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10.

 

We recommend using your radio or a servo tester to center your servos before installation. (You 

may learn more about servo testers at

 

http://www.maxfordusa.com/servo.aspx

.)

 

11.

 

String may be supplied to pull your servo’s lead and 

servo extension through the wing to your radio receiver; 
however, you may find it easier to use masking tape to 

temporarily attach the connector to the end of a length of 
coat hanger wire, then use the wire to pull the lead and 

connector through the airframe as shown at the right. 

12.

 

After you have determined each wood-screw’s location, apply thin CA adhesive to harden and 

strengthen the wood where the screws are to be inserted. 

13.

 

If Mylar hides a CA hinge’s slot, find and open the slot by carefully pressing with a fingernail or 
sharp hobby knife. 

14.

 

If you are not an experienced ARF assembler or R/C pilot or if you have not flown this type of 
model before, we strongly urge you to get assistance from an experienced R/C pilot. 

15.

 

You may use epoxy to attach critical parts permanently (such as where the front and rear booms 

attach to the upper and lower wing’s center sections and where the horizontal stabilizer attaches 
to the tail booms). Apply a threadlock compound to secure all airframe hardware from vibration. 

16.

 

If you have concern about the security of any factory fabrication procedure(s), you may apply 
extra 5 minute epoxy around the perimeter of such part(s) as a safety precaution. 

17.

 

After adjusting each clevis, secure the clevis to its threaded rod  

with threadlock compound, epoxy, or CA adhesive.  
For additional safety, you may hold the clevis closed by adding a  

small piece of tubing (not supplied) as shown at the right. 
(NOTE: This model may be packaged with clevises made of either plastic or metal.) 

18.

 

Since this model includes some plastic, fiberglass and/or carbon-fiber-reinforced parts, if you drill, 

grind or sand any such part, be sure to wear safety goggles, a particle mask and rubber gloves to 
guard yourself from eye, skin and respiratory-tract irritation; never blow into the part as the dust 

may blow back into your face. 

19.

 

Minor production details (such as included hardware items and Mylar or paint colors) may vary.  

20.

 

Periodically check the Mylar covering material’s joints and surfaces; if necessary, carefully use an 

iron (do NOT set the iron’s temperature too high) to secure the edges and to tighten any loosened 
areas. 

21.

 

Read all instructions included with your motor, electric speed control, battery and charger. Failure 

to follow all instructions could result in permanent damage to these items, their surroundings, and 
possible bodily harm! If you crash this model airplane, carefully check whether your battery is 

damaged. Do NOT attempt to use or recharge a damaged battery. 

II.  LIMITED WARRANTY, LIABILITY WAIVER & RETURN POLICY 

Maxford USA guarantees this kit to be free from defects in material and workmanship at the time 
of purchase. All our products have been inspected in our factory and are checked again when 

shipped from our warehouse. However, Maxford USA cannot directly control the materials you 
may use or your final assembly process. Therefore, Maxford USA cannot in any way guarantee the 

performance of your finished model airplane. Furthermore, in purchasing this product, you (the 
buyer or user of this product) exempt, waive, and relieve Maxford USA from all current or future 

liability for any personal injury, property damage, or wrongful death, and if you (the buyer or user 

of this product) are involved in any claim or suit, you will not sue Maxford USA or any of its 
representatives. 
If you do not fully accept the above liability and waiver, you may request a return-merchandise 
authorization number (RMA#) as explained below in item 2. If you think there is a missing, 

damaged or unsatisfactory part, please read our after-sales service and return policy: 
1.

 

Inspect your order upon delivery for any missing, damaged or unsatisfactory part(s). If you 

believe there is a problem, you must call us at 562-529-3988 (Monday through Friday except 

holidays, between the hours of 9 AM and 5 PM Pacific time) before you begin assembly and 

Summary of Contents for Curtiss Pusher

Page 1: ...nstructed from balsa plywood and composite materials and comes prefinished with a two color Mylar covering scheme Two flights of the Headed Curtiss Pusher formed the strong beginnings of a relationshi...

Page 2: ...you install a much larger power system than specified you the buyer or user of this product are solely responsible for taking any and all necessary steps to reinforce the high stress points and or su...

Page 3: ...cle mask and rubber gloves to guard yourself from eye skin and respiratory tract irritation never blow into the part as the dust may blow back into your face 19 Minor production details such as includ...

Page 4: ...nue B C Paramount CA 90723 Print the RMA issued by Maxford USA on your package near our address III SPECIFICATIONS Wingspan 50 inches Length 48 5 inches Wing area 788 square inches Radio Minimum of 4...

Page 5: ...Adjustable depth motor mounting box able to accept a wide range of power system options Outer wing panels are removable for easy transport and storage Black string swivels and springs are supplied to...

Page 6: ...ading edge of the lower wing s center section and the LOWER vertical engine bearers into the openings near the trailing edge NOTE Do not poke accidently any extra holes in the Mylar 5 As shown below t...

Page 7: ...wn at the right to fine tune the horizontal stabilizer to the center sections 12 Anchor all four vertical engine bearer struts into their openings in the top wing s center section with glue Do NOT app...

Page 8: ...ge bolts NOTE If necessary see page 13 which shows how to mount the front elevator 17 Compare the front elevator s angle to the angle of the center sections and the horizontal stabilizer If necessary...

Page 9: ...levator and their servos as follows a Position the elevator s metal joiner and attach the rudder s hinge assembly to the center of the horizontal stabilizer with 2mm bolts and nuts as pictured at the...

Page 10: ...CA adhesive to the metal joiner and to each hinge Remove the pins turn the assembly over and apply thin CA adhesive to the other side of the metal joiner and to each hinge f Center your elevator serv...

Page 11: ...rol horn into its precut slot on the left side of the rudder NOTE As shown at the right the rudder control horn angles BACK toward the rudder s hinge line p Use the hardware supplied with your servo t...

Page 12: ...our flight battery between the front vertical engine mounting struts test fit your battery to ensure you leave enought space behind the pilot s seat g Secure the pilot s seat to the upper nose wheel s...

Page 13: ...y 26 Install the nose braces as shown below 27 Center your front elevator servo and attach an EZ Link connector to an approx 5 8 inch long servo arm supplied with your servo Carefully spread the booms...

Page 14: ...o choose whether to mount the motor on the outside rear surface or on the inside surface of the motor mounting box s firewall Mounting the motor outside behind the mounting box may help the CG and pro...

Page 15: ...ully predrill the servo mounting pedestals for your servo s mounting screws apply thin CA to reinforce the openings for the servo mounting screws and use the hardware supplied with the servos to mount...

Page 16: ...xy to the wing rods to permanently secure the wing panels to their center sections 55 As shown at the right use epoxy to glue the identical top and bottom aileron braces into their precut openings in...

Page 17: ...ng at the front of the notch in in each aileron to the hinge bolt in each outer rear strut c Gently spread the rear struts apart just enough to slide the opening in each aileron over its hinge bolts 6...

Page 18: ...y is located hold it in position securely with hook and loop material NOTE Depending on your battery s size and location some additional nose weight might be needed to achieve the recommended CG If ne...

Page 19: ...cess to install wires between the left pair of outer wing panels Install wires between the center sections as shown below Install wires between the swivels at the outside surfaces of the tail booms as...

Page 20: ...and glue the wood across the arms of the pilot s seat as pictured below NOTE Although a pilot figure is only cosmetic as pictured above a creative modeler might fabricate a simple body or legs suitab...

Page 21: ...with all radio controlled model airplanes your Curtiss Pusher must pass the radio range ground check recommended by your radio s manufacturer or you may not fly safely VIII STORAGE FIELD SETUP PREFLI...

Page 22: ...ely at your own risk PLEASE ENJOY YOUR HOBBY AND FLY SAFELY Manufactured by Maxford USA RC Model Mfg Inc Distributed by Maxford USA RC Model Distribution Inc Telephone voice 562 529 3988 15939 Illinoi...

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