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GRAUPNER jodel robin dr 400/18 Instruction Manual

GRAUPNER jodel robin dr 400/18 Instruction Manual

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Order No. 9561
9561.M
Instructions
JODEL ROBIN DR 400/180
For glowplug or petrol engines up to 40 cc
and
electric power systems
This model requires a five-function radio control system
GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY
Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors
11/2010
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  • Page 1 JODEL ROBIN DR 400/180 For glowplug or petrol engines up to 40 cc electric power systems This model requires a five-function radio control system GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors 11/2010...
  • Page 2 When self-tapping screws have to be screwed into wood, apply a little white glue to prevent them shaking loose: just squirt white glue into the hole before fitting the screw. GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors 11/2010...
  • Page 3 Order No. COMPACT 45 x 25 cm LiPo 3/5200 COMPACT 2970.R 740 Z 1328.45.25 11.1 V / 5.2 Ah CONTROL 90S 7780 9752.3 7208 GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors 11/2010...
  • Page 4 We particularly recommend MC-22s to MC-24 computer systems. The model is designed for standard-sized servos. We recommend the following receiver power supply: two GRAUPNER 5N-5000 NiMH packs, Order No.98903.5, which should be maintained carefully before and after each flying session. Please note that batteries of this type do not reach full capacity until they have been charged and discharged (cycled) several times.
  • Page 5 0.5 mm wide at the hinge line. Check that the ailerons line up neatly with the wingtips. GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors...
  • Page 6 Set the servos to centre from the transmitter before fitting the output levers on the servo output shafts. GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors 11/2010...
  • Page 7 The servo leads can now be pulled through the wing panels using a length of thread: tie the thread to the servo lead just behind the connector, then pull it through until it appears at the root rib. GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors 11/2010...
  • Page 8 Now offer up the landing flaps to the wings and tape them in place temporarily. Fit the retaining screws to fix the hinges to the flaps. GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors 11/2010...
  • Page 9 Remove the film over the channels using the tip of a hot soldering iron. Insert the undercarriage leg in the channel prior to marking the position of the two saddle clamps and the wheel fairing support block. GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors 11/2010...
  • Page 10 The final stage on the wing is to install the landing searchlight. Fit the two LEDs in the white plastic holder as shown in the following photographs, and secure them with a little UHU Kraftkleber. GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors 11/2010...
  • Page 11 In both cases the tailplane panels are attached to the fin using an aluminium joiner tube and eight socket-head screws GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors 11/2010...
  • Page 12 Attach the rudder to the fin using the hinges supplied; the technique is exactly as described for the ailerons. Glue the dummy light unit in the recess in the rudder. GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors 11/2010...
  • Page 13 Loosen the grubscrew in the end face of the spring strut, slip the wheel axle through the cross-hole, and tighten the grubscrew firmly to clamp the axle. GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors 11/2010...
  • Page 14 Attach the elevators to the tailplane panels by installing the hinges, as described for the ailerons and rudder, and fit the horns as described for the ailerons. GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors...
  • Page 15 Remember to attach the appropriate extension leads to the elevator servo leads before installing the servos by screwing them in the openings in the fuselage sides. GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors 11/2010...
  • Page 16 (serves later as overflow when the tank is filled). Extend each tube with a piece of fuel tubing so that they extend to the top and bottom of the tank respectively. GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors 11/2010...
  • Page 17 Ensure that the support rests against the firewall, and is located centrally. Allow the glued joint to set hard before installing the fueltank on it. GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors...
  • Page 18 If you intend to install an MVVS 40, it should be attached to the firewall using the engine mount, Order No. 2781.300. GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors 11/2010...
  • Page 19 Position the cowl on the fuselage in such a way that there is about 2 mm clearance all round between the front face of the cowl and the rear face GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors...
  • Page 20 Mark the position of the screw-holes on the firewall to suit the electric motor you are using, and install the motor and bulkhead as shown in the photo. GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors...
  • Page 21 File a slot in the end of the hatch so that it can be slipped under the screw-head in order to secure it, as shown in the photograph. GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors...
  • Page 22 Allow the glued joints to set hard before attaching the clear canopy to the fuselage; you can glue it in place or use small screws. GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors...
  • Page 23 35 mm right and left Landing flaps take-off 15 mm down landing 60 mm down We recommend that you set 30% Exponential values at the transmitter. GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors 11/2010...
  • Page 24 All that remains is to wish you many hours of pleasure flying your JODEL ROBIN DR 400/180. Yours - the team ! GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors 11/2010...
  • Page 25: Safety Notes And Warnings

    You alone are responsible for the safe operation of your radio-controlled • model aircraft and engine. GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors 11/2010...
  • Page 26 (e.g. propeller, linkages, control surfaces etc.) is in good condition and undamaged. If you find a fault, do not fly the model until you have corrected it. GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors 11/2010...
  • Page 27 Your local model shop should have a copy which you can read. Models fitted with glowplug / spark-ignition GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors...
  • Page 28 Unless otherwise prescribed by binding law, the obligation of the GRAUPNER company to pay compensation, regardless of the legal argument employed, is excluded. This includes personal...
  • Page 29 This declaration, and the claims, rights and obligations arising from it, are based exclusively on the pertinent German Law, without the norms of international private law, and excluding UN retail law. GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors 11/2010...
  • Page 30 If the model is not to be operated for a considerable time it is important to clean • and re-lubricate all the moving parts. GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY Modifications reserved. No liability for printing errors 11/2010...