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Taylorcraft 26cc BNF

Assembly Manual

Summary of Contents for Taylorcraft 26cc Hangar 9

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Page 2: ...r DSM2 compatible transmitter Notice All instructions warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby Inc For up to date product literature visit http www horizonhobby com and click on the support tab for this product Meaning of Special Language The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of poten...

Page 3: ...ing Quantity Usage Lower wood strut 103 4 inch 273mm 2 front stabilizer to fuselage brace Lower wood strut 101 2 in 267mm 2 rear stabilizer to fuselage brace Top wire strut with 3mm threads one end 2 horizontal stabilizer to fin 3mm threaded rod end 2 horizontal stabilizer to fuselage 4 40 x 1 4 inch button cap screw 6 front rear bottom strut to fuselage 4 threaded rod ends To brass tabs 2 4 40 x ...

Page 4: ...rly lithium polymer batteries are significantly more volatile than alkaline or Ni Cd Ni MH batteries used in RC applications Always follow the manufacturer s instructions when using and disposing of any batteries Mishandling of Li Po batteries can result in fire causing serious injury and damage Small Parts This kit includes small parts and should not be left unattended near children as choking an...

Page 5: ...of a 6 channel radio to operate all the functions of your aircraft We suggest the following radio systems available through Horizon Hobby or your local hobby distributor Spektrum DX6i SPMR6610 Spektrum DX8 SPMR8800 Spektrum 10T JR DSM2 or DSMX Systems Field Equipment Required Fuel gasoline 2 cycle oil EVOX1001Q Ultra fuel pump manual HAN155 Double Vision fast field charger HAN114 Optional Field Eq...

Page 6: ...arm to the touch Subsequent charges may be performed with peak detecting chargers and at higher rates Do Not exceed the lower of 1C or 2000mA Example 1650mAH battery 1C 1 65A or 1650mA charge rate Binding Procedure BNF Required Parts Fuselage assembly Transmitter Bind plug Binding is connecting a transmitter to an aircraft receiver so the aircraft receiver recognizes the transmitter GUID Globally ...

Page 7: ... up the receiver Landing Gear Installation Required Parts Landing gear assembly Fuselage assembly 4 washer 4 6 washer 6 Wheel pant right and left 6 32 x 1 2 inch button head cap screw 2 6 32 x 3 4 inch button head cap screw 4 4 40 x 1 2 inch button head cap screw 4 Required Tools and Adhesives Low tack tape Threadlock Silicone adhesive Hex wrench 5 64 inch 3 32 inch 1 Locate the landing gear and w...

Page 8: ...ainst the fuselage and use low tack tape to hold it in position until the adhesive cures Gluing the fairing to the gear will allow the gear to be removed without damaging the fuselage Tail Installation Required Parts Fuselage assembly Rudder and fin Stabilizer and elevator 6 washer 4 6 32 x 1 inch button head cap screw 4 Required Tools and Adhesives Hex wrench 3 32 inch Threadlock Thin CA 1 Open t...

Page 9: ...zer to the fuselage Use a 3 32 inch hex wrench to tighten the screws Make sure not to over tighten the screws and damage the underlying structure of the stabilizer Hint A machined hex wrench is helpful to allow the bolts to be tightened and not strip the head of the bolt Tail Wheel Installation Required Parts Fuselage assembly Aluminum tiller arm 3mm washer 2 Tail wheel steering spring 2 Aluminum ...

Page 10: ...drops of thin CA in each hole to harden the surrounding wood This will keep the screws from vibrating loose 5 Use two 2mm x 15mm Phillips wood screws and a 1 Phillips screwdriver to attach the tiller arm to the bottom of the rudder 6 Use a 2 5mm hex wrench to thread a 3mm x 15mm socket head wood screw into the holes in the bottom of the fuselage for mounting the tail wheel assembly This will cut t...

Page 11: ...is aligned with the rudder Cut the excess spring using side cutters Tail Bracing Installation Required Parts Fuselage assembly 3mm rod end 2 4 washer 6 4 40 locknut 7 Brass tab 2 4 40 x 1 4 inch button head cap screw 6 4 40 x 5 8 inch button head cap screw 5 Top wire strut with 3mm threads 2 Rear lower wood strut 101 2 inch 267mm 2 Front lower wood strut 103 4 inch 273mm 2 Required Tools and Adhes...

Page 12: ...rut to the forward hole of the stabilizer Place the washer on the screw before passing it through the strut so it is between the head of the screw and the stabilizer Once everything is positioned use a 1 4 inch nut driver and a 5 64 inch hex wrench to tighten the hardware Use care not to over tighten the hardware and damage the underlying structure 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to install the remaining 1...

Page 13: ... from vibrating loose 10 Thread the 3mm rod end partially on the top wire strut 11 Use needle nose pliers to bend the tab of the top wire at about a 30 degree angle as shown Note Always use threadlock on metal to metal fasteners to prevent them from vibrating loose 12 Attach the rod end to the brass tab using a 4 40 x 1 4 inch button head cap screw and a 5 64 inch hex wrench 13 Adjust the length o...

Page 14: ...e pliers Phillips screwdriver 1 2 Threadlock Hex wrench 1 8 inch 7 64 inch 4mm 1 Locate the items to install the engine and muffler to the fuselage You will also need the fuselage assembly for this section of the manual Note Always use threadlock on metal to metal fasteners to prevent them from vibrating loose 2 Use the four aluminum 3 8 inch 10mm standoffs four 8 32 x 1 inch socket head cap screw...

Page 15: ...e WARNING Read and follow all instructions and precautions before use Failure to do so could result in product malfunction damage and injury WARNING This product can become extremely hot when in use which could lead to burns NOTICE Only use this product with parts specified in the product literature Hint The use of high temperature exhaust manifold sealant is helpful to help keep the manifold from...

Page 16: ...vo arm to the throttle servo using the hardware from the servo and a 1 Phillips screwdriver Make sure the servo arm is installed perpendicular to the servo center line as shown 13 Check the operation of the throttle using the radio system It may be necessary to change the travel adjust at the radio to prevent the servo from binding at high and low throttle Make sure when the throttle is at idle th...

Page 17: ...this to fill the fuel tank at the field When the fuel line is inside the cowl make sure it is not contacting the engine which could cause it to melt 6 Remove the nut and washer from the engine propeller shaft Slide the propeller backplate on the engine shaft Important Always balance your propeller An unbalanced propeller can cause vibrations to be transmitted into the airframe which could damage t...

Page 18: ...l throws check to make sure the servo reversing settings are set as follows JR 9503 11X 12X and Spektrum DX8 Channel number Channel Name Position 1 Throttle Normal 2 Right Aileron Normal 3 Right Elevator Reverse 4 Rudder Reverse 5 N A N A 6 Left Aileron Normal 7 Left Elevator Reverse 8 N A N A 2 Check to make sure the servo horns are perpendicular to the servos when the sticks and trims on the tra...

Page 19: ...nst the clevises to keep them from vibrating and changing positions Interior Installation Required Parts Fuselage assembly Pilot Pilot seat Painted plywood plate 2mm x 10mm washer head wood screw 4 Required Tools and Adhesives Phillips screwdriver 1 Thin CA Hook and loop tape or Zap A Dap A Goo 1 Locate the items to install the interior You will also need the fuselage assembly for this section of ...

Page 20: ...e the pilot in the cockpit of your model His legs will straddle the fuel tank when installed Use hook and loop tape or silicone adhesive to secure the pilot in the seat Wing Strut Installation Required Parts Wing panel right and left Wing strut assembly right and left 4 40 x 1 2 inch button head cap screw 4 4 40 lock nut 4 Required Tools and Adhesives Nut driver 1 4 inch Hex wrench 5 64 inch 1 Loc...

Page 21: ...uminum wing tube Wing assembly right and left 1 Slide the wing tube into the wing panel as shown The tube will slide in easily so don t force it in farther than it will easily slide Also remove the nylon wing bolt from the wing 2 Remove the pins keepers and silicone tubing from the fitting on the fuselage 3 Slide the wing panel into position on the fuselage Make sure to connect the aileron extensi...

Page 22: ...loosen the 4 40 nut so the clevises can be adjusted Thread the clevis in or out on the aileron pushrod so when the clevis is connected to the control horn the control surface is aligned with the fixed surface Once centered slide the clevis retainer over the forks of the clevis to keep it from opening in flight Center both ailerons at this time Tighten the 4 40 nut against the clevis to prevent it ...

Page 23: ...wn 4 Use a ruler to adjust the throw of the elevator ailerons and rudder Note When measuring the control throws always measure the throw from the widest part of the control surface Aileron High Rate Up 11 2 inches 38mm Down 15 16 inches 24mm Low Rate Up 1 inches 25mm Down 9 16 inches 14mm Elevator High Rate Up 11 2 inches 38mm Down 11 2 inches 38mm Low Rate Up 11 8 inches 29mm Down 11 8 inches 29m...

Page 24: ...setup or use in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury Notice All instructions warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby Inc For up to date product literature visit http www horizonhobby com and click on the support tab for this product Meaning of Special Language The following terms are used throughout the produc...

Page 25: ...of loose small objects such as gravel or sand to avoid the propeller uncontrollably throwing such materials Never wear loose clothing or a loose neckstrap when operating your model engine as these items could become entangled in the propeller Never have loose objects such as screwdrivers pencils etc in your pockets when operating your model engine These could fall into the propeller Never allow fu...

Page 26: ... the idle position or at the position slightly open from idle 9 Quickly flip the propeller in a counterclockwise direction See note on previous page 10 The engine should start after a few flips of the propeller 11 Be sure to open the choke when the initial firing of the engine is heard 12 When the choke is opened be sure to close the throttle valve to a position near the idle position before the n...

Page 27: ... you heat up the engine and then tighten the bolts down when hot the bolts will stay secure longer Servicing the Engine Required Tools Regular screwdriver Phillips screwdriver Hexagonal wrench 4mm 5 32 inch Open wrench 19mm 3 4 inch Plastic hammer Thickness gauge Tapered round rod Liquid gasket Permatex or equivalent Threadlock Blue Threadlock Z 42 or equivalent Lithium grease Engine oil Washing g...

Page 28: ...mage Crack Losing Speed Check Adjust Air Cleaner PUH Check Cleaning Replace if necessary Spark Plug gap Check Adjust Cylinder barrel Check Cleaning Piston Ring Check Cleaning Muffler Bolt Check Cleaning Bearings Check Cleaning Crankshaft Check Alignment Rotor Check Propeller Hub PU Check Alignment Water Jacket PUM Check Leakage ...

Page 29: ...ton or piston ring Tighten further Replace Clogging inside the carburetor Clogging of the fuel piping No compression normally 7 kg cm2 99 5 psi or more The crankshaft rotates Compression adequate Readjust Replace Wet plug Remove the spark plug and dry it The carburetor has not been properly adjusted The fuel is not suitable The spark plug does spark The Stop switch has been turned off Wiring is di...

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Page 32: ...able Horizon to better answer your questions and service you in the event that you may need any assistance For questions or assistance please direct your email to productsupport horizonhobby com or call 877 504 0233 toll free to speak to a Product Support representative You may also find information on our website at www horizonhobby com Inspection or Repairs If this Product needs to be inspected ...

Page 33: ...V1 3 2 2008 EN55022 2006 A1 2007 EN55024 1998 A1 2001 A2 2003 Signed for and on behalf of Horizon Hobby Inc Champaign IL USA Feb 25 2011 Steven A Hall Vice President International Operations and Risk Management Horizon Hobby Inc Declaration of Conformity Konformitätserklärung gemäß Gesetz über Funkanlagen und Telekomunikationseinrichtungen FTEG und der Richtlinie 1999 5 EG R TTE und 2004 108 EG EM...

Page 34: ...avoid flying directly over unprotected people vessels vehicles or structures and shall avoid endangerment of life and property of others 2 A successful radio equipment ground range check in accordance with manufacturer s recommendations will be completed before the first flight of a new or repaired model aircraft 3 At all flying sites a safety line s must be established in front of which all flyin...

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