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Instruction Manual Book Item code: BH150 SUPER DECATHLON ALL BALSA - PLY WOOD CONSTRUCTION. COVERED WITH ORACOVER Glow and EP 95% ALMOST READY TO FLY SPECIFICATION: - Wingspan: 2,450 mm (96.46 in). Parts listing required (not included): - Length: 1,750 mm (68.90 in).
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In that Black Horse Model has no control over the final assembly or material used for final assembly, SUGGESTION Black Horse Model is not responsible for loss of use , or other incidental or consequential damages. To avoid scratching your new airplane, do not...
SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual FLIGHT WARNINGS ADHESIVES AND REQUIRED TOOLS When ready to fly, first extend the transmitter aerial. Thin CA Switch on the transmitter. 30-minute epoxy Switch on the receiver. 6-minute epoxy Check that the wings are correctly fitted to the Threadlocker thread locking cement fuselage.
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SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual • Officially designated AMA Air Show Teams (AST) are authorized to use devices and practices as defined within the Team AMA Program Document. (AMA Document #718.) (j) Not operate a turbine-powered aircraft, unless in compliance with the AMA turbine regulations. (AMA Document #510-A.)
SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual INSTALLING THE AILERON 44mm Pinned hinge - - - 8 Bottom View Make certain the hinges are adequately secured with glue. If they come loose in flight accidents may result. The number of times Assemble left and right Apply epoxy glue.
SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual INSTALLING THE AILERON SERVOS Using the thread as a guide and using masking tape, tape the servo lead to the end of the thread: carefully pull the thread out. When you have pulled the servo lead out, remove the masking tape and the servo lead from the thread.
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SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual Aileron Aileron servos. 2 mm approx.16mm 3mm Flat Washer Aileron Aileron 3mm Lock Nut 3x12mm Button Head Cap Screw Aileron Aileron 1.5mm Screw Aileron 2x10mm Tp Screw 1.5mm Cut off shaded portion Assemble left and right Drill holes using the stated.
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SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual Bottom View 2x10mm Aileron 3x12mm Tp Screw Horn 3x12mm Cap Screw C . A The number of times the same way Assembly Apply instant glue Assemble left and right (in this case twice).
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SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual Drill holes using the stated. Apply epoxy glue. (in this case 1.5mm 1.5mm...
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SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual Bottom View 3mm Lock Nut Assemble left and right The number of times sides the same way. the same way Assembly (in this case twice).
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SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual 3x12mm 3x12mm Cap Screw Tp Screw 3x12mm Button Head Cap Screw 4x15mm Socket Head Cap Screw Spring Washer Flat Washer Assemble left and right The number of times sides the same way. the same way Assembly (in this case twice).
SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual INSTALLING THE FUSELAGE SERVOS 1) Install the rubber grommets and brass collets into the elevator, rudder and throottle servor. Test fit the servos into the servo tray. Trim the tray if necessary to fit your servos.
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SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual Bottom View Cut off shaded portion The number of times Apply epoxy glue. carefully. the same way Assembly (in this case twice).
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SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual Bottom View 3mm Lock Nut Push rod 3mm Flat Washer Ball link 3x12mm Cap Screw 3x12mm Button Head Top View Cap scew Flash washer Push rod Ball link Servo tail 3mm Lock Nut...
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SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual 3mm Lock Nut Push rod 3mm Flat Washer Ball link 3x12mm Cap Screw 3x12mm Button Head Cap scew Flash washer Push rod Ball link Servo tail 3mm Lock Nut Assemble left and right The number of times Apply epoxy glue.
SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual Rudder servo INSTALLING STABILIZER STRUT 3x10mm Button Head 3x30mm Socket Head Cap Screw Cap Screw - - - 2 - - - 2 3x35mm Socket Head Cap Screw Ball link 3x10mm - - - 1...
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SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual Top View Ball link Ball link 3x30mm Right Socket Head 2.6x295mm Cap Screw 3x30mm Socket Head Flat Washer Cap Screw Flat Washer Flat Washer Lock Nut 2.6x295mm 2.6x307mm Left 2.6x295mm Flat Washer Lock Nut...
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SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual Bottom View Ball link 3x16mm Button Head Cap Screw 2.6x307mm Lock Nut The number of times the same way Assembly (in this case twice).
SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual INSTALLING THE ENGINE MOUNT May be you also need to trim some wood from the tri-angle Using plate of plywood (supplied with the kit) mark the holes wood for the installation is easy.
SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual INSTALLING THE FUEL TANK Be sure to equip Not included. air vent pipe. Tygon tubing (Gas). And silicone tubing (Methanol). 1. Using a modeling knife, cut one length of silicon fuel line (the length of silicon fuel line is...
SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual INSTALLING THE THROTTLE direction. When the throttle stick is moved forward from idle to full throttle, the throttle barrel should also open and close using this motion. If not, reverse the direction of the servo, using the...
SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual INSTALLING THE SWITCH, RECEIVER AND BATTERY 1) Plug the servo leads and the switch lead into INSTALLING THE SWITCH the receiver. You may want to plug an aileron 1) The switch should be mounted on the fuselage...
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SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual Top View 3x15mm Tp Screw Apply epoxy glue.
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SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual Top View Apply epoxy glue.
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SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual Position the canopy so the rear frame on the Top View canopy is aligned with the rear edge of the cockpit opening. Use canopy glue to secure the canopy to the canopy hatch. Use low-tack tape to hold the canopy in position until the glue fully cures.
SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual INSTALLING THE WING TO THE FUSELAGE 32x788mm Aluminium tube. - - - 1 Hair pin - - - 2 - - - 2 Top View Steel strut attachment pin - - - 2 Cut off shaded portion carefully.
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SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual Top View Secure The number of times Assemble left and right the same way Assembly sides the same way. (in this case twice).
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SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual Top View...
SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual INSTALLING THE COWLING four 1,6mm pilot holes through both the cowl and the 1) Remove the mu er and needle valve assembly from side edges of the rewall. the engine. Slide the berglass cowl over the engine.
SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual Top View 3x12mm Tp Screw INSTALLING THE PROPELLER AND SPINNER 3x12mm TP Scew - - - 4 Drill holes using the stated. Must be purchased separately! (in this case 1.5mm 1.5mm...
SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual BALANCING LATERAL BALANCE It is critical that your airplane be balanced After you have balanced a plane on the C.G. correctly. Improper balance will cause your plane to You should laterally balance it. Doing this will lose control and crash.
SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual Do not fly before confirming the correct location of the CG. If the CG is incorrect, you lose control of your airplane which leads to accidents. CONTROL THROWS 12mm We highly recommend setting up a plane using...
SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual FOR YOUR RADIO INSTALLATION BASIC CONNECTION FOR AIRPLANE AND ADJUSTMENT OF SERVOS For more information, refer to radio system instruction manual. Example of connection Follow instruction manual of Engine and Battery. Aileron Servo...
SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual MAIN GEAR DIMENSIONAL DETAIL 35mm 80mm 196mm TAIL GEAR DIMENSIONAL DETAIL 25.0 25.0...
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SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual I/C FLYING WARNINGS Always operate in open areas, away from fly near power lines,aerials or AL WAYS adjust the engine from behind NEVER factories, hospitals, schools, buildings other dangerous areas including airports, the propeller, and do not allow any part of and houses etc.
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SUPER DECATHLON Item code: BH150 Instruction Manual I/C FLYING GUIDELINES Operate the control sticks on the ALWAYS land the model INTO When ready to fly, first extend transmitter and check that the the wind, this ensures that the the transmitter aerial.
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