4-5 servos required 95 oz to 160 oz (6-10kg/cm) Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing the new Goldwing RC giant scale aerobatic aircraft. This manual covers the EDGE540 30-35CC aircraft. Goldwing RC proudly presents 76in EDGE 30-35CC , Extreme Series, which is a premium product line of electric &...
GoldWing RC guarantees this product to be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of purchase. This does not cover any parts damaged by use, misuse or modification. In no case shall liability exceed the original cost of this kit. Because Goldwing RC has no control over the final assembly or equipment/components used in the final assembly, no liability shall be assumed for any damage resulting from the use of this model by the user.
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Removable stab & rudder Extra strength carbon fiber control horns...
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One piece air foiled carbon fiber landing gear KUZA V2 version Carbon fiber tail wheel assembly with CNC machined metal parts, including the aluminium tail wheel hub. Including high quality Velcro Straps...
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Including KUZA Socket Head Servo Screws Including KUZA 410ml Gas Tank V2 Version for 35CC version...
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Including KUZA CNC Aluminum Fuel Dot & Fuel Vent Line Plug for gas engine power Aluminium Backplate Hollowed-out Electric Spinner included for electric power(Excellent cooling effect for brushless motor)
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Including POM & ALU motor washers for electric power Items required to complete this model: 26-38 cc gas engine with stock or aftermarket Switches with charging jacks for the Rx exhaust system Rx batteries of significant capacity to power ...
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may vary. Blue thread-lock or equivalent Note: As with all kits, it’s a good idea to read all the instructions and study the parts before you begin construction. Handle the parts of this kit with care so you do not damage any of the structure or covering. Inspect all the parts for any shipping damage and report any issues to as soon as you can.
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Sand the area of the horn that will be glued to help adhesion. KUZA 3” Aluminium Backplate Hollowed-out Electric Spinner for 120E version KUZA new 410cc fuel Tank Assembly for 30CC engine (including Aluminum fuel cap)
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KUZA CNC Aluminum Fuel Dot & Fuel Vent Line Plug for gas engine power Adjustable pushrods kits: Two 2.5x60mm Pushrods for aileron. Two 2.5x110mm Pushrods for elevator.One 2.5x110mm for rudder(Pull-push style) Ball link assembly : 8 for ailerons & elevator & rudder.
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Servo lead safety clips:5 pcs Main wheels:2pcs (GW version are Alu wheels,and ARF version are nylon wheels) New axle kits...
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Carbon fibre tail wheel assembly : GW version is U stents with CNC machined,and ARF version is common Carbon fibre tail wheel assembly. GW version ARF version Side force generators (mounted with four M3X18 hand bolts or 3x16mm ) ...
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Bolts & washers for cowl: 4(3x14mm) Hexagon bolts and 2(10mm) PTFE washers and 2 wsahers 20 POM & ALU washers for 120E motor Gas engine washers for 30CC version: 12(20mm) POM washers...
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KUZA Socket Head Servo Screws KUZA high quality Velcro Straps...
RUDDER ASSEMBLY NOTE: There are pictures of different planes in this manual, however, this plane’s rudder is assembled the same way. 1.It is much easier to install the twin control horns before installing the rudder. Locate the carbon fiber rudder control horns, ball links, and associated bolts and nylon-insert lock nuts. Use some fine sandpaper to roughen up the center areas of the two control horns so that the glue adheres better.
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4. The EDGE can use either closed loop or a rear push pull servo for the rudder. We recommend that you balance the model assembled before choosing your servo placement. 5. The SLICK is supplied with a high quality set of pull-pull cables and ball-links. 6.
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8. The EDGE has the closed loop pre-installed and crimped at the rudder end. These can be connected with the M2.5 bolts and nut. The wire will be left looped inside the fuselage and will need to be connected to the servo arm.
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10. Check the operation of the rudder using your radio and make sure there is no binding and the cables are adjusted properly. You may have to tighten the cables after a few flights as they may stretch slightly from the initial installation.
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Use 2.5X110mm push rod between the servo and the rudder horn. We recommend using KUZA 1.5” aluminium CNC servo arm (sold separately) for rudder control.
LANDING GEAR ASSEMBLY NOTE: There are pictures of different planes in this manual, however, this plane’s landing gear is assembled the same way. 1. Locate the supplied main and tail wheel landing gear parts and sort them out on your workbench. 2.
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3. Bolt the main gear to the bottom of the fuselage using the supplied screws and stainless steel Self-locking nuts. Place the bolts in through the can tunnel opening with appropriate size spanner. Remember the gear will rake forward. Adjust the position of the landing gear fairings, the secure with glue (shoe goo type).
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5.Loosen out the inner nut, then apply thread lock to the axle. Tighten the nut back in place, allow the thread locker to dry.
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6. Install the main wheel axles to the composite landing gear and tighten the nylon-insert lock nut. Install one wheel collar onto the axle. Use a second wheel collar as a guide to leave a gap on the inboard of the axle. Use a small drop of thread-lock and tighten in place.
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GW version Tail wheel kit Installation 1. GW version tail wheel kit is almost pre-assembled in factory, for safety, please remove all screws and then re-assemble with thread locker. 2. Line up the caron fiber assembly onto the body of the aircrtaft and use the holes as a drill guide. Use a 2mm drill bit as a pilot hole, then apply thin CA to harden the wood.
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3. Drill a 7mm hole on the bottom of rudder, 85-95mm away for the hinge line. Fill the hole and ball link with 30 minute epoxy. 4. The following is a picture of correctly installed tail wheel assembly. ARF version Tail wheel kit Installation...
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1. Begin the tail wheel assembly by installing the hollow hex bolt and lock nut into the large hole at the rear of the tail wheel bracket. 2.Slide 3 wheel collars and the wheel onto the pre-bent tail wheel wire and tighten in place with thread lock as shown below.
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3.Install steering rod, again, the use of thread-lock on any metal to metal screw is advised. 4.Line up the caron fiber assembly onto the body of the aircrtaft and use the holes as a drill guide. Use a 2mm drill bit as a pilot hole, then apply thin CA to harden the wood. Use the three self tapping screws and secure the assembly into place.
WINGS ASSEMBLY NOTE: There are pictures of different planes in this manual, however, this plane’s wings is assembled the same way. 1. Aileron push rod linkage set. 2. Glue the hinge for the elevator.
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Locate the slots for the aileron control horn and remove the covering with a sharp knife. Place the horns into position and the cover over the top to work out the area needing to be removed. 3.Rough the area of the horn that will be glued in place. 4.Using 30 minute epoxy glue the horn and plate into the aileron.
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5.Screw holes for servo mounting are pre-drilled by laser in factory, install servo with 4 self threading screws.Fit a metal servo arm centering with your radio. 6.Locate the included aluminum long servo arm, enlarge control holes with 2.5mm drill bit 7.Using the pushrods connect the servo arm to the horn.
Use M2.5 screws and nuts to connect the pushrod. Set it so the aileron it level when the arm is at 90 degrees. REPEAT FOR THE OTHER SIDE 8. We recommend using KUZA 1.5” aluminium CNC servo arm (sold separately) for wing control. ELEVATOR ASSEMBLY NOTE: There are pictures of different planes in this manual, however, this plane’s elevator is assembled the same way.
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2. Find the slots for the control arms in the elevators and remove the covering where the horns are inserted and the area for the plate. 3. Sand the area on the horn that will be glued inside the elevator. 4.
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REPEAT FOR THE OTHER SIDE 5. Glue the hinge for the elevator. 6. Place long arms onto the servo’s you are planning to use for the elevators.
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7. Fit the pushrod in place remembering one end is reverse threaded. Set it so the arm is centered and the elevator is flat. Choose the holes depending on how much deflection you require. 8. There is an option to use one servo or two servos for the elevator. If using one servo, the 2 parts of the elevator need to be connected by the fiberglass block with glue as shown below.
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9. We recommend using KUZA 1.5” aluminium CNC servo arm (sold separately) for elevator control. For 30CC version,Engine, Exhaust, & Fuel System Installation Engine Installation NOTE: There are pictures of different planes in this manual, however, this plane’s engine is assembled the same way.
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2. Fit the Cowl and measure the distance from the engine bulkhead to the front of the cowl, add approx 2- 3mm for the back plate and this is the length that your engine should be set. Using the correct length stand offs, mount your engine securely using bolts, washers, and locknuts.
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4. Assemble the throttle servo mount using the supplied laser cut parts or there is a servo cutout in the bottom of the engine box for 28cc-38cc engines. Mount your throttle servo and complete your linkage setup. A hole will need to be drilled on the firewall to allow the pushrod to connect to the throttle arm on the carb. 6.
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Installation of KUZA Fuel Dot and Fuel Vent Line Plug (Included) 1. All Goldwing gas airplanes are made ready for KUZA fuel dot and vent line plug. Available in three colors: black, red and blue. 2. Installation of KUZA CNC Aluminum Fuel Dot Sites for KUZA fuel dot installation are pre-cut on both sides of the fuselage, you may install it on either side.
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Secure the housing of fuel dot with supplied 2.5 mm self-tapping screws, then plug and install the fuel line to complete the setup of fuel dot. 3. Installation of KUZA CNC Aluminum Fuel Vent Line Plug...
Similarly, two sites for vent line plug installation are available at the bottom of the fuselage. Secure KUZA vent line plug with four 2.5 mm self-tapping screws as shown below. Motor Installation 1. This EDGE can also be flown with a brushless motor set-up. If you are using brushless motor, there is an adjustable motor mount in the package.
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3.First install the motor mount on the firewall. Then install the motor. 4. Find the washers for motor installation in the 120E version hardware package.There are 8 POM washers,and 16 ALU washers. 5.Blind nuts are pre-installed behind the firewall. Since the position of cowl is fixed and length of motors varies, you may need to use provided washers to position you motor properly.
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6. Fix the battery with both Velcro and straps.
COWLING INSTALLATION NOTE: There are pictures of different planes in this manual, however, this plane’s cowling is assembled the same way. 1. The cowl is secured with four 3 X 14mm bolts and washers.Apply nutlock onto the bolts as the vibration from the gas engine will shake them come loose.
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FINAL RADIO SYSTEM INSTALLATION Whether you use 72 MHz systems or the newer 2.4 GHz systems, correct radio installation and care is vital to the safe and reliable operation of your aircraft. Follow the manufacturer’s instruction for installation guidance of receivers and batteries paying attention to factors such as vibration isolation, adequate cooling, and clearances.
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To perform properly without being too pitch sensitive, you must not go too aft on the CG. GoldWing RC recommends an initial CG setting of 102-121mm(4-4.8 inches) behind the leading edge of the wing at the root. More experienced pilots may want to set the CG further aft for more 3D capability.
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Then install pull-pull ball links on control horns. 3.Installation of stab Also the stab is removable for convenience in transportation, Attach elevators with 3x12mm Hex-head bolts and 10mm PTFE washers. Check these after every flight.
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4. Install the wings onto the fuselage being careful to align the wing tube with the wings and not force it. The wing tube may be initially tight but will loosen after some with use. Guide your servo wires into the fuselage openings and connect to the correct aileron channels.
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6. Fill your fuel tank making sure your vent line is not plugged or capped. With the canopy off, this is a good time to check for any fuel leaks. 7. Check all control surfaces for secure hinges by performed a slight tug on the control surfaces and observing if there is any give in the hinges.
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KUZA Twisted 22 AWG Servo Extensions Two to three 12”(305mm) No. KAG002522 Two to three 18”(455mm) No. KAG002523 KUZA Gas Fuel line size: 6X3.5mm 3 color to choose: red , blue, yellow No. KAG006131R or KAG0061U or KAG0061Y...
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* KUZA CNC Aluminum Fuel Dot 3 color to choose: black, blue, red No. KAG0231B or KAG0231U or KAG0231R * KUZA CNC Aluminum Fuel Vent Line Plug 3 color to choose: black, blue, red No. KAG0232B or KAG0232U or KAG0232R * KUZA Fuel line clips 10PCS No.
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* KUZA 7075-T6 Alloy Servo Arm V2 * KUZA new Wingbag for 76in EDGE Two color to choose: red/ black, blue / silver No. KAG0093...
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