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Electric-Powered Full-House Park Flyer
Brought to You By:
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FINAL ASSEMBLY
Specifications:
The Wattage Odyssey EP ARF is distributed
exclusively by Global Hobby Distributors
Wing Span: 33 Inches
18480 Bandilier Circle, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Wing Area: 165 Square Inches
Length: 27 Inches
Weight RTF: 12 Ounces
Wing Loading: 10.5 Ounces Per Square Foot
Functions: Ailerons, Elevator, Rudder & Throttle
All contents copyright © 2003, Global Hobby
Power: 180 Motor w/Gear Box & Propeller
Distributors Version V1.0 March 2003
Radio Required: 4Ch or More Micro w/3 Micro Servos
Kit Product Number 128395
ESC Required: 5 Amp Micro
Battery Required: 7 - 8 Cell 300Mah 2/3AAA NiMH
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Page 1: Specifications
Electric-Powered Full-House Park Flyer Brought to You By: INSTRUCTIONS FOR FINAL ASSEMBLY Specifications: The Wattage Odyssey EP ARF is distributed exclusively by Global Hobby Distributors Wing Span: 33 Inches 18480 Bandilier Circle, Fountain Valley, CA 92708 Wing Area: 165 Square Inches... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Section 7: Airframe Assembly ..........8 Section 8: Control Systems Installation ........ 10 Section 9: Final Assembly ............. 15 Section 10: Balancing the Odyssey EP ARF ......17 Section 11: Control Throws & Flight Setup ......18 Section 12: Preflight Check & Safety ........19 Section 13: Flying the Odyssey EP ARF ...... -
Page 3: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the new Wattage Odyssey EP ARF. Before completing the final assembly of your new airplane, please carefully read through this instruction manual in its entirety. Doing so will ensure your success the first time around! -
Page 4: Section 1: Our Recommendations
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE PREINSTALLED POWER SYSTEM The Odyssey EP ARF includes a 180 size motor, gear box and propeller that, when used with a 7 or 8 cell flight battery, results in a continuous amp draw of under 5 amps. Using a larger propeller and/or more cells will result in an amp draw of over 5 amps, which could reduce the reliability and longevity of the power system. -
Page 5: Section 2: Tools And Supplies Required
FM Hitec crystal. SECTION 2: TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED The tools and supplies listed below will be necessary to finish the assembly of your Odyssey EP ARF. We suggest having these items on hand before beginning assembly. Assorted Drill Bits... -
Page 6: Section 3: Kit Contents
SECTION 4: REPLACEMENT PARTS Wattage stocks a complete line of replacement parts for your Odyssey EP ARF. Listed below are the replacement parts that are available along with their respective part numbers for easy ordering convenience. We suggest ordering directly from your local dealer. -
Page 7: Section 5: A Note About Covering
SECTION 6: CHECKING THE WING FOR WARPS The Odyssey EP ARF's wing is built extremely light. This is one reason the airplane flies so well. Because the wing is built so light, though, it is susceptible to warping when the covering is applied and shrunk tightly around its surface. The factory checks every wing for warps before they put them in the box, so it's unusual to receive a wing that's warped, but it's still a good idea to double-check yours. -
Page 8: Section 7: Airframe Assembly
SECTION 7: AIRFRAME ASSEMBLY YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING PARTS FROM THE KIT: (1) Fuselage w/Power System & Canopy (1) Horizontal Stabilizer w/Elevator (2) M3 x 12 Wood Screws (1) Right Wing Panel w/Aileron (1) Left Wing Panel w/Aileron (1) Main Gear Wire w/Wheels YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING TOOLS AND SUPPLIES: Kwik Bond 5 Minute Epoxy Paper Towels... - Page 9 Apply a strip of masking tape to the top and bottom edges of the root rib on each wing panel. The masking tape will prevent excess epoxy from getting onto the wing panels when you join them. This will make cleaning up any excess epoxy a lot easier.
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Page 10: Section 8: Control Systems Installation
SECTION 8: CONTROL SYSTEMS INSTALLATION YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING PARTS FROM THE KIT: (1) Plywood Aileron Servo Tray (2) Nylon Control Horns (2) 18" Pushrod Wires (2) Nylon Adjustable Control Horns (2) 4" Pushrod Wires (4) Nylon Pushrod Snap-Links YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING TOOLS AND SUPPLIES: Kwik Bond 5 Minute Epoxy 5/64"... - Page 11 Insert the L-Bend into the middle hole in one nylon control horn, so that the longer portion of the pushrod wire is toward the left side of the control horn, as shown. Hook the snap-link over the end of the wire to secure it to the control horn.
- Page 12 Place a small "4-point" servo horn onto the elevator servo, making sure that the servo horn is centered and points toward the fuselage side. You might have to cut off the excess arms from the servo horn so that they don't interfere with the other servo. With both the servo horn and the elevator centered, use a pencil to draw a mark on the pushrod wire where it crosses the second hole out from the center of the servo horn.
- Page 13 Install the control horn to the left side of the rudder, making sure that the pushrod attachment holes are positioned over the rudder hinge line and that the control horn is lined up with the pushrod wire. The centerline of the control horn should be approximately 3/8"...
- Page 14 Without aileron differential, this adverse yaw can result in an airplane that is difficult to control and/or does not turn properly. We can counteract this tendency with aileron differential. The following procedures will detail how to set up your Odyssey EP ARF with the correct amount of aileron differential. Using a modeling knife, cut away and remove the two lower arms from a "4-point"...
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Page 15: Section 9: Final Assembly
Place the servo horn onto your servo, making sure it's centered and that the arms face toward the leading edge. Make a Z-Bend in each pushrod wire where they cross the second hole out from the center of each servo arm. Cut away the excess wire and install the servo horn to the pushrods and attach the servo horn to the servo, securing it into place using the retaining screw provided with your servo... - Page 16 Step 2: Installing the Receiver Plug the elevator, rudder and ESC leads into their proper slots in your receiver. Mount the receiver to the fuselage floor, directly behind the battery mounting plate, using a piece of double-sided foam tape (not included). Drill a 5/64"...
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Page 17: Section 10: Balancing The Odyssey Ep Arf
C/G back until you are comfortable with the flight characteristics of the airplane. Balance the Odyssey EP ARF with the flight battery installed. Measure and place two small pieces of masking tape on the bottom of the wing, 1-11/16" back from the leading edge, measured at the fuselage sides. -
Page 18: Section 11: Control Throws & Flight Setup
SECTION 11: CONTROL THROWS & FLIGHT SETUP We recommend setting up the Odyssey EP ARF using the control throws listed below. These control throws are suggested for the best overall flight performance. They are also ideal for test-flying the airplane because they will allow the airplane to fly smoother and make it easier to control. -
Page 19: Section 12: Preflight Check & Safety
SECTION 12: PREFLIGHT CHECK & SAFETY Check the operation of the throttle. To do this, do the following: A) Plug the flight battery into the ESC and turn on the radio system. WARNING Do not turn the receiver on unless the transmitter is turned on first. Always turn the transmitter on first. Never allow hands or clothing to get in the way of the propeller when the radio is turned on. -
Page 20: Section 13: Flying The Odyssey Ep Arf
SECTION 13: FLYING THE ODYSSEY EP ARF The Odyssey EP ARF can take off from the ground or be hand-launched. We recommend ground take-offs only from hard, smooth surfaces. Since the wheels are small and lightweight, the airplane won't roll through any but the shortest grass. - Page 21 Hinges: Usually made out of plastic or nylon, the hinges connect the control surfaces to the stabilizers or wing. They pivot, allowing the control surface to move. Some lightweight airplanes like the Odyssey EP ARF use clear vinyl tape for the hinges.
- Page 22 Need help or have any questions? Call us at 1-714-963-0329 or send us an email to service@globalhobby.net...
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Page 23: Product Evaluation Sheet
Global Hobby Distributors will not disclose the information it collects to outside parties. Global Hobby Distributors does not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to others. Your privacy is important to us. Kit: Wattage Odyssey EP ARF # 128395 Was any of the assembly difficult for you? If yes, please explain. - Page 24 _____________________________ _____________________________ Post Office will not deliver _____________________________ without proper postage (Return Address Here) Global Hobby Distributors Attn: Global Services 18480 Bandilier Circle Fountain Valley CA 92728-8610 Fold along dotted line Need help or have any questions? Call us at 1-714-963-0329 or send us an email to service@globalhobby.net...
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