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Made in Vietnam. Kit features. Ready-made—minimal assembly & finishing required. Ready-covered covering. Photo-illustrated step-by-step Assembly Manual. Specifications Wing span------------------------------------- 55.9in ------------------------------- 142cm. Wing area------------------------------------- 514.6 sq.in ------------------ 33.2 sq.dm. Approximate flying weight--------------- 5.3-6.2 lbs -----------------------2.4-2.8kg. Length----------------------------------------- 46.1in ---------------------------------117cm. Recommended engine size------------ .40 - .46 cu.in ---------------------2-stroke. .52 - .72 cu.in --------------------- 4-stroke. ELECTRIC CONVERSION : OPTIONAL. Radio System required 4 channels with 5 servos. Flying skill level Intermediate/advanced. “Graphics and specifications may change without notice”. MS: SEA 1 1 1 NEMESIS ASSEMBLY MANUAL

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Made in Vietnam.

Kit features.

• Ready-made—minimal assembly & finishing required.• Ready-covered covering.• Photo-illustrated step-by-step Assembly Manual.

SpecificationsWing span------------------------------------- 55.9in ------------------------------- 142cm.Wing area------------------------------------- 514.6 sq.in ------------------ 33.2 sq.dm.Approximate flying weight--------------- 5.3-6.2 lbs -----------------------2.4-2.8kg.Length----------------------------------------- 46.1in ---------------------------------117cm.Recommended engine size------------ .40 - .46 cu.in ---------------------2-stroke. .52 - .72 cu.in --------------------- 4-stroke.ELECTRIC CONVERSION : OPTIONAL.Radio System required 4 channels with 5 servos.Flying skill level Intermediate/advanced.

“Graphics and specifications may change without notice”.

MS: SEA 111NEMESIS

ASSEMBLY MANUAL

Nemesis 111 Instruction Manual

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INTRODUCTION.

Thank you for choosing the NEMESIS ARTF by SEAGULL MODELS. The NEMESIS wasdesigned with the intermediate/advanced sport scale in mind. It is a semi scale airplane which iseasy to fly and quick to assemble. The airframe is conventionally built using balsa, plywood to makeit stronger than the average ARTF , yet the design allows the aeroplane to be kept light. You will findthat most of the work has been done for you already. The motor mount has been fitted and the hingesare pre-installed . Flying the NEMESIS is simply a joy.

This instruction manual is designed to help you build a great flying aeroplane. Please read thismanual thoroughly before starting assembly of your NEMESIS. Use the parts listing below to identifyall parts.

WARNING.

Please be aware that this aeroplane is not a toy and if assembled or used incorrectly itis capable of causing injury to people or property. WHEN YOU FLY THIS AEROPLANE YOUASSUME ALL RISK & RESPONSIBILITY. If you are inexperienced with basic R/C flight we strongly recommend you contact your R/Csupplier and join your local R/C Model Flying Club. R/C Model Flying Clubs offer a variety of trainingprocedures designed to help the new pilot on his way to successful R/C flight. They will also be ableto advise on any insurance and safety regulations that may apply.

ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED.

.40- .46 cu.in 2-stroke .52- .72 cu.in 4-stroke

Radio System required 4 channelswith 5 servos.Glow plug to suit enginePropeller to suit engineProtective foam rubber for radiosystemSilicone fuel line

TOOLS & SUPPLIES NEEDED.

Thick cyanoacrylate glue30 minute epoxy5 minute epoxyHand or electric drillAssorted drill bitsModelling knifeStraight edge ruler2mm ball driverPhillips head screwdriver220 grit sandpaper90° square or builder’s triangleWire cuttersMasking tape & T-pinsThread-lockPaper towels

PARTS LISTING.

FUSELAGE ASSEMBLY(1) Fuselage(1) Canopy

WING ASSEMBLY

(1) Right wing half/ aileron(1) Left wing half with/ aileron(1) Aluminium dihedral brace

Tail section assembly

(1) Horizontal stabilizer/ elevatorhalves.

(1) Rudder halves.

Some more parts.

HARDWARE PACK

COWLINGLanding gear.....

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1) Carefully remove the aileron from oneof the wing panels. Note the position of thehinges.

2) Remove each hinge from the wing paneland aileron and place a T-pin in the center ofeach hinge. Slide each hinge into the wingpanel until the T-pin is snug against the wingpanel. This will help ensure an equal amountof hinge is on either side of the hinge line whenthe aileron is mounted to the aileron.

3) Slide the wing panel on the aileron untilthere is only a slight gap. The hinge is nowcentered on the wing panel and aileron.Remove the T-pins and snug the aileronagainst the wing panel. A gap of 1/64” or lessshould be maintained between the wing paneland aileron.

The control surfaces, including theailerons, elevators, and rudder, areprehinged with hinges installed, but thehinges are not glued in place. It isimperative that you properly adhere thehinges in place per the steps that followusing a high-quality thin C/A glue.

Note:

4)Deflect the aileron and completelysaturate each hinge with thin C/A glue. Theailerons front surface should lightly contact thewing during this procedure. Ideally, when the

hinges are glued in place, a 1/64” gap or lesswill be maintained throughout the lengh of theaileron to the wing panel hinge line.

Note: The hinge is constructed of a specialmaterial that allows the C/A to wick orpenetrate and distribute throughout thehinge, securely bonding it to the woodstructure of the wing panel and aileron.

To avoid scratching your new aero-plane we suggest that you cover your work-bench with an old towel. Keep a couple of jarsor bowls handy to hold the small parts after youopen the bags.Please trial fit all parts. Make sure you have thecorrect parts and that they fit and are alignedproperly before gluing! This will ensure properassembly as the NEMESIS is made fromnatural materials and minor adjustments mayhave to be made. The paint and plastic partsused in this kit are fuel proof. However, they arenot tolerant of many harsh chemicals includ-ing the following: paint thinner, cyano-acrylateglue accelerator, cyanoacrylate glue de-bonderand acetone. Do not let these chemicals comein contact with the colours on the covering andthe plastic parts.

NOTE:

HINGING THE AILERONS.

5) Turn the wing panel over and deflect theaileron in the opposite direction from theopposite side. Apply thin C/A glue to eachhinge, making sure that the C/A penetrates intoboth the aileron and wing panel.

6) Using C/A remover/debonder and apaper towel, remove any excess C/A glue thatmay have accumulated on the wing or in theaileron hinge area.

Hinge.

Hinge.

Hinge.

C/A glue.

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HINGING THE ELEVATOR.

8) After both ailerons are securely hinged,firmly grasp the wing panel and aileron tomake sure the hinges are securely glued andcannot be pulled out. Do this by carefullyapplying medium pressure, trying to separatethe aileron from the wing panel. Use cautionnot to crush the wing structure.

7) Repeat this process with the other wingpanel, securely hinging the aileron in place.

HINGING THE RUDDER.

Glue the elevator hinges in place using thesame techniques used to hinge the ailerons.

Glue the rudder hinges in place using thesame techniques used to hinge the ailerons.

Work the aileron up and down severaltimes to “work in” the hinges and checkfor proper movement.

Note:

Aileron control horn installation: See picturesbelow.

AILERON CONTROL HORN

M3 LOCK NUT.

ALUMINUM WASHER.

ALUMINUM WASHER.

CONTROL HORN M3 SCREW.

18mm.

Epoxy.

Epoxy.

Hinge.

2 sets.

M3x35mm.

Wingbottom.

Aileron control horn.

Wing Aileron

Wing Aileron

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ELEVATOR CONTROL HORN.

Install the elevator control horn using thesame method as with the aileron controlhorns.

2 sets.

M3x35mm.

Rudder control horn:Using the same techniques used aileroncontrol horn. See picture below.

2 sets.

M3x35mm.

Rudder control horn.RUDDER CONTROL HORN.

Elevator control horn.

M3 LOCK NUT.

ALUMINUM WASHER.

ALUMINUM WASHER.

CONTROL HORN M3 SCREW.

18mm.

Epoxy.

Epoxy.

HorizontalStabilizer. Elevator.

Stabilizer.Horizontal Elevator.

M3 LOCK NUT.

ALUMINUM WASHER.

ALUMINUM WASHER.

CONTROL HORN M3 SCREW.

18mm.

Epoxy.

Epoxy.

Fuselage. Rudder.

Fuselage. Rudder.

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3) Carefully bend the second nylon tubeup at a 45º angle. This tube is the vent tube.

1) Using a modeling knife, carefully cutoff the rear portion of one of the 3 nylon tubesleaving 1/2” protruding from the rear of thestopper. This will be the fuel pick up tube.

INSTALLING THE STOPPER ASSEMBLY.

Thread locker glue.

4) Test fit the stopper assembly into thetank. It may be necessary to remove some ofthe flashing around the tank opening using amodeling knife. If flashing is present, makesure none falls into the tank.

Important: When the stopper assembly is in-stalled in the tank, the top of the vent tubeshould rest just below the top surface of thetank. It should not touch the top of the tank.

Carefully use a lighter or heat gun topermenently set the angle of the vent tube.

See pictures below.Make yourself thetemplate of your engine on paper.

ENGINE MOUNT INSTALLATION.

Mark and drill 4 holes for engine mount. Insert 4 blind nuts to firewall.

M4 x 30mm.

2) Using a modeling knife, cut one lengthof silicon fuel line. Connect one end of the lineto the weighted fuel pick up and the other endto the nylon pick up tube.(The silicon tube isnot included).

Vent tube. Fuel pick up tube.

Fuel fill tube.

A.

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5) With the stopper assembly in place,the weighted pick-up should rest away fromthe rear of the tank and move freely inside thetank. The top of the vent tube should rest justbelow the top of the tank. It should not touchthe top of the tank.

6) When satisfied with the alignment ofthe stopper assembly tighten the 3 x 20mmmachine screw until the rubber stopper ex-pands and seals the tank opening. Do notovertighten the assembly as this could causethe tank to split.

You should mark which tube is the ventand which is the fuel pickup when you

attach fuel tubing to the tubes in the stopper.Once the tank is installed inside the fuselage,it may be difficult to determine which is which.

Fuel tank.

Fuel pick-up tube.

Fuel fill tube.

Vent tube.

1) Assemble and mounting the wheel pantsas shown in the following pictures.

WHEEL AND WHEEL PANTSINSTALLATION.

Blow through one of the lines to ensurethe fuel lines have not become kinked in-

side the fuel tank compartment. Air shouldflow through easily.

FUEL TANK INSTALLATION.

A.C/A glue.

Balsa wood not included.

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INSTALLING THE MAIN LANDING GEAR.

3) A drop of C/A glue on the wheel collarscrews will help keep them from coming loseduring operation.

Repeat the process for the other wheel.

M4x20mm.

C/A glue.

Locker glue.

Landing Gear. wheel Pant.

Locker glue.

wheel collar.

wheel.Axle.

Washer.

wheel Pant.

wheel.

M3.

wheel collar.

nut. Axle.

Washer.

M3.

2) Follow diagram below for wheel pantinstallation:

4.2mm.

12mm.

42mm

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1) Install the pushrod housing through thepredrilled hole in the firewall and into the servocompartment. The pushrod housing shouldprotrude 1/4" out past the front of the firewall. Make a Z-Bend 1/4" from one end of the plainwire pushrod.

MOUNTING THE ENGINE.

6) Attach the Z-Bend in the pushrod wire tothe throttle arm on the carburetor.

5) Bolt the engine to the engine mount usingthe four machine screws. Double check thatall the screws are tight before proceeding.

4) Remove the engine. Using an drill bit,drill the mounting holes through the enginemount at the four locations marked.

2) Place your engine onto the enginemount. Adjust the engine is centered of theedges of the engine case. 3) When you are satisfied with the align-

ment, mark the locations of the enginemounting.

2mm diameter.

COWLING INSTALLATION.

Machine Screw M3x25mm

115mm. Trim and cut.

Pushrod wire.

Trim and cut.

M3x10mm.

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Electric Conversion (Ep Power) (OPTION).

Trim and cut.

Epoxy.

Balsa block.

Epoxy.

115mm.

Epoxy.

4mm.

Machine Screw M3x10mm.

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INSTALLING THE SWITCH.

SPINNER INSTALLATION.

Install the switch into the precut hole in theside of fuselage.

Blind nut.

M3x15mm.

Battery.

Battery.

M3x15mm.

Speed control.

Electric motor.

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INSTALLING THE FUSELAGE SERVO.

Throttle servo .

Elevator servo .

Installing the aileron servo in place using thesame techniques used to flap servo.

INSTALLING THE AILERON SERVOS.

Servos. Small weight.

Thread.

Servo arm.

String.Small weight.

Install adjustable servo connector in the servoarm .

Adjustable Servoconnector.

Servo arm.

Loctite secure.

1 PCS.

Switch.

Rudder servo .

THROTTLE SERVO ARM INSTALLATION.

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Wing.

Aileron.

AILERON PUSHROD INSTALLATION

AILERON PUSHROD INSTALLATION

60mm.

60mm.

8mm.

Cut.

8mmSnap keeper.

Snap keeper.

Servo arm.

Attach the string to the servo lead and carefully thread it though the wing.

String.

Small Weight.

Wing. Wing rib.

M2x12mm.

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Pen.

Removing the covering.

Epoxy.

Epoxy.

Removing the covering.

Repeat the procedure for the other wing.

Wing.

Aileron.

M2 lock nut.

INSTALLING THE HORIZONTAL STABILIZER.

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INSTALLING THE VERTICAL STABILIZER.

Removing the covering.

Epoxy.

ELEVATOR - RUDDER PUSHROD HORNINSTALLATION.

Elevator control. Rudder control.

Elevator control.

HingeC/A glue.

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Elevator pushrod.

INSTALLING THE RECEIVER.

Receiver.

INSTALLING THE BATTERY.

Battery.

MOUNTING THE TAIL WHEEL.

See pictures below.

M2x20mm.

M3x12mm.

Elevator pushrod.

Rudder pushrod.

Wire keeper.

Control horn.

Metal clevis.

M2 lock nut.

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WING ASSEMBLY.

To correct this, move the battery and receiverforward orif this is not possible, stick weightonto the firewall.When balanced correctly, theairplane should sit level or slightly nose downwhen you lift it up with your fingers.

2) If the nose of the plane falls, the planeis nose heavy. To correct this first move thebattery pack further back in the fuselage. Ifthis is not possible or does not correct it, sticksmall amounts of lead weight on the fuselagesides under the horizontal stabilizer. If the tailof the plane falls, the plane is tail heavy.

1) It is critical that your airplane be bal-anced correctly. Improper balance will causeyour plane to lose control and crash. The cen-ter of gravity is locate 10cm back from theleading edge of the wing, measured at wingtip.

BALANCING.

Wing bolt.

10cm.

FLIGHT PREPARATION.

A) Check the operation and direction of the elevator, rudder, ailerons and throttle. B) Plug in your radio system per the

manufacturer's instructions and turn every-thing on.

CONTROL THROWS.

Ailerons: 12 Low rate 15 High rate

Elevator: 12 Low rate 15 High rate

Rudder: 20 Low rate 25 High rate

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C) Check the elevator first. Pull back onthe elevator stick. The elevator halves shouldmove up. If it they do not, flip the servo re-versing switch on your transmitter to changethe direction.

E)Check the throttle. Moving the throttlestick forward should open the carburetor bar-rel. If it does not, flip the servo reversing switchon your transmitter to change the direction.

D) Check the rudder. Looking from be-hind the airplane, move the rudder stick to theright. The rudder should move to the right. If itdoes not, flip the servo reversing switch onyour transmitter to change the direction.

3) Double check the balance of the air-plane. Do this with the fuel tank empty. 4) Check the control surfaces. All shouldmove in the correct direction and not bind inany way.

6) Check to ensure the control surfacesare moving the proper amount for both lowand high rate settings.

8) Properly balance the propeller. An outof balance propeller will cause excessive vi-bration which could lead to engine and/or air-frame failure.

We wish you many safe and enjoyable flights with your NEMESIS.

7) Check the receiver antenna. It shouldbe fully extended and not coiled up inside thefuselage.

5) If your radio transmitter is equippedwith dual rate switches double check that theyare on the low rate setting for your first fewflights.

2) Check every bolt and every glue jointin the NEMESIS to ensure that everything istight and well bonded.

F) From behind the airplane, look at theaileron on the right wing half. Move the aileronstick to the right. The right aileron should moveup and the other aileron should move down. Ifit does not, flip the servo reversing switch onyour transmitter to change the direction.

PREFLIGHT CHECK.

1) Completely charge your transmitterand receiver batteries before your first day offlying.