Check List - GREAT PLANES Performance Reactor Instruction Manual

proximity of full-scale aircraft. Where necessary, an observer
shall be utilized to supervise fl ying to avoid having models fl y
in the proximity of full-scale aircraft.
3) Where established, I will abide by the safety rules for the
fl ying site I use, and I will not willfully and deliberately fl y my
models in a careless, reckless and/or dangerous manner.
5) I will not fl y my model unless it is identifi ed with my name
and address or AMA number, on or in the model. Note: This
does not apply to models while being fl own 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 fi rst fl ight of a new or repaired model.
2) I will not fl y my model aircraft in the presence of spectators
until I become a qualifi ed fl ier, unless assisted by an
experienced helper.
3) At all fl ying sites a straight or curved line(s) must be
established in front of which all fl ying takes place with the
other side for spectators. Only personnel involved with fl ying
the aircraft are allowed at or in the front of the fl ight line.
Intentional fl ying behind the fl ight 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 fl ying 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 fl ight; nor should any part of the
model other than the landing gear, intentionally touch
the ground, except while landing.

CHECK LIST

During the last few moments of preparation your mind may
be elsewhere anticipating the excitement of the fi rst fl ight.
Because of this, you may be more likely to overlook certain
checks and procedures that should be performed before the
model is fl own. 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.
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1. Fuelproof all areas exposed to fuel or exhaust residue.
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2. Check the C.G. according to the measurements
provided in the manual.
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3. Be certain the battery and receiver are securely
mounted in the fuselage. Simply stuffi ng them into
place with foam rubber is not suffi cient.
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4. Extend your receiver antenna and make sure it has a
strain relief inside the fuselage to keep tension off the
solder joint inside the receiver.
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5. Balance your model laterally as explained in
the instructions.
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6. Use threadlocking compound to secure critical
fasteners such as the set screws that hold the wheel
axles to the struts, screws that hold the carburetor arm
(if applicable), screw-lock pushrod connectors, etc.
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7. Add a drop of oil to the axles so the wheels will
turn freely.
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8. Make sure all hinges are securely glued in place.
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9. Reinforce holes for wood screws with thin CA where
appropriate (servo mounting screws, cowl mounting
screws, etc.).
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10. Confi rm that all controls operate in the correct direction
and the throws are set up according to the manual.
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11. Set up and check a throttle cutoff on your radio.
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12. 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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13. Tighten all jam nuts against the threaded clevises on
your control surfaces.
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14. Secure connections between servo wires and
Y-connectors or servo extensions, and the connection
between your battery pack(s) and the on/off switch
with vinyl tape, heat shrink tubing or special clips
suitable for that purpose.
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15. Make sure any servo extension cords you may have
used do not interfere with other systems (servo arms,
pushrods, etc.).
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16. Secure the pressure tap (if used) to the muffl er with
high temp RTV silicone, threadlocking compound or
J.B. Weld.
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17. Make sure the fuel lines are connected and are
not kinked.
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18. Balance your propeller (and spare propellers).
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19. Tighten the propeller nut and spinner.
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20. Place your name, address, AMA number and telephone
number on or inside your model.
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21. Cycle your receiver battery pack (if necessary) and
make sure it is fully charged.
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22. Range check your radio at the fi eld at the start of each
fl ying day. Check it with the engine/motor operating.
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