Decisions You Must Make; Motor Battery Recommendations; Radio Equipment; Engine Recommendations - GREAT PLANES F1 Rocket Evo Instruction Manual

and in the air. You must check the operation of the model
and all components before every fl ight.
5. If you are not an experienced pilot or have not fl own this type
of model before, we recommend that you get the assistance
of an experienced pilot in your R/C club for your fi rst fl ights.
If you're not a member of a club, your local hobby shop has
information about clubs in your area whose membership
includes experienced pilots.
6. While this kit has been fl ight tested to exceed normal use,
if the plane will be used for extremely high stress fl ying, such
as racing, or if an engine larger than one in the recommended
range is used, the modeler is responsible for taking steps to
reinforce the high stress points and/or substituting hardware
more suitable for the increased stress.
7. WARNING: The cowl and wheel pants included in this kit
are made of fi berglass, the fi bers of which may cause eye,
skin and respiratory tract irritation. Never blow into a part
(wheel pant, cowl) to remove fi berglass dust, as the dust
will blow back into your eyes. Always wear safety goggles, a
particle mask and rubber gloves when grinding, drilling and
sanding fi berglass parts. Vacuum the parts and the work area
thoroughly after working with fi berglass parts.
We, as the kit manufacturer, provide you with a top quality,
thoroughly tested kit and instructions, but ultimately the
quality and fl yability of your fi nished model depends on how
you build it; therefore, we cannot in any way guarantee the
performance of your completed model, and no representa-
tions are expressed or implied as to the performance or
safety of your completed model.
REMEMBER: Take your time and follow the instructions
to end up with a well-built model that is straight and true.

DECISIONS YOU MUST MAKE

This is a partial list of items required to fi nish the F-1 Rocket
that may require planning or decision making before starting
to build. Order numbers are provided in parentheses.
Motor / Battery Recommendations
The Evo Rocket comes with a motor box for the ElectriFly
RimFire .55 and the O.S. Brushless Motor.
❍
GPMG4715 RimFire .55 42-60-480 Brushless Motor
❍
OSMG9550 O.S. Brushless Motor
❍
GPMQ4610 O.S. 6mm Propeller Adapter
The Evo Rocket was fl own with two ElectriFly 3S, 11.1, 3200
mAh 25C Lithium-Polymer Batteries.
Using these two batteries in series will require the use of the
(GPMM 3143) ElectriFly Series 2 Deans
Female Ultra Adapter
IMPORTANT: Before experimenting with different battery
combinations and connecting multiple battery packs with
adapter plugs, refer to the Battery Precautions on page 22.
Electronic Speed Control
A brushless ESC (electronic speed control) is required for
the recommended motor set-up. We recommend using the
ElectriFly Silver Series SS-60 Brushless ESC 60A Hi Voltage
or Flight Power 60A LiPo Brushless ESC
Optional Voltage Regulator (CSEM0005) eliminates the need
for a receiver battery.
Recommended Charger
A LiPo compatible charger is required to charge the LiPo
battery. The Great Planes ElectriFly Triton2 EQ AC/DC Charger
is designed for LiPo packs, but is also capable of charging
NiCd, NiMH, Pb acid and LiFe batteries.
The Evo F-1 Rocket requires a minimum of four channels. The
airplane requires the use of fi ve servos for the glow engine
installation, or four servos for the electric motor installation.
A servo with a minimum 54oz-in of torque is required on all
of the control surfaces. A lower torque servo is acceptable
on the throttle servo. We used the Futaba 9001 (FUTM0075)
throughout our testing. Additionally, two 6" [150mm] servo
extensions (HCAM2701 for Futaba) are required for the
aileron servos and one 6" Y-harness (FUTM4135 for Futaba).
The recommended engine size range for the F-1 Rocket
is .46 -.55 cu in [7 – 9cc] two-stroke, or .70 cu in [11.5cc]
four-stroke. If an engine in the upper end of the size range
is used, remember that this is a scale model that is intended
to fl y at scale-like speeds, so throttle management should be
practiced. A Pitts style muffl er specifi c to your engine choice
is recommended.
This is the list of Adhesives and Building Supplies that are
required to fi nish the F-1 Rocket
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male, Ultra /1 Deans
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❍ GPMM1850 ElectriFly SS-60 Brushless ESC
60A Hi Voltage
❍ FPWM0234 Flight Power 60A LiPo Brushless ESC
❍ GPMM3156 Great Planes ElectriFly Triton2
EQ AC/DC Charger.

Radio Equipment

Engine Recommendations

ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED

Adhesives and Building Supplies

❍ 1/2 oz. [15g] Thin Pro CA (GPMR6001)
❍ 1 oz. [30g] Medium Pro CA+ (GPMR6008)
❍ Pro 30-minute epoxy (GPMR6047)
❍ Pro 6-minute epoxy (GPMR6045)
❍ Drill bits: 1/16" [1.6mm], 5/64" [2mm], 7/64" [2.8mm]
❍ 6-32 tap and drill set (GPMR8102)
❍ Thread locker thread locking cement (GPMR6060)