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Sapac F-16 Operation And Assembly Instructions

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OPERATION AND ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
The SAPAC F-16 is supplied as a
Receiver Ready
version.
The package includes the Ducted Fan & Brushless Motor. The
servos are pre-installed for you along with the ESC ( Speed
Controller ) The matching LiPo Battery and 12 Volt DC. Balance
Charger is also included.
This model requires a minimum of a 4 Channel radio system
with "Elevon" Mixing..
These models are simple to assemble, factory painted in injection Moulded Foam
and are great fun to fly, with real "Jet like" qualities.
This model is not a toy.
Please read carefully and follow instructions to ensure correct assembly of this
model aircraft.
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  • Page 1 SCALE RADIO CONTROLLED ELECTRIC POWERED OPERATION AND ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS The SAPAC F-16 is supplied as a Receiver Ready version. The package includes the Ducted Fan & Brushless Motor. The servos are pre-installed for you along with the ESC ( Speed Controller ) The matching LiPo Battery and 12 Volt DC.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    2200mah 15C Li-Po battery gives it great power and long battery life. Assembly is simple, and with stable and reliable flight characteristics it is the perfect model for pilots of intermediate experience. The F-16 can be transported in one piece so you can get in to the air FAST when you arrive at you favourite flying location.

  • Page 3: Warranty

    Please Read Carefully Before Commencing This model is not a toy. It is a highly detailed functional scale model. We hope that this product will bring you hours of enjoyment and entertainment. Due to the sophisticated technical nature of this product, it is important that you carefully review all of the following warnings, cautions, and warranty terms.

  • Page 4: Kit Contents

    CONTENTS – Receiver Ready Version. (The ARF version includes the Fan and Motor, but does not have the servos installed, ESC controller, Battery or Charger) KIT CONTENTS SAFETY PROCEDURES BEFORE FLIGHT Before each flight check your transmitter and flight pack battery for proper charge levels to make sure you attain maximum flight time and safety.

  • Page 5: Assembling The Aircraft

    controlled manner and could result in a crash and damage to the plane! The battery may also be damaged if it is over discharged. You can only become a good pilot if you realise that it is most important to operate your aircraft in a secure and responsible manner.

  • Page 6: Installing The Steerable Nose Wheel And Landing Gear

    INSTALLING THE STEERABLE NOSE WHEEL AND LANDING GEAR Apply glue to landing gear mount plates. Fit to underside of wing around 130mm back from the leading edge of the wing. Place in position with slot in bracket to front of plane. Refer to above photo. Press the main undercarriage leg in to brackets on main wings to complete.

  • Page 7: Install The Canopy

    Drill hole through the two ply wood washers to allow elevator rod to go in. Slide elevator in to fuselage. Glue plywood washer on to the elevator rod on the inside of the fuselage. This will prevent the elevator coming out in flight. Refer to photo above. Fit supplied linkage from servo to elevator.

  • Page 8: Center Of Gravity Placement

    The canopy is held in place by a rubber band all ready fitted in the fuselage. Connect rubber band to white hook on canopy. To fit canopy slide the front in first then the rubber band holds the back in place. Refer to photo. TIP- Although the undercarriage works well off short grass and pavement surfaces.

  • Page 9: Setting Up The Transmitter

    SETTING UP THE TRANSMITTER CONTROL SURFACE DIRECTION The F-16 fly’s on a delta mixing system refer to you radio manual on how to set up you control surfaces. LEVEL FLIGHT UP ELEVATOR DOWN ELEVATOR LEFT AILERON RIGHT AILERON RANGE CHECKING BEFORE FLIGHT Before your first flight, it is a very good idea to check whether you will have the maximum range possible.

  • Page 10: Getting Ready To Fly

    Then plug into the Purple charger for charging. It is highly recommended to use a fireproof dish or bowl to contain the battery while charging - see photo – this is a safety precaution in case of a fire. Always Charge the battery outside if possible and never leave unattended.

  • Page 11: Tips From The Pro's

    This is a great hobby for all ages and abilities, so ENJOY !! Now, if the day has arrived when there is practically no breeze and you have found an area about the same size as a football oval with a smooth surface, place the model on the ground, facing directly into that slight breeze and have your helper hold it.

  • Page 12: Wing Loading

    Other Models in the SAPAC range Typhoon – EP Ducted Fan Wingspan 29.92in – 818 mm Fuselage length 39.37in – 1076 mm Wing loading 157oz sq.dm - 32.8 gm.dm Wing area 1.937 sq.Ft. Flying weight 2.277lbs- 1.032 kg Servos 3 x 0.8g servos...

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