GREAT PLANES CESSNA 182 - User Manual

WARRANTY
Great Planes
®
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 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.
In that Great Planes has no control over the final assembly or material used for final assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor
accepted for any damage resulting from the use by the user of the final 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 this
kit immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase.
While this kit has been flight tested to exceed normal use, if the plane will be used for extremely high stress flying, such as racing, the
modeler is responsible for taking steps to reinforce the high stress points.
READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE
STARTING CONSTRUCTION. IT CONTAINS
IMPORTANT WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF
THIS MODEL.
GPMZ0219 for GPMA1228 V1.1© Copyright 2000
P.O. Box 788 Urbana, IL 61803 (217) 398-8970
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Wing Span - 62-5/8 in
Wing Area - 577 sq in
Weight - 6 lbs
Wing Loading - 24 oz/sq in
Fuse Length - 47 in
Engine - .40 - .46 2-stroke, .52 4-stroke

Summary

Warranty

Important Safety Precautions

Introduction

Precautions

Guidelines for building and flying, emphasizing experienced assistance.

Decisions You Must Make

Engine Selection

Recommendations for engine types and sizes suitable for the model.

Preparations

Required Accessories

List of essential items needed for building and flying the model.

General Inspection

Building Notes

Parts List

Wing Assembly

Wing Installation

Install the Tail Components

Engine Installation

Landing Gear Installation

Radio Installation

Aileron Servo Installation

Instructions for installing servos for the aileron control surfaces.

Steering Pushrod Installation

Procedure for connecting the steering mechanism via pushrods.

Throttle Pushrod Installation

Procedure for connecting the throttle control via pushrods.

Fuel Tank Installation

Cowl Installation

Window Installation

Final Assembly

Radio System Set-Up

Check the Control Directions

Verifies correct movement of control surfaces with transmitter inputs.

Adjust the Control Throws

Guides setting control surface deflection ranges for optimal flight.

Balance Your Model

Check the Lateral Balance

Ensures side-to-side balance for stable flight characteristics.

Check the Fore-Aft Balance

Determines the Center of Gravity (CG) for stable and safe flight.

Preparing to Fly Your Cessna 182

Charge the Batteries

Instructions for charging transmitter and receiver batteries.

Balance the Propeller

Ensures propeller balance to prevent damaging vibrations.

Find a Safe Place to Fly

Advice on selecting suitable locations for R/C flying.

Ground Check the Model

Pre-flight checks of radio, engine, and all components.

Range Check Your Radio

Verifies radio transmitter range before each flight session.

Engine Safety Precautions

AMA Safety Code (excerpt)

Radio Control

Flying Your Cessna 182

Takeoff

Procedure for initiating flight from the runway.

Flying

Guidance on basic flight maneuvers and getting acquainted with the model.

Landing

Instructions for bringing the aircraft down for a safe landing.

Other Items Available from Great Planes

Building Notes

Flight Log

Engine Mount Template

Cowl Opening Template

GREAT PLANES CESSNA 182 Specifications

General

Category	Toy
Power System	Electric
Skill Level	Intermediate
Material	Foam
Type	Airplane