Fuselage Assembly; Hardware Pack; Instruction Manual - Seagull Models DECATHLON ARTF Assembly Manual

DECATHLON
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the DECATHLON ARTF by SEAGULL MODELS. The DECATHLON was
designed with the intermediate/advanced sport flyer in mind. It is a semi scale airplane which is
easy to fly and quick to assemble. The airframe is conventionally built using balsa, plywood and
veneer to make it stronger than the average ARTF , yet the design allows the aeroplane to be kept
light. You will find that most of the work has been done for you already. The pushrods are pre-made
to the correct lengths, the motor mount has been fitted and the hinges are pre-installed and pinned
for security. Flying the DECATHLON 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 DECATHLON . Use the parts listing below to
identify all parts.
WARNING
Please be aware that this aeroplane is not a toy and if assembled or used incorrectly it is
capable of causing injury to people or property. WHEN YOU FLY THIS AEROPLANE YOU
ASSUME ALL RISK & RESPONSIBILITY.
If you are inexperienced with basic R/C flight we strongly recommend you contact your R/C supplier
and join your local R/C Model Flying Club. R/C Model Flying Clubs offer a variety of training
procedures designed to help the new pilot on his way to successful R/C flight. They will also be able
to advise on any insurance and safety regulations that may apply.
ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED
.40-.46 2-stroke engine.
.50-.72 4-stroke engine.
Computer radio with six servos.
Glow plug to suit engine.
Propeller to suit engine.
Protective foam rubber for radio
system.
Silicone fuel line.
TOOLS & SUPPLIES NEEDED
Thick cyanoacrylate glue.
30 minute epoxy.
5 minute epoxy.
Hand or electric drill.
Assorted drill bits.
Modelling knife.
Straight edge ruler.
2mm ball driver.
Phillips head screwdriver.
220 grit sandpaper.
90° square or builder's triangle.
Wire cutters.
Masking tape & T-pins.
Thread-lock.
Paper towels.
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Instruction Manual

PARTS LISTING

FUSELAGE ASSEMBLY

(1) Fuselage.
WING ASSEMBLY
(1) Right wing half with pre-installed
aileron.
(1) Left wing half with pre-installed
aileron.
(1) Plywood wing dihedral brace.
(1) Covering strip for centre section
joint.
Tail section assembly
(1) Vertical stabilizer with pre-
installed rudder.
(1) Horizontal stabilizer with pre-
installed elevator halves.
Some more parts.

HARDWARE PACK

COWLING.
Landing gear.....