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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

A6M ZERO

Item code: BH180

   When ready to fly, first extend the transmitter aerial.

   Switch on the transmitter.

   Switch on the receiver.

   Check that the wings are correctly fitted to the

   fuselage.

   Operate the control sticks on the transmitter and 

   check that the control surfaces move freely and in

   the CORRECT directions.

   Check that the transmitter batteries have adequate 

   power.

   ALWAYS take off into the wind.

   If the model does not respond correctly to the 

controls, land it as soon as possible and correct the 

   fault.

   ALWAYS land the model INTO the wind, this ensures

   that the model lands at the slowest possible speed.

   Switch off the receiver.

   Switch off the transmitter.

   Empty the fuel tank after flying, fuel left in the tank 

   can cause corrosion and lead to engine problems.

A. GENERAL: A model aircraft is a non-human-carrying aircraft capable of sustained flight in the atmosphere. It may 

not exceed limitations of this code and is intended exclusively for sport, recreation, education and/or competition. 

All model flights must be conducted in accordance with this safety code and anyadditional rules specific to the 

flying site.

1.  Model aircraft will not be flown:

(a) In a careless or reckless manner.

(b) At a location where model aircraft activities are prohibited.

2.  Model aircraft pilots will:

(a) Yield the right of way to all human-carrying aircraft.

(b) See and avoid all aircraft and a spotter must be used when appropriate. (AMA Document #540-D.)

(c) Not fly higher than approximately 400 feet above ground level within three (3) miles of an airport without notifying 

the airport operator.

(d) Not interfere with operations and traffic patterns at any airport, heliport or seaplane base except where there is a 

mixed use agreement.

(e) Not exceed a takeoff weight, including fuel, of 55 pounds unless in compliance with the AMA Large Model 

Airplane program. (AMA Document 520-A.)

(f)  Ensure the aircraft is identified with the name and address or AMA number of the owner on the inside or affixed 

to the outside of the model aircraft. (This does not apply to model aircraft flown indoors.)

(g) Not operate aircraft with metal-blade propellers or with gaseous boosts except for helicopters operated under the 

provisions of AMA Document #555.

(h) Not operate model aircraft while under the influence of alcohol or while using any drug that could adversely affect 

the pilot’s ability to safely control the model.

(i)  Not operate model aircraft carrying pyrotechnic devices that explode or burn, or any device which propels a 

projectile or drops any object that creates a hazard to persons or property.

Exceptions:

•    Free Flight fuses or devices that burn producing smoke and are securely attached to the model aircraft during 

flight.

•   Rocket motors (using solid propellant) up to a G-series size may be used provided they remain attached to the 

model during flight. Model rockets may be flown in accordance with the National Model Rocketry Safety Code 

but may not be launched from model aircraft.

Academy of Model Aeronautics National Model Aircraft Safety Code

Effective January 1, 2014

FLIGHT WARNINGS

ADHESIVES AND REQUIRED TOOLS

Top Flite® MonoKote® Sealing Iron 

Top Flite Hot Sock Iron Cover 

Top Flite MonoKote Trim Seal Iron 

Top Flite MonoKote Heat Gun 

COVERING TOOLS

Thin CA 

30-minute epoxy 

6-minute epoxy

Threadlocker thread locking cement 

Mixing sticks 

Mixing cups (GPMR8056)

Epoxy brushes 

Denatured alcohol 

Canopy Glue 

Felt-tipped pen or pencil 

Flat screwdriver

Adjustable wrench 

Drill

Hobby knife 

Masking tape

Phillips screwdriver (large) 

Phillips screwdriver (small)

Ruler 

Sandpaper

Soldering iron

Solder

Hex wrench

Drill bit: 1/16-inch (1.5mm), 5/64-inch (2mm), 

1/8-inch (3,2mm), 3/16-inch (4,8mm),11/64-inch 

(4.5mm), 13/64-inch (5,2mm), 1/4-inch (6,4mm)

Содержание A6M ZERO

Страница 1: ...d battery set up not included Motor RIMFIRE 50 cc Lipo cell 12 cells 5500 6000mAh Receiver battery 6 0V 2400 2600mAh 2 Packs ESC 120A SPECIFICATION Wingspan 2 385 mm 94 in Length 2 059 mm 81 in Weight 10 8 kg 24 lbs Wing area 99 5 dm2 Wing loading 108 5 g dm2 Wing type Naca Airfoil Servo mount 42mm x 21mm Main gear type Electric retract gear with oleo struts for main gear included Tail gear type O...

Страница 2: ...our success Please read through this manual before starting construction Warranty 3 Disclaimer 3 Safety precaution 3 Important building notes 3 Suggestion 3 Flight warnings 3 Covering tools 3 Adhesives and required tools 4 Academy of Model Aeronautics National Model Aircraft Safety Code 4 Part listing not included 6 Tools supplies needed 6 Symbols used throughout this instruction manual comprise 6...

Страница 3: ...dust as the dust will blow back into your eyes Always wear safety goggles a particle mask and rubber gloves when grinding drilling and sanding fiberglass parts Vacuum the parts and the work area thoroughly after working with fiberglass parts IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES To avoid scratching your new airplane do not unwrap the pieces until they are needed for assembly Cover your workbench with an old to...

Страница 4: ...ght including fuel of 55 pounds unless in compliance with the AMA Large Model Airplane program AMA Document 520 A f Ensure the aircraft is identified with the name and address or AMA number of the owner on the inside or affixed to the outside of the model aircraft This does not apply to model aircraft flown indoors g Not operate aircraft with metal blade propellers or with gaseous boosts except fo...

Страница 5: ... AMA Documents 922 and 923 6 With the exception of events flown under official AMA Competition Regulations excluding takeoff and landing no powered model may be flown outdoors closer than 25 feet to any individual except for the pilot and the pilot s helper s located at the flightline 7 Under no circumstances may a pilot or other person touch an outdoor model aircraft in flight while it is still u...

Страница 6: ...gle Screw driver Medium C A glue EPOXY A EPOXY B 30 minute epoxy 5 minute epoxy Modeling knife 2 bender plier TOOLS SUPPLIES NEEDED Cut off excess B Apply epoxy glue Apply threadlocker screw cement C A Apply instant glue C A glue super glue Cut off shaded portion carefully Assemble left and right sides the same way Must be purchased separately Ensure smooth non binding movement when assembling Pay...

Страница 7: ...Cap Screw 2 3mm Flat Washer 3mm Hex Nut 4 44mm Pinned Hinge 2 6x900mm Push rod 2 Horn 4 2 2 4 Ball link 4 3x12mm Cap Screw 4 3mm Flat Washer 3mm Hex Nut 10 44mm Pinned Hinge Exhaust Pipe Mounting part 5 1 1 5 10 3x12mm Tp Screw 7 1 3x15mm Tp Screw 1200mm Cable rod 2 2 2 4 3x30mm Connector Locknut 3mm Hex Nut 2 M3 Metal Clevis 3mm Spring Washer 4 3mm Flat Washer 4 4 3x16mm Cap Screw 4mm Spring Wash...

Страница 8: ...LLING THE AILERONS AND FLAPS B A Apply epoxy glue Cut off shaded portion carefully Assemble left and right sides the same way 8 67mm Pinned hinge 10 44mm Pinned hinge Flap Aileron 8 Horn F l a p 10 3x12mm Tp Screw 2 2 2 3x12mm Tp Screw Horn Bottom View ...

Страница 9: ...When you have pulled the servo lead out remove the masking tape and the servo lead from the thread 5 Place the servo into the servo tray hatch into the servo box on the bottom of the wing and drill 1 5mm pilot holes through the tray and servo box for each of the four mounting screws Secure the servo tray in place using the mounting screws provided 6 Repeat step 2 5 to install the second aileron se...

Страница 10: ...CTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code BH180 10 o 60 approx 16mm 2mm Flaps servos 3mm Hex Nut 3mm Flat Washer 3x12mm Cap Screw 2 6x80mm 1 5mm Screw Flap 3x12mm Tp Screw Flap 2 2 2 2 2 2x10mm Tp Screw 1 5mm 2 Flap 2 ...

Страница 11: ... Flat Washer 3mm Hex Nut 2 6x100mm Cut off shaded portion carefully Assemble left and right sides the same way Pay close attention here Drill holes using the stated in this case 1 5mm 1 5mm The number of times the same way Assembly in this case twice 2 2mm Screw 1 5mm 1 5mm 2x10mm Tp Screw 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 ...

Страница 12: ...ode BH180 12 Assemble left and right sides the same way C A Apply instant glue C A glue super glue Cut off shaded portion carefully B A Apply epoxy glue Bottom View 2x10mm 3x15mm Tp Screw Horn 3x12mm Cap Screw Aileron C A C A 2 2 2 2 2 ...

Страница 13: ...NG GEAR 4mm Spring Washer 8 4x20mm Socket Head Cap Screw 8 6x55mm Socket Head Cap Screw 3x16mm Button Head Cap Screw 2 4 6mm Flat washer 4 4mm Flat washer 2x10mm Tp Screw 3x4mm Set Screw 8 8 4 3x20mm Button Head Cap Screw 4 115mm Wheel Mounting gear Wheel well Bottom View B 2 Top View ...

Страница 14: ...t sides the same way Drill holes using the stated in this case 3mm 3mm 4x20mm Socket Head Cap Screw 4mm Spring Washer 4mm Flat washer for Fuselage for Wing 108mm 20mm Using a modeling knife carefully remove the firm covering from the wing gear tray Make sure that you do not remove any wood 3x4mm Set Screw ...

Страница 15: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code BH180 15 6x55mm Socket Head Cap Screw 6mm Flat washer 3x20mm Button Head Cap Screw 3x16mm Button Head Cap Screw ...

Страница 16: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code BH180 16 Cut off shaded portion carefully Assemble left and right sides the same way C A Apply instant glue C A glue super glue Bottom View 2x10 mm Tp Screw ...

Страница 17: ...ay if necessary to fit your servos 2 Mount the servo to the tray using the mounting screws provided with your radio system o 90 o 90 approx 16mm 2mm 2mm 2mm For Throttle Servo For Rudder Elevator Servo 1 2 3 4 Throttle servo Elevator servo Tail gear Rudder servo Elevator servo INSTALLING HORIZONTAL STABILIZER 2 6x900mm Push rod 2 Horn 4 2 2 4 Ball link 4 3x12mm Cap Screw 4 3mm Flat Washer 3mm Hex ...

Страница 18: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code BH180 18 Bottom View 10 ...

Страница 19: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code BH180 19 Bottom View 2 Horn 3mm Hex Nut 3x12mm Cap Washer Ball link Aluminium ball Push rod 2 6x900mm Push rod ...

Страница 20: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code BH180 20 Top View Elevator Elevator Elevator servo Push rod Ball link 3mm Hex nut 3x12mm Cap scew 3mm Flash washer Servo tail 2 ...

Страница 21: ...NSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code BH180 21 Bottom View INSTALLING VERTICAL STABILIZER 4 2 6x870mm Push rod 1 Horn 2 1 1 2 Ball link 2 3x12mm Cap Screw 2 3mm Flat Washer 3mm Hex Nut 4 44mm Pinned Hinge ...

Страница 22: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code BH180 22 Bottom View Horn 3mm Hex Nut 3x12mm Cap Washer Ball link Aluminium ball Push rod ...

Страница 23: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code BH180 23 Top View Push rod Ball link 3mm Hex nut 3x12mm Cap scew 3mm Flash washer Servo tail Rudder Rudder servo ...

Страница 24: ...4 Bottom View INSTALLING THE TAIL GEAR 1 2 3 4 5 Cable rod 3x16mm Cap Screw 3mm Spring Washer 3mm Flat Washer 1200mm Cable rod 2 2 2 4 3x30mm Connector Locknut 3mm Hex Nut 2 M3 Metal Clevis 3mm Spring Washer 4 3mm Flat Washer 4 4 3x16mm Cap Screw ...

Страница 25: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code BH180 25 Bottom View Hex Nut 1 2 3 4 5 Cab rod M3 Metal Clevit 3mm Connector Rudder servo ...

Страница 26: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code BH180 26 B ...

Страница 27: ...installing the engine mount for DLE 55CC or OS 60CC OR DLE 55CC Throttle Lever OS 60CC Throttle Lever DLE 55CC DLE 55CC DLE 55CC Plate of plywood Throttle hole Φ 6mm DLE 35CC 6 2mm 6 2mm OS 60CC Plate of plywood DLE 35CC OS 60CC OS 60CC Throttle hole Φ 6mm 6 2mm 6 2mm May be you also need to trim some wood from the tri angle wood for the installation is easy ...

Страница 28: ...ERO Item code BH180 28 Rubber Rubber Aluminium Aluminium 30mm Screw INSTALLING THE STOPPER Cut off shaded portion Bend 400 degree Bend 400 degree 40 degree bend 400 400 9mm 12mm 6mm Inflame Do not overheat it may break WARNING ...

Страница 29: ...LING THE FUEL TANK Silicone tube Foam ring Fuel tank 5 Test fit the stopper assembly into the tank It may be necessary to remove some of the flashing around the tank opening using a modeling knife If flashing is present make sure none of it falls into the tank 6 When satisfied with the alignment of the stopper assembly tighten the 3mm x 20mm machine screw until the rubber stopper expands and seals...

Страница 30: ...1 5x16mm Plastic Washer M5 Blind Nut 4 4 500mm Pushrod wire 1 4 12x65mm Aluminum Apply threadlocker screw cement Ensure smooth non binding movement when assembling Apply threadlocker screw cement Must be purchased separately 12x65mm Aluminium 5x16mm Plastic Washer 5mm Spring Washer 5mm Flat Washer 5x100mm Socket Head Cap Screw X M5 Blind Nut Zip tie ...

Страница 31: ...tle pushrod wire using wire cutters and install the servo arm retaining screw 1 Install one adjustable metal connector through the third hole out from the center of one servo arm enlarge the hole in the servo arm using a 2mm drill bit to accommodate the servo connector Remove the excess material from the arm After installing the adjustable metal connector apply a small drop of thin C A to the bott...

Страница 32: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code BH180 32 Exhaust Pipe MOUNTING THE COWL Mounting part 5 1 1 5 10 3x12mm Tp Screw 7 3x15mm Tp Screw 3x15mm Tp Screw 2 6 9 m m 241mm 2 7 5 m m ...

Страница 33: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code BH180 33 3x12mm Tp Screw plastic 5 ...

Страница 34: ...ron servo lead easier when you are installing the wing Plug the battery pack lead into the switch Do not permanently secure the receiver and battery until after balancing the model 1 The switch should be mounted on the fuselage side opposite the muffler close enough to the receiver so the lead will reach Use the face plate of the switch cut out and locate the mounting holes 3 Secure the switch in ...

Страница 35: ... so the rear frame on the canopy is aligned with the rear edge of the cockpit opening Use canopy glue to secure the canopy to the canopy hatch Use low tack tape to hold the canopy in position until the glue fully cures Wrap the tape completely around the canopy hatch Receiver 1 Electric Retract Landing Gear Controller ...

Страница 36: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code BH180 36 B B Top View B B ...

Страница 37: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code BH180 37 Must be purchased separately Top View ...

Страница 38: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code BH180 INSTALLING THE WING TO THE FUSELAGE 32x780mm Aluminium tube 1 1 1 38 B A Apply epoxy glue B B Bottom View ...

Страница 39: ...M ZERO Item code BH180 Top View Bottom View Test fit the aluminium tube dihedral brace into each wing haft The brace should slide in easily If not use 220 grit sand around the edges and ends of the brace until it fits properly ...

Страница 40: ...40 INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code BH180 INSTALLING THE PROPELLER 4 3x12mm TP Scew 3x12mm TP Screw 6 2mm Top View Main wing must be inserted and attached completely before fixing with screw 1 1 ...

Страница 41: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code BH180 INSTALLING THE PLASTIC PART 4x12mm Button Head Cap Screw 4mm Spring Washer 41 4x12mm Button Head Cap Screw 4 1 1 4 4mm Spring Washer ...

Страница 42: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code BH180 4x12mm Button Head Cap Screw 4mm Spring Washer 42 ...

Страница 43: ...R EP VERSION M4 Blind Nut 4 4 4x35mm Socket Head Cap Screw 4mm Plastic Washer 4 4 10x20mm Aluminum 4mm Spring Washer 4 1 10x10mm 4 mm Spring Washer 4mm Washer 4x35mm Socket Head Cap Screw M4 Blind Nut INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code BH180 M4 Blind Nut 43 ...

Страница 44: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code BH180 5mm Flat washer 5mm Spring Washer 5x16mm Plastic Washer 12x70mm Aluminum ESC 5x100mm Socket Head Cap Screw Zip tie mm 44 ...

Страница 45: ...under the horizontal stabilizer If the tail of the plane falls the plane is tail heavy To correct this move the battery and receiver forward or if this is not possible stick weight into the firewall When balanced correctly the airplane should sit level or slightly nose down when you lift it up with your fingers BALANCING 6 x 25mm Plastic Screw Aluminium 2000mm 12mm 2 2 1 1 Plate of plywood After y...

Страница 46: ... High rate PRE FLIGHT CHECK 1 Completely charge your transmitter and receiver batteries before your first day of flying 2 Check every bolt and every glue joint in your plane to ensure that everything is tight and well bonded 3 Double check the balance of the airplane 4 Check the control surface 5 Check the receiver antenna It should be fully extended and not coiled up inside the fuselage 6 Properl...

Страница 47: ...EXPL ODED VIEW 2x10mm Tp Screw 5x100mm Socket Head Cap Screw 5mm Spring Washer 5mm Flat Washer 5mm Plastic Washer 6mm Flat Washer 6x65mm Socket Head Cap Screw 12x65mm Aluminium 4x4mm 2x10mm 2mm 47 ...

Страница 48: ... instruction manual Follow instruction manual of Engine and Battery ESC BATTERY Receiver Motor BATTERY Engine Aileron Rudder Elevator Elevator Servo Aileron Throttle Servo Aileron Servo Aileron Servo Flap Servo Flap Flap Servo Flap Rudder Servo Receiver Battery Receiver Switch Elevator Elevator Servo INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code BH180 48 ...

Страница 49: ...AIN GEAR DIMENSIONAL DETAIL INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code BH180 18mm 23mm 31mm 23mm 31mm TAIL GEAR DIMENSIONAL DETAIL 36 00 130 50 70 00 65 00 54 00 45 00 28 00 127 00 19 00 257 00 49 123mm 47mm ...

Страница 50: ...lt up areas DO NOT dispose of empty fuel containers on a fire this can lead to an explosion NEVER fly in wet conditions or on windy or stormy days NEVER use damaged or deformed propellers or spinners THE PROPELLER IS DANGEROUS Keep fingers clothing ties shirt sleeves scarves or any other loose objects that could be caught or drawn in away from the propeller Take care at ALL times Keep all onlooker...

Страница 51: ...odel lands at the slowest possible speed Switch on the transmitter OFF ON OFF ON Check that the wings are correctly fitted to the fuselage If the model does not respond correctly to the controls land it as soon as possible and correct the fault Empty the fuel tank after flying fuel left in the tank can cause corrosion and lead to engine problems Check that the transmitter batteries have adequate p...

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