Top Flite TOPA0704 - Manual (Page 3)

3
other written documentation of color must be provided.
Contact the AMA for a rule book with full details.
If you would like photos of the full-size Corsair for scale
documentation, or if you would like to study the photos to
add more scale details, photo packs are available from:
Bob’s Aircraft Documentation
3114 Yukon Ave Ph: (714) 979-8058
Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Fax: (714) 979-7279
e-mail: www.bobsairdoc.com
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
PROTECT YOUR MODEL, YOURSELF AND
OTHERS... FOLLOW THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
1. Your Corsair should not be considered a toy, but rather
a sophisticated, working model that functions very much
like a full-size airplane. Because of its performance
capabilities, the Corsair, if not assembled and operated
correctly, could possibly cause injury to yourself or
spectators and damage to property.
2. You must assemble the model according to the
instructions . Do not alter or modify the model, as
doing so may result in an unsafe or unfl yable model.
In a few cases the instructions may differ slightly from
the photos. In those instances the written instructions
should be considered as correct.
3. You must take time to build straight, true and strong .
4. You must use an R/C radio system that is in good
condition, a correctly sized engine, and other components
as specifi ed in this instruction manual. All components
must be correctly installed so that the model operates
correctly on the ground and in the air. You must check
the operation of the model and all components before
every fl ight.
5. If you are not an experienced pilot or have not fl own
this type of model before, we recommend that you get
the assistance of an experienced pilot in your R/C club
for your fi rst fl ights. If you’re not a member of a club, your
local hobby shop has information about clubs in your
area whose membership includes experienced pilots.
6. While this kit has been fl ight tested to exceed normal
use, if the plane will be used for extremely high stress
fl ying, such as racing, or if an engine larger than one
in the recommended range is used, the modeler is
responsible for taking steps to reinforce the high stress
points and/or substituting hardware more suitable for
the increased stress.
7. WARNING: The cowl and other misc. parts included
in this kit are made of fi berglass, the fi bers of which may
cause eye, skin and respiratory tract irritation. Never blow
into a part to remove fi berglass dust, as the dust will
blow back into your eyes. Always wear safety goggles, a
particle mask and rubber gloves when grinding, drilling
and sanding fi berglass parts. Vacuum the parts and the
work area thoroughly after working with fi berglass parts.
We, as the kit manufacturer, provide you with a top
quality, thoroughly tested kit and instructions, but
ultimately the quality and fl yability of your fi nished
model depends on how you build it; therefore, we
cannot in any way guarantee the performance of
your completed model, and no representations are
expressed or implied as to the performance or safety
of your completed model.
REMEMBER: Take your time and follow the
instructions to end up with a well-built model that
is straight and true.
DECISIONS YOU MUST MAKE
This is a partial list of items required to fi nish the
Corsair that may require planning or decision making
before starting to build. Order numbers are provided
in parentheses.
RADIO EQUIPMENT
The radio equipment and number of channels required
to fl y the Top Flite Giant Corsair ARF depends on the
capabilities of your transmitter and how the servos will
be connected.
The Giant Corsair ARF requires a servo to operate the
air control valve, throttle servo, two fl ap servos, two
aileron servos, two elevator servos and a rudder servo.
Servos with a minimum of 99 oz-in of torque are required
for operating the elevators, rudder, ailerons and fl aps.
We recommend that metal geared servos also be used.
Standard servos may be used for the throttle and choke
(the servo operated choke is optional) and a standard
servo is required to operate the retract air valve. The
following items were used in the testing of this model.
❍ Futaba ® S3305 (FUTM0045) servos were used
on all of the control surfaces as well as the tail
wheel steering.
❍ Futaba S3304 (FUTM0027) servos were used on
the throttle, choke (optional) and the retract valve.
❍ Futaba R6014HS (FUTL7645) 14-channel 2.4 GHz
FASST ™ Receiver. (A 7-channel receiver is the
minimum number of channels you may use. This will
not allow for the use of the optional choke servo).
A receiver battery with a minimum of 1,000 mAh is
recommended. 3,000mAh would be optimal for fl ying
the Giant Corsair ARF. The battery voltage should
be checked before every fl ight to be certain it has
enough “charge”.
In addition to the servos, the following items (or similar
items) are also required. The following items were used
in the testing of this model. The order numbers shown
in parentheses are for Futaba servos.
NOTE: The length and quantity of servo extensions and
Y-connectors may vary depending on the brand of radio
you are using and the radio installation.
❍ 4 - 24" [610mm] Pro Series Heavy Duty Servo
Extensions (HCAM2721) for the ailerons and fl aps
❍ 2 - 6" [152mm] Pro Series Heavy Duty Servo
Extensions (HCAM2701)
Depending on your choice of receiver and the
number of channels you will be using you may have
to use a “Y” harnesses on the aileron, flaps and
elevator. (FUTM4130)
❍ 1500mAh NiCd receiver battery or equivalent
(FUTM1285).
❍ 2 - Heavy duty switch harness (FUTM4385).
❍ 2 - Earnst Charge Receptacle (ERNM3001).
❍ 2 -1" Servo arms (FUTM2120)