Great Planes Proud Bird ARF - GPMA1260 - Manual (Page 3)

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5. If you are not an experienced pilot or have not fl own this type
of model before, we recommend that you get the assistance
of an experienced pilot in your R/C club for your fi rst fl ights.
If you’re not a member of a club, your local hobby shop has
information about clubs in your area whose membership
includes experienced pilots.
6. WARNING: The cowl and wheel pants included in this kit
are made of fi berglass, the fi bers of which may cause eye,
skin and respiratory tract irritation. Never blow into a part
(wheel pant, cowl) to remove fi berglass dust, as the dust
will blow back into your eyes. Always wear safety goggles, a
particle mask and rubber gloves when grinding, drilling and
sanding fi berglass parts. Vacuum the parts and the work area
thoroughly after working with fi berglass parts.
We, as the kit manufacturer, provide you with a top quality,
thoroughly tested kit and instructions, but ultimately the
quality and fl yability of your fi nished model depends on how
you build it; therefore, we cannot in any way guarantee the
performance of your completed model, and no representations
are expressed or implied as to the performance or safety of
your completed model.
Remember: Take your time and follow the instructions to
end up with a well-built model that is straight and true.
DECISIONS YOU MUST MAKE
This is a partial list of items required to fi nish the Proud Bird
that may require planning or decision making before starting
to build. Order numbers are provided in parentheses.
Battery Recommendations
The recommended battery for the Proud Bird that meets EF1
rules for maximum voltage and weight is:
❍ FlightPower LiPo Pro50 4S 14.8V 2550mAh 50C
(FPWP5041)
In addition to a battery, a LiPo battery charger is also required
and there are several that will work (depending on your budget
and requirements). A safe, economical charger is the Great
Planes ElectriFly Triton Jr DC Computer Charger. TheTriton
Jr will require a DC power source as well as a Great Planes
Equinox™ LiPo Cell Balancer in order to safely charge LiPo
batteries. If wall charging is a priority, an AC 12-Volt power
source must also be purchased separately. A suitable power
supply for the PolyCharge4 is the Great Planes 12V 12A DC
power supply. Some pilots prefer to have several batteries
and charge them faster so they can fl y more. For charging
up to four batteries faster at the same time, the Great Planes
PolyCharge4™ DC-powered LiPo charger is recommended.
Like the Triton Jr, the PolyCharge4 does not have an internal
LiPo cell balancer which is a critical component in making sure
your LiPo batteries charge effi ciently and evenly. So, for each
LiPo battery you wish to charge simultaneously, one Great
Planes Equinox™ LiPo Cell Balancer will also be required.
Finally, the PolyCharge4 does not have AC capability, so if
wall charging is a priority, a separate AC 12-Volt power source
must also be purchased separately. A suitable power supply
for the PolyCharge4 is the Great Planes 12V 12A DC power
supply. Part numbers for the products mentioned here are:
❍ Great Planes ElectriFly Triton Jr DC Computer
Charger (GPMM3152)
❍ Great Planes PolyCharge4 DC 4 Output LiPo Charger
(GPMM3015)
❍ Great Planes ElectriFly Equinox LiPo Cell Balancer
(GPMM3160)
❍ Great Planes 12V 12A Switching DC Power Supply
(GPMP0901)
Radio Equipment
Three micro servos are required for the Proud Bird. Futaba
S3115 micro servos are shown in the manual. S3102 micro
servos can also be used.
❍ Futaba S3115 Micro Precision Servo (FUTM0415)
❍ Futaba S3102 Aircraft Micro Metal Gears Servo
(FUTM0034)
Motor Recommendations
The O.S. .25 brushless motor is shown in the assembly
instructions of this manual. Also recommended is the RimFire
35-45-1200 motor. A 60A minimum ESC is also required. We
recommend the Castle Creations Ice Lite 75A ESC. If using
the recommended ESC, you will also need to purchase a male
Deans Ultra connector. Part numbers for these recommended
components are provided below.
❍ O.S. .25 Brushless Motor (OSMG9525)
❍ RimFire EF 1 35-45-1200 Motor (GPMG4630)
❍ Castle Creations Phoenix Ice Lite 75 25V ESC
(CSEM7000)
❍ W.S. Deans
® Male Ultra Plug ® (2) (WSDM1302)
The Proud Bird is not just for racing. It is a very capable
sport plane and fl ies well using a more conservative power
system. Part numbers for the recommended sports setup
are provided below:
❍ Great Planes RimFire .15 35-36-1200 Outrunner
Brushless (GPMG4620)
❍ Great Planes Silver Series 45A Brushless ESC 5V/2A
BEC (GPMM1840)
❍ Great Planes Bullet Adapter 4mm Male/3.5mm
Female (3) (GPMM3123)
❍ FlightPower LiPo Pro50 3S 11.1V 2550mAh 50C
(FPWP5040)
ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED
Propeller
The EF1 racing rules state that the APC 8x8E propeller is
the only allowable prop. If you plan to fl y our recommended