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ADVANCED HIGH POWER MODEL ROCKET
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE YOU BEGIN:
Study the illustrations and sequence of assembly. The
sequence of assembly is important. Review the parts list and
become familiar with all parts before assembly. If any parts
are missing or damaged, contact RCS @ (435) 865-7100 or
through our web site @ www.aerotech-rocketry.com.
DO NOT MODIFY THE DESIGN OF THE ROCKET.
Changes to the design of the rocket such as, but not limited to,
reducing the fin size, shortening the body tube, or modifying
the motor tube assembly can adversely affect the flight stabil-
ity of the rocket and may void this products warranty.
Only use AEROTECH™ Composite Model Rocket Motors
in this High Power rocket. See box label for recommended
motors.
Read and follow the Model Rocket Safety Code of the National Association of Rocketry
(NAR) and comply with all federal, state, and local laws in all activities with model rockets.
Description
Cap, Piston
Sleeve, Piston
Motor tube (12"/30.5cm)
Motor Hook
FIN-LOK™ rings-4 fin
Centering rings (3.896" O.D.)
Fins
Bulkhead Disc (2.540")
Spacer, HP Motor (Black tube)
Spacer, Hobby Motor (Yellow tube) (14014)
12" Ruler (with 1/16" resolution)
Medium viscosity cyanoacrylate (cyano') cement AND
5 to 15 minute cure epoxy
Hobby knife
Part #
(14006)
(14007)
(12912)
(19001-Y)
(19344)
(14029)
(11715)
(16609)
(14015)
ADDITIONAL MATERIALS AND TOOLS REQUIRED
COMPLETED
MODEL ROCKET
Read And Follow
All Instructions
Designed by Ed LaCroix,
Jason Blatzheim,
and Bobby Rosenfield
PARTS LIST
Qty
Description
1
Ejection gas baffle
1
Screw eye
1
Shock cord (18')
1
Body tube (4" x 23")
Launch lugs
2
3
Nose cone (9 oz.)
4
Parachute (42" diameter)
Buckle, Cord Retaining
1
1
Decal Sheet
1
Instructions, Sumo
1/8" Wood dowel at least 12" long
#240 / #400 Grit sandpaper
Masking Tape (3/4" AND 1" wide)
1
SUMO™
LEVEL 1
Part #
(19030)
(19015)
(17201)
(14040)
(19035)
(11405)
(13042)
(17150)
(18023)
(19924)
19924 SUMO KIT REV: 8/04
Qty
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
2
1
1
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Summary of Contents for Aerotech SUMO
- Page 1 flight stabil- ity of the rocket and may void this products warranty. Only use AEROTECH™ Composite Model Rocket Motors in this High Power rocket. See box label for recommended Designed by Ed LaCroix, motors.
- Page 2 This mark locates where the front edge of the use of the widest range of motors manufactured by the rear most FIN-LOK™ ring will be. Aerotech. No cooling mesh to be used. FIN-LOK™/ LABYRINTH ASSEMBLY FIN-LOK™ Rings...
- Page 3 fin has no plastic flashing left from production back FIN-LOK™ ring. (NOTE: The unique AEROTECH FIN- that may be preventing a proper fit. Remove any plastic LOK™...
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Page 4: Piston Assembly
When dry, apply epoxy fillets to both sides of the Cap/Sleeve joints. Do not allow any epoxy to drip on the outside diameter of the Piston Assembly which could interfere with it’s intended operational movement. 19924 SUMO KIT REV: 8/04... -
Page 5: Piston Assembly Installation
Pass the canopy of the parachute over the shock cord and through the three (3) loops made by the shroud lines and pull tight. Pack the parachute and insert the nose cone into the body tube. CUTAWAY VIEW OF COMPLETED SUMO™ VEHICLE DATA Length: 39”... - Page 6 For repair or replacement under product. The buyer assumes all risks and liabilities therefrom and accepts and uses AeroTech/RCS this warranty, please contact RCS. Proof of purchase will be required. Note: Your state may provide products on these conditions.
- Page 7 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS The AeroTech Sumo™ is a Level 1 ready rocket kit that requires extra attention to construction details and operational techniques. Please be certain before flying your Sumo rocket that you have inspected all of these critical assembly steps and follow these pre and post flight inspections: (1) All fins must have a glue fillet applied between the root edges and the body tube to...