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P40 KITTY HAWK
Instruction Manual
Phoenix Model guarantees the component parts in
this kit to be free from defects in both material and
workmanship at the date of purchase by the
purchaser.
This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or
damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse,
abuse, negligence, commercial use, or modification
of or to any part of the Product.
This warranty does not cover damage due to
improper installation, operation, maintenance, or
attempted repair by anyone other than Phoenix
Model.
Further, Phoenix Model reserves the right to change
or modify this warranty without notice.
WARRANTY
Read this disclaimer carefully before using this
product. Please strictly follow the instruction manual
to assemble and use this.
In that Phoenix Model has no control over the final
assembly or material used for final assembly, Phoenix
Model is not responsible for loss of use , or other
incidental or consequential damages.
Furthermore, Phoenix Model cannot be held liable for
personal injury or property damage caused by the
use or misuse of Phoenix Model products. By the
act of using the user-assembled products, the user
accepts all resulting liability.
DISCLAIMER
Please trial fit all the parts. Make sure you have the
correct parts and that they fit and are aligned properly
before gluing! This will assure proper assembly. This
kit is hand made from natural materials, every plane
is unique and minor adjustments may have to be
made. However, you should find the fit superior and
assembly simple.
The painted and plastic parts used in this kit are
fuel proof. However, they are not tolerant of many
harsh chemicals including the following: paint thinner,
C/A glue accelerator, C/A glue debonder and
acetone. Do not let these chemicals come in contact
with the colors on the covering and the plastic parts.
Some parts included in this kit such as the cowl or
wheel pants are made of fiberglass, the fibers of
which may cause eye, skin and respiratory tract
irritation. Never blow into a part to remove fiberglass
dust, as the dust will blow back into your eyes.
Always wear safety goggles, a particle mask and
rubber gloves when grinding, drilling and sanding
fiberglass parts. Vacuum the parts and the work area
thoroughly after working with fiberglass parts.
IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES
To avoid scratching your new airplane, do not
unwrap the pieces until they are needed for
assembly. Cover your workbench with an old towel or
brown paper, both to protect the aircraft and to
protect the table. Keep a couple of jars or bowls
handy to hold the small parts after you open the bag.
SUGGESTION
Always operate in open areas, away from factories,
hospitals, schools, buildings and houses etc.
NEVER fly your aircraft close to people or built up
areas.
NEVER fly near power lines, aerials or other
dangerous areas including airports, motorways etc.
NEVER fly in wet conditions or on windy or stormy
days.
ALWAYS adjust the engine from behind the
propeller, and do not allow any part of your body to
be in line with the propeller.
THE PROPELLER IS DANGEROUS Keep fingers,
clothing (ties, shirt sleeves, scarves) or any other
loose objects that could be caught or drawn in,
away from the propeller. Take care at ALL times.
NEVER use damaged or deformed propellers
or spinners.
Keep all onlookers (especially small children and
animals) well back from the area of operation. This
is a flying aircraft, which will cause serious injury in
case of impact with a person or animal.
DO NOT dispose of empty fuel containers on a fire,
this can lead to an explosion.
FLIGHT WARNINGS
This is not a toy and pilots must be over the age
of 14
Be sure that no other flyers are using your radio
frequency.
Do not smoke near fuel
Store fuel in a cool, dry place, away from children
and pets.
Wear safety glasses.
The glow plug clip must be securely attached to
the glow plug.
Do not flip the propeller with your fingers.
Keep loose clothing and wires away from the
propeller.
Do not start the engine if people are near. Do not
stand in line with the side of the propeller.
Make engine adjustments from behind the propeller
only. Do not reach around the spinning propeller.
Moisture causes damage to electronics. Avoid
water exposure to all equipment not specifically
designed and protected for this purpose.
SAFETY PRECAUTION
