BETA 1400
Kit
Instruction Manual
Congratulation on your purchase of the BETA 1400 motor powered glider. You
are about to embark on a magical journey into the fascinating world of electric
powered RC aeroplanes.
The BETA 1400 manufactured of the virtually unbreakable EPO foam packed
with the latest 2.4GHz radio technology and powered with a mighty brushless
motor and Li-Po batteries will help to become an experienced pilot in no time!
BETA 1400 is not just an entry level plane but actually a quite good thermal glider
that will please any Sunday pilot - a newcomer as well as a seasoned pro!
Wingspan
1400 mm
Length
966 mm
All-up Weight
700-770 g
Wing Area
24.5 dm2
Wing Loading
28.6-31.4 g/dm
2
Recommended Motor*
C2814-1400 outrunner
Recommended ESC*
KAVAN R-20B 20 A with BEC 5 V
*) Not supplied in the kit.
• EPO foam moulded parts, small accessories, 7x6” folding prop and spinner,
2 sheets of stickers
General Warnings
An R/C aeroplane is not a toy! If misused, it can cause serious bodily harm and
damage to property. Fly only on a safe place following all instructions and
recommendations in this manual. Beware of the propeller! Keep loose items
that can get entangled in the propeller away from the spinning propeller,
including loose clothing, or other objects such as pencils and screwdrivers.
Ensure that yours and other people’s hands, and face are kept away from the
rotating propeller.
Note on Lithium Polymer Batteries
Lithium Polymer batteries are significantly more vulnerable than alkaline or
NiCd/NiMH batteries used in R/C applications. All manufacturer’s instruc-
tions and warnings must be followed closely. Mishandling of LiPo batteries
can result in fire. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions when dispos-
ing of Lithium Polymer batteries.
Additional Safety Precautions and Warnings
As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating it in a
manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage to
the product or the property of others. This model is controlled by a radio
signal that is subject to interference from many sources outside your control.
This interference can cause momentary loss of control so it is advisable to al-
ways keep a safe distance in all directions around your model, as this margin
will help to avoid collisions or injury.
Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.
Always operate your model in an open area away from power lines, cars, traf-
fic, or people.
Avoid operating your model in populated areas where injury or damage can
occur.
Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional sup-
port equipment (chargers, rechargeable batteries, etc.) which you use.
Keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of the reach of
children.
Moisture causes damage to electronics. Avoid water exposure to all equip-
ment not specifically designed and protected for this purpose.
Never lick or place any portion of your model in your mouth as it could cause
serious injury or even death.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
INTRODUCTION
• Builder’s kit, EPO foam parts
• Aileron, elevator, rudder and throttle control
• Easy handling and high stability; durable, virtually unbreakable electric
motor powered glider
• Powerful brushless outrunner motor (not supplied in the kit)
• Large wing area, low weight
• Lightweight Li-Po flight pack (not supplied in the kit)
FEATURES
SPECIFICATION
KIT CONTENTS
YOU WILL ALSO NEED THE FOLLOWING ACCESSORIES AND TOOLS
(not included in the kit)
RC Set, Power Unit, Battery
At least a 4-channel transmitter and receiver, Li-Po flight pack 11.1 V 1600-
2700 mAh, KAVAN C2814-1400 brushless motor or similar, KAVAN R-20B 20
A ESC or similar, 4x KAVAN GO-09 servos or similar, short Y-cable or 2x 20-30
cm extension cable.
Tools:
Small Phillips and flat screwdrivers, 1.5 mm Allen key or screwdriver, hot melt
glue gun, sandpaper No. 150-200.
Glue:
Medium or thick cyanoacrylate glue (e.g. KAV9952 or KAV9953), low or medi-
um strength threadlocker (blue - e.g. KAV9970), hot melt glue or MS polymer
glue (e.g. BISON Poly Max®, Soudal T-Rex®), clear sticky tape.
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