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Receiver instructions:

The receiver antenna is best fully extended and routed away from other wires

where practical. Run the antenna out of the fuselage and up to the top of the fin

for best results. Use some tape to hold in place.

DO NOT shorten, cut or roll up the antenna as this will reduce the range of

control.

If using a 2.4 Ghz Receiver – install as per the manufacturers instructions.

GETTING READY TO FLY:

Always ensure that the transmitter is switched on, that the antenna is extended fully , that the throttle lever is

set at its lowest point ( stick to the bottom on the gimbal ) and the model is being held securely before

connecting the battery, this will prevent unexpected start ups which could cause injury.

OK, so having done that, the battery can be placed in its compartment under the nose and its red plug

connected to the socket inside. After a pause you will hear some “beeping” telling you that the battery, the

electronic speed control and the motor are all in communication. When the beeping stops, slowly advancing

the throttle will cause the motor to start and continue to speed up until full throttle is reached.

Having checked the motor, stop it by bringing the throttle lever back to full low and then, by moving the

elevator, aileron and rudder sticks, check that all surfaces move in the correct direction and by the required

amount. If any of these move in the wrong direction – Check the radio manufacturers manual for the

reversing switches, which may be able to correct the problem.

With the trims, (they are the small sliders alongside the sticks), in the central position, check that the

ailerons, rudder and elevator are properly aligned; if not, make adjustments to the appropriate clevises.

Having the surfaces properly aligned with the trims in the central position will ensure that the model on its

first flight will be near to being “in trim” and any minor out of trim condition will then be correctable by use of

the trim sliders. You may wish to engage the assistance of a modeller with some R/C experience to guide

you through this all important phase and also to cast his eye over the model to ensure all is correct.

The first task is to range check the radio equipment. Go to an area clear of trees and metal fences, like the

middle of a sports field to ensure clear reception.

Checking Radio Range

The range of this radio set is about 300 to 400 metres. Before your first flight, it is a necessary to check

whether you will have sufficient radio range to maintain control of the model. This is achieved by getting a

helper to hold the plane while you walk away from the plane, with the radio control and plane both turned on

and the aerial on the transmitter fully down. With everything set up correctly you should be able to walk 20 to

30 paces away before the servos begin to twitch around. If you only achieve a short distance before erratic

behaviour of the servos or motor then you must not fly. Check out and rectify the problem before attempting

to fly. Re-routing the aerial away from the battery and servo / motor leads will often help, or low batteries may

be the course!

This can all be done on a day while you are waiting for the best weather and an experienced radio flyer is

available to give you a hand.

LIMITATIONS OF FLYING AREAS :

Only fly your plane in areas that are suitable or selected for remote controlled aircraft. You must realise that

certain public areas are not allowed to be used for flying remote controlled aircraft. Check with your local

Council for approval before flying on sports ovals or parkland!

Keep your plane away from high power/ high voltage cables as they can cause interference of the radio

control system. Interference can result in loosing control of your plane, ultimately leading to a crash.

Don’t fly over or towards spectators or their vehicles. Don’t fly over buildings or houses. Fly where there is

enough space to safely land anywhere in the surrounding area. Don’t fly where there are lots of trees in the

area. ( trees are magnets to model aeroplanes!)

Stay away from busy roads. Flying in these areas can distract drivers and lead to an accident.

Don’t fly within a 6 kilometre radius of any airport or where full sized aircraft are flying.

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