Building and Operating Instructions - Arcus Talent ARF
No. 2582
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Dear customer,
Congratulations on your choice of a model aircraft from the
robbe
Modellsport range. Many thanks for placing your trust in us.
The model can be ready for the air when you have completed
just a few simple procedures. Please
read right through these instructions and the separate in-
formation sheets before attempting to assemble and fly the
model, as this will make it much easier to complete the tasks
required.
Please study the illustrations and the brief instructions to
obtain a clear understanding of the individual stages of
construction. All parts must be trial-fitted “dry” (without glue)
before you reach for the glue. Sort the individual components
according to the
stages of construction.
All directions, such as “right-hand”, are as seen from the tail
of the model,
looking forward.
We constantly strive to update our products to reflect the la-
test developments. You can find details of technical improve-
ments and revised documentation on the Internet by calling
up the appropriate product description at our
website: www.robbe.com.
If you are a model pilot without the facilities for assembling
an all-wood model of this size, the ARF version of the Ar-
cus Talent provides the opportunity to enjoy the outstanding
thermalling characteristics of this 2.6 m span glider. The ca-
refully matched electric motor system is capable of powe-
ring the model to thermal-hunting altitude several times in
one flight. The three-part four-flap wing can be set up with
slightly lowered flaps and ailerons for improved slow-flying
characteristics. The butterfly (crow) setting makes accurate
spot-landings possible.
The Arcus Talent ARF: a glider born to hunt for thermals.
Specification:
Wingspan:
approx. 2600 mm
Fuselage length:
approx. 1470 mm
All-up weight:
approx. 1700 g
Total surface area:
approx. 58 dm²
Wing loading:
approx. 29.3 g/dm²
RC functions:
Elevator, rudder, ailerons, flaps, throttle
Set contents:
•
Fuselage, wings and tail panels factory-assembled and co-
vered in Oracover
®
iron-on film; decals already applied
•
Ready-made canopy with magnetic latch
•
CFRP tube main and secondary spars
•
CFRP wing joiner
•
Control ‚snakes‘ for rudder and elevator linkages
•
Small items for RC installation
•
Comprehensive, illustrated building instructions
Essential accessories:
1 x ROXXY BL outrunner 3548/06
4779
1 x Roxxy-Power ZX 3S 3300 mAh 25C
4878
1 x CFRP propeller and spinner, 12 x 6“
54000008
1 x ROXXY BL Control 930
8629
1 x S.BUS HUB-2 cable, 0.5 mm², 30 cm
88820030
2 x Servo extension lead, 400 mm
4645
2 x Servo extension lead, 1000 mm
4646
6 x S3172SV servo
F1631
1 x T-14SG-R7008SB 2.4 GHz FASSTest
F8075
Recommended accessories:
1 x CT-4 plug and socket, pair
4048
Radio control system
For this model you require a radio control system with at least
six channels. We particularly recommend 2.4 GHz systems.
The receiving system is powered by the speed
controller’s integral BEC system.
Before you check the model‘s working systems, set the con-
trol surfaces to neutral from the transmitter (transmitter sticks
and trims central).
When you wish to fly the model always move the throttle stick
to the “motor stopped” position before switching the transmit-
ter on. Only then connect the battery.
To switch off, first disconnect the flight pack from the speed
controller, and
only then switch the transmitter off.
When installing or setting up the receiving system compo-
nents, including the speed controller, be sure to read and ob-
serve the instructions supplied with them.
Colour scheme
No painting is required.
Glued joints
All parts must be trial-fitted “dry” (without glue) before you
reach for the glue.
Notes on covering
Temperature fluctuations in transit may result in partial loss of
tension in the covering film.
The film will become taut again if you play warm air from a
heat-gun over the slack area, and rub the film down smooth.
At a few points the film must be removed from covered areas
prior to gluing parts together.
Take great care to avoid scoring the wood under the film when
you do this.
