Great Planes Phazer EDF ARF - GPMA1802 - Manual (Page 17)

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3. Be certain the model is clean and free from oily fi ngerprints
and dust. Prepare a dishpan or small bucket with a mixture
of liquid dish soap and warm water—about one teaspoon of
soap per gallon of water. Submerse the decal in the soap and
water and peel off the paper backing. Note: Even though the
decals have a “sticky-back” and are not the water transfer type,
submersing them in soap & water allows accurate positioning
and reduces air bubbles underneath.
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4. Position decals on the model where desired. Holding the
decal down, use a paper towel to wipe most of the water away.
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5. Use a piece of soft balsa or something similar to squeegee
remaining water from under the decal. Apply the rest of the
decals the same way.
GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The Phazer is slightly
more sensitive to the C.G. location than other models, so be
certain to check and set the C.G. according to the instructions
in this manual. More than any other factor, the C.G. (center
of gravity/balance point) can have the greatest effect on
how a model fl ies and could determine whether or not your
fi rst fl ight will be successful. If you value your Phazer and
wish to enjoy it for many fl ights, DO NOT OVERLOOK THIS
IMPORTANT PROCEDURE. A model that is not properly
balanced may be unstable and possibly unfl yable.
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1. Assemble and glue together the included balance stand
and balance gauge.
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2. Use regular tape or double-sided tape to securely, but
temporarily hold the plywood C.G. supports to the wing
approximately 1/16" [1.5 mm] from the fuselage.
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3. With the Phazer in ready-to-fl y condition and the battery
and all other components installed, key the pointed ends of
the posts on the balance stand into the middle holes in the
supports on the wing, then fl ip the assembly over placing the
stand on its base to see where the model balances.
This is where the Phazer should balance for the fi rst fl ights.
Later, you may experiment by shifting the C.G. 5/16"
[8mm] forward or 5/16" [8mm] back to change the fl ying
characteristics. Moving the C.G. forward will improve stability,
but will also decrease maneuverability. Moving the C.G. aft
will allow the Phazer to fl y slower, but it will then be less
stable and bleed off even more speed in turns. In any case,
start at the recommended balance point and do not at
any time balance the model outside the specifi ed range.