Top-flite TOPA1005 User Manual

WARRANTY...Top Flite®Models guarantees this kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of purchase. This warrantydoes

❏ 3. Remove the belly pan from the bottom of thefuselage. Temporarily bolt the wing to the fuselagewith two 4-40 x 1-1/2" [38mm] screws and #4was

❏ 5. Cut the covering from the fuselage over theslots for the stab and fin.❏ 6. Slide the stab into position. For now, center thestab in the fuselage

Make the Elevator Pushrod❏ 1. Make the elevator pushrod by cutting a 4-40 x17-1/2" [445mm] threaded one-end pushrod to alength of 13" [330mm

❏ 2. Add a bead of RTV silicone to the bottom of theengine mount rails where the fuel tank will contactthem, and then install the tank. Be certain the

❏ 5. Using the same technique you used whenmarking, cutting and removing the covering from thewing and stabilizer, cut and remove the coveringfrom the

❏ 3. Remove the engine. Drill 1/8" [3.2mm] holes atthe marks. Mount the engine to the mount with four4-40 x 1" [25mm] SHCS (socket head cap

❏ 8. Cut the hole for the muffler. Start by making thehole small, and then enlarge it until the muffler canbe mounted.❏ 9. Mount the needle valve and

FINAL DETAILSMount the Canopy ❏ 1. Be certain that the flaps are centered when theelevators are centered. Also be certain that all thepushrods are con

1/8" wide tape to accurately mark the recommendedC.G. (center of gravity, or “balance point”) on thebottom of the wing 2-1/2" [65mm] back fr

Control CheckWith the lines connected to the leadouts and yourassistant holding the model, operate the controls tomake sure they move smoothly. If any

TABLE OF CONTENTSINTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . 2ENGINE & LINE R

❏ 4. Add a drop of oil to the axles so the wheels willturn freely.❏ 5. Make sure all hinges are securely gluedin place.❏ 6. Use thin CA to harden the

While the pilot is holding the lines, the assistantshould walk the model once around the circle to becertain the flight path is clear and to double-ch

when they become more experienced, wristmovement may be increased to increase controlresponse. All control inputs should be smooth.Continue flying the

- 23 -AMA STUNT MANEUVERSHere are some of the AMA Stunt Maneuvers. Referto the AMA Rule Book for full descriptions.TakeoffReverse WingoversConsecutive

FLAP PUSHRODTEMPLATEFLIGHT LOGDATE COMMENTSStarted ConstructionFinished ConstructionFirst FlightFirst LoopFirst Inverted FlightFirst Wingover

9. WARNING: The cowl included in this kit is made offiberglass, the fibers of which may cause eye, skin andrespiratory tract irritation. Never blow in

Optional Supplies & ToolsThese are some of the items used while building theNobler that are not absolutely necessary, but arementioned in the manu

- 5 -PARTS PHOTOGRAPHED1. Flaps2. Wing3. Horizontal Stabilizer withElevators4. Fuselage5. Belly Pan6. Vertical Stabilizer (Fin) withRudder7. Fiberglas

IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES•There are two types of screws used in this kit:Sheet metal screws are designated by a numberand a length.For example #6 x 3/4

❏ 6. Test fit the hinges in the hinge slots in the wingand flaps. If necessary, use a hobby knife or a smallrazor saw blade to enlarge any hinge slots

❏ 3. Test fit one of the metal clevises in the holes inboth control horns on both joiner wires.If the clevispins don’t go in, enlarge the holes in the

❏ 3. Mix a small batch of 30-minute epoxy. Use athin, metal ruler or something similar to force epoxyinto the hinge slots in one of the flaps and in t