Top Flite TOPA0708 - Manual (Page 25)

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17. Install the pilot bust (not included) in the cockpit.
You will need to use a block to raise the pilot.
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18. Insert the antenna mast into the slot in the top
of the fuselage.
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19. Glue the antenna mast cover to the fuselage. Do
not glue the antenna mast. To prevent damage during
transportation, the antenna mast is removable.
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20. Wash the canopy in warm water. Then, dry it
off. Place the canopy on the fuselage. Be certain it is
centered from side-to-side and mark the outline on the
fuselage. Use a T-pin to prick holes in the covering or
trim and remove the covering, just inside the outline.
Use canopy glue to attach the canopy on the fuselage.
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21. Use epoxy to glue the two cannon muzzle covers
on the leading edge of the wing.
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22. Apply a drop of threadlocker to the threads of
the cannons. Thread the cannons into the leading edge
of the wing.
APPLY THE DECALS
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1. The decals are die-cut from the factory.
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2. Be certain the model is clean and free from oily
fi ngerprints and dust. Prepare a dishpan or small bucket
with a mixture of liquid dish soap and warm water—about
1/2 teaspoon of soap per gallon of water. Submerse
one of the decals in the solution and peel off the paper
backing. Note: Even though the decals have a “sticky-
back” and are not the water transfer type, submersing
them in soap & water allows accurate positioning and
reduces air bubbles underneath.
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3. Position decal on the model where desired. Holding
the decal down, use a paper towel to wipe most of the
water away.
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4. Use a piece of soft balsa or something similar to
squeegee remaining water from under the decal. Apply
the rest of the decals the same way.
Please use the following pictures and box top as a guide
for the decal placement.