Top Flite TOPA0965 - Manual (Page 4)

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OPTIONAL SUPPLIES AND TOOLS
Here is a list of optional tools mentioned in the manual
that will help you build the AT-6.
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Masking tape (TOPR8018)
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Panel Line Pen (TOPQ2510)
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Rotary tool such as Dremel ®
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Rotary tool reinforced cut-off wheel (GPMR8020)
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Servo horn drill (HCAR0698)
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Hobby Heat ™ micro torch (HCAR0750)
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AccuThrow ™ Defl ection Gauge (GPMR2405)
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Precision Magnetic Prop Balancer (TOPQ5700)
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CG Machine ™ (GPMR2400)
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Dead Center ™ Engine Mount Hole
Locator (GPMR8130)
IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES
• There are two types of screws used in this kit:
Sheet metal screws are designated
by a number and a length. For
example #6 x 3/4" [19mm]
Machine screws are designated
by a number, threads per inch,
and a length. For example 4-40 x
3/4" [19mm]
Socket Head Cap Screws (SHCS)
are designated by a number,
threads per inch, and a length. For
example, 4-40 x 3/4" [19mm]
• When you see the term test fi t in the instructions,
it means that you should fi rst position the part on
the assembly without using any glue, then slightly
modify or custom fi t the part as necessary for the
best fi t.
• Whenever the term glue is written you should rely upon
your experience to decide what type of glue to use.
When a specifi c type of adhesive works best for that
step, the instructions will make a recommendation.
• Whenever just epoxy is specifi ed you may use
either 30-minute (or 45-minute) epoxy or 6-minute
epoxy. When 30-minute epoxy is specifi ed it is
highly recommended that you use only 30-minute
(or 45-minute) epoxy, because you will need the
working time and/or the additional strength.
• Photos and sketches are placed before the step they
refer to. Frequently you can study photos in following
steps to get another view of the same parts.
• The AT-6 is factory-covered with Top Flite MonoKote ®
fi lm. Should repairs ever be required, MonoKote can
be patched with additional MonoKote purchased
separately. MonoKote is packaged in six-foot rolls,
but some hobby shops also sell it by the foot. If only a
small piece of MonoKote is needed for a minor patch,
perhaps a fellow modeler would give you some.
MonoKote is applied with a model airplane covering
iron, but in an emergency a regular iron could be
used. A roll of MonoKote includes full instructions
for application. Following are the colors used on this
model and order numbers for six foot rolls.
Aluminum (TOPQ0205)
Black (TOPQ0208)
Cub Yellow (TOPQ0220)
Missile Red (TOPQ0201)
KIT INSPECTION
Before starting to build, 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 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.
Top Flite Product Support:
3002 N Apollo Drive Suite 1
Champaign, IL 61822
Telephone: (217) 398-8970
Fax: (217) 398-7721
E-mail: airsupport@top-fl ite.com
KIT CONTENTS
1. Right wing with aileron and fl ap
2. Left wing with aileron and fl ap
3. Joiner covers (2)
4. Horizontal stabilizer with elevators
5. Rudder
6. Tail wheel assembly
7. Fuselage
8. Wing center section with fl aps
9. Cowl
10. Main wheels (2)
11. Main retract assembly (2)
12. Fiberglass exhaust stack
13. Fuel tank
14. Engine mount halves (R&L)
15. Fiberglass dummy engine
16. Spinner
17. Cockpit fl oor
18. Fiberglass air scoops (2)
19. Pilots (2)
20. Turnover post
21. Canopy