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Laser 200

WARNING

A radio-controlled model is not a toy and is not intended for persons under 16 years old.  Keep

this kit out of the reach of younger children, as it contains parts that could be dangerous.  A radio-

controlled model is capable of causing serious bodily injury and property damage.  It is the buyer's

responsibility to assemble this aircraft correctly and to properly install the motor, radio, and all other

equipment. Test and fly the finished model only in the presence and with the assistance of another

experienced R/C flyer.  The model must always be operated and flown using great care and common

sense, as well as in accordance with the Safety Code of the Academy of Model Aeronautics (5151

Memorial Drive, Muncie, IN 47302, 1-800-435-9262).  We suggest you join the AMA and become prop-

erly insured prior to flying this model.  Also, consult with the AMA or your local hobby dealer to find an

experienced instructor in your area.  Per the Federal Communications Commission, you are required

to use only those radio frequencies specified "for Model Aircraft."

LIMITED WARRANTY

Carl Goldberg Products, Ltd. has inspected and certified the components of this aircraft.  The company urges the buyer to perform

his own inspection, prior to assembly, and to immediately request a replacement of any parts he believes to be defective for their

intended use.  The company warrants replacement of any such components, provided the buyer requests such replacement with-

in a period of 

3

0 days from the date of purchase and provided the defective part is returned, if so requested by the company. 

No other warranty, expressed or implied, is made by the company with respect to this kit.  The buyer acknowledges and under-

stands that it is his responsibility to carefully assemble the finished flying model airplane and to fly it safely.  The buyer hereby

assumes full responsibility for the risk and all liability for personal or property damage or injury arising out of the buyer's use of the

components of this kit.

CARL GOLDBERG PRODUCTS, LTD.

P.O. Box 818 Oakwood GA 30566  Phone #678-450-0085 Fax # 770-532-2163  www.carlgoldbergproducts.com

Summary of Contents for Laser 200

Page 1: ...nications Commission you are required to use only those radio frequencies specified for Model Aircraft LIMITED WARRANTY Carl Goldberg Products Ltd has inspected and certified the components of this aircraft The company urges the buyer to perform his own inspection prior to assembly and to immediately request a replacement of any parts he believes to be defective for their intended use The company ...

Page 2: ... bond these areas CAUTION Some people may experience an allergic reaction when exposed to fumes from CA glue or epoxy As with paints thinners and solvents it is always important to use glues only where there is adequate ventilation to carry fumes away A fan is recommended Also special care must be taken when using CA as it will bond skin as well as other surfaces Before using any CA carefully read...

Page 3: ... or wood glue to confirm all areas are well glued Warnings about Lithium Polymer batteries NEVER charge Lithium Polymer batteries with a charger designed for NiCd NiMH or any other type of battery chemistry Use ONLY the chargers listed under REQUIRES or equivalent substitutes Do not allow Li Po cells to overheat at any time Cells which reach greater than 140 Fahrenheit 60C will usually become dama...

Page 4: ...ing 2 Servos 1 Electrical tape 2 Plug one 6 extension wire into one servo IMPORTANT To ensure that any connections located inside the wing will not come loose either when the wires are pulled or during flying always tape them securely together with electrical tape Installing Aileron Servos Aileron Control Horns 1 Gather the following items 2 Small Control Horns 2 Wing 2 Short pushrods 2 EZ Connect...

Page 5: ...2 Mount the the main landing gear on to the bot tom of the fuselage using the 4 40 x 1 2 bolts Note The flat side of the landing gear goes to the front Caution Use thread lock on the bolts 1 COLLECT THE FOLLOWING PARTS 1 Fuselage 1 Main Landing gear 3 4 40 x 1 2 Button Head Bolts 2 1 8 Axle with Locking nut 2 Install both axles on the landing gear Installing stabilizer 1 COLLECT THE FOLLOWING PART...

Page 6: ...n satisfied then glue the stabilizer in place using Ultra Set 5 minute epoxy Make sure the stabilizer remains both perpendicular and par allel to the wing and fuselage while the epoxy dries Elevator Installation 1 Collect the following parts 1 Fuselage With Stabilizer 2 Elevator 6 Mini CA Hinges 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the second half of the elevator 2 Insert 3 hinges half way into the elevator...

Page 7: ...per Insert the tail wheel wire into the bottom of the rudder Glue in place 4 Slide the fin into the slot on the top of the fuse lage Mark the location of the fuselage on the fin Being very careful remove the covering off the fin where the wood is only 5 Glue the fin into the fuselage using Ultra Set epoxy 6 Place 3 hinges in the rudder half way Mount the rudder to the fin 2 Remove the back plate o...

Page 8: ...levator holes Insert the back plate onto the control horn pins sticking out the top of the elevator Place a drop of glue on the pins to hold the back plate in place 4 Insert the pushrod into the tube in the fuse lage Make a 1 4 bend at the end of the pushrod and place it in the control horn Place a swivel keeper on the end of the pushrod 5 Repeat steps 2 through 4 for the rudder pushrod and contro...

Page 9: ...rness to the receiver and plug in your aileron servos Plug in the speed control Cut foam and wrap around the receiver 4 Put the receiver wrapped in foam in front of the servos Radio Installation 1 Collect the following parts 1 Fuselage 2 Micro Servos with Hardware Not Included 1 Micro Receiver Not Included 1 Servo Y Harness Not Included 2 Mini Pushrod Connectors 2 Mount your motor using the center...

Page 10: ...emaining blocks 1 Using glass cleaner and a soft cloth clean the model surface thoroughly before applying decal s Cut the decal sheets apart in sections as needed Peel the backing off the decal and apply the decal to the location desired Decal Locations Control Set Up Turn on your transmitter and plug in the receiver battery Center all the control surfaces rudder ele vator aileron If required by y...

Page 11: ...the front of the thrust washer surface the prop will mount on 3 Measure from firewall to the front of the cowl This should be approximately 2 1 4 Using your measurement from the motor adjust the length of the motor box Our motor measured 3 from table to prop hub so we cut 5 8 off the motor box length 1 8 clearance from front of cowl Cut the motor box off to the proper length cutting a 2 degree ang...

Page 12: ... bulkhead 9 Cut two blocks of wood 1 4 thick by 3 4 x 1 and mount the throttle servo to them Install an e z connector on the output arm 11 Bolt the muffler in place and cut a scrap piece of paper to fit around it Tape the paper to the bottom of the fuse lage remove material 7 Drill a 3 16 hole in the firewall in line with your throttle output arm and flush with the bottom floor Install a 2 56 push...

Page 13: ...e needle valve and glow plug access hole This completes the glow fuel conversions Balance the model in the same place as the electric We used the same spinner as the electric version Carl Goldberg 1 3 4 Props from 8 3 to 9 5 will work on the 15 just make sure you motor will turn the prop you choose at the proper RPM 14 Up grade the servos from micro to mini It may be necessary to reinforce the mou...

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