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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Check before flight................11 Flight Adjustment ................11 J Perkins Distribution Ltd declares that this remote controlled model is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. A copy of the declaration of conformity can be obtained from J Perkins Distribution Ltd, Ashford rd, Lenham, Kent.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing the F9F Panther. This model is designed for the intermediate to ad- vanced flyer. The model is radio-ready and includes everything that you need to assemble and fly your F9F Panther, except for the radio transmitter and receiver. Please read the following instruc- tions carefully, assembly is easy and should only take an hour or so.

  • Page 4: Main Specifications

    Main Specifications Wingspan: 27” (685mm) Fuselage length: 28-3/4” (730mm) Flight weight: 19-1/2 oz. (552g) 64mm EDF 4300KV out-runner brushless motor. 3-cell 11.1V 1600mAh 20C lipo battery w/ genuine Deans Ultra Connector 30A ESC w/ BEC and genuine Deans Ultra Connector 3pcs.
  • Page 5 2. Apply a small amount of epoxy to one 3. Apply a small amount of epoxy to the vertical of the horizontal stabilizers. stabilizer slot for the horizontal stabilizer and glue it in place. Repeat for other side. 4. Check that horizontal stabilizers are 5.
  • Page 6 8. Insert the aileron servo wires into the 9. Apply 5-minute epoxy to the bottom of holes in the fuselage and route to Rx. the vertical stabilizer with the foam insert on the right side removed. 10. Carefully install the vertical stabilizer onto the fuselage, making sure the elevator tube goes into the exit slot.
  • Page 7 12. Slide the elevator pushrods through the tubes and attach the plastic clevises. Center the elevator servo and while holding the elevators in the neutral position, tighten the connector screw on the servo horn with a screwdriver. 13. Apply 5-minute epoxy to the nose cone and attach it to the fuselage, making sure it is aligned properly.
  • Page 8 15. If not installing the optional landing gear (sold separately), glue the front plastic nose cover on with contact adhesive or 5-minute epoxy. 16. Installing the optional landing gear (sold separately). Remove the plastic covers on the wings. Use 5-minute epoxy to install the plastic landing gear base. Next, feed the steering servo wire into the nose and glue the nose gear base in place.
  • Page 9 17. Install the battery pack in the nose and position to achieve proper center of gravity. 18. Aileron control throws are 3/8” Up and Down on Low Rates. They are 1/2” Up and Down on High Rates. 19. Elevator control throws are 3/16” Up and Down on Low Rates. They are 5/16” Up and Down on High Rates.

  • Page 10: Preparation Before Flight

    20. The Center of Gravity for the F9F Panther is 1-3/4” (45mm) back from the leading edge of the wing where it meets the fuselage. Adjust the position of the battery to achieve correct balance. Never attempt to fly a model that is not correctly balanced.

  • Page 11: Check Before Flight

    Check before flight Make sure that your transmitter is fully charged. Conduct a range test of your radio system per the manufactur- er’s specs. Check all flying surfaces for correct direction of movement, correct amount of movement and for correct center- ing, adjust as required.
  • Page 12 J Perkins Distribution, Lenham, UK www.jperkinsdistribution.co.uk...

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