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Specifications

Wingspan:

45 in (1440mm)

Length:

36 in (910mm)

Wing Area:

310 sq in (19.9 sq dm)

Weight w/o Battery:

22–24 oz (680–740 g)

Weight w/Battery:

27–29 oz (820–880 g)

PT-19 ARF

Assembly Manual

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Summary of Contents for PT-19 ARF

Page 1: ...Wingspan 45 in 1440mm Length 36 in 910mm Wing Area 310 sq in 19 9 sq dm Weight w o Battery 22 24 oz 680 740 g Weight w Battery 27 29 oz 820 880 g PT 19 ARF Assembly Manual Pilots not included availab...

Page 2: ...odel to the operator through the optional control line handle and allow the operator s hand movement to guide the model Either way you choose the flying options are yours with the E flite PT 19 Import...

Page 3: ...A110 Power Meter EFLC3005 Celectra 1 to 3 Cell Li Po Charger EFLC505 Intelligent 1 to 5 Cell Balancing Charger EFLA150 Military Pilot 1 or 2 Brushless Outrunner Setup EFLM1400 Park 450 Brushless Outru...

Page 4: ...as a CL model you will find a section dedicated to this in the beginning of construction when installing the aileron linkages You will find in bold print at each section what version it is for Either...

Page 5: ...he aileron cover for the control line version of your model Insert the brass pushrod connector into the outside hole of the control line aileron servo cover Use a pushrod connector backplate and plier...

Page 6: ...l Phillips screwdriver 0 1 6 minute epoxy Medium grit sandpaper Mixing cup Mixing stick Thin CA String dental floss Pliers Low tack tape This section details the installation of the aileron linkage fo...

Page 7: ...rm will also be flush with the edge of the servo cover as shown when it is positioned properly 7 Once the servo is properly positioned use a pencil to trace the servo tabs and servo edges on the servo...

Page 8: ...2 through 10 to glue the blocks on the remaining servo cover at this time Allow the epoxy to fully cure before proceeding 12 Once the epoxy has fully cured position the servo between the servo mountin...

Page 9: ...ure the extension to the servo lead so they do not become unplugged inside the wing If using string or dental floss to secure your servo lead we place a very small drop of thin CA onto the knot to ens...

Page 10: ...achine screw to secure the aileron pushrod in the brass pushrod connector Once connected remove the low tack tape from the aileron 24 Repeat steps 12 through 23 to mount the remaining aileron servo to...

Page 11: ...x 1 2 ounce 15ml of 30 minute epoxy and using an epoxy brush apply the epoxy to the root of one wing panel 6 Use a mixing stick to apply the epoxy into the joiner pocket of the wing panel 7 Apply epox...

Page 12: ...tape to hold the two wing panels together until the epoxy fully cures Clean any excess epoxy from the wing panels using rubbing alcohol and a paper towel You can use the two 4 40 x 1 inch socket head...

Page 13: ...1 Locate one of the pre assembled main landing gear There is not a right and left so either one will work Insert the landing gear into the pre drilled hole in the landing gear block on the bottom of...

Page 14: ...asher 4 4 40 locknut 2 Fuselage 4 40 x 1 2 inch socket head screw 2 Rudder pushrod wire 18 3 8 inch 467mm Elevator pushrod wire 20 1 2 inch 521mm Required Tools and Adhesives Threadlock Nut driver 1 4...

Page 15: ...event the fin from moving when it is installed 5 Locate the 18 3 8 inch 467mm rudder pushrod Insert the Z bend in the pushrod into the center hole of the rudder control horn as shown 6 Locate the 20 1...

Page 16: ...threadlock on metal to metal fasteners to prevent them from vibrating loose Rudder Servo Installation CL Option Required Parts Fuselage assembly Rudder linkage stay Connector backplate Brass pushrod...

Page 17: ...dder linkage stay to the servo tray using two 2mm x 8mm sheet metal screws Use a 1 Phillips screwdriver to tighten the screws Slide the pushrod into the pushrod connector at this time 7 Position the r...

Page 18: ...cockpit hatch by lifting it upward at the rear and sliding it back slightly to release the pegs at the front Set the cockpit hatch aside 2 Plug the rudder servo into the receiver Power up the receive...

Page 19: ...thin CA into each of the holes to harden the surrounding wood This will provide a harder surface for the screws to bite into and make them more secure when installed 7 Mount the servo to the servo tr...

Page 20: ...ng your model for both RC and CL then you will want to perform the steps in this section 1 Use a hobby knife with a new 11 blade to cut a slit in the covering on the left side of the fuselage for the...

Page 21: ...bellcrank This will provide good solid control inputs for your first flights Later on you may move to the outside hole for even more throw if you so wish 8 Carefully inspect the flanged washer Is mus...

Page 22: ...te 4 40 x 1 2 inch socket head screw 4 4 washer 4 Elevator servo tray Radio system 2mm x 4mm machine screw Required Tools and Adhesives Pin drill Drill bit 1 16 inch 1 5mm Pencil Thin CA Pliers Philli...

Page 23: ...levator servo into the opening in the servo tray inside the fuselage with the output the shaft toward the tail of the fuselage Use a pencil to mark the positions for the servo mounting screws onto the...

Page 24: ...receiver for the radio controlled version of the PT 19 If you are building the control line version please skip to the Motor Installation section of the manual 1 Use scissors to cut a piece of hook a...

Page 25: ...of the tape to the speed control 2 Apply the remaining side of the hook and loop tape from Step 1 to the inside of the fuselage as shown 3 Attach the speed control to the fuselage using the hook and...

Page 26: ...f flying control line it is common to program the ESC brake to On The PT 19 has been operated in either configuration successfully 7 Route the motor leads from the speed control forward and through th...

Page 27: ...e It should rotate counterclockwise when viewed from the front of the aircraft If not follow the instructions provided with your speed control to correct the situation Never check the motor rotation o...

Page 28: ...and with the cowl mounting plates that are inside the fuselage 4 Place the cockpit hatch back into position on the top of the fuselage 5 Slide the cowling onto the front of the fuselage Make sure the...

Page 29: ...n the surrounding wood This will provide a harder surface for the screws to bite into and make them more secure when installed 10 Use a pin drill and 1 8 inch 3mm drill bit to enlarge the holes in the...

Page 30: ...e the battery strap Pass the strap under the battery tray inside the fuselage as shown 2 Cut a piece of hook and loop material and apply it to the motor battery as shown 3 Place the opposite piece of...

Page 31: ...of the wing into the notches in the front of the wing saddle of the fuselage Use a 3 32 inch ball driver or hex wrench to install the two 4 40 x 1 inch socket head bolts and two 4 washers that secure...

Page 32: ...0 lock nut Use a 1 4 inch nut driver to tighten the nut Make sure not to over tighten the nut and crush the wing structure 5 Use a 3 32 ball driver to open the tip weight box under the right wing tip...

Page 33: ...iver of your PT 19 ARF Check the movement of the rudder using the transmitter When the stick is moved right the rudder should also move right Reverse the direction of the servo at the transmitter if n...

Page 34: ...ur personal preference Preflight Check Your Radio Before going to the field be sure that your batteries are fully charged per the instructions included with your radio Charge both the transmitter and...

Page 35: ...have two sections dedicated to help you prepare the model Control Line Built Model If you have constructed your model with the sole intent of flying it as a control line model you need only add tip we...

Page 36: ...0 When flying your PT 19 using the Power 450 motor ensure the winds are light less than 5mph and limit your aerobatic maneuvers to basic loops climbing and diving Park 480 When flying your PT 19 using...

Page 37: ...during any time of the flight you notice a decrease in pull from the model this is an indication of reduced line tension and the pilot must step back immediately to regain tension Failure to do so may...

Page 38: ...ion land immediately and do not resume flight until the cause of the problem has been ascertained and corrected Safety can never be taken lightly Do not fly near power lines Warranty Information Warra...

Page 39: ...andise until it arrives and is accepted at our facility A Service Repair Request is available at www horizonhobby com on the Support tab If you do not have internet access please include a letter with...

Page 40: ...craft flown indoors 7 I will not operate model aircraft with metal blade propellers or with gaseous boosts other than air nor will I operate model aircraft with fuels containing tetranitromethane or h...

Page 41: ...lled model aircraft shall control it during the entire flight maintaining visual contact without enhancement other than by corrective lenses that are prescribed for the pilot No model aircraft shall b...

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Page 44: ...14769 Printed 01 09 2009 Horizon Hobby Inc 4105 Fieldstone Road Champaign Illinois 61822 877 504 0233 horizonhobby com E fliteRC com...

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