Carl Goldberg GPMA0955 EAGLE 2 - Manual (Page 44)

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TREAT YOUR RADIO RIGHT - AND IT WILL DO THE SAME FOR YOU!
by Hal deBolt Famous R/C Pioneer
Today's RC systems are very well engineered and constructed.
However, they will remain only as good as the way in which they
are USED. Experience has shown us how to use them to per-
fection. Follow the proper rules religiously, and anyone can have
success.
CONNECTORS: In using connectors, never pull on the wires
to disconnect; grasp the plugs instead. Clean them by dunking
in solvent; dope thinner is fine. Do tape the connectors together
when Installing, and be sure that there Is no strain
on the cables.
RECEIVERS: Receivers must be vibration free. Wrap them in a
minimum of 1/2" soft foam rubber (not plastic foam) when
installing. Keep clear of all cables and batteries. Tune annually
as indicated below under "Check-Ups."
RECEIVER ANTENNA: The receiver antenna must be routed
directly out of the airplane and to the top of the fin, or preferably
to the stabilizer tip. At no place should it be close to anything
metal or electronic. Visualize it as being about 3" In diameter
instead of 1/16". Do not allow anything other than wood or plas-
tic to be within the 3" diameter.
SERVOS: Servos are vibration prone. Do mount them with
grommet shock mounts in servo trays which are in turn shock
mounted. Keep them clean. If a neutral position should drift, it is
a sign of a change; find out WHY before flying again.
TRANSMITTERS: Keep your transmitter clean and free from
fuel residue and dirt. Battery condition and RF output should be
monitored, and the system should be aligned and tuned annual-
ly. Do not transport under vibration (floor of a car); place them
on something soft.
PUSHRODS: Obviously, pushrods should be Installed freely
so that they place no load on the servo. Using a servo's power
to move a tight rod or heavy surface by force increases the bat-
tery drain, shortens the electronic life, and can cause neutraliz-
ing problems. While being free, the pushrod must not flex or
vibrate. Any vibration is transferred directly to the servo, its gear,
motor and pot. While maintaining freedom, flexing and vibration
can be prevented by the use of guides and fairleads on the
rods.
CHECK-UPS: When—at least once annually, and it should
include the tuning and alignment of the system, plus TESTING
the batteries. Also, any time anything unusual occurs during
usage. A malfunction or "glitch" is the first sign of an impending
failure; it should not be ignored. Where—at a factory authorized
center that understands your particular equipment. If not avail-
able, an established center can offer advice.
AND: ADD A SMALL PORTION OF GOOD LUCK.