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ARF MODEL
74in SLICK540 30CC & 120E
Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 ARF MODEL 74in SLICK540 30CC & 120E Instruction Manual...
  • Page 2 By the act of using the final assembled model, the purchaser/operator accepts all resulting liability. ARF MODELS WARRANTY AND RETURN POLICY We guarantee that the plane is in perfect condition at purchase. The warranty will be voided after modifications and usages. If you have any questions or find any issues, please contact the distributors in...
  • Page 3: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS WING SPAN: 74"(1880mm) LENGTH: 72"(1830mm) WING AREA: 1028sq in(66.3sq dm) FLYING WEIGHT: Gas Version is 9.7-10.5lbs(4400-4700g) Electric Version is 9-10lbs(4100-4500g) Glow: .91-1.20(2C) 1.10-1.40(4C) Gas: 26CC-38CC Gas DLE30 DLE35 Electric Power: KUZA EXM 5420 185KV with 12S 3300-4000mAh 18x10 prop KUZA EXM 5420 280KV with 8S 3700-4400mAh 18x10 prop DUSKY XM6350EA-12 with 8S 3700-4400mAh 18x10 prop Or other 1800-2000Watt electric motor...
  • Page 4  Air exit opeing behind the rudder servo for electric set-ups  Includes Side Force Generator’s(SFG)  Two latch quick release canopy for 120E version.
  • Page 5  ALU Canopy Bolts for 30CC version.  Full length Tuned pipe tunnel designed into fuselage for 30CC Version.  Anodized aluminum Long servo arms included...
  • Page 6  Servo extension safety connector clips  High performance cap head screws  Flat nylon hinges for better flying strength...
  • Page 7 High quality 2.5mm ball links assembly   New dual fiberglass horn assembly  New Carbon fiber tail wheel assembly...
  • Page 8  High-quality durable rubber wheels  Improved new Axle (the material of Axle is stainless steel )  Two options for landing gear: Anodized 6061 Aluminum or Carbon fiber Carbon fiber landing gear...
  • Page 9  Larger carbon fiber wing tube diameter than V1 Previous versions. Scheme A Yellow/white /black...
  • Page 10 Scheme B Red /white /black...
  • Page 11 Items Required to Complete This Model:  26-38CC Gas engine  Two switches with charging jacks for the Rx Motor  Appropriate propeller for your  Two high quality Rx batteries of significant  All required engine and exhaust mounting hardware capacity to power your choice of servos.
  • Page 12  Thick and Thin CA adhesives  30 minute Epoxy  Isopropyl alcohol  Ruler or tape measure  Blue thread-lock or equivalent Note: As with all kits, it’s a good idea to read all the instructions and study the parts before you begin construction.
  • Page 13 Make sure to sand the horns so the surface is rough to glue correctly.  Pushrods: (Bag No. KA03CB3) Two 2.5x60mm Pushrods for aileron. Two 2.5x130mm Pushrods for elevator.One 2.5x110mm for rudder(Pull-push style) Pull-pull setup for the rudder.
  • Page 14 Ball links: 8 for aileron and elevator. Servo arms: 4 single arms for aileron and elevator. 1 dual arm for rudder. 5 Servo extension safety connector clips...
  • Page 15 Main rubber wheels:2PCS New stainless steel Axle kits: 2PCS New Carbon fiber tail wheel assembly.
  • Page 16 Side force generators (Four 3x20mm Hexagon bolts & 4 Washers & 2 balsa sheet) 4mm ALU canopy bolts & 12mm PTFE washers for 30CC gas version Engine mount for 30CC version Screews for landing gear: 4(4x20mm) Hexagon bolts & 4mm stainless steel Self-locking nuts & washers...
  • Page 17 Bolts & washers for cowl: 4(3x14mm) Hexagon bolts and 2(10mm) PTFE washers and 2 wsahers 4 allen key wrenches 8 POM & ALU washers for 120E motor...
  • Page 18: Wing Assembly

    Wing Assembly NOTE: There are pictures of different planes in this manual, however, this plane’s wings is assembled the same way. 1. It is much easier to install the twin control horns before installing the wing. Locate the fiberglass aileron control horns, ball links, and associated bolts and nylon-insert lock nuts. Use some fine sandpaper to roughen up the center areas of the two control horns so that the glue adheres better.
  • Page 19 8. Cut the covering from the aileron servo openings from corner to corner and iron down inside the openings. Connect servo wire extensions to your servos and secure the connections with the supplied clips, your own clips, or tape. Feed the servo wires into the wing and out the root. Install the servos and screw firmly in place.
  • Page 20: Elevator Assembly

    Elevator Assembly NOTE: Some pictures are of different planes in this manual, however, this plane’s elevator is assembled the same way. 1.Cut the covering over the hole for elevator on the fuselage. Glue the elevator to the fuselage. Making sure it’s centered.
  • Page 21 3,Glue the hinge for the elevator the same way as the main wings. 4.Install the horns the same way as the horns on the aileron. Use your radio to set the servo center position and install the large control horn onto the servo. Assemble the control rod and ball links and adjust the control linkage for proper geometry.
  • Page 22 5.To install the horizontal stabilizers you first need to install two 18” servo wire extensions in the fuselage so that they extend from the radio compartment to the rear openings. 6.There is an option to use one servo or two servos for the elevator. If using one servo, the 2 parts of the elevator need to be connected by the fiberglass block with glue as shown below.
  • Page 23: Rudder Assembly

    We recommend using KUZA 1.5” aluminium CNC servo arm (sold separately) for wing control. Rudder Assembly 1. Install the fiberglass control horns in the same way as you did the elevator horns.
  • Page 24 2.The SLICK is supplied with a high quality set of pull-pull cables and ball-links. 3.Locate the pull-pull cable set, threaded couplers, brass swaging tubes, and ball-links. If the cable is one long piece, cut it into two equal length pieces. Thread one end of the one cable through a brass tube and then through one of the threaded couplers.
  • Page 25 5.Use your radio system to center the rudder servo and attach either the supplied arm or an appropriate arm for your servo. Thread one of the ball links about half way onto one of the threaded couplers. Feed the loose end of one of the cables through a brass tube and then through the threaded coupler. Holding the rudder centered, adjust the cable length as tight as possible while checking the ball link position over the servo arm.
  • Page 26 7. We recommend using KUZA 3.25” aluminium CNC servo arm (sold separately) for rudder control. 8.The SLICK also provide pull-push style for rudder. Cut off excess fiberglass rudder horn, and use sandpaper to roughen up the parts needed to inlay. Use epoxy glue to glue the rudder horn.
  • Page 27: Tail Wheel Installation

    Use 2.5X110mm push rod install rudder sliding systems. 9. We recommend using KUZA 1.5” aluminium CNC servo arm (sold separately) for rudder control. Tail Wheel Installation...
  • Page 28 1. Begin the tail wheel assembly by installing the hollow hex bolt and lock nut into the large hole at the rear of the tail wheel bracket. 2. Slide 3 wheel collars and the wheel onto the pre-bent tail wheel wire and tighten in place with thread lock as shown below.
  • Page 29 3.Install steering rod, again, the use of thread-lock on any metal to metal screw is advised. 4.There are 3 pre-installed blind nuts on the rear of the fuselage, locate the screw holes and puncture the covering. Then install the CF tail wheel bracket with M3X16 self-threaded screw.
  • Page 30 5.Drill a screw hole on the bottom of rudder, 190-210 mm away from the hinge line, with 2 mm drill bit. Secure one end of the wheel spring with a M3X12mm self-threaded screw, then hook the other end onto the steering rod.
  • Page 31: Main Landing Gear Installation

    Main Landing Gear Installation NOTE: There are pictures of different planes in this manual, however, this plane’s landing gear is assembled the same way. 1. Locate the 2 fiberglass landing gear fairings and the black silicone tubing. Cut through one wall of the tubing along the length.
  • Page 32 2. Bolt the main gear to the bottom of the fuselage using the supplied screws and stainless steel Self-locking nuts. Place the bolts in through the can tunnel opening with appropriate size spanner. Remember the gear will rake forward. 3. Adjust the position of the landing gear fairings, the secure with glue (shoe goo type).
  • Page 33 4. Install the wheel axles to the landing gear and tighten the nylon-insert lock nut. Install one wheel collar onto the axle. Use a second wheel collar as a guide to leave a gap on the inboard of the axle. Use a small drop of thread-lock and tighten in place.
  • Page 34: Engine Installation

    For 30CC version,Engine, Exhaust, & Fuel System Installation Engine Installation NOTE: There are pictures of different planes in this manual, however, this plane’s engine is assembled the same way. 1. Select the proper guide for your engine and drill the holes and cut out the center as indicated. Notice that the engine center line is offset to the left to compensate for the right thrust built into the engine box.
  • Page 35 stand offs, mount your engine securely using bolts, washers, and locknuts. The use of thread-lock is also highly essential for the engine bolts. 3. Mount the ignition module according to the manufacturer’s instructions. The best place to mount it is on the side of the engine box.
  • Page 36 5. Assemble the throttle servo mount using the supplied laser cut parts or there is a servo cutout in the bottom of the engine box for 28cc-38cc engines. Mount your throttle servo and complete your linkage setup. A hole will need to be drilled on the firewall to allow the pushrod to connect to the throttle arm on the carb.
  • Page 37 A barb on the bottom of the fuselage can be fitted for the vent. 120E Electric vision Motor Installation 1.This SLICK can also be flown with a brushless motor set-up. 74in SLICK 120E 3.Find the washers for motor installation in the 120E version hardware package.There are 4 POM washers,and 4 ALU washers.
  • Page 38 4. Blind nuts are pre-installed behind the firewall. Since the position of cowl is fixed and length of motors varies, you may need to use provided washers to position you motor properly. 5. Fix the battery with both Velcro and straps.
  • Page 39: Cowling Installation

    COWLING INSTALLATION NOTE: There are pictures of different planes in this manual, however, this plane’s cowling is assembled the same way. 1. The cowl is secured with four 3 X 14mm bolts and washers.Apply nutlock onto the bolts as the vibration from the gas engine will shake them come loose.
  • Page 41 FINAL RADIO SYSTEM INSTALLATION 1. Whether you 72 MHz systems or the newer 2.4 GHz systems, proper radio installation and care is vital to the safe and reliable operation of your aircraft. Follow the manufacturer’s instruction for installation guidance of receivers and batteries paying attention to factors such as vibration isolation, adequate cooling, and clearances.
  • Page 42 Recommended control surface deflections: Low Rate High Rate Elevator 15 degrees 45-50 degrees Rudder 25 degrees 40-45 degrees Ailerons 25 degrees 35-40 degrees FINAL ASSEMBLY AND PRE-FLIGHT INSPECTIONS 1. Before arriving at your flying field, be sure all your batteries are properly charged and all radio systems are in proper working order.
  • Page 43 4. Fill your fuel tank making sure your vent line is not plugged or capped. With the canopy off, this is a good time to check for any fuel leaks. 5. Position the canopy in place and tighten the ALU Canopy Bolts. Be sure to use the supplied rubber washers under the screw heads.
  • Page 44 For Hitec servo(24T): 39mm/1.5in Single No. KAG0S72H 84mm/3.25in Dual No. KAG0D72H For JR servo(23T): 39mm/1.5in Single No. KAG0S72J 84mm/3.25in Dual No. KAG0D72J...
  • Page 45 * KUZA new Wingbag for 74in SLICK Two color to choose: red/ black, blue / silver No. KAG0093 *3in C.F Spinner with Alu base ( for electric) No. KAG0126 *3in Nylon Spinner No. KAG0187...
  • Page 46 *3in Nylon Spinner with Aluminium Backplate No. KAG0197...

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