Table Of Contents; Introduction; Ama; Safety Precautions - GREAT PLANES ultimate! Instruciton Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ....................................................................2
AMA........................................................................................2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.......................................................2
DECISIONS YOU MUST MAKE .............................................3
Radio Equipment .............................................................3
Engine Recommendations...............................................3
ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED..........................................4
Required Hardware & Accessories..................................4
Optional Supplies & Tools ................................................4
IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES ...........................................4
METRIC CONVERSIONS ......................................................5
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS ...................................5
COMMON ABBREVIATIONS.................................................5
KIT INSPECTION ...................................................................6
KIT CONTENTS .....................................................................6
PREPARATIONS ....................................................................7
ASSEMBLE THE WINGS .......................................................7
Install the Ailerons ...........................................................7
Install the Aileron Servo & Pushrods ...............................8
Join the Bottom Wing.......................................................9
Install the Center Cabanes & "I" Struts ..........................11
Assemble the Top Wing .................................................13
Mount the Belly Pan.......................................................14
ASSEMBLE THE FUSELAGE .............................................14
Install the Elevators & Rudder .......................................15
Build the Carry Handle ..................................................15
Assemble the Landing Gear & Wheel Pants .................16
Install the Elevator & Rudder Servos.............................18
Install the Tail Wires .......................................................19
Install the Engine ...........................................................20
Install the Fuel Tank .......................................................23
Install the Cowl...............................................................24
Install the Receiver, Battery & Complete
the Aileron Connections.................................................25
FINISHING TOUCHES..........................................................27
Apply the Decals ............................................................27
GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY ......................................27
Check the Control Directions .........................................27
Set the Control Throws ..................................................27
Balance the Model (C.G.) ..............................................28
Balance the Model Laterally ..........................................29
PREFLIGHT .........................................................................29
Identify Your Model.........................................................29
Charge the Batteries......................................................29
Balance the Propellers...................................................29
Ground Check................................................................29
Range Check .................................................................29
ENGINE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS......................................30
AMA SAFETY CODE (excerpts).........................................30
General ..........................................................................30
Radio Control .................................................................30
CHECK LIST ........................................................................31
FLYING .................................................................................31
Fuel Mixture Adjustments ..............................................31
Takeoff............................................................................32
Flight ..............................................................................32
Landing ..........................................................................32
FUJI-IMVAC BT-43 EIS ENGINE MOUNTING TEMPLATE .....33
1.60 ENGINE MOUNTING TEMPLATE ...................33
O.S.

INTRODUCTION

Any model called the "Ultimate" better be as good as it
sounds. The Great Planes Ultimate has been designed with
an eye on high performance and light weight. You will find
that there is not much this airplane cannot do. You are only
limited by your own abilities. We have no doubt that you too
will find it the "Ultimate" in model flying.
For the latest technical updates or manual corrections to the
"Ultimate" visit the
www.greatplanes.com. Open the "Airplanes" link, then
select the "Ultimate" ARF. If there is new technical
information or changes to this model a "tech notice" box will
appear in the upper left corner of the page.
We urge you to join the AMA (Academy of Model
Aeronautics) and a local R/C club. The AMA is the governing
body of model aviation and membership is required to fly at
AMA clubs. Though joining the AMA provides many benefits,
one of the primary reasons to join is liability protection.
Coverage is not limited to flying at contests or on the club
field. It even applies to flying at public demonstrations and
air shows. Failure to comply with the Safety Code (excerpts
printed in the back of the manual) may endanger insurance
coverage. Additionally, training programs and instructors are
available at AMA club sites to help you get started the right
way. There are over 2,500 AMA chartered clubs across the
country. Contact the AMA at the address or toll-free phone
number below.
IMPORTANT!!! Two of the most important things you can do
to preserve the radio controlled aircraft hobby are to avoid
flying near full-scale aircraft and avoid flying near or over
groups of people.
PROTECT YOUR MODEL, YOURSELF
& OTHERS...FOLLOW THESE
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Your "Ultimate" should not be considered a toy, but rather
a sophisticated, working model that functions very much like
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AMA

Academy of Model Aeronautics
5151 East Memorial Drive
Muncie, IN 47302
Tele: (800) 435-9262
Fax (765) 741-0057
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