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Pack the parachute as you did in Step 10. Insert most of the shock cord, then the parachute, down
into the body tube. Slide the nose cone into the body tube. Be sure to check the fit of the nose - if too
tight, sand the shoulder down - if too loose, wrap with tape. The nose cone should be loose enough
to slip out easily, but tight enough so that you can turn the model upside down without it falling out.
Select an engine from the list of recommended engines (it's usually best to use a lower powered
engine for the first flight). Slip the engine into the rear of the engine mount (be sure the nozzle end is
facing out!) until the metal hook holds the engine in place. Insert the igniter according to the
manufacturers directions.
Place the rocket on the launcher by sliding the launch lug over the launch rod. Use something like a
clothes pin on the launch rod to support the bottom of the model a few (2 or 3) inches up from the
blast deflector. Be sure the safety key is out of your launch system and attach the micro - clips to the
igniter. Move back to a safe distance and be sure the launch area is clear. Check for low - flying
aircraft, insert the safety key, give the countdown and launch!
To fly your model again, pull back the metal hook and remove the used engine (be careful if you just
flew it, it may be hot!). You may need to use a pair of pliers to grasp the exposed end of the engine to
help pull it out. Then repeat the instructions above for your next flight!
Be sure to read & follow the NAR Safety Code before flying
this or any other model rocket!
(Note: the NAR Safety Code is normally included with each package of Model Rocket Engines and
can also be found on the
National Association of Rocketry web site at www.nar.org
)
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