Vmar VDHC6TO User manual
DHC6 TWIN OTTER
Before beginning assembly,please read these intructions thoroughly.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
UNDER SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This radio control model is not a toy!
It is highly recommended that first-time builders seek advice of experienced modelers before beginning assembly.
Assemble this kit only in places out of children’s reach!
Take enough safety precautions prior to operating this model. You are responsible for ths model’s assembly and safe operation!
Always keep this instruction manual ready at hand for quick reference, even after completing the assemble.
Taking out liability insurance is recommended.
*SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
The pre-covered film on ARF kits may wrinkle due to variations
of temprature. Smooth out as explained at right.
Use an iron covered with a cloth!
Start at low setting. Increase the
setting if necessary. If it is too high,
you may damage the film.
with cover (cloth) low setting
1
ALMOST-READY-TO-RLY
ARTF
WINGSPAN: 1580mm (62")
13806
Electronic Speed Controller :
More than 25A
EPOXY
RESIN
EPOXY
HARDENER
Epoxy Glue
Assemble in the
specified order.
Assemble left and right
sides the same way.
Drill holes with the
specified diametre.
Must be purchased
separately!
Apply threadlocker
(screw cement).
Pay attention here! Ensure smooth, non-binding
movement when assembling. Cut off excess.
Do not overlook
This symbol!
Symbols used throughout this instruction manual, comprise:
Check all parts. If you find any defective or missing past, contact your local dealer or our VMARSHOP.
Read through the manual before you begin, so you will have an overall idea of what to do.
accepts no responsibility for accidents, damage or breakage if other manufacturers parts are used.
Drill,Bits (2,3,4,6mm)
Cutters Pliers Long Nose Pliers
Shap Hobby Knife
File Scissors
Hex Wrench (2, 2.5, 3mm)
Phillips screwdrivers (size: L, M, S)
Threat locker Cement
SCREW
CEMENT
BEFORE YOU BEGINBEFORE YOU BEGINBEFORE YOU BEGIN
TOOLS REQUIRED (Purchase separately!)
CAUTION : For detalls concerning the equlpment Ilsted below (size, make, etc.) check with your hobby shop.
CAUTION : For detalls concerning the equlpment Ilsted below (size, make, etc.) check with your hobby shop.CAUTION : For detalls concerning the equlpment Ilsted below (size, make, etc.) check with your hobby shop.
ITEM REQUIRED FOR OPERATION (Not included in kit!)ITEM REQUIRED FOR OPERATION (Not included in kit!)ITEM REQUIRED FOR OPERATION (Not included in kit!)
2
A minimum 4 channel radio for alrplanes (with 5 standard servos),
and nicad or alkaline batteries are required.
4-channel (minimum) radio system for aircraft 4 servos (standard servos).
Please be sure to sure to use servos with enough torque (3.0 - cm minimum).
Y-Harness 2pcs
Suitable Outer Rotor Motor.
Use outer rotor motor power
between 250~400w
Motor : KV / 600~900
Radio Set
Warning!Warning!Warning!
2mm
2
1
LR
X
3
2
1
A B
5
A B
30
Apply 30Minte Epoxy
Apply 5Minte Epoxy
X
Installing engin
mouth to the wing
1
Cut off shaded portion.
Must be purchased
separately!
Drill holes with the
specified diameter.
Assemble as many
time as specified.
Assemble left and right
sides the same way. Pay close attention here!
wing top
wing bottom
Aileon servo location Aileon servo location
LR
LR
LR
2mm
X
4
A B
30
Apply
30Minte Epoxy
A B
30
Apply
30Minte Epoxy
3
RESCUE
RESCUERESCUE
SAUVETAGE
SAUVETAGESAUVETAGE
Insert main landing
gear to the holder
Main landing gear holder
pre-installed to the fuselage
Install main gear
to the fuselage
2
2.5 mm collars
2.5mm
sheet metal screws
3x10mm
4
4
3x20mm
cross head bolts 7
3mm nuts
3mm nuts 7
3mm wood washers
14
wood washers
3x20mm
2
spring
3.25x130mm
1
plastic tube
4
4Install nose gear
2.5 mm collars
2.5mm
sheet metal screws
2x6mm
4
2
Connect Z bent steering rod
to the steering control arm
3x20mm
spring
2.5 mm collars
Install main landing
gear fairing
3
LR
2.5 mm collars
60mm wheel
25mm
3x10mm
LR
Cut the 3.25mm
plastic tube supplied
5
6
Installing the horizontal and
vertical stabilizer to the fuselage
5
13806
A B
30
Apply
30Minte Epoxy
A B
30
Apply
30Minte Epoxy
Aluminum wing joiner
A B
30
Apply 30Minte Epoxy
Install rudder to
the vertical stab
6
13806 13806
Apply thin CA glue
CA glue
7Install motor
to the wing
8Install nacelle
to the wing
LR
LR
sheet metal screws
2x6mm
4
7
Apply threadlocker
(screw cement).
ESC
ESCESC
Top nacelle
Bottom nacelle
2x6mm
Top nacelle
43~47mm
43~47mm
Bottom
nacelle
2x6mm
8
9Install engine cowl, nose
cone and dummy exhaust
sheet metal screws
2x6mm
12
Drill holes with the
specified diametre.
1.5mm
Position of screws to
hold cowl and nacelles
2x6mm
LR
2x6mm
3mm
10mm
15mm
Dummy
exhaust
Apply thin CA glue
CA glue
Aileron
10 Connecting aileron and
flaps surface control
Control horn sets
with 3x10mm 4
Flaps
Aileron Flaps AileronFlaps
Typical control surface set up for aileron and flaps
11 Connecting rudder , elevator
and nose steering control
Control horn sets
with 3x20mm 2
CLEVIS
SURFACE CONTROL
CLEVIS
9
80mm
Elevator control rod
12 CG and battery location
13806
55mm
50mm
Battery
AileronFlapsFlapsFlapsAileron Flaps
Bottom view
13 Install propellers
and spinners
100mm
Rudder control rod
CONTROL SURFACE THROW SPECIFICATIONS
The throws are measured at the widest part of the control surface . Adjust the position of the push rods at the control
and/or servo horns to control the amount of throw. You may also use ATV’s if you radio has them but the mechanical
linkages should still be set so that the ATV’s are near 100% for best servo resolution.
ELEVATOR
RUDDER
ALERON
High rate Low rate
SURFACE CONTROL MOUVEMENT
Aileron movement
1/3"-2/5"
8mm-10mm
1/6"( 4mm ) up
1/4"( 6mm ) down
1/3 "( 8mm ) right
1/3 "( 8mm ) left
1/6"( 4mm ) up
1/6"( 4mm )down
1/4"( 6mm ) up
2/5" (10mm ) right
2/5" (10mm ) left
1/4"( 6mm ) up
1/4"( 6mm )down
1/6"( 4mm ) down
Elevator movement Rudder movement
1/3"-2/5"
8mm-10mm
1/6"-1/4"
4mm-6mm
1/6"-1/4"
4mm-6mm
1/6"-1/4"
4mm-6mm
1/6"-1/4"
4mm-6mm
10
14 Surface control
movement
Top view
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