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E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual
Table of Contents
Introduction ........................................................... 3
Important Information Regarding
Warranty Information ..................................... 3
Specifications ......................................................... 3
Using the Manual ................................................... 3
Contents of Kit/Parts Layout .................................... 3
Recommended Radio Equipment ............................. 4
Motor Setup ........................................................... 4
Optional Accessories .............................................. 4
Optional Retracts ................................................... 4
Optional Batteries .................................................. 4
UltraCote
®
Covering Colors .................................... 4
Hardware/Accessory Sizes ..................................... 4
Required Tools and Adhesives ................................. 4
Wing Tip Installation .............................................. 5
Hinging the Ailerons and Flaps ............................... 6
Aileron and Flap Servo Installation .......................... 7
Control Horn Installation ....................................... 10
Flap and Aileron Linkage Installation ..................... 11
Wing Spar Installation .......................................... 13
Main Landing Gear Installation ............................. 15
Optional Main Landing Gear Doors ...................... 18
Rudder and Elevator Servo Installation ................... 21
Rudder Installation ............................................... 22
Elevator Installation .............................................. 24
Fan Installation..................................................... 26
Nose Gear Installation .......................................... 28
Receiver and Speed Control Installation ................. 32
Motor Battery Installation ...................................... 33
Canopy Assembly ................................................ 34
Decal Placement ................................................... 35
Center of Gravity ................................................. 36
Control Throws..................................................... 37
Preflight ............................................................... 37
Range Test Your Radio .......................................... 38
Flying Your Model ................................................ 38
Daily Flight Checks ............................................... 39
Limited Warranty ................................................. 39
Warranty Services ................................................ 40
Compliance Information for the European Union .... 41
Academy of Model Aeronautics
National Model Aircraft Safety Code ............ 41
Introduction
E-flite takes scale ARF ducted fan performance and
engineering to new heights with the F-4 Phantom
32 DF. Designed around the E-flite
®
Delta-V
®
32
80mm fan unit and 2150Kv DF32 brushless motor, its
bifurcated intake and exhaust, which are engineered
for best performance, allow this potent combo to
produce large amounts of thrust when powered with
an E-flite 6S 5000mAh 30C Li-Po pack. And it does
so without resorting to drag-inducing cheater holes.
The result is a sport EDF with exhilarating speed that
will give even experienced jet jockeys goose bumps.
The Platinum Series E-flite
®
ducted fan F-4 Phantom DF
32 also boasts a level of fit and finish that is every bit
as impressive as its performance. Its sleek fiberglass
fuselage comes pre-painted and integrates the vertical
stabilizer. The fully-sheeted wings are mounted with
carbon blade spars and the full flying stabilator is
preassembled from the factory to ensure accuracy.
And it’s covered with genuine UltraCote
®
covering for
the best look and finish. Just add the optional E-flite
electric retracts (sold separately), and you’ve got a
scale jet that truly stands out from the crowd.
Important Information
Regarding Warranty Information
Please read our Warranty and Liability Limitations in
the back of this manual before building this product.
If you as the Purchaser or user are not prepared
to accept the liability associated with the use of
this Product, you are advised to return this Product
immediately in new and unused condition to the place
of purchase.
Specifications
Wingspan:
34.8 in (885mm)
Wing Area:
406 sq in (26.2 sq dm)
Length:
47.2 in (1200mm)
Weight w/o Battery: 5.15–5.45 lb (2.35–2.50 kg)
Weight with Battery: 7.05–7.40 lb (3.20–3.35 kg)
Using the Manual
This manual is divided into sections to help make
assembly easier to understand and to provide breaks
between each major section. In addition, check boxes
have been placed next to each step to keep track
of its completion. Steps with a single circle (
) are
performed once, while steps with two or more circles
(
) indicate the step will require repeating, such as
for a right or left wing panel, two servos, etc.
Remember to take your time and follow the directions.
Contents of Kit/Parts Layout
Replacement Parts
EFL812501
Fuselage with Hatches
EFL812502
Main Wing Left
EFL812503
Main Wing Right
EFL812504
Horizontal Stabilizer Assembly
EFL812505
Canopy and Engine Hatches
EFL812506
Plastic Accessories
EFL812507
Rudder
EFL812508
Hardware
EFL812509
Pushrods
EFL812510
Decal Sheet
EFL812511
Landing Gear Struts
EFL812512
Tail Cone
EFL812513
Fixed Nose Gear
EFL812514
Foam Main Wheels, 48mm dia
EFL812515
Foam Nose Wheels, 33mm dia