User Manual

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Section 14: Balancing and Control
Throw Recommendations
Parts Needed
• Fuselage assembly
• Wing assembly
• Wing dowels (2)
• #64 rubber bands (10) (included)
Step 1
Install the two wing dowels through the holes located at the front
and rear of the wing saddle. Leave an equal amount extending
from the sides of the fuselage.
Step 2
Mount the wing onto the fuselage using the #64 rubber bands
provided. Be sure to connect the aileron servo lead to the aileron
extension lead you connected to the aileron channel of your receiver.
The following control throws are recommended for your first
flights. We recommend only one rate setting for the Alpha Trainer,
as you gain flight experience and become more familiar with the
handling of your model you may wish to add a second rate set-
ting. We also recommend that you have an experienced modeler
help you with control throws and CG set-up of your Alpha ARF.
Your local hobby shop can put you in contact with the RC clubs
in your area.
Recommended Control Throws
Aileron 5/16” up 1/4” down
Elevator 3/8” up 3/8” down
Rudder 3/4” right and left
Recommended CG Location
An important part of preparing the aircraft for flight is properly
balancing the model. This is especially important when various
engines are mounted.
Caution: Do not inadvertently skip this step!!
The recommended Center of Gravity (CG) location for the Alpha
Trainer ARF is a range from 2
3
/4" to 3" behind the leading edge of
the wing measured at the fuselage sides.
If necessary, move the battery pack or add weight to either the
nose or the tail until the correct balance is achieved. Stick-on
weights are available at your local hobby shop and work well for
this purpose.
(Step 2 Photo)
2
3
/4"
3"