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Estes SUPER SHOT Series User Manual

Estes SUPER SHOT Series
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D. Wrap shock cord loosely around
streamer. Insert streamer into rocket.
Streamer should slide easily into body
tube. If fit is too tight, unfold and repack.
MINI FLYING MODEL
ROCKET INSTRUCTIONS
KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
3. PREPARE ENGINE FOR FLIGHT
ESTES INDUSTRIES
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Penrose CO 81240
PRINTED IN CHINA
A. Separate igniter and
igniter plug.
B. Twist off retainer ring
at rear of rocket.
C. Slide engine into rocket
body as shown.
D. Twist retainer ring into
locked position to hold
engine in place.
F. Insert igniter
plug.
G. Firmly push igniter
plug all the way in.
2. PREPARE STREAMER FOR FLIGHT
A. Loosely crumple and
insert 1/4 of a square
of recovery wadding
into rocket body
B. Measure 1 (2.5 cm) from the nose cone and tie
streamer to shock cord with a double knot.
1
(2.5 cm)
E. Hold rocket upside down
and drop in igniter. Igniter
must touch propellant.
A. Pull the nose cone out of
the rocket body.
1. ROCKET STREAMER ATTACHMENT
H. Bend igniter wires
back as shown.
Typical rocket
(your design
may vary)
SHOCK CORD
IMPORTANT:
Wadding must be in place and slide
freely for rocket to work properly!
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NOSE CONE
B. FOLD
STREAMER
C. ROLL
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SUPER SHOT
#1887
ASSEMBLY TIP: Read all instructions before beginning work
on your model. Make sure you have all parts and supplies.
Use these instructions for each of your Super Shot“ rockets.
WARNING : FLAMMABLE
To avoid serious injury, read instructions & NAR
Safety Code included with engines.
PREPARE YOUR ENGINE ONLY WHEN
YOU ARE OUTSIDE AT THE LAUNCH SITE
PREPARING TO LAUNCH!
If you do not use your prepared engine, remove
the igniter before storing
your engine.
TM
NOTE: Only Estes wadding (#302274) recommended.
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Estes SUPER SHOT Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandEstes
Recommended EnginesA8-3, B4-4, B6-4, C6-5
Country of OriginChina
Batteries RequiredNo
ManufacturerEstes
Projected Altitude1100 feet (335 m)
Recommended Age10+

Summary

Rocket Streamer Attachment

Nose Cone and Shock Cord Assembly

Attaches the streamer to the rocket's nose cone and shock cord.

Prepare Streamer for Flight

Wadding and Streamer Insertion

Uses wadding to ensure the streamer slides freely in the rocket body.

Prepare Engine for Flight

Engine, Igniter, and Plug Setup

Installs the engine, igniter, and plug into the rocket body correctly.

Countdown and Launch Procedure

Launch Key and Button Operation

Sequence for inserting the key, countdown, and pressing the launch button.

Safety Precautions and Misfires

Flying Safety and Site Selection

Guidelines for choosing a safe launch area and flying conditions.

Misfire Handling and Troubleshooting

Procedure for safely addressing a rocket misfire and re-launching.

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