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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ............................................................... 2
AMA .................................................................................. 2
ELECTRIC MOTOR AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ....... 3
DECISIONS YOU MUST MAKE ........................................ 3
Glow Engine Accessories .......................................... 3
Electric Motor Accessories......................................... 4
Radio Equipment ....................................................... 4
Additional Radio Accessories .................................... 4
ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED .................................... 5
Required Hardware and Accessories ........................ 5
Adhesives and Building Supplies ............................... 5
Covering Tools ........................................................... 5
Optional Supplies and Tools ....................................... 5
IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES ...................................... 5
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS .............................. 6
KIT INSPECTION .............................................................. 7
KIT CONTENTS ................................................................ 7
SHRINK THE COVERING ................................................. 8
BUILD THE WINGS ........................................................... 8
Hinge the Ailerons ...................................................... 8
Install the Wing Dowels .............................................. 9
Install the Aileron Servos ........................................... 9
ASSEMBLE THE FUSELAGE ........................................ 11
Attach the Horizontal Stabilizer ................................ 11
Hinge the Rudder and Elevators .............................. 13
Landing Gear Installation ......................................... 14
Install the Elevator Servo ......................................... 14
Install the Hatch ....................................................... 15
Install the Electric Motor and Rudder Servo ............ 16
Install the Glow Engine and Rudder Servo .............. 19
Install the Fuel Tank ................................................. 20
Install the Radio Gear and Cowl .............................. 21
Mount the Prop and Spinner .................................... 22
Apply the Decals ...................................................... 22
GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY ................................. 22
Install and Connect the Motor Battery ..................... 22
Check the Control Directions ................................... 23
Set the Control Throws ............................................ 24
Balance Model (C.G.)............................................... 24
Balance the Model Laterally ..................................... 25
PREFLIGHT .................................................................... 25
Identify Your Model ................................................... 25
Charge the Batteries ................................................ 25
Balance Propellers ................................................... 25
Ground Check .......................................................... 25
Range Check ........................................................... 26
ENGINE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................................. 26
AMA SAFETY CODE ...................................................... 26
CHECKLIST .................................................................... 27
FLYING ............................................................................ 27
Mount the Wing ........................................................ 27
Fuel Mixture Adjustments ........................................ 27
Takeoff .......................................................Back Cover
Flight ..........................................................Back Cover
Landing ......................................................Back Cover
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Great Planes Extra 300SP .46
ARF. This model has been designed to excel in all aspects of
RC aerobatic fl ight. Great lengths have been taken to ensure
the Great Planes Extra 300SP .46 ARF is able to fulfi ll the
demands of the most critical modeler. Whether you desire to
use glow or electric power, design features are in place to
enhance the attributes of both power systems. Two rudder
placement locations and alternate battery mounting positions
have been included to eliminate the need for lead ballast. This
model is capable of the most extreme 3D aerobatic maneuvers,
pinpoint precision, and relaxing Sunday fl ying. Whatever your
fl ying preference, the Great Planes Extra 300SP .46 ARF is
certain to make a great addition to your hangar.
For the latest technical updates or manual corrections
to the Great Planes Extra 300SP .46 ARF visit the Great
Planes web site at
www.greatplanes.com . Open the “R/C
AIRPLANES” pull down tab across the top of the page, and
then select “ARFs-GLOW.” Scroll down the page and click on
“Extra 300SP .46 ARF”. If there is new technical information
or changes to this model an “Important! TECH NOTICE” box
will appear in the upper left corner of the page. Click on the
Tech Notice box to read the information.
AMA
We urge you to join the AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics)
and a local R/C club. The AMA is the governing body of model
aviation and membership is required to fl y at AMA clubs.
Though joining the AMA provides many benefi ts, one of the
primary reasons to join is liability protection. Coverage is not
limited to fl ying at contests or on the club fi eld. It even applies
to fl ying at public demonstrations and air shows. Failure to
comply with the Safety Code (excerpts printed in the back of
the manual) may endanger insurance coverage. Additionally,
training programs and instructors are available at AMA club
sites to help you get started the right way. There are over
2,500 AMA chartered clubs across the country. Contact the
AMA at the address or toll-free phone number shown.
Academy of Model Aeronautics
5151 East Memorial Drive
Muncie, IN 47302
Tele: (800) 435-9262
Fax (765) 741-0057
Or via the Internet at:
www.modelaircraft.org
IMPORTANT!!! Two of the most important things you can do
to preserve the radio controlled aircraft hobby are to avoid
fl ying near full-scale aircraft and avoid fl ying near or over
groups of people.