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SPITFIRE
Requires:
Wing Span
Wing Area
Flying Weight
Fuselage Length
Warning! This model is not a toy.
It is designed for maximum performance. Please seek advice if one is not familiar with this kind
of engine powered precision model. Operating this model without prior preparation may cause
injuries. Remember, safety is the most important thing. Always keep this instruction manual at
hand for quick reference.
The World Models
Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
www.theworldmodels.com
A339PO30731501
5-channel radio w/ 5 standard servos,
2-stroke 0.40-0.46 engine
Specifications
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.*
40
56 in / 1420 mm
552 sq in / 35.6 sq dm
5.7 Ibs / 2600 g
47.5 in / 1210 mm
ALMOST-READY-TO-FLY(ARF)SERIES
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
( A339 )
FACTORY PRE-FABRICATED
MADE IN CHINA
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Summary of Contents for THE WORLD MODELS SPITFIRE 40
- Page 1 Operating this model without prior preparation may cause injuries. Remember, safety is the most important thing. Always keep this instruction manual at hand for quick reference. FACTORY PRE-FABRICATED The World Models ALMOST-READY-TO-FLY(ARF)SERIES Manufacturing Co., Ltd. MADE IN CHINA www.theworldmodels.com...
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Page 2: Before You Begin
SPITFIRE INDEX BEFORE YOU BEGIN PARTS LIST ASSEMBLY P.3-P.11 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS P.12 BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read through the manual before you begin, so you will have an overall idea of what to do. Check all parts. If you find any defective or missing parts contact your local dealer. Please DRY FIT and check for defects for all parts that will require CA or Epoxy for final assembly. -
Page 3: Parts List
Parts List 1. MAIN WING -- 1 pair 10. THROTTLE PUSHWIRE Ø1.2x350mm -- 1 pc. PLASTIC TUBE d2xD3x150mm -- 1 pc. 2. PUSHROD Ø1.8x100mm w/ Threads (For Aileron) -- 2 pcs SOCKET HEAD SCREW M3x25mm -- 4 pcs TRI-HORN PL4111221 -- 2 sets WASHER d3xD7mm -- 8 pcs SCREW PB2x25mm -- 4 pcs M3 NUT -- 8 pcs... - Page 4 Main Wing Electric retract wire Bottom View Apply instant type CA glue to both sides of each hinge. Aileron Pushrod & Retractable Landing Gear 4.8V - 6.0V operation only, higher voltage PB2x25mm Screw will burn out the retract motor. PB2x22mm Screw PWA2x8mm PWA2x8mm n...
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Page 5: Stabilizer & Elevator
Stabilizer & Elevator Apply instant type CA glue to both sides of each hinge. Vertical Fin & Rudder B=B' Remove coverings for all surfaces in contact before applying A/B epoxy glue. Apply instant type CA glue to both sides of each hinge. A339PO30731501... -
Page 6: Elevator Pushrod
Elevator Pushrod PB2x12mm Screw PB2x12mm Fuel Tube D6x5mm Tri-horn M3 x 14mm Pushrod Ø1.8x570mm Clevis Ø1mm pilot holes for World Models horn are pre-drilled. Please look for pin-hole marks at under side of control surfaces. Rudder Pushrod PB2x12mm Screw Fuel Tube Tri-horn D6x5mm M3 x 14mm... -
Page 7: Engine Mount
Fuel Tank Fuel Tank 450CC Cable Tie 1.5x5x400mm Double-sided Tape 40x120mm Engine Mount M4x30mm Socket Head Screw d4xD9mm Washer Engine Mount PL5111050 d4xD9mm M4x30mm Blind nuts are off-centered to keep the spinner at the fuselage axis. Apply thread locker to screws A339PO30731501... - Page 8 Engine M3x25mm Socket Head Screw d3xD7mm Washer Nu t Plastic Tube Illustration is for inverted d2xD3x150mm mounting. You can mount M3x25mm the engine upright or side ways simply by rotation d3xD7 Washer Throttle Pushwire the engine mount. Thrust M3 Nut Ø1.2x350mm angles will not be affected.
- Page 9 Servo Set 3x3mm Set Screw Linkage Connector 3x3mm Set Screw Throttle Pushwire Washer Washer Washer 1.5mm Throttle Servo M2 Nut Please refer to the attached sheet for linkage connector installation. Servos Setting Install and arrange the servo as shown in the diagram. J1(Pushrod Ø1.8x85mm) Plywood 6x42x87.5mm Fuel Tube...
- Page 10 Main wing HM4x35mm Button Head Screw HM4x60mm Button Head Screw d4.2xD14.5mm Washer HM4x60mm HM4x35mm d4.2xD14.5 Washer d4.2xD14.5 Washer Canopy & Pilot Pilot PWA2.3x8mm Screw Double-side Tape d1.5xD6.5mm Silicon Grommet Canopy PWA2.3x8mm Fuselage Silicon Grommets A339PO30731501...
- Page 11 Wing Setting & Decals A=A` B=B` A339PO30731501 P.10...
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Page 12: Control Throws
Control Throws Adjust the control throws as shown in the diagram. These throws are good for general flying. You can adjust according to your personal preference. Elevator 15mm 15mm Rudder 30mm 30mm Ailerons 10mm 10mm C.G. The ideal C.G. position is 90mm (3.5 in.) behind the leading edge measured at where the wing meets the fuselage. - Page 13 Warning! I m portant S afety P recauti ons F irst tim e flyer sh o u ld n ever fly b y h im self / h erself. Assistan ce fro m exp erien ced flyer is ab so lu tely n ecessary. Pre - flig h t ad ju stm en t m u st b e d o n e b efo re flyin g , it is very d an g ero u s to fly a b ad ly p re - ad ju sted aircraft.
- Page 14 LINKAGE CONNECTOR HW7111050 & HW7111060 Drill 2mm hole at servo horn. Insert linkage connector into servo horn. Make sure shoulder of screw is cleared from servo horn. Add washer to reduce play if necessary. Shoulder Tighten up the round nut against the shoulder.
- Page 15 Usage of the transparent 3D template This transparent 3D template is used for position guidance of the actual cutting of the pre-painted cowling. Simply cut the transparent 3D template to fit your engine and exhaust pipe, then slide onto the actual cowling and use as template to mark the openings required for final cutting.
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