Safety Precautions; Decisions You Must Make; Radio Equipment; Additional Items Required - GREAT PLANES Fling DL ARF Instruction Manual

PROTECT YOUR MODEL, YOURSELF
& OTHERS...FOLLOW THESE
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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.
1. Your Fling DL ARF 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 Fling DL ARF, 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 correctly install all R/C and other components
so that the model operates correctly on the ground and in
the air.
5. 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.
6. If you are not an experienced pilot or have not flown this
type of model before, we recommend that you get the
assistance of an experienced pilot in your R/C club for your
first flights. If you're not a member of a club, your local hobby
shop has information about clubs in your area whose
membership includes experienced pilots.
We, as the kit manufacturer, provide you with a top
quality, thoroughly tested kit and instructions, but
ultimately the quality and flyability of your finished model
depends on how you build it; therefore, we cannot in any
way guarantee the performance of your completed
model, and no representations are expressed or implied
as to the performance or safety of your completed model.
Remember: Take your time and follow the instructions to
end up with a well-built model that is straight and true.

DECISIONS YOU MUST MAKE

This is a partial list of items required to finish the Fling DL ARF
that may require planning or decision making before starting to
build. Order numbers are provided in parentheses.

Radio Equipment

❏
4 channel radio
❏
Y-harness (HCAM2500) or two 12" [300mm]
extensions (HCAM2100) utilizing a radio with
flaperon mixing
❏
Great Planes ElectriFly
crystal (GPML0044 for low band, GPML0045 for
high band)
❏
Low band receiver crystal for Great Planes mini
receivers (channels 11 to 35, FUTL62**)
❏
High band receiver crystal for Great Planes mini
receivers (channels 36 to 60, FUTL63**)
❏
(4) Futaba ® S3108 micro servos (FUTM0042)
❏
Great Planes 4.8V 350 mAh NiMH receiver battery
(GPMP0950)

ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED

Adhesives & Building Supplies
In addition to common household tools and hobby tools, this
is the "short list" of the most important items required to
build the Fling DL ARF. Great Planes Pro™ CA and Epoxy
glue are recommended.
❏
1/4" [6mm] R/C foam rubber – (HCAQ1000)
❏
1/2 oz. [15g] Thin Pro CA (GPMR6001)
❏
Pro 30-minute epoxy (GPMR6047)
❏
Plan Protector (GPMR6167) or wax paper
❏
#1 Hobby knife (HCAR0105)
❏
#11 Blades (5-pack, HCAR0211)
❏
2 oz. [57g] Spray CA activator (GPMR6035)
❏
Mixing cups (GPMR8056)
❏
Epoxy brushes (6, GPMR8060)
❏
Builder's Triangle Set (HCAR0480)
3
™ 4-channel mini receiver w/o