Dynaflite GPMA1052 Bird of Time - Manual (Page 2)

Introduction ............................................2
Safety Precautions ..................................2
Additional Items Required ......................3
Flight Equipment ............................................3
Building Supplies ............................................4
Optional Supplies & Tools ..............................4
Important Building Notes........................4
Ordering Replacement Parts ..................5
Important Note About Fiberglass............5
Kit Contents ............................................6
Assembly ................................................7
Assemble the Wing ........................................7
Install the Tow Hook Mount ............................8
Install the Rudder ............................................9
Assemble the Horizontal Stab ......................10
Install the Elevator Linkage ..........................10
Install the Receiver ........................................12
Final Assembly ..............................................12
Prepare the Model for Flying ................13
Set the Control Throws ................................13
Balance the Model (C.G.) ..............................14
Balance the Model Laterally ........................14
Identify Your Model ......................................14
Charge the Batteries......................................15
Ground Inspection ........................................15
Range Check ..................................................15
AMA Safety Code..................................15
Find a Safe Place to Fly ........................16
Flying ....................................................16
Thank you for purchasing the Dynaflite Bird of
Time ARF. The Bird of Time ARF is a lightweight,
high performance model that has great soaring
qualities. It is a classic model, a timeless design
that always draws a crowd of admirers
wherever it is flown. With its strong fiberglass
fuselage the Bird of Time ARF is easy to
assemble and is very strong. We hope you will
enjoy years of soaring your Bird.
For the latest technical updates or manual
corrections to the Bird of Time, visit the web
site listed below and select the Dynaflite Bird of
Time ARF. If there is new technical information
or changes to this model, a "tech notice" box
will appear in the upper left corner of the page.
www.dynaflite.com/airplanes/index.html
1. Your Bird of Time ARF should not be
considered a toy, but rather a sophisticated,
working model that functions very much like a
full-size airplane. Although the Bird of Time is a
lightweight soaring model, just the same as any
R/C plane, it should still be flown with care.
Even while gliding at slow speeds, the Bird of
Time could possibly cause injury to yourself or
spectators and damage property.
2. You must assemble the Bird of Time
according to the instructions. Do not alter
or modify the model, as doing so may result in
an unsafe or unflyable model. In a few cases the
instructions may differ slightly from the photos.
In those instances the written instructions
should be considered as correct.
3. You must take the time to build straight, true
and strong.
4. You must use an R/C radio system that is in
first-class condition.
5. You must correctly install all R/C and other
components so that the model operates
correctly on the ground and in the air.
6. You must check the operation of the model
before every flight to insure that all equipment
is operating and that the model has remained
PROTECT YOUR MODEL,
YOURSELF & OTHERS...
FOLLOW THIS IMPORTANT
SAFETY PRECAUTION
INTRODUCTION
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