User manual GREAT PLANES DAZZLER 40 KIT

[. . . ] 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 modification. 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. [. . . ] Position a sheet of 3/32" x 4" wide balsa over the fuel tank compartment with an edge butted against the top sheeting at F2. Trace the outline on the bottom surface, then cut and sand the hatch to fit. Drill four 1/16" pilot holes through the top of the hatch into the hatch rail and firewall at the locations shown for the #2 x 3/8" sheet metal screws. After checking to make sure the former is aligned to both sides of the cockpit floor, glue the backrest into position. Glue the gauge into position to help support the former and prevent it from getting accidentally knocked out of position. Mark the location of the throttle pushrod through the F2 former onto the leading edge of the wing. Slide the wing out of the fuse, far enough to drill the location marked, using a 3/16" drill bit. When the wing alignment is correct, use medium CA to securely glue the circumference of the R1 ribs to the fuse. Once the wing is centered in the fuse, measure the 12 pin it in position. Measure from each stab tip to the center of the firewall to set the correct alignment. Draw a couple of reference marks on the stab and fuse sides once it is in position. If not, lightly sand the high side of the stab saddle to correct the problem. Once the stab is fully aligned, use 30-minute epoxy to glue the stab in position. Hold it in position with masking tape and pins until the epoxy has cured. Center the stabilizer on the stab saddle and temporarily ❏ 7. Glue the 3/16" x 1/4" x 24" balsa stringer into position. Trim the opposite end of the stringer flush with the front of the canopy backrest. The fuse sheeting backing strips are made from excess 1/16" balsa. Glue the backing strips to the inside of the fuselage so they are 1/8" above the fuselage sides. Check its alignment with the centerline of the fuse with a long straightedge, then mark its aligned location. Make sure the fin is square to the stab with a drafting triangle, then pin and tape the fin in position until the epoxy cures. Finish sheeting the bottom of the fuse with 3/32" x 3" balsa sheet from F2 to just past the front edge of the front bottom hatch rail. [. . . ] Repeat this test with the engine running at various speeds, with an assistant holding the model. FLYING The Great Planes Dazzler is a great-flying sport airplane that flies smoothly and predictably, yet is highly maneuverable. It does not, however, have the self-recovery characteristics of a primary R/C trainer; therefore, you must either have mastered the basics of R/C flying or obtained the assistance of a competent R/C pilot to help you with your first flights. 19 Takeoff: If you have dual rates on your transmitter, set the switches to “high rate” for takeoff, especially when taking off in a crosswind. [. . . ]