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GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY
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02/2006
ID# 0057135
The following points are important and must be observed at all times:
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This model is not suitable for young persons under 16 years of age. Young people under this age may
safely operate the model, but only under the supervision of an adult or guardian.
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All model flyers must behave in such a way that there is no danger of them endangering or adversely
affecting public safety and order, and especially other people and property.
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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.
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If you have any questions regarding the safe operation of your RC model aeroplane, please turn to your
local model shop in the first instance, as the staff will be pleased to help you.
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Radio-controlled model aircraft are extremely demanding and potentially dangerous objects, and require a
high level of expertise, skill and responsibility from the operator.
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In legal terms our models are classed as aircraft, and as such are subject to legal regulations and
restrictions which must be observed at all times. Our brochure “Modellflugrecht, Paragrafen und mehr”
(Model Aviation Law, Legal Requirements and more) is available under Order No. 8034.01, and contains a
summary of all these rules. Your local model shop should have a copy which you can read. There are also
Post Office regulations concerning your radio control system, and these must be observed. Refer to your
RC system instructions for more details.
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A radio-controlled model aircraft can only work properly and fulfil your expectations if it is built very carefully
and in accordance with the building instructions. If you wish to avoid injuring people and damaging property
it is essential to be careful and painstaking at all stages of building and operating your model. Nobody
would climb into a full-size aircraft and try to fly it without undergoing training beforehand, and model flying
is a skill which also needs to be learned. 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.
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If you are flying a model aircraft for the first time we strongly recommend that you ask an experienced
modeller to check the aeroplane first and be ready to help you during the first few flights.
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Be sure to use only those parts included in the kit, together with other genuine Graupner accessories and
replacement parts as recommended expressly by us. Even if you change a single component you can no
longer be sure that the system will work reliably, and such changes also invalidate your guarantee.
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Always read and observe the safety notes supplied with the batteries and the charger when using and
charging LiPo batteries.
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Never fly the model close to high-tension overhead cables, industrial areas, residential areas, public roads,
squares, school playgrounds, parks and playing fields etc.
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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 - at least
5 m behind the propeller plane.
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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.
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Never fly your model in protected sites, animal or plant sanctuaries or sites of special scientific interest
(SSSIs).
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Never fly the model in adverse conditions, e.g. rain, storm or strong wind, or temperatures below -5°C or
above +35°C.
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Before you fly the model check that the radio control system is working reliably, and that all connections are
firmly seated.
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Use only matching polarised electrical connectors. The flight battery, all cables and connectors must be
insulated carefully to prevent short-circuits, especially if you make them up yourself. Never combine
connectors with contacts of different materials, e.g. tin-plated and gold-plated, as the connections will not
be reliable in the long-term.
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The batteries must be given a full charge before the model is flown, and it is important to check the
effective range of the radio control system. It is particularly important that the transmitter should be fully
charged before each flying session.
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Ensure that the frequency you intend to use is not already in use by other modellers. Never fly your model
if you are not certain that your channel is free. If there are other modellers in the vicinity, ask them
specifically which channels they are using.
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Read and observe the instructions and recommendations supplied with your radio control system and
accessories.
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Always disconnect the power system from the flight battery before carrying out any work on these
components.
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When the drive battery is connected keep well clear of the area around the propeller, as this represents
the greatest risk of accident and injury. Make sure any spectators do the same.
