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SAFETY NOTICE: Flying

This is NOT a toy! It is a very high-performance RC airplane capable of high speeds and extreme maneuvers. It

should only be operated by a competent pilot in a safe area with proper supervision.

ONLY fly your aircraft in a safe, open area, away from spectators and vehicles–and where it is legal to fly. NEVER fly

over an unsafe area, such as a road or street. NEVER fly near overhead power or utility lines. If your airplane ever

becomes stuck in a line or a tree DO NOT attempt to retrieve it yourself. Contact the authorities for assistance in

retrieving your aircraft. Power lines are DANGEROUS and falls from ladders and trees CAN KILL! Never fly too close

to yourself or spectators. Spinning propellers are DANGEROUS! Never run your motor inside a house or building with

the propeller attached – Remove the prop for safety. Always fly within your control. Always follow manufacturer's

instructions for your radio system. Always obtain proper insurance before flying – contact the AMA at

www.modelaircraft.org

-- READ ALL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE STARTING ASSEMBLY! --

REQUIRED ITEMS

CA Glue (thin and thick) - Hobby Knife - Small Phillips Screwdriver Set - Metric Allen Wrenches - Scissors - Small Pliers

- Wire Cutters - Masking Tape. Heat gun is optional.

UNPACKING

Unpack your airplane and examine the components. Check for damage of any kind. If you have damage, please

contact 3DHobbyShop to discuss.

WRINKLES

Your airplane was packed in plastic at the factory without any wrinkles in the covering. You may notice some wrinkles

now; more likely, you will notice a few in a day or two or the first time you take the plane out to the flying field. These

wrinkles are the result of wood shrinkage and/or expansion. Balsa wood changes size and shape slightly as it is

exposed to varying humidity in the air. This is a natural property of balsa wood. As your airplane adjusts to the

weather in your part of the world, wrinkles may appear and disappear. Wrinkles may be removed with the gentle

application of heat to the covering material on your airplane. The best tool to use is a hobby heat gun. Apply the heat

gently: the covering material will shrink as you apply the heat, and this will remove the wrinkles. BE CAREFUL! Too

much heat applied too quickly can damage the covering, either by causing it to pull away from the wood at seams and

corners or even by melting it. The covering will shrink at low temperature with patient application of heat.

Wrinkles in the covering DO NOT affect flight performance.

Remove the canopy before attempting to use heat on your covering! The canopy is made of

IMPORTANT:

thermo-activated plastic and WILL deform with the application of heat. Do not apply heat to the canopy.

CLEANING

If you need to clean your airplane, we recommend using a damp towel. The paint used on the canopy and cowl is not

safe for all cleaners. In particular, DO NOT use alcohol on these parts, it will remove the paint.