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GREAT PLANES Super Sportster 40 User Manual

GREAT PLANES Super Sportster 40
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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.
While this kit has been flight tested to exceed normal use, if the plane will be used for extremely high stress flying, the modeler is
responsible for taking steps to reinforce the high stress points.
READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE
STARTING CONSTRUCTION. IT CONTAINS
IMPORTANT WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF
THIS MODEL.
GPMZ0218 for GPMA1040 V1.0© Copyright 2000
P.O. Box 788 Urbana, IL 61803 (217) 398-8970
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Wing Span - 55.5 in
Wing Area - 550 sq in
Weight - 5.5 lbs
Wing Loading - 23 oz/sq ft
Fuse Length - 46-3/4 in
A.R.F.
Almost Ready to Fly

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GREAT PLANES Super Sportster 40 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGREAT PLANES
ModelSuper Sportster 40
CategoryToy
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Instruction Manual

Warranty

Guarantees kit against defects in material and workmanship, with limitations.

Important Safety Precautions

Introduction

Overview of the Super Sportster ARF, its characteristics, and suitability for beginners.

Precautions

General advice and safety warnings to consider before and during assembly and flight.

Decisions You Must Make

Engine Selection

Recommendations for suitable engines (2-stroke and 4-stroke) for the model.

Preparations

Required Accessories

List of essential items needed for assembly and operation of the model.

Building Supplies & Tools

List of fundamental building materials and tools, including adhesives.

General Inspection

Building Notes

Tips and explanations regarding common building terminology and practices used in the manual.

Parts List

Begin Construction

Wing Assembly

Step-by-step instructions for joining the wing halves using the wing joiner and epoxy.

Wing Installation

Procedure for attaching the assembled wing to the fuselage using mounting bolts.

Tail Installation

Instructions for mounting the horizontal stabilizer and vertical fin to the fuselage.

Fuel Tank Installation

Detailed steps for preparing and installing the fuel tank within the fuselage.

Engine Installation

Guide for mounting the engine, including throttle linkage and securing it to the mount.

Landing Gear Installation

Instructions for attaching the main landing gear and wheel pants to the wing and fuselage.

Tail Gear Installation

Steps for installing the tail gear assembly onto the fuselage.

Radio Installation

Guide for installing servos, control horns, and pushrods for control surfaces.

Battery & Receiver Installation

Steps for mounting and connecting the receiver and battery within the fuselage.

Radio System Set-up

Instructions for checking servo directions, control throws, and setting up the radio system.

Balance Your Model

Critical procedure for achieving the correct center of gravity (CG) for stable flight.

PREPARING TO FLY YOUR SUPER SPORTSTER ARF

Charge the Batteries

Guidance on properly charging the transmitter and receiver batteries before flying.

Balance the Propeller

Importance of balancing the propeller to prevent vibration and ensure smooth operation.

Find a Safe Place to Fly

Recommendations for selecting an appropriate and safe flying location, preferably an AMA club field.

Ground Check the Model

Essential pre-flight checks including radio installation, control surface function, and engine operation.

Range Check Your Radio

Procedure for testing the radio control system range to ensure reliable operation during flight.

Engine Safety Precautions

Critical safety guidelines for handling fuel, operating the engine, and avoiding injury.

FLYING YOUR SUPER SPORTSTER ARF

Takeoff

Instructions on performing a safe and controlled takeoff, including dual rates and speed considerations.

Flying

Advice on learning the model's flight characteristics, including maneuvers and control feel.

Landing

Guidance on approaching and executing a safe landing with the Super Sportster ARF.

AMA SAFETY CODE (excerpt)

General

Key safety rules for general model aircraft operation, including flight testing and proximity to full-scale aircraft.

Radio Control

Specific safety regulations pertaining to the operation of radio-controlled model aircraft.

Building Notes

Flight Log

Section for recording flight details, performance, and maintenance history.

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