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Oldiman / # X5533

assembly instructions

wingspan 1500mm

R/C flight model for electric drives

Control via 4 channels (rudder, elevator, aileron, motor)

MADE IN GERMANY

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Page 1 Machine Translated by Google Oldiman / # X5533 assembly instructions wingspan 1500mm R/C flight model for electric drives Control via 4 channels (rudder, elevator, aileron, motor) MADE IN GERMANY...
Page 2 ATTENTION - The appearance of the parts included in the kit may differ from the pictures. Read these instructions completely before you start building. Familiarize yourself with the basic structure. Please check the Oldiman product page in our online shop www.pichler-modellbau.de to see if there is a newer version of these instructions or additions.
Page 3 Machine Translated by Google We recommend ORACOVER covering film for covering the model . Adhesive recommendation. We generally recommend using BINDAN propeller glue. This will ensure permanent, secure bonding. ZOOM superglue can also be used for gap-free connections. For particularly stressed areas we recommend ZOOM 5-Min. Epoxy. construction of the wing Protect the construction base with a film.
Page 4 Machine Translated by Google Insert the ribs in the order (from the right) D2, D3, D4, C2, D5, C1, D5, C1, C6, C1, C6, C1, C3, C1, D6 into the rib comb, align them at right angles to the main spar and fix them in place with superglue. ATTENTION On the assembly (B) there is a 90 degree angle construction aid made of lasered parts that you can use.
Page 5 Machine Translated by Google Insert the end strip (J2) into the rib ends, align and glue. Make sure that the starting rib (D2) is straight and at a right angle to the main spar. Glue the end strip (A5) into the aileron cutout with ribs.
Page 6 Machine Translated by Google Glue the end strip (i1) made of 5 mm balsa vertically into the aileron cutout using Bindan wood glue. Glue the upper main beam (G2) with Bindan wood glue.
Page 7 Machine Translated by Google Glue the edge arch (C8) to the rib (D6). Glue the rear part of the edge arch (C9). Make sure that it runs slightly diagonally towards the end of the rib.
Page 8 Machine Translated by Google Glue the edge arch rib (C11+C10) to the edge arch (C8) at the top and bottom. To build the aileron, place the end strip (J1), attach the half ribs in the order (from the right) C4, D8, C12, C4 and C4, insert the front end strip (A6), align everything at right angles and glue.
Page 9 Machine Translated by Google Place the 5 mm balsa end strip vertically in the aileron cutout (do not glue it to the wing!). Coat the front of the aileron frame with Bindan wood glue. Push the aileron frame towards the end strip. Align it and secure it against shifting.
Page 10 Machine Translated by Google After drying, turn the aileron over and glue in the boards for the control horn mounting (C7). Turn the wing over and glue the servo board (B6)
Page 11 Machine Translated by Google Remove any excess on the rib (D2) and sand it flat. To do this, you can use the EXTRON sandpaper file, Order No. Use X5565. Insert the wing connection tube (brass 9×7mm) into ribs (D2) to (C2) and glue with 5-minute epoxy. Caution: Allow the wing connection tube to protrude approx.
Page 12 Machine Translated by Google Note the hinge line on the wing and aileron and mark if necessary Make slots for hinges using a hinge knife. We recommend the hinge cutting slot set, Order No. C5829.
Page 13 Machine Translated by Google Insert the hinges and attach the ailerons to the wing. The hinges are only glued in after the covering has been applied! Sand the end strips on the wing and ailerons to match the profile. Grind the aileron end strip to a point as shown.
Page 14 Machine Translated by Google Glue the deck rib (D1) with dowel and holder for wing securing (M6).
Page 15 Machine Translated by Google Sand the wing and sand the leading edge round. The sanding block, Order No. X5568 has proven itself to be very effective. Assemble the second wing half in the same order, but reversed . Attention: Build a left and a right wing!
Page 16 Machine Translated by Google construction of the hull place cling film on top Glue the fuselage side panels (E1-A and E1-B, F1-A and F1-B) with Bindan wood glue Attention! E1A/B is the left fuselage side panel, F1-A/B is the right fuselage side panel (model seen from behind). Fasten the right fuselage side section (F1-A/B) to the construction base.
Page 17 Attention! The holes for mounting the motor are off-center because of the side pull of the motor. The larger distance between the holes and the side part is at the bottom. Glue in the upper longitudinal board (B1) Attention! The front edge runs diagonally downwards, the inscription "Oldiman" faces upwards.
Page 18 Machine Translated by Google Glue on the left fuselage side panel (E1A/B). Pull the hull together at the stern and glue in the lower hull planking (A1).
Page 19 Machine Translated by Google Glue in the lower, front fuselage planking (B2 and F3). Glue in the cross braces (A3 and B4). The Schellspann clamp, Order No. C4922, is useful here.
Page 20 Machine Translated by Google Glue the half frames for the fuselage back (A8, A2, A4) at right angles using Bindan wood glue. Glue in the longitudinal straps (H1). Fix with model making needles, Order No. C2434 .
Page 21 Machine Translated by Google Sand any excess material on the frames (A8 and A4) until smooth. Mount the motor to the motor bulkhead (M2) using M3×10 screws and M3 countersunk nuts.
Page 22 Machine Translated by Google Glue retaining plates (2× M5) to the front bulkhead (M1). Insert the front bulkhead (M1) between the fuselage side panels and fasten it on both sides with 2 self-tapping screws Ø 2.2×13 (Note: the engine bulkhead looks different from the current version).
Page 23 Machine Translated by Google Glue guide tube (brass Ø9 × 90 mm) into fuselage side panels with epoxy. Glue the tail skid (O3).
Page 24 Machine Translated by Google Insert M4 drive-in nut into board for wing screw connection (M7) from underside of fuselage and secure with epoxy. Screw in the knurled screws (plastic M4) from the top of the fuselage.
Page 25 Machine Translated by Google construction of the fuselage cover The front fuselage cover is best assembled directly on the fuselage. To do this, cover the upper part of the fuselage with a transparent film. Attach the cover frame made of the longitudinal straps (2×A7 long) and the half frames (A9, B3, A10) to the fuselage. Glue the longitudinal straps and half frames.
Page 26 Machine Translated by Google Glue on the planking parts (2× L1). The Fix It! metal clamps, Order No. C4919, are useful here. Secure the cover to the fuselage with adhesive tape. Mark the position of the locking dowels on the head bulkhead (M1) and drill holes.
Page 27 Machine Translated by Google Remove the cover and glue the locking dowel into the head bulkhead (M1). Screw the service cover (F2) to the fuselage. To do this, first screw in only the rear screw.
Page 28 Machine Translated by Google Glue the holding board (F4) to the lid and sand it round as desired. Attention! Do not glue to the fuselage or service cover! Screw the rotary latch (F5) with a screw Ø2.2×13 mm. Only tighten the screw so that the rotary latch can still be turned by hand. Carefully sand the entire hull including the lid.
Page 29 Machine Translated by Google If necessary, remove the protective film from the windshield. Align the windshield symmetrically on the cover and screw it in place with 5× self-tapping screws Ø 2.2×6.5 mm. Work carefully, do not pre-drill, screw in screws carefully. Do not glue yet! The windshield will only be finally assembled and glued after the covering has been applied.
Page 30 Machine Translated by Google chassis installation Insert 2× M3 countersunk nuts into the chassis board (2× M8). Glue the undercarriage board (2×M8) to the inside of the fuselage floor.
Page 31 Machine Translated by Google Transfer the screw holes from the underside of the fuselage to the aluminum bracket and drill with a diameter of 3.5 mm. Bend the aluminum bracket on both sides according to the template (E2).
Page 32 Machine Translated by Google Drill the legs of the aluminum bracket with a Ø of 3.5 mm. Transfer holes to chassis leg (O1) and drill with Ø 3.5 mm. Mount the left and right chassis legs (O1) to the aluminum bracket with M3×10 screw and nut.
Page 33 Machine Translated by Google Insert brass tube Ø 4×17 mm into wheel (N1) and glue the reinforcements (O2) on both sides. Insert the wheel axle (steel wire Ø 3×295 mm) into the chassis leg and attach the rubber bands. Put on the wheels and secure them with adjusting rings.
Page 34 Machine Translated by Google The fully assembled chassis. It is recommended that you only permanently mount the undercarriage after the model has been covered. construction of the horizontal stabilizer Protect the construction surface with transparent film and attach the end strip (K15).
Page 35 Machine Translated by Google Glue the middle part (K13), nose strip (K18) and edge arches (2×K6). Glue in cross braces (6×K16).
Page 36 Machine Translated by Google Fasten the front strip of the rudder flap (H20) to the building pad. Glue reinforcements (2×K17). Glue the triangular wedges (2×K4) and the edge arch (2×K14).
Page 37 Machine Translated by Google Glue the end strips (2×K2). Glue cross struts (2xK7, K8, K9 each).
Page 38 Machine Translated by Google Mark the hinge line on the damping surface and rudder flap. Make slots for hinges using a hinge knife.
Page 39 Machine Translated by Google Grind the front strip on the rudder flap to a point of 45°. Connect the tail unit parts and sand down any excess parts. Round off the nose and wingtips. The end strip of the control surface flaps should remain sharp-edged, do not round them! The fleece (patented) hinges are only glued in after the covering.
Page 40 Machine Translated by Google construction of the vertical stabilizer Protect the construction surface with clear film. Staple and glue the end strip (H8), nose strip (H9) and lower end strip (H7) onto the construction base. Glue the cross braces (H6, H5) and the centering part (H13).
Page 41 Machine Translated by Google Glue in corner reinforcements (L10, H11). Staple and glue the front strip of the rudder flap (H16, H19) with connector (H15) onto the building base.
Page 42 Machine Translated by Google Attach and glue the upper (H18), lower edge arch (H17) and end strip (H14). Glue crossbars (H2, H3, H4).
Page 43 Machine Translated by Google Mark the hinge line on the damping surface and rudder flap. Make slots for hinges using a hinge knife.
Page 44 Machine Translated by Google Grind the front strip on the rudder flap to a point of 45°. Connect the tail unit parts and sand down any excess parts. Sand the nose strip and wingtips round. The trailing edge of the control surface flaps should remain sharp-edged; do not sand them round. The flow hinges are only glued in after the covering.
Page 45 Machine Translated by Google RC installation Install servos for rudder and elevator in the fuselage, bring them into neutral position using the remote control and mount the servo arm. Mount control horns on the rudder and elevator. Adjust the rudder-side M2 threaded rod to the hull feedthrough (bend twice by 90°). Shorten the control wire and bend it at the end by 90°.
Page 46 Machine Translated by Google Hold the push rod (wood, Ø6×330 mm) against the fuselage and mark the front end on the fuselage side wall. Attach the servo-side M2 threaded rod to the servo and transfer the marking from the fuselage side wall to it.
Page 47 Machine Translated by Google Remove the threaded rod and add approx. 60 mm from the marking. Shorten the threaded rod at this point and bend it at the end to 90°.
Page 48 Machine Translated by Google Place parts of the control rod and mark the position of the angled ends on the push rod. Drill markings with Ø2 mm and insert the angled part of the threaded rod there.
Page 49 Machine Translated by Google Glue threaded rods to push rod on both sides with epoxy. Shrink the shrink tubing onto the adhesive point. Repeat the entire process for the rudder control. Screw the aileron servo and rudder horn into the wing.
Page 50 Machine Translated by Google Bring the servo to the neutral position using the remote control. Attach the M2 threaded rod with fork head to the rudder horn. Transfer the position of the hole in the servo arm to the threaded rod. Bend the threaded rod 2×90°...
Page 51 Machine Translated by Google Extend the servo connection cable with 200 mm long extension cables. Extension cables should also be connected to the receiver. Insert the controller into the fuselage through one of the lower openings and attach it to the upper longitudinal board (B4) with Velcro.
Page 52: Important Note
IMPORTANT NOTE Please check the Oldiman product page in our online shop to see if a newer version of this manual or the product description is available. Supplements are available. © Extron Modellbau, January 2022 Oldiman Construction Manual, Version 1.1...

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