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Always obtain proper insurance before flying – contact the AMA at
www.modelaircraft.org
REQUIRED ITEMS
CA Glue – Thin and Medium
CA accelerator and debonder
Hobby Knife
Set Metric Allen Wrenches
Phillips screwdriver
Scissors
Small Pliers
Wire Cutters
Rubbing alcohol
Paper towel
Optional – Heat Gun
Blue Loctite thread locking compound
Assembly Instructions – Read completely before starting assembly!
NOTE: 3DHobbyShop has online build videos for this aircraft hosted at
www.vimeo.com
and linked on the 3DHobbyShop website. If you have problems
locating the build videos, contact 3DHobbyShop for assistance or consult
www.RCGroups.com
for the latest information on build videos and other news
about the 47” Extra SHP.
Unpack your airplane and examine the components. Check for damage of any kind. If you have
damage, please contact 3DHobbyShop to discuss.
WRINKLES
Your airplane was packed in plastic at the factory without any wrinkles in the covering. You may notice
some wrinkles now; more likely, you will notice a few in a day or two or the first time you take the plane
out to the flying field. These wrinkles are the result of wood shrinkage and/or expansion. Wrinkles may
be removed with the gentle application of heat to the covering material on your airplane. The best tool to
use is a heat gun. Apply the heat gently: the covering material will shrink as you apply the heat, and this
will remove the wrinkles. BE CAREFUL! Too much heat applied too quickly can damage the covering,
either by causing it to pull away from the wood at seams and corners or even by melting it. The covering
will shrink at low temperature with patient application of heat. Wrinkles in the covering DO NOT affect
flight performance.
Remove the canopy before attempting to use heat on your covering! The canopy is made of thermo-
activated plastic and WILL deform with the application of heat. Do not apply heat to the canopy.
PAINT
If you need to clean your airplane, we recommend using a damp towel. The paint used on the canopy
and cowl is not safe for all cleaners.
