Table Of Contents; Introduction; Ama; Safety Precautions - GREAT PLANES J-3 Cub Instruction Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ...............................................................2
AMA...................................................................................2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS..................................................2
LITHIUM BATTERY HANDLING & USAGE .....................3
DECISIONS YOU MUST MAKE ........................................3
Radio Equipment & Electronics...................................3
Electronic Speed Control (ESC)..................................4
ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED.....................................4
Adhesives & Building Supplies....................................4
Optional Supplies & Tools ...........................................4
IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES ......................................4
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS ..............................4
COMMON ABBREVIATIONS............................................4
KIT INSPECTION ..............................................................5
KIT CONTENTS ................................................................5
ASSEMBLE THE AIRPLANE............................................6
Install the Aileron Servo ..............................................6
Install the Wing Panels ................................................6
Assemble the Aileron Pushrods ..................................7
Install the Wing Struts .................................................8
Install the Horizontal Stabilizer & Rudder ...................9
Install the Tail Servos & Linkages ...............................9
Install the Electronics & Propeller .............................10
Assemble the Landing Gear......................................11
GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY .................................11
Check the Control Directions ....................................11
Set the Control Throws..............................................11
Balance the Model (C.G.)..........................................12
PREFLIGHT.....................................................................12
Identify Your Model ....................................................12
Charge the Batteries .................................................12
Range Check.............................................................12
AMA SAFETY CODE (excerpts)....................................13
CHECK LIST ...................................................................13
FLYING ............................................................................13
Takeoff .......................................................................13
Flight..........................................................................14
Landing......................................................................14
Repair ........................................................................14

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for your purchase of the Great Planes ElectriFly
FlatOuts J-3 Cub! This stand-off scale Cub can be assembled
in as little as an hour, and the foam construction can be
repaired on site to get you back into the air as quickly as it
takes to top off the battery in your radio. The FlatOuts J-3 Cub
can comfortably fly in a large gymnasium at slow speeds, or fly
with authority outdoors on a day of light, 5 mph or less wind.
And the best features, the economical price and quick build
time of the FlatOuts J-3 Cub, will allow you to fly without the
worry of damage to an expensive or time consuming model.
For the latest technical updates or manual corrections to the
FlatOuts J-3 Cub visit the Great Planes web site at
www.greatplanes.com. Open the "Airplanes" link, and then
select the FlatOuts J-3 Cub. 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 FlatOuts J-3 Cub should not be considered a toy, but
rather a sophisticated, working model that functions very
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much like a full-size airplane. Because of its performance
capabilities, the FlatOuts J-3 Cub, 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.
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AMA

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