SIG 4-STAR 54 EG ARF User Manual

SPECIFICATIONS:
Wing Span: 54 in. (1372 mm)
Wing Area: 585 sq.in. (37.7 dm
2
)
Length: 47.5 in. (1206 mm)
Flying Weight: 5 - 5.5 lbs. (2268 - 2495 g)
Wing Loading: 19.7 - 21.7 oz./sq.ft. (60 - 66 g/dm
2
)
Radio Req.: 4-Channel with 5 Standard Servos (glow)
4-Channel with 4 Standard Servos (electric)
Glow Power: 2-Stroke .40 - .46 cu.in. (6.5 - 7.5 cc)
4-Stroke .40 - .54 cu.in. (6.5 - 8.8 cc)
Electric Power: 500 - 800 watt Brushless Motor (800-1000 kv)
50-75A Speed Control (ESC)
3-4S 3000-5000 mAh Lipo Battery Pack
SIG MFG. CO., INC. PO Box 520 Montezuma, IA 50171-0520
www.sigmfg.com
© Copyright 2013, SIG Mfg Co., Inc.
KIT NO.: SIGRC44EGARFR - (red)
SIGRC44EGARFY - (yellow)

SIG 4-STAR 54 EG ARF Specifications

General

Brand	SIG
Model	4-STAR 54 EG ARF
Category	Motorized Toy Car
Language	English

Summary

Wing Assembly

Aileron Installation and Controls

Installing the Aileron Servos

Step-by-step instructions for mounting aileron servos into the wing panels.

Hinging the Ailerons

Aileron Control Horns and Pushrods

Fuselage Assembly

Installing the Main Landing Gear

Detailed steps for attaching the main landing gear assembly to the fuselage.

Tail Surface and Tailwheel Installation

Installing the Horizontal Stabilizer and Fin

Installing the Rudder and Tailwheel

Elevator and Rudder Controls

Control Linkages and Electronics Installation

Rudder and Elevator Pushrod Installation

Electric Power System Setup

Motor Mount and Firewall Adjustment

Steps for assembling the motor mount and setting the firewall position for proper cowling fit.

Motor, ESC, and Battery Installation

ESC and Battery Installation

Mounting the Electronic Speed Control and securing the battery pack.

Safety: Arming Switch Recommendation

Importance and recommendation for using an arming switch for motor safety.

Cowling and Cooling

Mounting the Cowling

Glow Power System Setup

Fuel Tank Assembly and Installation

Steps for assembling the fuel tank and securing it in the fuselage.

Engine Mount Installation

Attaching the engine mounts to the firewall and aligning them for the engine.

Throttle Pushrod and Pilot Installation

2-Stroke Throttle Pushrod Installation

Pilot and Canopy Installation

Pre-Flight Checks and Balancing

Control Surface Travel Settings

Airplane Balancing Procedure

Essential steps for balancing the aircraft for stable flight.

Flying and Safety Guidelines

Flying Recommendations

General Safety Warnings

Critical safety warnings regarding model airplane operation and responsibility.