Important Building Notes; Kit Inspection; Ordering Replacement Parts - GREAT PLANES Eagle 580 Manual

IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES

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There are several types of screws used in this kit:
Self-tapping or sheet metal screws
are designated by a number and a
length . For example, #6 x 3/4" [19mm] .
Machine screws are designated by a
number, threads per inch, and a length .
For example, 4-40 x 3/4" [19mm] .
Socket Head Cap Screws (SHCS) are
designated by a number, threads per
inch, and a length . For example, 4-40 x
3/4" [19mm]
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When you see the term test fit in the instructions, it means
that you should first position the part on the assembly
without using any glue . Then, slightly modify or custom
fit the part as necessary for the best fit .
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Whenever the term glue is written you should rely upon
your experience to decide what type of glue to use . When
a specific type of adhesive works best for that step, the
instructions will make a recommendation .
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Whenever just epoxy is specified you may use either
30-minute (or 45-minute) epoxy or 6-minute epoxy . When
30-minute epoxy is specified it is highly recommended that
you use only 30-minute (or 45-minute) epoxy, because you
will need the working time and/or the additional strength .
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Photos and sketches are placed before the step they
refer to . Frequently you can study photos in following steps
to get another view of the same parts .
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The Great Planes Giant Matt Chapman Eagle 580 is
factory-covered with Top Flite MonoKote film . Should
repairs ever be required, MonoKote can be patched with
additional MonoKote purchased separately . MonoKote is
packaged in six-foot rolls, but some hobby shops also sell
it by the foot . If only a small piece of MonoKote is needed
for a minor patch, perhaps a fellow modeler would give
you some . MonoKote is applied with a model airplane
covering iron, but in an emergency a regular iron could
be used . A roll of MonoKote includes full instructions for
application . Following are the colors used on this model
and order numbers for six foot rolls .
Cub Yellow TOPQ0220
Sapphire Blue TOPQ0227
Missile Red TOPQ0201
Orange TOPQ0202
Black TOPQ0208
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The stabilizer and wing incidences and engine thrust
angles have been factory-built into this model . However,
some technically-minded modelers may wish to check
these measurements anyway . To view this information
visit the web site at www .greatplanes .com and click on
"Technical Data . " Due to manufacturing tolerances which
will have little or no effect on the way your model will fly,
please expect slight deviations between your model and
the published values .

KIT INSPECTION

Before starting to build, take an inventory of this kit to make
sure it is complete and inspect the parts to make sure they
are of acceptable quality . If any parts are missing or are not of
acceptable quality, or if you need assistance with assembly,
contact Product Support . When reporting defective or
missing parts, use the part names exactly as they are written
in the Kit Contents list .
Great Planes Product Support
3002 N Apollo Drive, Suite 1
Champaign, IL 61822
E-mail: airsupport@greatplanes .com

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS

Replacement parts for the Great Planes Giant Matt Chapman
Eagle 580 ARF are available using the order numbers in
the Replacement Parts List that follows . The fastest, most
economical service can be provided by your hobby dealer or
mail-order company .
To locate a hobby dealer, visit the Great Planes web site
at www .greatplanes .com . Choose "Where to Buy" from the
menu on the left side of the page . Follow the instructions
provided on the page to locate a U .S ., Canadian or
International dealer .
Parts may also be ordered directly from Hobby Services by
calling (217) 398-0007, or via facsimile at (217) 398-7721,
but full retail prices and shipping and handling charges will
apply . Illinois and Nevada residents will also be charged
sales tax . If ordering via fax, include a Visa® or MasterCard®
number and expiration date for payment .
Mail parts orders Hobby Services
and payments by 3002 N Apollo Drive, Suite 1
personal check to: Champaign IL 61822
Be certain to specify the order number exactly as listed in the
Replacement Parts List . Payment by credit card or personal
check only; no C .O .D .
If additional assistance is required for any reason contact
Product Support by e-mail at productsupport@greatplanes .
com, or by telephone at (217) 398-8970 .
Giant Eagle 580 ARF Replacement Parts List
GPMA3355 Fuselage
GPMA3356 Wing Set
GPMA3357 Hor . Stab . Set
GPMA3358 Rudder
GPMA3359 Cowl
GPMA3360 Landing Gear
GPMA3361 Wheelpants
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(217) 398-8970, ext . 5
Fax: (217) 398-7721
GPMA3362 Decals
GPMA3363 Wing Tube
GPMA3364 Stabilizer Tubes
GPMA3365 Hatch/Canopy
GPMA3367 Pilot
GPMA3368 Fuel Tank