EDGE Tech Edge 540 specifications Introduction, Additional Items Required, Tools & Supplies Needed

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EDGE 540.

Instruction Manual.

 

 

INTRODUCTION.

Thank you for choosing the EDGE 540 ARTF by SEAGULL MODELS. The EDGE 540 was designed with the intermediate/advanced sport flyer in mind. It is a semi scale airplane which is easy to fly and quick to assemble. The airframe is conventionally built using balsa, plywood to make it stronger than the average ARTF , yet the design allows the aeroplane to be kept light. You will find that most of the work has been done for you already.Flying the EDGE 540 is simply a joy.

This instruction manual is designed to help you build a great flying aeroplane. Please read this manual thoroughly before starting assembly of your EDGE 540. Use the parts listing below to identify all parts.

WARNING.

Please be aware that this aeroplane is not a toy and if assembled or used incorrectly it is capable of causing injury to people or property. WHEN YOU FLY THIS AEROPLANE YOU ASSUME ALL RISK & RESPONSIBILITY.

If you are inexperienced with basic R/C flight we strongly recommend you contact your R/C supplier and join your local R/C Model Flying Club. R/C Model Flying Clubs offer a variety of training procedures designed to help the new pilot on his way to successful R/C flight. They will also be able to advise on any insurance and safety regulations that may apply.

ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED.

.61- .91 2-stroke engine.

.91-1.00 4-stroke engine. Computer radio with six digital servos.

Glow plug to suit engine. Propeller to suit engine. Protective foam rubber for radio system.

Silicone fuel line.

TOOLS & SUPPLIES NEEDED.

Thick cyanoacrylate glue.

30 minute epoxy.

5 minute epoxy. Hand or electric drill. Assorted drill bits. Modelling knife. Straight edge ruler. 2mm ball driver.

Phillips head screwdriver.

220 grit sandpaper.

90° square or builder’s triangle. Wire cutters.

Masking tape & T-pins. Thread-lock.

Paper towels.

PARTS LISTING.

FUSELAGE ASSEMBLY

(1) Fuselage.

(1)Canopy hatch.

WING ASSEMBLY

(1)Right wing half with pre-installed aileron.

(1)Left wing half with pre-installed aileron.

(1)Aluminium dihedral brace.

Tail section assembly

(1)Horizontal stabilizer with pre- installed elevator halves.

(1)Vertical stabilizer with pre- installed rudder.

Some more parts.

HARDWARE PACK

COWLING

Landing gear.....

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Contents Edge Additional Items Required Parts ListingIntroduction Tools & Supplies NeededEdge Hinging the Ailerons Hinging the Elevators Hinging the Rudder Installing the Aileron Servos Aileron Linkage Servo arm Fuel Tank Installing the BatteryEngine Mount Mounting the Engine Wheel and Wheel Pants Follow diagram below for wheel pant installation Installing the Main Landing Gear CowlingInstalling the Spinner Elevator Rudder Servo Installation Horizontal StabilizerVertical Stabilizer Installation Control Horn Installation ELEVATOR-RUDDER Pushrod Installation Mounting the Control Clasp Installing Tail Strut SystemMounting the Tail Wheel Bracket Throttle Servo Installation Installing the SwitchInstalling the Fuselage Servo Installing the Receiver Control Throws Attachment WING-FUSELAGEBalancing Flight Preparation Preflight CheckEdge Edge