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- Page 1 35% Katana Wingspan: 106 in(2.69M) Wing Area: 2170 sq in (14000 sq cm) Fuselage length: 93 in (2.36M) Weight: 27.3 lbs (12.4kg) Engine: 100CC Note: All construction photos by: Stephen Cinch...
- Page 2 Fore Word: Every attempt has been made in this manual in word and picture to help the modeler assemble this model, it is for advance modelers with advanced knowledge of the needs and strength needed to com- plete a reliable and aerobatic plane. If you do not have the skills ask a fellow modeler to help you with this model assembly especially if it is your first large scale project.
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Page 3: Engine Installation
Construction and Assembly Manual for 35% Katana Engine Installation Start by installing the engine making sure that the mount is in the exact location by extending the lines from the alignment “+” marked on the firewall. This is very important or you cowl will not line up with the engine. -
Page 4: Cowl Installation
Cowl Installation Using card stock or file folder thin cardboard make the necessary cut outs for the engine head and muffler. Make sure to tape the template back far enough with masking tape that the cowl can fit. Remove the engine & muffler. Now slide on the cowl, screw it in place and mark the cowl with a black grease pencil. -
Page 5: Rudder Installation
Bolt the tail wheel bracket in place and attach the steering arm wire to the pivot as shown using Loc- tite on the Allen screws. The steering arm can be inserted into the rudder steering tube at the time of rudder installation. -
Page 6: Wing Assembly
Install the stab mounting tubs and slide the stab in place making sure to hook up the servo plug to the 24 gauge servo extension wires and clip the plugs together using safety clips. Install the servo mount bolts with a washer, lock washer and Loctite the blind nuts. - Page 7 Set up for 35% Katana CG at the center of the wing tube. Aileron Movement: Low rate-15 degrees up and down High Rate-30 degrees up and down Rudder Movement: Low Rate-30 degrees left and right High Rate-45 degrees left and right...
- Page 8 This is not a Toy! This R/C ARF kit and the model you build from this kit is not a Toy! It is capable of serious bodily harm and property damage. It is YOUR responsi- bility as your alone to assemble correctly, properly installing all R/C components and fling gear (engine, tank, radio, pushrods, etc.
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