AIR SYSTEM
There are 2 options available for the air system: Mechanical
or Electronic. For mechanical you will need 4 x 2 way and 1 x 1way valve with 5
servos and sequencer. For electronic you will need 1 x EV5U and 2 x EV2U. The
f104 combines air and hydraulic fluid to operate the landing gear. All work done
at factory.
Glue the air tanks in correct location with silicon
Use quick connectors on fuselage joints to help
with break up of model.
Fit the 3 filler valves and 3 pressure gauges
onto plywood tray.
Plumb the landing gear, door and brake system
by using color air tubing. T all same color
tubing together until a single pipe emerge.
Fit electronic EV5U valve underneath cockpit
Route all 5 pipes to EV5U.
Plumb speed brake.
Secure 2 x 2way electronic valves adjacent to
EV5U. This will be for speed brake.
The air system will consist of :
Air up, Air down retracts (2)
Air up, Air down doors (2)
Air out brakes (1)
Air up, Air down speed brake (2)
Air in (2)
Total of 9 pipes
Air leaks can damage your model! Please do a thorough check for air leaks. Make
sure the system can hold pressure for at least an hour in the up and down position.
Do not rush this installation.
P-20
Assembly & Operation Manual
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