SIG Kadet Senior - User Manual

Provides background on the Kadet Senior design and the ARF version's enhancements.

Details the specifications for radio equipment and engine choices for the model.

Explains the Oracover material and how to manage potential wrinkles.

Lists the necessary tools and materials required for building the aircraft.

A detailed breakdown of all components included in the Kadet Senior ARF kit.

Lists the main structural parts of the aircraft included in the kit.

Lists parts for motor mounting and general hardware for assembly.

Details various smaller components like joiners, pushrods, and decals.

Explains the 2-piece wing design and initial steps for aileron hinging.

Step-by-step guide for hinging the ailerons using CA hinges and alignment wedges.

Instructions for installing servos onto the molded plastic hatch covers with mounting blocks.

Details on how to mount the aileron servo trays into the wing panel securely.

Connect servo extensions and prepare pushrod components for aileron linkage.

Guide to installing nylon control horns on ailerons and connecting pushrods.

Steps to ensure aileron servos are centered correctly using the radio system.

Instructions for connecting the two wing panels using the main spar joiner.

Step-by-step guide for assembling the fuel tank, including tubing and fittings.

Detailed instructions for securely mounting the engine and motor mounts to the firewall.

Procedure for fitting the assembled fuel tank into the fuselage.

Guidance on accurately measuring and cutting the fiberglass cowl for engine clearance.

Steps to modify the cowl opening for the engine head, carburetor, and muffler.

Instructions for test-fitting the cowl, securing it with screws, and final adjustments.

Preparing fuselage openings for mounting the vertical fin and stabilizer.

Steps for hinging the horizontal stabilizer and vertical fin components.

Guide to accurately centering and gluing the horizontal stabilizer onto the fuselage.

Instructions for securing the vertical fin and rudder assembly to the fuselage.

Initial steps for installing the power switch, servos, receiver, and battery pack.

Instructions for mounting and connecting the on/off switch for the radio system.

Guide for installing servos, the receiver, and battery into the fuselage.

Proper methods for routing the radio antenna safely out of the fuselage.

Steps for creating pushrods using dowels, metal rods, and heat shrink tubing.

Guide to attaching the elevator control horn and marking mounting locations.

How to adjust pushrod length for neutral elevator position and servo centering.

Steps for making the rudder pushrod and connecting it to the nose gear steering arm.

Detailed guide for assembling and adjusting the throttle pushrod for optimal control.

Steps to connect the nose gear steering arm to the rudder servo via the pushrod.

Instructions for installing the nose gear strut, steering bracket, and wheel collar.

How to cut clearance in the fiberglass cowl for the nose gear strut.

Guide for re-mounting the engine muffler and setting the needle valve.

Steps for pressing wheel spacers and mounting wheels and collars onto axles.

How to fit the main landing gear struts into the fuselage and secure them with retainers.

Steps for assembling the spinner cone, mounting the propeller, and securing it.

Suggested travel amounts for ailerons, elevators, and rudder for optimal flight.

Instructions for applying the main Kadet Senior decals using spray cleaner for positioning.

Critical information on finding the recommended C.G. point for safe and stable flight.

Methods for balancing the airplane, using fixtures or a helper, to achieve the correct C.G.

How to adjust weight distribution to fix nose-heavy or tail-heavy conditions.

Guidance on pre-flight checks, engine warm-up, and the initial takeoff procedure.

Procedures for cleaning the model, draining the fuel tank, and inspecting for loose parts.

Final checks, securing linkages, and charging radio system batteries.