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Make all engine adjustments from behind the rotating
propeller.
The engine gets hot! Do not touch it during or right
after operation. Make sure fuel lines are in good
condition so fuel will not leak onto a hot engine,
causing a fire.
To stop a glow engine, cut off the fuel supply by closing
off the fuel line or following the engine manufacturer's
recommendations. Do not use hands, fingers or any
other body part to try to stop the engine. To stop a
gasoline powered engine an on/off switch should be
connected to the engine coil. Do not throw anything
into the propeller of a running engine.
AMA SAFETY CODE (excerpts)
Read and abide by the following excerpts from the
Academy of Model Aeronautics Safety Code. For
the complete Safety Code refer to Model Aviation
magazine, the AMA web site or the Code that came
with your AMA license.
GENERAL
1) I will not fly my model aircraft in sanctioned events,
air shows, or model flying demonstrations until it
has been proven to be airworthy by having been
previously, successfully flight tested.
2) I will not fly my model aircraft higher than
approximately 400 feet within 3 miles of an airport
without notifying the airport operator. I will give right-
of-way and avoid flying in the proximity of full-scale
aircraft. Where necessary, an observer shall be
utilized to supervise flying to avoid having models fly
in the proximity of full-scale aircraft.
3) Where established, I will abide by the safety rules
for the flying site I use, and I will not willfully and
deliberately fly my models in a careless, reckless
and/or dangerous manner.
5) I will not fly my model unless it is identified with
my name and address or AMA number, on or in the
model. Note: This does not apply to models while
being flown indoors.
7) I will not operate models with pyrotechnics (any
device that explodes, burns, or propels a projectile
of any kind).
RADIO CONTROL
1) I will have completed a successful radio equipment
ground check before the first flight of a new or
repaired model.
2) I will not fly my model aircraft in the presence of
spectators until I become a qualified flier, unless
assisted by an experienced helper.
3) At all flying sites a straight or curved line(s) must
be established in front of which all flying takes place
with the other side for spectators. Only personnel
involved with flying the aircraft are allowed at or in
the front of the flight line. Intentional flying behind the
flight line is prohibited.
4) I will operate my model using only radio control
frequencies currently allowed by the Federal
Communications Commission.
5) I will not knowingly operate my model within
three miles of any pre-existing flying site except in
accordance with the frequency sharing agreement
listed (in the complete AMA Safety Code).
9) Under no circumstances may a pilot or other person
touch a powered model in flight; nor should any part
of the model other than the landing gear, intentionally
touch the ground, except while landing.
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CHECK LIST
During the last few moments of preparation
your mind may be elsewhere anticipating the
excitement of the first flight. Because of this, you
may be more likely to overlook certain checks and
procedures that should be performed before the
model is flown. To help avoid this, a check list is
provided to make sure these important areas are
not overlooked. Many are covered in the instruction
manual, so where appropriate, refer to the manual
for complete instructions. Be sure to check the
items off as they are completed.
o
1. Fuelproof all areas exposed to fuel or exhaust
residue that are not already fuelproofed.
o
2. Check the C.G. according to the measurements
provided in the manual.
o
3. Be certain the battery and receiver are securely
mounted in the fuselage. Simply stuffing them
into place with foam rubber is not sufficient.
o
4. Extend your receiver antenna into the receiver
antenna tube.
o
5. Balance your model laterally as explained in
the instructions.
o
6. Use threadlocking compound to secure critical
fasteners such as the screws that hold the
wheel axles to the struts, screws that hold
the carburetor arm (if applicable), screw-lock
pushrod connectors, etc.
o
7. Add a drop of oil to the axles so the wheels will
turn freely.
o
8. Make sure all hinges are securely glued in place.
o
9. Reinforce holes for wood screws with thin CA
where appropriate (servo mounting screws,
cowl mounting screws, etc.).
o
10. Confirm that all controls operate in the correct
direction and the throws are set up according
to the manual.
o
11. Make sure there are silicone retainers on all the
clevises and that all servo arms are secured
to the servos with the screws included with
your radio.
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