GREAT PLANES FUN-ONE - User Manual

FUN-ONE
INSTRUCTION BOOK
WARRANTY
Great Planes Model Manufacturing Co., Inc. guarantees this kit to be free of defects in both material and workman-
ship 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, he is advised
to immediately return this kit in new and unused condition to the place of purchase.
READ THROUGH THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK FIRST. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF THIS MODEL.
P.O. BOX 788 URBANA, ILLINOIS 61801 217/367-2069
FUN1P02

Summary

WARRANTY

INTRODUCTION, PREPARATION, AND DECISIONS

Introduction and Precautions

Overview of the FUN-ONE and essential building safety guidelines.

Engine, Radio, and Component Choices

Guidance on selecting engines, radio setups, and required components for the model.

Required Items and Tools List

Comprehensive list of necessary parts, materials, and tools for building the model.

FUSELAGE CONSTRUCTION

Fuselage Side and Firewall Preparation

Steps for cutting, assembling, and preparing the front fuselage components and firewall.

Assembling the Fuselage Structure

Detailed instructions for joining fuselage sides, formers, and bottom sheets.

WING ASSEMBLY

Build the Wing Panels

Steps for constructing individual wing panels and joining them together with dihedral.

Sheet the Wings and Install Ailerons

Instructions for sheeting the wings and installing aileron servos and torque rods.

FINAL ASSEMBLY AND SYSTEMS

Install Landing Gear, Engine, and Fuel System

Procedures for mounting landing gear, engine, and fitting the fuel tank.

Mount Stabilizer, Fin, and Fairings

Guidance on attaching the stabilizer, fin, and constructing wing and fuselage fairings.

FINISHING AND FINAL CHECKS

Sanding, Covering, and Hinge Gluing

Steps for final sanding, applying covering material, and gluing control surface hinges.

Balance, Control Checks, and Setup

Procedures for balancing the model, checking radio controls, and setting surface throws.

PRE-FLIGHT PROCEDURES

Battery Charging and Safety

Guidelines for charging batteries and general engine and flying safety precautions.

Ground Checks and Radio Range Test

Essential checks including ground tests, radio range verification, and system setup.

FLYING THE FUN-ONE

AMA Safety Code and Flying Site

Adherence to the AMA Safety Code and finding a suitable flying location.

Takeoff and Flight Maneuvers

Advice on takeoff, flight characteristics, and maneuvers for the FUN-ONE.

GREAT PLANES FUN-ONE Specifications

General

Wingspan	59 in (1500 mm)
Length	47.5 in (1210 mm)
Weight	5.5-6.5 lb (2.5-2.9 kg)
Radio System	4-channel
Power	Glow
Skill Level	Intermediate
Material	Balsa/Plywood