PIPER PA-22 Radio control model
Piper PA-22 Tri-Pacer · Avionics Manual
Overview
This document serves as an instruction manual for the Piper PA-22 Tri-Pacer radio-controlled model. It provides detailed specifications, assembly instructions, and safety warnings for users. The manual is designed for advanced model builders and pilots, emphasizing the importance of careful assembly and operation to avoid accidents. It includes technical data, recommended components, and guidelines for ensuring the model's performance and safety during flight.
- Wingspan: 63.7 in (1620 mm)
- Length: 49.2 in (1250 mm)
- Power options: Brushless electric motor or .46/.52 cu.in glow engine
- Minimum 6-channel radio system required
- Safety warning: Not a toy, requires experienced handling
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Originally published by www.vqmodel.com. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
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- Avionics Manual
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- 14
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- 1.1 MB
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- www.vqmodel.com
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In this document
Specifications
The Piper PA-22 model features a wingspan of 63.7 inches (1620 mm) and a length of 49.2 inches (1250 mm). It can be powered by a brushless electric motor or a glow engine with options of .46 cu.in (7.5 cc) for 2-stroke or .52 cu.in (8.5 cc) for 4-stroke engines. The recommended radio system is a minimum of 6 channels with 6-7 servos.
Assembly Instructions
The manual provides step-by-step assembly instructions, including drilling specifications and glue types. For instance, it specifies using 1.5 mm drill bits for certain holes and recommends CA glue for securing parts. It emphasizes ensuring that all moving parts operate freely and without binding.
Safety Warnings
The manual contains critical safety warnings, including that the model is not a toy and should only be operated by experienced pilots. It advises ensuring the flying area is spacious and safe to prevent accidents.
Required Components
For operation, the model requires a minimum 6-channel radio system and 7 servos. Specific components such as propellers (11x8 for electric motors and 11x6 for glow engines) must be purchased separately.
Maintenance Tips
The manual advises storing the model in a cool, dry place to prevent the covering film from wrinkling due to temperature variations. It also suggests using a hair dryer on low heat to smooth out any wrinkles.
Safety notes
- This radio-controlled model is NOT a toy.
- Ensure the flying area is spacious and safe.
- Seek professional advice if inexperienced.
Full document text
PIPER PA-22 Radio control model R/C Flugmodell MONTAGEANLEITUNG Designed for brushless electric motors (.46-.52 class glow conversion optional) Entwickelt für Brushless Elektro Motoren (7,5 -8,5cc Glühzündermotor Einbau möglich) INSTRUCTION MANUAL SPECIFICATIONS Wingspan 63.7in. Length 49.2 in. Electric Motor (See next page) Glow Engine .46 2Stroke / .52 4-Stroke Radio 6 Channel / 6-7 Servos WARNING! This radio controlled model is NOT a toy. If modified or flown carelessly it could go out of controll and cause serious human injury or property damage. Before flying your airplane, ensure the air field is spacious enough. Always fly it outdoors in safe areas and seek professional advice if you are unexperienced. ACHTUNG! Dieses ferngesteuerte Modell ist KEIN Spielzeug! Es ist für fortgeschrittene Modellflugpiloten bestimmt, die ausreichende Erfahrung im Umgang mit derartigen Modellen besitzen Bei unsachgemäßer Verwendung kann hoher Personen- und/oder Sachschaden entstehen. Fragen Sie in einem Modellbauverein in Ihrer Nähe um professionelle Unterstützung, wenn Sie Hilfe im Bau und Betrieb benötigen. Der Zusammenbau dieses Modells ist durch die vielen Abbildungen selbsterklärend und ist für fortgeschrittene, erfahrene Modellbauer bestimmt. TECHNISCHE DATEN Spannweite 1620mm Lange 1250mm Elektroantrieb (siehe nächste Seite) Verbrennerantrieb 7.5cc 2-T / 8.5cc 4-T Fernsteuerung 5 Kanal / 4 -5 Servos Item No. 160006 TRI - PACER ......................................................... ......................................................... ......................................................... ......................................................... ......................................................... ......................................................... ......................................................... ......................................................... ......................................................... ......................................................... ......................................................... 1.5mm A B ! CA L/R Assemble left and right sides the same way. X Drill holes using the stated size of drill (in this case 1.5 mm Ø) Use epoxy glue Take particular care here Hatched-in areas: remove covering film carefully Not included. These parts must be purchased separately Check during assembly that these parts move freely, without binding Apply cyano glue SILICON EPOXY A EPOXY B CA Epoxy Glue (30 minutes type) Silicon Glue Cyanoacrylate Glue Sekundenkleber Epoxy-Klebstoff (30min) Minimum 6 channel radio for airplane / 7 servo Motor x1, rudder x1, elevator x1 aileron x2 (mini servo) Flap x2 (mini servo) .52 cu.in (8.5cc) Extension cord .46 cu.in. (7.5cc) REQUIRED FOR OPERATION (Purchase separately) Minimum 6 Kanal Fernsteuerung / 7 servo BENOTIGTE KOMPONENTEN (Nicht im Lieferumfang enthalten) Propeller 11x8 for electric motor / 11x6 for glow engine Luftschraube 11x8 fur Elektromotor / 11x6 fur Verbrennungsmotor Brushless Motor G-46HP Motor 5 Cell 4500mAh 13x8 Propeller Silikonkleber Tool Required/ Erfoderliches Werkzeug The pre-covered film on ARF kit may wrinkle due to variations of temperature. Store model in a cool and dry place for awile. Then, staring with low heat, you may carefully use a hair dryer to smooth out wrinkels. Die Bespannung des Modells kann durch Temeratureinflusse erschlaffen oder Falten werfen z.b bei zu starker Sonnenenstrahlung oder Hitze. Stellen Sie das Modell zunachst an einen kuhlen Platz fur eine bestimmte Zeit. Danach konnen Sie versuchen die restlichen Falten vorstichtig mit einem Haartrockner zu behandeln. ! Servoverlangerungskabel CONVERSION TABLE 1.0mm = 3/64” 1.5mm = 1/16” 2.0mm = 5/64” 2.5mm = 3/32” 3.0mm = 1/8” 4.0mm = 5/32” 5.0mm = 13/64” 6.0mm = 15/64” 10mm = 13/32” 12mm = 15/32” 15mm = 19/32” 20mm = 51/64” 25mm = 1” 30mm = 1-3/16” 45mm = 1-51/64” 112-114mm ! Align the mark on both mounts with the center mark on the fire-wall Securely attach the engine mount to the fire-wall using the four 4x25mm screws. Position the engine on the engine mount beams so the distance from the prop hub to the fire-wall is 112-114mm. Using a pencil, mark the engine mounting plate where the four holes are to be drilled. Note: Mark the mounting plate through the engine mounting flanges. FRONT VIEW A A Note the side thrust for motor! Sturz und Zug beachten! Reposition the engine on the mounting beams, aligning it with the holes drilled in Step 3. Insert one 3x25mm screw through each of the mounting holes. Apply Silicon to each of the 3x25mm screws and firmly secure the engine to the motor mount using four 3mm nut. Set the engine on the engine mounting beams. Adjust the spacing of the beams so they are centered in relation to the mounting plate and so they are almost touching both sides of the engine crankcase. 1 3.5mm B C Remove the engine and drill a 3.5mm hole through the beam at each of the four marks made in Step C. D E 2.5mm Drill the hole through the fire-wall for the plastic pushrod tube Note: It may be easier to temporarily remove the throttle arm from the engine to insert the Z bend of throttle push-rod. A Move the magnetic canopy out of the fuselage. Magnetic pieces Firewall 112 - 114mm B’ B B=B’ A A=A’ A’ ! Engine thrust on balk head is already adjust at factory Attach the aluminum motor mounting plate on to the motor and secure it in place with four screws ( included with motor set). Push the four 5x35mm bolts through the fire-wall as shown (5). Reposition the plywood motor mounting plate and secure it in place with twelve 5xmm nuts and washers (6). Note: B=B’(Side-view) and A=A’(Top-view) Using a plywood motor mounting plate as a template, mark the fire wall where the four holes are to be drilled . Motorspant TOP-VIEW / Draufsicht SIDE-VIEW / Seitenansicht Sturz und Zug beachten! Sperrholztrager Platten zusammenkleben, wie gezeigt ausrichten und Locher bohren. Motor nach untenstehendem Schema einbauen.
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Fur optimale Leistung empfehlen wir folgende Komponenten: -Brushless-Motor PICHLER BOOST 60 -Brushless Regler PICHLER XQ-70 -LiPO Akku LEMONRC 3700-5S -Luftschraube 12*6 - 13*8 For maximum performance, we recommended the following: -Brushless-Motor PICHLER BOOST 60 -Brushless Regler PICHLER XQ-70 -LiPO Battery LEMONRC 3700-5S -Propeller 12*6 - 13*8 X4 X16 X12 5x35 screw 5mm washer 5mm nut Remove the plywood motor mounting plate and drill a 13/64”(5mm) hole through the fire-wall at each of the four marks marked above. A B C D 2 5mm 13/64” E Cut away only the covering both side Remove the horizontal stabilizer from the fuselage. Using the sharp hobby knife, carefully cut away the covering inside the lines which were marked above. When you are satisfied with the alignment, use a pencil to trace around the top and bottom of the stabilizer where it meets the fuselage. 5A 5B * WARNING: When removing any covering from the airframe, please ensure that you secure the cut edge with CA or similar cement. This will ensure the covering remain tight. 5 85mm 4mm 85mm 4mm HORIZONTAL STABILIZER Cut two slots (3x7mm and 3mm deep) along the trailing edge of the horizontal stabilizer. 3 Full the elevator out of the horizontal stabilizer. Cut away only the film both side 4A 4B 4 TOP VIEW / Draufsicht TOP VIEW / Draufsicht ! Securely glue together If coming off during fly, you lose control of your air plane. Install the horizontal stabilizer into the fuselage and adust the alignment as described in steep 4B. Secure the horizontal stabilizer in place using CA glue. 6A B B’ B=B’ Aluminum wing joiner Apply a thin layer of machine oil or petroleum jelly to only the pivot point of the hinges on the elevator, then push the elevator and its hinges into the hinge slots in the trailing edge of the horizontal stabilizer. There should be a minimal hinge gap. When satisfied with the and alignment, hinge the elevator to the horizontal stabilizer using CA glue. Hinge Petroleum jelly STABILIZER 6B 6C Note: the hole on the center of the stabilizer must be coincidental with the center line of the fuselage. Control horn ...........2 Note: The slots for the control horn installation are pre- cut at factory. Cut away only the covering. 6 CA 7 10mm Cut a slots (3x7mm and through both the covering and balsa wood) along the trailing edge of the vertical stabilizer. CA FRONT-VIEW Cut away the covering where the vertical stabilizer meet the fuselage. Trial fit the vertical stabilizer in place. Check the alignment of the vertical stabilizer. If the parts will join, but with a gaps, sand or trim the parts a little at a time until the parts meet exactly with no gaps. When you are satisfied with the alignment, use a pencil to trace around the left and right of the stabilizer where it meets the fuselage. Remove the vertical stabilizer from the fuselage. Using the sharp hobby knife, carefully cut away the covering inside the lines which were marked above. Paper hinge CA Install the vertical stabilizer into the fuselage and adust the alignment. Secure the vertical stabilizer in place using CA glue. CA ! Securely glue together If coming off during fly, you lose control of your air plane. Cut away only the covering ............4 4X20mm screw Cut away only the covering * WARNING: When removing any covering from the airframe, please ensure that you secure the cut edge with CA or similar cement. This will ensure the covering remain tight. 9 8 10 3mm 11 ......4 3mm screw Aluminum landing gear Hauptfahrwerk 3mm screw 3mm screw ............2 4X40mm screw 4mm nut-washer 12 BOTTOM - VIEW / Unteransicht 4mm 4mm nut 4x40mm screw Aluminum landing gear X Must be purchase separetely Mark Slide the nose gear push rod through the nose gear control horn(4) With the screw hole facing forward, slide the nose gear control horn onto the straight end of the nose gear so the so the steering arm extends in the opposite direction of the nose gear axle (5) Securely attach the nose gear mount to the fire wall using the four 3x20mm screws (1) ............4 3x20mm screw 1/8x51/64” NOSE WHEEL NOSE WHEEL ARM NOSE WHEEL PUSHROD TOP-VIEW 1 2 3 4 5 Throttle pushrod FRONT TOP VIEW Servo tray Servo tray Elevator pushrod Elevator servo Rudder servo Throttle servo 13 14 5.mm NOSE WHEEL MOUNT (PLY) Nose gear pushrod Rudder pushrod 2.5x8mm screw ............3 2.mm 2.mm 2.mm 15 X To muffler Filler tube To engine 3x35mm screw Rubber stopper Checking for leaks - block the vents and blow into the feed - if in doubt submersing the tank in a blow of water will show up any problems. Blow Water 2 1 16 Akku Kiettband aus dem PICHLER Sortiment Best.Nr. C4739 Battery seat bell X Tipp Magnetic seating (front seating only) Magnetic piece. CA Aluminum tube L/R X X BOTTOM - VIEW / Unteransicht Cut here for standard servo 1.2mm O Alenk-Gestange Aileron extension cord Aileron pushrod Trial fit the control horn into the slot. If the parts will join, but with a gaps, sand or trim the parts a little at a time until the parts meet exactly with no gaps. B B’ B=B’ Aluminum tube 19 17 CA Plastic control horn Linkage Stopper set .....................4 .................4 Note: check the length (B=B’) of the aluminum tube with the fuselage before glue. CA 18 21 22 L/R Assemble left and right side the same way BOTTOM - VIEW / Unteransicht Cut away only the covering CA CA 20 3x10mm screw .........4 24 .........4 Cut away only the covering CA A B C C C Note: The hole on the surface of the top of the wing are pre-drilledat factory. 2.mm drill bit Aluminum tube inside 3x15mm screw TOP A B 3x15mm screw .........2 Secure the wing in place using 3x15mm screw. WRONG A B RIGHT 23 Note: The hole on the surface of the top of the wing are pre-drilledat factory. 3x10mm screw .........2 25 0.5mm dia. Cable ...1 roll 2mm metal tube .....................4 65 ~ 70mm 20mm 10mm Aileron Rudder 10mm 20mm Querruderausschlag 10mm 10mm Elevator Hohenruderausschlag Seitenruderausschlag Do not try to fly an out-of balance model! Uberprufen Sie vor dem Flug den Schwerpunkt. IMPORTANT: Please do not clean your model with pure alcohol, only use liquid soap with water or use glass cleaner to clean on surface of your model to keep the colour not fade. All details are subject to change without notice ! Technische Anderungen und Irrtumer vorbehalten ! WARNING ! Do not put in a large-than recommended engine. A bigger engine does not necessarily mean better performance. 26 Flap 15mm
What's in the Piper PA-22 Tri-Pacer TCDS
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