GREAT PLANES Super Chipmunk - 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.
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Hobby Services
3002 N. Apollo Dr., Suite 1
Champaign IL 61822
USA
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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.
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Wingspan: 81 in [2060mm]
Wing Area: 1000 sq in [64.5 dm
2
]
Weight: 13-14 lb [5900–6350g]
Wing Loading: 29–32oz/sq ft [88–98g/dm
2
]
Length: 62.5 in [1590mm]
Radio: 6-channel with seven servos
Engine: .91 – 1.08 cu in [15–17.5cc] two-stroke or
1.20 cu in [20cc] four-stroke engine
Manufactured under license by Pennzoil-Quaker State Company,
2004; Hobbico, Inc. P.O. Box 9021 Champaign, IL 61826-9021
®

Summary

Introduction and Organizations

Model Introduction

Overview of the Super Chipmunk 1.20 ARF.

AMA and IMAA Information

Details on aviation organizations.

Scale Competition and Required Items

Scale Competition Guidelines

Rules and documentation for scale contests.

Items Required

Essential hardware and accessories for building.

General Safety Precautions

Building and Operation Safety

Important safety advice for handling the model.

Ordering Replacement Parts

How to Order Parts

Procedures and contact info for replacement parts.

Kit Contents

Inventory of Kit Components

List of all parts included in the model kit.

Wing Assembly - Preparations and Ailerons

Preparations

Initial inspection and part separation.

Install the Ailerons

Attaching ailerons to wing panels.

Wing Assembly - Aileron Servos and Pushrods

Install Aileron Servos and Pushrods

Connecting servos and pushrods for ailerons.

Wing Assembly - Center Section

Assemble Wing Center-Section

Joining wing halves with the center section.

Landing Gear Assembly

Install Landing Gear, Wheels, and Wheel Pants

Attaching landing gear components.

Fuselage Assembly - Initial Steps

Assemble the Fuselage

General fuselage assembly notes.

Install Stab, Elevators, and Rudder

Attaching tail surfaces.

Engine and Fuel System Installation

Install Engine, Fuel Tank, Throttle Servo

Mounting engine and fuel components.

Cowl Mounting

Mount the Cowl

Fitting and attaching the engine cowl.

Radio System and Control Linkages

Install Radio System, Pushrods, Control Horns

Connecting servos and control surfaces.

Finishing Touches and Final Assembly

Install Receiver and Battery

Securing radio receiver and battery.

Apply the Decals

Attaching decorative decals to the model.

Pre-Flight Setup - Controls and Balance

Check Control Directions

Verifying proper servo response.

Set Control Throws

Adjusting control surface movement limits.

Balance the Model (C.G.)

Setting the center of gravity for flight.

Pre-Flight Procedures and Safety

Balance Model Laterally

Ensuring even weight distribution wing-to-wing.

Preflight Checks

Final checks before flying (ID, battery, props, ground/range).

Engine Safety Precautions

Engine Operation Warnings

Critical safety advice for running the engine.

Aviation Safety Codes

AMA Safety Code Excerpt

Rules from the Academy of Model Aeronautics.

IMAA Safety Code Excerpt

Rules from the International Miniature Aircraft Association.

Flight Operations and Checklist

Pre-Flight Check List

A final checklist before flying.

Fuel Mixture Adjustments

Tuning the engine for optimal performance.

Flying Techniques

Takeoff Procedures

Steps for initiating flight.

Flight Maneuvers

Tips for general flight control and attitude.

Landing Procedures

Guidance for bringing the model down safely.

GREAT PLANES Super Chipmunk Specifications

General

Wingspan	54 in (1370 mm)
Weight	5.5 - 6.5 lb (2.5 - 2.9 kg)
Length	44.5 in (1130 mm)
Material	Balsa and plywood
Radio	4-5 channel