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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the Wattage Thermalaire EP ARF and welcome to the exciting world of electric
powered gliders! Whether you have built and flown other electric airplanes in the past, or if this is your first, you
will appreciate the high quality, ease of assembly and excellent flight characteristics of the Thermalaire EP ARF.
The Thermalaire EP ARF is a 1.8 meter electric powered glider utilizing all balsa and light-ply built up
construction techniques. The polyhedral wing design is uses a flat bottom that stays incredibly stable through-
out the entire flight envelope and also produces good lift. The center wing panel is built using true D-Tube
construction with balsa sheeting and shear webbing for great strength. The outer tip panels are built light to
keep the overall weight to a minimum. The fuselage is built using balsa and light-ply and the empennage is built
using lightweight balsa. This adds up to an airplane that is light, climbs out with authority and also thermals
very well.
When you open the box, you will notice that you won't have much left to do or to purchase to finish your
new airplane. Included is a direct drive motor with the folding propeller assembly and motor wiring preinstalled.
The airframe is completely built and covered by master craftsmen, who take their time to ensure that every part
is straight and properly glued. But what really sets the Wattage Thermalaire EP apart from other electric gliders
in its price range is the amount of assembly that has been done for you. The Thermalaire EP does not require
any glue to assemble. The wing is held together using steel pins, then is bolted to the fuselage. The horizontal
and vertical stabilizers bolt in place and the control horns are already installed for you. Even the motor, folding
propeller assembly and canopy have been preinstalled for you.
We hope you enjoy your new Wattage Thermalaire EP ARF as much as we have enjoyed designing and
building it for you. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact us. We have also
included a product survey in the back of this manual. Please take the time to fill it out and send it to us. We
would enjoy hearing any comments or suggestions you may have.
This instruction manual is designed to guide you through the entire final assembly process of your new
Wattage Thermalaire EP ARF in the least amount of time possible. Along the way you'll learn how to
properly assemble your new airplane and also learn many tips that will help you in the future. We have
listed some of our recommendations below. Please read through them before going any further.
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Please read through each step before starting
assembly. You should find the layout very com-
plete and simple. Our goal is to guide you through
assembly without any of the headaches and hassles
you might expect.
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There are check boxes next to each step. After
you complete a step, check off the box. This will
help you keep from losing your place.
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Cover your work table with brown paper or a
soft cloth, both to protect the table and to protect
the individual parts.
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Keep a couple of small bowls or jars handy to
put the small parts in after you open the accessory
bags.
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We have included a glossary of terms begin-
ning on page # 23 . Check it out if you come across
a term that is unfamiliar to you.
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We're all excited to get a new airplane in the
air, but take your time. This will ensure you build
a straight, strong and great flying airplane.
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If you come across this symbol
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, it means
that this is an important point or an assembly hint.
If you should find a part missing or damaged, or have any questions about assembly, please contact us at the
address below:
Wattage Customer Care
18480 Bandilier Circle
Fountain Valley, CA 92728
Phone: (714) 963-0329 Fax: (714) 964-6236 E-mail: [email protected]
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