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RETRACT INSTALLATION

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Glue the wheel wells into the wing using a compatible glue such as

“Zap-a-dap-a-goo”, RC 56, or “Shoe-Goo”.

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Drill pilot holes for the retract assemblies.

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With a pushrod attached to the retract assembly, move it into

position and mount to the hardwood blocks. Pushrods not provided.

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Glue mounting blocks for the retract servo in the opening.

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Mount the retract servo and bend the pushrods as shown for

proper clearance.

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Connect the pushrods to the retract servo arm with “Z” bends or

“EZ” Connects.

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Install the wheels and check for proper operation.

Summary of Contents for Cloud Dancer 40 ARF TTR4542

Page 1: ...modification The warranty does not extend beyond the product itself and is limited only to the original cost of the kit By the act of building this user assembled kit the user accepts all resulting liability for damage caused by the final product If the buyer is not prepared to accept this liability it can be returned new and unused to the place of purchase for a refund 21041 JE6439 Notice Adult S...

Page 2: ...ur kit against the parts list on pages 4 and 5 If any parts are missing contact your dealer immediately for replacement Customers in the United States and Canada may contact Ace Hobby Distributors at 116 W 19th Street Higginsville MO 64037 660 584 6704 for replacement parts Under no circumstances can a kit be returned if assem bly has already been started P S Fred Reese was a dear friend The Cloud...

Page 3: ...ine running and your plane in the air These are listed at the bottom of the page Comprehensive Items Needed Check List 4 Channel Radio with 4 Standard Servos 5 Minute Epoxy 4 ounces or so 30 Minute Epoxy 4 ounces or so Thin Instant Adhesive 1 2 ounce Thick Instant Adhesive 1 2 ounce Hobby Knife and Blades Epoxy Mixing Sticks and or Brushes Sandpaper 150 grit Masking Tape Rubbing Alcohol Paper Towe...

Page 4: ...1 Clevis 5 Decal Self Tapping Screw 2 Spinner Back Plate 1 Spinner 1 Pushrod Connector 1 Allen Wrench 1 2mm Hex Nut 2 3mm x8mm Set Screw 1 IMPORTANT Please check the contents of your kit box with these part sketches before beginning construction This will not only familiarize you with the parts and their names but it will also give you a head start in the unlikely event that you are missing a part...

Page 5: ...Collar 1 3mm x 3mm Set Screw 1 Tail Wheel 1 3mm x 15mm Self Tapping Screw 1 2mm x 8mm Self Tapping Screw 8 Cowl 1 Back Plate 3 Control Horn 3 2mm x 15mm Screw 6 3mm x 3mm Set Screw 4 3mm x 8mm Self Tapping Screw 8 Mounting Strap 4 Collar 4 Strut 2 Landing Gear Mount 2 Mounting Strap 2 3mm Locknut 4 3mm x 5mm Screw 4 Wheel Pant 2 L R 2mm Nut 2 Steel Clevis 2 3mm x 3mm Set Screw 2 3mm x 10mm Retract...

Page 6: ...e stock fixed gear Instructions are provided for either event III Wing Assembly Fixed Gear To hinge the aileron to the wing begin by removing it from one of the wing panels Install the CA hinges into the aileron and use T pins to hold them in place while inserting the hinges in the wing or sim ply us thin CA and permanently glue them in place in the aileron Install the aileron onto the wing making...

Page 7: ...each other and hold together with several strips of masking tape Place the servo tray on the top surface of the wing Line it up with the removed area in the center rib Mark around the outside of the servo tray with a felt tip pen Use a sharp knife to score the covering material where marked around the OUTSIDE of the tray Remove the covering material to expose the wood underneath Use thick CA or ep...

Page 8: ... Next cut away the sheeting to accommodate the plastic wheel well It is indicated in this photo by dotted lines Trim the plastic wheel wells as shown IV Retract Installation Optional See page 2 for a discussion on the retracts we recommend Begin by hinging the ailerons to the wing panels as shown in the section on fixed gear Remove the forward area that houses the retract servo from the root rib a...

Page 9: ... pushrod attached to the retract assembly move it into position and mount to the hardwood blocks Pushrods not provided Glue mounting blocks for the retract servo in the opening Mount the retract servo and bend the pushrods as shown for proper clearance Connect the pushrods to the retract servo arm with Z bends or EZ Connects Install the wheels and check for proper operation ...

Page 10: ...udder Next cut three pieces of fuel tubing make each piece of fuel tubing about 1 4 in length This will keep the clevis from coming detached in flight Temporarily mount the wing to fuselage so that stabilizer can be properly aligned Measure from stab tip to wing tip on both sides This will ensure that the stab is square in the saddle Also check the alignment of the stab horizontally Once satisfied...

Page 11: ...y glue to the top and bottom of the hinges VII Rudder and Tailwheel Locate the rudder and three CA hinges and the control horn and two 2mm x 16mm screws Also locate the tailwheel assembly First mark and drill the holes in the bottom of the fuselage for the tail wheel bracket With the tailwheel bracket installed make a mark on the rudder so the tailwheel wire can recess on the rudder Install the hi...

Page 12: ...assembly into the tank clunk first and securely tighten the threaded cap on to hold everything together Attach a 6 piece of standard fuel line not furnished to both the fuel outlet nipple and the vent nipple on the tank The vent nipple is the top one with the hole Slide the fuel tank cap end first into the front of the fuselage threading the fuel lines through the oblong hole in the firewall The t...

Page 13: ...club in your area or write the AMA for information It is also a good idea to join this organization before flying your model since they offer liability insurance that can protect you if your model causes damage or injury to others Academy of Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Dr Muncie IN 47302 9252 If there is not a chartered club field in your community you will need to find a large area free ...

Page 14: ...rks high heat or other flames near the fuel 3 Do not run model engines inside a garage or other closed room as they give off large amounts of deadly carbon monoxide gas 4 Do not run model engines around gravel sand or other loose debris These materials will be ingested through the carburetor and can also be kicked up by the prop 5 Always stay behind the propeller when the engine is running Make al...

Page 15: ...out a second mortgage or invest several winter s of spare time building and covering Skilled craftsmen completely build this model from top quality balsa and plywood Covered in Ultracote the G 202 color scheme is bright tough and repairable A flawlessly painted fiberglass cowl wheel pants and bottom wing cover are furnished Quality accessories include pilot figure instrument panel scale tail wheel...

Page 16: ...andard servos go into this compact airplane that fits in most vehicles without disassem bly Once airborne spritely yet predictable flight is to be expected from this sensible design This Almost Ready To Fly air plane is meticulously built from balsa ply and covered with UltraCote A few hours of final assembly plus radio and engine installation and you are ready to don your silk scarf and take to t...

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