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BVM PNP F-18C
1/5 Scale
Length: 121", Wing Span: 85.5" with Missile Rails
For transportation convenience:
Length without Pitot Tube, Nose Cone,& Nose Cone Formers attached 106"
Weight: 54# single 59# twin Dry
Fuel Capacity: 6L, Smoke Capacity: 2L
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING MANUAL
Version 1.0
October 2021
Vne: Speed to Never Exceed= 160 MPH
Use a Speed Limiting System
Limit Engine Thrust to 72 lbs
Equipped with HV Servos and should not be operated below 7.4 volts
3481 State Road 419 • Winter Springs, FL 32708 USA
tel. 407-327-6333 • fax. 407-327-5020
IK9500
BVM-2021
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- Page 1 BVM PNP F-18C 1/5 Scale Length: 121”, Wing Span: 85.5” with Missile Rails For transportation convenience: Length without Pitot Tube, Nose Cone,& Nose Cone Formers attached 106” Weight: 54# single 59# twin Dry Fuel Capacity: 6L, Smoke Capacity: 2L ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING MANUAL Version 1.0...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
WHEEL AND BRAKE PREPERATION ................. 19 RX MOUNTING TRAY AND BATTERY LOCATION ............. 21 BATTERY LOCATION ......................22 COCKPIT MOUNTING AND PILOT ..................23 PILOT MOUNTING ........................ 23 INSTALLATION OF THE WINGS AND TAIL ................. 24 WINGS ..........................24 STABILATORS ........................25 BVM ®2021 10/2021... - Page 3 DX18, DX18QQ, DX 20 Transmitter File ................31 First Flight Profile ....................... 32 Flight Time ........................32 Taxi Test/Engine Run Up ....................32 Takeoff ........................... 32 Trim ..........................32 Practice Approaches ...................... 32 Landing........................... 32 RX Battery Consumption ....................32 Pilot’s Notes: ........................33 BVM ®2021 10/2021...
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Page 4: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the BVM 1/5 scale PNP F-18. This model represents the latest in manufacturing technology and completion for the R/C jet enthusiast. The factory has built your model for you. Please inspect all aspects of your model. The two fuselage halves have been joined by the factory. -
Page 5: Recommended Accessories
Safety Wire (BVM# 2800) Bavarian Demon Aero CortexPro Gyro (#V-DA-BD-CortexPro) (2)12” battery extension wire (#VJ-SPMEXEC312) BVM Over Flow Tank (for Smoke System) (BVM# 6047) Flush Mount Vent Fitting (#PS-SP-0301) (For Over Flow Tank) Flush Mount Vent Plug (#PS-SP-0302) (For Over Flow Tank) BVM ®2021... -
Page 6: Required Tools
BVM Qt Poxy # PA-SR-0042 Zap-A-Goo # PT12 Pacer Z-42 # PT42 Super O-Lube BVM #5779 BVM Thin Lube for “O” Rings BVM# 1945 Axle Super Lube BVM #5784 Dry Lube BVM# 1947 Available Options Available at BVMJets.com 1/5th Pilot (15”) -
Page 7: Wing Preperation
After reading this entire manual, get familiar with the major kit components. Note: Damaged parts must be reported to BVM within 7 days of receiving your kit. Become familiar with the work completed at the factory. It is important that you inspect and approve this work now. -
Page 8: Missile Rail Installation
A small of BVM Dry Lube on the Ball Link will also help make a smoother movement. MISSILE RAIL INSTALLATION The Missile Rail has a LED light in the tip. It’s a simple connection and your done. Tape or a keeper can be used to secure the connection. -
Page 9: Stabilator Preperation
Zap goo to hold them to the root. A couple of small dabs is all that is needed. The nylon washer will not sit flush to the root. It will have a small gap in the front. BVM ®2021 10/2021... -
Page 10: Canopy And Servo Removal
SERVO PLATE REMOVAL Once the canopy is off of the model you can remove the 7 screws from the servo plate and remove it from the model. This will give you acess for the next steps. BVM ®2021 10/2021... -
Page 11: Canopy And Servo Installation
After that is complete take the small pieces of tubing and push them back out till they contact to the inside of the canopy mount. NOTE: The canopy does pivot as well as slide up and down in the back. BVM ®2021 10/2021... -
Page 12: Adjusting The Canopy
The frame should move a little, but you should not be able to pull it up. The actuator arm is just about as far forward as it can go when canopy is fully closed. BVM ®2021 10/2021... -
Page 13: Fuel System
NOTE: Also check that the hoses are not hitting the back of the tanks. They should be about 1/2 inch from the back. The BVM demo model was spot on. BVM ®2021... -
Page 14: Header Tank Mount And Installation
The header tank mount will have to be glued into place. Scuff the area inside the fuse with a BVM scuff board and wipe clean with a rag and some denatured alcohol. The header tank plate has a cutout in the front. -
Page 15: Uat Mounting Tray
After the UAT or UAT’s are mounted you can hook up the fuel hoses coming from the header tanks and put the tray back into the model. Remember to safety wire all fuel hoses in place. BVM ®2021 10/2021... -
Page 16: Turbine Mounting For Twin
The BVM demo model uses a #4x1/2 SHCS and a #4 washer to hold the engines in place. BVM uses a small drop of Thin CA in each hole before putting the screw in for the final time. - Page 17 Cheetahs. The ECU’s would not fit on the front ECU tray, so we mounted them on a vertical mount in front of the turbines. This is a mount that BVM has as an option if you wish to use it. NOTE: Mount the ECU’s per manufacture specs.
- Page 18 The main supply hoses from the UAT’s are routed down under the main tanks and exit into the engine bay. All of the power wires and Rx connections can fit here as well. BVM ®2021 10/2021...
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Page 19: Turbine Mounting For Single
Once the turbine is in the model slide the tailpipe back into position. Use the manufactures specs on tailpipe spacing to set your engine in place. The BVM demo model use #8 sheet metal screws to hold the engine in place. A drop of Thin CA is used in the screw hole before final tightening. -
Page 20: Wheel And Brake Preperation
On both engine versions it is a good idea to paint the top of the hatch with BVM Heat Shield (# PA-MA-1940). The BVM demo model uses three coats on the hatch for protection in case of a flash fire. - Page 21 If you want to remove the O-ring from the brake hub, use a popsicle stick that has been sanded down on one side to help remove the O-ring from the hub. NOTE: DO NOT USE ANYTHING METAL THAT MAY SCRATCH THE INSIDE OF THE HUB. BVM ®2021 10/2021...
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Page 22: Rx Mounting Tray And Battery Location
RX MOUNTING TRAY AND BATTERY LOCATION To access the RX mounting tray you will need to pull the anti glare shield out of the way. The shield is held in place by Velcro and will easily come out. BVM ®2021 10/2021... -
Page 23: Battery Location
Mount your RX and Gyro per manufacture specs. The BVM demo model uses a AR 20310T RX and a Demon Cortex Pro gyro. All of your servo wires and connections will be in this area as well. -
Page 24: Cockpit Mounting And Pilot
NOTE: The pilot is held in with a patch of Velcro on his backside. BVM ®2021 10/2021... -
Page 25: Installation Of The Wings And Tail
Wings are retained by two screws in the back and one in the front. A 9/64 driver is all you need to put the wings on. NOTE: You do not have to make these super tight. A snug twist is all that is needed. BVM ®2021 10/2021... -
Page 26: Stabilators
Stabilators Drill .8” deep into the stab. The drill should engage balsa and/or glue. At the .8” depth there is a 1/8” plywood rib. If there is a need for more glue, use the syringe to inject. BVM ®2021 10/2021... -
Page 27: Vertical Fins
This is the right side of the model. The left vertical has only one connector. Verticals are retained in two spots. The front is in the engine bay area and the other is outside on the body. BVM ®2021 10/2021... -
Page 28: Nose Cone Installation
You will squeeze the wire in the middle and line it up to the holes in the hinges on the nose cone and the body and release the wire. NOTE: Please check the glue joints on the nose cone hinges. BVM ®2021 10/2021... -
Page 29: Nose Cone Lock
3mm bolt holds it all together. A small amount of blue Loctite on the screw will keep it from coming loose. NOTE: The arrow is pointing at the lock body. BVM ®2021 10/2021... -
Page 30: Control Surface Deflections And Expo Settings
Control Surface Deflections and Expo Settings Note: The BVM Demo plane is set up using the following Expo percentages. Positive values are used on Spektrum and JR radios, Futaba uses negative. Control High Rate Expo Stabilator (measured at the Up 2.25”... - Page 31 Install the fittings to your overflow/taxi tank. Use an overflow tank while fueling to prevent spillage and to ensure fuel tanks are full before flight. Use BVM Overflow tank Part #BVM6047. Below, the overflow/taxi tank is connected. The vent plug is installed.
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Page 32: Connecting Rx Wires
Brakes DX18, DX18QQ, DX 20 Transmitter File The BVM Demo models are setup on Spektrum DX18 transmitters. The file included on the SD card has all the mixes, rates, expos, and settings done for you. Setting the sub trim and travel adjustment must be accomplished by the modeler for the specific aircraft. -
Page 33: First Flight Profile
Make the first Take Off with the gyro “off”. See also BVM article “Gyro Sense”. Flight Time The BVM demo model’s transmitter timer is set for 7 min. On the first flight, land a few minutes early to check fuel consumption. Adjust the flight timer accordingly. -
Page 34: Pilot's Notes
Pilot’s Notes: BVM ®2021 10/2021...
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