Seagull Models PERCIVAL MEW GULL Assembly Manual

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"Graphics and specifications may change without notice".
Specifications
Wing span-------------------------------------74 in---------------------------------- 188cm.
Wing area------------------------------------797.2 sq.in-------------------- 51.4 sq.dm.
Approximate flying weight----------------10.1-11lbs------------------------4.6 - 5kg.
Length------------------------------------------60.7in------------------------------154.3cm.
Recommended engine size--------------1.20 cu.in------------------------ 2-stroke.
ELECTRIC CONVERSION : OPTIONAL.
Radio System required 6 channels with 6 digital servos.
Flying skill level Intermediate/advanced.
Kit features.
Ready-made—minimal assembly & finishing required.
Ready-covered covering.
Photo-illustrated step-by-step Assembly Manual.
Made in Vietnam
PERCIVAL
MEW GULL
ASSEMBLY MANUAL
.1.25 - 1.50 ----------------------- 4-stroke.
MS: SEA 98

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  • Page 1 PERCIVAL MEW GULL MS: SEA 98 ASSEMBLY MANUAL “Graphics and specifications may change without notice”. Specifications Wing span-------------------------------------74 in---------------------------------- 188cm. Wing area------------------------------------797.2 sq.in-------------------- 51.4 sq.dm. Approximate flying weight----------------10.1-11lbs------------------------4.6 - 5kg. Length------------------------------------------60.7in------------------------------154.3cm. Recommended engine size--------------1.20 cu.in------------------------ 2-stroke. .1.25 - 1.50 ----------------------- 4-stroke. ELECTRIC CONVERSION : OPTIONAL.
  • Page 2: Instruction Manual

    You will find that most of the work has been done for you already. The motor mount has been fitted and the hinges are pre-installed . Flying the PERCIVAL MEW GULL is simply a joy. This instruction manual is designed to help you build a great flying aeroplane. Please read this manual thoroughly before starting assembly of your PERCIVAL MEW GULL.
  • Page 3: Hinging The Ailerons

    This will ensure proper assembly as Hinge. the PERCIVAL MEW GULL is made from natural materials and minor ad- justments may have to be made. The 3) Slide the wing panel on the aileron until paint and plastic parts used in this kit there is only a slight gap.
  • Page 4: Hinging The Elevator

    Instruction Manual PERCIVAL MEW GULL 7) Repeat this process with the other wing AILERON CONTROL HORN panel, securely hinging the aileron in place. 8) After both ailerons are securely hinged, Aileron control horn installation: See pictures firmly grasp the wing panel and aileron to...
  • Page 5: Rudder Control Horn

    www.seagullmodels.com RUDDER CONTROL HORN. ELEVATOR CONTROL HORN. Install the elevator control horn using the Rudder control horn: same method as with the aileron control Using the same techniques used aileron horns. control horn. See picture below. 2 sets. 2 sets. 3x45mm.
  • Page 6: Engine Mount Installation

    Instruction Manual PERCIVAL MEW GULL 3) Carefully bend the second nylon tube ENGINE MOUNT INSTALLATION. up at a 45º angle. This tube is the vent tube. See pictures below.Make yourself the template of your engine on paper. M4 x 30mm.
  • Page 7: Fuel Tank Installation

    www.seagullmodels.com 4) Test fit the stopper assembly into the tank. It may be necessary to remove some of Vent tube. the flashing around the tank opening using a modeling knife. If flashing is present, make sure none falls into the tank. 5) With the stopper assembly in place, the weighted pick-up should rest away from the rear of the tank and move freely inside the...
  • Page 8 Instruction Manual PERCIVAL MEW GULL 2) Insert the 90 bend of one main gear wire and support mounting block into the pre- drilled hole in one mounting slot Remove covering. Pen. M3 x 25mm. Epoxy.
  • Page 9 www.seagullmodels.com Trim and cut. M3 x 10mm.
  • Page 10 Instruction Manual PERCIVAL MEW GULL Wheel. Axle. Wheel collar. M3x10mm.
  • Page 11: Mounting The Engine

    www.seagullmodels.com M3 x 10mm. 150mm. 4.2 mm diameter MOUNTING THE ENGINE. 1) Install the pushrod housing through the predrilled hole in the firewall and into the servo compartment. The pushrod housing should protrude 1/4" out past the front of the firewall. Make a Z-Bend 1/4"...
  • Page 12: Cowling Installation

    Instruction Manual PERCIVAL MEW GULL Machine Screw M3x10mm. COWLING INSTALLATION. Trim and cut. 2. Electric Conversion (Ep Power) Trim and cut. (OPTION). 4.2 mm Trim and cut.
  • Page 13 www.seagullmodels.com 4 sets. Aluminum tube. Aluminum spacers. Aluminum spacers. M6 x 120mm. Aluminum tube. Aluminum tube. M5 nut. Electric motor. M3 x 15mm. M6x 120mm. Battery hatch. Electric motor. 150mm...
  • Page 14: Spinner Installation

    Instruction Manual PERCIVAL MEW GULL C/A glue. Battery hatch. Battery SPINNER INSTALLATION. Battery hatch Needle vavle. Trim and cut. Trim and cut.
  • Page 15: Installing The Switch

    www.seagullmodels.com INSTALLING THE FUSELAGE SERVO. Throttle servo arm. Elevator servo. Elevator servo . Throttle servo . Rudder servo Rudder servo . Elevator servo. Elevator servo . INSTALLING THE AILERON SERVOS. INSTALLING THE SWITCH. Install the switch into the precut hole in the Servos.
  • Page 16 Instruction Manual PERCIVAL MEW GULL INSTALLING THE AILERON SERVOS Wing rib. Small weight. Small weight. String. Attach the string to the servo lead and carefully thread it though the wing. AILERON PUSHROD HORN INSTALLATION 85mm. M3 clevis. M3 lock nut.
  • Page 17: Wing Assembly

    www.seagullmodels.com Wing. M3 lock nut. Aileron. Masking tape. Repeat the procedure for the other wing. WING ASSEMBLY. MOUNTING THE TAIL WHEEL See pictures below. Aluminum tube diameter = 19 x 577 mm. Masking tape. M3 x 25mm. Epoxy. M3 x 25mm.
  • Page 18 Instruction Manual PERCIVAL MEW GULL INSTALLING HORIZONTAL FIN. Remove covering. Hinge slot. Epoxy. Trim and Cut. Epoxy. Pen.
  • Page 19 www.seagullmodels.com INSTALLING VERITICAL FIN. 1 ) Remove the covering as picture shown below. Covering strip. Epoxy. Hinge. C/A glue. Remove the covering. Epoxy.
  • Page 20: Installation

    Instruction Manual PERCIVAL MEW GULL Masking tape. Rudder control horn. Elevator control horn. 1) Elevator and rudder pushrods assembly ELEVATOR - RUDDER PUSHROD HORN follow pictures below. INSTALLATION. M2 clevis. M2 lock nut. Attach to elevator - rudder control horn.
  • Page 21: Installing The Receiver

    www.seagullmodels.com Elevator. C/A glue. Throttle. Rudder. Elevator. INSTALLING THE RECEIVER. Receiver. Tie Wrap. Epoxy. Antenna.
  • Page 22: Control Throws

    Instruction Manual PERCIVAL MEW GULL CONTROL THROWS. ATTACHMENT WING - FUSELAGE. We highly recommend setting up the PERCIVAL MEWGULL using the control throws listed at right. We have listed control Wing bolt. throws for both Low Rate (initial test flying/sport flying) (aerobatic flying).
  • Page 23: Preflight Check

    www.seagullmodels.com 3) Double check the balance of the air- E) Check the throttle. Moving the throttle plane. Do this with the fuel tank empty. stick forward should open the carburetor bar- 4) Check the control surfaces. All should rel. If it does not, flip the servo reversing switch move in the correct direction and not bind in on your transmitter to change the direction.
  • Page 24 Instruction Manual PERCIVAL MEW GULL of the Product. This warranty does not cover damage due to improper installation, operation, maintenance, or attempted repair by anyone other than Horizon. Return of any goods by Purchaser must be approved in writing by Horizon before shipment.

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