Hangar 9 Alpha 40 ARF Trainer - Manual (Page 11)

11 Hangar 9 Alpha 40 ARF Assembly Manual
 Step 5
Locate the fuel tank braces. The rectangular piece is the rear
brace, while the shaped one is the front brace.

Step 6
Test fit the braces in the fuselage. They will lock into the
sides of the fuselage when installed properly. Once fit, use
medium CA to glue the braces to the fuselage sides.
 Step 7
Use a hobby knife with a #11 blade to expose the two holes
for the fuselage hatch mounting screws.

Step 8
Slide the fuselage hatch in position on the fuselage. The tabs
will lock the front of the hatch in position.
 Step 9
Slide a #4 washer on a 3mm x 12mm socket head screw.
Place a drop of threadlock on the screw.

Step 10
Use a 2.5mm hex wrench or ball driver to tighten the
screw. Use two screws and washers to secure the hatch
to the fuselage.