GREAT PLANES EXTRA 330S - User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Wingspan: 79.5 in [2025mm]
Wing Area: 1209 in
2
[77.9dm
2
]
Weight: 13.5 – 15.5 lbs [6125 – 7030g]
Wing Loading: 26 – 29 oz/ft
2
[79 – 90g/dm
2
]
Length: 78 in [1980mm]
Radio: 4 to 5-channel, six to seven servos
Engine: 1.50 – 1.80 cu in [25 – 29cc] two-stroke,
1.80 – 2.10 cu in [29 – 34cc] four-stroke,
1.90 – 2.60 cu in [31 – 43cc] gas
Electric Motor: 2.5 in [63mm] dia., 2772 W, 100A ESC
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 modifi cation. 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 fi nal assembly or material used for fi nal assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted
for any damage resulting from the use by the user of the fi nal 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.
To make a warranty claim send the defective part or item to Hobby Services at the address below:
Hobby Services
3002 N. Apollo Dr., Suite 1
Champaign, IL 61822 USA
Include a letter stating your name, return shipping address, as much contact information as possible (daytime telephone number, fax
number, e-mail address), a detailed description of the problem and a photocopy of the purchase receipt. Upon receipt of the package
the problem will be evaluated as quickly as possible.
READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE
STARTING CONSTRUCTION. IT CONTAINS
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS
CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF
THIS MODEL.
Champaign, Illinois
(217) 398-8970, Ext 5
airsupport@greatplanes.com
Entire Contents © Copyright 2007 GPMZ1413 for GPMA1413 V1.0

Summary

Warranty Information

Warranty Details and Claim Process

Essential Safety Precautions

General Safety Guidelines

Critical safety rules for model building and operation, covering battery handling and system checks.

Lithium Battery Handling

Important warnings and instructions for safe charging and handling of LiPo batteries to prevent damage or harm.

Kit Inspection and Preparation

Kit Contents Verification

Wing Assembly

Fuselage Assembly

Tail Gear and Engine;Motor Mounting

Fuel Tank System

Throttle and Ignition System Setup

Electric Motor and Battery Mounting

Final Assembly

Pre-Flight Preparation and Checks

Control Checks and Throws

Procedures for checking control directions and setting surface throws to recommended rates.

Center of Gravity and Lateral Balance

Critical steps for achieving correct C.G. and lateral balance for optimal flight stability.

Preflight Checklist Items

Final checks including model identification, battery charging, propeller balance, ground, and range checks.

Safety Precautions

Electric Motor & Engine Safety Precautions

Crucial safety precautions for operating electric motors and internal combustion engines.

AMA Safety Code

General AMA Safety Rules

General safety regulations from the AMA Code, including airworthiness and flying site rules.

Radio Control AMA Safety Rules

Pre-Flight Checklist

Flight Operations

Takeoff, Flight, and Landing

3 D Flying Techniques

GREAT PLANES EXTRA 330S Specifications

General

Engine Type	Glow
Radio System	4+ channel radio system
Servos	4
Construction	Balsa and plywood
Skill Level	Advanced