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Kyosho Spitfire 50 GP/EP User Manual

Kyosho Spitfire 50 GP/EP
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Kyosho Spitfire 50 GP/EP Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKyosho
ModelSpitfire 50 GP/EP
CategoryToy
Skill LevelIntermediate
Power SourceElectric or Glow Engine
Radio System4-Channel
MaterialBalsa

Summary

Safety Precautions

Not a Toy Warning

Emphasizes the model is not a toy and requires careful handling.

Assembly and Operation Safety Guidelines

Provides essential safety guidelines for assembly and operation.

Required Items for Operation

Propeller and Fasteners

Required propellers, adhesives, and fasteners for assembly.

Optional Enhancement Equipment

Recommended items to improve airplane performance.

Engine Model Specifics

Engine and Starting Requirements

Details about engine, muffler, and starting requirements.

Electric Model Specifics

Motor, Battery, and ESC Specifications

Specifications for motor, battery, and electronic speed controller.

Battery and Charger Requirements

Detailed requirements for LiPo batteries and chargers.

Required Tools for Assembly

Essential Assembly Tools

Lists various tools needed for construction, including cutting, gripping, and soldering.

Pre-Assembly Instructions

Understand the Manual

Advise to read the manual thoroughly before starting assembly.

Parts Check

Instruction to verify all parts are present and in good condition.

Main Wing Assembly

Understanding Manual Symbols

Explanation of symbols used throughout the instruction manual.

Film Wrinkle Correction

Method for smoothing wrinkles on the film covering.

Hinges Securing and Alignment

Instructions for securely gluing hinges and aligning wing parts.

Hinge Security Warning

Critical warning about the importance of securely glued hinges.

Aileron Servo Installation

Servo Neutralization and Mounting

Steps for neutralizing and mounting servos.

Horn Hole Preparation

Preparing the horn hole by cutting away film.

Main Wing and Aileron Servo Connection

Servo Cord Routing

Guide for routing the servo cord using a string.

Main Wing & Aileron Servo Continued

Heat-Shrink Tube and Flame Warning

Guidance on using heat-shrink tubing and flame safety.

Wing Halves Gluing Warning

Critical warning about secure wing gluing to prevent flight accidents.

Main Wing Assembly Steps

Servo Cord Pulling and Gap Filling

Steps for pulling servo cords and filling gaps with epoxy.

Directional Alignment Notes

Emphasizes paying attention to the correct orientation during assembly.

Main Gear Assembly

Nut Interference Modification

Instruction to cut part if the 3mm nut interferes with the wheel cup.

Main Gear Linkage Setup

Landing Gear Linkage Locking

Ensures landing gear linkages are properly locked for safety.

Linkage Rod Bending and Trimming

Guide to bending and trimming linkage rods for smooth movement.

Main Wing and Flap Servo Installation

Flap Servo Mounting

Instructions for mounting the flap servo.

Main Wing and Flap Rod Setup

Flap Rod Installation and Heat-Shrink Tubing

Instructions for installing the flap rod and using heat-shrink tubing.

Film Cutting for Wing Attachment

Instructions to cut covering film for wing parts.

Main Wing Attachment

Elevator Joint Hole Preparation

Drilling holes in the elevator for the joint.

Elevator Fixing for Alignment

Securing the elevator on a flat surface for proper alignment.

Horizontal Tail Assembly

Elevator Joint Installation

Attaching the elevator joint.

Horizontal Tail Hinges

Secure Hinges with Instant Glue

Instructions for securely gluing hinges to the tail wing.

Tail and Elevator Alignment

Aligning the center lines of the horizontal tail and elevator.

Horizontal Tail Alignment Warning

Alignment Criticality Warning

Warning about the importance of accurate alignment for safe flight.

Film Cutting for Bonding Surface

Cutting covering film from the bonding surface.

Tail Gear Installation

Tail Gear Hole Drilling

Drilling holes in the rudder for tail gear assembly.

Vertical Tail Assembly

Vertical Tail and Rudder Alignment

Aligning the center lines of the vertical tail and rudder.

Vertical Tail Hinges Securing

Instructions for securely gluing hinges to the vertical tail.

Vertical and Horizontal Tail Linkage

Linkage Hole Smoothing

Smoothing linkage holes to ensure smooth rod movement.

Linkage Hole Angle Adjustment

Adjusting the angle of linkage holes for smooth operation.

Elevator and Rudder Rod Alignment

Rod Alignment and Tightening

Procedure for aligning and tightening screws for rods.

Elevator and Rudder Rod Setup

Heat-Shrink Tube Application for Rods

Using heat-shrink tubing for rod connections.

Temporary Tightening

Initial step of loosely tightening screws.

Engine Mount Installation (GP)

Engine Dimension Marking

Marking the engine mount based on engine dimensions.

Side Thrust Consideration

Explains engine shaft alignment for side thrust.

Fuel Tank Installation

Silicone Tube Connection

Instructions for connecting silicone tubes to the fuel tank.

Fuel Tank Internal Alignment

Aligning and tightening the fuel tank's internal parts.

Fuel Tank Connection (GP)

Engine Pump Instructions

Advises following engine manual for pump-equipped engines.

Tank Support Method

Using a support to hold the fuel tank.

Engine Mount Alignment (GP)

Engine Mounting Hole Drilling

Drilling 3.2mm holes for engine mounting.

Silicon Sealant Application

Filling gaps with silicon sealant.

Engine Mount Setup (GP)

Throttle Rod Hole Alignment

Creating throttle rod holes based on lever position.

Engine Piping Setup

Guidance on setting up engine piping according to the manual.

Servo Installation (GP)

Sequential Servo Assembly

Instructions to assemble servos following the specified order.

Servo Mounting (GP)

Servo Installation Diagrams

Visual guide for installing various servos.

Servo Linkage Setup (GP)

Smooth Movement Assembly

Ensuring parts move smoothly without binding.

Elevator and Rudder Rod Adjustment

Rod Alignment and Final Tightening

Finalizing rod position by tightening screws.

Servo Neutralization for Rods

Setting servos to neutral before working with rods.

Cowling Fitting

Cowling Trimming for Engine Fit

Cutting the cowling to fit the specific engine.

Symmetrical Cowling Modification

Performing the same modification on the opposite side.

Receiver and Battery Installation

Symmetrical Installation

Assembling components symmetrically on both sides.

Receiver and Battery Securing

Battery Placement for CG

Adjusting battery position to achieve the correct center of gravity.

Secure Attachment Warning

Warning about the critical need for secure attachment to prevent accidents.

Spinner Preparation

Spinner Compatibility and Modification

Spinner compatibility and modification for different propeller types.

Canopy Fitting

Symmetrical Canopy Modification

Performing the same modification on the opposite side of the canopy.

Painting Instructions

Surface Preparation and Masking

Cleaning, drying, and masking surfaces before painting.

Duct Painting (Gray and White)

Painting the inside of the duct with gray and white colors.

Main Wing Painting and Finishing

Film Cutting on Main Wing

Cutting covering film on the main wing.

Main Wing Assembly and Gluing

Glue Application for Main Wing

Applying instant and epoxy glue for assembly.

Control Surface Adjustment

Setting Control Surface Travel

Adjusting control surface movements to specified angles for normal flight.

Center of Gravity (CG) Adjustment

CG Accuracy Warning

Critical warning about the importance of correct CG for safe flight.

CG Adjustment Methods

Adjusting CG by repositioning components or adding weight.

Motor Mount Assembly (EP)

Motor Mount Cutting Requirement

Instruction to cut motor mount if motor size requires it.

Hole Preparation for Motor Mount

Preparing 3mm and 4mm holes for mounting.

Motor Installation (EP)

Propeller Adapter Attachment

Instructions for attaching the propeller adapter.

Motor Mount Adjustment (EP)

Motor Mount Size Adjustment

Adjusting the motor mount to accommodate motor size.

Motor Mount Dimension Adjustment

Adjusting the motor mount to specific dimensions.

Servo Installation (EP)

Servo Mounting Hardware

Indicates that servos are supplied with mounting hardware.

Threadlocker Application

Applying threadlocker to screws for secure fastening.

Servo Mounting Details (EP)

Servo Installation Diagrams

Visual guide for installing various servos.

Elevator and Rudder Rod Final Alignment (EP)

Rod Alignment and Final Tightening (EP)

Finalizing rod position by tightening screws.

Servo Neutralization for Rods (EP)

Setting servos to neutral before working with rods.

Receiver and Battery Connection

Receiver and Antenna Setup

Connecting the receiver and setting up the antenna.

Securing Receiver and Battery

Using Velcro to secure the receiver and battery.

Battery Placement for CG (EP)

Adjusting battery position for proper CG.

Power Battery and ESC Installation

Securing Power Battery

Using Velcro to secure the power battery.

CG Adjustment for Battery Placement

Adjusting battery position for proper CG.

Secure Attachment Warning (EP)

Warning about the critical need for secure attachment to prevent accidents.

Motor Lead Connection

Sequential Assembly Order

Instructions to assemble components in the specified order.

Motor Rotation Check (EP)

ESC Connection Procedure

Connecting the battery to the ESC with the throttle stick down.

Motor Rotation Direction Check

Verifying the motor rotates in the correct direction when throttle is applied.

Motor Rotation Correction

Correcting motor rotation direction by swapping wires.

Cowling Final Fitting

Symmetrical Cowling Modification

Performing the same modification on the opposite side of the cowling.

Assembly Sequence Reference

Reference to a specific sequence of assembly steps.

Exploded View of Components

Exploded View and Warnings

General Assembly Warning

General warning about assembly and usage precautions.

Third-Party Parts Disclaimer

Disclaimer regarding the use of non-Kyosho parts.

Beginner Assembly Caution

Caution for beginners regarding assembly and seeking expert advice.

Airframe Stress and Integrity Warnings

Warnings about airframe stress, linkage integrity, and component failure.

Engine and Motor Power Limit Warnings

Warnings about exceeding specified engine and motor power limits.

Spare Parts List

Optional Parts List

List of optional parts available for purchase.

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