Tower Hobbies Vista, Руководство пользователя

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
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AMA
......................................................................................2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
.....................................................2
ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED
........................................3
Hardware & Accessories ................................................3
Adhesives & Building Supplies .......................................3
Optional Supplies & Tools ...............................................3
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS
..................................3
Replacement Parts List...................................................3
METRIC CONVERSIONS
.....................................................3
KIT INSPECTION
..................................................................4
KIT CONTENTS
....................................................................4
ASSEMBLY
...........................................................................5
Join the Wings ................................................................5
ASSEMBLE THE FUSELAGE
..............................................6
Join the Stabilizer............................................................6
Join the Fin .....................................................................7
Hook Up the Controls .....................................................8
Install the Receiver & Battery .......................................10
GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY
.....................................10
Final Assembly..............................................................10
Check the Control Directions ........................................11
Set the Control Throws .................................................11
Balance the Model (C.G.) .............................................11
PREFLIGHT
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Identify Your Model........................................................12
Charge the Batteries.....................................................12
Range Check ................................................................12
AMA SAFETY CODE (excerpts)
.......................................13
CHECK LIST
.......................................................................13
FLYING
................................................................................13
Mount the Wing.............................................................13
Trim Flights....................................................................14
First Flights ...................................................................14
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Tower Hobbies Vista
™
sailplane. Easy-to-fly sailplanes such as this serve many
purposes–they are an excellent way for beginners to get
into R/C, they are great for experienced pilots who want to
take a break from their powered models, and they are even
suitable for thermal competition. Check the weather report
now because in just a few hours your Tower Vista sailplane
will be ready to launch and seek thermals with the best.
AMA
We urge you to join the
AMA
(Academy of Model
Aeronautics) and a local R/C club. The AMA is the
governing body of model aviation and membership is
required to fly at AMA clubs. Though joining the AMA
provides many benefits, one of the primary reasons to join
is liability protection. Coverage is not limited to flying at
contests or on the club field. It even applies to flying at
public demonstrations and air shows. Failure to comply with
the Safety Code (excerpts printed in the back of the
manual) may endanger insurance coverage. Additionally,
training programs and instructors are available at AMA club
sites to help you get started the right way. There are over
2,500 AMA chartered clubs across the country. Contact the
AMA at the address or toll-free phone number that follows.
IMPORTANT!!!
Two of the most important things you can
do to preserve the radio controlled aircraft hobby are to
avoid flying near full-scale aircraft and avoid flying near or
over groups of people.
PROTECT YOUR MODEL, YOURSELF &
OTHERS.....FOLLOW THESE IMPORTANT
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Your Tower Hobbies Vista sailplane 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 Tower Vista sailplane, 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.
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 an experienced pilot or have not flown this
type of model before, we recommend that you get the
assistance of an experienced pilot in your R/C club for your
first flights. If you’re not a member of a club, your local
hobby shop has information about clubs in your area whose
membership includes experienced pilots.
8. While this kit has been flight tested to exceed normal use,
if the plane will be used for extremely high-stress flying the
modeler is responsible for taking steps to reinforce the
high-stress points.
Academy of Model Aeronautics
5151 East Memorial Drive
Muncie, IN 47302
Tele: (800) 435-9262
Fax (765) 741-0057
Or via the Internet at:
http://www.modelaircraft.org
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