Instruction Manual Book Item code: BH180 A6M ZERO Glow and EP ALL BALSA - PLY WOOD CONSTRUCTION. COVERED IN A HEAT-SHRINK FILM WITH PRINTED. 95% ALMOST READY TO FLY SPECIFICATION: - Wingspan: 2,385 mm (94 in). - Length: 2,059 mm (81 in). - Weight: 10.8 kg (24 lbs). - Wing area: 99.5 dm2. - Wing loading: 108.5 g/dm2. - Wing type: Naca Airfoil. - Servo mount: 42mm x 21mm. - Main gear type: Electric retract gear with oleo struts for main gear(included).
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty..........................................................3 Disclaimer........................................................3 Safety precaution............................................3 Important building notes..................................3 Suggestion......................................................3 Flight warnings................................................3 Covering tools..........................................
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO WARRANTY Black Horse Model guarantees the component parts in this kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of purchase by the purchaser. This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use, or modification of or to any part of the Product.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO FLIGHT WARNINGS When ready to fly, first extend the transmitter aerial. Switch on the transmitter. Switch on the receiver. Check that the wings are correctly fitted to the fuselage. Operate the control sticks on the transmitter and check that the control surfaces move freely and in the CORRECT directions. Check that the transmitter batteries have adequate power. ALWAYS take off into the wind.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 • Officially designated AMA Air Show Teams (AST) are authorized to use devices and practices as defined within the Team AMA Program Document. (AMA Document #718.) (j) Not operate a turbine-powered aircraft, unless in compliance with the AMA turbine regulations. (AMA Document #510-A.) 3.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 PARTS LISTING (NOT INCLUDED). Servo extension leads. ................. 2 pcs. 330mm .... 2 pcs. 190mm ...... 2 pcs. Propeller: Suit with your engine. Engine: 55 - 61.........1 pcs. LiPo. 6S - 22.2V 300-5000mAh ....... 2 Packs BATTERY Motor: 50cc ... 1 pcs. ESC 9 servos. Size: (42 x 21 x 39.9)mm. Torque: 6V (11.3kg/cm), 7.4V ( 12.9 kg/cm). ESC: 120A ....... 1 pcs. TOOLS & SUPPLIES NEEDED. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Straight edge ruler.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO 1 : Fuselage set(1a: Cockpit; 1b: Pilot; 1c: Canopy; 1d: Plastic). 2 : Wing set (2a; 2b; 2c: Aluminium tube dihedral brace). 3 : Horizontal stabilizer set. 4 : Vertical stabilizer set. 1b Item code: BH180 9 : Engine set. 10 : Electric motor set. 11 : Plastic part set. 5 : Cowling set. 6 : Tail gear set. 7 : Main gear set. 8 : Fuel tank set(8a: Clunk; 12 : Spinner set. 8b: Stopper(three line).
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 INSTALLING THE AILERONS AND FLAPS. 44mm Pinned hinge - - - - - - - 10 3x12mm Tp Screw -------2 67mm Pinned hinge -------8 Horn Bottom View 3x12mm Tp Screw ---2 Flap 2 Horn on r e Ail p Fla 8 10 8 Cut off shaded portion carefully. A B Apply epoxy glue. Assemble left and right sides the same way.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 INSTALLING THE AILERONS AND FLAPS SERVOS. 3. Place the servo into the servo tray. Center the servo within the tray and drill 1.5mm pilot holes through the block of wood for each of the four mounting screws provided with the servo. 1. Install the rubber grommets and brass eyelets onto the aileron servos. 2. Using a modeling knife, remove the covering from over the pre-cut servo arm exit hole on the aileron servo tray / hatch.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 2 A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 2 Flaps servos. 60o 2 mm approx.16mm 2 3x12mm Cap Screw 3mm Flat Washer 2 mm 80 x 2.6 3mm Hex Nut Screw 2 2 3x12mm Tp Screw p Fla 2x10mm Tp Screw 1.5mm 2 1.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO 2 Item code: BH180 2 Aileron servos. 2 mm 60o approx.16mm 2 2 m 0m 0 x1 2.6 3mm Flat Washer 3mm Hex Nut 3x12mm Cap Screw 2 2 1.5mm Screw 2mm 2 2x10mm Tp Screw 1.5mm Cut off shaded portion carefully. Pay close attention here. 1.5mm Drill holes using the stated. (in this case 1.5mm ). The number of times same way Assembly 2 the (in this case twice). Assemble left and right sides the same way.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 Bottom View 2x10mm Aileron 3x15mm Tp Screw 2 2 2 Horn 3x12mm Cap Screw C.A 2 2 C.A Cut off shaded portion carefully. A B Apply epoxy glue. Apply instant glue C . A (C.A glue, super glue). 12 Assemble left and right sides the same way.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 Top View B 2 Bottom View INSTALLING THE AIR RETRACTABLE LANDING GEAR 4x20mm Socket Head Cap Screw 6x55mm Socket Head Cap Screw 3x16mm Button Head Cap Screw 4mm Spring Washer --------8 6mm Flat washer 3x20mm Button Head Cap Screw -----8 4mm Flat washer --------8 -----2 ------4 -----4 2x10mm Tp Screw -----8 3x4mm Set Screw -----4 -----4 Wheel well Mounting gear 115mm Wheel 13
INSTRUCTION MANUAL Using a modeling knife, carefully remove the firm covering from the wing gear tray. Make sure that you do not remove any wood. A6M ZERO 3x4mm Set Screw Item code: BH180 m 20m mm 108 for Fuselage for Wing 4x20mm Socket Head Cap Screw 4mm Spring Washer 4mm Flat washer 14 14 Cut off shaded portion carefully. Assemble left and right sides the same way. Drill holes using the stated. ).
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 6x55mm Socket Head Cap Screw 6mm Flat washer 3x20mm Button Head Cap Screw 3x16mm Button Head Cap Screw 15
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 Bottom View 2x10 mm Tp Screw Cut off shaded portion carefully. Apply instant glue C . A (C.A glue, super glue). 16 Assemble left and right sides the same way.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 INSTALLING THE FUSELAGE SERVOS 1) Install the rubber grommets and brass collets into the elevator, rudder and throottle servor. Test fit the servos into the servo tray. Trim the tray if necessary to fit your servos. 2) Mount the servo to the tray using the mounting screws provided with your radio system. 1 For Throttle Servo 90 2 For Rudder, Elevator Servo 90 o 3 4 o 2mm 2mm 2mm approx.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 Bottom View 18 10
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 Bottom View Ball link Push rod Aluminium ball 2.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO 3mm Flash washer Item code: BH180 3x12mm Cap scew Push rod Ball link Servo tail 3mm Hex nut 2 Elevator Elevator servo Elevator Top View 20
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 INSTALLING VERTICAL STABILIZER 2.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 Bottom View Ball link Push rod Aluminium ball 3mm Hex Nut 3x12mm Cap Washer 22 Horn
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO 3mm Flash washer Item code: BH180 3x12mm Cap scew Push rod Ball link Servo tail 3mm Hex nut Top View Rudder servo Rudder 23
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 INSTALLING THE TAIL GEAR 1200mm Cable rod M3 Metal Clevis -------2 -----2 Locknut - - - - - - - - - 4 3x30mm Connector ---------2 3mm Hex Nut -----2 Bottom View 3x16mm Cap Screw -------4 3mm Flat Washer -------4 3mm Spring Washer -------4 2 3 5 4 1 Cable rod 3mm 3mm Spring Washer Flat Washer 3x16mm Cap Screw 24
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 Bottom View M3 Metal Clevit 3mm Connector 2 4 3 Hex Nut Cab rod 1 5 Rudder servo 25
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 B 26
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO INSTALLING THE ENGINE MOUNT Using plate of plywood (supplied with the kit) mark the holes onto the fire wall for installing the engine mount for DLE-55CC or OS-60CC. DLE-55CC Throttle Lever OR Item code: BH180 May be you also need to trim some wood from the tri-angle wood for the installation is easy. OS-60CC Throttle Lever Throttle hole Φ 6mm DLE-55CC DLE-55CC Plate of plywood DL E- 35 CC DLE-55CC 6.2mm 6.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 INSTALLING THE STOPPER 30mm Screw Rubber Aluminium Rubber Aluminium Inflame ! WARNING Do not overheat, it may break.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO INSTALLING THE FUEL TANK 1) The stopper has been pre-assembled at the factory. 2) Using a modeling knife, cut one length of silicon fuel line (the length of silicon fuel line is calculated by how the weighted clunk should rest about 8mm away from the rear of the tank and move freely inside the tank). Connect one end of the line to the weighted clunk and the other end to the nylon pick up tube in the stopper.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 INSTALLING THE ENGINE 5x100mm Socket Head Cap Screw --4 Connector ------1 5mm Flat washer --------4 12x65mm Aluminum 500mm Pushrod wire 5mm Spring Washer ---1 ---4 5x16mm Plastic Washer ------4 M5 Blind Nut ------4 --------4 M5 Blind Nut Zip tie 5x16mm Plastic Washer X 12x65mm Aluminium 5mm Flat Washer 5x100mm Socket Head Cap Screw 5mm Spring Washer 30 Apply threadlocker (screw cement).
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO INSTALLING THE THROTTLE Connector ----1 Item code: BH180 direction. When the throttle stick is moved forward from idle to full throttle, the throttle barrel should also open and close using this motion. If not, reverse the direction of the servo, using the transmitter. 1) Install one adjustable metal connector through the third hole out from the center of one servo arm, enlarge the hole in the servo arm using a 2mm drill bit to accommodate the servo connector.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 MOUNTING THE COWL 241mm Mounting part -----5 Exhaust Pipe -----1 -----1 3x15mm Tp Screw -----7 3x15mm Tp Screw 32 m 275m 3x12mm Tp Screw - - - - - 10 m 269m -----5
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 3x12mm Tp Screw plastic 5 33
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 3x12mm Tp Screw INSTALLING THE SWITCH, RECEIVER AND BATTERY 1) Plug the servo leads and the switch lead into the receiver. You may want to plug an aileron extension into the receiver to make plugging in the aileron servo lead easier when you are installing the wing. Plug the battery pack lead into the switch. 2) Wrap the receiver and battery pack in the protective foam to protect them from vibration.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 Electric Retract Landing Gear Controller -----1 OFF Switch ON Receiver INSTALLING COCKPIT FUSELAGE -----1 Position the canopy so the rear frame on the canopy is aligned with the rear edge of the cockpit opening. Use canopy glue to secure the canopy to the canopy hatch. Use low-tack tape to hold the canopy in position until the glue fully cures. Wrap the tape completely around the canopy hatch.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL Top View A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 B B B B 36
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 Top View Must be purchased separately! 37
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 INSTALLING THE WING TO THE FUSELAGE 32x780mm Aluminium tube. ----1 -----1 -----1 Bottom View B B 38 A B Apply epoxy glue.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 Bottom View Top View Test fit the aluminium tube dihedral brace into each wing haft. The brace should slide in easily. If not, use 220 grit sand around the edges and ends of the brace until it fits properly.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Top View Main wing must be inserted and attached completely before fixing with screw. INSTALLING THE PROPELLER 3x12mm TP Scew ---4 ---1 3x12mm TP Screw 40 ---1 6.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 INSTALLING THE PLASTIC PART 4x12mm Button Head Cap Screw ----4 4mm Spring Washer ----4 ----1 ----1 4x12mm Button Head Cap Screw 4mm Spring Washer 41
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO 4x12mm Button Head Cap Screw 4mm Spring Washer 42 Item code: BH180
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 INSTALLING THE ELECTRIC MOTOR INSTALLING THE ELECTRIC MOTOR (EP VERSION) M4 Blind Nut 10x20mm Aluminum -----4 4x35mm Socket Head Cap Screw --4 4mm Plastic Washer -----4 M4 Blind Nut -------4 4mm Spring Washer --------4 -----1 M4 Blind Nut 4 mm Spring Washer 4mm Washer 10x10mm 4x35mm Socket Head Cap Screw 43
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 Zip tie 5x16mm Plastic Washer 12x70mm Aluminum 5mm Spring Washer 5mm Flat washer 5x100mm Socket Head Cap Screw ???mm 44 ESC
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO BALANCING Item code: BH180 LATERAL BALANCE 1) It is critical that your airplane be balanced correctly. Improper balance will cause your plane to lose control and crash. THE CENTER OF GRAVITY IS LOCATED 147MM BACK FROM THE LEADING EDGE OF THE WING. AT THE FUSELAGE. BALANCE A PLANE UPSIDE DOWN WITH THE FUEL TANK EMPTY. 2) Mount the wing to the fuselage.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 In order to obtain the CG specified, reposition the receiver and other equipment. Bottom View If not obtain the CG specified, add a weight and adjust. CG 14mm Do not fly before confirming the correct location of the CG. If the CG is incorrect, you lose control of your airplane which leads to accidents. Aileron control 14mm 12mm Elevator 12mm 25mm CONTROL THROWS 1) We highly recommend setting up a plane using the control throws listed.
EXPLODED VIEW 47 5x100mm Socket Head Cap Screw 12x65mm 5mm Plastic Washer 5mm Spring Washer Aluminium 5mm Flat Washer 2mm 4x4mm 2x10mm 2x10mm Tp Screw 6mm Flat Washer 6x65mm Socket Head Cap Screw
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 FOR YOUR RADIO INSTALLATION BASIC CONNECTION FOR AIRPLANE AND ADJUSTMENT OF SERVOS For more information, refer to radio system instruction manual. Follow instruction manual of Engine and Battery.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL A6M ZERO Item code: BH180 MAIN GEAR DIMENSIONAL DETAIL 19.00 65.00 257.00 28.00 54.00 70.00 45.00 130.50 127.00 36.
I/C FLYING WARNINGS NEVER fly near power lines,aerials or other dangerous areas including airports, motorways etc. AL WAYS adjust the engine from behind the propeller, and do not allow any part of your body to be in line with the propeller. Always operate in open areas, away from factories, hospitals, schools, buildings and houses etc. NEVER fly your aircraft close to people or built up areas. D O N O T dispose of empty fuel containers on a fire, this can lead to an explosion.
I/C FLYING GUIDELINES When ready to fly, first extend the transmitter aerial. Operate the control sticks on the transmitter and check that the control surfaces move freely and in the CORRECT directions. ALWAYS land the model INTO the wind, this ensures that the model lands at the slowest possible speed. OFF - ON OFF - ON OFF - ON Switch on the transmitter. Check that the transmitter batteries have adequate power. Switch off the receiver. OFF - ON OFF - ON OFF - ON Switch on the receiver.
