CUB PA-18 Instruction Manual

Scale 1:4 1/2 size 1.20/20cc arf
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SUPER CUB PA-18
SUPER CUB PA-18
SCALE 1:4 ½ Size 1.20/20cc ARF
SPECIFICATION
- Wingspan: 2300mm (90.5in)
- Length: 1472mm (57.9 in)
- Flying weight: 6.2-7.1 kg
- Wing area: 78.7 dm2
- Wing loading: 78.5g/dm2
- Wing type: Naca airfoils
- Covering type: Genuine ORACOVER®
- Gear type: Scale main gear and spring
wire for tail gear (included)
- Spinner size: Scale type (not included)
- Radio: 6 channel minimum (not included)
- Servo: 8 Hi-torque standard servo: 2 aileron;
2 Flap; 2 elevator; 1 rudder; 1 throttle (not included)
- Recommended receiver battery: 4.8-6V / 1200-
2000mAh NiMH (not included)
- Servo mount: 21mm x 42 mm
- Propeller: suit with your engine
Instruction Manual
- Engine: 1.20/ 2-stroke or 1.40/4-stroke glow
engine or 20cc gas engine (not included)
- Motor: brushless outrunner 1600-2200 W,
450 KV (not included)
- Gravity CG: 95mm (3.7 in) Back from the
leading edge of the wing, at the fuselage
- Control throw Ailerons: Low: 8mm up/down,
10% expo; High: 10mm up/down, 10% expo
- Control throw Elevators: Low: 8mm up/down,
12% expo; High: 10mm up/down, 12% expo
- Control throw Rudder: Low: 20mm right/left,
15% expo; High: 30mm right/left, 15% expo
- Experience level: Intermediate
- Plane type: Scale Civilian
RECOMMENDED MOTOR AND BATTERY SET UP
- Motor: RIMFIRE .120 (not included)
- Lipo cell: 5-6 cells / 5500 – 6000mAh (not included)
- Esc: 120-160A (not included)
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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual version version SUPER CUB PA-18 SUPER CUB PA-18 SCALE 1:4 ½ Size 1.20/20cc ARF SPECIFICATION - Engine: 1.20/ 2-stroke or 1.40/4-stroke glow - Wingspan: 2300mm (90.5in) engine or 20cc gas engine (not included) - Length: 1472mm (57.9 in) - Motor: brushless outrunner 1600-2200 W, - Flying weight: 6.2-7.1 kg...
  • Page 2: Tools And Supplies Needed

    Please trial fit all the parts. Make sure you have the correct parts and that they fit and are aligned properly before gluing! This will assure proper assembly. The SUPER CUB PA-18 SCALE 1:4 ½ Size 1.20/20cc TEMPORARY PIN ARF is hand made from natural materials, every...
  • Page 3 SUPER CUB Instruction Manual Make certain the hinges are adequately secured with glue. If they come loose in flight accidents may result. Secure nylon hinges with instant glue, being careful not to glue the wing and airleron together. Apply instant glue (CA glue, super glue). Align the center line of main wing with aileron.
  • Page 4 SUPER CUB Instruction Manual 2x10mm 2 x 10mm TP Screw Assemble left and right sides the same way < Right Wing > < Left Wing > Aileron Servo Flap Servo Flap Servo Aileron Servo Warning! Pull out servo cord with string. Tie the string.
  • Page 5 SUPER CUB Instruction Manual 3 x 25mm Cap Screw Aileron 2 x 10mm Screw Flap Cut off shaded portion Assemble left and right sides the same way < Bottom view > Neutral 2x10mm Aileron Flap Mark the spot to attach. Bend 90 Apply threadlocker (screw cement).
  • Page 6: Installing The Main Landing Gear

    SUPER CUB Instruction Manual SECURE The Wing To The Fuselage 3. Trim the covering from the slots for the wing alignment spares on each side of the top of the fuselage. Attach the wings to the fuselage and secure the 4.
  • Page 7: Horizontal Stabilizer Installation

    SUPER CUB Instruction Manual INSTALLING THE WING STRUT 4 x 10mm Cap Screw 4x10mm 4mm Spring Washer 4x10mm 3 x 12mm TP Screw 3 x 10mm Button Screw Nylon Nut 3x12mm 3x10mm Plate of plywood Cut off shaded portion HORIZONTAL STABILIZER INSTALLATION 4.
  • Page 8 SUPER CUB Instruction Manual When cutting through the covering to remove it, cut with only enough pressure to only cut through the covering it's self. Cutting into the balsa structure may weaken it. This could lead to possible failure during flight. When you are sure that everything is aligned correctly, mix up a generous amount of 30 minute epoxy.
  • Page 9: Vertical Stabilizer Installation

    SUPER CUB Instruction Manual VERTICAL STABILIZER INSTALLATION Installing the rudder using C.A glue as installing the aileron. 90 Degree Secure nylon hinges with instant glue, being careful vertical fin and rudder. Align the center line of vertical fin with rudder. INSTALLING THE RUDDER LINKAGES 7.
  • Page 10 SUPER CUB Instruction Manual 3x12mm 3x12mm Cable Apply threadlocker (screw cement). 3x30mm Pay close attention here Must be purchased separately! Cut off shaded portion Rudder servo Cable rod Cable rod...
  • Page 11: Installing The Elevator Pushrod

    SUPER CUB Instruction Manual INSTALLING THE ELEVATOR PUSHROD 7. Attach nylon clevis to the control horn and secure it . 1. Locate the pushrod exit slot on the right side 8. Locate one nylon servo arm, and using wire and left side of the fuselage. It is located cutters, remove all but one of the arms.
  • Page 12: Installing The Tail Wheel

    SUPER CUB Instruction Manual approx. 13mm Elevator Servo Pay close attention here Cut off shaded portion Must be purchased separately! INSTALLING THE Tail wheel 3x15mm 3 x 12mm TP Screw 3x12mm 3 x 15mm Cap Screw 4mm Spring Washer Spring Spring Cut off shaded portion...
  • Page 13: Installing The Engine Mount

    SUPER CUB Instruction Manual INSTALLING THE HORIZONTAL STAB STRUT 3 x 15mm TP Screw 4 x 15mm Cap Screw 4x15mm 3x15mm INSTALLING THE ENGINE MOUNT 4 x 30mm Screw 4mm Washer 4mm Spring Washer 4x30mm Engine Mount Apply threadlocker (screw cement). 4x30mm INSTALLING THE Fuel Tank 1.
  • Page 14 SUPER CUB Instruction Manual 6. When satisfied with the alignment of the stopper Do not secure the tank into place permanently assembly tighten the 3mm x 20mm machine until after balancing the airplane. You may screw until the rubber stopper expands and need to remove the tank to mount the battery in seals the tank opening.
  • Page 15: Installing The Engine

    SUPER CUB Instruction Manual INSTALLING THE ENGINE Locate the long piece of wire used for the throttle pushrod. One end of the wire has been pre-bend in to a "Z" bend at the factory. This "Z" bend should be inserted into the throttle arm of the engine when the engine is fitted onto the engine mount.
  • Page 16: Installing The Throttle

    SUPER CUB Instruction Manual INSTALLING THE THROTTLE 3. Slide the adjustable metal connector / servo arm assembly over the plain end of the pushrod wire. 1. Install one adjustable metal connector through Position the throttle stick and the throttle trim at their lowest positions.
  • Page 17: Mounting The Cowl

    SUPER CUB Instruction Manual INSTALLING THE pilot 2 x 12mm TP Screw Door 3 x 10mm TP Screw 3x10mm Door Velcro Plate of plywood Open and close Apply instant glue (CA glue, super glue). 2x12mm MOUNTING THE COWL 4. While holding the cowl firmly in position, drill four 1,6mm pilot holes through both the cowl 1.
  • Page 18: Installing The Receiver And Battery

    SUPER CUB Instruction Manual INSTALLING THE RECEIVER AND BATTERY Receiver Tape Foam Pad Tape 1. Plug the servo leads and the switch lead into the Foam Pad receiver. You may want to plug an aileron Battery extension into the receiver to make plugging in the aileron servo lead easier when you are installing the wing.
  • Page 19 SUPER CUB Instruction Manual 4 x 20mm Cap Screw 4x20mm 4mm Washer 4mm Spring Washer White glue Must be purchased separately! Follow instruction manual of Motor and ESC. Velcro Battery Cord Battery Electric Speed Controller < Check the motor rotation > When rotating clock wise, charge the connection of 2 wires.
  • Page 20: Lateral Balance

    SUPER CUB Instruction Manual BALANCING 3. Turn the airplane upside down. Place your fingers 1. It is critical that your airplane be balanced correctly. on the masking tape and carefully lift the plane. Improper balance will cause your plane to lose 4.
  • Page 21: Flight Preparation Pre Flight Check

    SUPER CUB Instruction Manual FLIGHT PREPARATION PRE FLIGHT CHECK 1. Completely charge your transmitter and receiver batteries before your first day of flying. Aileron Control 2. Check every bolt and every glue joint in your plane to ensure that everything is tight and well bonded.
  • Page 22 SUPER CUB Instruction Manual FOR YOUR RADIO INSTALLATION BASIC CONNECTION FOR AIRPLANE AND ADJUSTMENT OF SERVOS Example of connection For more information, refer to radio system instruction manual. Follow instruction manual of Engine and Battery. Switch Flap Flap Servo Battery (Receiver) Flap Flap Servo Receiver...
  • Page 23: Exploded View

    EXPLODED VIEW 3x20mm 3x20mm 3x25mm 3x15mm 4x15mm 3x25mm 3x30mm 2x10mm(TP) 3x12mm 2x10mm(TP) 3x15mm 4x10mm 3x25mm 2x10mm 4x4mm 3x25mm 2x10mm(TP) 4x20mm 2x10mm(TP) 3x10mm(TP) 4x70mm 4x30mm 4x30mm 4x30mm...
  • Page 24 I/C FLIGHT GUIDELINES Operate the control sticks on the When ready to fly, first extend the transmitter and check that the control transmitter aerial. surfaces move freely and in the ALWAYS land the model INTO the CORRECT directions. wind, this ensures that the model lands at the slowest possible speed.

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