INSTRUCTION MANUAL
*SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
No.10141
REQUIRED FOR OPERATION
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
RADIO PREPARATION
ASSEMBLY
PARTS LIST
OPERATING YOUR MODEL SAFELY
2
2
3
3~14
15
16
INDEX
First-time builders should seek the advice of experienced modellers
before commencing assembly and if they do not fully understand any
part of the construction.
Assemble this kit only in places out of children’s reach!
Take enough safety precautions prior to operating this model. You are
responsible for this model’s assembly and safe operation!
Always keep this instruction manual ready at hand for quick reference,
even after completing the assembly.
This radio control model is not a toy.
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•The product you have purchased is powered by a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under
various national / state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local
solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal.
WINGSPAN: 1365mm (53.7")
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
THE FINEST RADIO CONTROL MODELS
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Before commencing assembly, please read these instructions thoroughly.
Ni-Cd
© 2001 KYOSHO
Piper J-3 Cub M36
RADIO CONTROLLED SCALE AIRCRAFT
KYOSHO SUPER QUALITY SERIES
For Intermediate
and
Advanced Flyers
EP
VERSION
REQUIRED FOR OPERATION
(Purchase separately!)
Sharp Hobby Knife
TOOLS NOT INCLUDED
Phillips Screwdriver (L.M.S)
Needle Nose Pliers
1.5mm / 2.5mm Hex Wrench
Awl
Scissors
AAAA
AAAA
2
2
Wire Cutters
Epoxy A
Epoxy B
Instant Glue
Epoxy Glue
Silicone Glue
TOOLS REQUIRED (Purchase separately!)
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Apply epoxy glue.
Apply instant glue
(CA glue, super glue).
Assemble left and right sides
the same way.
Must be purchased separately!
Drill holes with the specified
diameter (here: 2mm).
Ensure smooth non-binding
movement while assembling.
Do not overlook this symbol!
Cut off shaded portion.
2mm
Warning!
low setting
Use an iron covered with a cloth!
Start at low setting. Increase the set--
ting if necessary. If it is too high, you
may damage the film.
with cover (cloth)
The pre-covered film may become wrin-kly due to
variations of temperature. Smooth out as explained right.
Battery
Ni-Cd BATTERYRechargeable
KYOSHO CORPORATION JAPANNo.71602
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3
Charger
(Choose one that matches your NiCd)
Charger
4
Double-Sided Tape
No. 72506
III
Multi Charger III
No. 96445
Foam Tape (3mm)
No.71172
X-FORCE 8.4-1700S
Ni-Cd Battery
No.71002
8.4-RC2400
Ni-Cd Battery
No.71032
X-FORCE 3000
Ni-MHBattery
1
Minimum 4 channel radio with 3 servos and 1 electronic
speed controller for airplanes, and AA-size batteries.
A minimum 4 channel transmitter,
configured for aircraft.
AA-size Batteries
Servo
1 x Extension Lead (Aileron)
No. 90801
210
Sky Victory 210
Electronic Speed Controller
or use Kyosho’s
For proper radio operation, refer to its manual.
Electronic speed controller for
airplanes that matches your
motor and Ni-Cd battery.
Pay close attention here!
14mm
28mm
1
Read through the manual before you begin, so you will have an overall idea of what to do.
Check all parts. If you find any defective or missing parts, contact your local dealer or our Kyosho Distributor.
2
3
Symbols used throughout this instruction manual, comprise:
3mm
File (round)
3mm
CAUTION
:
For details concerning the equipment listed below
(size, maker, etc.), check with your hobby shop.
CAUTION
:
Only use a minimum 4 channel transmitter, configured
for aircraft!
(No other radio may be used!)
RADIO PREPARATION
1
A new Ni-Cd battery must charge before use. Refer to the charger instruction manual for charging.
Set up the radio as explained below.
2
Connect the Ni-Cd battery.
1
Extend the antenna. (Transmitter)
2
3
4
Center the trims.
5
Switch on. (Transmitter)
6
Switch on. (Receiver)
7
Make sure the servos are in command.
8
Switch off. (Receiver)
9
Switch off. (Transmitter)
10
Retract the antenna. (Transmitter)
11
Install AA-size batteries. (Transmitter)
START
FINISH
Extend the antenna. (Receiver)
3
1
Main Wing
2
Main Wing
Install the hinges completely
before applying instant glue.
Align the center line of
main wing with aileron.
50mm
2
ON
OFF
11
Transmitter
Electronic Speed
Controller
Receiver
Servo
3
4
7 9
8
5
10
6
1
Install the grommets to
the servo as shown.
Securely glue together. If it comes off
during flights, you may lose control of
your airplane, resulting in an accident !
Warning!
Securely glue together. If it comes off
during flights, you may lose control of
your airplane, resulting in an accident !
Warning!
Fill the gap with
epoxy.
Dihedral.
1 2 3
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
3
4
3
Main Wing
Main Wing
Main Wing
4
5
Cut off shaded portion.
Apply epoxy glue.
2
2mm
Washer
2
Linkage Guide
2
2mm
Nut
2
3 x 5mm
Screw
3x5mm
3x5mm
2mm
2mm
2mm
2mm
Supplied with the servo.
Supplied with the servo.
Aileron Servo
3mm
Drill holes with the specified diameter.
Must be purchased separately!
Only cut the film.
Do not cut into the wood.
x2
x2
Assemble as many times as specified.
Rod (Short)
10mm10mm
2mm2mm
3mm
5
6
Main Wing
Main Wing
Horizontal Tail
7
8
Cut off shaded portion.
Pay close attention here!
Do not overlook this symbol!
Warning!
Apply epoxy glue.
2mm
Drill holes with the
specified diameter.
3x25mm
A
A
= A’
A’
A
A
= A’
A’
B
B
= B’
B’
3mm
After gluing on the
horizontal tail wing,
remove the main wing.
Securely glue together. If it comes off
during flights, you may lose control of
your airplane, resulting in an accident !
Warning!
Ensure smooth, non-binding
movement when assembling.
Apply instant glue
(CA glue, super glue).
Only cut the film.
Do not cut into the wood.
Only cut the film.
Do not cut into the wood.
Only cut the film.
Do not cut into the wood.
Install the hinges completely
before applying instant glue.
2
3 x 25mm
Screw
2
3mm
Washer
Align the holes.
1 2
3
2mm
Assemble left and right sides
the same way.
2mm
6
9
Vertical Tail
Rudder
Main Landing Gear
10
11
Cut off shaded portion.
Do not overlook this symbol!
Warning!
Apply epoxy glue. Apply instant glue (CA glue, super glue).
19mm
Cut where elevatorcontrol
joint touches.
3x3mm
Elevator Control Joint
3x3mm
3x12mm
3x12mm
4
Stopper
3 x 12mm
TP Screw
Securely glue together. If it comes off
during flights, you may lose control of
your airplane, resulting in an accident !
Warning!
Ensure smooth, non-binding
movement when assembling.
4
Only cut the film.
Do not cut into
the wood.
Only cut the film.
Do not cut into
the wood.
4
3 x 3mm
Set Screw
Assemble left and right sides
the same way.
2.4
mm
2.4
mm
2
mm
Drill holes with the specified diameter.
90° 90°
Rear View
2mm
Install the hinges completely
before applying instant glue.
1 2 3
TP
2mm
7
12
Linkage
Servo
Linkage
13
14
Cut off shaded portion.
3mm
3mm
3mm
Drill holes with the specified diameter.
Using a 3mm round file,
make an angle as
sharp as possible.
Correct
Wrong
10mm
2
2mm
Washer
2
Linkage Guide
2
2mm
Nut
2mm
2mm
110mm
8mm
60mm
110mm
37mm
25mm
2x12mm
2 x 12mm
Screw
Make 2 holes using the measurements below.
Right View Left View
Left View
3mm
Pay close attention here!
Rod (Long)
PP Pipe
PP Pipe
2
Supplied with the servo.
Rudder Servo
Elevator Control Servo
Assemble left and right sides
the same way.
Must be purchased separately!
Rod (Long)
Apply epoxy glue.
3mm
3mm
8
15
Linkage
Linkage
Canopy
16
17
Pay close attention here!Apply epoxy glue.
2x12mm
60mm
7mm
2 x 12mm
Screw
3x5mm
60mm
60mm
2x10mm
2x10mm
Cut the Canopy by aligning it with the Main Wing and Fuselage.
Attach the Main
Wing.
2 x 10mm
TP Screw
Rod (Long)
Rudder Control Servo
Rudder Rod
Elevator Rod
Elevator Control Servo
Must be purchased separately!
2
2
PP Pipe
Right View
Bottom View
Cut off shaded portion.
2
3 x 5mm
Screw
2mm
2mm
Drill holes with the specified diameter.
TP
2mm
9
18
Strut
Gear Straps
Propeller Adaptor
19
20
Pay close attention here!
2x10mm
1mm
4mm
2mm
1mm
2mm
2x10mm
2x10mm
Temporarily position with fast drying glue, then
use silicon sealant to attach the main gear.
Ensure the Wheel Cover does
not interfere with the fuselage
when landing.
Silicon Sealant
2 x 10mm
TP Screw
6
Remove Propeller Adaptor for the moment.
52mm
52mm
Bottom View
Side View
2.2
mm
1mm
1mm
1mm
2.2
mm
2mm
Drill holes with the specified diameter.
Apply instant glue
(CA glue, super glue).
TP
2mm
10
21
Motor
Cowling
Fuselage
22
23
Cut off shaded portion.
Do not overlook this symbol!
Warning!
4
3 x 12mm
TP Screw
3x12mm
60mm
11mm
11mm
3x12mm
2 x 10mm
TP Screw
2x10mm
2x10mm
3x3mm
3x10mm
2x10mm
4
2 x 10mm
TP Screw
1
1
3 x 10mm
Screw
1
Battery Hatch Stopper
1mm
Drill holes with the specified diameter.
Securely tighten the screw holding the propeller for it not come off
when the motor is spinning. If com-ing off, there is a high risk of injury!
Warning!
Only cut the film.
Do not cut into
the wood.
Only cut the film.
Do not cut into
the wood.
2mm
1mm
5mm
1
3 x 3mm
Set Screw
Top View
Top View
Side View
Approx. 8mm
Pay close attention here!
Firmly tighten the set screws onto
the flat spots.
1mm
TP
TP
TP
1mm
11
24
Electronic Speed Controller
Receiver
Battery
25
26
Pay close attention here!
Do not overlook this symbol!
Warning!
Apply epoxy glue.
Align with ,
and with .
Loosen in order, for main wing removal.
Attach the window
decals before
installing the switch.
Battery
Receiver
Connect as per radio instruction manual.
Apply thin layer of Epoxy to
veneer inside fuselage, then
stick on double-sided tape.
Apply thin layer of Epoxy to
veneer inside fuselage, then
stick on double-sided tape.
Apply thin layer of Epoxy to veneer
inside fuselage, then attach Velcro.
Double-sided Tape
1
2
Velcro
Velcro
Electronic Speed Controller
Double-sided Tape
Electronic Speed Control
Switch
Extension cord for Aileron
Receiver
Included with the switch.
Included with the switch.
Ensure to pull out the antenna wire (receiver) from the
fuselage. Left inside, you lose control of your airplane!
Warning!
Must be purchased separately!
Assemble left and right
sides the same way.
Assemble in the specified order.
=
,
=
,
— —
1 2
— —
1 2
12
27
Battery
Decal
28
Flight Preparations
29
Pay close attention here!
Do not overlook this symbol!
Warning!
Connect battery just
before flight.
If the NiCd battery drops out of the hatch
when flying, you lose control of your
airplane which leads to accidents!
Ensure the hatch cover is securely shut.
Warning!
Beware of a spinning propeller! With some electronic speed
controllers, the electric motor (propeller) will start spinning as
soon as the electronic speed controller is connected.
Must be purchased separately!
Ni-Cd Battery
Ni-Cd Battery
Apply included decals. For the correct placement of decals, please refer to box top.
100mm
Ni-Cd Battery
Velcro
Battery Hatch
2
1
Attach the Main Wing and Strut. (refer P.9)
Connect the Aileron servo with the extension cord.
3
Charge the battery and connect inside the fuselage.
4
Check the center of gravity. (refer P.13)
5
Check radio system working correctly. (refer P.13, P14)
Insert battery into this
space.
9
13
13, 14
13
Adjustment of radio control system
Pay close attention here!
Do not overlook this symbol!
Warning!
A
A
A
B
B
B
A
A
B
B
A B
< >Rudder
< >Motor Control
< >Aileron
< >Elevator
If tail fin moving direction is not correct, Switch the reverse of transmitter.
(High)
(Stop)
Beware of a spinning propeller! With
some electronic speed controllers,
the electric motor (propeller) will start
spinning as soon as the electronic
speed controller is connected.
Adjust the travel of each control surface to the values in the diagrams.
Must be purchased separately!
A
A
B
B
C of G position
Warning!
Do not fly before confirming the correct location of the CG.
If the CG is incorrect, you lose control of your airplane which
leads to accidents!
In order to obtain the CG specified, reposition
the receiver and other equipment.
CG
65~70mm
30
< >
< >
< >
< >
14
Adjustment
Angle
6mm
6mm
8mm
8mm
20mm 20mm
Adjust the travel of each control surface to the values in the diagrams.
Position for
left diagram.
Position for
left diagram.
Position for
left diagram.
Angle
Angle
< >Rudder< >Aileron < >Elevator
Pay close attention here!
Do not overlook this symbol!
Warning!
MEMO
Warning!
First-time fliers should seek advice for hints in pre-flight adjustments and assembly from experienced fliers. Be reminded that
flying a badly assembled or badly adjusted aircraft is very dangerous!
In the beginning, first-time fliers should always be assisted by an experienced flier and never fly alone!
This model aircraft is designed to be powered by a electric-motor. Installing a powerful engine or flying this model aggressively
may lead to serious damages and accidents!
< >< > < >
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No. Part Names
Quantity
x 1
900
600
600
10141-01
10141-02
10141-03
Cowling
Canopy
Main Gear
x 1
x 1
FOR JAPANESE MARKET ONLY.
No. Part Names
Quantity
x 1
1200
1500
2000
10141-04
70110
91001
Decal Set
540
Motor Unit (EP540)
540
540 Gear Down Unit
XX
x 2
XX XX XX
x 1
XX
x 1
200200
SPARE PARTS
OPTIONAL PARTS
120090418
9x6mm EP
9x6mm EP Glass Nylon Plopeller
FOR JAPANESE MARKET ONLY.
No. Part Names
Quantity
400
750
90497
90498
Velcro
8.4V
8.4V Connector
200
MEMO
00
0 0 2 1 0 4 4 7 2 7 1
1 6 8 0
0 0 2 1 0 4
4 7 2 7 1
1 6 8 0
1,400
200
80
1,680
(1)
(2)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(1)
"Kyosho Direct-Mail-Parts-Order-System" is available only for Japanese market
10141
The servise mentioned below is available only for Japanese market.
Before Flying Flying After Flying
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Before flying your airplane, ensure
the airfield is spacious enough.
Always fly it outdoors in safe areas
with no debris or obstacles!
For proper radio handling, refer to
its explanations.
Ensure the spinner and propeller
are securely installed.
If the airplane begins to operate by
itself, somebody else is on your fre-
quency. Do not attempt to operate
it under such condition for you may
lose of control of it.
Fully extend
the antenna
(transmitter).
Switch on the transmitter.
Beware of spinning propellers! With
some electronic speed controllers,
the electric motor (propeller) start
spinning as soon as the electronic
speed controller is connected.
Move the sticks on your transmitter
to ensure that all controls move
according to your inputs and the
way you adjusted them.
Only use genuine KYOSHO parts.
Launch your airplane by hand into
the wind.
Do not fly your airplane on days
with strong winds or side winds.
Always land your airplane into the
wind.
Ensure the main wing is securely
installed.
Plug in the Ni-Cd battery.
If your airplane does not function cor-
rectly, land it at once and find out the
reason.
Check the radio batteries.
Switch off the transmitter.
Unplug the Ni-Cd battery.
Unplug the Ni-Cd battery when not
in use.
Proper maintenance extends the
life of your airplane.
Beware of spinning propellers!
Cautions for Safety
Do not allow watching people to get too
close to a rotating propeller.
Disuse defective propellers as well as
deformed spinners.
Batteries and chargers become
hot. Do not allow flammable
materials to come in contact with
them.
Never try to modify Ni-Cd battery.
This is very dangerous.
Do not dispose of used Ni-Cd
batteries, return them to the shop.
Do not dispose of Ni-Cd batteries
in a fire. They will explode and
release harmful materials.
Warning!
Warning!
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THE FINEST RADIO CONTROL MODELS
ON
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
Batt
ery
Battery
Battery
OFF
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