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Wingspan: 40 in [1015mm]
Wing Area: 406 sq in [26.2 dm
Weight: 14.5 – 16.0 oz. [410 – 450g]
Wing Loading: 5.2 – 5.7 oz/sq ft
[15.9 – 17.4 g/dm
Length: 41 in [1040mm]
Radio: 4-Channel
Motor: RimFire
400 (28-30-950kV)
Great Planes
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Model Manufacturing Co.
Model Manufacturing Co. guarantees this kit to
be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date
of purchase. This warranty does not cover any component parts
damaged by use or modifi cation. In no case shall Great Planes'
liability exceed the original cost of the purchased kit. Further,
Great Planes reserves the right to change or modify this warranty
without notice.
In that Great Planes has no control over the fi nal assembly or
material used for fi nal assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor
accepted for any damage resulting from the use by the user of
the fi nal user-assembled product. By the act of using the user-
assembled product, the user accepts all resulting liability.
If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated
with the use of this product, the buyer is advised to return
READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE STARTING CONSTRUCTION. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF THIS MODEL.
Entire Contents © Copyright 2009

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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this kit immediately in new and unused condition to the place
this kit immediately in new and unused condition to the place
of purchase.
To make a warranty claim send the defective part or item to Hobby
Services at the address below:
Include a letter stating your name, return shipping address, as
much contact information as possible (daytime telephone number,
fax number, e-mail address), a detailed description of the problem
and a photocopy of the purchase receipt. Upon receipt of the
package, the problem will be evaluated as quickly as possible.
airsupport@greatplanes.com
Hobby Services
3002 N. Apollo Dr., Suite 1
Champaign, IL 61822 USA
Champaign, Illinois
(217) 398-8970, Ext 5
GPMA1132Mnl1.0

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE STARTING CONSTRUCTION. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF THIS MODEL. Champaign, Illinois (217) 398-8970, Ext 5 airsupport@greatplanes.com Entire Contents © Copyright 2009 GPMA1132Mnl1.0...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The Silhouette 3D ARF continues to push the boundaries of Radio Recommendations ........... 3 indoor foam planes. The Silhouette 3D ARF is capable of most Motor Recommendations ........... 3 3D maneuvers that a fl at foamy can perform, but presents ADHESIVES &...
  • Page 3: Decisions You Must Make

    CA Activator Foam-safe 2oz. pump (GPMR6035) ❏ #55 (3/64") drill bit ❏ This is a partial list of items required to fi nish the Silhouette Drill ❏ 3D ARF that may require planning or decision making before 36" (914mm) Ruler (HCAR0475) ❏...
  • Page 4: Install The Wing

    fuselage. If the wing is tight when sliding through the fuselage, INSTALL THE WING you may have to carefully work it back and forth. If it is still too tight, lightly sanding the opening may be required. The Due to the radius of the leading edge of the wing and the material reason the wing slides in tightly is that the wing is tapered used in construction of the wing, small cracks are not uncommon and the center of the wing is slightly larger than the section...
  • Page 5: Install The Stabilizer

    the wing in position. Use a square to check that the wing is perpendicular to the fuselage. Since the fuselage is tapered, make sure the gap is the same on both sides. ❏ 5. With the plane setting on your building table, apply a bead of foam-safe thin CA along the top joint between the fuselage and the wing.
  • Page 6: Radio Installation

    ❏ ❏ 2. From the battery compartment, carefully pull the aileron lead through the wing and out the opening in the center of the wing. ❏ ❏ 3. Use medium foam-safe CA to glue the aileron servo in the aileron servo tray. ❏...
  • Page 7: Install The Main Landing Gear

    ❏ ❏ ❏ 8. Install the servo arm on the servo. Insert the Z-bend 12. Connect the elevator servo to the receiver and center end of a 3-3/8" [86mm] pushrod in the lower hole in the the servo arm on the servo. Install the 6-1/4" [159mm] pushrod aileron control horn.
  • Page 8: Motor Installation

    ❏ ❏ 3. Slide a wheel onto the main landing gear wire. Insert 2. Attach a piece of hook and loop material to the back of the wheel pant on the wire and apply a drop of foam-safe thin the SS-12 brushless ESC. Route the motor wires through the CA to the wheel pant to secure it to the wire.
  • Page 9: Get The Model Ready To Fly

    Set the Control Throws GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY To ensure a successful fi rst fl ight, set up your Silhouette Check the Control Directions 3D ARF according to the control throws specifi ed in this ❏ manual. The throws have been determined through actual 1.
  • Page 10: Balance The Model (C.g.)

    NOTE: The throws are measured at the widest part of the from the fuselage sides, on both sides of the fuselage 4" elevators, rudder and ailerons. If your radio does not have [102mm] back from the leading edge. Apply narrow (1/16" dual rates, we recommend setting the throws at the high [2mm]) strips of tape over the lines so you will be able to feel rate settings.
  • Page 11: Balance The Model Laterally

    CAUTION: Unless the instructions that came with your radio system state differently, the initial charge on new transmitter batteries should be done for 15 hours using the slow-charger that came with the radio system. This will “condition” the batteries so that the next charge may be done using the fast-charger of your choice.
  • Page 12: Motor And Battery Safety Precautions

    Radio Control MOTOR AND BATTERY SAFETY 1) I will have completed a successful radio equipment ground Failure to follow these safety precautions may result check before the fi rst fl ight of a new or repaired model. in severe injury to yourself and others. 2) I will not fl...
  • Page 13: Flying

    Silhouette 3D ARF will fl y great at ½ to ¼ throttle indoors. Take it easy with the Silhouette 3D ARF for the fi rst few fl ights, gradually getting acquainted with it as you gain confi dence.
  • Page 14 ALSO AVAILABLE FROM GREAT PLANES Wingspan: 32.5 in (830 mm) Wing Area: 518 in² (33.4 dm²) Weight: 8.4–9.5 oz (240-270 g) Wing Loading: 2.3 - 2.6 oz/ft² (7.2-8.1 g/dm²) Length: 38 in (955 mm) Requires: 4-channel radio w/3 micro servos, out-runner brushless motor, 8A brushless ESC (min) &...
  • Page 15 ™ Wingspan: 41 in (1040 mm) Wing Area: 343 in² (22.1 dm²) Weight: 27.5 – 31 oz (780-880 g) Wing Loading: 11.5 – 13 oz/ft² (35-40 g/dm²) Length: 38 in (965 mm) Requires: 4-5 channel radio w/4 micro servos, 1250kV out-runner brushless motor, 35A brushless ESC (min.) &...

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