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87” Y

87” Y

ak 54 ARF 

ak 54 ARF 

WARNING

A radio-controlled model is not a toy and is not intended for persons under 16 years old.  Keep

this kit out of the reach of younger children, as it contains parts that could be dangerous.  A radio-

controlled model is capable of causing serious bodily injury and property damage.  It is the buyer's

responsibility to assemble this aircraft correctly and to properly install the motor, radio, and all other

equipment. Test and fly the finished model only in the presence and with the assistance of another

experienced R/C flyer.  The model must always be operated and flown using great care and common

sense, as well as in accordance with the Safety Code of the Academy of Model Aeronautics (5151

Memorial Drive, Muncie, IN 47302, 1-800-435-9262).  We suggest you join the AMA and become prop-

erly insured prior to flying this model.  Also, consult with the AMA or your local hobby dealer to find an

experienced instructor in your area.  Per the Federal Communications Commission, you are required

to use only those radio frequencies specified "for Model Aircraft."

LIMITED WARRANTY

Lanier RC has inspected and certified the components of this aircraft.  The company urges the buyer to perform his own inspec-

tion, prior to assembly, and to immediately request a replacement of any parts he believes to be defective for their intended use.

The company warrants replacement of any such components, provided the buyer requests such replacement within a period of

3

0 days from the date of purchase and provided the defective part is returned, if so requested by the company. 

No other warranty, expressed or implied, is made by the company with respect to this kit.  The buyer acknowledges and under-

stands that it is his responsibility to carefully assemble the finished flying model airplane and to fly it safely.  The buyer hereby

assumes full responsibility for the risk and all liability for personal or property damage or injury arising out of the buyer's use of the

components of this kit.

©copyright 2005

Lanier R/C, INC. P.O. Box 458 Oakwood, Ga. 30566 PH 770 532 6401

© copyright 2005 Lanier R/C

Summary of Contents for MARINER 40 MK II ARF

Page 1: ...area Per the Federal Communications Commission you are required to use only those radio frequencies specified for Model Aircraft LIMITED WARRANTY Lanier RC has inspected and certified the components...

Page 2: ...ays wing hold down blocks Firewall etc Also during the course of shipping from the manufacturer to our facility in the United States it is not uncommon for the aircraft to experience several changes i...

Page 3: ...CONSTRUCTION TIPS IMPORTANT ALWAYS READ A FEW STEPS AHEAD This will alert you to coming instructions and will help you plan accordingly COVERING The 87 Yak 54 ARF is covered in a premium polyester fi...

Page 4: ...liberal amount of 30 minute epoxy Working with 1 hinge at a time place a dab of epoxy and insert the hinge half way into one of the aileron holes Repeat for each of the other hinges for that aileron...

Page 5: ...the end of the plug to the root rib Mount the inner aileron servo into the wing Aileron 6 Pull the second servo wire out of the wing root rib Plug the two aileron servos into a Y harness Always tape...

Page 6: ...Look for the control horn hard point under the cov ering This is the location for the control horn 5 Thread the 4 40 x 3 1 4 double threaded rod into the nylon adjustable control horn Place a 4 40 hex...

Page 7: ...fuselage side Note Always use thread lock on these screws before flying 3 Repeat for the other side of the stabilizer TAIL WHEEL ASSEMBLY 1 Collect the following items 2 Springs 4 1 8 Adjustable Horn...

Page 8: ...hinge line Drill two 1 16 holes on the marks you just made Use thin CA glue to harden the holes Using the 4 x 3 4 philip head screws mount the tail wheel bracket 3 Install the tail wheel and the whee...

Page 9: ...ottom of the rudder Insert the 6 32 x 5 1 2 all threaded rod and center it using the 6 washer with a 6 32 lock ing hex nut 3 Place on both ends of the threaded rod a Nylon Adjustable Control Horn Plac...

Page 10: ...Clevis Clips 2 Nylon Adjustable Control Horn 2 Nylon Adjustable Horn Bracket 2 Nylon Nut 2 Nylon Cup Washer 2 6 32 x 3 Flat Head Screw RUDDER PUSHROD 1 Collect the following items 2 4 40 x 3 1 4 Doub...

Page 11: ...nto the clevis Repeat steps 2 thru 4 for the other elevator servo Caution Make sure each metal clevis is fully closed and a clip is installed before and after each flight WHEEL AND WHEEL PANTS 1 Colle...

Page 12: ...ese type of engines any kind of prop strike on the ground or any other type of object can cause structural damage that might not be easily visible When a accident occurs you must check for damage thou...

Page 13: ...ole allows the carburetor to breath through the firewall into the fuselage Remove for carbu retor breathing 2 The ignition box was mounted below where the fuel tank will be placed FUEL TANK Note The f...

Page 14: ...Cowl 4 4 40 x 3 4 Button Head Socket Bolt 4 1 4 x 1 4 Silicone tubes You will have to remove any parts of the cowl that rub against the engine Make these openings little at first and slowly make them...

Page 15: ...4 Nylon Bolt 1 Wing Tube WING BOLTS 2 Slide the wing tube into one of the wing halves Slide the tube thru the fuselage Slide the second wing half onto the wing tube coming out of the fuselage side Pu...

Page 16: ...the Yak 54 flies Just remember that the further back you go the more sensitive it will become With extreme throws the model can get beyond the abil ity of novice pilots very quickly Good Luck and I h...

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