Stevens Aero Model Waterboard mini pondflyer, Build Instructions

Page 1: ...r Smaller Watering Holes Length 14 inches Beam 5 5 square inches Weight 6 8 ounces R1 16 revised 11 06 2014 Build Instructions 2013 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved Page 1 of 25 mini pondflyer TM stevensaero com ...

Page 2: ...advised to return this kit immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED FOR CHILDREN 12 YEARS OF AGE OR YOUNGER WARNING This product may contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and or birth defects or other reproductive harm PRODUCT SUPPORT This product has been engineered to function properly and perform as advertised wit...

Page 3: ...x 1 4 in Sheet Metal Screw 3011 7 2 x 1 2 in Socket Head Sheet Metal Screws 3014 Water Rudder As of our R1 16 kit update the Water rudder option is now included standard with this kit Replacemnt water rudder option parts given below are available for purchase separately through StevensAero com When purchased as replacement parts water rudder kit includes 1 32 in ply air rudder parts V1 V2 V3 C1 an...

Page 4: ...ndling At least one 12 25 oz DEFT brand clear lacquer spray wood finish satin or semi gloss One quart or less of DEFT brand clear brushing lacquer wood finish to use as a sanding sealer Talc or baby powder to mix with DEFT to create a sanding sealer Compatible lacquer based color spray we recommend Design Master Color Tool Build Instructions 2013 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved Page 4 of 25 ...

Page 5: ...Sheet Wood Inventory 1 of 1 Build Instructions 2013 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved Page 5 of 25 ...

Page 6: ...Builders Notes Build Instructions 2013 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved Page 6 of 25 ...

Page 7: ...table Use the poly tube that this kit was shipped in as a non stick barrier between your worktable and the product assembly Promptly clean up any epoxy spills with rubbing alcohol and a disposable towel Bonding the assembly As this product tabs notches and otherwise interlocks like a 3D puzzle we suggest that when fitting parts you dry fit use no glue the parts together first It s advised to work ...

Page 8: ... Bond sub assembly parts with thin or medium CA glue Key ribs R3 to the right and left of hull assembly aligning part with the outside edge of F8 and each notch within R3 to the outside tabs of formers F1 F7 Square assembly on a flat surface and bond parts F8 to formers and outer rib assembly with medium CA glue Now bring the forward portion of ribs R3 in to align against the outside edge of F8 an...

Page 9: ...7 spanning ribs R1 and R3 Bond F10 to retain Invert assembly and install F11 to fit along the bottom of F7 inside and outside ribs R1 and R3 Bond F11 to retain part within assembly Install 3 16 square length of basswood nose stock F12 spanning ribs R1 R2a and R3 as illustrated below Bond to retain part within assembly WITH THE HULL ASSEMBLY INVERTED mask rib and formers as illustrated in preparati...

Page 10: ...basswood leading edge by at least 1 16 in Support hull assembly against a flat work surface rocking up onto the bow to flatten F13 ply bottom against the F16 basswood nose stock then bond with CA glue Support bow of boat against your flat work surface and working one bay at time bond all intersections of ribs formers and ply bottom forward of F2 as illustrated Build Instructions 2013 Stevens AeroM...

Page 11: ...o ensure you can quickly drop this part into position atop the hull assembly Remove the D1 decking and lay on your worktable etch side up You ll need to work quickly on this step Thick CA glue or 5 min epoxy will ensure proper working time Apply glue along the perimeter of part D1 around the radio access hatch holes and along each of the dashed lines etched on D1 Key the pre fit and now glue cover...

Page 12: ...d flow easier Fill gap between deck and basswood leading edge with a high quality balsa filler Use filler to fill any other gaps at tab and notch locations and along the seams at ribs R3 and top decking D1 Allow filler to cure before sanding Sand the hull to a smooth finish removing the excess balsa filler We suggest a sanding block loaded with 120 and 240 grit paper Reduce the basswood nose stock...

Page 13: ...e balsa part M4 to the motor mount assembly to the motor mount assembly as illustrated Knock the top edge of M4 flat with a sanding block to allow part M5 to fit flush with the top surfaces of the motor mount assembly Fit and bond balsa part M6 to top of motor mount assembly as illustrated Use a sanding block to shape the leading edge of the motor mount assembly round as described in the photo bel...

Page 14: ... Washer and install through latch as illustrated Updated R1 16 nylon latch illustrated Place one 4 Flat Washer on top of hatch cover centered over pivot hole for latch assembly Now install latch to top of hatch cover Updated R1 16 nylon latch Illustrated Retain latch assembly to hatch cover by installing a third 4 Flat Washer and 4 40 nut over end of machine screw Snug nut to remove any play in as...

Page 15: ...k edge of V1 Once again use a slow setting CA glue Tip Minimize mis alignment of the laminations by inserting one or both of the rudder mounting tabs or control horns within the slots at the leading edge of the rudder DO NOT BOND the mounting tab to the rudder at this time Now laminate V3 on top of V1 Be careful not to get excess glue within the water rudder pocket that is formed at the bottom of ...

Page 16: ...hen add your color scheme from a compatible lacquer based paint Follow up color spray with at least 3 coats of DEFT Notes Sand lightly with 600 grit paper between applications of lacquer When applying each coat of lacquer do not forget to seal the interior of the access hatches Additionally don t forget to seal the inside of the motor mount Final Assembly Apply self stick gasket material to top of...

Page 17: ...low Insert the motor leads from the ESC through the motor mount and connect to the motor Mount motor to motor mount using four provided 2 x 1 4 in screws Place two 4 nylon washers between the cruciform mount and the motor mount to shim the right side of the motor when viewed from stern of boat Thread ESC motor supply leads and servo wire through hole between front and rear hatch as illustrated Bui...

Page 18: ...of heat shrink Shrink the tubing with a heat gun to retain parts Trim your servo control horn so that when installed as illustrated it will not drag along the hull of the boat Mount the control rod to one of the outer most holes on both the servo and the rudder control horns With the HS 35HD servo we prefer to use the long horn trimmed as illustrated with the control rod in the 3rd or 4th hole out...

Page 19: ...er to hatch gasket then slide the hooks of the cover forward until cover seats properly compressing the forward part of the hatch gasket Locate the three 2 x 7 16 in flanged socket head screws These screws will feature a welded washer under the screw head Retain the hatch cover by installing the 2 x 7 16 screws through latch hatch and then into the hull Tighten screws until you just begin to see t...

Page 20: ...ard lip of the access hatch support WaterBoard Mini hull over a flat surface apply light pressure to rear of hatch gently compressing hatch gasket now twist latch to engage under hatch cover retention screw heads Note some minor fitting and or tweaking may be required to achieve smooth and secure operation of the latch Once setup the latch requires little maintenance Our updated nylon hatch latch ...

Page 21: ...hin the pocket at the bottom of the Air Rudder with the hook on the Water Rudder facing forward Retain the Water Rudder using the 4 40 x 3 8 nylon machine screw and cut length of silicone fuel tubing as illustrated Now loop one mini rubber band around the C2 control horn on the air rudder and down to the hook of the water rudder Mount the completed assembly to your hull and re connect your control...

Page 22: ... aircraft where the wind sends you packing I ve found that even when the wind is kicking up chop on the water there is still a calm spot to be found usually towards the windward side of the pond over an algae mat or on the leeward side of an obstruction bordering the water Turn on transmitter and connect battery to speed control Whenever the boat is live you should keep hands and body parts clear ...

Page 23: ...e running dead Thus it becomes tough to discern when if it s time to return to shore and refuel Add to this the fact that your electronic speed control ESC has been designed to protect your pack from over discharge by turning off the fan motor when the battery pack voltage reaches 6 2V and it becomes clear that you may find yourself stranded with a dead pack while in the water The way to prevent b...

Page 24: ... turns this disparity is the result of motor torque acting on the boat lifting the right chine of the boat and driving the left deeper into the water Tuning Tip Shim the motor so that more of the prop blast is directed towards the opposite side of the boat from the problem turn That is to say if the boat is having difficulties turning right direct more thrust to the left side of the boat which has...

Page 25: ...per where the rail will be bonded then resealing the hull bottom with 2 3 coats of DEFT after rail installation Note that rails will tend to increase your straight line speeds as the boat is riding higher in the water The trade off for will be reduced high speed turn performance Additionally I find the boat will be a bit more grabby in the turns Have a tuning tip to share Tuning possibilities are ...