Great Planes SPAD XIII EP WWI Parkflyer ARF - GPMA1143 - Manual (Page 22)

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in the proximity of full-scale aircraft. Where necessary,
an observer shall be utilized to supervise fl ying to avoid
having models fl y in the proximity of full-scale aircraft.
3) Where established, I will abide by the safety rules for the
fl ying site I use, and I will not willfully and deliberately fl y my
models in a careless, reckless and/or dangerous manner.
5) I will not fl y my model unless it is identifi ed with my name
and address or AMA number, on or in the model. Note:
This does not apply to models while being fl own indoors.
7) I will not operate models with pyrotechnics (any device
that explodes, burns, or propels a projectile of any kind).
Radio Control
1) I will have completed a successful radio equipment ground
check before the fi rst fl ight of a new or repaired model.
2) I will not fl y my model aircraft in the presence of spectators
until I become a qualifi ed fl ier, unless assisted by an
experienced helper.
3) At all fl ying sites a straight or curved line(s) must be
established in front of which all fl ying takes place with the
other side for spectators. Only personnel involved with
fl ying the aircraft are allowed at or in the front of the fl ight
line. Intentional fl ying behind the fl ight line is prohibited.
4) I will operate my model using only radio control frequencies
currently allowed by the Federal Communications Commission.
5) I will not knowingly operate my model within three miles
of any pre-existing fl ying site except in accordance with
the frequency sharing agreement listed [in the complete
AMA Safety Code].
9) Under no circumstances may a pilot or other person touch
a powered model in fl ight; nor should any part of the
model other than the landing gear, intentionally touch
the ground, except while landing.
CHECK LIST
During the last few moments of preparation your mind may
be elsewhere anticipating the excitement of the fi rst fl ight.
Because of this, you may be more likely to overlook certain
checks and procedures that should be performed before
the model is fl own. To help avoid this, a check list is provided
to make sure these important areas are not overlooked.
Many are covered in the instruction manual, so where
appropriate, refer to the manual for complete instructions.
Be sure to check the items off as they are completed.
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1. Check the motor for secure attachment.
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2. Check the cowl for secure attachment and proper
alignment.
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3. Balance your propeller (and spare propellers).
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4. Tighten the propeller nut and check to make sure that
a prop washer is in place.
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5. Rotate the propeller a full turn. Check for free rotation
of the prop.
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6. Check the wheels for free rotation, the axles and landing
gear for security, and add a drop of light machine oil to
the axles.
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7. Make sure all hinges are securely glued in place.
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8. Check the control horns for secure attachment to the
control surfaces.
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9. Pull/push on each of the pushrods and check to see
that the adjustable pushrod connectors do not slip.
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10. Check the servo arms for secure attachment and make
sure that the arm screws are in place and are tight.
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11. Reinforce holes for wood screws with thin CA where
appropriate (servo mounting screws, etc.).
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12. Check that all servo connectors are fully plugged into
their respective channels on the receiver.
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13. Make sure any servo extension cords you may have
used do not interfere with other systems (servo arms,
pushrods, etc.).
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14. Check the receiver for secure attachment. This must
not be “stuffed into place.”
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15. Balance your model laterally as explained in the
instructions.
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16. Check the C.G. according to the measurements
provided in the manual.
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17. Place your name, address, AMA number and telephone
number on or inside your model.
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18. Fully charge your transmitter battery and check the
battery voltage after it is charged.
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19. Range-check your radio at the fl ying fi eld.
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20. Confi rm that all controls operate in the correct
direction and the throws are set up according to the
manual.
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21. If you wish to photograph your model, do so before
your fi rst fl ight.
FLYING
CAUTION (THIS APPLIES TO ALL R/C AIRPLANES):
If, while fl ying, you notice an alarming or unusual sound
such as a low-pitched “buzz,” this may indicate control
surface fl utter. Flutter occurs when a control surface (such
as an aileron or elevator) or a fl ying surface (such as a
wing or stab) rapidly vibrates up and down (thus causing
the noise). In extreme cases, if not detected immediately,
fl utter can actually cause the control surface to detach
or the fl ying surface to fail, thus causing loss of control
followed by an impending crash. The best thing to do
when fl utter is detected is to slow the model immediately
by reducing power, then land as soon as safely possible.
Identify which surface fl uttered (so the problem may
be resolved) by checking all the servo grommets for
deterioration or signs of vibration. Make certain all
pushrod linkages are secure and free of play. If it fl uttered
once, under similar circumstances it will probably fl utter
again unless the problem is fi xed. Some things which
can cause fl utter are: Excessive hinge gap, not mounting
control horns solidly, poor fi t of clevis pin in horn, side-
play of wire pushrods caused by large bends, excessive
free play in servo gears, insecure servo mounting, and
fl ying an over-powered model at excessive speeds.