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E-flite T-34 Mentor ARF Assembly Manual

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Summary of Contents for T-34 Mentor 25e ARF

Page 1: ...ecifications Wingspan 55 in 1575mm Length 44 in 1110mm Wing Area 545 sq in 34 9 sq dm Weight w Battery 4 4 4 5 lb 1 9 2 0 kg Weight w o Battery 5 0 5 2 oz 2 2 2 3 kg T 34 Mentor 25 ePTS Assembly Manua...

Page 2: ...g the Manual This manual is divided into sections to help make assembly easier to understand and to provide breaks between each major section In addition check boxes have been placed next to each step...

Page 3: ...tment 5 piece Or Purchase Separately EFLA257 Screwdriver 1 and 2 Phillips or included with EFLA250 Covering iron Adjustable wrench Pin drill Drill bit 1 16 inch 1 5mm 5 64 inch 2mm Flat blade screwdri...

Page 4: ...modification of or to any part of the Product This warranty does not cover damage due to improper installation operation maintenance or attempted repair by anyone other than Horizon Return of any good...

Page 5: ...shipping carton Warranty Inspection and Repairs To receive warranty service you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof of purchase date Provided warranty conditions have been me...

Page 6: ...t endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the product or the property of others Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional support equipment chargers rechargeab...

Page 7: ...ning position in this section Setting the flap position for your particular level of flight skills will be covered later in the manual Hint You can skip steps 1 and 2 if you plan on installing a servo...

Page 8: ...he landing gear to the bottom of the wing using two landing gear straps four 3mm x 10mm sheet metal screws and a 2 Phillips screwdriver Attach both main gears at this time 6 Slide the two wing panels...

Page 9: ...unplugged accidentally 8 Rotate the lead in the stay so the colors align with those of the lead already installed Plug the two connectors together and slide them tight against the stay 9 Connect the f...

Page 10: ...o the slot at the rear of the fuselage Make sure the control horn faces the bottom of the fuselage Align the holes in the stabilizer with the holes in the fuselage Connect the elevator pushrod to the...

Page 11: ...ten these nuts down using an adjustable wrench 5 Align the control horn so it is 90 degrees to the rudder as shown 6 Center the control horn vertically in the slot on the side of the fuselage Use a 2...

Page 12: ...Again the use of threadlock is necessary to prevent the screw from vibrating loose 8 Screw the nylon control horn in 1 4 inch 6mm Connect the clevis from the rudder pushrod to the rudder control horn...

Page 13: ...elage by grasping the canopy at the aft edge and rocking it left to right This will disengage the magnets that hold it in place The front has two pins that key into the fuselage 2 Use the hook and loo...

Page 14: ...n wing bolts and a flat screwdriver to secure the wing to the fuselage 5 Plug the aileron lead into the receiver in the slot marked AILE The flap servo is plugged into the AUX1 slot of the receiver wh...

Page 15: ...s section is designed to help you become acquainted with the operation of the radio in correlation to the model If a flight control moves in the incorrect direction we will instruct you how to change...

Page 16: ...y is plugged in A spinning propeller can cause serious damage or injury It is always best to stay behind the propeller and keep it away from loose objects when the battery and speed control are connec...

Page 17: ...also servo arms if necessary Use both of these instructions to accomplish the following steps Checking the Elevator 5 Center the elevator stick and trim Thread the clevis in or out on the elevator pus...

Page 18: ...elevator with the radio system Pushing the elevator aileron stick forward will make the airplane elevator move down Checking the Rudder 8 Center the rudder stick and trim Thread the clevis in or out o...

Page 19: ...the rudder using the transmitter When the rudder throttle stick left side of the transmitter is moved right the rudder should also move right 10 Check the movement of the rudder using the transmitter...

Page 20: ...ck and trim Thread the clevis in or out on the aileron pushrod until the ailerons are aligned with the wing as shown 12 Check the movement of the aileron using the transmitter When the elevator ailero...

Page 21: ...ve up and the right aileron will move down Reversing Direction of Flight Controls If you find any of the control surfaces moving in the opposite direction example shown below you will need to use the...

Page 22: ...on the surface These are general guidelines measured from our own flight tests You can experiment with different rates to match your preferred style of flying 1 Turn the radio on and check that the s...

Page 23: ...m Up Down 3 8 inch 9 5mm Low Rate 3 8 inch 9 5mm Low Rate High Rate 3 4 inch 19mm Up Down 3 4 inch 19mm High Rate 3 4 inch 19mm High Rate Rudder Throw 4 Use a ruler to check the amount of throw for th...

Page 24: ...cessary following the instructions provided with the radio to achieve the following measurements Low Rate 1 4 inch 6mm Up Down 1 4 inch 6mm Low Rate 1 4 inch 6mm Low Rate High Rate 1 2 inch 13mm Up Do...

Page 25: ...ure the spinner cone to the spinner backplate 2 Check that the propeller adapter is tight using a hex wrench or screwdriver that fits into the hole in the adapter You will turn this nut counterclockwi...

Page 26: ...otor screws are tight reverse the previous steps to install the cowling propeller and spinner 5 If your aircraft does not track straight during taxi use the screw at the rudder servo and a 1 Phillips...

Page 27: ...during landing as well The setting for the flaps in this position is 1 2 inch 13mm when measured from the trailing edge of the wing to the trailing edge of the flap Intermediate Setting 2 As you cont...

Page 28: ...s the preferred position for those with flight experience as the plane will fly more like a sport aircraft and will require the greatest amount of skill for this type of aircraft during landing Removi...

Page 29: ...ur cleaner is not compatible with the covering of your aircraft and damages the covering it will be in a place that cannot be seen Operational Flap Installation Optional Required Parts Wing panel left...

Page 30: ...to mark the locations for the four servo mounting screws 3 Use a pin drill and 1 16 inch 1 5mm drill bit to drill the four holes in the wing to mount the flap servo 4 Apply a few drops of thin CA into...

Page 31: ...out of the same hole the aileron lead exits 6 Use the radio system to center the flap servo Install the servo arm so it is perpendicular to the servo You will want equal throw in both directions from...

Page 32: ...it snaps on the wire 10 Use the radio to move the flap servo to the UP position The servo arm will face toward the leading edge of the wing Connect the clevis to the flap control horn Check that the f...

Page 33: ...ng flap Secure the wing panels together as outlined in the first section of the manual Wing and Landing Gear Installation beginning on page 7 12 Use the radio system to set the position for the flap I...

Page 34: ...ter the first flights the CG position can be adjusted for your personal preference Range TestYour Radio 1 Please consult your radio instructions for complete range testing instructions 2 Double check...

Page 35: ...to full throttle and back Also ensure the engine is installed according to the manufacturer s instructions and it will operate consistently Check all the control horns servo horns and clevises to make...

Page 36: ...r flight once you have mastered the basic flight parameters For some it may be possible to use this setting for your first landing approaches The Advanced Flap Setting is set up for your final trainin...

Page 37: ...structions and safety precautions may result in fire personal injury and damage to property E flite Horizon Hobby Inc its retailers and any other representatives assume absolutely no liability for use...

Page 38: ...well up discontinue charging or using immediately Lithium batteries can still ignite after at least 45 minutes due to a delayed chemical reaction If battery is damaged or overheats observe the battery...

Page 39: ...ion please go to www rbrc org or www earth911 org Basic Disposal Instructions Before discarding any Li Po battery it must be rendered safe The following steps must be taken to avoid damage or injury t...

Page 40: ...his section are available from your local hobby dealer The chargers listed in this section will help you achieve a more versatile charging network for you to operate your electric powered models E fli...

Page 41: ...battery in its class This battery requires the Thunder Power 610 Charger listed in this section Ask for part number THP33003SXV2 at your local hobby dealer E flite 32003S battery The E flite battery...

Page 42: ...established in front of which all flying takes place with the other side for spectators Only personnel involved with flying the aircraft are allowed at or in front of the flight line Intentional flyi...

Page 43: ...43 E flite T 34 Mentor ARF Assembly Manual Building and Flying Notes...

Page 44: ...12845 2008 Horizon Hobby Inc 4105 Fieldstone Road Champaign Illinois 61822 877 504 0233 horizonhobby com E fliteRC com...

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