E-flite T-34 Mentor 25e ARF - Manual (Page 2)

2 E-flite T-34 Mentor 25e ARF Assembly Manual
Product Registration
Register your product online at:
www.e-fliterc.com/register/
Contents of Kit/Parts Layout
EFL4801 Wing Set
EFL4802 Fuselage with Hatch
EFL4803 Tail Set
EFL4804 Cowling
EFL4806 Pushrod Set
EFL4807 Landing Gear
EFL4808 Spinner
EFL4809 Aft Tail Cone
EFL4810 Hardware Pack
Covering Colors
HANU870 White
HANU883 Flame Red
HANU874 Black
Note on Lithium Polymer Batteries
Lithium Polymer batteries are significantly
more volatile than alkaline or Ni-Cd/
Ni-MH batteries used in RC applications.
All manufacturer’s instructions and warnings
must be followed closely. Mishandling of
Li-Po batteries can result in fire. Always
follow the manufacturer’s instructions when
disposing of Lithium Polymer batteries.
Introduction
Introduced during the Cold War as an economical
primary trainer for U.S. armed forces, the T-34 Mentor
continues to be one of the most sought-after warbirds
to this day. Its aerobatic ability and good-natured
flying manners have endeared it to thousands of pilots,
both civilian and military. E-flite’s sport scale recreation
of the Mentor perfectly replicates the easy-going flight
characteristics of the full-scale version by virtue of
a blended Selig airfoil design that yields impressive
aerobatic capability without any surprises.
Assembly is simple and straightforward with plenty of
details completed for you, right out of the box.
If you’re an intermediate to advanced pilot wanting
a good-looking, knock around plane for Sunday
afternoons, the T-34 Mentor 25e has what it takes.
Important Warranty Information
Please read our Warranty and Liability Limitations
section on Page 24 before building this product. If you
as the Purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the
liability associated with the use of this Product, you are
advised to return this Product immediately in new and
unused condition to the place of purchase.
Using the Manual
This manual is divided into sections to help make
assembly easier to understand, and to provide breaks
between each major section. In addition, check boxes
have been placed next to each step to keep track
of its completion. Steps with a single circle () are
performed once, while steps with two circles ( )
indicate that the step will require repeating, such as for
a right or left wing panel, two servos, etc.
Remember to take your time and follow the directions.
Table of Contents
Introduction ........................................................... 2
Important Warranty Information .............................. 2
Using the Manual ................................................... 2
Product Registration................................................ 2
Contents of Kit/Parts Layout .................................... 2
Covering Colors ..................................................... 2
Note on Lithium Polymer Batteries ........................... 2
Recommended Radio Equipment ............................. 3
Optional Accessories .............................................. 3
Brushless Outrunner Setup - Power 25 ..................... 3
Brushless Outrunner Setup - Power 32 ..................... 3
Required Tools and Adhesives ................................. 3
Warning ................................................................ 3
Horizontal and Vertical Fin Installation ..................... 4
Radio Installation ................................................... 6
Nose Gear Installation ............................................ 9
Motor and Speed Controller Installation ................. 11
Cowling and Spinner Installation ........................... 12
Aileron Servo Installation ...................................... 14
Fixed Flap Installation ........................................... 16
Flap Servo Installation .......................................... 17
Joining the Wing Panels ....................................... 19
Main Landing Gear Installation ............................. 20
Final Assembly ..................................................... 21
Control Throws..................................................... 21
Center of Gravity ................................................. 22
Range Test Your Radio .......................................... 22
Flying Your T-34 Mentor ....................................... 23
Age Requirements ................................................ 23
Safety Do’s and Don’ts for Pilots ............................ 23
Daily Flight Checks ............................................... 23
Glossary of Terms ................................................ 24
Warranty Information ........................................... 24
CE Compliance Information
for the European Union ................................... 26
2009 Official Academy of
Model Aeronautics Safety Code ....................... 26