Great Planes Reactor 3D EP ARF - GPMA1540 - Manual (Page 3)

4. You must correctly install all R/C and other components so
that the model operates correctly on the ground and in the air.
5. You must check the operation of the model before every
flight to insure that all equipment is operating and that the
model has remained structurally sound. Be sure to check
clevises or other connectors often and replace them if they
show any signs of wear or fatigue.
6. If you are not an experienced pilot or have not flown this
type of model before, we recommend that you get the
assistance of an experienced pilot in your R/C club for your
first flights. If you’re not a member of a club, your local hobby
shop has information about clubs in your area whose
membership includes experienced pilots.
7. While this kit has been flight tested to exceed normal use,
if the plane will be used for extremely high-stress flying,
such as racing, or if a motor larger than one in the
recommended range is used, the modeler is responsible for
taking steps to reinforce the high-stress points and/or
substituting hardware more suitable for the increased stress.
Remember: Take your time and follow the instructions to
end up with a well-built model that is straight and true.
This is a partial list of items required to finish the Reactor 3D
EP ARF that may require planning or decision-making before
starting to build. Order numbers are provided in parentheses.
A 4-channel radio system with four micro servos and a micro
receiver are required for this plane. The servos and receiver
shown in the manual are Futaba
® S3110 micro servos and
the Futaba R114F micro receiver. Two 6" [152mm] servo
extensions, two 20" [500mm] servo extensions, and a
Y-harness are also required. Order numbers for these items
are provided below.
• (4) Futaba S3110 Micro High Torque Servo
[7.7g] (FUTM0046)
• Futaba R114F FM Micro Receiver
(Low Band – FUTL0442, High Band – FUTL0443)
• Futaba FM Single Conversion Short Crystal
(Low Band – FUTL62**, High Band – FUTL63**)
• (2) Futaba C-25 Extension Slim Wire
6" [152mm] (FUTM4506)
• (2) Futaba 20" [500mm] Heavy-Duty Servo Extension
J (FUTM4147)
The Reactor 3D EP ARF comes with mounting boxes to use
either a Great Planes Ammo
™ brushless in-runner motor with
gear-drive or a Great Planes RimFire ™ brushless out-runner
motor. The motors that have been tested and perform well in
this plane are listed below. (If using the in-runner motor with
gear-drive, be sure to install the 11T pinion gear that is
included with the gear-drive to achieve a gear ratio of 4.5:1.)
• Great Planes Ammo 24-33-4040kV Brushless In-runner
Motor (GPMG5165)
• Great Planes Gear-Drive 24mm In-runner
Motors (GPMG0505)
• Great Planes RimFire 35-30-950kV Brushless
Out-runner Motor (GPMG4590)
Note: Motors from other manufacturers may work with the
Reactor 3D EP ARF. However, the included firewall pieces
are designed to work specifically with the Great Planes
motors listed.
• If using the recommended Ammo Brushless In-runner
motor with 4.5:1 gear-drive, or the recommended
RimFire Brushless Out-runner motor, you will need a
10x4.5 Slo-Flyer Electric Propeller (GPMQ6660).
A brushless ESC (electronic speed control) is required for
this plane. We recommend using the Great Planes Silver
Series 25A Brushless ESC 5V/2A BEC (GPMM1820).
The Reactor 3D EP ARF has been flown with 11.1V LiPo
packs ranging from 1250mAh to 2100mAh. Order numbers
are provided for packs of this size. The lighter 1250mAh
pack is suggested for maximum performance.
Battery Pack
Electronic Speed Control
Propeller
Motor Recommendations
Radio Equipment
DECISIONS YOU MUST MAKE
We, as the kit manufacturer, provide you with a top quality,
thoroughly tested kit and instructions, but ultimately the
quality and flyability of your finished model depends on
how you build it; therefore, we cannot in any way
guarantee the performance of your completed model, and
no representations are expressed or implied as to the
performance or safety of your completed model.
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