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ACE R/C 1400 Glider Operation Manual

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Whisper 1400 Glider
Distributed by Ace Hobby Distributors, Inc. • 116 W 19th ST, Higginsville, MO 64037
Phone: 660-584-7121 • www.acehobby.com • E-mail: acehobby@ctcis.net
Warranty
This kit is guaranteed to be free from defects in material and workmanship at the date of purchase. It does not
cover any damage caused by use or modification. The warranty does not extend beyond the product itself and is limited
only to the original cost of the kit.
By the act of building this user-assembled kit, the user accepts all resulting lliability for damage caused by the
final product. If the buyer is not prepared to accept this liability, it can be returned new and unused to the place
of purchase for a refund.
Notice: Adult Supervision Required
This is not a toy. Assembly and flying of this product requires adult supervision.
Read through this book completely and become familiar with the assembly and flight of this airplane. Inspect all
parts for completeness and damage. If you encounter any problems, call 660-584-6724 for help.
Operation Manual
Ace R/C Whisper 1400 Glider R/C Sailplane (4104-F)
Specifications:
Wingspan:
55"(1400mm)
Length:
32.5"(825mm)
Wing area:
323 sq. in.
Weight:
16 oz.(453g)
JE6103

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  • Page 1 Wing area: 323 sq. in. Weight: 16 oz.(453g) Ace R/C Whisper 1400 Glider R/C Sailplane (4104-F) Distributed by Ace Hobby Distributors, Inc. • 116 W 19th ST, Higginsville, MO 64037 Phone: 660-584-7121 • www.acehobby.com • E-mail: acehobby@ctcis.net Warranty This kit is guaranteed to be free from defects in material and workmanship at the date of purchase. It does not cover any damage caused by use or modification.

  • Page 2: Pre-Assembly

    Modeling Organizations The Whisper is a serious radio-controlled model aiplane and you should obtain airplane check-out and flight training from an experience pilot to insure maximum enjoyment and success from the R/C experience. There are thousands of clubs in the U.S. that have training programs and are very willing to help. Also, it is recommended that you join one of the following organizations.
  • Page 3 Figure 1. Contents Left Wing Right Wing Canopy Fuselage Fin/Rudder Wing Joiner Rubber Band Stabilizer/Elevator Wing Protector Transmitter Velcro Mini-Start...

  • Page 4: Main Wing Assembly

    II. Assembly Follow the assembly steps. We have illustrated each step and provided text to explain the process. Main Wing Assembly After the epoxy has cured, draw a center line on Note that each wing panel is actually two pieces with the wing joiner.

  • Page 5: Tail Assembly

    TAIL ASSEMBLY Lightly coat epoxy on all sides of the other half of the wing joiner (exposed part) and the exposed balsa inner edges of both wing panels (called the wing root). Slide the wing halves together, ensuring that they are accurately aligned.

  • Page 6: Battery Installation

    Front Rear Elevator Servo IMPORTANT: Before flying, you must turn the Inside the fuselage’s wing compartment, loosen the radio on (with receiver battery charged and transmitter hex screw that secures the elevator pushrod on the eleva- batteries installed) and check that the elevator and rud- tor servo horn.

  • Page 7: Operational Check

    Figure 3. Check Balance Level 2 in. (5 cm) If nose drops, tape a penny C.G. to bottom fuselage at tail end. If tail drops, tape a penny to inside of cowl. Continue until the airplane balances. Level III. OPERATIONAL CHECK 1.
  • Page 8 Figure 4. Check the Radio THE DIRECTION OF MOVEMENT (RUDDER AND ELEV A TOR) NEUTRAL RIGHT TURN LEFT TURN Check the position of rudder and elevator (if these are in neutral). Set the trim in neutral position. Move the stick to the right. Move the stick to the left.

  • Page 9: Pre-Flight Checklist

    IV. FLYING You should have a flight instructor teach you how to fly the Whisper. Like a real airplane, you must have an understanding of how to fly the model before launch, or you will probably not be successful. Check at your hobby shop or call the AMA (in the front of this book) for flying clubs in your area.

  • Page 10: In Case Of Trouble

    “sink”; heavy air in which your Whisper abnormally loses altitude. When you encounter sink, fly away from the area as soon as possible. In any event, don’t let your Whisper get too far down wind. If you do so, you may not be able to penetrate the wind adequately to get the airplane back.
  • Page 11 Figure 5. Flying With the Mini-Start under tension and the airplane pointed into the wind, release the glider with a for- Fuselage ward motion. Do not throw it Ring upwards. To prevent the glider from Tow Hook popping off the Mini-Start as it climbs out under tension, a little Ribbon down elevator may be needed.

  • Page 12: Replacement Part

    VII. REPLACEMENT PART Fuselage AS6046 Wing Dowel (2) Fuselage (1) Main Wing AS6019 Left Wing (1) Right Wing (1) Wing Protector (1) Wing Joiner(2) Horizontal Tail AS6020 Vertical Tail AS6021 Control Horn AS6023 Back Plate(2) Control Horn(2) Screw(4) Vertical Fin/Rudder (1) Stabilizer/Elevator (1) Cowl AS6047 Pushrod AS6022...

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