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BUILDING- AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL Please read the instruction manual carefully and take notice of the safety guidelines. If the model is given to a third party, always include this instruction manual to the model 78152 Distributed by www.hobbico.de Technial data: Edge 540 Wingspan 1 700 mm Length 1 620 mm Take off weight 3 600 g Wing area 46.5 dm² Wing load 77 g/dm² Powered by FW 5065/380 FLWA4090 - Edge 540 ARF EDGE 540 Fully licensed by the Red Bull GmbH - Austria The Flitework Gmbh assumes no liability in case of misprints. Technical amendments reserved. Version 1.01

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BUILDING- AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Please read the instruction manual carefully and take notice of the safety guidelines.If the model is given to a third party, always include this instruction manual to the model

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Distributed by www.hobbico.de

Technial data: Edge 540

Wingspan 1 700 mm

Length 1 620 mm

Take off weight 3 600 g

Wing area 46.5 dm²

Wing load 77 g/dm²

Powered by FW 5065/380

FLWA4090 - Edge 540 ARF

EDGE 540

Fully licensed by theRed Bull GmbH - Austria

The Flitework Gmbh assumes no liability in case of misprints.

Technical amendments reserved.

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GENERAL INFORMATIONS • Read this manual and its safety precautions

carefully! Keep this manual and if you give the model to a third party, put this manual to the model.

• Take care, that you are familiar with your transmitter and all electronic components, used in your plane.

• Take care of all safety instructions of tools, which are you using to assemble this model.

• Only take glues, which are recommended for the specific materials and which are approved for model business.

• Before assembling please check all parts of this kit. If some parts are missing or have a mistake, please call.

ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION INFOSThe symbols on the package show you, that the model and its accessories should not be put to waste. All electric and electronic parts should be depo-sed to places of waste management.

Batteries and accumulators must be removed from the devices and should be deposed to the correct waste management organisation. Take infor-mation from your home town government.

TABLE OF CONTENTSGeneral informations ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................2Environment protection infos .........................................................................................................................................................................................2Introduction .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................3Safety precautions ................................................................................................................................................................................................................4Recommended accessories ...............................................................................................................................................................................................4Additional items required .................................................................................................................................................................................................4

Harware and accessories ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 4Covering accessories ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 4Adhesives and building supplies ................................................................................................................................................................................. 4Optional supplies and tools ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Kit check .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................5Spare parts ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................5Assembling the landing gear ...........................................................................................................................................................................................5Rudder assembling ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................6Elevator assembling .............................................................................................................................................................................................................8Installing the FW5065 engine ..........................................................................................................................................................................................9Assembling the main wings ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 10Installing the RC components ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 10Flight preparation .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 11

Balance the model (C.G.) .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 11Balance the model laterally ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 11Set the control throws .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 12

Preflight ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 12Charge the batteries ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 12Balance propellers .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 12Ground check ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 12Range check ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13

Sécurité d'utilisation du moteur .................................................................................................................................................................................. 13Check List ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 14List of spare parts ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14

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Flitework quality

We, as the kit manufacturer, provide you with a top quality kit and instructions, but ultimately the quality and fl yability of your fi nished model depends on how you build it; therefore, we cannot in any way guarantee the performance of your completed model and no representations are expressed or implied as to the performance or safety of your completed model.

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Congratulations for purchasing the Flitework Edge 540-M. We say thanks for your trust and we wish you a lot of happy fl ights with your new Edge 540M.The Edge 540 is one of the best competition planes in the world. The pilots of the Red Bull Airrace commit this versions very successful in diff erent contests.Also the Flitework Edge 540M is one of the best aerobatic and 3D models in this class. And we wish you a lot of plea-sure with this model.

Attention please!Remote controlled model planes are not a toy! For assembling, fl ying and servicing such models, you need a high grade of technical comprehension and liability. Careless assembling and operation may cause personal and material damage.Because the Flitework GmbH has no infl uence on assembly, RC installation, operation and servicing of the fl ight device, any liability is rejected under explicit advice to these dangers.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ❍ 1. Your Edge 540M should not be considered a toy, but rather a sophisticated, working model that functions very much like a full-size airplane. Because of its performance capabilities, the Edge 540M, if not assembled and operated correctly, could possibly cause injury to yourself or spectators and damage to property.

❍ 2.You must assemble the model according to the instructions. Do not alter or modify the model, as doing so may result in a unsafe or unflyable model. In a few cases the instructions may differ slightly from the photos. In those instances the written instructions should be considered as correct.

❍ 3. You must take time to build straight, true and strong.

❍ 4. You must use an R/C radio system that is in first-class condition and a correctly sized engine and components (fuel tank, wheels, etc.) throughout the building process.

❍ 5. You must correctly install all R/C and other components so that the model operates correctly on the ground and in the air.

❍ 6. You must check the operation of the model before every flight to insure that all equipment is operating and that the model has remained structurally sound. Be sure to check clevises or other connectors often and replace them if they show any signs of wear or fatigue.

❍ 7. If you are not already an experienced R/C pilot, you should fly the model only with the help of a competent, experienced R/C pilot.

❍ 8. While this kit has been flight tested to exceed normal use, if the plane will be used for extremly hight stress flying, such as racing, or if an engine larger than one in the recommended range is used, the modeler is responsible for taking steps to reinforce the hight stress points and/or substituting hardware more suitable for the increased stress.

❍ 9. WARNING: The cowl and wheel pants included in this kit are made of fiberglass, the fibers of which may cause eye, skin and respiratory tract irritation. Never blow into a part to remove fiberglass dust, as the dust will blow back into your eyes. Always wear safety goggles, a particle mask and rubber gloves when grinding, drilling and sanding fiberglass parts. Vacuum the parts and work area thoroughly after working with fiberglass parts.

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIESThis is a partial list of items required to finish the Edge 540-M that may require planning or decision-making before starting to build. Order numbers are provided in parentheses.

❍ 1 x Motorset FW 5065 order no.: FLWA8007 ❍ 2 x TACM0225 (Elevator) ❍ 3 x TACM0245 (Ailerons and Rudder) ❍ 1 x Lipo-Akku 6s 4350mAh 30C order no.: FPWP3436 ❍ 1 x 6-channel receiver TACL0625 ❍ 4 x Servo cable extensions

ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED

HARWARE AND ACCESSORIESIn addition to the items listed in the “Decisions You Must Make” section, following is the list of hardware and accessories required to finish the Edge 540-M. Order numbers are providedin parentheses.

❍ Hook & Loop Velcro (GPMQ4480) or Flitework 300mm battery belt.

COVERING ACCESSORIES ❍ 21st Century® sealing iron (COVR2700) ❍ 21st Century trim seal iron (COVR2750) ❍ 21st Century iron cover (COVR2702)

ADHESIVES AND BUILDING SUPPLIESIn addition to common household tools and hobby tools, this is the “short list” of the most important items required to build the Edge 540-M. Great Planes Pro™ CA and Epoxy glue are recommended.

❍ 1/2 oz. Thin Pro CA (GPMR6001) ❍ 1/2 oz. Medium Pro CA+ (GPMR6007) ❍ 6-Minute Epoxy (GPMR6045) ❍ 30-Minute Epoxy (GPMR6047) ❍ Small T-pins (HCAR5100) ❍ Electric drill ❍ Drill bit set including (1/16" 3/32" 1/8" 5/64" and 1/2" bits) ❍ Small Phillips and flat blade screwdrivers (HCAR1040) ❍ Pliers with wire cutter (HCAR0630) ❍ Standard Hex wrench set (HCAR0520)

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OPTIONAL SUPPLIES AND TOOLSHere is a list of optional tools mentioned in the manual that will help you build the Edge 540-M.

❍ Great Planes CG Machine™ (GPMR2400) ❍ Top Flite® Precision Magnetic Prop Balancer™ (TOPQ5700) ❍ Straightedge with scale (HCAR0475) ❍ Cutting mat (HCAR0456) ❍ Masking Tape (TOPR8018) ❍ CA Applicator Tips (GPMR6033) ❍ CA Debonder (GPMR6039) ❍ CA Accelerator (GPMR6034) ❍ Milled Fiberglass (GPMR6165) ❍ Microballoons (TOPR1090) ❍ R/C-56 Canopy Glue (JOZR5007) ❍ Epoxy Brushes (GPMR8060) ❍ Mixing Sticks (GPMR8055) ❍ Threadlocker (GPMR6060) ❍ Denatured Alcohol (for epoxy clean up) ❍ Hobby Knife (HCAR0105), #11 Blades (HCAR0211) ❍ Non-elastic monofilament or Kevlar fishingline (for stab

alignment) ❍ Builders Triangle Set (HCAR0480) (for fin alignment) ❍ Easy-Touch™ Bar Sander (GPMR6170, or similar) ❍ Felt-Tip Marker (TOPQ2510) ❍ Small metal file ❍ Rotary tool such as Dremel® ❍ Rotary tool reinforced cut-off wheel (GPMR8200) ❍ Curved Tip Canopy Scissors for trimming plastic parts

(HCAR0667) ❍ Dead Center™ Engine Mount Hole Locator (GPMR8130) ❍ Great Planes AccuThrow™ Deflection Gauge (for

measuring control throws, GPMR2405)

KIT CHECKBefore starting to build, use the Kit Contents list to take an inventory of this kit to make sure it is complete and inspect the parts to make sure they are of acceptable quality. If any parts are missing or are not of acceptable quality, or if you need assistance with assembly, contact Revell Product Support.

Service-Center Revell GmbHHenschelstr. 20-30, 32257 Bünde, Germany

Tel: +49 5223 - 965 0Email: [email protected]

SPARE PARTSSupport, but can be purchased from hobby shops or mail order/Internet order firms. Hardware items (screws, nuts, bolts) are also available from these outlets. If you need assis-tance locating a dealer to purchase parts, contact Product Support.

ASSEMBLING THE LANDING GEAR

Put the wheelshaft together with the distance shim the lock ring and the safety nut to the landing gear. Dont lock the nut at this time.After merging the wheel pant between landing gear and hexagon of the shaft, you can lock the M4 nut.

It is important, that the wheel pant is positioned between the landing gear and the hexagon of the wheel shaft.

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Next step is to fix the aluminium landing gear to the fuselage, 4pcs of M4x20 screws with shims and locking nuts.

Place the fuselage on a plane table and adjust the wheel pants on both sides, that they are parallel to the fuselage.Now drill a hole through the bore uppon the locking nut of the wheel shaft. Use a 1,5 mm driller.

Fix the wheel pant with the 10 mm woodscrew.

RUDDER ASSEMBLING

Put a little bit silicone oil into the pivot point of the hinge, that no glue goes inside the axis. Glue the hinges with 5 min epoxy into the rudder. Take care of the correct direction of the hinges. Bend the hinge to 90 degrees, so you can find the correct position very easy.

Take the shorter fiberglass levers and glue with 5 min epoxy into the slots of the rudder. With a tape arround the slot you can prevent the rudder of glue spots.

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Now you can glue the rudder to the fuselage. Take care, that the pivot point of the rudder is the same like from tail wheel suspension. If it is ok, you can drill 2 holes with a 1.5 mm drill through the aluminium plate and fix it with 2 pcs of 10 mm woodscrews.Push the collar upwards to the aluminium plate and fix it with the set screw. Us locking agent for the set screw.

Screw the eyebolts halfway into the swivel ball links and mount it to the rudder lever, using the M2x10 screws, shims and nuts. Use blue locking agent for the nuts. Contrive the steel rope into the eye bolts and the sleeve. The rope should withstand over the sleeve,1 cm in flight direction. Then crimp the sleeve with suitable pliers. Bend the withstanding rope backwards 180 degrees and supply it with a shrink tubing.

18 mm from the lower side of the rudder drill a 2 mm hole for the nosing of the tailwheel suspension.

From the hole downwards make a little ditch for the 2mm steel wire of the tailwheel suspension.

Before gluenig the suspension to the rudder, take care that all parts like collar and aluminium plate are in position. Sand the steel wire a little and glue it, like in the picture, into the rudder. Use 5 min epoxy glue.

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ELEVATOR ASSEMBLING

Please glue the flaps to the elevator in the same way, which you did with the rudder flap. Sand the fiberglass levers a little and glue them into the prepared slots on both sides.

As linkage use the 115 mm threaded bolt with swivel ball links on both sides.

Use the M2x10 screws to mount the ball links to the fiberglass levers and the servo levers. For installing the elevator servos, you need a servo cable extension with about 500 mm of length. Take care, that both cables have the same length and thickness. Different cables cause different speed of servos.

When mounting the elevator servos it may be necessary its intended servo slot to enlarge somewhat. For this use a file or a small separating disk.

It is very important, that both flaps are in same position all over their movement range. If necessary, adjust the movement of the elevator flaps with your radio software.

Take a bowden cable to implement the steering wires into the fuselage and pull them crosswise to the servo control lever.

Fix the rudder with a tape in neutral position, stretch the steel rope and crimp in the same way, like on tail linkage. You can adjust the tension by twisting the eye bolts.

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Put the cowling to the fuselage and take care of a gap of 3 mm between the spinner and the cowling. Fic the cowling with tape in this position.

Now drill with a 1.5 mm driller 3 holes from the outside through the cowling and the wood of the fuselage. The distance form the cowling border to the holes should be about 8 mm. Fix the cowling with 3 pcs of 10 mm wood screws. Now you can mount propeller and spinner. The best result you have, if you balance propeller with spinner together.

INSTALLING THE FW5065 ENGINE

Fix the drilling template on the firewall, that the dotted lines are congruent with the laser lines on the firewall frame. Drill 4mm holes at the markers in each corner.

The FW5065 motor should be screwed against the firewall, using the 4mm PVC distance shims. On the backside of the firewall take the bigger shims for the lower screws and smaller shims for the upper screws.

The FW Control-100 ESC can be placed on the left side of the fuselage, to keep enough place for the battery.

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Assemble the linkages like you can see in the picture. For maximum movement use Flitework carbon fiber servo lever extensions.

INSTALLING THE RC COMPONENTSThe installation, shown in the following pictures, should be only a possibility and is not obligatory. It is important, that the position of the antennas is not behind a silver coated film of the fuselage. Silver coated film contains aluminium, which decreases the strength of the radio signal.

The aileron servos can be plugged to 150 mm servo extension cables, which are coming from the receiver. So you can remove the wings very easy.

Here you can see the position of the battery, which is fixed with a Flitework battery belt. The battery is placed on an anti slip map.

Always take care that you have plugged in the aileron servos after completing your plane for

flying.

ASSEMBLING THE MAIN WINGS

Glue the hinges to the flaps and afterward to the wings with the same method like rudder and elevator. Take care for smooth and wide movement of the flaps. A sticker arround the slots for the flap lever prevents for making glue spots.Sand the levers a little and glue them into the flap slots, using 5 min. Epoxy.

Drill 1.5 mm holes through the servo mounting flanges and fix the servos with adequate screws from the accessory set of the servos.

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❍ If the tail drops, the model is “tail heavy” and the battery pack and/or receiver must be shifted forward or weight must be added to the nose to balance. If the nose drops, the model is “nose heavy” and the battery pack and/or receiver must be shifted aft or weight must be added to the tail to balance. If possible, relocate the battery pack and receiver to minimize or eliminate any additional ballast required. If additional weight is required, nose weight may be easily added by using a “spinner weight” (GPMQ4645 for the 1 oz. weight, or GPMQ4646 for the 2 oz. weight). If spinner weight is not practical or is not enough, use Great Planes (GPMQ4485) “stick-on” lead. A good place to add stick-on nose weight is to the firewall (don't attach weight to the cowl (it is not intended to support weight). Begin by placing incrementally increasing amounts of weight on the bottom of the fuse over the firewall until the model balances. Once you have determined the amount of weight required, it can be permanently attached. If required, tail weight may be added by cutting open the bottom of the fuse and gluing it permanently inside.

NOTE: Do not rely upon the adhesive on the back of the lead weight to permanently hold it in place. Over time, fuel and exhaust residue may soften the adhesive and cause the weight to fall off. Use #2 sheet metal screws, RTV silicone or epoxy to permanently hold the weight in place.

IMPORTANT: If you found it necessary to add any weight, recheck the C.G. after the weight has been installed.

BALANCE THE MODEL LATERALLY ❍ With the wing level, have an assistant help you lift the

model by the engine propeller shaft and the bottom of the fuse under the TE of the fin. Do this several times.

❍ If one wing always drops when you lift the model, it means that side is heavy. Balance the airplane by adding weight to the other wing tip. An airplane that has been laterally balanced will track better in loops and other maneuvers.

FLIGHT PREPARATION

BALANCE THE MODEL (C.G.)More than any other factor, the C.G. (balance point) can have the greatest effect on how a model flies and may determine whether or not your first flight will be successful. If you value this model and wish to enjoy it for many flights. DO NOT OVERLOOK THIS IMPORTANT PROCEDURE. A model that is not properly balanced will be unstable and possibly unflyable.

At this stage the model should be in ready-to-fly condition with all of the systems in place including the engine, landing gear, covering and the radio system.

❍ Use a felt-tip pen or 1/8"-wide tape to accurately mark the C.G. on the top of the wing. The C.G. is located 80 mm back from the leading edge of the wing. For 3D flying, CG can be more aft, up to 100 mm.

❍ With the wing attached to the fuselage, all parts of the model installed (ready to fly) and an empty fuel tank, place the model upsidedown on a Great Planes CG Machine, or lift it upside-down at the balance point you marked.

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PREFLIGHT

CHARGE THE BATTERIESFollow the battery charging instructions that came with your radio control system to charge the batteries. You should always charge your transmitter and receiver batteries the night before you go flying and at other times as recommended by the radio manufacturer.

NOTE: Checking the condition of your receiver battery pack is highly recommended. All battery packs, whether it's a trusty pack you've just taken out of another model, or a new batterypack you just purchased, should be cycled, noting the discharge capacity. Oftentimes, a weak battery pack can be identified (and a valuable model saved!) by comparing its actual capacity to its rated capacity. Refer to the instructions and recommendations that come with your cycler. If you don't own a battery cycler, perhaps you can have a friend cycle your pack and note the capacity for you.

BALANCE PROPELLERSCarefully balance your propeller and spare propellers before you fly. An unbalanced prop can be the single most significant cause of vibration that can damage your model. Not only will engine mounting screws and bolts loosen, possibly with disastrous effect, but vibration may also damage your radio receiver and battery. Vibration can also cause your fuel to foam, which will, in turn, cause your engine to run hot or quit We use a Top Flite® Precision Magnetic Prop Balancer™ (TOPQ5700) in the workshop and keep a Great Planes Fingertip Prop Balancer (GPMQ5000) in our flight box.

GROUND CHECKIf the engine is new, follow the engine manufacturer's instructions to break-in the engine. After break-in, confirm that the engine idles reliably, transitions smoothly and rapidly to full power and maintains full powerindefinitely. After you run the engine on the model, inspect the model losely to make sure all screws remained tight, the hinges are secure, the prop is secure and all pushrods and connectors are secure.

SET THE CONTROL THROWSUse a ruler to accurately measure and set the control throw of each control surface as indicated in the chart that follows. If your radio does not have dual rates, we recommend setting the throws at the low rate settings.

NOTE: The throws are measured at the widest part of the elevators, rudder and ailerons.

We recommend the following control surface throws:

Elevator

3D Control throws Low rate

40° to maxExpo 45%

UP

40° to maxExpo 45%

DOWN

20°Expo 25%

UP

20°Expo 25%

DOWN

Rudder 45° to maxExpo 45%

LEFT

45° to maxExpo 45%

RIGHT

30°Expo 30%

LEFT

30°Expo 30%

RIGHT

Ailerons 40° to maxExpo 45%

UP

40° to maxExpo 45%

DOWN

20°Expo 25%

UP

20°Expo 25%

DOWN

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SÉCURITÉ D'UTILISATION DU MOTEURFailure to follow these safety precautions may result in severe injury to yourself and others.

❍ Keep all engine fuel in a safe place, away from high heat, sparks or flames, as fuel is very flammable. Do not smoke near the engine or fuel; and remember that engine exhaust gives off a great deal of deadly carbon monoxide. Therefore do not run the engine in a closed room or garage.

❍ Get help from an experienced pilot when learning to operate engines.

❍ Use safety glasses when starting or running engines.

❍ Do not run the engine in an area of loose gravel or sand; the propeller may throw such material in your face or eyes.

❍ Keep your face and body as well as all spectators away from the plane of rotation of the propeller as you start and run the engine.

❍ Keep these items away from the prop: loose clothing, shirt sleeves, ties, scarfs, long hair or loose objects such as pencils or screwdrivers that may fall out of shirt or jacket pockets into the prop.

❍ Use a “chicken stick” or electric starter to start the engine.

❍ Do not use your fingers to flip the propeller.Make certain the glow plug clip or connector is secure so that it will not pop off or otherwise get into the running propeller.

❍ Make all engine adjustments from behind the rotating propeller.

❍ The engine gets hot! Do not touch it during or right after operation. Make sure fuel lines are in good condition so fuel will not leak onto a hot engine, causing a fire.

❍ To stop a glow engine, cut off the fuel supply by closing off the fuel line or following the engine manufacturer's recommendations. Do not use hands, fingers or any other body part to try to stop the engine. Do not throw anything into the propeller of a running engine.

RANGE CHECKGround check the operational range of your radio before the first flight of the day. With the transmitter antenna collapsed and the receiver and transmitter on, you should be able to walk at least 100 feet away from the model and stil have control. Have an assistant stand by your model and, while you work the controls, tell you what the control surfaces are doing. Repeat this test with the engine running at various speeds with an assistant holding the model, using hand signals to show you what is happening. If the control surfaces do not respond correctly, do not fly! Find and correct the problem first. Look for loose servo connections or broken wires, corroded wires on old servo connectors, poor solder joints in your battery pack or a defective cell, or a damaged receiver crystal from a previous crash.

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CHECK LISTDuring the last few moments of preparation your mind may be elsewhere anticipating the excitement of the first flight. Because of this, you may be more likely to overlook certain checks and procedures that should be performed before the model is flown. To help avoid this, a checklist is rovided to make sure these important areas are no overlooked. Many are covered in the instruction manual, so where appropriate, refer to the manual for complete instructions. Be sure to check the items off as they are completed (that's why it's called a check list!).

❍ 1. Fuelproof all areas exposed to fuel or exhaust residue such as the cowl ring, cowl mounting blocks, wing saddle area, etc.

❍ 2. Check the C.G. according to the measurements provided in the manual.

❍ 3. Be certain the battery and receiver are securely mounted in the fuse. Simply stuffing them into place with foam rubber is not sufficient.

❍ 4. Extend your receiver antenna and make sure it has a strain relief inside the fuselage to keep tension off the solder joint inside the receiver.

❍ 5. Balance your model laterally as explained in the instructions.

❍ 6. Use threadlocking compound to secure critical fasteners such as the set screws that hold the wheel axles to the struts, screws that hold the carburetor arm (if applicable), screw-lock pushrod connectors, etc.

❍ 7. Add a drop of oil to the axles so the wheels will turn freely.

❍ 8. Make sure all hinges are securely glued in place.

❍ 9. Reinforce holes for wood screws with thin CA where appropriate (servo mounting screws, cowl mounting screws, etc.).

❍ 10. Confirm that all controls operate in the correct direction and the throws are set up according to the manual.

❍ 11. Make sure there are silicone retainers on all the clevises and that all servo arms are secured to the servos with the screws included with your radio.

❍ 12. Secure connections between servo wires and Y connectors or servo extensions and the connection between your battery pack and the on/off switch with vinyl tape, heat shrink tubing or special clips suitable for that purpose.

❍ 13. Make sure any servo extension cords you may have used do not interfere with other systems (servo arms, pushrods, etc.).

❍ 14. Secure the pressure tap (if used) to the muffler with high temp RTV silicone, thread locking compound or J.B.Weld.

❍ 15. Make sure the fuel lines are connected and are not kinked.

❍ 16. Balance your propeller (and spare propellers).

❍ 17. Tighten the propeller nut and spinner.

❍ 18. Place your name, address, AMA number and telephone number on or inside your model.

❍ 19. Cycle your receiver battery pack (if necessary) and make sure it is fully charged.

❍ 20. If you wish to photograph your model, do so before your first flight.

❍ 21. Range check your radio when you get to the flying field.

LIST OF SPARE PARTSFLWA4190 Edge 540 1700mm wing set

FLWA4290 Edge 540 1700mm fuselage set

FLWA4390 Edge 540 1700mm landing gear bow

FLWA4490 Edge 540 1700mm motor cowl

FLWA4590 Edge 540 1700mm canopy

FLWA4690 Edge 540 1700mm carbon wing joiner

FLWA4790 Edge 540 1700mm wheel pants

FLWA4890 Edge 540 1700mm elevator

FLWA4990 Edge 540 1700mm rudder

FLWA4904 Edge 540 1700mm accessory set

Remember to think.

Have a ball!

But always stay in control and fly in a safe manner.

GOOD LUCK ANDGREAT FLYING!

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