INTRODUCTION ..........................................................................2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.............................................................2
TOOLS & SUPPLIES REQUIRED ...............................................3
Hardware & Accessories .......................................................3
IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES .................................................3
COMMON ABBREVIATIONS.......................................................4
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS .........................................4
METRIC/INCH RULER .................................................................4
KIT CONTENTS ...........................................................................5
ASSEMBLY OF THE MODEL ......................................................6
Installing the Tail Surfaces .....................................................6
Assembly of the Fuselage/Wing ............................................8
Installing the Motor ................................................................9
Installing the Servos ..............................................................9
Installing the Receiver & Speed Control .............................11
Apply the Decals .................................................................11
GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY ............................................11
Check the Control Directions...............................................11
Set the Control Throws........................................................12
Balance the Model (C.G.) ....................................................12
Balance the Model Laterally ................................................13
PREFLIGHT ...............................................................................13
Identify Your Model ..............................................................13
Charge the Batteries ...........................................................13
Balance the Propellers ........................................................13
Ground Check .....................................................................13
Range Check .......................................................................14
MOTOR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................................14
AMA SAFETY CODE .................................................................14
CHECK LIST ..............................................................................14
FLYING .......................................................................................15
Takeoff .................................................................................15
Flight ....................................................................................15
Landing ................................................................................15
The Great Planes Micro Whizz
™
ARF is a high quality, fun
flying electric ARF R/C park flyer. If you are able to
successfully fly an advanced trainer-type R/C airplane on
your own, you should feel confident flying your electric
Micro Whizz. Do bear in mind that this airplane is capable
of all aerobatic maneuvers. Therefore, you must realize that
it may be a bit quicker on its responses than some trainer
type airplanes you might be accustomed to. Smaller,
lightweight park flyers like the Micro Whizz fly best in no
wind or very light wind conditions.
If you are a first time R/C pilot, seek the guidance of an
experienced R/C pilot before flying your Micro Whizz.
We hope your Great Planes Micro Whizz ARF will bring you
many hours of R/C flying enjoyment.
For the latest technical updates or manual corrections to the
Great Planes Micro Whizz ARF, visit the web site listed
below and select the Great Planes Micro Whizz ARF. If there
is new technical information or changes to this model a “tech
notice” box will appear in the upper left corner of the page.
http://www.greatplanes.com/airplanes/index.html
1. Your Great Planes Micro Whizz ARF should not be
considered a toy, but rather a sophisticated, working model
that functions very much like a full-size airplane. Because of
its performance capabilities, the Great Planes Micro Whizz
ARF, if not assembled and operated correctly, could
possibly cause injury to yourself or spectators and damage
to property.
2. You must assemble the model according to the
instructions. Do not alter or modify the model, as doing so
may result in an unsafe or unflyable model. In a few cases
the instructions may differ slightly from the photos. In those
instances the written instructions should be considered
as correct.
3. You must take time to build straight, true and strong.
4. You must use an R/C radio system that is in first-class
condition and a correctly sized motor and components
(batteries, wheels, etc.) throughout the assembly process.
5. You must correctly install all R/C and other components
so that the model operates correctly on the ground and in
the air.
6. You must check the operation of the model before every
flight to insure that all equipment is operating and that the
model has remained structurally sound. Be sure to check
clevises or other connectors often and replace them if they
show any signs of wear or fatigue.
7. If you are not already an experienced R/C pilot, you
should fly the model only with the help of a competent,
experienced R/C pilot.
Remember: Take your time and follow the instructions
to end up with a well-built model that is straight and true.
We, as the manufacturer, provide you with a top quality
product and instructions, but ultimately the quality and
flyability of your finished model depends on how you build
it; therefore, we cannot in any way guarantee the
performance of your completed model, and no
representations are expressed or implied as to the
performance or safety of your completed model.
PROTECT YOUR MODEL, YOURSELF
& OTHERS...FOLLOW THESE
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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