INSTRUCTION MANUAL - Hobbico

1 WARRANTYG reat Planes Model Manufacturing this kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date ofpurchase. This warranty does not cover any component parts damaged by use or no case shall Great Planes liabilityexceed the original cost of the purchased , Great Planes reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without that Great Planes has no control over the final assembly or material used for final assembly, no liability shall be assumed noraccepted for any damage resulting from the use by the user of the final user-assembled product. By the act of using the user-assembledproduct, the user accepts all resulting the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this product, the buyer is advised to return thiskit immediately in new and unused condition to the place of THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORESTARTING CONSTRUCTION.

2 IT CONTAINSIMPORTANT WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONSCONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OFTHIS for GPMA1330 Copyright 20011610 Interstate Drive, Champaign, IL 61822(217) 398-8970, Ext MANUALL ength:60" [1,524mm] lbs [4,592g]Wingspan:71" [1, ]Wing Area:1360 sq in [8,840 sq cm]Wing oz/sq ft [ g/sq cm]Radio:4-ch (5 servos)Engine:.61 two-stroke, .91 four-stroke [10cc 2-stroke, 15cc 4-stroke]INTRODUCTION ..2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..2 DECISIONS YOU MUST MAKE ..3 Radio Recommendations ..3 ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED ..3 Hardware and Accessories ..3 Covering and Building Supplies ..4 Optional Supplies and BUILDING REPLACEMENT PARTS ..5 KIT THE WING ..7 Hook up the THE WINGS ..9 Install Flying Wires ..11 ASSEMBLE THE FUSELAGE ..12 Mount the Stab and the the Cowl ..15 Install the Fuel Tank ..16 FINAL ASSEMBLY ..16 Install the Radio ..16 Install the Landing Gear ..19 Finishing THE MODEL READY TO the Control Directions.

3 20 Set the Control the Model ( )..21 Balance the Model ..22 Identify Your Model ..22 Charge the Batteries ..22 Balance Propellers ..22 Ground Check ..23 Range SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..23 AMA SAFETY CODE (Excerpt).. Control ..23 CHECK Mixture .. you for purchasing the Great Planes Tiger Moth model is a re-creation of the deHavilland 82 TigerMoth which was originally developed from the GipsyMoth. It was first flown in October of 1931 and became thebasic trainer for Britain's Royal Air Force. More than 8,700 Tiger Moths were manufactured, with 4,200 going to theRoyal Air Force, where it trained thousands of pilots forWorld War II service. It continued to serve the post-war RAFuntil 1951. There are more than 250 still flying Tiger Moth has a wingspan of 29 ft. 4 in., a fuse lengthof 23 ft. 11 in., and is powered by a 145-hp deHavillandGipsy Major 1C inline piston engine.

4 The plane has amaximum speed of 107 mph, a ceiling of 14,600 ft. and arange of 275 hope your new Great Planes Tiger Moth ARF providesyou with many hours of flying fun and the latest technical updates or MANUAL corrections forthe Tiger Moth, visit the web site listed below and select theGreat Planes Tiger Moth ARF. A tech notice box will appearin the upper left corner of the page if there is new technicalinformation or Great Planes Tiger Moth ARF should not beconsidered a toy, but rather a sophisticated, working modelthat functions very much like a full-size airplane. Because ofits performance capabilities, the Tiger Moth, if notassembled and operated correctly, could possibly causeinjury to yourself or spectators and damage must assemble the model according to not alter or modify the model, as doing somay result in an unsafe or unflyable model. In a few casesthe instructions may differ slightly from the photos.

5 In thoseinstances the written instructions should be considered as must take time to assemble straight, trueand must use an R/C radio system that is in first-classcondition, and a correctly sized engine and components(fuel tank, wheels, etc.) throughout the assembly YOUR MODEL, YOURSELF& THESEIMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONSINTRODUCTIONTABLE OF must properly install all R/C and other components sothat the model operates properly on the ground and in the must check the operation of the model before everyflight to insure that all equipment is operating and that themodel has remained structurally sound. Be sure to checkclevises or other connectors often and replace them if theyshow any signs of wear or you are not already an experienced R/C pilot, youshould fly the model only with the help of a competent,experienced R/C : Take your time and follow the instructions toend up with a well-built model that is straight and you have not flown this type of model before, werecommend that you get the assistance of an experiencedpilot in your R/C club for your first flights.

6 If you're not amember of a club, your local hobby shop has informationabout clubs in your area whose membership includesexperienced addition to joining an R/C club, we strongly recommend youjoin the AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics). AMAmembership is required to fly at AMA sanctioned clubs. Thereare over 2,500 AMA chartered clubs across the other benefits, the AMA provides insurance to itsmembers who fly at sanctioned sites and events. Additionally,training programs and instructors are available at AMA clubsites to help you get started the right way. Contact the AMA atthe address or toll-free phone number below:Academy of Model Aeronautics5151 East Memorial DriveMuncie, IN 47302-9252 Tele. (800) 435-9262 Fax (765) 741-0057Or via the Internet at: Tiger Moth qualifies as a "giant scale" model and is anexcellent sport-scale model. It is therefore eligible to fly inIMAA events.

7 The IMAA (International Miniature AircraftAssociation) is an organization that promotes non-competitive flying of giant-scale models. If you plan to attendan IMAA event, contact the IMAA for a copy of the IMAAS afety Code at the address or telephone number S. Hilldale RoadSalina, KS 67401(866) 366-4622Or via the Internet at: is a partial list of items required to finish the Tiger Moththat may require planning or decision making before startingto build. Order numbers are provided in Tiger Moth requires a minimum 4 channel radio systemsuch as the Futaba 4VF (FUTJ62**). It requires 5 S-3003servos (FUTM0031), two Pro HD 12" Aileron Extensions(HCAM2711), and one Pro HD Y-Harness (HCAM2751).The following engines are recommended for the Tiger Moth:OS .61 FX two-stroke (OSMG0561) SuperTigre G-61 ABC w/muffler two-stroke (SUPG0181)SuperTigre G-75 Ring w/muffler two-stroke (SUPG0205)OS FS-91 II Surpass four-stroke (OSMG0896)OS FS-91 II Surpass w/pump four-stroke (OSMG0890)Remember that this is a scale model that is intended to fly atscale-like speeds, so throttle management should be is the list of hardware and accessories required to finishthe Great Planes Tiger Moth.

8 Order numbers are provided in parentheses. Propellers Follow engine manufacturer s recommendations R/C foam rubber (1/4" - HCAQ1000, or 1/2" - HCAQ1050) 30-Minute Epoxy (GPMR6047) 3' Medium fuel tubing (GPMQ4131)Hardware and AccessoriesADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIREDE ngine RecommendationsRadio EquipmentDECISIONS YOU MUST MAKEWe, as the kit manufacturer, provide you with a top qualitykit and instructions , but ultimately the quality and flyabilityof your finished model depends on how you assemble it;therefore, we cannot in any way guarantee theperformance of your completed model, and norepresentations are expressed or implied as to theperformance or safety of your completed Top Flite MonoKote sealing iron (TOPR2100) Top Flite MonoKote trim seal iron (TOPR2200) Top Flite MonoKote heat gun (TOPR2000) Top Flite Hot Sock iron cover (TOPR2175)In addition to common household tools and hobby tools, thisis the "short list" of the most important items required tobuild the Tiger Moth.

9 Great Planes Pro CA and Epoxy glueare recommended. 1/2 oz. Thin Pro CA (GPMR6001) 1/2 oz. Medium Pro CA+ (GPMR6007) Hobby knife (HCAR0105) #11 blades (HCAR0211) Small T-pins (HCAR5100) Builder's triangle (HCAR0480) Electric drill and 1/16" [ ], 3/32" [ ], 3/16"[ ], 17/64" [ ], and 5/16" [ ] drill bits 8-32 Tap Set (GPMR8108) Small Phillips (HCAR1024) and flat blade (HCAR1002)screwdrivers Pliers with wire cutter (HCAR0630)Here is a list of optional tools mentioned in the MANUAL thatwill help you build the Tiger Moth. Great Planes CG Machine (GPMR2400) Easy-Touch Bar Sander (GPMR6170) Easy Fueler fuel filling valve for glow fuel (GPMQ4160) Hobbico Servo Horn Drill (HCAR0698) 1/4-scale pilot (optional, WBRQ4131) Switch and Charge Jack Mounting Set (GPMM1000) Top Flite Precision Magnetic Prop Balancer (TOPQ5700) Great Planes Fingertip Prop Balancer (GPMQ5000) Black Top Flite MonoKote Trim Sheet (TOPQ4109) Black Top Flite LustreKote Paint (TOPR7208) Straightedge with scale (HCAR0475) Cutting mat (HCAR0456) Masking Tape (TOPR8018) CA Debonder (GPMR6039) CA Applicator tips (GPMR6033) CA accelerator (GPMR6034) 6-Minute Epoxy (GPMR6045) R/C-56 Canopy Glue (JOZR5007) Epoxy Brushes (GPMR8060) Mixing Sticks (GPMR8055) Threadlocker (GPMR6060) Denatured Alcohol (for epoxy clean up) 1/16" to 1/4" drill bit set Curved Tip Canopy Scissors for Trimming Plastic Parts(HCAR0667) Dead Center Engine Mount Hole Locator (GPMR8130)

10 Great Planes Receiver Guard (GPMM1010) Great Planes AccuThrow Deflection Gauge (for measuringcontrol throws, GPMR2405)MonoKote colors used on this Tiger Moth is covered in Top Flite MonoKote film. Shouldadditional covering for patchwork or repairs be required, useTop Flite Cub Yellow MonoKote (TOPQ0220). There are two types of screws used in this kit:Sheet metal screwsare designated by a number and alength. For example #6 x 3/4"This is a number six screw that is 3/4" screwsare designated by a number, threads perinch, and a length. For example 4-40 x 3/4"This is a number four screw that is 3/4" long with forty threads per inch. When you see the term test fitin the instructions , itmeans that you should first position the part on theassembly without using any glue, then slightly modify orcustom fit the part as necessary for the best fit. Whenever the term glueis written you should rely uponyour experience to decide what type of glue to use.