GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY
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As manufacturers we are not in a position to influence the way you build and
operate your RC model aircraft, and for this reason we deny all liability. All we
can do is expressly point out the hazards involved in this activity.
We suggest that you ask an experienced model flyer for help, or join a model
club or flight training school. Your local model shop and the specialist
magazines are excellent sources of information. If at all possible, it is always
best to join a club and fly at the approved model flying site.
Adhesives and paints contain solvents which may be hazardous to health
under certain circumstances. Read and observe the notes and warnings
supplied by the manufacturer of these materials.
The operator of the model must be in full possession of his or her bodily and
mental faculties. As with car driving, operating a model aircraft under the
influence of alcohol or drugs is not permissible under any circumstances.
If there are passers-by or spectators at your flying site, make sure that they are
aware of the dangers inherent in your activity before you start the motor, and
insist that they keep a safe distance away.
Always keep a safe distance away from people and objects when flying; never
fly low over people’s heads, and never fly directly towards them.
Radio-controlled models should only be flown in “normal” weather conditions,
i.e. a temperature range of -5° to +35° C. More ext reme temperatures can lead
to changes in battery capacity and material characteristics, weakened glued
joints and other unwanted effects.
All model flyers should behave in a way that minimises the danger to people
and property. Never act in any manner which will disturb other flyers and
jeopardise safe, orderly flying at the site.
Never operate your model aircraft close to high-tension overhead cables,
industrial sites, residential areas, public roads, school playgrounds or sports
grounds etc.
Pre-flight checks
Check that the radio control system works correctly and at full range before
every flight: switch on the transmitter and the receiving system, and extend the
transmitter aerial to its full length; walk away from the model, and check that all
the control surfaces work smoothly and immediately at an appropriate
distance; check also that they deflect in the correct “sense” in relation to the
stick movements. Repeat the check with the motor running, while a friend
holds the model securely for you.
If you are a relative beginner to this type of model flying, we recommend that
you enlist an experienced model pilot to help you check and test-fly the model.
Don’t ignore our warnings. They refer to materials and situations which,
