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Top Flite T-34B MENTOR User Manual

Top Flite T-34B MENTOR
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WARRANTY.....Top Flite Models guarantees this kit to be free of defects in both material and workmanship at the date of purchase. This warranty does
not cover any component parts damaged by use or modification. In no case shall Top Flite‘s liability exceed the original cost of the purchased kit. Further, Top Flite reserves
the right to change or modify this warranty without notice. In that Top Flite has no control over the final assembly or material used for final assembly, no liability shall be assumed
nor accepted for any damage resulting from the use by the user of the final user-assembled product. By the act of using the user-assembled product the user accepts all resulting
liability. If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this product, the buyer is advised to immediately return this kit in new and unused
condition to the place of purchase.
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READ THROUGH THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK FIRST. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF THIS MODEL.
USA
MADE IN
T349P03 for TOPA0160 V1.0
Entire Contents © Copyright 2002
Wingspan: 80 in [2032 mm]
Wing Area: 1025 sq in [66.1 sq dm]
Weight: 10 to 14 lb [4536 – 6350 g]
Wing Loading: 22.5 to 31.5 oz/sq ft
[68.7 – 96.1 g/sq dm]
Fuselage Length: 62.8 in [1595 mm]

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Top Flite T-34B MENTOR Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandTop Flite
ModelT-34B MENTOR
CategoryToy
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Protect Your Model, Yourself & Others

Important Safety Precautions

Essential guidelines for safe operation of the model.

Introduction

Precautions

Decisions You Must Make

Engine Selection

Guidance on choosing the appropriate engine size for the model.

Exhaust System

Information on available exhaust systems for the model.

Retractable Landing Gear

Details on installing retractable landing gear from Robart.

Flaps

Information about the optional scale flaps and their benefits.

Scale Cockpit Interior

Notes for Competition Minded Modelers

Notes from the Designer

Scale Accuracy

Details on how the T-34B Mentor was designed.

Wing Design

Explanation of the I-Beam wing spar construction.

Landing Gear

Design considerations for landing gear installation.

Fuselage Design

Conventional fuselage design and canopy details.

Die-Cut Patterns

Other Items Required

Accessories

List of additional items needed to complete the model.

Building Supplies

Checklist of necessary glues, fillers, and tools.

Important Building Notes

Get Ready to Build

Build the Tail Surfaces

Make the Skins for the Tail Surfaces

Instructions for creating the skin planks for tail surfaces.

Build the Stabilizer and Elevators

How to Make the Hinge Slots

Detailed guide on creating precise hinge slots for control surfaces.

Important Notes About CA Hinges

Crucial advice for correctly installing CA hinges.

Build the Fin and Rudder

Build the Wing

Make the Wing Skins

Instructions for creating the wing skin panels.

Build the Outer Wing Panels

Step-by-step instructions for assembling the outer wing sections.

Sheet the Top of the Wing Panels

Applying the top sheeting to the wing panels.

Finish the Outer Wing Panels

Final steps for completing the outer wing panels.

Prepare the Bottom of the Wing for Sheeting

Steps to prepare the wing bottom for sheeting installation.

Sheet the Wing Panel Bottoms

Applying bottom sheeting to the wing panels.

Build the Flaps

Cut Out the Wheel Wells

Build the Wing Tips

Build the Center Section

Sheet the Top Center Section

Applying top sheeting to the wing center section.

Build the Ailerons

Mount the Flap and Aileron Servos

Join the Wing Panels

Make the Flap & Aileron Pushrods

Build the Fuselage

Preparation

Initial steps and checks before fuselage construction.

Build the Bottom of the Fuselage

Steps for constructing the lower fuselage structure.

Mount the Servos

Instructions for installing servos in the fuselage.

Finish Framing the Fuse

Completing the structural framing of the fuselage.

Sheet the Fuselage Sides

Applying sheeting to the fuselage sides.

Mount the Stab and Fin

Align the Stab Horizontally

Ensuring the horizontal stabilizer is level.

Mount the Fin

Attaching the vertical fin and rudder assembly.

Build the Turtle Deck

Sheet the Turtle Deck

Applying balsa sheeting to form the turtle deck.

Build the Dorsal Fin

Hook Up the Rudder and Elevator

Connecting pushrods for rudder and elevator control.

Fit the Tail Cone

Sheet the Fuselage Bottom

Applying sheeting to the bottom of the fuselage.

Mount the Engine

Mount the Nose Landing Gear (Fixed Gear)

Instructions for installing the fixed nose landing gear.

Mount the Nose Landing Gear (Retractable Gear)

Instructions for installing the retractable nose landing gear.

Connect the Nose Steering Pull-Pull

Setting up the pull-pull system for nose steering.

Finish Construction

Hook Up the Throttle

Connecting the throttle servo and linkage.

Mount the Wing to the Fuse

Sheet the Forward Deck

Applying sheeting to the forward deck area.

Install Fuel Tank and Formers

Placing and securing the fuel tank and fuselage formers.

Sheet the Forward Bottom

Applying sheeting to the forward bottom fuselage section.

Sheet the Bottom of the Wing Center Section

Applying bottom sheeting to the wing center section.

Fit the Canopy

Make the Belly Pan

Build the Cowl

Fit and Install the Cowl

Adjusting and attaching the model's cowl.

Finishing

Fuelproofing

Applying fuelproof coating to protect the model.

Cowl Finishing

Filling and sanding the cowl for a smooth finish.

Cockpit Details

Scale Details

Final Sanding

Cover Your Model With MonoKote Film

Recommended Covering Sequence

Step-by-step order for applying Monokote film.

Painting

Join the Control Surfaces

Make the Panel Lines

Adding panel lines and details to the model.

Get Your Model Ready to Fly

Balance Your Model

Steps to achieve the correct center of gravity for stable flight.

How to Mark the Balance Point

Technique for accurately marking the CG balance point.

Balance the Airplane Laterally

Correcting wing weight imbalance for stable flight.

Install Your Receiver, Battery Pack and Retract Components

Mounting radio and retract system components.

Control Surface Throws

Recommended control surface movements for optimal flight.

Preflight

Charge Your Batteries

Procedures for charging model batteries.

Balance Your Propellers

Importance and method for balancing propellers.

Find a Safe Place to Fly

Guidance on selecting a suitable flying location.

Ground Check Your Model

Essential checks before the first flight.

Engine Safety Precautions

Critical safety measures for operating model engines.

Range Check Your Radio

Testing radio control range for safety.

Fuel Mixture Adjustment

Adjusting engine fuel mixture for optimal performance.

Takeoff

Techniques for a safe and successful model takeoff.

Flight

Advice on handling the model during flight.

Landing

Guidance for performing safe landings.

Flaps

How to use flaps for landing and takeoff.

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