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SG Models Supermarine Spitfire MK VB AB910 Assembly Manual

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A S S E M B L Y M A N U A L
Code: SEA260
" Graphics and specifications may change without notice " .

Specifications:

Wingspan---------------86.4 in (219.5 cm).
Wing area---------------1325.3 sq.in (85.5 sq.dm).
Weight-------------------17.6-18.1 lbs (8.0-8.2 kg).
Length-------------------72.0 in (183 cm).
Gasoline Engine--------50-55cc
Radio--------------------8 channels with 10 servos.
Electric conversion: Optional.
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  • Page 1: Specifications

    A S S E M B L Y M A N U A L Code: SEA260 “ Graphics and specifications may change without notice “ . Specifications: Wingspan---------------86.4 in (219.5 cm). Wing area---------------1325.3 sq.in (85.5 sq.dm). Weight-------------------17.6-18.1 lbs (8.0-8.2 kg). Length-------------------72.0 in (183 cm).

  • Page 2: Kit Contents

    Instruction Manual. INTRODUCTION. Thank you for choosing the SPITFIRE 55cc ARF by SG MODELS . The SPITFIRE 55cc was designed with the intermediate/advanced sport flyer in mind. It is a semi scale airplane which is easy to fly and quick to assemble. The airframe is conventionally built using balsa, ply- wood to make it stronger than the average ARF, yet the design allows the aeroplane to be kept light.

  • Page 3: Additional Items Required

    KIT CONTENTS. HINGING THE FLAP. SEA260 SPITFIRE 55cc SEA26001 Fuselage SEA26002 Wing set SEA26003 Tail set SEA26004 Canopy SEA26005 Cowling SEA26006 Pilot SEA26007 Aluminum wing tube ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED. 55cc gasoline engine. � Computer radio with 10 servos. � Glow plug to suit engine. �...
  • Page 4 SPITFIRE 55cc Instruction Manual. INSTALL THE AILERONS CONTROL HORN. Epoxy. Fiberglass control horn Epoxy. Epoxy. Aileron control horn. INSTALL ELEVATOR CONTROL HORN. Epoxy. Fiberglass control horn INSTALL FLAP CONTROL HORN. Install the flap control horn using the same method as same as the aileron con- trol horns.

  • Page 5: Installing The Fuselage Servos

    INSTALLING THE FUSELAGE SERVOS. Because the size of servos differ, you may need to adjust the size of the precut opening in the mount. The notch in the sides of the mount allow the servo lead to pass through. Epoxy. 1) Install the rubber grommets and brass collets into all servos.

  • Page 6: Installing The Stopper Assembly

    SPITFIRE 55cc Instruction Manual. INSTALLING THE RECEIVER SWITCH. Install the switch into the precut hole in the side, in the fuselage. 3/32” Hole. Switch. INSTALLING THE STOPPER ASSEMBLY. 1) Using a modeling knife, carefully cut off the rear portion of one of the 3 nylon tubes leaving 1/2”...

  • Page 7: Fuel Tank Installation

    7) Slide the fuel tank into the fuselage. Guide the lines from the tank through the hole in the firewall. 8) Use plywood template to hold in place the fuel tank with C/A glue to secure the fuel tank inside the fuselage. Vent tube.

  • Page 8: Mounting The Engine

    SPITFIRE 55cc Instruction Manual. 5x70 mm Blow through one of the lines to ensure the fuel lines have not become kinked inside the fuel tank compartment. Air should flow through easily. MOUNTING THE ENGINE . 6.2mm...
  • Page 9 1) Reinstall the servo horn by sliding the ELECTRIC POWER CONVERSION. connector over the pushrod wire. Center the throttle stick and trim and install the 1) Locate the items necessary to installl servo horn perpendicular to the servo the electric power conversion included center line.
  • Page 10 SPITFIRE 55cc Instruction Manual. 6.2mm Blind nut. M5x25mm 4) Attach the motor to the front of the electric motor box using four 4mm blind nut, four M4x20mm hex head bolts to se- cure the motor. Please see picture shown. M4x20mm...
  • Page 11 5) Attach the speed control to the side COWLING. of the motor box using two-sided tape and tie wraps. Connect the appropriate Please see these below pictures. leads from the speed control to the mo- tor. Make sure the leads will not interfere with the operation of the motor.

  • Page 12: Installing The Spinner

    SPITFIRE 55cc Instruction Manual. 2) Slide the cowl in position on the fuselage. 1) Carefully align the cowling on the air- Use M3x10mm screws to secure the cowling plane. The front of the cowl should be posi- to the fuselage. tioned so the crankshaft is in the middle of the cowl opening.

  • Page 13: Installing The Aileron Servos

    1) Using a small weight (Weighted fuel pick-up works well) and string, feed the string through the wing as indicated. 2) Place the servo between the mounting blocks and space it from the hatch. Use a pencil to mark the mounting hole loca- tions on the blocks.
  • Page 14 SPITFIRE 55cc Instruction Manual. 5) Use dental floss to secure the connec- tion so they cannot become unplugged. 6) Secure the servo to the aileron hatch using Phillips screwdriver and the screws provided with the servo. 7) Apply 1-2 drops of thin C/A to each of the mounting tabs.
  • Page 15 INSTALLING RETRACT SERVO. 9) Set the aileron hatch in place and use a Phillips screw driver to install it with four wood screws. INSTALLING ELEVATOR SERVOS. Elevator servos assembly as below pic- tures. 2x10mm INSTALLING THE FLAP SERVO. Repeat the procedure for the flap servo.

  • Page 16: Aileron Pushrod Installation

    SPITFIRE 55cc Instruction Manual. AILERON PUSHROD INSTALLATION. INSTALLING THE FLAP PUSHROD. Please see below pictures. Repeat the procedure as aileron push- rod. 70mm M3 lock nut. M3 clevis. 80mm M3 lock nut. M3 clevis.

  • Page 17: Installing The Elevator Pushrod

    INSTALLING THE ELEVATOR PUSHROD. 60mm M3 lock nut. M3 clevis. 2) Install Retractable landing gear at the wings. INSTALLING RETRACTABLE LANDING GEAR. 1) Locate the items necessary to install retractable landing gear as shown.
  • Page 18 SPITFIRE 55cc Instruction Manual. Epoxy. 3) Install Wheel. 50mm M3 clevis. M3 lock nut.

  • Page 19: Optional Retractable Landing Gear

    130mm OPTIONAL RETRACTABLE LANDING GEAR. Electric retractable landing gear is not included in this kit, however it is a very popular add-on as optional. If you want to use retracts in your Spitfire 55cc, we recommend that you buy a good set of electric retracts as the Himark AM05 Main Gear .

  • Page 20: Installing The Horizontal Stabilizer

    SPITFIRE 55cc Instruction Manual. INSTALLING RUDDER HINGE. INSTALLING THE HORIZONTAL STABILIZER. The rudder hinge assembly as below pic- tures.

  • Page 21: Rudder Pushrod Installation

    3x10mm RUDDER PUSHROD INSTALLATION. Locate item necessary to install ruder pushrod. Crimp. M3 clevis. Metal connector. Cable end.

  • Page 22: Mounting The Tail Wheel

    SPITFIRE 55cc Instruction Manual. MOUNTING THE TAIL WHEEL. Crimp. M3 clevis. Metal connector. Cable end. Collar.
  • Page 23 2) A scale pilot is included with this ARF. The Pilot included fitting well to the cockpit. (or you can order others scale pilot figures made by SG Models. They are available at SG Models distributors.) C/A glue. If you are going to install a pilot figure, please use a sanding bar to sand the base of the figure so that it is flat.

  • Page 24: Apply The Decals

    SPITFIRE 55cc Instruction Manual. For the larger decals we recommend a “wet” application method - 1) Peel the paper backing sheet off the decal.; 2) Epoxy. Use a soapy water product (like win- dow cleaner) to spray the adhesive side of the decal.
  • Page 25 4) The last detail is to install the antenna onto the fuselage. Use a hobby knife to cut a slot in the top of the fuselage for the antenna. Remove covering to see hole. 5) Tighten the antenna is removeable so you can install it at the flying field to pre- vent damage in transporting.
  • Page 26 SPITFIRE 55cc Instruction Manual. ATTACHMENT WING- FUSELAGE. Attach the aluminum tube into fuselage. Wing tube. Insert two wing panels as pictures below. 4x12mm Wing bolt.
  • Page 27 Insert canopy hatch on the fuselage as Accurately mark the balance point on below pictures. the top of the wing on both sides of the fuselage. The balance point is located 122mm back from the leading edge of the wing at the wing root. This is the bal- ance point at which your model should balance for your first flights.

  • Page 28: Control Throws

    SPITFIRE 55cc Instruction Manual. CONTROL THROWS. Ailerons: Rudder: 122mm High Rate : High Rate : Right : 30mm Up : 18mm Down : 18mm Left : 30mm Low Rate : Low Rate : Up : 13mm Right : 25mm Down : 13mm Left : 25mm Elevator: Flap:...

  • Page 29: Flight Preparation

    FLIGHT PREPARATION. PREFLIGHT CHECK. 1) Completely charge your trans- Check the operation and direction mitter and receiver batteries before of the elevator, rudder, ailerons and your first day of flying. throttle. 2) Check every bolt and every glue A) Plug in your radio system per the joint in the SPITFIRE 55cc to en- manufacturer’s instructions and turn sure that everything is tight and well...
  • Page 30 SPITFIRE 55cc Instruction Manual. If you have any queries, or are interested in our products, please feel free to contact us Factory : 12/101A - Hamlet 4 - Le Van Khuong Street - Dong Thanh Ward - Hoc Mon District - Ho Chi Minh City - Viet Nam. Office : 62/8 Ngo Tat To Street - Ward 19 - Binh Thanh District - Ho Chi Minh City - Viet Nam Phone : 848 - 37114542 or 848- 36018777...

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