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Tomahawk Viper Jet Building Instructions Download Page 2

Table of contents

Description and technical data

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Safety instructions

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Warranty

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Building instructions

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Description

The Viper was designed as an exceptional Sportjet. The high level of prefabrication enables one to
complete the kit in a swift and easy manner. All control surfaces are prehinged and the accessories are
hand picked and the whole setup fully optimized. The ducted intake makes for a direct and unobstructed
airflow and increases performance.

Technical Data

Wingspan

1040 mm / 41 inches

Length

970 mm / 38 inches

Flying weight depending on equipment ca. 980 g / 34.5 ounces
Channels

Ailerons, elevator, rudder and throttle

Tomahawk Design 89284 Pfaffenhofen GERMANY

Keine Haftung für Druckfehler Technische Änderungen vorbehalten Stand 09-2010

Made in Germany

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Page 1: ... for the Viper Jet Tomahawk Design Zur Rothwies 4 89284 Pfaffenhofen Roth GERMANY info tomahawk design de www tomahawk design de No liability for orthographic mistakes Subject to change without Notice Version 09 2010 Made in Germany Page 1 ...

Page 2: ...easy manner All control surfaces are prehinged and the accessories are hand picked and the whole setup fully optimized The ducted intake makes for a direct and unobstructed airflow and increases performance Technical Data Wingspan 1040 mm 41 inches Length 970 mm 38 inches Flying weight depending on equipment ca 980 g 34 5 ounces Channels Ailerons elevator rudder and throttle Tomahawk Design 89284 ...

Page 3: ...ll risks and liability in connection therewith 3 Application The described model is not a toy It only belongs into the hands of experienced adults and is intended to be used as a model airplane only Transportation of items animals or even humans is prohibited 4 Damage Limits TOMAHAWK DESIGN OR IT S DISTRIBUTORS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES LOSS OF PROFITS OR PR...

Page 4: ...tly and avoid damage or injury Follow the instructions regarding center of gravity CG and control throws Always make sure that all controls are functioning per the transmitter input that you are giving and make sure that all components are functioning and installed right Should there be visible or audible damage do not proceed Keep the model airplane in a secure location safe from direct sunlight ...

Page 5: ...n Always make sure that the model airplane is properly trimmed and that the Center of Gravity CG is correct Warranty Tomahawk Design warranties that the Products purchased will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase by the Purchaser Please contact your dealer should you have any questions Tomahawk Design 89284 Pfaffenhofen GERMANY Keine Haftung für Druckfehler Te...

Page 6: ...mbly Picture 16 18 Rudder assembly Picture 19 21 Canopy assembly Picture 22 33 Fuselage assembly Picture 34 35 CG and decals Picture 36 37 Parts list Tomahawk Design 89284 Pfaffenhofen GERMANY Keine Haftung für Druckfehler Technische Änderungen vorbehalten Stand 09 2010 Made in Germany Seite 6 ...

Page 7: ...dsection Test fit all parts before applying glue Do the same for all of the following build steps 3 Install and glue the right wing panel to the midsection followed by the one on the left Tomahawk Design 89284 Pfaffenhofen GERMANY Keine Haftung für Druckfehler Technische Änderungen vorbehalten Stand 09 2010 Made in Germany Seite 7 ...

Page 8: ...ttom of the wing Extend the servo lead to a total length of 55mm or 2 2 inches Test the settup when done 5 Insert the joint 1 milled from aluminum into the ruder horn 2 cast part Loosely install the M3 Metric size 3 set screw 3 4 Glue the ruderhorn assembly into place 3 2 1 4 2 1 Tomahawk Design 89284 Pfaffenhofen GERMANY Keine Haftung für Druckfehler Technische Änderungen vorbehalten Stand 09 201...

Page 9: ...p hobby knife Carefully bend the ailerons up and down to loosen the hingeline Make sure not to overextend the ailerons DO NOT cut off the ailerons at the hingeline 7 Install the thin fiberglass rod on the bottom of the wing and glue into place using CA applying it to the full length of the fiberglass rod If needed shorten the fiberglass rod to the right length Tomahawk Design 89284 Pfaffenhofen GE...

Page 10: ...he servo linkage according to the drawings 31mm equal 1 2 inches 18mm equal 0 7 inches 12mm equal 0 5 inches the number on the right reads 4 degrees Elevator assmebly 11 Insert the joint milled from aluminum into the ruder horn cast part Loosely install the set screw 4 3 2 1 Tomahawk Design 89284 Pfaffenhofen GERMANY Keine Haftung für Druckfehler Technische Änderungen vorbehalten Stand 09 2010 Mad...

Page 11: ...rod It is meant to be continuous and in one piece going from wingtip to wingtip 13 Extend the total length of the servo leads to 60mm or 2 4 inches Install the servos including the linkages ATTENTION Test the servos sub trim before proceeding and apply glue only to the servo flaps Repeat steps 12 and 13 in order to finish the other wing half Tomahawk Design 89284 Pfaffenhofen GERMANY Keine Haftung...

Page 12: ...e Make sure not to overextend the ailerons DO NOT cut off the rudder at the hingeline 17 Extend the total length of the servo leads to 60mm or 2 4 inches Install the servos including the linkages ATTENTION Test the servos sub trim before proceeding and apply glue only to the servo flaps Adjust the length of the linkage if needed Tomahawk Design 89284 Pfaffenhofen GERMANY Keine Haftung für Druckfeh...

Page 13: ...l tape to fix the canopy to the frame instead ATTENTION Do not forget to apply paint and decals before you attach the clear canopy to the frame 20 Remove the sprue from the end of the fuselage and glue it to the canopy frame according to the drawing Leave the centering notch in place Canopy assembly 19 Install the magent flush to the canopy frame but do NOT apply glue yet Tomahawk Design 89284 Pfa...

Page 14: ...TTENTION The pieces have to be absolutely parallel to another and aligned in a straight line Please test fit in the fuselage before applying glue 23 Place the front and aft parts of the right fuselage section on an even and true surface and glue together Tomahawk Design 89284 Pfaffenhofen GERMANY Keine Haftung für Druckfehler Technische Änderungen vorbehalten Stand 09 2010 Made in Germany Seite 14...

Page 15: ...em together ATTENTION Make sure that the fuselage ends up true and straight 25 Glue the batteryboard assmebly to the left fuselage half Tomahawk Design 89284 Pfaffenhofen GERMANY Keine Haftung für Druckfehler Technische Änderungen vorbehalten Stand 09 2010 Made in Germany Seite 15 ...

Page 16: ...that the two magnets make contact and connect Now lift the canopy the two magnets should now sit on top of each other Carefully apply CA on the canopy frame where the magnet goes Just a small amount you do not want to glue the two magnets to each other Now place the canopy frame in place and let the assembly fully cure Done right you will hear an audible click when you put the canopy in place late...

Page 17: ...an unit using double sided tape 31 Lead the rudder servo cable through the fuselage and glue the rudder to the fuselage 33 The wing is being secured to the fuselage using a Polyamid M5 metric size size x 20mm plastic bolt and a washer In the rear the decals will further strengthen the assembly Tomahawk Design 89284 Pfaffenhofen GERMANY Keine Haftung für Druckfehler Technische Änderungen vorbehalte...

Page 18: ...ing by the CG which is at A measured from the tip of the airplane 515 mm or 20 25 inches b measured from the very leading edge of the wing 90 mm or 3 55 inches 36 Throws a Ailerons ca 20 25 Recommended Expo 30 b Elevator ca 25 30 Recommended Expo 40 c Rudder ca 30 35 Recommended Expo 40 Tomahawk Design 89284 Pfaffenhofen GERMANY Keine Haftung für Druckfehler Technische Änderungen vorbehalten Stand...

Page 19: ...s included with the kit 1 1 1 10 formers 2 Fiberglass tube 3 Control arm 5 x 4 Set screw 5 x 5 Milled aluminum part 5x 6 Fiberglass rod 1x350mm 2x 7 Fiberglass rod 1x450mm 8 Plastic bolt 9 Blind nut 10 Magnet assembly 11 Washer 12 Linkage 5x 13 Clear canopy Not depicted 14 Large decal sheet 15 Small decal sheet 13 Tomahawk Design 89284 Pfaffenhofen GERMANY Keine Haftung für Druckfehler Technische ...

Page 20: ...able 1 speed controller 60A minimum 1 Lipo 30C oder better 4S 2600 3200mAh THIS MODEL AIRPLANE IS NOT SUITABLE FOR THE USE OF TURBINES Tools needed Knife Needle nosed pliers Screw drivers Tape CA Replacement parts Fuselage Wings Rudder Canopy Loose parts Former set Decal sheet Please visit our homepage for building tips and instructions www tomahawk design de Tomahawk Design 89284 Pfaffenhofen GER...

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