Prepare The Model For Flying; Set The Control Throws - GREAT PLANES Firebat Instruction Manual

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9. Also place a mark on the leading edge of the wing
6-7/8" [175mm] from the fuselage, on both sides of the
model. You can use any of these marked locations to
balance the model. Note: The model will be balanced after
the fins are installed.
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10. Glue the fins to the top of the wing with 6-minute
epoxy. They may be glued on vertically or angled outwards
slightly, just be sure that both are at the same angle.
Note: Do not use an excessive amount of epoxy. Apply the
epoxy to the edges of the molded pockets and then press
the fins into place.
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11. Apply the decals to the model as desired. Use the box
cover as a guide in applying any decals. You can also use
colored felt-tip permanent marking pens to paint areas of
the model without adding any weight. Water based paints
may be used as well.

PREPARE THE MODEL FOR FLYING

Set the Control Throws

Note: Unless you are specifically checking the operation
of the motor, for safety remove the propeller from the
model while setting it up on your workbench.
IMPORTANT: Whenever connecting the battery always hold
onto the fuselage in case the motor accidentally receives
power and the propeller turns.
Note: Keep in mind that the canard is on the front of the
model, ahead of the C.G., not in the rear as is a normal
elevator. Therefore, the canard TE must deflect down to
obtain "up" elevator action.
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1. Turn on the transmitter and connect the battery to the
speed control in the model. Be certain the ailerons, canards
and motor respond as shown in the chart. If required, use
the reversing function in the transmitter to reverse any
controls so they respond correctly.
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2. Use the ATV function in the transmitter or adjust the
position of the pushrods on the servo arms or the control
horns on the canard (elevator) and ailerons to get the
control surface throws indicated in the chart on page 16.
The throws are measured at the widest part of the control
surface.
To increase the control surface throw, move the pushrod to
the hole that is closer-in on the control horn on the control
surface, or move the pushrod to the hole that is farther out
on the servo arm. To decrease the control surface throw, do
the opposite.
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