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TABLE OF CONTENTS 

Introduction .............................................................................................................................. 1

 

Specifications: ................................................................................................................................................................. 1

 

Required Equipment: ................................................................................................................................................... 2

 

Optional Equipment: .................................................................................................................................................... 4

 

Hangar 9®/Ultracote®/Oracover® Colors: ............................................................................................................... 4

 

Using this Manual ............................................................................................................................ 5

 

ARF .............................................................................................................................................. 7

 

Aileron and Flap Control Horn Installation ................................................................................. 7

 

Control Horn Installation ............................................................................................................................................ 7

 

Hinge Installation: .......................................................................................................................................................... 9

 

Main Wing Servos and Linkages Installation ........................................................................... 10

 

Ailerons ........................................................................................................................................................................... 10

 

Flaps ................................................................................................................................................................................. 12

 

Elevator Installation ...................................................................................................................... 13

 

Control Horn Installation ......................................................................................................................................... 14

 

Hinge Installation: ....................................................................................................................................................... 14

 

Elevator Servo and Linkage Installation ................................................................................... 15

 

ARF and ARFSV ....................................................................................................................... 18

 

Rudder, Tailwheel Installation .................................................................................................... 18

 

Tail Wheel Installation ............................................................................................................................................... 18

 

Rudder and Rudder Control Horn Installation ................................................................................................. 20

 

Rudder Hinge Installation ........................................................................................................................................ 21

 

Rudder Control Horn Installation .......................................................................................................................... 22

 

Rudder Servo and Linkage Installation ..................................................................................... 24

 

Push/Pull System, Servo Installed in the Vertical Fin ..................................................................................... 24

 

Installing the Vertical Fin ............................................................................................................. 27

 

Pull/Pull System ........................................................................................................................................................... 29

 

Push/Pull System, Servo Installed in Fuselage ................................................................................................. 32

 

Mounting the Stab ........................................................................................................................ 34

 

Landing Gear Installation ............................................................................................................. 35

 

Engine and Throttle Servo Installation .............................................................................. 39

 

DA-70 Engine Installation ............................................................................................................ 39

 

DA-70 Throttle Servo and Throttle Linkage Installation ............................................................................... 41

 

DA-60 Engine Installation ............................................................................................................ 43

 

Throttle Installation .................................................................................................................................................... 45

 

Ignition Installation ....................................................................................................................... 48

 

Fuel Tank Installation .................................................................................................................... 50

 

Exhaust and Cowling Installation ............................................................................................... 53

 

Muffler Installation (A) .............................................................................................................................................. 53

 

Summary of Contents for FeatherLite RV-8 70cc FLS

Page 1: ...RV 8 70cc FLS ARF and ARFSV Instruction Manual...

Page 2: ...TH THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL OR THE ASSEMBLY OF YOUR AIRCRAFT PLEASE VISIT OUR WIKI SUPPORT SITE FOR THE LATEST PRODUCT UPDATES FEATURE CHANGES AND MANUAL ADDENDUMS FOR THIS PRODUCT wiki flexinnovations...

Page 3: ...8 Tail Wheel Installation 18 Rudder and Rudder Control Horn Installation 20 Rudder Hinge Installation 21 Rudder Control Horn Installation 22 Rudder Servo and Linkage Installation 24 Push Pull System S...

Page 4: ...66 Motor ESC Cooling 68 Final Assembly 69 Radio Installation 69 Wing Installation 72 Pilot Installation Optional 75 Canopy Installation 76 Decal Installation 77 Final Setup and Flying Notes 84 Center...

Page 5: ...so designed to accept multiple power systems including 60cc electric setups that allow you to fly anywhere from 5 to 8 minutes on a typical 12S Li Po setup We also cannot forget about its float ready...

Page 6: ...ended Servo Arms Aileron Flaps Elevators 6 2 inch Single Arm Potenza 2 inch Clamping Servo Arm FPZA1036 recommended Rudder Tail mounted Push Pull 2 inch Single Arm Potenza 2 inch Clamping Servo Arm FP...

Page 7: ...DA 70 Throttle Servo High Quality Metal Gear Digital Servo Potenza DS22209HV high voltage servo recommended Throttle Servo Extension 18 inch 460 mm Ignition Regulator Follow your engine manufacturer...

Page 8: ...um Wing and Tail Bag Set ISDTD2 ISDT D2 Dual Port AC 200W Charger FPM2022 Premium Vinyl Graphics Set RV 8 70cc FLS Red Scheme by Callie Graphics FPM2023 Premium Vinyl Graphics Set RV 8 70cc FLS Camouf...

Page 9: ...se of this product you are advised to return this product immediately in new and unused condition in the original packaging material to the place of purchase SAFETY WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Protect yo...

Page 10: ...EFORE ASSEMBLY Carefully unpack your aircraft and inspect the parts Review the manual and gather the required tools and supplies o Remove all parts from their plastic bags inventory all items and clos...

Page 11: ...ls o Toothpicks o Mixing Cups o Mixing Sticks something to mix epoxy with The flap and aileron control horns have been marked and bagged individually It is especially important that you use the correc...

Page 12: ...RV 8 70cc FLS Instructions 8 2 Locate the aileron and flap control horn slots You can find them close to the front edge of the control surface 210mm 160mm...

Page 13: ...h hinge that is inserted into the wing aileron or flap Use isopropyl alcohol and a paper towel to clean the hinge and remove any debris that may be left after scuffing 3 Use a toothpick or cotton swab...

Page 14: ...1040 heat shrink tubing or thread to secure the connection 3 Insert the aileron servo into the servo bay with the output shaft towards the leading edge of the wing Be sure to route the servo lead out...

Page 15: ...ied with the length of the linkage secure the linkage to the control horn with the hardware in the following order o M3x15 Socket Head Cap Screw o M3 Washer o Control Horn Side 1 o Ball Link o Control...

Page 16: ...k and secure them in place at this time 5 Using a pushrod with a length of 3 5 inches 90mm assemble the flap linkages so that the total length from center of ball to center of ball is approximately 11...

Page 17: ...ote The angle of the linkage is correct As the servo arm rotates and the control surface deflects the linkage will straighten ELEVATOR INSTALLATION Required for this section Components Tools Adhesives...

Page 18: ...he control horn slots in the elevator as well as the control horn Push the control horns into the slot being sure to wipe away any excess epoxy with isopropyl alcohol and a paper towel Quique s Tip To...

Page 19: ...s possible while still allowing for proper control surface deflection Wait at least 1 hour before removing the tape and testing the control surfaces ELEVATOR SERVO AND LINKAGE INSTALLATION Required fo...

Page 20: ...h 55mm length assemble the elevator linkages and ball links so that the total length from center of ball to center of ball is approximately 3 1 8 inches 78mm Final length will be adjusted when centeri...

Page 21: ...abilizers onto the fuselage and stand approximately 10 feet 3m behind the aircraft while sighting the two elevator halves Using this method you can best align the most important part of the control su...

Page 22: ...lwheel Wire o Tailwheel Bracket o Tail wheel o Lock Collar 2 o Flat File o 1 5mm Hex Driver o 30 Minute Epoxy o Blue Thread Lock o Epoxy Mixing Cups o Low Tack Masking Tape o Isopropyl Alcohol o Paper...

Page 23: ...lange facing the wheel location Apply blue thread lock to a setscrew and secure the wheel collar to the tail wheel wire Apply a drop of light oil on the axle and slide the tail wheel onto the axle Ins...

Page 24: ...be used for a proper CG If you choose to use a 70cc twin cylinder engine you can mount the rudder servo in one of the two positions in the tail If using any other type of engine it s recommended that...

Page 25: ...e Do not apply petroleum jelly to the entire hinge The petroleum jelly is used to prevent glue from adhering to the pivot of the hinge keeping the hinge moving free 4 Mix an adequate amount of 30 minu...

Page 26: ...marked as follows Pull To be used with the Pull Pull cable installation Total of 4 control horns two horns for the left side and two horns for the right side in the upper rudder spot 40mm from the bot...

Page 27: ...eft after scuffing 5 Mix an adequate amount of 30 minute epoxy Apply epoxy to the control horn slots in the rudder as well as the control horn Push the control horns into the slot being sure to wipe a...

Page 28: ...rvo Extension o Fuselage o M3x15 Socket Head Cap Screw 4 o M3 Washer 4 o Hobby Knife with a 11 blade o 1 Phillips Screwdriver o 2 5mm Hex Driver o Thin CA o Blue Thread Lock 1 Use a 1 Phillips screwdr...

Page 29: ...s located 1 3 16 inches 30 mm from the fin s root 4 Attach a 48 inch 1220mm servo extension to the servo Use Flex Servo Connector Safety Clips FPZA1040 thread or heat shrink tubing to secure the exten...

Page 30: ...dder linkage so that the total length from center of ball to center of ball is approximately 5 7 inches 145mm Final length will be adjusted once the linkage has been attached to the servo and control...

Page 31: ...RTICAL FIN Required for this section Components Tools Adhesives Building Materials o Vertical fin Assemblies o Vertical Fin Carbon Fiber Tube o M3x15 Socket Head Cap Screw 3 o M3 Washer 3 o Hobby Knif...

Page 32: ...you can rotate the fin to align it in line with the fuselage Finish seating the vertical fin fully being sure to avoid pinching your rudder servo wires 3 The vertical fin is secured in place by one M...

Page 33: ...nting screw into each of the pre cut holes in the servo mounting location on the rudder servo tray inside the fuselage Remove the screw and apply a small amount of thin CA to each of the holes to hard...

Page 34: ...nd looking from the cockpit towards the tail you will see the nylon tube guides for the cables 5 Using pliers thread a rigging coupler approximately halfway into a ball link Take a section of pull pul...

Page 35: ...river and a 5 5mm nut driver Use the same order of hardware as done with the aileron control horns 9 Power on your radio system and make sure the control horn is perpendicular to the servo case Route...

Page 36: ...ction Components Tools Adhesives Building Materials o 2 inch Single Sided Servo Arm o Ball Link 2 o M3x15 Socket Head Cap Screw 2 o M3 Flat Washer 4 o M3 Lock Nut 2 o 48 inch 1220mm Servo Extension o...

Page 37: ...the servo Apply a small amount of blue thread lock to the servo arm screw and secure it in place If your servo arm has clamping screws apply blue thread lock to these screws and secure them in place...

Page 38: ...s Tools Adhesives Building Materials o Carbon Fiber Horizontal Stabilizer Tube o Left and Right Horizontal Stabilizers o M3x15 Socket Head Cap Screw 4 o M3 Washer 4 o 48 inch 1220mm elevator extension...

Page 39: ...2 flat washers in place 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the right horizontal stabilizer LANDING GEAR INSTALLATION Required for this section Components Tools Adhesives Building Materials o Fuselage Assembly...

Page 40: ...rily slide a lock collar fully onto the axle and space it 2mm 3 32 inch off the axle flange Secure it in place with a 1 5mm hex driver Slide a wheel onto the axle followed by a second wheel collar sec...

Page 41: ...al as it will weaken the axle You only need a small flat spot for each set screw 4 Re assemble the lock collars and wheel as done in step one Use blue thread lock on the set screw and tighten the lock...

Page 42: ...an M4x25 socket head cap screw with an M4 washer through the landing gear and through the landing gear mount in the fuselage Note that there are not threads in the aluminum angle mount in the fuselage...

Page 43: ...o Engine o Engine Standoffs 20mm o 20 Blind Nut 4 o 20 x 1 1 2 inch Socket Head Screw 4 o inch flat washer 4 o Drill o 1 8 inch 3mm Drill Bit o 5 16 inch 8mm Drill Bit o inch Hex Driver o Blue Thread...

Page 44: ...m plywood washers 4 Use a 20 x 1 1 2 inch screw inch flat washer and 20mm standoff to pull the blind nut into the back side of the firewall Once fully seated you may apply some medium CA to help secur...

Page 45: ...r 2 o M2 Lock Nut 1 o 1 Phillips Screwdriver o 2 5mm Hex Driver o Thin CA o Blue Thread Lock 1 Attach the 18 inch 460mm servo extension to the throttle servo Use a Servo Connector Safety Clip FPZA1040...

Page 46: ...the ball link to your engine throttle arm using the 2 x 10mm screw 2mm washers 2 and 2mm lock nut Do not use thread lock on these parts as it can weaken the plastic insert in the lock nut The order o...

Page 47: ...Bit o inch Hex Driver o Blue Thread Lock 1 Remove the plywood structure on the fuselage just below the motor box and behind the throttle servo mounting location by pushing with your fingers If this d...

Page 48: ...get any adhesive on the threads of the blind nut Let the CA fully cure before moving to the next step 4 Mount the engine without the exhaust to the firewall using 4 30mm engine standoffs 4 20 x 1 1 2...

Page 49: ...rottle Servo o choke servo optional o 18 inch 460mm Servo Extension o 2mm White Ball Link o M2x10 Phillips Head Screw 1 o Safety Servo Clip Connector o M2 Flat Washer 2 o M2 Lock Nut 1 o 2mm wood serv...

Page 50: ...or Safety Clip FPZA1040 thread or heat shrink tubing to secure the extension in place 4 When viewing the aircraft as if you were the pilot install the servo right side up on the left side of the tray...

Page 51: ...your engine throttle arm using the 2 x 10mm screw 2mm washers 2 and 2mm lock nut Do not use thread lock on these parts as it can weaken the plastic insert in the lock nut The order of these component...

Page 52: ...ssembly o Ignition o Ignition Switch o Ignition Battery o Regulator if applicable o Hobby Knife w 11 Blade o Hook and Loop Strap 2 o Adhesive Back Hook and Loop Tape 1 Locate the ignition switch hole...

Page 53: ...I have found that the below described system provides a solid mounting platform while still providing enough dampening from vibration Mount as you prefer but this works very well and is a proven metho...

Page 54: ...craft Also be sure to secure the wiring in a way the wires will not chafe over time from vibration A typical ignition setup will be connected as follows Ignition Battery Ignition Switch Ignition Regul...

Page 55: ...Fuel Smoke tanks FPM2019 should be used One is included in your kit Apply adhesive backed hook and loop tape to the bottom of your tank s and to the fuel tank tray Place the tank s in their location...

Page 56: ...pass back in front of the tank s It should then exit the bottom of the fuselage as shown in the image above After the vent line exits the fuselage use a cable tie around the fuel line to prevent it f...

Page 57: ...licone Red typically preferred o Thin CA o Medium CA o CA Accelerator If you plan to use stock mufflers please follow the instructions A below If you plan on using canisters please follow canister ins...

Page 58: ...Use a rotary tool with a sanding drum to cut the holes Test fit the cowling to be sure there is adequate gap between the muffler and cowling We recommend at least 1 8 inch 3mm gap 3 Open the rear lip...

Page 59: ...e fuselage Be sure to leave about 1 8 inch 3mm overlap so that you can iron the covering to the sheeting on the inside of the fuselage You may need to cut a few slits in the edge of the covering due t...

Page 60: ...ypically most engines will use a gasket between the muffler and cylinder and the socket head cap screws will pass through a lock washer before securing the muffler to the cylinder 2 Place the mount in...

Page 61: ...a 2 to 1 header for a single canister The header has been cut short by 28mm 1 3 32 in in length to fit appropriately The header has been cut 28mm to fit the length Note that during testing Quique was...

Page 62: ...ve show the DA 60 with header for a canister install 5 Every engine and exhaust choice will require different openings in the cowling The images above show a DA 70 with 2 to 1 header install Use a rot...

Page 63: ...hown in the image above Each piece has markings that should assist you in assembly On the corner of each baffle is two letters Match the letters for the proper assembly Note the lettering should face...

Page 64: ...needed for any interference with the engine Using colored silicone we use black so that it matches the baffling paint cover all the joints on the inside of the cowling to permanently fix it in place L...

Page 65: ...oles in the motor box for the top plate Remove the screw and apply a small amount of thin CA to each of the holes to harden the threads cut by the screw Let the CA fully cure before proceeding 6 Secur...

Page 66: ...RV 8 70cc FLS Instructions 62 9 Install your propeller and spinner For the DA 70 we recommend a Falcon 25x8W carbon fiber propeller and a Falcon 5 inch 127mm carbon fiber spinner...

Page 67: ...according to your particular flight style Recommended Electric Power System o Potenza 65cc 185kV Motor FPZM65CC o 4 2 5 in 63mm motor standoffs o Potenza 6S 6200mAh 40C batteries two in series for 12...

Page 68: ...mm plywood washers to the firewall This will provide the correct clearance between the spinner and cowling 3 Use 4 1 4 x 3 4 inch socket head cap screws and 4 1 4 inch washers to mount the motor Be su...

Page 69: ...on the bottom of the motor box as shown in the picture above This is a great location for cooling Mark the mounting hole locations and use a 1 5mm drill bit to drill holes in the mounting locations o...

Page 70: ...cky Velcro o Flex Innovations Battery Hook and Loop Strap Medium 30mm Long 4 FPMA1016 o 30 Minute Epoxy o Mixing Cups o Mixing Sticks 1 Using 30 minute epoxy glue the battery tray on top of the front...

Page 71: ...t the rear edge of the receiver tray and the rudder servo is mounted in the tail of the fuselage o If adjustments are needed for proper CG you can move one motor battery to the fuel tank mounting tray...

Page 72: ...light batteries MOTOR ESC COOLING 1 When using the electric power setup we recommend that you do not use the provided baffles for gas engines The front openings provide enough cooling for the electric...

Page 73: ...o Tie Wraps o Hobby Knife with 11 Blade o 2mm Hex Driver o 1 Phillips Screwdriver o Thin CA 1A If you are using an Aura Professional it can be mounted forward of the rudder servo location as shown in...

Page 74: ...r as well as a hook and loop strap to secure it in place 2 Locate the receiver switch location just under the canopy and just in line with the Aura receiver area as indicated in the picture above Note...

Page 75: ...ded to achieve the proper CG This picture uses the rudder servo in the tail with a push pull setup and the DA 70 engine In the image above we are using the Aura 8 Pro with dual Futaba S Bus receivers...

Page 76: ...et Head Cap Screw 4 o M4 Flat Washer 4 o 3mm Hex Driver o Hobby Knife with 11 Blade o Covering Iron or Trim Iron 1 Use a hobby knife with a sharp 11 blade to remove covering from these holes Be sure t...

Page 77: ...nue pushing the wing onto the tube until it is fully seated against the side of the fuselage Ensure the servo wires are routed properly into the fuselage Make sure the wing tube doesn t slide out the...

Page 78: ...hex driver Repeat the process for the other wing panel 5 Connect the aileron and flap leads to their corresponding extensions connected to the Aura or to your receiver if Aura is not used Quique s Tip...

Page 79: ...noting the cutout area Take a 11 blade and cut three of the four side of the rectangle as shown in the picture above This will allow you access for mounting the pilot Once you mount the pilot glue the...

Page 80: ...elage Assembly o Canopy o M3x20 Socket Head Cap Screw 2 o M4 Flat Washer 2 o 2 5mm Hex Driver 1 As noted at the beginning of this manual the canopy has hooks along the sides to help secure the canopy...

Page 81: ...um Vinyl Graphics Kit Camouflage Use the drawings provided below for a guide to apply decals to your model 1 Thoroughly clean the model to ensure it is free of oil fingerprints and dust 2 Separate the...

Page 82: ...in place and use a paper towel to gently wipe most of the water away 7 Use a soft piece of balsa or similar to squeegee out the remaining liquid from underneath the decal 8 Repeat the process until a...

Page 83: ...RV 8 70cc FLS Instructions 79 INNOV A TIONS TM 35 0000 3 5 0 0 0 0 Aura...

Page 84: ...RV 8 70cc FLS Instructions 80 INNOV A TIONS TM INNOV A TIONS TM ULTRACOTE COLORS TRUE RED HANU866 MIDNIGHT BLUE HANU885 SILVER HANU881 WHITE HANU870...

Page 85: ...RV 8 70cc FLS Instructions 81 RV 8 70cc FLS Camouflage Scheme ARMY GROUND EARTH HERE ARMY GROUND EARTH HERE...

Page 86: ...RV 8 70cc FLS Instructions 82 U S ARMY...

Page 87: ...RV 8 70cc FLS Instructions 83 ARMY GROUND EARTH HERE ULTRACOTE COLORS OLIVE DRAB HANU904 LIGHT GRAY HANU882 ORANGE HANU877 WHITE HANU870 BLACK HANU874...

Page 88: ...riend Regardless of the method used ensure that the tests are accurate and repeatable If there are any inconsistencies between measurements work to isolate the source of the error s to ensure that the...

Page 89: ...the flap at the aileron Elevator and rudder throws are measured from the center of the fin or stab to the center of the counterbalance Since expo directions vary by transmitter manufacturer all expos...

Page 90: ...ure that all metal to metal connections have thread lock applied and ensure that all controls move freely and in their proper direction 3 Verify proper functioning break in and operation of your engin...

Page 91: ...flying your aircraft we recommend following the guidelines set by the Academy of Model Aeronautics AMA You can find their Safety handbook as well as more information on the AMA at their website locate...

Page 92: ...mouflage FPM2004A RV 8 70cc FLS Vertical Stabilizer with Rudder Red FPM2004B RV 8 70cc FLS Vertical Stabilizer with Rudder Camouflage FPM2005A RV 8 70cc FLS Cowling with hardware Red FPM2005B RV 8 70c...

Page 93: ...bon Fiber Spinner 5 inch FPMHOLYG2 Holy Smokes Gen2 Smoke System FPMPF249CF Flex 24x9 Two Blade Carbon Fiber Propeller FPMPF258WCF Falcon 25x8W Two Blade Carbon Fiber Propeller FPZA1036 Aluminum Servo...

Page 94: ...PURCHASER S INTENDED USE Purchaser s Remedy Flex s sole obligation and purchaser s sole and exclusive remedy shall be that Flex will at its option either i service ii replace any part of the Product d...

Page 95: ...carton Please note that both the inner and outer boxes need to be included The inner box is not designed to withstand the rigors of shipping without additional protection from the outer shipping cart...

Page 96: ...Innovations LLC All rights reserved Potenza is a trademarks of Flex Innovations LLC Futaba and S Bus are registered trademarks of Futaba Denshi Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation of Japan Rev A Creat...

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