Great Planes Edge 540 FlatOuts 3D EP ARF - GPMA1113 - Manual (Page 16)

If mounting the included stick-mounted motor and gearbox or an
after-market geared brushless system, follow the instructions in
this section. If mounting a firewall-mounted motor system,
proceed to
“Firewall-Mounted Motor System” on page 17.
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1. The 10 x 10 x 27mm [25/64" x 25/64" x 1-1/16"]
hardwood motor mount block must be mounted in the
correct orientation. Identify the top, aft end of the block as
shown in the sketch so you will know how it is installed.
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2. Without using any glue, slide the motor mount block
over the fuselage tube. Be certain the block is in the correct
position so there will be down and right thrust. Do not glue
the motor mount block onto the fuselage tube.
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3. If using the included propeller, install the prop saver
onto the gearbox shaft with the large-diameter cone
forward. If using a GWS prop, install the prop saver with the
small-diameter cone forward. Tighten the screws, making
sure they engage the flat spots on the shaft.
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4. Slide the motor/gearbox assembly over the motor
mount block.
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5. Drill a 1.5mm [1/16"] pilot hole at an angle from the top of
the gearbox through the balsa block and carbon tubes. Make
sure the motor mount block does not rotate while drilling.
Secure the gearbox and block with a 2 x 8mm [5/64" x 5/16"]
wood screw.
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6. If using the included APC prop, insert the larger of the
two adapter rings (included in the propeller packaging) into
the rear of the propeller hub.
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7. Secure the prop to the prop saver with one of the
included O-rings.
Mount the Motor & Gearbox
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GPM
APC
GWS