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Seagull Models PILATUS B4 Assembly Manual

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MS:132
ASSEMBLY MANUAL
"Graphics and specifications may change without notice".
Specifications:
Wing span ------------------------------118.1in (300cm).
Wing area ---------------------902.1sq.in (58.2sq dm).
Weight ----------------------------5.3-5.7lbs (2.4-2.6kg).
Length -------------------------------------51.6in (131cm).
Radio-------------------------------------------- 6 channels.
Servo-----------------5 servos MN48 (30x13x30mm).
2 digitals servos (40.6x19.8x37.8mm).
Airfoil : HQ2.0/10.

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  • Page 1 (Glider) MS:132 ASSEMBLY MANUAL “Graphics and specifications may change without notice”. Specifications: Wing span ------------------------------118.1in (300cm). Wing area ---------------------902.1sq.in (58.2sq dm). Weight ----------------------------5.3-5.7lbs (2.4-2.6kg). Length -------------------------------------51.6in (131cm). Radio-------------------------------------------- 6 channels. Servo-----------------5 servos MN48 (30x13x30mm). 2 digitals servos (40.6x19.8x37.8mm). Airfoil : HQ2.0/10.

  • Page 2: Parts Listing

    Thank you for choosing the PILATUS B4 ARTF by SEAGULL MODELS COMPANY LTDFF. The PILATUS B4 was designed with the sports trainer flyer in mind. It is a High-wing aeroplane which is easy to fly and quick to assemble. The airframe is conventionally built using balsa, plywood and veneer to make it stronger than the average ARTF , yet the design allows the aeroplane to be kept light.

  • Page 3: Hinging The Ailerons

    Instruction Manual. HINGING THE AILERONS . Note: The control surfaces, including the ailerons, elevators, and rudder, are prehinged with hinges installed, but the hinges are not glued in place. It is imperative that you properly adhere the hinges in place per the Hinge.

  • Page 4: Hinging The Elevator

    Instruction Manual. PILATUS B4 HINGING THE ELEVATOR. Glue the rudder hinges in place using the same techniques used to hinge the ailerons. INSTALLING THE FUSELAGE SERVO. Because the size of servos differ, you may need to adjust the size of the precut open- ing in the mount.

  • Page 5: Elevator Servo

    Instruction Manual. Rudder servo arm. Switch. ELEVATOR SERVO. INSTALLING THE SWITCH. Install the switch into the precut hole in the side of fuselage.

  • Page 6: Aileron Servo Installation

    Instruction Manual. PILATUS B4 M2x6mm. AILERON SERVO INSTALLATION. Servos. Because the size of servos differ, you may need to adjust the size of the precut open- ing in the mount. The notch in the sides of the mount allow the servo lead to pass through.

  • Page 7: Flap Servo Installation

    Instruction Manual. C/A glue. 1) A string has been provided in the wing to pull the aileron lead through to the wing root. Remove the string from the wing at the servo FLAP SERVO INSTALLATION. location and use the tape to attach it to the servo extension lead.
  • Page 8 Instruction Manual. PILATUS B4 Center line. AILERON PUSHROD HORN INSTALLATION Pen. C/A glue.
  • Page 9 Instruction Manual. Repeat the procedure for the other aileron servo. Pen. HINGING THE AIRBRAKES. Cut. C/A glue. Metal clevis. M2 lock nut. Snap keeper. C/A glue. Servo arm. Snap keeper.
  • Page 10 Instruction Manual. PILATUS B4 M2x6mm. AIRBREAKES PUSHROD CONTROLHORN INSTALLATION. M2x6mm. Cut. C/A glue.

  • Page 11: Rudder Pushrod

    Instruction Manual. RUDDER PUSHROD. M2x12mm. M2x12mm. Pen. Cut. C/A glue.

  • Page 12: Elevator Control Horn Installation

    Instruction Manual. PILATUS B4 C/A glue. ELEVATOR CONTROL HORN INSTALLATION. M2x12mm. Pen. Center line. M3x30mm.

  • Page 13: Elevator Pushrod Installation

    Instruction Manual. M3x30mm. Pen. ELEVATOR PUSHROD INSTALLATION. Cut. Metal clevis. M2 lock nut. Snap keeper. Servo arm. Snap keeper.

  • Page 14: Servo Installation

    Instruction Manual. PILATUS B4 SERVO INSTALLATION The tow hook. M2x6mm. The above is the tow hook position. INSTALLING THE RECEIVER AND BATTERY. 1) Plug the five servo leads and the switch lead into the receiver. Plug the battery pack lead into the switch also.
  • Page 15 Instruction Manual. ATTACHMENT WING -FUSELAGE. BALANCING. 1) It is critical that your airplane be balanced correctly. Improper balance will cause your plane to lose control and crash. THE CENTER OF GRAVITY IS LOCATED 65 MM BACK FROM THE LEADING EDGE OF THE WING AT THE WING ROOT.

  • Page 16: Control Throws

    Instruction Manual. PILATUS B4 With the wing attached to the fuselage, all parts of the model installed ( ready to fly), and empty fuel tanks, hold the model at the marked balance point with the stabilizer level.. Lift the model. If the tail drops when you lift, the model is “tail heavy”...

  • Page 17: Flight Preparation

    B) Plug in your radio system per the 2) Check every bolt and every glue joint manufacture’s instructions and turn every thing in the PILATUS B4 to ensure that everything is tight and well bonded. C) Check the elevator first. Pull back on the elevator stick.

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