Table Of Contents - Model Tech SUKHOI 40 Instructions Manual

Kit Contents...................................................2
Additional Items Required................................3
Tools and Supplied Needed..............................3
Field Support Equipment Needed......................3
Metric Conversion Chart.................................3
Wing Assembly...............................................4
Install the Dihedral Brace..........................4
Joining the Wing Halves............................5
Wing Mounting...............................................5
Align the Wing..........................................5
Installing the Blind Nuts.............................6
Installing the Wing Bolt Doubler.................6
Installing the Wing.....................................6
Belly Pan Installation.......................................6
Installing the Mounting Blocks....................6
Installing the Triangle Supports...................7
Aligning the Belly Pan...............................7
Installing the Belly Pan..............................8
Horizontal Stabilizer Mounting..........................8
Align the Horizontal Stabilizer.....................8
Mounting the Horizontal Stabilizer...............9
Vertical Stabilizer Mounting..............................9
Align the Vertical Stabilizer........................9
Mounting the Vertical Stabilizer.................10
Control Surface Installation............................10
Hinge the Ailerons...................................10
Hinge the Elevator Halves.......................10
Hinge the Rudder....................................10
Tail Wheel Installation....................................11
Tail Wheel Bracket Assembly...................11
Installing the Tail Wheel...........................11
Mounting the Tail Wheel Bracket.............12
Main Landing Gear........................................12
Installing the Gear Bracket.......................12
Installing the Gear Cover..........................13
Installing the Main Gear Wheels...............13
Engine Mounting...........................................14
Mounting Engine to Motor Mount.............14
Aligning the Motor Mount........................14
Mounting the Engine to Firewall...............15
Modeltech guarantees this kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanship, at the date of purchase. This
does not cover any components parts damaged by use, misuse or modification. In no case shall Modeltech's liability
exceed the original cost of the purchased kit.
In that Modeltech has no control over the final assembly or material used for final assembly, no liability shall be assumed
for any damage resulting from the use by the user of the final user-assembled product. By the act of using the final user-
assembled product, the user accepts all resulting liability.
To make your modeling experience totally enjoyable, we recommend that you get experienced, knowledgable help
with assembly and during your first flights. Your local hobby shop has information about flying clubs in your area
whose membership includes qualified instructors. You can also contact the AMA at the address below.
Fuel Tank......................................................15
Throttle Linkage............................................16
Servo Installation...........................................16
Throttle Connector.........................................18
Rudder Pushrod............................................18
Elevator Pushrod...........................................20
Aileron Linkage............................................22
Cowl Installation...........................................23
Canopy Installation........................................24
Decal Application.........................................25
Final Assembly.............................................25
Balance.......................................................26
Control Throws.............................................26
Flight Preparation..........................................27
Flying...........................................................28
Notes...........................................................28
Trim Chart....................................................29
Product Evaluation........................................30
Academy of Model Aeronautics
5151 East Memorial Drive
Muncie, IN. 47302-9252
(800) 435-9262
www.modelaircraft.org
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Fuel Tank Assembly................................15
Fuel Tank Installation...............................16
Installing the Throttle Linkage..................16
Installing the Fuselage Servos...................16
Installing the Servo Tray...........................17
Installing the Aileron Servo......................17
Installing the Throttle Connector...............18
Installing the Rudder Control Horn............18
Rudder Pushrod Assembly.......................19
Rudder Pushrod Installation......................19
Installing the Elevator Control Horns........20
Elevator Pushrod Assembly......................21
Elevator Pushrod Installation....................21
Installing the Aileron Linkage...................22
Installing the Cowl Vents.........................23
Installing the Cowl...................................23
Installing the Instrument Panels................24
Installing the Canopy................................25
Applying the Decals................................25
Installing the Receiver and Battery...........25
Installing the Switch................................26
Lateral Balance......................................26
Preflight Check.......................................27