GREAT PLANES EDGE 540 T Performance Series Instruction Manual Download Page 5

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This is a number four screw that is 3/4" [19mm] long

with forty threads per inch.

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Socket Head Cap Screws (SHCS) are designated by 
a number, threads per inch, and a length. For example 
4-40 x 3/4" [19mm].

This is a 4-40 SHCS that is 3/4" [19mm] long with forty 

threads per inch.

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When you see the term test fi t in the instructions, 
it means that you should fi rst position the part on the 
assembly without using any glue, then slightly modify 
or custom fi t the part as necessary for the best fi t.

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Whenever the term glue is written you should rely upon 
your experience to decide what type of glue to use. When 
a specifi c type of adhesive works best for that step, the 
instructions will make a recommendation.

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We recommend 30-minute epoxy only, because you will 
need the working time or the additional strength.

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Photos and sketches are placed before the step they 
refer to. Frequently you can study photos in following 
steps to get another view of the same parts.

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The Edge 540T EP ARF is factory-covered with Top 
Flite

®

 MonoKote

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 fi lm. Should repairs ever be required, 

MonoKote can be patched with additional MonoKote 
purchased separately. MonoKote is packaged in six-foot 
rolls, but some hobby shops also sell it by the foot. If 
only a small piece of MonoKote is needed for a minor 
patch, perhaps a fellow modeler would give you some. 
MonoKote is applied with a model airplane covering iron, 
but in an emergency a regular iron could be used. A roll 
of MonoKote includes full instructions for application. 
Following are the colors used on this model and order 
numbers for six foot rolls.

 White 

– 

TOPQ0204

 

Sapphire Blue – TOPQ0226

 

Medium Purple – TOPQ0225

 

Sky Blue – TOPQ0206

 

Royal Blue – TOPQ0221

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS

Replacement parts for the Great Planes Edge 540T EP ARF 
are available using the order numbers in the Replacement 
Parts List
 that follows. The fastest, most economical service 
can be provided by your hobby dealer or mail-order company. 

To locate a hobby dealer, visit the Hobbico web site at www.
hobbico.com
. Choose “Where to Buy” at the bottom of the 
menu on the left side of the page. Follow the instructions 
provided on the page to locate a U.S., Canadian or 
International dealer. 

Parts may also be ordered directly from Hobby Services by 
calling (217) 398-0007, or via facsimile at (217) 398-7721, 
but full retail prices and shipping and handling charges will 
apply. Illinois and Nevada residents will also be charged 
sales tax. If ordering via fax, include a Visa

®

 or MasterCard

®

 

number and expiration date for payment.

Mail parts orders and payments by personal check to:

Hobby Services

3002 N. Apollo Drive, Suite 1

Champaign, IL 61822

Be certain to specify the order number exactly as listed in 
the  Replacement Parts List. Payment by credit card or 
personal check only; no C.O.D. 

If additional assistance is required for any reason contact Product 
Support by e-mail at [email protected]
or by telephone at (217) 398-8970. 

Replacement Parts List 

Description 

How to Purchase

Missing pieces 

Contact Product Support

Instruction manual 

Contact Product Support

Full-size plans 

Not available

Contact your hobby supplier for the following parts:

GPMA3310 Wing 

Set

GPMA3311 Fuselage 

Set

GPMA3312 Tail 

Set

GPMA3313 Landing 

Gear

GPMA3314 

Wheel Pants (2)

GPMA3315 Tail 

Wheel 

Assembly

GPMA3316 

Cowl w/Cowl Ring

GPMA3317 Canopy 

Hatch

GPMA3318 Carbon 

Fiber 

Wing 

Tube

GPMA3321 Decal 

Sheet

GPMQ4404 

10-24 Nylon EZ Bolts (2)

GPMQ4273 

4mm Low Profi le Landing Gear Axles (2)

Performance Upgrade Parts
GPMA3319 

Carbon Fiber Landing Gear

GPMA3320 

Carbon Fiber Wheel Pants (2)

Summary of Contents for EDGE 540 T Performance Series

Page 1: ...t Planes reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice In that Great Planes has no control over the final assembly or material used for final assembly no liability shall be assum...

Page 2: ...d ARF The Great Planes Edge 540T EP ARF flies much like the giant size Edge s but in a much less expensive package Now you can practice for IMAC competition without risking your larger more expensive...

Page 3: ...rs of which may cause eye skin and respiratory tract irritation Never blow into a part wheel pant cowl to remove fiberglass dust as the dust will blow back into your eyes Always wear safety goggles a...

Page 4: ...discharge w balance plug GPMP0623 FlightPower EVO25 LiPo 2170mAh 11 1V 25C FPWP0327 FlightPower EVO25 LiPo 2500mAh 11 1V 25C FPWP0333 APC 13 x 8E Propeller APCQ3080 3D Setup Great Planes Power Series...

Page 5: ...ERING REPLACEMENT PARTS Replacement parts for the Great Planes Edge 540T EP ARF are available using the order numbers in the Replacement Parts List that follows The fastest most economical service can...

Page 6: ...the part names exactly as they are written in the Kit Contents list Great Planes Product Support 3002 N Apollo Drive Suite 1 Champaign IL 61822 Telephone 217 398 8970 ext 5 Fax 217 398 7721 E mail ai...

Page 7: ...to the wing Test fit your aileron servo in the servo bay Enlarge the opening if required 2 Install a 12 305mm servo extension onto the servo lead Secure the extension to the lead with tape a piece of...

Page 8: ...ne clevis retainer over the clevis With the aileron servo and the aileron centered mark the aileron pushrod where it crosses the aileron servo arm Make a 90 bend at the mark Cut the pushrod 3 8 9 5mm...

Page 9: ...at steps 1 to 4 for the left main landing gear Install the Tail Gear 1 Glue the nylon tail gear bushing in the hole in the aft bottom of the fuselage 2 Insert the tail gear wire through the aluminum t...

Page 10: ...humb screws Be careful putting pressure on the wing and fuselage The wings may be tight the first time they are slid on the tube 2 Center the horizontal stabilizer in the slot in the fuselage Stand ba...

Page 11: ...uselage so that part of the bare wood is showing Apply 30 minute epoxy to the wood top and bottom Slide the stab through the fuselage so that approximately 1 2 12 7mm of bare wood is showing on the ot...

Page 12: ...es with thin CA Install the Motor The Edge 540T EP has been designed to use the Great Planes RimFire 42 50 800 Out runner Brushless motor If you will be installing a different motor you may need to mo...

Page 13: ...cone clevis retainer over the clevis With the elevator servo and the elevator centered mark the elevator pushrod where it crosses the elevator servo arm Make a 90 bend at the mark Cut the pushrod 3 8...

Page 14: ...Measure up 3 4 19mm from the bottom of the rudder and make a mark Measure in from the leading edge 1 4 6 4mm and make a mark Drill a 3 32 2 4mm hole through the rudder perpendicular to the centerline...

Page 15: ...tion in the Tail 1 Cut the covering away from the upper opening on the right side in the rear of the fuselage for the rudder servo 2 Install a 16 406mm servo extension on the rudder servo Secure the e...

Page 16: ...slot on the other side of the tray 9 Attach a strip of sticky backed hook material to the center of the battery tray The loop material can be attached to the battery Apply the Decals The box photograp...

Page 17: ...AILERONS 3 4 19mm 15 up 3 4 19mm 15 down LOW RATE ELEVATOR 1 2 13mm 8 up 1 2 13mm 8 down RUDDER 2 51mm 17 left 2 51mm 17 right AILERONS 1 2 13mm 10 up 1 2 13mm 10 down 3D RATE ELEVATOR 2 1 2 64mm 42 u...

Page 18: ...t flights Later you may wish to experiment by shifting the C G up to 3 16 5mm forward or 3 16 5mm back to change the flying characteristics Moving the C G forward may improve the smoothness and stabil...

Page 19: ...ay be flying with batteries that are only partially charged Balance Propellers Carefully balance your propeller and spare propellers before you fly An unbalanced prop can be the single most significan...

Page 20: ...I will have completed a successful radio equipment ground check before the first flight of a new or repaired model 2 I will not fly my model aircraft in the presence of spectators until I become a qua...

Page 21: ...e runway Hold up elevator to keep the tail wheel on the ground If necessary adjust the tail wheel so the model will roll straight down the runway If you need to calm your nerves before the maiden flig...

Page 22: ...prove your skills though it is never a bad idea but more importantly so you do not surprise yourself by impulsively attempting a maneuver and suddenly finding that you ve run out of time altitude or a...

Page 23: ...d a little bit of power back in You will have to adjust the throttle as needed but make your adjustments smooth Some right aileron may be needed to keep the model from torque rolling Use the rudder an...

Page 24: ...ive housing optimizes cooling allowing RimFire motors to produce 50 more performance power than out runners of similar size Prop adapter motor mount and hardware are included The installed gold plated...

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