KAVAN Strike DLG - Instruction manual
Introduction
Precautions
This R/C model is not a toy. Use it with care and strictly following the instructions in this manual.
Assemble this model following strictly these instructions. DO NOT modify or alter the model. Failure to do so, the warranty will lapse automatically. Follow the instructions in order to obtain a safe and solid model at the end of the assembly.
Children under the age of 14 must operate the model under the supervision of an adult. Assure that the model is in perfect condition before every flight, taking care that all the equipment works correctly and that the model is undamaged in its structure.
Fly only on days with a light breeze and in a safe place away from any obstacles.
| Wingspan | 1096 mm |
| Length | 880 mm |
| All-up weight | 180 g |
| Wing section | YA 0801 |
| CG position | 65–70 mm |
| Controls | Rudder, elevator |
Recommended RC equipment
- Rudder and elevator servo: KAVAN GO-6MG 2×
- Receiver battery: 1S LiPo 3.7 V 450–500 mAh
Recommended glues
Unless stated otherwise, use medium cyanoacrylate (CA) glue (#KAV56.9952 KAVAN CA Medium). Wing sheeting is better to be glued using a water-resistant white aliphatic resin, like our KAV56.9960 KAVAN White Glue (alternatively, you can use this sort of glue for most wood-to-wood joints). The highly loaded parts (wing roots, fuselage formers etc.) should be glued together using 30-minute (or slower) epoxy (like KAV56.9967 Epoxy 30min) offering high strength and enough time for the correct positioning.
Tools and Accessories
- Very sharp modeller’s knife (e.g. #KAV66.770 with No. 11 blades)
- Scissors
- Electric drill with drill bits
- Wire cutter
- Long nose pliers
- Screwdrivers
- Razor saw
- Sandpaper No. 100–120, 180–220, 360–400
- Needle files
- Soldering iron and solder
- Clothing pegs
- Modeller’s pins
- Epoxy mixing stick and vessel
- Masking tape, clear sticky tape
- Rubbing alcohol (for cleaning up excessive epoxy)
- Paper tissue or soft cloth (for cleaning up excessive epoxy)
- Straightedge with scale
- Square edge
- Thin clear plastic film (for protecting the building plan)
- Permanent marker
- Modeller’s sealing iron, heat gun (for covering)
- Lightweight balsa filler
- Hot melt glue gun & hot melt glue
Warning
This RC model you will build and fly is not a toy! Although it may seem light and slow in flight, it is capable of serious bodily harm and property damage. It is your responsibility and yours alone - to build this model correctly, properly install RC equipment and motor, test the model and fly following all safety standards (and common sense), as set down in Safety Codes valid in your country. If you are just starting RC modelling, consult your local hobby shop or an experienced modeller in your local RC club to find a good instructor.
Precautions
You must build the model according to the instructions. Do not alter or modify the model, as doing so may result in an unsafe or unflyable model. Take time to build straight, true and strong. Use proper radio and other equipment that is in first-class condition, properly install all the components and test their correct operation before the first and any further flight. Fly the model only with competent help from a well-experienced modeller if you are not already an experienced RC pilot yourself.
Model assembly
Tail Surfaces
- Trial fit the parts of the horizontal stabilizer, elevator, fin and rudder – no glue yet! Sand as necessary to obtain a perfect fit. (Fig. 1 + 2)
- Roughen the surface of the 3×0.5 mm R3 carbon spar using No. 120 sandpaper and glue it with medium CA to the trailing edge of the fin R1.
- Glue the T3 reinforcement plate into the horizontal stabilizer T1. Once the glue has cured sand it flush with the stabilizer.
- Sand the entire surface of the horizontal stabilizer, elevator, fin and rudder with No. 120–150 sandpaper; round the outer edges.
- Put the tail surfaces aside for now; they will be finished after the tailplane seat is installed to the tail boom.