Table Of Contents; Introduction; Safety Precautions - GREAT PLANES Rapture 40 Instruction Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION.................................................................................2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS...................................................................2
ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED......................................................3
Hardware & Accessories.............................................................3
Adhesives & Building Supplies....................................................3
Covering & Covering Tools ..........................................................4
Optional Supplies & Tools ...........................................................4
IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES .......................................................4
TYPES OF WOOD..............................................................................5
METRIC CONVERSIONS...................................................................5
DIE-CUT PATTERNS..........................................................................6
BUILD THE TAIL SURFACES ............................................................7
Build the Fin & Rudder................................................................7
Build the Stab & Elevators ..........................................................8
Hinge the Elevators & Rudder.....................................................8
BUILD THE WING.............................................................................11
Build the Wing Panels ...............................................................11
Make the Ailerons .....................................................................16
Join the Wing.............................................................................17
Finish the Wing..........................................................................18
BUILD THE FUSELAGE...................................................................19
Frame the Fuselage ..................................................................19
Mount the Wing .........................................................................21
Install the Guide Tubes, Fuel Tank & Engine ............................22
Build the Front Turtledeck..........................................................24
Build the Rear Turtledeck ..........................................................25
COVER THE MODEL .......................................................................28
Prepare the Model for Covering ................................................28
Cover the Model ........................................................................29
FINAL ASSEMBLY...........................................................................30
Glue on the Stab & Fin .............................................................30
Join the Control Surfaces..........................................................31
Hook Up the Controls................................................................31
Complete the Radio Installation ................................................34
Finish the Cockpit......................................................................35
Apply the Decals .......................................................................36
GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY ..................................................36
Check the Control Directions ....................................................36
Set the Control Throws..............................................................36
Balance the Model (C.G.)..........................................................36
Balance the Model Laterally......................................................37
PREFLIGHT......................................................................................37
Identify Your Model ....................................................................37
Charge the Batteries .................................................................37
Balance the Propellers ..............................................................38
Ground Check ...........................................................................38
Range Check.............................................................................38
ENGINE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS..................................................38
AMA SAFETY CODE (excerpt).......................................................39
CHECK LIST ....................................................................................39
FLYING .............................................................................................39
Takeoff .......................................................................................40
Flight..........................................................................................40
Landing......................................................................................40
TWO VIEW DRAWING .............................................Back Cover Page
FUSELAGE/WING PLAN ...............................Center Pull-Out Section

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Great Planes Rapture 40
The Rapture 40 is a dual-purpose airplane. It's the perfect
low-wing trainer for pilots who have already mastered their
high-wing trainer. And it's also perfect for modelers who
have already mastered flying, but haven't yet built a model
from a kit.
For the latest technical updates or manual corrections to the
Rapture 40 visit the Great Planes web site at
www.greatplanes.com. Open the "Airplanes" link, then
select the Rapture 40. 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.
PROTECT YOUR MODEL, YOURSELF
& OTHERS...FOLLOW THESE
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Your Rapture 40 should not be considered a toy, but
rather a sophisticated, working model that functions very
much like a full-size airplane. Because of its performance
capabilities, the Rapture 40, if not assembled and operated
correctly, could possibly cause injury to yourself or
spectators and damage to property.
2. You must assemble the model according to the
instructions. Do not alter or modify the model, as doing so
may result in an unsafe or unflyable model. In a few cases
the instructions may differ slightly from the photos. In those
instances the written instructions should be considered
as correct.
3. You must take time to build straight, true and strong.
4. You must use an R/C radio system that is in first-class
condition, and a correctly sized engine and components
(fuel tank, wheels, etc.) throughout the building process.
5. You must correctly install all R/C and other components
so that the model operates correctly on the ground and in
the air.
6. You must check the operation of the model before every
flight to insure that all equipment is operating and that the
model has remained structurally sound. Be sure to check
clevises or other connectors often and replace them if they
show any signs of wear or fatigue.
7. If you are not already an experienced R/C pilot, you
should fly the model only with the help of a competent,
experienced R/C pilot.
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