Control Throws; Flight Preparations - Hangar 9 Taylorcraft 20cc ARF Assembly Manual

Control Throws

Step 1
Turn on the transmitter and receiver of your model.
Check the movement of the rudder using the
transmitter. When the stick is moved right, the rudder
should also move right. Reverse the direction of the
servo at the transmitter if necessary.
Step 2
Check the movement of the elevator with the radio
system. Moving the elevator stick toward the bottom
of the transmitter will make the airplane elevator move
up.
Step 3
Check the movement of the ailerons with the radio
system. Moving the aileron stick right will make the
right aileron move up and the left aileron move down.
Step 4
Use a ruler to adjust the throw of the elevator, ailerons
and rudder.
Hangar 9 Taylorcraft 20cc Assembly Manual
Aileron High Rate
Up 1 1/2-inch (38mm)
Down 15/16-inch (24mm)
Aileron Low Rate
Up 1-inch (25mm)
Down 9/16-inch (14mm)
Elevator High Rate
Up 2-inch (51mm)
Down 2-inch (51mm)
Elevator Low Rate
Up 1 1/8-inch (29mm)
Down 1 1/8-inch (29mm)
Rudder High Rate
Left 3 1/4-inch (83mm)
Right 3 1/4-inch (83mm)
Rudder Low Rate
Left 1 7/8-inch (48mm)
Right 1 7/8-inch (48mm)
Note: Measurements are taken at the inner or
widest point on the control surface.
These are general guidelines measured from our own
flight tests. You can experiment with higher rates to
match your preferred style of flying.
Note: Travel Adjust, Sub Trim and Dual Rates are
not listed and should be adjusted according to
each individual model and preference.

Flight Preparations

Flight preparations should be performed each time
you travel to the flying field. Because your model will
encounter a variety of situations, it is best to keep an
eye on the various components of your model to keep
it in the best flying condition.
Checking the Frequency
When using a Spektrum radio system, follow the
guidelines for use of DSM radio systems at your
particular field.
Checking the Controls
Before starting your engine, check to make sure the
controls are operating in the correct directions and the
linkages and surfaces are not binding anywhere. Also
look at the clevises and clevis retainers to make sure
they are secure and will not come loose or fail in flight.
Fueling your Model
Fill the fuel tank with the proper fuel. Fill the tank by
connecting the fuel pump to the line going to the
needle valve or to the fuel dot on the side of the
cowling. Disconnect the fuel line attached to the
pressure fitting of the muffler; your tank is full when
fuel begins to run out of the pressure or vent line.
Reconnect the fuel lines to the needle valve assembly
or insert the plug into the fuel dot and connect the line
to the muffler.
Note: It is very important to reconnect the lines to
the correct place. If they are reconnected
incorrectly, the engine will not run properly.
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