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controlled model aeroplane. Young people should only be permitted to build and fly this model under the
instruction and supervision of an adult who is aware of the hazards involved in this activity.
In legal terms our models are classed as aircraft, and as such are subject to statutory regulations and
restrictions which must be observed. Our brochure “Modellflugrecht, Paragrafen und mehr” (Model
Aviation Law, Legal Requirements and more) is available under Order No. 8034.02, and contains a
summary of all these rules; your local model shop should have a copy which you can read.
It is important 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 whole system will work reliably, and such changes also
invalidate your guarantee.
Avoid short circuits and reverse polarity at all times.
The high energy density of rechargeable batteries involves a constant risk of fire and even explosion.
The operator of the model must be in full possession of his or her bodily and mental faculties. As with car
driving, flying a model aircraft under the influence of alcohol or drugs is highly dangerous and not
permissible under any circumstances.
Make sure that all passers-by and onlookers are aware of the hazards involved in the operation of your
model. Remind spectators to keep a safe distance from the model.
Always maintain a safe distance between your model and other people or objects. Never fly low over
people or directly towards them.
Radio-controlled models should only be flown in “normal” weather conditions, i.e. a temperature range of
-5° to +35°C. More extreme temperatures can lead to changes in battery capacity, material characteristics,
the strength of glued joints and other unwanted effects.
All model flyers should behave in a way which minimises the danger to people and property. Never act in
any manner which will disturb other pilots, or have an adverse effect on safe, orderly flying at the site.
Don’t operate your model aeroplane in the vicinity of overhead power cables, industrial sites, residential
areas, public roads, school playgrounds or sports fields etc.
Pre-flight checks
Check that the radio control system works correctly and at full range before every flight: switch on the
transmitter and the receiving system, fit the transmitter aerial and extend it to its full length; walk away
from the model, and check that all the control surfaces work smoothly and immediately at an appropriate
distance; check also that they deflect in the correct “sense” in relation to the stick movements. Repeat
the check with the motor running, while a friend holds the model securely for you.
If you are a relative beginner to this type of model flying, we recommend that you enlist an experienced
model pilot to help you check and test-fly the model.
Please don’t ignore our warnings. They refer to hazardous materials and processes which, if ignored, can
result in fatal injury or serious damage to property.
Propellers powered by a motor constitute a permanent hazard and represent a real risk of injury. Don’t
touch them with any part of your body. For example, a propeller spinning at high speed can easily cut
your finger badly.
Keep well clear of the rotational plane of the propeller. You never know when some part may come loose
and fly off at high speed, hitting you or anybody else in the vicinity. In unfavourable circumstances this
could result in serious injury. Ensure that the revolving propeller never comes into contact with any
object.
Make sure that it is impossible for any object to stall or block the propeller.
Every time you intend to operate your model, check carefully that it and everything attached to it (e.g.
propeller, RC components etc.) is in good condition and undamaged. If you find a fault, do not fly the
model until you have corrected it.
Never leave your radio control system unguarded, as other people might pick it up and try to use it.
Do not switch the electric motor on unless you have checked that there is nothing in the rotational plane
of the propeller. Never attempt to stop the propeller when it is spinning. Electric motors with propellers
fitted must only be run when firmly mounted.
