Great Planes Giles G-202 46 Kit - GPMA0238 - Manual (Page 45)

Since you have chosen the Giles G-202 we assume that
you are an experienced modeler. Therefore, you should
already know about AMA chartered flying fields and other
safe places to fly. If for some reason you are a relatively
inexperienced modeler, and have not been informed, we
strongly suggest that the best place to fly is an AMA
chartered club field. Ask the AMA or your local hobby shop
dealer if there is a club in your area and join. Club fields are
set up for R/C flying and that makes your outing safer and
more enjoyable. The AMA address and telephone number
is in the front of this manual.
If a club and flying site are not available, find a large,
grassy area at least 6 miles away from houses, buildings
and streets and any other R/C radio operation like R/C
boats and R/C cars. A schoolyard may look inviting but is
too close to people, power lines and possible radio
interference.
If you are not thoroughly familiar with the operation of R/C
models, ask an experienced modeler to inspect your radio
installation and confirm that all the control surfaces respond
correctly to transmitter inputs. The engine operation must
also be checked by confirming that the engine idles reliably
and transitions smoothly and rapidly to full power, and
maintains full power indefinitely. The engine must be
“broken-in” on the ground by running it for at least two
tanks of fuel. Follow the engine manufacturer ’s
recommendations for break-in. Make sure all screws
remain tight, that the hinges are secure and that the prop is
on tight.
Whenever you go to the flying field, check the operational
range of the radio before the first flight of the day. First,
make sure no one else is on your frequency (channel).
With your transmitter antenna collapsed and the receiver
and transmitter on, you should be able to walk at least 100
feet away from the model and still have control. While you
work the controls have a helper stand by your model and
tell you what the control surfaces are doing.
Repeat this test with the engine running at various
speeds with a helper holding the model. If the control
surfaces are not always responding correctly, do not fly!
Find and correct the problem first. Look for loose servo
connections or corrosion, loose bolts that may cause
vibration, a defective on/off switch, low battery voltage or a
defective cell, a damaged receiver antenna, or a receiver
crystal that may have been damaged from a previous crash.
Note: Failure to follow these safety precautions may
result in severe injury to yourself and others.
Keep all engine fuel in a safe place, away from high heat,
sparks or flames, as fuel is very flammable. Do not smoke
near the engine or fuel. Remember that the engine exhaust
gives off a great deal of deadly carbon monoxide. Do not
run the engine in a closed room or garage.
Get help from an experienced pilot when learning to
operate engines.
Use safety glasses when starting or running engines.
Do not run the engine in an area of loose gravel or sand;
the propeller may throw such material in your face or eyes.
Keep your face and body as well as all spectators away
from the plane of rotation of the propeller as you start and
run the engine.
Keep ALL items away from the prop, including: radio neck
straps, loose clothing, shirt sleeves, ties, scarfs, long hair or
loose objects such as pencils, screwdrivers that may fall
out of shirt or jacket pockets into the prop.
When using a “chicken stick” or electric starter, follow the
instructions supplied with the starter or stick. Make certain
the glow plug clip or connector is secure so that it will not
pop off or otherwise get into the running propeller.
Make all engine adjustments from behind the rotating
propeller.
The engine gets hot! Do not touch it during or after
operation. Make sure fuel lines are in good condition so
fuel will not leak onto a hot engine causing a fire.
To stop the engine, cut off the fuel supply by closing off the
fuel line or follow the engine manufacturer’s recommendations.
Do not use hands, fingers or any body part to try to stop the
engine. Do not throw anything into the prop of a running engine.
Read and abide by the following Academy of Model
Aeronautics Official Safety Code:
General
1. I will not fly my model aircraft in sanctioned events, air
shows, or model flying demonstrations until it has been
proven to be airworthy by having been previously
successfully flight tested.
AMA SAFETY CODE (excerpt)
Engine Safety Precautions
Range Check Your Radio
Ground Check the Model
Find a Safe Place to Fly
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