GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY
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Balancing
Assemble the model completely, including all the RC and power system components.
The Centre of Gravity range is 70 mm to 80 mm aft of the wing root leading edge
(see markings on the underside of the wing). Support the model at the stated CG
position with two fingers under the wing roots, and allow it to hang freely: when
balanced correctly, the fuselage will hang level.
Flying
Give the LiPo flight battery and transmitter battery a full charge, and assemble the
model completely. Check that the control surfaces are exactly at centre before flying.
For the initial test-flight wait for a day with little or no breeze. The ideal flying site is a
grassy field with a gentle slope facing into wind.
Switch the motor on and give the aeroplane a hand-launch exactly into any
breeze; trotting forward for a few steps gains the necessary momentum. The
model’s nose should be angled up slightly (around 15°) for a launch under
power.
Initially use the rudder and elevator controls gently, just to correct any deviations from
a straight flight path. Fine-tuning can be carried out by adjusting the trim sliders
situated below and adjacent to the transmitter sticks. Always land the model directly
into wind, with the motor switched off. Just before touch-down, apply slight up-
elevator to flare out and slow the machine down further.
All of us at GRAUPNER Modellbau wish you many fine flights with your new
ELEKTRO-ROOKIE QR
Specification
Wingspan approx.
1400 mm
Overall length approx.
960 mm
Wing airfoil
HQ 3.0/12
Tailplane airfoil
NACA 009
Wing area approx.
23.4 dm²
Tailplane area approx.
3.9 dm²
Total surface area approx.
27.3 dm²
Total surface area loading approx.
30.0 g/dm²
All-up weight approx.
820 g
