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EDGE 540 V3
ALL BALSA - PLY WOOD CONSTRUCTION.
COVERED WITH ORACOVER.
95% ALMOST READY TO FLY
SPECIFICATION
- Wingspan: 1,880mm (74in).
- Length: 1,850mm (72.8in).
- Weight: 5.3-5.5kg (11.7 - 12lbs).
- Wing area: 61.7dm².
- Wing loading:85.8g/dm².
- Wing type: Naca Airfoil.
- Servo mount: 42mm x 21mm.
- Spinner : 86mm (included).
- Gear type: Carbon fiber for main gear (included)
and aluminium Hi-grade tail gear (included).
- Covering type: Genuine oracover
Instruction Manual Book
R
Item code: BH176A
Glow and EP
Parts listing required (not included):
- Radio: 06 channels minimum.
- Servo: 06 servos (HV High torque steel
gear servo).
- Engine: 33cc - 38cc gas.
- Motor: Brushless outrunner
2500 - 3200W, 245KV.
- Propeller: Suit with your engine.
Recommended Motor and Battery set up
(not included):
- Motor: Admiral GP26 6330-245KV Brushless.
- Lipo cell: 6-10 cells 4,000-5,500mAh.
- Receiver battery: 6-7.4V/ 2200-3000mAh.
- ESC: 80 - 100A.
Made in Vietnam.

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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual Book Item code: BH176A EDGE 540 V3 Glow and EP ALL BALSA - PLY WOOD CONSTRUCTION. COVERED WITH ORACOVER. 95% ALMOST READY TO FLY SPECIFICATION Parts listing required (not included): - Wingspan: 1,880mm (74in). - Length: 1,850mm (72.8in).
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Thank you for purchasing Black Horse Model products. With over 18 years experience in production and fly testing, Black Horse Model is committed to bring the best quality products and good service to customers. Along with a team of creative engineers and skilled workers, we will always accompany with customers by our great experiences, fully enthusiasm...
  • Page 3: Warranty

    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...
  • Page 4: Covering Tools

    EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A 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.
  • Page 5 EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A 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.)
  • Page 6: Parts Listing (Not Included)

    EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual PARTS LISTING (NOT INCLUDED). Servo extension leads. 620mm ..2 pcs. Engine: 35cc gas 220mm ..4 pcs. Propeller. Suit with your engine. LiPo. 6S - 22.2V- 4000-5000mAh. 2 Packs MOTOR Size: 1.60 ..1 pcs.
  • Page 7 EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual : Fuselage set. : Engine set. : Cowling set. : Wing set (2a; 2b; 2c: Carbon fiber tube). : Electric motor set. : Tail gear set. : Horizontal stabilizer set. : Main gear set.
  • Page 8: Suggestion For Engine And Servo

    EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual SUGGESTION FOR ENGINE AND SERVO PREPARATIONS Use a covering iron with a covering sock on • ENGINE: DLE 35 RA; OS 33GT high heat to tighten the covering if necessary. • SERVO: Two Options...
  • Page 9: Installing The Ailerons Servos

    EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual INSTALLING THE AILERONS SERVOR 1. Install the rubber grommets and brass eyelets onto 4. Using the thread as a guide and using masking the aileron servo. tape, tape the servo lead to the end of the thread: carefully pull the thread out.
  • Page 10: Installing The Aileron Linkages

    EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual Bottom View Warning! Set all scerws securely. If they come off during flight you will lose control of your aircraft! INSTALLING THE AILERON LINKAGES 1. Install the control horn into the aileron.
  • Page 11 EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual Bottom View 3x35mm Cap Screw...
  • Page 12: Installing The Main Landing Gear

    EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual Bottom View 4x12mm Socket Head Cap Screw - - - 4 - - - 2 4x12mm Socket Head Cap Screw 4mm Flat Washer 4mm Flat Washer - - - 4 INSTALLING THE MAIN LANDING GEAR...
  • Page 13 EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual Out view In view 5.1mm 5x50mm Socket Head Cap Screw Flat Flat Washer Washer 85mm Plastic Wheel Collar Flat Washer Lock Main gear Bottom view Top view...
  • Page 14 Bottom View 3 x 10mm Socket Head 85mm Wheel Cap Screw Wheel Pant 4.2mm...
  • Page 15 EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual Bottom View 4x20mm Socket Head Cap Screw 4mm Spring Washer 4mm Flat Washer...
  • Page 16: Secure The Wing To The Fuselage

    EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual Top View SECURE THE WING TO THE FULSELAGE Attach the wings to the fuselage and secure the wing panels. 20x75mm Carbon fiber tube 6 x 25mm Plastic Screw - - - 4...
  • Page 17: Horizontal Stabilizer Installation

    EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual HORIZONTAL STABILIZER INSTALLATION 1. Using a modeling knife, cut away the covering from the fuselage for the stabilizer and remove it. When you are sure that everything is aligned correctly, mix up a generous amount of 30 minute 2.
  • Page 18 EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual Top view Make certain plane is aligned accurately per the diagram. Warning! A mis-aligned plane can fly erraticaliy and cause accidents. Top view...
  • Page 19 EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual...
  • Page 20: Installing The Elevator Servo

    EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual INSTALLING THE ELEVATOR SERVO Horn Aluminium ball - - - 1 Aluminium ball - - - 1 3x12mm Button Head Cap Screw - - - 2 3mm Flat Washer - - - 1 2.6x75mm Push rod...
  • Page 21: Installing The Rudder

    EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual INSTALLING THE RUDDER Top view 44mm Pinned Hinge - - - 5 90 Degree INSTALLING THE RUDDER SERVO 3x40mm Socket Head Horn 3x12mm 2.6x45mm Push rod Button Cap Screw Head Cap Screw...
  • Page 22 EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual Top view Aluminium ball Flat Washer 3x12mm Button Head Cap Screw 3x12mm Button Head Cap Screw 3x40mm Socket Head Cap Screw...
  • Page 23: Installing The Tail Wheel

    EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual INSTALLING THE TAIL WHEEL 3 x 20mm 3 x 15mm Cap Screw 3mm Spring Washer Tail wheel set Aluminum ball 3 x 20mm 200mm Push rod 200mm Push rod 3x15mm Cut off shaded portion...
  • Page 24 EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual 3x15mm Cut off excess.
  • Page 25: Installing The Engine

    EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual INSTALLING THE ENGINE 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.
  • Page 26 EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual 5x100mm Socket Head Fiber Glass 5mm Lock Nut 5mm Flat washer Cap Screw - - - 4 - - - 4 - - - 4 - - - 4 16x5mm Plastic Washer...
  • Page 27: Installing The Fuel Tank

    EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual 160mm INSTALLING THE FUEL TANK 5. When satisfied with the alignment of the stopper assembly tighten the 3mm x 20mm machine screw until the rubber stopper expands and 1. Using a modeling knife, cut one length of silicon seals the tank opening.
  • Page 28 EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual Fuel Tank Fuel Tank - - - 1 Zip tie...
  • Page 29: Installing The Throttle

    EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual Fuel Dot 2 x 5 mm Tp Screw - - - 9 - - - 1 Tank Vent - - - 1 Fuel Dot Tank Vent INSTALLING THE THROTTLE 1. Plug the throttle servo into the receiver and turn on the radio system. Check to ensure that the throttle servo output shaft is moving in the correct direction.
  • Page 30 EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual...
  • Page 31: Mounting The Cowl

    EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual MOUNTING THE COWL 4. While holding the cowl firmly in position, drill 1. Remove the muffler and needle valve assembly four 1,6mm pilot holes through both the cowl from the engine. Slide the fiberglass cowl over the and the side edges of the firewall.
  • Page 32 EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual Washer aluminium 4x16mm Socket Head Cap Screw 4x16mm Socket Head Cap Screw Washer aluminium 4.2mm Bottom view...
  • Page 33: Installing The Spinner

    EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual INSTALLING THE SPINNER Install the spinner back-plate, propeller and spinner cone. The propeller should not touch any part of the spinner cone. If it dose, use a sharp modeling knife and carefully trim away the spinner cone where the propeller comes in contact with it.
  • Page 34 EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual 3 x8 mm Button Head Cap Screw...
  • Page 35: Installing The Receiver And Battery

    EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual INSTALLING THE RECEIVER AND BATTERY INSTALLING THE SWITCH 1. Plug the servo leads and the switch lead into the 1. The switch should be mounted on the fuselage receiver. You may want to plug an aileron...
  • Page 36 EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual 10 x 20mm 4 mm Spring Washer 4mm Flat Washer 4x60mm Socket Head Cap Screw M5 Blind Nut 16 x 5mm Rubber Washer 16 x 5mm Flat Washer 5 mm Spring Washer...
  • Page 37 EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual When rotating clock wise, change the connection of 2 wires.
  • Page 38: Installing Canopy Fuselage

    EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual INSTALLING CANOPY FUSELAGE Position the canopy so the rear frame on the 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.
  • Page 39: Balancing

    EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual LATERAL BALANCE BALANCING 1. It is critical that your airplane be balanced correctly. After you have balanced a plane on the C.G. Improper balance will cause your plane to lose You should laterally balance it. Doing this will control and crash.
  • Page 40 EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual 6 x 25mm Plastic Screw Plate of plywood 103 mm (4.05 in)
  • Page 41: Control Throws

    EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual In order to obtain the CG specified, reposition the receiver and other equipment. If not obtain the CG specified, add a weight and Do not fly before confirming the adjust. correct location of the CG. If the...
  • Page 42: For Your Radio Installation Basic Connection For Airplane And Adjustment Of Servos

    EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual 40mm 40mm Aileron Control 55mm 55mm Elevator Control 60mm 60mm Rudder Control FOR YOUR RADIO INSTALLATION BASIC CONNECTION FOR AIRPLANE AND ADJUSTMENT OF SERVOS Example of connection For more information, refer to radio system instruction manual.
  • Page 43: Main Gear Dimensional Detail

    EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual MAIN GEAR DIMENSIONAL DETAIL 38.7 19.7 TAIL GEAR DIMENSIONAL DETAIL 128.0 25.0 16.0 35.0 25.0 11.8...
  • Page 44: Decoration

    EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual DECORATION ORACCOVER #21-023 - Ferri Red #21-010 - White #21-071 - Black #21-011 - Gray...
  • Page 45 EDGE 540 v3 Item code: BH176A Instruction Manual...
  • Page 46 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 the propeller, and do not allow any part of other dangerous areas including airports, and houses etc.
  • Page 47 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. control surfaces move freely and in model lands at the slowest possible the CORRECT directions.

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