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18 E-flite Rhapsody 25e ARF Assembly Manual

Always balance your propeller. An unbalanced

propeller can cause vibrations to be transmitted

into the airframe, which could damage the

airframe or other components as well as

produce unwanted flight characteristics.

 2. Use the propeller adapter to secure the

propeller to the motor. Slide a 3/32-inch hex

wrench through the hole in the adapter to tighten

it, securing the propeller.

 3. Connect the battery and speed control. Use

the transmitter to check the operation of the

motor. If connected as described earlier, the

motor will spin counterclockwise when viewed

from the front of the fuselage.

 4. Use medium CA to glue the pilot in the cockpit

as shown.

 5. Place the canopy hatch on the top of the

fuselage. The front of the hatch has pins that key

into the front former, and magnets holding the rear

of the hatch to the fuselage.

Do not remove the canopy hatch by lifting it up by

the pilot. You may accidentally remove the pilot.

 6. Apply the decals to your model using the

photos on the box as a guide. Use a spray bottle

filled with water and a drop of dish washing

detergent sprayed on the airframe will allow easier

repositioning of the decals. Squeegee the excess

water from under the decal and allow them to set

overnight before flying your model.

Center of Gravity

An important part of preparing the aircraft for flight is

properly balancing the model.

Do not inadvertently skip this step or

property damage and injury could occur.

The recommended Center of Gravity (CG) location for

your model is 3

to 4

inches (95 to 114mm) back

from the leading edge of the top wing as shown with

the battery pack installed. Mark the location of the CG

on the bottom of the top wing with a felt-tipped pen.

When balancing your model, support the plane upright

at the marks made on the bottom of the top wing with

your fingers or a commercially available balancing

stand. This is the correct balance point for your model.

Make sure your model is assembled and ready for

flight before balancing.

Adjust the motor battery as necessary so the model is

level or slightly nose down. This is the correct balance

point for your model. You should find the CG to be

very close with the battery installed as shown in this

manual. Mark the location of the battery on the battery

tray using a felt-tipped pen so it can be returned to this

position if it is removed from your model.

After the first flights, the CG position can be adjusted

for your personal preference.

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