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WARRANTY.....
from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of purchase. This warranty
does not cover any component parts damaged by use or modifi cation. In no case shall
Top Flite's liability exceed the original cost of the purchased kit. Further, Top Flite
reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice.
In that Top Flite has no control over the fi nal assembly or material used for fi nal
assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any damage resulting from
the use by the user of the fi nal user-assembled product. By the act of using the user-
assembled product, the user accepts all resulting liability.
READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE STARTING CONSTRUCTION. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF THIS MODEL.
Top Flite Models Champaign, IL
Entire Contents © Copyright 2008
Top Flite Models guarantees this kit to be free
Telephone (217) 398-8970, Ext. 5
If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this
product, the buyer is advised to return this kit immediately in new and unused
condition to the place of purchase.
To make a warranty claim send the defective
part or item to Hobby Services at the address:
Include a letter stating your name, return shipping address, as much contact information
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description of the problem and a photocopy of the purchase receipt. Upon receipt of
the package the problem will be evaluated as quickly as possible.
Wingspan: 69 in [1755mm]
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Wing Area: 730 sq in [47.1 dm
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Weight: 8.5-9.5 lb [3855-4310g]
Wing Loading: 27-30 oz/sq ft [82-91 g/dm
Length: 51 in [1295mm]
Radio: 6 channel w/8 servos
Engine: .60 cu in [10cc] two-stroke,
.70-.91 cu in [11.5-15cc] four-stroke
Hobby Services
3002 N. Apollo Dr. Suite 1
Champaign IL 61822 USA
airsupport@top-fl ite.com
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- Page 1 Include a letter stating your name, return shipping address, as much contact information In that Top Flite has no control over the fi nal assembly or material used for fi nal as possible (daytime telephone number, fax number, e-mail address), a detailed assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any damage resulting from description of the problem and a photocopy of the purchase receipt.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
For the latest technical updates or manual corrections If you would like photos of full-size AT-6s for scale PREPARATIONS ............. 6 to the AT-6 Texan visit the Top Flite web site at www. documentation, or if you would like to study the ASSEMBLE THE WING .......... 6 top-fl... -
Page 3: Decisions You Must Make
4. You must use an R/C radio system that is in fi rst- ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED We, as the kit manufacturer, provide you with a top class condition, and a correctly sized engine and quality, thoroughly tested kit and instructions, but components (fuel tank, wheels, etc.) throughout the ADHESIVES AND BUILDING SUPPLIES ultimately the quality and fl... -
Page 4: Optional Supplies And Tools
Fax: (217) 398-7721 Locator (GPMR8130) E-mail: airsupport@top-fl ite.com • The AT-6 is factory-covered with Top Flite MonoKote ® fi lm. Should repairs ever be required, MonoKote can be patched with additional MonoKote purchased separately. -
Page 5: Ordering Replacement Parts
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts for the Top Flite AT-6 ARF, use the order numbers in the Replacement Parts List that follows. Replacement parts are available only as listed. Not all parts are available separately (an aileron cannot be purchased separately, but is only available with the wing kit). -
Page 6: Preparations
PREPARATION ASSEMBLE THE WING ❏ 1. If you have not done so already, remove the INSTALL THE FLAPS/AILERONS major parts of the kit from the box and inspect for 1" damage. If any parts are damaged or missing, contact Do the bottom right wing fi rst so your work Product Support at the address or telephone number matches the photos the fi... - Page 7 the holes in the trailing edge of the wing. Insert the fl ap into the wing. Align the hinges with the pivot point in the hinge pocket and so the hinge pivots perpendicular to the leading edge of the fl ap. Be sure the fl...
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Page 8: Install The Aileron/Flap Servos And Pushrods
remove a servo mounting screw into each of the holes you have drilled. Apply a drop of thin CA into INSTALL THE AILERON/FLAP SERVOS the holes to harden the threads. Once the glue has cured install the servo onto the servo cover using the AND PUSHRODS hardware included with your servo. - Page 9 ❏ ❏ [10mm] screw into each of the holes. Apply a couple 12. Place the servo onto the servo mounting drops of thin CA into the holes to harden the threads. blocks. Drill through the servo mounting holes with Once the glue has hardened attach the horn to the a 1/16"...
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Page 10: Install The Wing Joiners & Join The Wing Halves
INSTALL THE WING JOINERS AND JOIN THE WING HALVES Important! Be sure to take your time and follow the instructions for installing the wing joiners. Because of the unusual angles of the joiner it can be confusing. Taking your time will insure a proper assembly. It is recommended that you read completely through the instructions and pay attention to the pictures before proceeding with the joiner and joining the wing. - Page 11 ❏ 2. Slide the wing panels in position, making sure that they fi t the joiner properly and are fl ush to the center section. ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ 7. Tie the aileron and fl ap servo lead string from 9.
- Page 12 edge of the wing. Once fully inserted, mark the dowel with a pencil to know how much of the dowel to apply glue to. Apply epoxy into the holes in the leading edge of the wing center section and a fi lm of epoxy onto the dowels.
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Page 13: Install The Retract Landing Gear And Wheels
INSTALL THE RETRACTABLE LANDING GEAR thread locker onto the set screw. Then re-insert it and tighten it against the landing gear wire. Do this for AND WHEELS both gear. ❏ ❏ 5. On the marks you made for the location of the landing gear drill a 1/8"... - Page 14 5mm wheel collars. Slide one wheel collar onto the axle followed by the wheel and another wheel collar. Position the outer wheel collar at the end of the axle and then tighten the set screw against the fl at spot you created on the axle.
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Page 15: Build The Fuselage
BUILD THE FUSELAGE INSTALL THE STABILIZERS, ELEVATORS AND RUDDER For the installation of the stabilizer you will need to have rubbing alcohol on hand for clean up. If you do not have any, DO NOT START THIS INSTALLATION ❏ 3. Inside of the line you have marked, cut the UNTIL YOU DO! It is suggested that you read the covering from the stabilizer following the method in next few steps to better understand the process... - Page 16 ❏ trailing edge of the stab. Be careful not to get glue on 7. Locate one of the 2-56 x 36" [914mm] pushrod the wire. wires. Onto the threaded end of the wire install a silicone clevis keeper, 2-56 nut and a 2-56 metal clevis, 15 to 20 turns.
- Page 17 should be small, just enough to see light through or to slip a piece of paper through. Apply six drops of thin CA to the top and bottom of each hinge. Do not use CA accelerator. After the CA has fully hardened, test the hinges by pulling on the elevator.
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Page 18: Install The Engine Fuel Tank & Throttle Servo
Secure the horn to the rudder with #2 x 3/8" Then tighten the bolts. [10mm] screws. Did you know…The AT-6 Texan became the classroom for the majority of the Allied pilots who fl ew in World War II, and trained several hundred thousand pilots in 34 different countries. - Page 19 the center slots of the battery/receiver/fuel tank tray. Put the tray in position in the front of the fuselage. Note that the tray is cut at an angle to match the right thrust that is built into the fi rewall. On the front of the tray there are three tabs that will lock into slots in the back of the fi...
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Page 20: Install The Radio System
INSTALL THE RADIO SYSTEM ❏ 1. Remove the fuel tank and the tray from the fuselage and set it aside. CUT OFF UNUSED ❏ ARMS 2. Use the wire pushrods as your guide for positioning the rudder and elevator servos. Install the servos using the same procedure used for the other servos, mounting them onto the servo rails. -
Page 21: Final Set-Up Of The Retract Servo
❏ become unplugged. Mount the switch on the fuselage FINAL SET-UP OF THE RETRACTABLE 4. The retracts move the landing gear up and down opposite the exhaust. There are a number of after LANDING GEAR SERVO by either pulling the wires or pushing them. Pulling market switch mounts. -
Page 22: Install The Cowl & Dummy Engine
you drilled. Repeat this for each of the four mounting INSTALL THE COWL & DUMMY ENGINE blocks. As you drill each hole double check to be sure your cowl remains centered on the engine. Remove the screws and cowl. Apply a couple drops of thin CA into the holes to harden the threads. - Page 23 ❏ ❏ ❏ 8. Drill a 1/8" [3mm] hole into each of the crankcases 10. Slide the dummy engine over the engine shaft, 12. Re-install the cowl. Install your propeller and as shown. and then slide the cowl in place. Rotate the dummy spinner.
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Page 24: Install The Cockpit & Remaining Scale Details
INSTALL THE COCKPIT AND REMAINING instrument panel back 4-1/4" [107mm]. This is where the front legs of the post should be glued. Glue the SCALE DETAILS turn-over post in place at that position ❏ 3. Locate the plastic instrument panel housing and glue the instrument panel into it. - Page 25 ❏ ❏ 7. Place the canopy over the cockpit. You can either 9. There are two air scoops. One is taller than the glue it permanently to the fuselage or mount it with other. The taller of the two will be mounted to the left screws.
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Page 26: Apply The Decals
APPLY THE DECALS Cut the decals from the decal sheet. Use the these pictures and the pictures on the box for determining where to place the decals. -
Page 27: Get The Model Ready To Fly
SET THE CONTROL THROWS Did you know…Few aircraft make the jump from mere machine to legend, and the AT-6 Texan can stand proudly beside the likes of the Sopwith Camel, B-17 Flying Fortress, B-24 Liberator, Spitfi re, or the P-51 Mustang. -
Page 28: Balance The Model (C.g.)
balanced up-side down. The C.G. is located 4-1/4" BALANCE THE MODEL (C.G. These are the recommended [108mm] back from the leading edge of the bottom control surface throws: wing, measured where the center section of the wing More than any other factor, the C.G. (balance point) and the outer wing panel join. -
Page 29: Balance The Model Laterally
fl ying events. Fill out the identifi cation tag on the decal sheet and place it on or inside your model. We use a Top Flite Precision Magnetic Prop Balancer BALANCE THE MODEL LATERALLY (TOPQ5700) in the workshop and keep a Great Planes CHARGE THE BATTERIES Fingertip Prop Balancer (GPMQ5000) in our fl... -
Page 30: Engine Safety Precautions
ENGINE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AMA SAFETY CODE (EXCERPTS) 4) I will operate my model using only radio control frequencies currently allowed by the Federal Read and abide by the following excerpts from the Communications Commission. Academy of Model Aeronautics Safety Code. For Failure to follow these safety precautions may 5) I will not knowingly operate my model within the complete Safety Code refer to Model Aviation... -
Page 31: Flying
❏ FLYING TAKEOFF 7. Add a drop of oil to the axles so the wheels will turn freely. ❏ Before you get ready to takeoff, see how the model 8. Make sure all hinges are securely glued The AT-6 is a great-fl ying model that fl ies smoothly and handles on the ground by doing a few practice runs at in place. -
Page 32: Flight
FLIGHT LANDING the tail on the ground, regaining tail wheel control. From our experience, this plane lands best if you do For reassurance and to keep an eye on other traffi c, To initiate a landing approach, lower the throttle while a two point landing on the main wheels rather than it is a good idea to have an assistant on the fl...
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