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includes full instructions for application. Following 
are the colors used on this model and order numbers 
for six foot rolls.

White

 (TOPQ0204)   

True Red

 (TOPQ0227)

  The stabilizer and wing incidences and motor thrust 

angles have been factory-built into this model. 
However, some technically-minded modelers may 
wish to check these measurements anyway. To view 
this information visit the web site at www.top-fl ite.com 
and click on “Technical Data.” Due to manufacturing 
tolerances which will have little or no effect on the way 
your model will fl y, please expect slight deviations 
between your model and the published values.

MODEL INSPECTION

Before starting to build, take an inventory of this model 
to make sure it is complete, and inspect the parts 
to make sure they are of acceptable quality. If any 
parts are missing or are not of acceptable quality, or if 
you need assistance with assembly, contact 

Product 

Support

. When reporting defective or missing parts, 

use the part names exactly as they are written in the 
instruction manual.

Top Flite Product Support

3002 N. Apollo Drive, Suite 1 

Ph: (217) 398-8970

Champaign, IL  61822 

Fx: (217) 398-7721

E-mail: airsupport@top-fl ite.com

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS

Replacement parts for the Top Flite Mini Contender 
EP ARF are available using the order numbers in the 

Replacement Parts List

 that follows. The fastest, most 

economical service can be provided by your hobby 
dealer or mail-order company. Not all parts are available 
separately (an aileron cannot be purchased separately, 
but is only available with the wing kit). Replacement 
parts are not available from Product Support, but can 
be purchased from hobby shops or mail order/Internet 
order fi rms. Hardware items (screws, nuts, bolts) are 
also available from these outlets.

To locate a hobby dealer, visit 

www.top-fl ite.com

 

and click on “Where to Buy”. Follow the instructions 
provided on the page to locate a U.S., Canadian or 
International dealer.

Parts may also be ordered directly from Hobby Services 
by calling (217) 398-0007, or via facsimile at (217) 398-

7721, but full retail prices and shipping and handling 

charges will apply. Illinois and Nevada residents will 
also be charged sales tax. If ordering via fax, include 
a Visa

®

 or MasterCard

®

 number and expiration date 

for payment.

 

Mail parts orders 

Hobby Services

 

and payments by  3002 N Apollo Drive, Suite 1

 

personal check to:  Champaign IL  61822

Be certain to specify the order number exactly as listed 
in the 

Replacement Parts List

. Payment by credit 

card or personal check only; no C.O.D.

If additional assistance is required for any reason 
contact Product Support by e-mail at productsupport@
top-fl ite.com, or by telephone at (217) 398-8970.

Order No.

Description

REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST

TOPA1900

TOPA1901

TOPA1902

TOPA1903

TOPA1904

TOPA1905

TOPA1906

TOPA1907

Wing

Fuselage

Tail Surfaces

Cowl

Canopy

Landing Gear

Decals

Spinner

CONTENTS

1

11

6

16

2

12

4

14

8

18

9

19

10

20

7

17

3

13

5

15

1. Fuselage
2. Wing
3. Fin & Rudder
4. Stabilizer & Elevator
5. Decal

6. Cowl
7. Motor Mount
8. Compartment Cover
9. Spinner
10. Wing Bolt

11. Lower Fin
12. Wing Dowels
13. Hook & Loop
14. Elevator Joiner Wire
15. Wheels

16. Main Landing Gear
17. Nose Gear
18. Nose Gear Block
19. Steering Arm
20. Pushrods

Summary of Contents for Mini Contender Ep

Page 1: ...r accepts all resulting liability If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this product the buyer is advised to return this kit immediately in new and unused con...

Page 2: ...rights and interests and is required to fly at most R C sites Academy of Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 9252 Ph 800 435 9262 Fx 765 741 0057 Or via the Internet at http www...

Page 3: ...f Adhesives and Building Supplies that are required to finish the Mini Contender EP ARF 1 2 oz 15g Thin Pro CA GPMR6001 Pro 6 minute epoxy GPMR6045 Threadlocker thread locking cement GPMR6060 Mixing s...

Page 4: ...d separately but is only available with the wing kit Replacement parts are not available from Product Support but can be purchased from hobby shops or mail order Internet order firms Hardware items sc...

Page 5: ...ion to one of the aileron servos Secure the extension to the servo lead with a piece of heat shrink or electrical tape not included 2 Carefully pull the string from the aileron servo opening and tie i...

Page 6: ...heet metal screws 2 Install a 1 8 3mm wheel collar and 4 40 x 1 8 3mm machine screw followed by a 1 7 16 35mm foam wheel and a second wheel collar and machine screw Apply a drop of threadlocker on the...

Page 7: ...bilizer and apply four drops of thin CA to the top and bottom of each CA hinge INSTALL THE SERVOS 1 Connect a 6 152mm servo extension to the rudder and elevator servos Use heat shrink or electrical ta...

Page 8: ...the nose gear block Insert the nose gear pushrod in the nylon nose gear steering arm and then slide the nose gear through the steering arm Secure the steering arm with a 3 x 6mm socket head cap screw...

Page 9: ...tray and trim the battery strap to fit 5 Route the servo wires to the ESC receiver compartment Plug the servos into the receiver and place the receiver in the compartment 6 Place the compartment cover...

Page 10: ...f the fuse under the TE of the fin Do this several times 2 If one wing always drops when you lift the model it means that side is heavy Balance the airplane by adding weight to the other wing tip An a...

Page 11: ...way If your radio does not have dual rates we recommend setting the throws at the high rate settings NOTE The throws are measured at the widest part of the elevators rudder and ailerons These are the...

Page 12: ...t can be permanently attached Do not rely upon the adhesive on the back of the lead weight to permanently hold it in place Over time vibration may cause the weight to fall off Instead permanently atta...

Page 13: ...d correct the problem first Look for loose servo connections or broken wires corroded wires on old servo connectors poor solder joints in your battery pack or a defective cell or a damaged receiver cr...

Page 14: ...excessive speeds TAKEOFF Before you get ready to takeoff see how the model handles on the ground by doing a few practice runs at low speeds on the runway If necessary adjust the nose wheel so the mod...

Page 15: ...mple if you re going to do a loop check your altitude mind the wind direction anticipating rudder corrections that will be required to maintain heading remember to throttle back at the top and make ce...

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