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Phoenix Model WACO F5C Instruction Manual

Size .91/15cc gp/ep scale 1:5 3/4 arf
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WACO F5C
WACO F5C
SIZE .91/15CC GP/EP SCALE 1:5 ¾ ARF
SPECIFICATION
- Wingspan: 1600mm (63in)
- Length: 1250mm (49.2 in)
- Flying weight: 4.6-5.1 kg
- Radio: 4 channel minimum (not included)
- Servo: 5 Hi-torque servo (not included)
- Recommended receiver battery: 4.8-6V /
800-1200mAh NiMH (not included)
- Propeller: suit with your engine
- Engine: .91 / 2-stroke glow engine or 15cc
gas engine (not included)
- Motor: brushless outrunner 2200 W,
500 KV (not included)
- Gravity CG: 120 mm (4.7 in) Back from
the leading edge of the upper wing
Instruction Manual
- Control throw Ailerons: Low: 11mm up/down,
10% expo; High: 13mm up/down, 10% expo
- Control throw Elevators: Low: 10mm up/down,
12% expo; High: 12mm up/down, 12% expo
- Control throw Rudder: Low: 40mm right/left,
15% expo; High: 55mm right/left, 15% expo
- Experience level: Intermediate
- Plane type: Scale Civilian
RECOMMENDED MOTOR AND BATTERY SET UP
- Motor: RIMFIRE .80 (not included)
- Lipo cell: 6 cells / 4000 – 5500mAh (not included)
- Esc: 60-100A (not included)
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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual version version WACO F5C WACO F5C SIZE .91/15CC GP/EP SCALE 1:5 ¾ ARF SPECIFICATION - Wingspan: 1600mm (63in) - Control throw Ailerons: Low: 11mm up/down, - Length: 1250mm (49.2 in) 10% expo; High: 13mm up/down, 10% expo - Flying weight: 4.6-5.1 kg...

  • Page 2: Safety Precaution

    This will assure proper assembly. The TEMPORARY PIN WACO F5C Size .91/15CC GP/EP SCALE 1:5 ¾ TO KEEP HINGE ARF is hand made from natural materials, every CENTERED plane is unique and minor adjustments may have to be made.

  • Page 3: Installing The Aileron Servos

    Instruction Manual WACO F5C Make certain the hinges are adequately secured with glue. If they come loose in flight accidents may result. Secure nylon hinges with instant glue, being careful not to glue the wing and airleron together. Apply instant glue (CA glue, super glue).

  • Page 4: Installing The Control Horns

    Instruction Manual WACO F5C 2x10mm 2 x 10mm TP Screw Aileron Servo extension cords. (300mm) Warning! Set all scerws securely. If they come < Bottom view > off during flight you will lose control of your aircraft! Cut away film only here.
  • Page 5 Instruction Manual WACO F5C 2 x 20mm TP Screw Neutral Aileron < Bottom view > Use this hole. Mark the spot to attach. Bend 90 Cut off excess. Aileron < Bottom view >...

  • Page 6: Installing The Main Landing Gear

    Instruction Manual WACO F5C INSTALLING THE MAIN LANDING GEAR < Main Gear (R) > < Main Gear (L) > 4.2mm Collar Washer Collar Collar Main gear Collar Washer Wheel pant Collar Assemble left and right Wheel sides the same way Apply threadlocker (screw cement).
  • Page 7 Instruction Manual WACO F5C 4 x 20mm Cap Screw 4x20mm 4mm Washer 4mm Spring Washer 5mm Washer Plastic cover Remove the covering Apply instant glue (CA glue, super glue). Apply epoxy glue Cut off shaded portion...
  • Page 8 Instruction Manual WACO F5C SECURE THE LOW WING TO THE FUSELAGE Attach the wings to the joiner tube and secure the wing panels to the fuselage. 4 x 6mm Button Screw 4 x 10mm Button Screw Before After 4x6mm 4x6mm Apply threadlocker (screw cement).
  • Page 9 Instruction Manual WACO F5C Cut off shaded portion Assemble left and right < Right Wing > sides the same way. SECURE THE HIGH WING TO THE FUSELAGE Attach the wings to the joiner tube and secure the wing panels to the fuselage.
  • Page 10 Instruction Manual WACO F5C 4x10mm 4x10mm 4x10mm 4x10mm Plate of plywood Plate of plywood 4x10mm < Left Wing > 4x10mm Plate of plywood Apply epoxy glue < Left Wing > Cut off shaded portion Assemble left and right sides the same way.
  • Page 11 Instruction Manual WACO F5C < Left Wing > < Right Wing > 4x10mm 4x10mm Plate of plywood < Left Wing > < Left Wing > Apply epoxy glue Cut off shaded portion < Left Wing > Assemble left and right...

  • Page 12: Horizontal Stabilizer Installation

    Instruction Manual WACO F5C HORIZONTAL STABILIZER INSTALLATION When you are sure that everything is aligned correctly, mix up a generous amount of 30 minute epoxy. Apply a thin layer to the top and bottom of 1. Using a modeling knife, cut away the covering from the fuselage for the stabilizer and remove it.

  • Page 13: Installing Rudder And Tail Gear

    Instruction Manual WACO F5C INSTALLING ruDDER AND TAIL GEAR 90 Degree 3 x 12mm TP Screw 3 x 4mm Set Screw 2mm Collar 3x12mm TP 3x4mm Secure nylon hinges with instant glue, being careful vertical fin and rudder. Apply threadlocker (screw cement).
  • Page 14 Instruction Manual WACO F5C 12. Using a pliers, carefully make a 90 degree bend 2 x 30mm Screw up at the mark made. Cut off excess wire, leaving about 6mm beyond the bend. 13. Insert the 90 degree bend up through the hole in the servo arm.

  • Page 15: Installing The Elevator Pushrod

    Instruction Manual WACO F5C Rudder Servo INSTALLING THE ELEVATOR PUSHROD 9. Locate one nylon servo arm, and using wire 1. Locate the pushrod exit slot on the right side cutters, remove all but one of the arms. Using a and left side of the fuselage. It is located...
  • Page 16 Instruction Manual WACO F5C approx. 13mm 2x16mm Elevator Rod Elevator Pay close attention Cut off excess. Elevator Rod 3x4mm Elevator Servo Set all screws securely. If they come off during Pay close attention here flight you will lose control of your aircraft!

  • Page 17: Installing The Engine Mount

    Instruction Manual WACO F5C INSTALLING The horizontal stab strut 3 x 10mm TP Screw 3x10mm 3x10mm INSTALLING THE ENGINE MOUNT 4 x 25mm Cap Screw 4mm Washer 4mm Spring Washer May be you also need to trim some wood from the tri-angle wood for the installation is easy.

  • Page 18: Installing The Fuel Tank

    Instruction Manual WACO F5C Engine Mount Engine Mount 4x25mm Apply threadlocker (screw cement). 4x25mm INSTALLING THE FUEL TANK 7. Using a modeling knife, cut 3 lengths of fuel line 1. The stopper has been pre-assembled at the 150mm long. Connect 2 lines to the 2 vent factory.
  • Page 19 Instruction Manual WACO F5C Fuel Tank Silicone Tube Zip tie Refer to engin’s instruction manual and set up piping. INSTALLING THE THROTTLE PUSHROD SERVO 2. Slide the pushrod housing through the hole in the firewall, through the hole in the forward bulkhead, 1.

  • Page 20: Installing The Engine

    Instruction Manual WACO F5C INSTALLING THE ENGINE 4x30mm Screw Locate the long piece of wire used for the throttle pushrod. One end of the wire has been pre-bend in to a "Z" bend at the factory. This "Z" bend should be inserted into the throttle arm of the engine when the engine is fitted onto the engine mount.

  • Page 21: Installing The Throttle

    Instruction Manual WACO F5C INSTALLING THE THROTTLE 3. Slide the adjustable metal connector / servo arm assembly over the plain end of the pushrod wire. 1. Install one adjustable metal connector through Position the throttle stick and the throttle trim at the third hole out from the center of one servo their lowest positions.

  • Page 22: Mounting The Cowl

    Instruction Manual WACO F5C MOUNTING THE COWL 5. Using a 3mm drill bit, enlarge the four holes in the cowling. 1. Remove the muffler and needle valve assembly Enlarging the holes through the cowl will prevent from the engine. Slide the fiberglass cowl over the fiberglass from splitting when the mounting the engine.

  • Page 23: Installing The Receiver And Battery

    Instruction Manual WACO F5C Washer Trim the cowling so it will match your engine Apply instant glue 3x10mm (CA glue, super glue). Assemble left and right sides the same way INSTALLING THE RECEIVER AND BATTERY INSTALLING THE SWITCH 1. Plug the servo leads and the switch lead into the 1.

  • Page 24: Installing The Electric Motor

    Instruction Manual WACO F5C INSTALLING THE ELECTRIC MOTOR 4 x 16mm Cap Screw 4mm Washer 4x16mm 4mm Spring Washer 4 x 70mm Cap Screw 4x16mm 10x50mm Aluminum 5mm Washer 10x50mm 4x70mm Velcro 4x70mm Battery White glue Electric Speed Controller Apply threadlocker (screw cement).

  • Page 25: Open And Close The Canopy

    Instruction Manual WACO F5C When rotating clock wise, change the connection of 2 wires. < Check the motor rotation > OPEN AND CLOSE THE CANOPY Epoxy, white or silicone glue Epoxy, white or silicone glue Epoxy, white or silicone glue C.A glue...

  • Page 26: Lateral Balance

    Instruction Manual WACO F5C BALANCING Open and close 1. It is critical that your airplane be balanced Top Hatch correctly. Improper balance will cause your plane to lose control and crash. THE CENTER OF GRAVITY IS LOCATED 120mm (4.7 in) BACK FROM THE LEADING EDGE OF THE UPPER WING.

  • Page 27: Control Throws

    Instruction Manual WACO F5C CONTROL THROWS 11mm 1. We highly recommend setting up a plane using 11mm the control throws listed. Aileron Control 2. The control throws should be measured at the widest point of each surface!. 10mm 3. Check to be sure the control surfaces move in 10mm the correct directions.
  • Page 28 Instruction Manual WACO F5C Main Gear Dimensional Detail 220.0 12.0 34.0 12.0 267.5 TAIL Gear Dimensional Detail 36.0 29.0 72.0 R7.5 58.0 525.0 21.0 53.0 32.5 103.2...

  • Page 29: Exploded View

    EXPLODED VIEW 3x10mm 2x16mm 3x10mm 2x16mm 3x10mm 3x10mm 4x4mm 2x10mm 2x30mm 3x12mm(TP) 10x50mm 3x4mm 4x16mm 4x70mm 4x30mm 4x25mm 4x20mm 3x10mm(TP)
  • Page 30 EXPLODED VIEW 4 x 6mm 4 x 10mm 4 x 6mm 4 x 10mm 4 x 10mm 2x20mm 4 x 10mm 4 x 10mm 2x20mm 4 x 10mm 2x10mm(TP) 4 x 6mm 4 x 6mm 4 x 6mm 4 x 6mm 2x10mm(TP)
  • Page 31 I/C FLIGHT WARNINGS Always operate in open areas, away Keep all onlookers (especially small from factories, hospitals, schools, THE PROPELLER IS DANGEROUS children and animals) well back from buildings and houses etc. NEVER fly Keep fingers, clothing (ties, shirt the area of operation. This is a flying your aircraft close to people or built sleeves, scarves) or any other loose aircraft, which will cause serious...
  • Page 32 I/C FLIGHT GUIDELINES Operate the control sticks on the When ready to fly, first extend the transmitter and check that the control transmitter aerial. surfaces move freely and in the ALWAYS land the model INTO the CORRECT directions. wind, this ensures that the model lands at the slowest possible speed.

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