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Attach the Control Surfaces

Now is the time to attach all the control surfaces to the airframe, by 

gluing the hinges in position with thin C/A. We've noted suggested 

hinge locations for each of the control surfaces on the plans.

When using the CA hinges, first push a pin through on side, at 

the center of the hinge as shown here. 

This will keep the hinge centered as it's 

pushed into the surfaces. When you've 

got all the hinges for a surface in place, 

then remove the pins and glue the hinges 

in place with a few drops of thin CA.

At the bottom of this page is  a guide on 

how to cut the CA strips into individual 

hinge pieces.

Attach wheels

Use the included 1/8” i.d. wheel collars to hold each wheel (not 

included) on the axles. For a maintenance free installation, file 

a small flat on the axle where the set screw of the wheel collar 

touches. Also use a touch of thread-locking compound to keep the 

screw from loosening over time.

This completes the assembly of the Minuette. Now you’ll need 

to adjust the control throws and check for balance.

Recommended C.G. setting:

An important part of preparing the aircraft for flight is properly 

balancing the model. This is especially important because of the 

various motor/battery combinations that can be used.

CAUTION! DO NOT SKIP THIS STEP!

The recommended Center of Gravity (CG) range for the Minuette 

is 3" from the leading edge of the wing, and you’ll see this marked 

on the fuselage plan with this symbol. 

If necessary, move the battery, receiver, and/or add weight to either 

the nose or the tail until the correct balance is achieved. Stick-on 

weights are available at your local hobby 

store and work well for this purpose.

We recommend balancing it at the 

forward point for the first flights, then 

moving it backward if you'd like it to be a 

little more maneuverable.

Recommended Control Throws:

The amount of control throw should be adjusted as closely as 

possible using mechanical means, rather than making large 

changes electronically at the radio.

Cut at .375” intervals to form 16 individual C/A hinges.

By moving the position of the clevis at the control horn toward 

the outermost hole, you will decrease the amount of control throw 

of the control surface. Moving it toward the control surface will 

increase the amount of throw. Moving the pushrod wire at the 

servo arm will have the opposite effect: Moving it closer to center 

will decrease throw, and away from center will increase throw. Work 

with a combination of the two to achieve something relatively 

close to these throws that are good for everyday sport flying. If 

competing in pattern, you'll probably want to dial these down a bit 

to give a smoother appearance to your maneuvers.

Aileron 3/8” up/down (25% expo)

Elevator 1/4” up/down (20% expo)

Rudder 3/4” left/right (15% expo)

(Expert tip: Once the control throws have been set, cut a few 

pieces of medium silicone fuel tubing (or heat shrink tubing) to 

go around each of the clevises. This will keep them from opening 

during flight.)

Also we strongly suggest mixing your rudder and ailerons together, 

assuming you have that capability in your radio. It will make for 

much smoother turns.

Preflight:

Charge both the transmitter and receiver pack for your airplane. 

Use the recommended charger supplied with your particular radio 

system, following the instructions provided with the radio. In most 

cases, the radio should be charged the night before going out flying.

Check the radio installation and make sure all the control surfaces 

are moving correctly (i.e. the correct direction and with the 

recommended throws). Test run the engine and make sure it 

transitions smoothly from idle to full throttle and back. Also ensure 

the engine is tuned according to the manufacturer’s instructions, and 

it will run consistently and constantly at full throttle when adjusted.

Check all the control horns, servo horns and clevises to make sure 

they are secure and in good condition. Replace any items that would 

be considered questionable. Failure of any of these components in 

flight would mean the loss of your aircraft.

Range check your radio before flying

Before each flying session, range check your radio. This is 

accomplished by turning on your transmitter with the antenna 

collapsed. Turn on the radio in your airplane, but do not attach the 

arming switch.

With your airplane on the ground, you should be able to walk 30 

paces away from your airplane and still have complete control of all 

functions.

If not, don’t attempt to fly! Have your radio equipment checked out 

by the manufacturer.

Содержание Minuette

Страница 1: ...teries wheels etc throughout the building process You must correctly install all R C and other components so that the model operates correctly on the ground and in the air Installation shown in the ma...

Страница 2: ...aser cut 3 32 x 4 x 24 balsa 2 BP5 laser cut 1 16 x 4 x 12 balsa 2 BP6 laser cut 1 16 x 4 x 12 balsa 2 BP7 laser cut 1 16 x 4 x 12 balsa 2 BP8 laser cut 1 16 x 4 x 12 balsa 2 BP9 laser cut 1 16 x 4 x...

Страница 3: ...he photo s for that step both in this manual and online AllphotosshowninthismanualareofdifferentMinuetteprototypes Several pieces may have changed slightly with improvements we ve made so parts may lo...

Страница 4: ...each rib s slot as the glue cures Any gaps will add up over the length of the wing and make is so the rib alignment with the plans keeps getting worse and worse n n Step 5 Wing Assembly R9 Now glue t...

Страница 5: ...n install another pair of SW3s and the R5 And finally you ll install the remaining pair of SW3s and the R4 Again dry fit these first and make sure everything is aligned and all tabs are properly seate...

Страница 6: ...ea of the dihedral box be careful not to drip excess glue into the box formed between R3 ribs n n Step 23 Wing Assembly Ailerons only S1 S3 If there s no ailerons in your future skip this step For tho...

Страница 7: ...LP4 Glue one on top of the other to form 8 thicker WAs Refer to the plans as these are glued into place in 8 different places on each wing half Start with the bottom 4 first making sure they are flat...

Страница 8: ...nto place making sure it s glue to all of the pieces it touches ribs DH1 and sheeting n Step 36 Wing Assembly CS2 Now it s time to glue the ribs DH1 assembly in place on to CH2 You ll note that each o...

Страница 9: ...tep 48 Wing Assembly Now its time for the big one time to fit the port starboard and center sections of the wing together Before trying to slide these pieces together sand the root ends of each wing h...

Страница 10: ...ate VF1 from BP4 Pin it in position over the plans taking note of how the plans show where the pre cut grooves should be placed n Step 63 Vertical Fin Assembly VF2 Locate VF2 from BP4 Note the small c...

Страница 11: ...t You ll use this piece to cut and fit all of the vertical fuselage supports starting at the two pieces that are doubled up about an 1 back from the wing s trailing edge Carefully measure cut and beve...

Страница 12: ...es for LG1 as shown here Then glue LG1 on top of the LG2s making sure it s aligned properly when by fully inserting both tabs into the pre cut holes on the fuselage side n Step 87 Fuse Assembly WH1 WH...

Страница 13: ...ross framing Remember that matching sets of braces goes on the top and bottom so take your time and get this right Again this part will show so make yourself proud here n Step 96 Fuse Assembly Tail sk...

Страница 14: ...few drops of thin CA will help strengthen and secure the threads you ve cut in these holes We ve found this to be a very secure way of holding the wing in place for all of our prototypes but if you do...

Страница 15: ...is used between the two FS2s Dry fit these first sand as necessary then lightly tack these in position to the wing and to the FS3 FS4 parts NOT TO THE FUSELAGE When the glue has cured lightly sand the...

Страница 16: ...re We used 26 gauge wire not included but other thicknesses can be used Lightly brush on a bit of flux over the wire wrap then use a small torch or a soldering iron to securely solder the wire wrap in...

Страница 17: ...r the other Lastly using a bit of thin CA wick it in all around the ends of CH1 This will strengthen them even further Aileron Hatches SH1 When mounting the aileron servos to each of the SH1 s you ll...

Страница 18: ...the position of the clevis at the control horn toward the outermost hole you will decrease the amount of control throw of the control surface Moving it toward the control surface will increase the am...

Страница 19: ...Construction Manual www oldschoolmodels com Page 19 APPENDIX A...

Страница 20: ...Page 20 www oldschoolmodels com Construction Manual APPENDIX A...

Страница 21: ...be defective The user shall determine the suitability of the product for his or her intended use and shall assume all risk and liability in connection therewith If the buyer is not prepared to accept...

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