Great Planes Edge 540 1.60-43cc Performance Series ARF - GPMA1414 - Manual (Page 2)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ............................................................... 2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................................................. 3
DECISIONS YOU MUST MAKE ........................................ 3
Building Stand ............................................................ 3
Radio Equipment ....................................................... 4
Engine Recommendations ......................................... 5
Glow Engine Requirements ....................................... 5
Brushless Motor Requirements .................................. 5
Gas Engine Requirements ......................................... 5
Propeller ..................................................................... 6
ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED .................................... 6
Adhesives and Building Supplies ............................... 6
Optional Supplies and Tools ....................................... 6
IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES ...................................... 6
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS .............................. 7
KIT CONTENTS ................................................................ 8
PREPARATIONS ............................................................... 9
ASSEMBLE THE WING .................................................... 9
Install the Ailerons ...................................................... 9
Install the Aileron Servos and Pushrods .................. 10
Join the Wing Panels ............................................... 11
ASSEMBLE THE TAIL SECTION & LANDING GEAR ... 13
Install the Stabilizer, Elevators, and Rudder ............ 13
Install the Tail Gear Assembly .................................. 15
Assemble and Install the Main Gear ........................ 16
Install the Elevator Servos and Pushrods ................ 17
GLOW ENGINE INSTALLATION .................................... 18
Mount the Engine ..................................................... 18
Install the Fuel Tank (Glow Engine) ......................... 20
Install the Throttle Servo (Glow Engine) .................. 21
GAS ENGINE INSTALLATION ....................................... 22
Mount the Engine ..................................................... 22
Install the Fuel Tank (Gas Engine) ........................... 23
Install the Throttle Servo (Gas Engine) .................... 26
Install the Ignition Equipment (Gas Engine) ............. 27
BRUSHLESS MOTOR INSTALLATION .......................... 29
Mount the Motor ....................................................... 29
Install the Battery and ESC Trays ............................ 30
INSTALL THE RUDDER SERVOS .................................. 33
Install the Rudder Servos in the Forward Position ... 33
Install the Rudder Servos in the Aft Position ............ 36
FINISH THE MODEL ....................................................... 37
Install the Radio System .......................................... 37
Install the Cowl ......................................................... 39
Install the Canopy Hatch .......................................... 41
Install the Propeller and Spinner .............................. 42
GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY ................................. 43
Install and Connect the Motor Battery ..................... 43
Check the Control Directions ................................... 44
Set the Control Throws ............................................ 44
Balance the Model (C.G.)......................................... 45
Balance the Model Laterally ..................................... 46
PREFLIGHT .................................................................... 46
Identify Your Model ................................................... 46
Charge the Batteries ................................................ 46
Balance Propellers ................................................... 46
Ground Check .......................................................... 46
Range Check ........................................................... 46
ENGINE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................................. 47
AMA SAFETY CODE ...................................................... 47
IMAA SAFETY CODE ..................................................... 48
CHECK LIST ................................................................... 49
FLYING ............................................................................ 50
Takeoff ..................................................................... 50
Flight ........................................................................ 50
Landing .................................................................... 50
3D FLYING ...................................................................... 51
ENGINE/MOTOR MOUNT TEMPLATES ........................ 53
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the Edge 540 1.60 ARF
3D, the next in the Great Planes Performance Series line of
3D aerobatic airplanes! The Edge 540 is one of the most
capable aerobatic planes in the world and has delivered
multiple championships in competition. Its proven design will
also deliver the 3D performance that pilots have come to
expect from the Great Planes Performance Series.
For the latest technical updates or manual corrections to the
Edge 540 1.60 ARF visit the Great Planes web site at
www.
greatplanes.com. Open the “Airplanes” link, then select the
Edge 540 1.60 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.
AMA
We urge you to join the AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics)
and a local R/C club. The AMA is the governing body of model
aviation and membership is required to fly at AMA clubs.
Though joining the AMA provides many benefits, one of the
primary reasons to join is liability protection. Coverage is not
limited to flying at contests or on the club field. It even applies
to flying at public demonstrations and air shows. Failure to
comply with the Safety Code (excerpts printed in the back of
the manual) may endanger insurance coverage. Additionally,
training programs and instructors are available at AMA club
sites to help you get started the right way. There are over
2,500 AMA chartered clubs across the country. Contact the
AMA at the address or toll-free phone number below.
Academy of Model Aeronautics
5151 East Memorial Drive
Muncie, IN 47302
Tele: (800) 435-9262
Fax (765) 741-0057
Or via the Internet at:
www.modelaircraft.org
IMPORTANT!!! Two of the most important things you can do
to preserve the radio controlled aircraft hobby are to avoid
flying near full-scale aircraft and avoid flying near or over
groups of people.