Top Flite TOPA0955 - Manual (Page 31)

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RADIO CONTROL
1) I will have completed a successful radio equipment
ground check before the first flight of a new or
repaired model .
2) I will not fly my model aircraft in the presence of
spectators until I become a qualified flier, unless
assisted by an experienced helper .
3) At all flying sites a straight or curved line(s) must
be established in front of which all flying takes place
with the other side for spectators . Only personnel
involved with flying the aircraft are allowed at or in
the front of the flight line . Intentional flying behind the
flight line is prohibited .
4) I will operate my model using only radio control
frequencies currently allowed by the Federal
Communications Commission .
5)
I will not knowingly operate my model within
three miles of any pre-existing flying site except in
accordance with the frequency sharing agreement
listed [in the complete AMA Safety Code] .
9) Under no circumstances may a pilot or other
person touch a powered model in flight;
nor should
any part of the model other than the landing
gear, intentionally touch the ground, except
while landing.
CHECK LIST
During the last few moments of preparation
your mind may be elsewhere anticipating the
excitement of the first flight . Because of this, you
may be more likely to overlook certain checks
and procedures that should be performed before
the model is flown . To help avoid this, a check
list is provided to make sure these important
areas are not overlooked . Many are covered in
the instruction manual, so where appropriate,
refer to the manual for complete instructions . Be
sure to check the items off as they are completed
(that’s why it’s called a check list!)
o 1 . Fuelproof all areas exposed to fuel or exhaust
residue such as the cowl mounting blocks, wing
saddle area, etc .
o 2 . Check the C .G . according to the measurements
provided in the manual .
o 3 . Be certain the battery and receiver are securely
mounted in the fuse . Simply stuffing them into place
with foam rubber is not sufficient .
o 4 . Extend your receiver antenna and make sure it
has a strain relief inside the fuselage to keep tension
off the solder joint inside the receiver .
o 5 . Balance your model laterally as explained in
the instructions .
o 6 . Use threadlocking compound to secure
critical fasteners such as the set screws that hold
the wheel axles to the struts, screws that hold the
carburetor arm (if applicable), screw-lock pushrod
connectors, etc .
o 7 . Add a drop of oil to the axles so the wheels will
turn freely .
o 8 . Make sure all hinges are securely glued
in place .
o 9 . Reinforce holes for wood screws with thin CA
where appropriate (servo mounting screws, cowl
mounting screws, etc .) .
o 10 . Confirm that all controls operate in the correct
direction and the throws are set up according to
the manual .
o 11 . Make sure there are silicone retainers on all
the clevises and that all servo arms are secured to
the servos with the screws included with your radio .
o 12 . Secure connections between servo wires and
Y-connectors or servo extensions, and the connection
between your battery pack and the on/off switch with
vinyl tape, heat shrink tubing or special clips suitable
for that purpose .
o 13 . Make sure any servo extension cords you may
have used do not interfere with other systems (servo
arms, pushrods, etc .) .
o 14 . Secure the pressure tap (if used) to the
muffler with high temp RTV silicone, thread locking
compound or J .B . Weld .
o 15 . Make sure the fuel lines are connected and
are not kinked .
o 16 . Use an incidence meter to check the wing for
twists and attempt to correct before flying .
o 17 . Balance your propeller (and spare propellers) .
o 18 . Tighten the propeller nut and spinner .
o 19 . Place your name, address, AMA number and
telephone number on or inside your model .
o 20 . Cycle your receiver battery pack (if necessary)
and make sure it is fully charged .
o 21 . If you wish to photograph your model, do so
before your first flight .
o 22 . Range check your radio when you get to the
flying field .
FLYING
The P-47 ARF is a great-flying model that flies
smoothly and predictably . The P-47 does not,
however, possess the self-recovery characteristics of
a primary R/C trainer and should be flown only by
experienced R/C pilots .