Extra 330 Manual
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TM WE GET PEOPLE FLYING INSTRUCTION MANUAL • 90% custom built • Designed by 7-time TOC competitor Mike McConville • Specifically designed for excellence in precision and 3D aerobatics • Prepainted fiberglass cowl and wheelpants • Plug-in wing and stab • Precovered with genuine Goldberg UltraCote® • IMAC and IMAA legal • Instructions include 3D flying tips from Mike McConville Specifications Wingspan: . 97 in . 2,463.8 mm Fuselage Length: . 88 in . 2,235.2 mm Wing Area: . 1,750 sq in . 112.9 dm2 Flight Weight: . 23.5 to 26.5 lb . 9.98–11.80 kg Recommended Engines: . 60 to 80 cc Table of Contents Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 2 Warning ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 3 Additional Equipment Required ............................................................................................................................................................ 3 Other Items Needed (not included in the kit) ......................................................................................................................................... 4 Tools and Supplies Needed (not included in the kit) ............................................................................................................................. 4 Contents of Kit ......................................................................................................................................................................................5 Section 1. Installing the Aileron Servos ............................................................................................................................................. 6 Section 2. Installing the Aileron Control Horns .................................................................................................................................. 7 Section 3. Hinging and Sealing the Control Surfaces ......................................................................................................................... 9 Section 4. Installing the Linkages .................................................................................................................................................... 13 Section 5. Installing the Rudder and Elevator Servos ....................................................................................................................... 14 Section 6. Installing the Elevator, Control Horns, and Linkages ....................................................................................................... 16 Section 7. Installing the Rudder, Control Horns, and Linkages ........................................................................................................ 19 Section 8. Installing the Landing Gear ............................................................................................................................................. 21 Section 9. Attaching the Tail Wheel .................................................................................................................................................. 24 Section 10. Installing the Receiver, Battery, and Fuel Tank ................................................................................................................. 25 Section 11. Mounting the Engine and Cowl ....................................................................................................................................... 27 Section 12. Hatch Assembly .............................................................................................................................................................. 30 Section 13. Balancing the Model ....................................................................................................................................................... 31 Section 14. Radio Setup ..................................................................................................................................................................... 32 Section 15. Control Throws ............................................................................................................................................................... 32 Preflight at the Field ........................................................................................................................................................................... 32 Setup and Flight Tips by Mike McConville ......................................................................................................................................... 33 AMA Safety Code ............................................................................................................................................................................... 39 Introduction Thank you for your purchase of Hangar 9’s Extra 330L. Because the size and weight create a higher degree for potential danger, an added measure of care and responsibility is needed when building and flying giant-scale models. If this is your first giant-scale aerobatic aircraft, it’s important that you carefully follow the instructions, especially those regarding hinging (pages 9–10), sealing the hinge gaps (pages 11–12), and the section on flying (pages 33). Like all giant-scale aerobatic aircraft, the Extra requires powerful, heavy-duty servos. Servos greatly effect the flight performance, feel, and response of the model. To get the most out of your Extra, it’s important to use accurate, powerful servos with a minimum of 80 oz/in of torque. In the prototype models we used JR 8101s and JR 8411s with excellent results. A less powerful servo can lead to a crash. The Extra 330L does not include hardware. Many experienced giant-scale pilots have specific hardware preferences and can individually choose the components that they prefer. Hangar 9 offers an optional hardware package (page 5) part (#HAN1220, JR/ #HAN1221, FUT) that includes the hardware that our staff regularly uses and recommends. Throughout the manual, the above hardware will be used during the assembly process. If using another type/brand of hardware, it’s your responsibility to be sure that it’s strong enough for this application and properly installed. If you encounter difficulty in any construction sequence, please contact one of our technicians. We stand ready to provide any assistance we can concerning the construction of your Extra 330L. Contact us at: Horizon Hobby, Inc. 4105 Fieldstone Road, Champaign, IL 61822 2 (877) 504-0233 www.horizonhobby.com Warning An R/C aircraft is not a toy! If misused, it can cause serious bodily harm and damage to property. Fly only in open areas, preferably AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics) approved flying sites, following all instructions included with your radio and engine. Additional Equipment Required Radio Equipment with Computer Radio • (7) Servos with 80 oz/in of torque minimum (JR8101, 4721, 2721, or 8411 or equivalent) • 1000mAh receiver battery pack or larger • (4) 24" Servo Extensions (JRPA102) • (1) 18" Servo Extensions (JRPA101) • (2) 6" Servo Extensions (JRPA095) • (2) 12" Servo Extensions (JRPA099) Radio Equipment Non-Computer Radio • (7) Servos with 80 oz/in of torque minimum (JR8101, 4721, 2721, or 8411 or equivalent) • (3) Y-Harnesses (JRP133) • (4) 18" Servo Extensions (JRPA101) • 1000mAh receiver battery pack or larger • (2) 12" Servo Extensions (JRPA099) • (2) 6" Servo Extensions (JRPA095) Note: Requires one reversed servo for elevator Recommended JR Systems: • JR 400EX • JR 421EX JR 8103 • JR XP652 • JR XP783 • JR XP8103 • JR PCM10X Engine Requirements • 60-80 cc Gasoline Engine Recommended Gasoline Engines: Zenoah G-62 Zenoah GT-80 • Zenoah G-62 Gasoline Engine • Zenoah GT-80 Gasoline Engine 3 Other Items Needed (not included in the kit) Zenoah Gas Start-up Package (ZEN20002) Includes: • Kill Switch (ZEN20000) • Oil (2 Cycle) (ZEN20001 • Fuel Dot (HAN115) • Fuel Filter (HAN143) • Mix Cup (HAN3101) • Gas Stopper (DUB400) • 3' Fuel Line (DUB799) • Line keeper (DUB677)) Tools and Adhesives Needed (not included in the kit) Tools Adhesives • Drill • Thick CA (cyanoacrylate) glue • Drill bits: 1/16", 1/8", 5/32", 1/4", 3/8", 1/2", 5/16" • CA remover/debonder • Medium Phillips screwdriver • 30-minute epoxy • Small straight screwdriver • 5-minute epoxy • Needle-nose pliers • Silicon glue • Hobby knife with #11 blade • Canopy glue • Mixing stick • Blue Locktite® • Straight edge • Electrical tape • Jig saw • Masking tape • Soldering iron • Measuring device (e.g., ruler, tape measure) • Scissors • Moto-tool with cut-off wheel • 8-32 Tap (DUB363) • Sealing iron • Glue syringe or tooth pick • 5/32" and 1/8" Hex wrench • Adjustable wrench Addition Needed Items • 4" spinner • Propeller • Rubbing alcohol (Refer to recommendations listed in your engine’s • Felt-tipped pen/pencil operating instructions.) • White UltraCote® (GBG870) • 2' gas compatible tubing • Pearl Blue UltraCote® (GBG845) • Cup engine mount B+B 6202 (G-62 only) • Coarse sandpaper • Radio packing foam • Antenna tube • 1/8" light plywood • (4) 1/4"-20 x 1/4" Socket head screws (G-62 only) • 1/3 Scale Pilot (HAN8265) • (2) Small cable ties • Paper towels 4 Contents of Kit Note: Photos of products may vary slightly from the contents in the box. Replacement Parts • Fuselage (HAN1201)