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Hangar 9 33% Pawnee 80cc ARF
WARNING
: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to
become familiar with the features of the product before
operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result
in damage to the product, personal property and cause
serious injury.
This is a sophisticated hobby product and NOT a toy. It must
be operated with caution and common sense and requires
some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product
in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or
damage to the product or other property. This product is not
intended for use by children without direct adult supervision.
Do not attempt disassembly, use with incompatible
components or augment product in any way without the
approval of Horizon Hobby, Inc. This manual contains
instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is
essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings
in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to
operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Hangar 9 33%
Pawnee 80cc. As of right now, all that stands between you
and your first flight is a weekend’s worth of final assembly.
This aircraft builds fast and easy with no complicated
building techniques required.
We sincerely hope you have as much fun with the Pawnee as
we did testing it. If you get a chance, let us know how your
experience was by visiting Hangar-9.com and clicking on the
“Contact Us” section. We look forward to hearing from you.
Happy flying,
The Hangar 9 Team
Product Support
For technical assistance with this product, please contact the
appropriate Horizon Product Support office. See warranty for
more information.
Specifications
Wingspan
130.0 in (3.30m)
Length
94.0 in (2.40m)
Wing Area
2616 sq in (168.7 sq dm)
Weight
34–38 lb (15.5–17.25 kg)
Radio
6-channel (or greater) with 8 servos
Engine
2-stroke gas, 60cc–100cc
Spinner size:
3
3
/
4
-inch (95mm)
Notice
All instructions, warranties and other collateral
documents are subject to change at the sole discretion
of Horizon Hobby, Inc. For up-to-date product
literature, visit http://www.horizonhobby.com and click
on the support tab for this product.
Meaning of Special Language
The following terms are used throughout the product
literature to indicate various levels of potential harm
when operating this product:
NOTICE
: Procedures, which if not properly followed,
create a possibility of physical property damage AND
little or no possibility of injury.
CAUTION
: Procedures, which if not properly followed,
create the probability of physical property damage AND
a possibility of serious injury.
WARNING
: Procedures, which if not properly
followed, create the probability of property damage,
collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high
probability of superficial injury.
Table of Contents
Notice ................................................................................2
Meaning of Special Language ...........................................2
Introduction ......................................................................2
Product Support ...............................................................2
Specifications ....................................................................2
Contents of Kit and Parts Listing ......................................3
Safety Precautions and Warnings .....................................3
Important Information Regarding Warranty ......................4
Using the Manual ..............................................................4
UltraCote Covering Colors ................................................4
Recommended Engine ......................................................4
Transmitter Requirements.................................................4
Radio Equipment Requirements .......................................4
Required Tools ..................................................................4
Required Adhesives ..........................................................4
Field Equipment Required .................................................4
Optional Field Equipment ..................................................5
Before Starting Assembly .................................................5
Binding the Radio System ................................................5
Aileron and Flap Servo Installation ...................................5
Wing Strut Installation ....................................................10
Rudder and Elevator Servo Installation ...........................12
Landing Gear Installation ................................................15
Stabilizer Installation .......................................................17
Elevator Linkage Installation ...........................................19
Tail Wheel Installation .....................................................20
Tail Strut Installation .......................................................20
Rudder Preparation .........................................................21
Rudder Installation ..........................................................23
Engine and Cowling Installation ......................................24
Receiver and Switch Harness Installation .......................27
Wing Installation .............................................................28
Center of Gravity .............................................................30
Control Throws ...............................................................30
Preflight ..........................................................................31
Range Test Your Radio ...................................................31
Safety Do’s and Don’ts for Pilots ....................................32
Daily Flight Checks ..........................................................32
Flying the Hangar 9 33% Pawnee 80cc ARF. ..................32
Limited Warranty ............................................................33
Warranty Services ...........................................................33
Compliance Information for the European Union ............34
Academy of Model Aeronautics
National Model Aircraft Safety Code ........................35
