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27...Attach the wings to the fuselage using 4 rubber bands - 2
for the top wing and 2 for the bottom wing. Begin by sliding
the wing set over the tail surfaces and into position. Secure
the bottom wing first, being careful to line-up the slot in the
bottom wing with the corresponding slot in the fuselage as
you put on the 2 rubber bands. Then install the landing gear,
pressing the front and rear upper ends of the gear completely
into the slots in the bottom of the fuselage. Last, rubber band
the top wing to the cabane struts.
28...Install the propeller on the motor shaft. The proper order
of installation on the shaft is; first the rear shaft nut, then the
propeller, then the shaft washer, and then the front shaft nut.
When properly installed, the prop shaft should have just a
little bit (1/16” - 1/8") of fore and aft "play". Finally, slip the
rubber Prop Shaft Protector over the prop shaft and nut, up
against propeller. The model is now ready to balance.
29...BALANCING YOUR FOKKER IS IMPORTANT!
Place the flight battery in the model (do not plug it into the
ESC at this time) and attach the plastic hatch cover. Check
the balance of the model by turning it upside down and
supporting it on your finger tips placed 1/2” back from the
leading edge of the bottom wing. Hold your fingers close to
the fuselage sides. Supported this way your model should
hang perfectly level. If the model hangs tail low, you must
move the receiver and battery forward in the fuselage, or if
they are already as far forward as possible, add weight to the
nose of the model until it hangs level. If the model hangs nose
low, you must move the receiver and battery towards the rear,
or add weight to the tail of the model until it hangs level.
30...Always pre-flight your model thoroughly before each flight. It is your responsibility to verify that your model is airworthy.
Always follow established safety guidelines while installing the battery, operating the motor, radio, and while flying the model.
FLYING YOUR FOKKER
Test fly your Fokker D.VII on a day when there is no wind. This allows you to better evaluate and trim the model correctly. The
Fokker is a small, light model and should not be flown on breezy days. Because the Fokker is a small model with small wheels,
it is normally not practical to take off from a typical grass field. While the Fokker will take off from the ground nicely, it needs
a smooth surface to do so. If the grass at your flying area is too long, then you will probably need to hand launch the airplane.
This is done by holding the model level, running the motor up to high throttle, and then tossing the model straight ahead at flight
speed. NEVER throw the airplane in a nose up attitude or tilted to one side or the other. Throw it perfectly level! If you’ve never
hand launched an R/C model before, make your first hand launches over tall (knee high) grass. The grass will protect your model
from damage in the event of a bad launch. Fly the model to a safe altitude before trimming it out.
GOOD LUCK AND SAFE FLYING!
WARNING! THIS IS NOT A TOY!
Flying machines are not toys! Because of the speeds that airplanes must achieve in order
to fly, they are capable of causing bodily harm and property damage if they crash. IT
IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY AND YOURS ALONE to assemble this model airplane
correctly according to the instructions, to ground test the finished model before each flight
to make sure it is completely airworthy, and to always fly your model in a safe location and
in a safe manner.
JOIN THE AMA
The governing body for R/C model airplanes in the United States is the ACADEMY OF
MODEL AERONAUTICS. The AMA provides guidelines for the safe operation of R/C
model airplanes. While AMA membership is not mandatory, it is required by most R/C
flying clubs in the U.S. and provides you with important liability insurance in case your R/C
model should ever cause property damage or personal injury to someone else.
For more information contact:
ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS
5161 East Memorial Drive; Muncie, IN 47302
Telephone: (765) 287-1256
AMA WEB SITE: modelaircraft.org
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Should you encounter any problem building this kit, or discover any missing or
damaged parts, please feel free to contact us by mail or telephone.
SIG MANUFACTURING COMPANY, INC.
P.O. Box 520
Montezuma, IA 50171-0520
SIG MODELER’S ORDERLINE: 1-800-247-5008
(to order parts)
SIG MODELER’S HOTLINE:
1-641-623-0215
(for tech support)
SIG WEB SITE: www.sigmfg.com
LIMIT OF LIABILITY
The craftsmanship, attention to detail, and actions of the builder/flyer of this model airplane
kit will ultimately determine the airworthiness, flight performance, and safety of the finished
model. SIG MFG. CO.’s obligation shall be to replace those parts of the kit proven to be
defective or missing. The user shall determine the suitability of the product for his or her
intended use and shall assume all risk and liability in connection therewith.
KIT CONTENTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
Do not attempt to fly your Fokker
until it is properly balanced!
Balance 1/2” back from leading edge of bottom wing.
Rubber
Prop Shaft
Protector
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