GREAT PLANES SopWith Camel - User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Wingspan: 35.5 in [900mm]
Wing Area: 389 in
2
[25.1dm
2
]
Weight: 21.1 – 26.3 oz [595 – 745g]
Wing Loading: 7.8 – 9.7 oz/ft
2
[24 – 30g/dm
2
]
Length: 25 in [630mm]
Radio: 4-channel, 4 micro servos
Motor: RimFire
™
400 (28-30-950) brushless
ESC: ElectriFly
™
SS-25
Battery: 11.1V (3S) 1250mAh – 1500mAh
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 2008 GPMA1144MNL V1.0
WARRANTY

Summary

Product Overview and Warranty

Getting Started and Safety

General Safety Precautions

Critical warnings before starting construction or flight.

Required Components and Supplies

Additional Items Required

List of parts and supplies needed to complete the model.

Building Materials and Parts Management

Ordering Replacement Parts

Procedure for obtaining spare or lost components.

Kit Inspection and Contents

Kit Inspection

Process for checking parts for completeness and quality.

Assembly: Covering and Tail Surfaces

Mount Horizontal & Vertical Stabilizers

Attaching tail surfaces to the fuselage.

Assembly: Control Linkages and Electronics

Hook Up Elevator & Rudder

Connecting tail control surface linkages.

Mount ESC & Receiver

Installing electronic speed controller and receiver.

Mount Motor

Attaching the brushless motor to the firewall.

Assembly: Engine and Battery Installation

Install Battery Plate

Preparing the fuselage for battery mounting.

Assembly: Wings and Ailerons

Mount Aileron Servos

Hook Up Bottom Ailerons

Mount Wings to Fuselage

Assembly: Landing Gear and Final Connections

Mount Landing Gear

Connect Top & Bottom Ailerons

Pre-Flight Preparation

Set Control Throws

Adjusting control surface movement range for optimal flight.

Balance Propeller & Mount Spinner

Balance Model (C.G.)

Setting the center of gravity for stable flight.

Preflight Checks and Safety

Range Check

Electric Motor Safety Precautions

Important safety rules for the electric motor operation.

Safety Codes and Final Checklist

AMA Safety Code

Final Check List

Flying the Model

Takeoff Procedures

Landing Procedures

GREAT PLANES SopWith Camel Specifications

General

Brand	GREAT PLANES
Model	SopWith Camel
Category	Toy
Language	English