Topmodel PILATUS B4 User Manual

ATTENTION ! CAUTION !
Distribué par / Distributed by:
TOPMODEL S.A.S.
Le jardin d’entreprises de SOLOGNE - F-41300 SELLES SAINT DENIS
www.topmodel.fr
©TOPMODEL 2015
Ce modèle à construire n’est pas un jouet, il
ne convient pas aux enfants de moins de
14 ans.
Une mauvaise utilisation de ce matériel peut
provoquer des dommages matériels
ou corporels. Vous êtes pleinement
responsable
lorsque vous utilisez votre modèle.
Volez à une distance de sécurité des zones
habitées.
Soyez sûr que personne n’émet sur la même
fréquence que vous.
This model construction kit is not a toy and is
not suitable for children under the age of 14.
Incorrect use of this material could cause
material damage ou personal injury.
You are fully responsible for your actions
when you use this model.
Fly at a safe distance from occupied zones.
Be sure that no one else is using the same
frequency as you.
Caractéristiques techniques / Technical data :
Envergure / wingspan : 2,00 m
Longueur / length : 0,93 m
Poids / TO weight : 1,1 / 1,2 kg
Surface / wing area : 26,9 dm
2
Prol / airfoil : Spécial
Equipements recommandés / Related items :
Moteur / motor : XPower XC2813/18 LS
Contrôleur / ESC : XPower XREG30
Accu de propulsion / Power pack : LiPo HOT LIPS 11,1 V 2200 mAh
Hélice / Propeller : XPower 10 x 6” #099FB1006
Porte pales : XPower Ø4,0/20 mm +5° #099H200805
Radio / RC set : Récepteur/receiver : JETI DUPLEX R6 EX
Ailerons 2 servos TOPMODEL 1816 (#0201816)
Profondeur/elevator : 1 servo TOPMODEL 1816 (#0201816)
Direction/rudder: 1 servo TOPMODEL 1516 (#0201516)
Planeur semi-maquette
Semi-scale glider
Order N° 066GB4S
ARF
ADV
Pour modélistes ayant
un bon niveau
For advanced
modellers

Topmodel PILATUS B4 Specifications

General

Brand	Topmodel
Model	PILATUS B4
Category	Toy
Language	English

Summary

Critical Safety Instructions

User Responsibility and Child Safety

Highlights user accountability and the model's unsuitability for children.

Right Wing Assembly

Servo Bay and Connector Preparation

Securing Wing Covering

Right Wing Control Surface Setup

Setting Servo Neutral and Arm Position

Setting the servo to neutral and positioning the control arm.

Gluing Servo and Preparing Aileron

Attaching Control Horn to Aileron

Right Wing Linkage and Tip Assembly

Linkage Connection and Servo Cover Fitting

Wing Tip Installation

Cutting covering for wing tip and gluing it for landing protection.

Left Wing Assembly

Repeat Right Wing Assembly Steps

Instructions to repeat steps 1-20 for the left wing assembly.

Horizontal Stabilizer Assembly

Elevator Slot and Control Horn Setup

Horizontal Stabilizer Attachment and Servo Setup

Attaching Stabilizer to Fin

Securing the stabilizer to the fin using screws and washers.

Elevator Servo Installation and Connection

Elevator Linkage and Fin Hatch Mounting

Attaching Servo Arm and Centering Elevator

Gluing Elevator Servo and Checking Linkage

Securing servo and verifying linkage alignment.

Connecting Servo Extension and Securing Hatch

Rudder Assembly

Attaching Hinges to Fin Post

Rudder Linkage and Fin Post Installation

Fin Post Slotting and Control Horn Setup

Gluing Fin Post and Aligning Hinges

Connecting Rudder Linkage

Rudder Servo Mounting and Linkage

Mounting Rudder Servo and Outer Tube

Securing rudder servo, tray, and outer tube inside the fuselage.

Connecting Rudder Linkage to Servo

Re-inserting linkage, attaching to servo arm, and setting neutral.

Centering Rudder and Gluing Control Horn

Centering the rudder and gluing the control horn.

Optional Motor Assembly

Attaching Motor to Mount Frame

Securing motor and mount assembly to the plywood frame.

Motor Installation and Securing

Sliding Motor Assembly into Nose

Sliding motor and frame assembly into the fuselage nose.

Gluing Motor Mounts and Preparing Shaft

Gluing mounts, adding epoxy fillet, and preparing motor shaft.

Re-attaching Motor and Checking Rotation

Re-attaching motor and verifying free rotation.

Final Assembly and Finishing

ESC, Motor, and Battery Connections

Connecting ESC to motor and placing battery for balance.

Applying Decals and Final Wing Assembly

Center of Gravity (CG) Location

Determining and Adjusting CG

Procedure for finding and adjusting the correct CG for flight.

Recommended CG Range

Specifies the CG range and recommended point.

Control Throws and Airbrakes

Recommended Control Throws

Specifies throw amounts for ailerons, elevator, and rudder.

Piloting the Pilatus B4

Flight Characteristics and Aerobatics

Describes handling, speed, slope/motorized flight, and aerobatic capabilities.

General Pre-Flight Checks

CG Balance and Control Throws Setup

Balancing the model and setting control surface throws and expo.

System Checks (Motor, Radio, Batteries, Fasteners)

Radio Range Check

Performing a radio range check with and without motor running.

Wing Weight Balance Adjustment

Balancing Wings