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INSTRUCTIONS FOR FINAL ASSEMBLY

Specifications:

Wing Span: 35 Inches
Wing Area: 318 Square Inches
The Wattage Live Wire EP is distributed exclusively by
Length: 32.5 Inches
Global Hobby Distributors 18480 Bandilier Circle,
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Weight RTF: 15 - 17 Ounces
Functions: Ailerons, Elevator, Rudder and Throttle
Power: 370 Motor w/B.B. Gear Box & Nylon Propeller
Radio: 4 Channel Micro w/4 Servos & 30 AMP ESC
Battery: 8 Cell 800Mah 5/4AAA NiMH
All contents copyright © 2002, Global Hobby
Distributors Version V1.0 December 2002
Kit Product Number 128435
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Visit our website at http://watt-age.globalhobby.com for information on other Wattage products

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  • Page 1: Specifications

    INSTRUCTIONS FOR FINAL ASSEMBLY Specifications: Wing Span: 35 Inches Wing Area: 318 Square Inches The Wattage Live Wire EP is distributed exclusively by Length: 32.5 Inches Global Hobby Distributors 18480 Bandilier Circle, Fountain Valley, CA 92708 Weight RTF: 15 - 17 Ounces Functions: Ailerons, Elevator, Rudder and Throttle Power: 370 Motor w/B.B.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Section 11: Control Systems Installation ......20 Section 12: Final Assembly ........... 24 Section 13: Balancing the Live Wire EP ....... 27 Section 14: Lateral Balancing the Live Wire EP ....28 Section 15: Control Throws ........... 28 Section 16: Computer Radio Setup ........29 Section 17: Preflight Check &...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the new Wattage Live Wire EP. Before completing the final assembly of your new airplane, please carefully read through this instruction manual in its entirety. Doing so will ensure your success the first time around!

  • Page 4: Section 1: Our Recommendations

    1 ounce including the wiring and switch. Special Note: Most 15 Amp ESCs don't support the use of more than three servos. Since the Live Wire EP uses four servos you most likely will have to use a 20 - 30 Amp ESC. Check the specifications of the ESC you choose to make sure it will support the use of four servos.

  • Page 5: Section 2: Tools And Supplies Required

    Here's a List of What We Used to Finish Our Live Wire EP: QTY. 1 759118 Hitec Micro 555 5Ch. Receiver Note: To minimize current loss, we suggest soldering Hitec Dual Conversion FM RX Crystal the motor wires directly to the ESC and replacing the QTY.

  • Page 6: Section 3: Kit Contents

    SECTION 3: KIT CONTENTS We have organized the parts as they come out of the box for easier identification during assembly. Before you begin assembly, group the parts as we list them below. This will ensure that you have all of the parts before you begin assembly and it will also help you become familiar with each part.

  • Page 7: Section 4: Replacement Parts

    WARNING The Live Wire EP includes a foam wing, fuselage, stabilizer and rudder. It is very important that you use no solvents, Cyanoacrylate (C/A) glue, or paint that can damage foam. If any of these chemicals comes in contact with the foam parts, the parts will be destroyed and will not be covered under warranty.

  • Page 8: Section 6: Wing Assembly And Mounting

    SECTION 6: WING ASSEMBLY & MOUNTING YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING PARTS FROM THE KIT: (1) Fuselage (1) Left & Right Ailerons (1) Left & Right Wing Panels YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING TOOLS AND SUPPLIES: Kwik Bond 5 Minute Epoxy Paper Towels Excel Modeling Knife Rubbing Alcohol Ruler...
  • Page 9 Step 2: Hinging the Ailerons Hinge each aileron to the wing using a strip of clear plastic tape. Apply the tape to the top of the parts, making sure there is no more than a continuous 1/16" wide gap between the leading edge of the ailerons and the wing. There must be a 1/16"...
  • Page 10 When satisfied with the alignment, turn the fuselage over and push the wing into place firmly until there are few or no gaps between the wing and the fuselage. You may have to lightly sand the wing mount so that it matches the contour of the wing more precisely. With the wing held firmly in position, use a ruler to check and make sure that the top of the fuselage is perfectly flat.

  • Page 11: Section 7: Stabilizer Assembly And Installation

    SECTION 7: STABILIZER ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING PARTS FROM THE KIT: (1) Prebent Elevator Joiner Wire (1) Horizontal Stabilizer w/Elevator Halves (1) Fiberglass Dowel (1) Elevator Reinforcement Board - 2 Parts (1) Self-Adhesive White Tape YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING TOOLS AND SUPPLIES: Kwik Bond 5 Minute Epoxy 220 Grit Sandpaper w/Sanding Block Excel Modeling Knife...
  • Page 12 Remove the elevator joiner wire and set it aside. Using a ruler and a modeling knife, carefully cut a very shallow groove in each elevator half using the impression left in the foam as a guide. Don't cut too deeply. You don't want to cut through the top of the elevators.
  • Page 13 Using a builder's triangle and a pencil, draw a centerline mark on the top of the stabilizer, at the leading edge. Using a ruler and a pencil, measure out 3/8" from the centerline mark at the leading edge and draw a mark. Do this on both sides of the centerline mark, as shown.
  • Page 14 Now look carefully from the front of the fuselage at both the wing and the stabilizer. When aligned properly, the stabilizer should be level with the wing. If it is not level, remove the stabilizer and use 220 grit sandpaper to carefully sand down the high side of the mounting slot until the correct alignment is achieved.

  • Page 15: Section 8: Rudder And Tail Wheel Installation

    SECTION 8: RUDDER & TAIL WHEEL INSTALLATION YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING PARTS FROM THE KIT: (1) Rudder (1) Plastic Tail Wheel Retainer (1) Tail Wheel Bracket w/Wire (2) Nylon Hinges (1) Plastic Tail Wheel YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING TOOLS AND SUPPLIES: Kwik Bond 5 Minute Epoxy Pencil ®...
  • Page 16 Carefully hand-drill a 1/16" diameter hole into the back of the fuselage at each of the two marks you drew. ® Apply a thin layer of lightweight oil or Vaseline to the pivot point of each hinge. Hinge the rudder to the fuselage using 5 minute epoxy. Remove any excess epoxy using a paper towel and rubbing alcohol, and allow the epoxy to set up.

  • Page 17: Section 9: Main Landing Gear Installation

    SECTION 9: MAIN LANDING GEAR INSTALLATION YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING PARTS FROM THE KIT: (1) Prebent Main Gear Wire (2) Plastic Main Gear Wheels (2) Plastic Main Gear Wheel Retainers (1) Nylon Main Gear Mounting Plate YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING TOOLS AND SUPPLIES: Kwik Bond 5 Minute Epoxy Paper Towels Needle Nose Pliers...

  • Page 18: Section 10: Motor/Gear Box Installation

    SECTION 10: MOTOR/GEAR BOX INSTALLATION YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING PARTS FROM THE KIT: (1) 370 Size Motor w/Ball Bearing Gear Box (1) Molded Plastic Fuselage Top Deck (1) Plywood Motor Mounting Plate (2) M3 Flat Washers (3) M2.5 x 12 Wood Screws YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING TOOLS AND SUPPLIES: Kwik Bond 5 Minute Epoxy Pencil...
  • Page 19 After you have adhered one side of the fuselage top deck into place, use the same technique to adhere the other side into place, making sure that the base of the top deck is even with the bottom of the double-sided tape. Step 2: Installing the Motor/Gear Box Assembly Using 220 grit sandpaper with a sanding block, lightly sand the front of the fuselage to roughen the front of the...

  • Page 20: Section 11: Control Systems Installation

    Remove the gear box assembly and set it aside. Using a drill with a 1/16" diameter drill bit, drill pilot holes through the motor mounting plate at each of the three marks you drew. Set the gear box assembly back into place and realign it. Install and tighten the three M2.5 x 1 wood screws to hold the gear box assembly securely in place.
  • Page 21 Use the same techniques to install the aileron servo mounting board onto each side of the fuselage. After installing the aileron servo mounting boards, carefully trim away the portion of the mounting boards that overlap onto the fuselage top deck, using a modeling knife. Step 2: Installing the Elevator, Rudder &...
  • Page 22 Install one control horn assembly onto the elevator, aligning the center of the control horn with the mark you drew and making sure that the front of the control horn mounting plates are 1/8" behind the hinge line. IMPORTANT Install the control horn from the bottom of the elevator so that the long machine screw comes out on top of the elevator.
  • Page 23 Attach the servo horn to the Z-Bend, then attach the servo horn to the servo, making sure it's centered. Install and tighten the servo horn retaining screw, provided with your servo, to secure the servo horn into place. Center the nylon pushrod support along the length of the pushrod wire, cut a shallow slot in the fuselage side using a modeling knife, then glue the support into the slot using 5 minute epoxy.

  • Page 24: Section 12: Final Assembly

    SECTION 12: FINAL ASSEMBLY YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING PARTS FROM THE KIT: (1) Nylon Propeller (4) M2 x 5 Wood Screws (1) Double-Sided Tape (1) Spinner Assembly - Front & Back ® (2) M3 Hex Nuts (1) Velcro Mounting Material (1) Decal Set (1) Molded Plastic Cowling (1) Molded Clear Canopy...
  • Page 25 Slide the back half of the spinner assembly onto the propeller shaft and up against the propeller. IMPORTANT You will need to enlarge the two cutouts in the spinner so the edges of the spinner don't touch the propeller. Install and tighten the second M3 hex nut, using an adjustable wrench, to hold the propeller and spinner in place.
  • Page 26 Mount the ESC to the foam area in front of the receiver. Use a small piece of double-sided tape to hold it in place. Notice how we cut out a portion of the top deck to allow the battery wires to exit. This allows you to mount the receiver back more, so it doesn't interfere with battery installation and removal, and it also reduces the stress on the battery wires.

  • Page 27: Section 13: Balancing The Live Wire Ep

    C.G. back until you are comfortable with the flight characteristics of the airplane. Balance the Live Wire EP with the flight battery installed. Measure and draw two marks on the top of the wing, 3-5/16" back from the leading edge, measured at the fuselage sides.

  • Page 28: Section 14: Lateral Balancing The Live Wire Ep

    SECTION 15: CONTROL THROWS We recommend setting up the Live Wire EP using the control throws listed below. These control throws are suggested for initial test-flying because they will allow the airplane to fly smoother and make it easier to control.

  • Page 29: Section 16: Computer Radio Setup

    Chances are that if you want to set up your Live Wire EP with a computer radio to take advantage of mixing capabilities, you probably want an extreme flying machine. In that case, use the Aerobatic Flying control throws listed below.

  • Page 30: Section 17: Preflight Check & Safety

    SECTION 17: PREFLIGHT CHECK & SAFETY Check the operation of the throttle. To do this, do the following: A) Plug the flight battery into the ESC and turn on the radio system. WARNING Do not turn the receiver on unless the transmitter is turned on first. Always turn the transmitter on first. Never allow hands or clothing to get in the way of the propeller when the radio is turned on.

  • Page 31: Section 18: Flying The Live Wire Ep

    In the Air In the air the Live Wire EP is smooth and predictable. At full power, the motor and gear box produce enough torque to pull the airplane through just about any maneuver you want. You'll find that the airplane is responsive to control inputs and handles light winds with ease.

  • Page 32: Section 19: Trim Chart

    SECTION 19: TRIM CHART After you have test-flown and done the initial trim changes to the aircraft, use the Trim Chart below to begin trimming your airplane. Following and adhering to this chart will result in the ability to diagnose trim problems and correct those problems using the simple adjustments shown below.
  • Page 33 Visit our website at http://watt-age.globalhobby.com for information on other Wattage products...
  • Page 34 Need help or have any questions? Call us at 1-714-963-0329 or send us an email to service@globalhobby.net...

  • Page 35: Product Evaluation Sheet

    Your privacy is important to us. Was any of the assembly difficult for you? If yes, Kit: Wattage Live Wire EP # 128435 please explain. Where did you learn about this kit?
  • Page 36 _____________________________ _____________________________ Post Office will not deliver _____________________________ without proper postage (Return Address Here) Global Hobby Distributors Attn: Global Services 18480 Bandilier Circle Fountain Valley CA 92728-8610 Fold along dotted line Need help or have any questions? Call us at 1-714-963-0329 or send us an email to service@globalhobby.net...

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