Summary of Pulse XT 25e ARF
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Pulse xt 25e arf assembly manual.
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Table of contents introduction............................................................................................. 2 specifications.......................................................................................... 2 using this manual.....................................................
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Using this manual this manual is divided into sections to make assembly of the model easier to understand and to provide breaks between each major section. In addition, check boxes have been placed next to each step to keep track of each step completed. Steps with a single circle (Ο) are performed o...
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Required equipment radio you will need a minimum of a 4-channel radio for this model. A complete radio system can be purchased or, if you have a suitable transmitter, just the airborne components will be required. Complete system spektrum dx6i 2.4ghz dsm2 radio system spm6600 (4) jr sport™ mn48 mini...
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Landing gear assembly and installation required parts: fuselage main landing gear (wheels installed) wheel pants (2) 6-32 x 1/2" socket head bolts (2) #6 steel washers (4) #2 x 3/8” sheet metal screws required tools and adhesives: 7/64” balldriver thin ca dremel rotary tool w/ cutoff wheel #0 philip...
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6 Ο Ο 4. Using a 1/16 in (1.5mm) drill bit in a pin drill, drill two holes where marked on the wheel pant. Apply a drop of thin ca in each hole to strengthen the wood. Ο Ο 5. Using a #0 philips screwdriver, install the wheel pant on the landing gear with two #2 x 1/2” sheet metal screws. An accurate...
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Ο 2. Slide the vertical stabilizer into place. It will be necessary to deflect the rudder to the right in order for the rudder horn to clear the elevator. The 4-40 rods will pass through the horizontal stabilizer and the fuselage. The forward end of the vertical stabilizer assembly will slide over t...
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8 fuselage servo installation required items (2) servos and hardware (2) 23 5/8” rudder and elevator pushrods (2) nylon clevises and silicone keepers (2) pushrod keepers fuselage radio system (tx, rx, battery) jr matchmaker (optional) required tools 1/16 in (1.5mm) drill bit #1 philips screwdriver p...
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Ο Ο 4. Remove the servo arm using a #1 philips screwdriver. Using sidecutters, trim three of the arms from a standard four arm servo horn, leaving one long arm. Drill a 5/64 in (2mm) hole in the outermost hole using a pin drill. Center the servo using a jr matchmaker or your radio system, and instal...
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10 Ο Ο 6. Attach the clevises to the control horn on the elevator at the third hole from the mounting surface, and on the rudder at the second hole from the mounting surface. Do not install the silicone keepers at this time. We will do that later in construction on page 27. Ο Ο 7. With the control s...
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Receiver installation required parts fuselage spektrum ar6200 receiver adhesive backed hook and loop tape Ο 1. Install the main and satellite receiver in the fuselage as shown with adhesive backed hook and loop tape. An alternate location for the satellite receiver is also shown. The rudder and elev...
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12 Ο 2. Using a 3/32” balldriver, install the motor on the firewall with four 4-40 x 1/2" socket head bolts. The motor wires should exit towards the bottom of the fuselage. You may use threadlock to prevent these screws from vibrating loose in flight. Ο 3. Remove the battery hatch by sliding it forw...
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Motor and battery installation e-flite power 32 required parts e-flite power 32 motor with hardware e-flite 60a esc e-flite battery propeller (4) 4-40 x 3/4" socket head bolts adhesive backed hook and loop tape (2) hook and loop straps (4) 4mm aluminum motor mount spacers required tools 3/32” balldr...
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14 Ο 5. Install the esc on the right-hand side of the battery compartment with hook and loop tape. The battery leads, switch leads and throttle leads will be towards the rear of the model. Connect the esc to the motor. Ο 4. Install the battery with two hook and loop straps. Slots are provided on the...
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Cowling, propeller and spinner installation required parts fuselage cowling (4) 4-40 x 1/4" socket head bolts (4) #4 steel washers spinner with screws propeller propeller adapter (supplied with motor) required tools 3/32” balldriver #1 philips screwdriver tapered reamer dremel rotary tool with high ...
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16 Ο 4. Install the spinner cone using a #1 philips screwdriver and the supplied philips head screws. An alternate method to drilling completely through the spinner backplate is to grind only the relief necessary to clear the propeller adapter hub.This can be done by hand using a straight cutter in ...
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Wing joining required parts wing halves (l and r) (2) dihedral joiners (2) leading edge dowels (2) 6-32 x 1” socket head bolts (2) #6 steel washers required tools and adhesives low-tack tape 12-minute epoxy clear tape 7/64” balldriver mixing cups mixing sticks rubbing alcohol paper towels Ο Ο 1. Ins...
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18 Ο 4. Apply low-tack tape to the upper and lower surfaces of the center of the wing panels as shown. This will allow for easy clean up of any excess glue and make for a clean joint. Ο 5. Apply a piece of clear tape to the front and rear wing saddle area where the wing leading and trailing edges wi...
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Ο 8. Install the dihedral joiners in one wing slot and slide the other wing panel onto the joiner. Wipe off any excess epoxy that squeezes out of the joint with rubbing alcohol and a paper towel. Using a 7/64” balldriver, install the wing on the fuselage with two 6-32” x 1” socket head bolts. Tighte...
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20 Ο 2. A string is provided in each wing half to draw the aileron lead through the wing. Attach the end of the string to the aileron servo lead and pull it carefully through the wing to the center. Once both leads have been pulled through, they can be secured to each other with tape to prevent them...
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Ο Ο 7. Prepare each of the 4-3/4” long aileron pushrods with a clevis and silicone keeper. Ο Ο 8. Center the aileron servo using your radio or jr matchmaker. Attach the clevis to the aileron horn at the third hole from the surface and mark the length at the servo arm. Bend the pushrod up (away from ...
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22 canopy and cooling exit scoop required parts fuselage canopy cooling exit scoop required tools and adhesives low-tack tape canopy glue Ο 1. Trial fit the canopy on the fuselage. Once satisfied with its location, apply glue to the inside of the canopy at the areas of the painted frame, and install...
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Optional float installation. Required parts: e-flite fiberglass 25-size float set sullivan 36” flex cable pulse xt 25e (assembled) (4) 1/8” float mount spacers (included in pulse kit) required tools and adhesives: #1 philips screwdriver sidecutters 7/64 in balldriver 5/64 in (2mm) drill bit 1.5mm al...
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24 Ο Ο 4. Use a file or rotary tool to make a 1/4” wide flat on the top of each of the four axles. The flat should be located approximately 9/16” (14mm) outboard of the hexagonal axle base. Ο Ο 5. Attach the floats using four 5/32” wheel collars and four 3mm setscrews using the 1.5mm allen wrench pr...
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Ο 7. Install the rudder assembly, steering arm and pushrod connector on the nylon bracket. Refer to pages 12 and 13 in the float set assembly manual for guidance. The pushrod connector will go in the hole closest to the rudder post. Ο 8. Install a pushrod connector on the outermost hole in the rudde...
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26 Ο 11. Use the two remaining full brass straps to attach the pushrod tube to the left side of the pulse fuselage. Locate the straps as shown in the picture below using the following dimensions as a guide. There are fuselage frames at these locations; ensure that the screws are located in the cente...
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Flight preparation control directions 1. Connect the throttle lead from the esc to the receiver. 2. Connect the wing servos to the receiver with two 3” extension leads (jsp98100) if using the dual aileron function in your transmitter, otherwise use a y-harness (jsp98020). Attach the wing to the mode...
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28 center of gravity (cg) the recommended center of gravity range for the pulse xt 25e is 2.5 - 3.0” (63 - 76mm) behind the leading edge of the wing. Before making this measurement ensure that the model is in a ready-to-fly state, with all components in place including batteries, hatches and radio e...
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Optional items 25-size float set e-flite quick-mount floats are designed specifically for 25-size airplanes that are float-ready out of the box, so you can go from pavement to pond in just minutes. These floats are constructed of durable fiberglass, and are pre- painted. A pre-assembled water rudder...
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30 e-flite power meter the e-flite power meter is designed for inline monitoring of volts, amps, watts, and capacity, based on the mode you select to display on the digital lcd screen. For pilots who fly any electric airplanes and desire to accurately set up their airplanes for maximum performance, ...
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Lithium polymer battery pack information lithium polymer (lipo) batteries are significantly more volatile than other rechargeable batteries used in rc applications. Failure to read and follow these instructions and safety precautions may result in fire, personal injury and damage to property. E-flit...
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32 crash damage if there are signs of smoke or overheating, do not go near the battery or equipment until it has been observed from a safe distance for at least 15 minutes. Once it is safe, remove the battery and check for damage. Dispose of damaged batteries appropriately. Swollen batteries immedia...
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Ama national model aircraft safety code general 1. A model aircraft shall be defined as a non-human-carrying device capable of sustained flight in the atmosphere. It shall not exceed limitations established in this code and is intended to be used exclusively for recreational or competition activity....
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Warranty period: exclusive warranty- horizon hobby, inc., (horizon) warranties that the products purchased (the "product") will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase by the purchaser. Limited warranty (a) this warranty is limited to the original purchaser ("purcha...
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Inspection or repairs if this product needs to be inspected or repaired, please call for a return merchandise authorization (rma). Pack the product securely using a shipping carton. Please note that original boxes may be included, but are not designed to withstand the rigors of shipping without addi...
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