Dynaflite DYFA3040 - Manual (Page 2)

Introduction................................................2
Precautions ................................................2
Preparations ..............................................3
Required Accessories..........................................3
Optional Accessories ..........................................4
Suggested Supplies ............................................4
Building Notes ....................................................5
Adhesives ............................................................5
Common Abbreviations......................................6
Types of Wood ....................................................6
Inch/Metric Ruler..................................................6
Die-Cut Patterns............................................7 & 8
Build the Stabilizer & Elevators ................9
Build the Vertical Fin & Rudder................10
Build the Fuselage ....................................12
Build the Bulkheads ..........................................12
Build the Wing ..........................................19
Join the Wing Panels ................................23
Build the Ailerons ....................................26
Build the Flaps..........................................27
Mount the Wing to the Fuselage ..............28
Finish the Fuselage ..................................29
Final Assembly..........................................33
Finishing ..................................................35
Set the Control Throws ............................36
Balance Your Model ..................................36
Balance the Model Laterally ....................37
Preflight....................................................37
At Home ............................................................37
At the Flying Site ..............................................38
Engine Safety Precautions ......................38
AMA Safety Code (excerpt) ......................39
Flying ........................................................39
Find a Safe Place to Fly ....................................39
Takeoff................................................................40
Flight ..................................................................40
Landing ..............................................................40
Congratulations on your choice of this kit for
your next project. The Chipmunk is a Fun Scale®
model of a true classic aircraft. It has the
presence that only a big model can carry off.
At Dynaflite we take pride in offering kits that
are simple and straightforward to build and
provide value for your modeling dollar.
Because of the size and cost of this model we
assume you have built several models and have
a general working knowledge of modeling and
its terms. If you HAVE NOT built and flown
several kits, do yourself a favor - back up and
get some experience before beginning this kit.
1.You must build the plane according to the
plan and instructions. Do not alter or modify
the model, as doing so may result in an unsafe
or unflyable model. In a few cases the plan
and instructions may differ slightly from
the photos. In those instances the plan
and written instructions are correct.
2. You must take time to build straight, true
and strong.
3. You must use a proper R/C radio that is in
first class condition, the correct size of engine
and correct components (fuel tank, wheels,
etc.) throughout your building process.
4. You must properly install all R/C and other
components so that the model operates
properly on the ground and in the air.
5. You must test the operation of the model
before every flight to insure that all equipment
is operating and you must make certain that the
model has remained structurally sound.
6. If you are not already an experienced R/C
pilot, you must fly the model only with the
help of a competent, experienced R/C pilot.
Remember: Take your time and follow
instructions to end up with a well-built
model that is straight and true.
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