Great Planes Edge 540 1.60-43cc Performance Series ARF - GPMA1414 - Manual (Page 37)

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FINISh ThE MODEL
Install the Radio System
Note: There are multiple locations to install the receiver
and receiver pack depending on the power system being
used and the ballast needed to balance the airplane at the
recommended point. A
plywood auxiliary battery mount is
included and can be secured to the side of the motor mounting
box. An aft radio tray is also provided that will accommodate
both components. Read through the radio installation steps
and choose the location that best suits your set-up.
o 1. If weight is needed at the nose of the model for balancing
purposes, locate the three auxiliary battery mount pieces
(glow engine or brushless motor installation). Glue the two
long pieces flush with the long sides of the large piece and
centered left and right. Fuel proof the assembly.
o 2. Cut a piece of foam rubber to fit your battery pack.
Make a hook and loop strap to fit your pack by overlapping
the mating ends of the included hook and loop material by
approximately 1" [25mm]. The total length of the strap you
make will be determined by the size of your pack. Place the
foam rubber onto the battery mount and use the hook and
loop strap to secure the battery to the mount.
o 3. Place the mount onto the motor mounting box side and
mark the locations for the four mounting holes. Drill 3/32"
[2.4mm] holes at your marks. Thread a #4 x 1/2" [13mm]
screw into each hole and back it out. Apply a couple drops of
thin CA to each hole to harden the wood. Screw the mount
to the firewall using four #4 x 1/2" [13mm] screws and four #4
flat washers. Be sure that the battery pack is properly secured
to the battery mount. The mount can also be installed so the
hook and loop strap is oriented vertically.
o 4. If you have installed a gas engine, you will need to
install the aft radio tray. Position the tray in place as shown
and use a 1/16" [1.6mm] drill bit to drill four mounting holes in
the locations shown. Thread a #2 x 1/2" [13mm] self-tapping
screw into each hole and remove it. Apply a couple drops
of thin CA to each hole to harden the wood. Secure the tray
with four #2 x 1/2" [13mm] self-tapping screws and four #2
flat washers.