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Hangar 9 Tango 40 ARF Assembly Manual

Hangar 9 Tango 40 ARF Assembly Manual

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Specifications
Wingspan .................................... 48.2 in (1225mm)
Wing Area ........................... 747 sq in (48.2 sq dm)
Length ......................................... 49.4 in (1255mm)
Weight ......................... 5.5–6.5 lb (2.5 kg–2.95 kg)
Tango 40 ARF
Assembly mAnuAl
Engine ..................................... .56–.82 Four-Stroke
....................................... .40–.52 Two-Stroke
...........................................Power 46 Electric
Radio..............4-Channel w/5 Servos (4 for electric)

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  • Page 1 Tango 40 ARF Assembly mAnuAl Specifications Wingspan ........48.2 in (1225mm) Engine ........56–.82 Four-Stroke Wing Area ......747 sq in (48.2 sq dm) ........40–.52 Two-Stroke Length ......... 49.4 in (1255mm) ...........Power 46 Electric Weight ......5.5–6.5 lb (2.5 kg–2.95 kg)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Maintaining Your Tango 40 ARF ........

  • Page 3: Using The Manual

    Using the Manual This manual is divided into sections to help make assembly easier to understand, and to provide breaks between each major section. In addition, check boxes have been placed next to each step to keep track of each step completed. Steps ...

  • Page 4: Radio And Power Systems Requirements

    Radio and Power Systems Requirements • 4-channel radio system (minimum) w/Receiver • Large Servo Arms (JSP98060) (3 pkgs) • JR Standard Switch (JSP98010) • 700mAh Ni-Cd 4-cell (JSP91010) • 18-inch Servo Lead Extension (JSP98120) (2) • Y-harness (Ailerons) (JSP98020) (Required when using 4-channel radio) or 6-inch Servo Lead Extension (JSP98110) (2) when mixing ailerons through the radio •...

  • Page 5: Warranty Period

    Warranty Period Exclusive Warranty- Horizon Hobby, Inc., (Horizon) warranties that the Products purchased (the "Product") will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase by the Purchaser. Limited Warranty (a) This warranty is limited to the original Purchaser ("Purchaser") and is not transferable. REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE PURCHASER.

  • Page 6: Questions, Assistance, And Repairs

    Questions, Assistance, and Repairs Your local hobby store and/or place of purchase cannot provide warranty support or repair. Once assembly, setup or use of the Product has been started, you must contact Horizon directly. This will enable Horizon to better answer your questions and service you in the event that you may need any assistance.

  • Page 7: Safety, Precautions, And Warnings

    Safety, Precautions, and Warnings This model is controlled by a radio signal that is subject to interference from many sources outside your control. This interference can cause momentary loss of control so it is advisable to always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model, as this margin will help to avoid collisions or injury.

  • Page 8: Section 1: Aileron Servo Installation

    Section 1: Aileron Servo Installation Required Parts   Step 2 • Wing panel w/ailerons Flex each aileron up and down a number of times to • Servo w/hardware (2) break in the hinges. • Pre-assembled 3 -inch (89mm) aileron linkage (2) Required Tools and Adhesives •...
  • Page 9 Section 1: Aileron Servo Installation     Step 4 Step 6 Tie the string that exits the servo opening to the servo Remove the servo and drill the locations for the servo extension. Use the string to pull the servo lead through mounting screws using a 1/16-inch (1.5mm) drill bit.
  • Page 10 Section 1: Aileron Servo Installation     Step 8 Step 10 Secure the servo using the screws provided with the Attach the clevis to the control horn. With the radio system servo. Remove the stock servo horn and install a long on and the aileron trim and stick centered, check that the servo arm in its place.

  • Page 11: Section 2: Landing Gear And Tail Installation

    Section 2: Landing Gear and Tail Installation Required Parts  Step 2 • Landing gear w/wheels • Fuselage Slide the threaded rods from the rudder assembly into the • 1-inch (25mm) tail wheel • Rudder assembly holes in the stabilizer. The two forward rods go through the stabilizer as shown.
  • Page 12 Section 2: Landing Gear and Tail Installation    Step 4 Step 6 Secure the tail assembly to the fuselage using two larger Attach an 18-inch (458mm) servo extension to the #4 washers and two 4-40 locknuts. Do not over-tighten rudder servo.

  • Page 13: Section 3A: Two-Stroke Engine Installation

    Section 2: Landing Gear and Tail Installation    Step 8 Step 9 Install the pre-assembled 4 -inch (114mm) rudder Repeat Steps 6 through 8 to install the elevator servo linkage. With the radio on, adjust the length of the linkage and linkage.
  • Page 14 Section 3A: Two-Stroke Engine Installation  Step 2 Position the engine on the engine mount so the drive washer is 4 inches (102mm) ahead of the firewall. Mark the location of the engine mounting bolts using a felt- tipped pen. Use a 9/64-inch (4mm) drill bit to drill the holes in the engine mount.
  • Page 15 Section 3A: Two-Stroke Engine Installation   Step 6 Step 8 Install the propeller and spinner onto the engine. Install the throttle servo into the fuselage. Turn on the Consult the instructions provided with your engine radio system and center the throttle stick and trim. Slide for further details.
  • Page 16 Section 3A: Two-Stroke Engine Installation   Step 10 Step 13 Use the radio to move the throttle to the low setting Attach the lines from the fuel tank to the engine. The using the stick and trim. Move the pushrod so the green line will attach to the fuel inlet, and the red to carburetor is closed.

  • Page 17: Section 3B: Electric Motor Installation

    Section 3B: Electric Motor Installation Required Parts  Step 2 • Fuselage • #4 washer Attach the motor to the firewall using the four • Hook and loop strap 1-inch (25mm) aluminum motor spacers and four 6-32 x 1 -inch machine screws. •Plywood battery tray (electric) •...
  • Page 18 Section 3B: Electric Motor Installation   Step 4 Step 6 Solder the appropriate connectors onto the speed control. Slide the plywood battery tray into the fuselage. Secure the tray using a 4-40 x 1/2-inch socket head screw and #4 washer. ...
  • Page 19 Section 3B: Electric Motor Installation   Step 8 Step 10 Remove the covering from the bottom of the fuselage to Turn on the radio system. Plug the batteries and speed allow for cooling air through the fuselage. control together. Use the throttle on the transmitter to check that everything is working correctly.

  • Page 20: Section 4: Final Assembly

    Section 4: Final Assembly Required Parts  Step 3 • Fuselage • Wing Place the receiver (both electric and glow) into the • Canopy • Hook and loop strap fuselage on the top of the plywood tray. Use a hook and loop strap to secure the battery to the tray as shown.
  • Page 21 Section 4: Final Assembly   Step 5 (Glow) Step 6 Place the hatch back into position on the bottom of the Use canopy glue to secure the canopy to the fuselage. fuselage. Use a 4-40 x 1/2-inch socket head screw and #4 Use masking tape to hold the canopy in position until washer to secure the hatch in position.

  • Page 22: Control Throws

    Control Throws The amount of control throw should be adjusted as closely Rudder Low Rate 2-inch (51mm) right/left as possible using mechanical means, rather than making Rudder High Rate -inch (70mm) right/left large changes electronically at the radio. By moving Note: Rudder throw is measured the position of the clevis at the control horn toward the at the bottom of the rudder.

  • Page 23: Pre-Flight

    Pre-Flight Check all the control horns, servo horns and clevises to Charge both the transmitter and receiver pack for your airplane. Use the recommended charger supplied with make sure they are secure and in good condition. Replace your particular radio system, following the instructions any items that would be considered questionable.

  • Page 24: Maintaining Your Tango 40 Arf

    Maintaining Your Tango 40 ARF The following is a check list that you should follow Checking the Control Horns every time you have completed a flying session with Inspect the control horns to make sure they have not your Tango 40. Doing so will keep your aircraft crushed the wood of the control surface.

  • Page 25: Glossary Of Terms

    Glossary of Terms • Ailerons: Each side of this airplane has a hinged • Pitch Axis: The horizontal plane on which the control surface (aileron), located on the trailing edge of airplane’s nose is raised or lowered. By moving the the wing.

  • Page 26: 2007 Official Ama National Model Aircraft Safety Code

    2007 Official AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code GENERAL 8. I will not operate model aircraft carrying pyrotechnic devices which explode burn, or propel a projectile 1. A model aircraft shall be defined as a non-human- of any kind. Exceptions include Free Flight fuses or carrying device capable of sustained flight in the devices that burn producing smoke and are securely atmosphere.

  • Page 27: National Model Aircraft Safety Code

    2007 Official AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code Radio Control 7. With the exception of events flown under official AMA rules, no powered model may be flown outdoors closer 1. All model flying shall be conducted in a manner to than 25 feet to any individual, except for the pilot and avoid over flight of unprotected people.
  • Page 28 © 2007 Horizon Hobby, Inc. 4105 Fieldstone Road Champaign, Illinois 61822 (877) 504-0233 horizonhobby.com 10842...

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