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Flying
We recommend fl ying your E-fl ite
®
UMX Gee Bee R2
outside in moderate winds or in a large gymnasium.
Always avoid fl ying near houses, trees, wires and
buildings. You should also be careful to avoid fl ying
in areas where there are many people, such as busy
parks, schoolyards or soccer fi elds. Consult local
laws and ordinances before choosing a location to
fl y your aircraft.
Takeoff
Place the Gee Bee R2 in position for takeoff (facing
into the wind if fl ying outdoors). Gradually increase
the throttle to full power, holding a small amount
of up elevator and steering with the rudder. Climb
gently to check trim. Once the trim is adjusted,
begin exploring the fl ight envelope of the
Gee Bee R2
Landing
Land into the wind. This is very important for this
model. Fly the aircraft to approximately 6 inches
(15cm) or less above the runway, using a small
amount of throttle for the entire descent. Keep the
throttle on until the aircraft is ready to fl are. During
fl are, keep the wings level and the airplane pointed
into the wind. Gently lower the throttle while pulling
back on the elevator to bring the aircraft down on all
three wheels.
Failure to lower the throttle
stick and trim to the lowest
possible positions during
a crash could result in
damage to the ESC in the
receiver unit, which may
require replacement.
Over Current Protection
(OCP)
The Gee Bee R2 is
equipped with Over Current
Protection. OCP protects
the ESC from overheating
and stops the motor when the transmitter throttle
is set too high and the propeller cannot turn. OCP
will only activate when the throttle is positioned just
above 1/2 throttle. After the ESC stops the motor,
fully lower the throttle to re-arm the ESC.
Repairs
Crash damage is not covered under warranty.
Repair this model using foam-compatible CA glue
or clear tape. Only use foam-compatible CA glue
as other types of glue can damage the foam. When
parts are not repairable, see the Replacement Parts
List for ordering by item number.
For a listing of all replacement and optional parts,
refer to the list at the back of this manual.
NOTICE:
Use of foam-compatible CA accelerant on
your model can damage paint. DO NOT handle the
model until accelerant fully dries.
Flying Tips and Repairs
Always
decrease throttle at
propeller strike.
CAUTION
