Great Planes Super Sportster EP ARF - GPMA1160 - Manual (Page 2)

INTRODUCTION ................................................................2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..................................................2
BATTERY CHARGER OPTIONS ......................................3
ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED .....................................3
Hardware and Accessories..........................................3
Adhesives and Building Supplies.................................3
Optional Supplies and Tools ........................................4
IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES.......................................4
COMMON ABBREVIATIONS ............................................4
KIT INSPECTION...............................................................5
KIT CONTENTS.................................................................5
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS...............................6
PREPARATIONS................................................................7
ASSEMBLE THE WING .....................................................7
Install the Ailerons .......................................................7
Join the Wing Halves ...................................................8
ASSEMBLE THE FUSELAGE ...........................................9
Mount the Wing............................................................9
Mount the Stabilizer and Fin........................................9
RADIO INSTALLATION ...................................................12
Install the Control Horns ............................................12
Install the Servos .......................................................12
MOUNT THE COWL AND PROP ....................................15
MOUNT THE LANDING GEAR .......................................16
FINISH THE MODEL........................................................17
Install the Canopy ......................................................17
Install the Battery Hatch ............................................18
Apply the Decals........................................................19
GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY..................................19
Check the Control Directions .....................................19
Set the Control Throws ..............................................20
Balance the Model (C.G.) ..........................................20
Balance the Model Laterally ......................................21
PREFLIGHT .....................................................................21
Identify Your Model.....................................................21
Charge the Batteries..................................................21
Balance Propellers ....................................................21
PROPER CARE OF YOUR MOTOR ...............................21
PERFORMANCE TIPS ....................................................22
Ground Check ...........................................................22
Range Check.............................................................22
MOTOR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................................22
AMA SAFETY CODE ......................................................22
CHECK LIST ...................................................................23
FLYING ............................................................................23
Takeoff.........................................................Back Cover
Flight ...........................................................Back Cover
Landing .......................................................Back Cover
The Great Planes Super Sportster kits have been a favorite
among pilots since 1984. For many pilots the Super
Sportster was their first low wing plane. Now, Great Planes
brings you the Super Sportster tradition in an electric
version. Following the lines of the Super Sportster 20, the
Super Sportster EP has been lightened to accommodate
electric power without sacrificing performance. If you’re
ready to continue the Super Sportster tradition without the
fuss and mess of a glow engine, the Super Sportster EP is
just what you need.
For the latest technical updates or manual corrections to the
Super Sportster EP ARF visit the Great Planes web site at
www.greatplanes.com. Open the “Airplanes” link, then
select the Super Sportster EP 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.
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 47302-9252
Tele. (800) 435-9262
Fax (765) 741-0057
Or via the Internet at: http://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.
1. Your Super Sportster EP should not be considered a toy,
but rather a sophisticated, working model that functions very
much like a full-size airplane. Because of its performance
capabilities, the Super Sportster EP, if not assembled and
operated correctly, could possibly cause injury to yourself or
spectators and damage to property.
PROTECT YOUR MODEL, YOURSELF
& OTHERS...FOLLOW THESE
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
AMA
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