GREAT PLANES U-Can-Do 3D - User Manual

WARRANTY
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®
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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.
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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
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STARTING CONSTRUCTION. IT CONTAINS
IMPORTANT WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF
THIS MODEL.
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
A. R. F.
Almost Ready to Fly
Wingspan: 65 in [1651mm]
Wing Area: 1072 sq in [69 dm
2
]
Weight: 7 lbs - 7 lbs 6 oz [3175 - 3345g]
Wing Loading: 15 - 15.9 oz/sq ft [46 - 48 g/dm
2
]
Length: 69.5 in [1765mm]
Engine: .61 - .91 cu in [10 - 15cc] two-stroke, .70 - .91 cu in [11 - 15cc] four-stroke
™

Summary

Warranty Information

Introduction to U-Can-Do 3 D

Critical Safety Precautions

Radio Equipment Recommendations

Engine Recommendations

Required Hardware and Accessories

Hardware and Accessories List

List of hardware and accessories required to finish the model.

Covering Accessories

Adhesives and Building Supplies

Optional Supplies and Tools

Important Building Notes

Kit Contents Overview

Ordering Replacement Parts

Preparations Before Building

Building the Wing

Mounting the Ailerons

Instructions for attaching the ailerons to the wing.

Install Aileron Servos and Pushrods

Step-by-step guide for installing aileron servos and pushrods.

Mounting the Wing to the Fuselage

Attaching the completed wing assembly to the aircraft fuselage.

Building the Fuselage

Mounting the Stabilizer and Fin

Attaching the horizontal stabilizer and vertical fin to the fuselage.

Mounting Wheel Pants and Landing Gear

Procedure for attaching the landing gear and wheel pants.

Mounting the Engine

Step-by-step instructions for installing the engine onto the model.

Mounting the Cowl

Securing the engine cowl to the fuselage.

Installing the Fuel Tank

Guidance on fitting and securing the fuel tank within the fuselage.

Final Assembly Steps

Installing Remaining Servos

Steps for installing the servos for the rudder and elevators.

Mounting the Canopy

Instructions for cutting out and attaching the canopy.

Applying Model Decals

Procedure for applying the aircraft's decals for finishing.

Setting Control Surface Throws

Balancing the Model (Center of Gravity)

Lateral Model Balancing

Pre-Flight Checks

Identifying Your Model

Importance of labeling the model with owner information.

Charging Batteries

Instructions for properly charging the radio system batteries.

Balancing Propellers

Engine Safety Precautions

Ground Check Procedure

Checking engine and model operation on the ground.

Radio Range Check

Testing the operational range of the radio control system.

AMA Safety Code Excerpt

Radio Control Safety

Safety rules pertaining to the radio control system.

Pre-Flight Checklist

A checklist to ensure all pre-flight procedures are completed.

Flying the U-Can-Do 3 D

Takeoff Procedure

Step-by-step guide for taking off with the model.

In-Flight Handling

Tips and advice for normal and 3D flight maneuvers.

Landing Procedure

Instructions on how to safely land the model.

Performance Settings and Tuning

Recommended Servos

Specific servo recommendations for optimal performance.

Recommended Center of Gravity (CG)

Ideal CG location for hovering and stable flight characteristics.

Engine Performance Notes

Observations on different engines and their effect on flight.

Spinner Information

Details regarding the spinner and potential modifications.

3 D Control Throws Settings

Specific control throws for advanced 3D aerobatic maneuvers.

Expo Settings for 3 D Flight

Recommended expo settings to soften control response for 3D.

Servo Arms Recommendations

Guidance on selecting and using servo arms for desired throws.

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GREAT PLANES U-Can-Do 3D Specifications

General

Brand	GREAT PLANES
Model	U-Can-Do 3D
Category	Toy
Language	English