GREAT PLANES Kunai - User Manual

Champaign, Illinois
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READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE STARTING CONSTRUCTION. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF THIS MODEL.
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.
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.
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®
Inc. All rights reserved.
Wingspan:
55 in [1395mm]
Weight:
20.0 – 21.5 oz [565 – 610 g]
Length:
36 in [915mm]
Wing Area:
308 in
2
[19.9 dm
2
]
Wing Loading:
9.4 – 10.1 oz/ft
2
[29 –31 g/dm
2
]
SPECIFICATIONS
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
Radio: 4+ channel, 4 servos
Motor,
ESC:
A2212-10 1400 kV outrunner,
20A ESC, 8x6 folding propeller

Summary

ASSEMBLY

Tighten the Covering

Method for tightening loose covering using a covering iron and sock to improve finish.

ASSEMBLE THE WINGS

Instructions for assembling the wing components, including servo preparation.

Prepare the Aileron Servos for Installation

Steps to prepare the aileron servos, including arm trimming and drilling.

ASSEMBLE THE FUSELAGE

Fit the Wing to the Fuselage

Steps to fit the wing to the fuselage, including marking and cutting.

Glue on the Tail Surfaces

Instructions for gluing the horizontal and vertical stabilizers to the fuselage.

Install the Motor and ESC

Procedure for installing the motor and Electronic Speed Controller (ESC) into the fuselage.

Install the Servos and Receiver

Steps for placing and securing the servos and receiver within the fuselage tray.

FINAL ASSEMBLY

Set the Control Throws

How to adjust and set the recommended control surface throws for optimal flight performance.

Decal Application

Instructions for applying decals using a wet method to prevent air bubbles and ensure proper positioning.

Balance the Model

Procedure for balancing the aircraft at the recommended Center of Gravity (CG) for stable flight.

FINAL PREPARATIONS

Set a Flight Timer

Guidance on setting a flight timer to prevent unplanned dead-stick landings and battery damage.

FLYING

Motor Safety Precautions

Essential safety measures to follow when operating the model's motor and propeller.

Flight

General advice and techniques for flying the Kunai, including launch and landing procedures.

GREAT PLANES Kunai Specifications

General

Brand	GREAT PLANES
Model	Kunai
Category	Toy
Language	English