HITEC FunCub - Manual (Page 7)

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give the machine a powerful straight launch, with the wings
and fuselage level. Use the controls to hold the model in a
steady, gentle climb - remember to keep the rate of ascent
shallow and the airspeed high!
Allow the aeroplane to climb to a safe height, then adjust the
trims on the transmitter until it flies in a perfectly straight line
“hands off”. While the model is still at a safe altitude, throttle
back and try out the controls on the glide. Carry out a “dry run”
landing approach at a safe height so that you are prepared for
the real landing when the battery runs flat.
Don’t try any tight turns at first, and especially not on the landing
approach at low altitude. It is always better to land safely at
some distance from you, than to force the model back to your
feet and risk a heavy landing.
31. Safety
Safety is the First Commandment when flying any model
aircraft.
Third party insurance should be considered a basic essential.
If you join a model club suitable cover will usually be available
through the organisation. It is your personal responsibility to
ensure that your insurance is adequate. Make it your job to
keep your models and your radio control system in perfect
order at all times. Check the correct charging procedure for the
batteries you are using. Make use of all sensible safety
systems and precautions which are advised for your system.
An excellent source of practical accessories is the MULTIPLEX
main catalogue, as our products are designed and
manufactured exclusively by practising modellers for other
practising modellers.
Always fly with a responsible attitude. You may think that flying
low over other people’s heads is proof of your piloting skill;
others know better. The real expert does not need to prove
himself in such childish ways. Let other pilots know that this is
what you think too.
Always fly in such a way that you do not endanger yourself or
others. Bear in mind that even the best RC system in the world
is subject to outside interference. No matter how many years
of accident-free flying you have under your belt, you have no
idea what will happen in the next minute.
We - the MULTIPLEX team - hope you have many hours of
pleasure building and flying your new model.
MULTIPLEX Modellsport GmbH & Co. KG
Product development and maintenance
Klaus Michler