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Jet engines develop great heat and run at very high temperatures; even when stopped and left to cool down
for a considerable period, some parts can still be hotter than 80°C. If you are unsure, you can avoid painful
burns simply by not touching the engine.
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Never touch any part of the turbine when it is running. Keep well clear of the area around the intake and the
exhaust.
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At the end of each session remove all traces of fuel remaining in the engine and tank, and allow residual gas
to dissipate before placing the model in your car. Note that escaping compressed gas is extremely cold and
can produce freeze burns, so avoid skin contact. At all times keep well clear of open flames (cigarette
lighters, matches etc.); when filling or draining fuel tanks, as gas or liquid fuel may escape and cause a fire
hazard.
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Every time you intend to operate your model check carefully that it and everything attached to it is in good
condition and undamaged. Do not fly the model unless you are confident that every part of it is in perfect
condition. Don’t be tempted to compromise your safety standards. If you detect visible damage, or hear any
abnormal system noises which might indicate bearing wear or some other problem, cease operations
immediately and eradicate the fault.
Never attempt to dismantle or repair the turbine yourself. All work on model turbines requires specialist
knowledge and special tools; don’t try it yourself.Any attempt to interfere with the engine invalidates the
guarantee, and the manufacturer will refuse any claim under warranty and any claim for damages in that
case.
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Be sure to keep an adequate supply of fuel in the tank. Don’t continue to fly the model until the tank is
drained dry - it never happens.
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Never fly directly over people or other creatures.
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Never fly directly towards people.
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Keep a safe distance from residential areas: at least 1.5 km “as the crow flies”. The best solution is to join a
model flying club and use the approved flying site. Always keep well clear of high-voltage overhead cables.
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Take-off and landing strips should be kept free of people, animals and movable obstacles, particularly when
a model is using the strip.
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Don’t operate your model from residential areas, public roads, squares, school playgrounds, public parks or
sports grounds etc., and ensure that you always have the model under control.
Building and operating the Kangaroo calls for a high level of technical skill and knowledge, and the model
should only be flown by an extremely competent model pilot. The model is highly pre-fabricated, but the work
which you have to carry out is crucial, and must be completed with the greatest care. The model will only be
strong and fly well if you complete your tasks competently - so please work slowly and accurately.
Essential accessories (not included in the kit):
Radio control system
: you will need at least a 7-channel RC system, i.e. 7 separate functions.
Foam rubber
for packing and protecting various internal components.
Adhesives, thread-lock fluid
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Thread-lock fluid is used on screwed joints to prevent them shaking loose, and should be applied to all screw-
fitting linkage components. Don’t use it where screws are fitted into plastic parts, e.g. control surface horns. You
will also need epoxy laminating resin, 5-minute epoxy and CA glue (thick and thin) together with CA activator
spray.
