Multiplex Space Scooter Instrucciones De Montaje página 12

1. Before assembling the model
Check the contents of your kit.
You will find Figs. 1 + 2 and the Parts List helpful here.
RTF*: the parts marked thus are not included in the Space
Scooter kit version, # 21 4220
RTF = Ready To Fly!
The kit version of this model takes little time to complete. The
illustrated building instructions explain each stage.
2. Construction
• Cut through the ailerons at the root end. Fig. 3. Move
the control surfaces up and down to "free them up".
• Prepare the aileron horns 10. This involves mounting the
pushrod connectors on them and securing the retaining
nuts with a drop of glue. Glue the horns in the ailerons
using cyano. Figs. 4 - 6
• The aileron servo can now be installed: first set it to
neutral
from the transmitter, then fit the four-armed output lever
on the servo shaft, offset by 45° as shown. Install the
servo and apply a drop of hot-melt glue front and rear to
secure it. 5-minute epoxy is also acceptable for this.
Figs. 7 + 8
• Connect the aileron pushrods as shown in Fig. 9.
• Mount the articulated pushrod connector on the elevator
horn. Figs. 10 + 11
• Solder the speed controller to the motor. Please note the
correct polarity: blue wire to red spot on motor (reversed
rotation). Fig. 12
• Fit the rubber O-ring 23 over the motor unit from the rear
before installing it permanently. Fig. 13
• Place the motor unit in the fuselage "dry" (no glue). Fix
the cables and the speed controller in place using hot-
melt glue or 5-minute epoxy. Fig. 14
• Fit the motor cowl and secure it with the rubber O-ring
23. Figs. 15 - 17
• Install the elevator servo and secure it with a little hot-
melt glue or 5-minute epoxy. Figs. 18 + 19
• Prepare the pushrods 30, 31 & 32 and check that they fit
in their channels. Fix the outer sleeves in place with
cyano. Ensure that the snake outer 31 projects beyond
the channel for the rubber band 17. Figs. 20 - 23
• Push the wing retainer dowel 16 and the payload
retainer dowel 18 into the appropriate holes and secure
them with a drop of cyano. Figs. 24 + 25
• Install the receiver and secure it with Velcro tape. Fig. 26
• Slide the tailplane into its slot, fit the rubber band 17 to
secure it, and slip the pushrod 30 through the pushrod
connector on the elevator horn. Check from the
transmitter that the servo is at neutral, set the elevator to
centre, and tighten the grubscrew in the pushrod
connector. Once you have established the correct trim
setting you can disconnect the pushrod connector at any
time using a small screwdriver without losing the setting.
Figs. 27 - 32
• Connect the aileron servo lead to the receiver. Fig. 33
• The wing can now be attached to the fuselage: slip the
leading edge under the cabin at the front and deploy the
aileron lead neatly. Press the wing down at the rear and
fit the rubber band 17 to secure it. Fig. 34
Completing the model
3. It's gotta look right!
The kit is supplied with a multi-colour decal sheet 2. Cut out
the individual name placards and emblems and apply them to
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the model in the arrangement shown in the kit box illustration,
or in any other scheme you find attractive. Colour the canopy
black right down to the edge using a waterproof felt-tip pen.
4. Balancing the model
The Space-Scooter, like any other aircraft, must be balanced
at a particular point in order to achieve stable flying
characteristics. Assemble your model ready to fly, and install
the flight battery.
The Centre of Gravity (CG) should be over the centre of
the battery compartment, corresponding to a point about
110 mm from the wing leading edge at the root.
Support the model on two fingertips under the wing at a point
coinciding with the centre of the battery compartment and it
should balance level. If not, you can move the flight battery
forward or aft to correct the balance point. If for any reason
this is not possible, correct the CG with a little ballast (e.g.
lead) fitted at the nose or tail.
The CG location is not critical - 10 mm forward or aft of
the stated position presents no problems.
Figs. 35 + 36
5. Preparing for the first flight
For the first flight wait for a day with as little breeze as possible.
The early evening is often a good time.
Be sure to carry out a range check before the first flight.
Just before the flight, charge up the transmitter battery and
the flight pack using the recommended procedures. Ensure
that "your" channel is not already in use before you switch on
the transmitter.
Ask your assistant to hold the transmitter and walk away from
the model. The aerial should be fitted but completely collapsed.
Your assistant should operate one of the functions constantly
while you watch the servos. The non-controlled servo should
stay motionless up to a range of about 60 m, and the controlled
one should follow the stick movements smoothly and without
any delay. Please note that this check can only give reliable
results if the radio band is clear of interference, and if no other
radio control transmitters are in use - even on different
channels. If the range check is successful, repeat it with the
motor running. There should be no more than a very slight
reduction in effective radio range with the motor turning.
If you are not sure about anything, please don't risk a flight.
Send the whole system (including battery, switch harness and
servos) to the service department of your RC system
manufacturer and ask them to check it.
6. The first flight ...
Do not attempt any test-glides with this model!
The Space-Scooter is designed to be hand-launched, and
should always be launched exactly into any wind.
If you are a beginner to model flying we strongly
recommend that you ask an experienced model pilot to
help you for the first few flights.
Allow the aeroplane to climb to a safe height, then adjust the
trim sliders on the transmitter until it flies in a perfectly straight
line "hands off".
While the model is still at a safe altitude, switch off the motor
and try out the controls on the glide. Carry out a "dry run"
landing approach at a safe height so that you are prepared for
the real landing when the battery runs flat.
Don't try any tight turns at first, and especially not on the landing