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Wingspan: 78.5 in [2000mm]
Wing Area: 678 sq in [43.7dm
Weight: 28 – 32 oz [795 – 905g]
Wing Loading: 5.9 – 6.7 oz/sq ft [18 – 21g/dm
Length: 41 in [1035mm]
Radio: Two-channel, two standard servos
guarantees this kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of purchase. This warranty
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does not cover any component parts damaged by use or modification. In no case shall Tower Hobbies' liability exceed the original
cost of the purchased kit. Further, Tower Hobbies reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice.
In that Tower Hobbies has no control over the final assembly or material used for final assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor
accepted for any damage resulting from the use by the user of the final user-assembled product. By the act of using the user-assembled
product, the user accepts all resulting liability.
If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this product, the buyer is advised to return this
kit immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase.
To make a warranty claim send the defective part or item to Hobby Services at the address below:
Include a letter stating your name, return shipping address, as much contact information as possible (daytime telephone number, fax
number, e-mail address), a detailed description of the problem and a photocopy of the purchase receipt. Upon receipt of the package
the problem will be evaluated as quickly as possible.
READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE STARTING CONSTRUCTION. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF THIS MODEL.
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Champaign, IL 61822
USA
Tower Hobbies
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(800) 637-6050
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- Page 1 Further, Tower Hobbies reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice. In that Tower Hobbies has no control over the final assembly or material used for final assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any damage resulting from the use by the user of the final user-assembled product.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Check the weather report the air. now because in just a few hours your Tower Vista sailplane will be ready to launch and seek thermals with the best. 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. -
Page 3: Additional Items Required
We, as the kit manufacturer, provide you with a top quality, thoroughly tested kit and instructions, but ultimately the Replacement parts for the Tower Hobbies Vista sailplane are quality and flyability of your finished model depends on available using the order numbers in the Replacement Parts how you build it;... -
Page 4: Kit Inspection
If any parts are missing or are not of acceptable quality, or if you need assistance with assembly, contact Product Support. When reporting defective or missing parts, use the part names exactly as they are written in the Kit Contents list on this page. Tower Hobbies Product Support 3002 N. Apollo Drive, Suite 1 Champaign, IL 61822 Telephone: (217) 398-8970, ext. -
Page 5: Assembly
5. After the epoxy has fully hardened, slowly and carefully pull away the masking tape. If any of the covering loosened, iron it back down with a covering iron on medium heat. Use a covering sock over the iron to protect the Tower Vista’s finish. -
Page 6: Assemble The Fuselage
ASSEMBLE THE FUSELAGE Join the Stabilizer ❍ 3. Use a sharp hobby knife to cut the covering from the bottom only of the horizontal stabilizer (stab) over the half- circle notch in the trailing edge. Also cut the covering from ❍... -
Page 7: Join The Fin
Join the Fin How to cut covering from balsa. Rather than using a hobby knife which could inadvertently cut into the balsa, use a heated soldering iron. Move the iron at a pace that will just melt the covering without burning into the wood–the hotter the soldering iron, the faster you will have to move it. -
Page 8: Hook Up The Controls
❍ ❍ 4. Working carefully without cutting into the balsa, use 8. While you have some epoxy mixed, glue in both your heated soldering iron or a sharp hobby knife to cut the wing dowels. covering from the sides of the fin and the top of the fuselage. - Page 9 ❍ 7. Place the servo arms on the servos–if your servos came with a selection of servo arms, select ones that will not interfere with the other servo or the fuselage sides. For Futaba and Tower servos, use the six-arm servo arms and ®...
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Page 10: Install The Receiver & Battery
Install the Receiver & Battery Refer to this photo while installing the receiver and battery. ❍ 1. Noting how the rubber band on the canopy hatch is attached to the tab on the former (so you will know how to reattach it later), unhook the rubber band and temporarily remove the canopy hatch and set it aside. -
Page 11: Check The Control Directions
❍ 2. With the transmitter and receiver still on, check all the the Tower Vista 2m sailplane flies, you would like to control surfaces to see if they are centered. If necessary, change the throws to suit your taste that is fine. However,... -
Page 12: Preflight
❍ 3. When supporting the model at the C.G. it is likely that the tail will drop, indicating that it is “tail heavy” and weight must be added to the nose. If the nose drops however, the model is “nose heavy” and weight must be added to the tail. Use Great Planes Self-Adhesive Lead Weights to balance ❍... -
Page 13: Ama Safety Code (Excerpts)
If launching the Tower Vista 2m other side for spectators. Only personnel involved with flying sailplane with launch systems stronger than those the aircraft are allowed at or in the front of the flight line. -
Page 14: Trim Flights
Try to find an experienced pilot to help you with your first flights. Although the Tower Vista 2m sailplane is very easy to fly, an experienced pilot can save you a lot of time and possible aggravation by helping you get your model in the air smoothly. - Page 15 Heavy-Duty Hi-Start with 3/16" diameter tubing provides the launch power needed for sailplanes spanning 100" or more. Tower Hobbies 4-TH 4-Channel FM Radio The 4-TH is as affordable as it is perfect for first-time and sport fliers. Narrow-band FM technology and a dual- conversion receiver ensure that reception is as interference- Great Planes C.G.
- Page 16 BUILDING NOTES Kit Purchased Date: _______________________ Date Construction Finished: _________________ Where Purchased:_________________________ Finished Weight: __________________________ Date Construction Started: __________________ Date of First Flight: ________________________ FLIGHT LOG...
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