Fly only in open areas to ensure safety. It is Safety can never be taken lightly. recommended flying be done at AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics) approved flying sites. Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a location to fly your aircraft. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
) indicate the step will require repeating, such as Motor Setup ............4 an E-flite 6S 5000mAh 30C Li-Po pack. And it does for a right or left wing panel, two servos, etc. Optional Accessories ..........4 so without resorting to drag-inducing cheater holes.
This will keep the servos from moving to their endpoints until the transmitter and receiver connect. 6. Repeat steps 1 through 5 to install the remaining wing tip panel to the main wing panel. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
Note that one servo is set in the opposite orientation as shown in the photo in the following column. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
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6. Position the servo between the two blocks. With the servo resting against the servo cover, use a pencil to mark the locations for the four servo mounting screws on the blocks. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
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This is dependant on the exact location of the servo. Use the screws provided with the servo and a #1 Phillips screwdriver to attach the servo to the mounting blocks. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
3. Apply low-tack tape around the opening for the aileron control horn. Position the tape so it is 1/32-inch (1mm) away from the sides of the hole, as well as from the marks made in the previous step. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
Assemble the flap linkage using the silicone tubing, one 2mm nut, two metal clevises, and a 2mm x 25mm threaded rod. Use the length in the photo as a starting point for the length of the rod. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
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2 to the opposite flap until you have checked the throws. Doing so may cause the servo to bind in the UP position, which could cause damage to the flap servo. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
The spar will slide in easily, so doesn’t get damaged. don’t force it in any further than it will slide. Use a felt-tipped pen to mark the spar at the wing root. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
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9/64-inch ball driver to lightly tighten the screws to secure the wing joiner in the fuselage, and low-tack tape to hold the wing in position until the epoxy has cured. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
Leave 1/32-inch (1mm) of covering around the inside edges. Use a trim seal tool to iron down the covering around the edges to finish the opening. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
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Remove the screws after threading the holes. 4. Use the drill and drill bit prepared in the previous step to drill the four holes for the landing gear block or retract mechanism mounting screws. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
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These struts are designed for the weight and speeds of the F-4 Phantom. Use the struts supplied with the kit for the retract assembly. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
If the wheel is hard to install, use a file to remove this bur. 10. Repeat steps 2 through 9 to install the remaining main landing gear and wheel. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
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Prepare both blocks at this time. 7. Use a drill and 1/16-inch (1.5mm) drill bit to drill the two mounting holes in the landing gear door block. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
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Work slowly when using a sanding drum on the screws. The screws will heat up while sanding, which could melt the landing gear door. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
16. Repeat steps 2 through 15 to install the second landing gear door. 3. Prepare and epoxy the servo mounting blocks as shown in the section “Aileron and Flap Servo Installation.” Allow the epoxy to fully cure before proceeding. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
Dipping the hinge knuckles in heated petroleum jelly (in a liquid state) is easier than trying to apply it with a toothpick in the gel state. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
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10. Attach the clevis to the torque rod. Slide the silicone tubing over the clevis. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
Attach the clevis to the servo horn on the inner hole and adjust the length of the pushrod so the rudder is centered. Tighten the 2mm nut against the clevis, then slide the silicone tubing over the clevis. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
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Allow the CA to wick in between the two for a secure bond. 8. Once the elevator position has been set, slide the silicone keepers onto both clevises to keep the clevises from opening accidentally. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
10. Use the tape included with the model to attach Fan bottom the tail cone to the fuselage. 2. Follow the instructions included with the fan unit to prepare it for installation in your model. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
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This hardens the wood, making the screws fairing as well. more secure. You can also mount the pin vise in a drill so it can reach down inside the fuselage, saving some time when drilling the holes. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
Flat file Phillips screwdriver: #1 The installation of the retracts and fixed gear follow the same procedure. The only difference is the installation of the nose gear strut, which has been highlighted in gray. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
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9. Install the steering servo in from the top of the fuselage using the hardware provided with the servo and a #1 Phillips screwdriver. The servo output faces the rear of the fuselage. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
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12. Connect the clevis without the tubing to the steering arm of the nose gear assembly. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
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2.5mm hex wrench. The 3mm screw can then be placed in the tubing and against the hex wrench so it can be easily installed to secure the landing gear. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
Gear Flaps (requires Y-harness) Aux 1 Left Aileron Aux 2 Nose Gear Steering Aux 3 Retracts Programs for the F-4 Phantom using the DX8 are available for download on the Spektum website. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
Secure the leads inside the fuselage using clear tape. 2. Apply the mating hook and loop tape to the battery tray in the fuselage. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
4. Place the interior in the canopy. It may be necessary to bend the interior slightly to fit past the canopy frame. 2. Use hobby scissors to trim the height of the pilots so they are 1 -inches (31mm) in height. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
Apply the decals to your model using the photos located in this section of the manual, the box art from your model and on Page 43. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
(145 to 155mm) back from the leading edge of the wing at the root as shown with the battery pack installed. Mark the location of the CG on the top of the wing with a felt-tipped pen. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
You can experiment with higher rates to Down match your preferred style of flying. High Expo 10% Expo 8% Expo 5% E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
Generally, very slight back pressure on the elevator will allow the airplane to rotate smoothly at a comfortable, safe airspeed. The F-4 Phantom 32 will climb out at a nice angle of attack. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
HORIZON MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OR the nose. We hope you enjoy flying the E-flite F-4 REPRESENTATION, AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY Phantom 32 4. Perform a ground range check before each AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, day’s flying session.
Champaign, Illinois 61822 USA Notice: Do not ship LiPo batteries to Horizon. If you productsupport@horizonhobby.com have any issue with a LiPo battery, please contact 877-504-0233 the appropriate Horizon Product Support office. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
AMA Document #555. (h) Not operate model aircraft while under the influence of alcohol or while using any drug which could adversely affect the pilot’s ability to safely control the model. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
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(b) Fly using the assistance of a camera or First-Person will be completed before the first flight of a new or View (FPV) only in accordance with the procedures repaired model aircraft. outlined in AMA Document #550. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual...
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