INSTRUCTION MANUAL
SKY
Mach II
RAIDER
A
LM
OS
T-READY -TO
-F
LY
- .
Requires: 4- channel radio
w/ 4 standard servos
Wing Span
Wing Area
Flying Weight
Fuselage Length
Specifications
54.0 in / 1370 mm
556 sq in / 35.9 sq dm
5 lb / 2200 g
47.5 in / 1210 mm
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.*
Warning ! This model is not a toy.
It is designed for maximum performance. Please seek advice if one is not familiar with this kind of engine powered precision model. Operating this model without prior preparation may cause injuries Remember, safety is the most important thing. Always keep this instruction manual at hand for quick reference.
The World Models
Manufacturing Co., LTD.
www.theworldmodels.com
FACTORY PRE-FABRICATED
ALMOST-READY-TO-FLY (ARF) SERIES
MADE IN CHINA
SKY
RAIDER
Mach II
INDEX
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
PARTS LIST
ASSEMBLY
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
P.1
P.2
P.3-11
P.11
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
1 Read through the manual before you begin, so that you can have an overall idea of what to do.
2 Check all parts. If you find any defective or missing parts contact your local dealer. Please
DRY FIT and check for defects for all parts that will require CA or Epoxy for final assembly.
Any parts you find to be defective after the gluing process may be difficult to remove for warranty replacement. The manufacturer will replace any defective parts, but will not extend to the parts that are good before gluing to defective parts during assembly. Warranty will not cover any parts modified by customer .
3
Symbols used throughout this instruction manual comprise of the following : -
Apply epoxy glue.
Apply instant glue
(C.A.glue, super glue.)
Apply thread locker Must be purchased separately!
Assemble left and right sides the same way.
Peel off shaded portion covering film.
3mm
Drill holes with the specified diameter (here: 3mm).
Pay close attention here!
Ensure smooth non-binding movement while assembling.
Cut off shaded portion.
Pierce the shaded portion covering film.
Warning!
Do not overlook this symbol!
P.1
Parts List
1.MAIN WING --1 pair
2.WING JOINER 6x26x145mm--1 pc.
3.PLYWOOD 3x8x22mm(For Aileron Servo)--1 pc.
RING D2.3mm--2 pcs
4.STRAPER--2 pcs
CLEVIS--2 pcs
FUEL TUBE D6x5mm--4 pcs
PUSHROD D1.8X135mm w/ Threads(For Aileron)--2 pcs
5.FUSELAGE--1 pc.
STABILIZER & ELEVATOR --1 set
6. VERTICAL FIN & RUDDER--1 set
SCREW PM3x65mm--2 pcs
WASHER d3xD7mm--2 pcs
7.MAIN LANDING GEAR--1 set
COLLAR D4.1mm w/ set screw--4 sets
MAIN WHEEL 62mm--2 pcs
SCREW PA3x10mm--4 pcs
MOUNTING PLATE 10x20mm(For Main Landing Gear)--2 pcs
8.TAIL LANDING GEAR--1 set
COLLAR D2.1mm w/ set screw--1 set
TAIL WHEEL 25mm--1 pc.
ALUMINUM REINFORCEMENT PLATE--1 pc.
SCREW PA3x12mm--2 pcs
SCREW PM2x12mm--1 pc.
M2 NUT --1 pc.
9.ENGINE MOUNT PL5111030--1 set
SOCKET HEAD SCREW M3x20mm--4 pcs
WASHER d3xD7mm--4 pcs
10.FUEL TANK 260cc--1 set
BALSA 9x9x88mm(For Fuel Tank Position Fixing)--1 pc.
11.LINKAGE CONNECTOR 2.1mm w/ set screw--1 set
12.PUSHROD D1.8x685mm w/ Threads(For Elevator)--1 pc.
P.2
B
TRI-HORN M3x14mm(S)--1 set
FUEL TUBE D6x5mm--1 pc.
CLEVIS--1 pc.
8
B
TRI-HORN M3x14mm(S)--1 set
FUEL TUBE D6x5mm--1 pc.
CLEVIS--1 pc.
14.
-- .
WASHER d2xD5mm -- 4 pcs
SCREW PM2x8mm -- 4 pcs
--4 pcs
SCREW PM3x25mm--4 pcs
WASHER d3xD7mm--8 pcs
M2 NUT
M3 NUT--8 pcs
SPINNER 52mm--1 set
15.
THROTTLE PUSHWIRE D1.2x330mm--1 pc.
PLASTIC TUBE d2xD3x240mm--1 pc.
STRAPER--2 pcs
FUEL TUBE D6x5mm--2 pcs
SPONGE 60x70x89mm--1 pc.
16.SCREW PM4x30mm--2 pcs
WASHER d4x12mm--2 pcs
17.CANOPY--1 pc.
DOUBLE-SIDED TAPE-- 1 pc.
SCREW PWA2.3x8mm-- 4 pcs
SILICON GROMMET d1.5xD6.5mm--4 pcs
18.DECALS A178NDEC--1 set
COVERING:--
GREEN COLOR SCHEME
TOUGHLON STLA178NGWIG
TOUGHLON STLA178NGFUS
TOUGHLON STL100 WHITE
TOUGHLON STL204 CREAM
TOUGHLON STL240 GREEN
TOUGHLON STL571 RICH GOLD
RED COLOR SCHEME
TOUGHLON STLA178NRWIG
TOUGHLON STLA178NRFUS
TOUGHLON STL100 WHITE
TOUGHLON STL201 BLACK
TOUGHLON STL311 FERRARI RED
TOUGHLON STL314 FUCHSIA
1
Main Wing
Pre-glued
Left Wing
2
Main Wing
Please dry fit wing joiner into left and right wing to make sure they fit with the proper dihedral angle, mark the wing joiner if necessary. Apply epoxy glue to both sides of all surfaces in contact. Use a stick to apply the glue to inner side of wing joiner sleeve, and apply the glue to wing joiner before putting them together. Wing joiner not glued properly will lead to wing failure and plane crash.
Wing Joiner Ø6x26x145mm
Completed
Make sure to glue securely. If not properly glued, a failure in flight may occur.
3
Aileron Servo
Plywood
3x8x22mm
1.5mm
Ring
P.3
4
Aileron Servo
TWM PL8210010
CLEVIS WRENCH
Fuel Tube
Ø 6x5mm
Straper
Clevis
Ring
5
Stabilizer & Elevator
Completed
Pre-glued
Bottom View Completed
P.4
A A'
A=A'
6
V ertical Fin / Rudder
PM3 x 65mm d3 x D7mm
Screw
Washer
2
2
Use thread locker when tightening screw. Don't use excessive force as you are dealing with balsa.
B B
B=B
Pre-glued
Completed
● Bottom View
7
Main Landing Gear
3mm Set Screw
4
4.1mm
Collar
4
PA3 x 10mm Screw
4 PA3 x 10mm
PM3x65mm
Washer d3xD7mm
Plate
2mm 4.1mm Collar
4.1mm Collar
3mm Set Screw
P.5
8
T ail Landing Gear
PA3 X12mm Screw
PM2 x 12mm Screw
2
1
M2 Nut
1
2.1mm
Collar
1
PA3 X12mm
1.5mm
Bottom View
9
Engine Mount
M3 x 20mm Socket Head Screw
4 d3 x D7mm Washer
4
Washer d3xD7mm
Engine Mount
PL5111030
Apply thread locker to screws.
Blind nuts are off-centered to keep the spinner at the fuselage axis.
P.6
Completed
2mm
Aluminum Plate
M2 Nut
PM2 x 12mm
2.1mm Collar
3mm Set Screw
10
Fuel Tank
Install Balsa 9 x 9 x 88mm
(For Fuel Tank Position Fixing)
Fuel Tank
260cc
Top View
11
S ervo Set
3 X 3mm Set Screw
1
Linkage Connector
1
2mm Nut
1
2mm Washer
2 wir e
Thr ott le P ush
2mm
M2 Nut
3x3mm Set Screw
Throttle Servo.
12
Elevator Pushrod
PB2 x 12mm Screw
3
TWM PL8210010
CLEVIS WRENCH
PB2 x 12mm
Tri-Horn
M3x14mm
Clevis
Fuel Tube
Ø 6 x 5mm
Please refer to attached sheet for linkage connector installation.
Ø1mm pilot holes for World Models tri-horn are pre-drilled. Please look for pin-hole marks at under side of control surfaces.
m
Pushrod Ø1.8 x 685mm
P.7
13
Rudder Pushrod
PB2 x 12mm Screw
3
TWM PL8210010
CLEVIS WRENCH
Fuel Tube
Ø 6 x 5mm
Clevis
PB2 x 12mm
Tri-Horn
M3x14mm
Pushrod Ø1.8 x 685mm
14
Ø1mm pilot holes for World Models tri-horn are pre-drilled. Please look for pin-hole marks at under side of control surfaces.
M2 Nut
109mm d3xD7mm
Washer
Aluminum Plate 1mm d3xD7mm
Washer
Propeller
Fuel Filler
PL8110030
M2 Nut
Spinner
Ø52mm
Completed
P.8
15
R adio Equipment
Charge Receptacles
KP0041300
Receiver
Install and arrange the servos as shown in the diagram.
Switch Harness Throttle Servo Rudder Servo
Battery
Fuel Tube
Ø 6 x 5mm
Rudder
Pushrod
Elevator
Pushrod
Plastic Tube d2 x D3 x 240mm
Throttle Pushwire
Ø1.2 X 330mm
16
Main Wing
PM4 x 30mm Screw
2 d4 x D12mm Washer
2 d4 x D12mm
Washer
Elevator Servo
Washer d4 x D12mm PM4 x 30mm
17
Canopy
PWA2.3 X 8mm Screw
4 d1.5 x D6.5mm
Silicon Grommet
4
Bottom View
First insert the grommet to the canopy then apply screw.
1mm
PWA2.3 X 8mm
Silicon Grommet d1.5 x D6.5mm
Apply double-sided tape
P.9
18
Wing Setting
Adjust the wing and fuselage configuration as shown in the diagrams.
A A
C
B B'
C'
A=A B=B
P.1 0
C=C
19
Control Throws
Elevator
Rudder
Aileron
20
C.G
.
15mm
15mm
Adjust the control throws as shown in the diagram. These throws are good for general flying. You can adjust according to your personal preference.
20mm
20mm
6mm
6mm
The ideal C.G. position is 76mm (3 in) behind the leading edge measured at where the wing meets the fuselage. In order to obtain the C.G.specified, add weight to the fuselage or move the battery position. Check the C.G. before flying.
Warning!
Important Safety Precautions
# pre-adjusted aircraft.
SKY
Mach II
RAIDER engine, using
# Check and re-tighten up all factory assembled screws, use thread locker if necessary.
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P.11
LINKAGE CONNECTOR
HW7111050 & HW7111060
Drill 2mm hole at servo horn.
Insert linkage connector into servo horn.
Make sure shoulder of screw is cleared from servo horn.
Add washer to reduce play if necessary.
Shoulder
Tighten up the round nut against the shoulder. Apply
CA or permanent thread locker.
After fastening the round nut, make sure that the linkage connector can rotate freely.
Product Registration Form (US Customers)
We would like to share with you any relevant information regarding your model, including product news and free upgrade parts when applicable. Please fill in the following and send to
AirBorne Models, 4749-K, Bennett Drive, Livermore CA 94551 USA.
1. Name:
2. Address:
3. Phone #: E-mail:
4. Model:
Wing QC# Fuselage QC#
(QC numbers are stamped on wing and fuselage)
5. Date of Purchase:
6. Store Name:
Please call AirBorne Models at 925 371 0922 for any assistance in filling this form.
Thank you very much for purchasing our product.
Optional Parts
( ACCESSORIES)
180mm Extension
Code No.
Size
KW0011800 180mm
Package
1 set
Fuel Filler
Code No.
Size Package
PL8110030 15 x 22 x 49mm 1 x 1 pc
180mm Y-Cord
Code No.
Size
KW0021800 180mm
Package
1 pc
Charge Receptacles
Size Code No.
KP0041300
Package
Field Stand
Code No.
Size Package
MS9111430 600 x 240 x 310mm 1 pc
Clevis Wrench
Code No.
PL8210010
Size
Small Clevis Large Clevis
Special tool for clevis installation.
Suitable for standard and small
(EP) clevis.
Standard Servo
Code No SV4031
Package
1 set
Speed : 0.17 sec / 60° @4.8V
0.14 sec / 60° @6.0V
Torque : 3.2kg.cm / 44.8 oz - in @4.8V
4.1kg.cm / 57.4 oz - in @6.0V
Size : 40.6 x 20 x 37mm /
1.60 x 0.79 x 1.46 in
Weight : 39.4 g / 1.39 oz
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Manufacturing Co., LTD.
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