Hobbico Flitework Extra 300LP FLWA4003 Building And Instruction Manual

Brand: Hobbico

Model: Flitework Extra 300LP FLWA4003

Category: Toys & accessories

Type: Building And Instruction Manual

BUILDING AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Please read the instruction manual carefully and take notice of the safety guidelines.

If the model is given to a third party, always include this instruction manual to the model

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Wing load

Wingspan 1700 mm

Length 1570 mm

Take o weight 3770 g

Wing area 50.2 dm²

Wing load 75 g/dm²

Electric drive set FW 5065

Gas engine 25-30 ccm

FLWA4003 - Extra 300 LP ARF

Fully licensed through the

Red Bull GmbH - Austria

Version 1.00

GENERAL INFORMATIONS

• Read this manual and its safety precautions carefully! Keep this manual and if

you give the model to a third party, put this manual to the model.

• Take care, that you are familiar with your transmitter and all electronic

components, used in your plane.

• Take care of all safety instructions of tools, which are you using to assemble

this model.

• Only take glues, which are recommended for the specic materials and which

are approved for model business.

• Before assembling please check all parts of this kit. If some parts are missing or

have a mistake, please call.

ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION INFOS

• The symbols on the package show you, that the model

and its accessories should not be put to waste. All electric

and electronic parts should be deposed to places of

waste management.

• Batteries and accumulators must

be removed from the devices and

should be deposed to the correct

waste management organisation. Take

information from your home town

government.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

General informations ...................................................................... 2

Environment protection infos ....................................................2

Introduction ........................................................................................3

Safety precautions ...........................................................................3

Recommended accessories .......................................................... 4

Additional items required ............................................................4

Hardware and Accessories ........................................................4

Covering Accessories ..................................................................4

Adhesives and Building Supplies ............................................4

Optional Supplies and Tools .....................................................4

Kit check ................................................................................................4

Spare parts ...........................................................................................4

Fitting the landing gear: ................................................................5

Rudder assembling .......................................................................... 6

Assembling of the elevator ..........................................................7

Installation of the electric drive set .........................................7

backmount version .......................................................................... 7

Wing assembly ...................................................................................8

Secure the canopy ............................................................................9

Nitro and gas engines .....................................................................9

Nitro engines ..................................................................................9

Gas engines ................................................................................. 10

Tank assembling and installation ........................................ 11

Template for the Flitework

Motorsets (008-5060/65) ........................................................ 11

RC components ............................................................................... 12

Get the model ready to y ......................................................... 12

Check the Control Directions ................................................ 12

Balance the Model (C.G.) ......................................................... 12

Balance the Model Laterally .................................................. 13

Set the Control Throws ............................................................ 13

Preight .............................................................................................. 14

Charge the Batteries ................................................................. 14

Balance Propellers ..................................................................... 14

Ground Check ............................................................................. 14

Range check ................................................................................ 14

Engine safety precautions ........................................................ 15

Check-List .......................................................................................... 15

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Introduction

Congratulations for purchasing the Flitework Extra 300LP. We say thanks for your trust and we wish you a lot of happy

ights with your new Extra 300 LP.

The Extra 300LP is one of the best aerobatic planes in the world. The competition pilots of the Flying Bulls commit this

versions very successful in dierent contests.

Also the Flitework Extra 300 is one of the best aerobatic and 3D models in this class. And we wish you a lot of pleasure

with this model.

Attention please!

Remote controlled model planes are not a toy! For assembling, ying and servicing such models, you need a high

grade of technical comprehension and liability.

Careless assembling and operation may cause personal and material damage.

Because the Flitework GmbH has no inuence on assembly, RC installation, operation and servicing of the ight

device, any liability is rejected under explicit advice to these dangers.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1. Your Extra 300 LP 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

Extra 300 LP, 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 a

unsafe or unyable model. In a few cases the instructions may

dier 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 rst-class

condition and a correctly sized engine and components (fuel

tank, wheels, etc.) throughout the building 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

ight 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

y the model only with the help of a competent, experienced

R/C pilot.

8. While this kit has been ight tested to exceed normal use,

if the plane will be used for extremly hight stress ying, such

as racing, or if an engine larger than one in the recommended

range is used, the modeler is responsible for taking steps to

reinforce the hight stress points and/or substituting hardware

more suitable for the increased stress.

8. WARNING: The cowl and wheel pants included in this kit

are made of berglass, the bers of which may cause eye,

skin and respiratory tract irritation. Never blow into a part to

remove berglass 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 berglas parts.

Vacuum the parts and work area thoroughly after working

with berglass parts.

Flitework quatily

We, as the kit manufacturer, provide you with a top quality kit and instructions, but ultimately the quality and yability of your

nished 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.

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES

This is a partial list of items required to nish the Extra 300 LP

V3 that may require planning or decision-making before star-

ting to build. Order numbers are provided in parentheses.

❍ 1 x Motorset FW 5065 order no.: FLWA8007

❍ 2 x Aileronservos order no.: 007-4020M

❍ 2 x Rudder- and elevator servos order no.: 007-4020M

❍ 1 x Lipo-Akku 6s 4000mAh 20C order no.: 018-4006

❍ 1 x 5-6 channel receiver

❍ 4 x Servo cable extensions

ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED

HARDWARE AND ACCESSORIES

In addition to the items listed in the “Decisions You Must

Make” section, following is the list of hardware and accessories

required to nish the Extra 300 LP V3. Order numbers are

provided in parentheses.

❍ Hook & Loop Velcro (GPMQ4480)

❍ 3' Medium fuel tubing (GPMQ4131)

❍ Easy Fueler™ fuel lling valve for glow fuel (GPMQ4160)

❍ Handy Mounts air valve, fuel ller mounts (GPMQ6000)

COVERING ACCESSORIES

❍ 21st Century® sealing iron (COVR2700)

❍ 21st Century trim seal iron (COVR2750)

❍ 21st Century iron cover (COVR2702)

ADHESIVES AND BUILDING SUPPLIES

In addition to common household tools and hobby tools, this

is the “short list” of the most important items required to build

the Extra 300 LP V3. Great Planes Pro™ CA and Epoxy glue are

recommended.

❍ 1/2 oz. Thin Pro CA (GPMR6001)

❍ 1/2 oz. Medium Pro CA+ (GPMR6007)

❍ 6-Minute Epoxy (GPMR6045)

❍ 30-Minute Epoxy (GPMR6047)

❍ Small T-pins (HCAR5100)

❍ Electric drill

❍ Drill bit set including (1/16" 3/32" 1/8" 5/64" and 1/2" bits)

❍ Small Phillips and at blade screwdrivers (HCAR1040)

❍ Pliers with wire cutter (HCAR0630)

❍ Standard Hex wrench set (HCAR0520)

OPTIONAL SUPPLIES AND TOOLS

Here is a list of optional tools mentioned in the manual that

will help you build theExtra 300 LP V3.

❍ Great Planes CG Machine™ (GPMR2400)

❍ Top Flite® Precision Magnetic Prop Balancer™ (TOPQ5700)

❍ Straightedge with scale (HCAR0475)

❍ Cutting mat (HCAR0456)

❍ Masking Tape (TOPR8018)

❍ CA Applicator Tips (GPMR6033)

❍ CA Debonder (GPMR6039)

❍ CA Accelerator (GPMR6034)

❍ Milled Fiberglass (GPMR6165)

❍ Microballoons (TOPR1090)

❍ Epoxy Brushes (GPMR8060)

❍ Mixing Sticks (GPMR8055)

❍ Threadlocker (GPMR6060)

❍ Denatured Alcohol (for epoxy clean up)

❍ Hobby Knife (HCAR0105), #11 Blades (HCAR0211)

❍ Non-elastic monolament or Kevlar shing line (for stab

❍ alignment)

❍ Builders Triangle Set (HCAR0480) (for n alignment)

❍ Easy-Touch™ Bar Sander (GPMR6170, or similar)

❍ Felt-Tip Marker (TOPQ2510)

❍ Small metal le

❍ Rotary tool such as Dremel®

❍ Rotary tool reinforced cut-o wheel (GPMR8200)

❍ Curved Tip Canopy Scissors for trimming plastic parts

❍ (HCAR0667)

❍ Dead Center™ Engine Mount Hole Locator (GPMR8130)

❍ Great Planes AccuThrow™ Deection Gauge (for

❍ measuring control throws, GPMR2405)

KIT CHECK

Before starting to build, use the Kit Contents list to take an

inventory of this kit to make sure it is complete and inspect the

parts to make sure they are of acceptable quality. If any parts

are missing or are not of acceptable quality, or if you need assis-

tance with assembly, contact Revell Product Support.

Service-Abteilung Revell GmbH

Henschelstr. 20-30, 32257 Bünde, Germany

Tel: 01805 110111 (nur für Deutschland) (Anrufkosten:

14 Cent/Min. a. d. dt. Festnetz; Mobilfunk max. 42 Cent/Min.)

Email: Hobbico-Service@Revell.de

SPARE PARTS

Support, but can be purchased from hobby shops or mail

order/Internet order rms. Hardware items (screws, nuts,

bolts) are also available from these outlets. If you need assis-

tance locating a dealer to purchase parts, contact Product

Support.

Service-Abteilung Revell GmbH

Henschelstr. 20-30, 32257 Bünde, Germany

Tel: 01805 110111 (nur für Deutschland)

(Anrufkosten: 14 Cent/Min. a. d. dt. Festnetz;

Mobilfunk max. 42 Cent/Min.)

Email: Hobbico-Service@Revell.de

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Fit the fairings close to the fuselage. Use sandpaper or a le to

adapt the correct mounting angle. Put the fairings along the

hangers to the body and x with double sided adhesive tape

or use the 2 mm screws for fastening.

Now put the wheel hub into the hanger and x with the 8 mm

locknut. Take care, that the edges of the nut are parallel to the

hanger. This is important to place the wheel pants correctly.

With the 2 collars you can x the wheels. After mounting

the wheels you can screw the wheel pants towards the gear

hangers. Take care of the parallel direction of the wheel pants.

FITTING THE LANDING GEAR:

The landing gear is a stable aluminium construction. For

mounting put the landing gear into the slot of the fuselage

and x it, using the 4 pcs of M4x20 screws. Use blue locking

agent!

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Now you can glue the rudder into the slots of fuselage.

Assemble the tail gear like shown in the pictures below and

mount to the fuselage using 3 wood screws. The pivot points

of rudder and tail gear should be the same. About 5 cm away

from the pivot point drill a 4-4.5 mm hole. Thread the ball

head on the steel pin and glue the ball head into the rudder.

Put the rudder into max. position and shorten the steel pin

1 cm after the ball head. Put the eyescrews halfway into the

ball link and x the ball link with M2 screws to the servo lever.

Mount the steering wire like in the picture. The steering wires

should be mounted crossed over inside the fuselage. Fix the

steering wire to the rudder lever in the same way like servo

lever. The wires should have a small tension and there should

be no gap in neutral rudder position.

RUDDER ASSEMBLING

Feel out the slots under the covering lm and open them

with a hobby knife. Try the matching of the rudder lever and

correct with a le if necessary. Glue the lever with 10 min

epoxy into the slot, taking care of a symmetric position of the

lever. Afterwards put the hinges into the rudder, using very

thin CA or PVA glue. If the slots for hinges are to close, open it

with a hobby knife.

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If you use one elevator servo, we recommend the Flitework

4020M servo with 90N/cm traction force. (Order no.: 007-

4020M) If you use 2 servos for elevator, we recommend

2 pcs of Flitework 3615 servos. (Order no.: 007-3615) The

servo levers should have 25 mm from pivot point of servo to

mounting point of ball link to have a elevator range of +/- 45°

for 3D ight.

INSTALLATION OF THE ELECTRIC DRIVE SET

BACKMOUNT VERSION

Cutout the drilling template from the end of this manual and

x with adhesive tape against the rewall*.

ASSEMBLING OF THE ELEVATOR

Put the elevator unit into the fuselage and adjust carefully.

Take a thin non permanent marker and make a line along the

fuselage on both sides onto the elevator unit. Put away the

covering lm a little bit inside the lines, using a very sharp

hobby knife. Take care and do not hurt the balsa wood under

the covering. If you like to use only one elevator servo, it is

very important, to put the steel connector rst into the correct

position in the body. Then glue the elevator unit with 10 min.

Epoxy into the fuselage. Afterwards glue the hinges into the

elevator ns, using very thin CA or PVA glue. Together with

the hinges glue the steel connector to the elevator unit. We

recommend, to roughen the steel part, which is glued into

the elevator n, with sand paper. Make the same procedure

on other side of elevator. Look at the exact position of both

elevator ns. The ns should be not distorted!! After opening

the slot in the elevator n you can glue the elevator lever into

the slot, using epoxy glue.

Open the servo frame in front of the elevator unit.

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WING ASSEMBLY

Fit the ailerons to the wings like rudder and elevator, using thin

CA or PVA glue. Be carefully, because CA glue can make ugly

tracks on the surface of the wing. Feel out the slots for aileron

levers and open with sharp hobby knife. Glue the levers into

the aileron ns with 10 min. Epoxy. Put the aileron servos into

the servo frames and x with wood screws. For 3D ight the

levers should have a length of 30 mm. We recommend the

Flitework carbon bre servo lever set for Extra 300 LP (Order

no.:007-902)

Then, attach the aluminium spacers to the rewall using

washers on both sides of the rewall and SHSC 4 x 20 mm

screws. Add a drop of threadlocker compound ont the screws.

Note that inner washers need to be cut to clear the triangular

spars.

The ESC will be secured as shown using Tie-Raps. The ESC

cables will be routed alog the fuse anges to clear space for

the battery pack.

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NITRO AND GAS ENGINES

As a wide range of gas engine can be tted on the Extra, the se

instructions are only informative and each user will dene the

exact way to install his engine.

NITRO ENGINES

For the Extra 300 LP, we suggest to use a two strokes .120 ci

engine or a four strokes .140 ci engine

You can mount the attached motor holder directly to the

rewall frame. The distance between the motor holders is

dependent on the used nitro engine.

The side pull of the motor is basically integrated in the rewall

frame. If the side pull or the motor inclination is not correct,

you can adjust with shims.

Its better to make a template from paper for mounting the

specic engine. The cross mark on the rewall indicates the

center of the motor axis.

SECURE THE CANOPY

For extrem 3D ight, please secure the canopy using screws.

Holes are made in the fuse, you just have tu drill holes in the

canopy frame and to add a nut. An other way may be to t a

2/2.2 mm carbon rod in the holes.

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Similar to the nitro engine mounting you use the cross mark

on rewall for correct engine orientation. Also it is useful to

make a paper template from the mounting points of the used

gas engine.

Like nitro engines were gas engines built in hanging position.

You also have to cut out the openings for muer and cooling

air stream.

The throttle servo can be mounted on the lower side of the

motor dome.

To keep the scale design of the cowling, the engine should be

mounted hanging with cylinder down. On the lower side of

the cowling cut out openings for the exhaust system and for

cooling air circulation.

GAS ENGINES

Gas engines from 26 ccm and more are very easy to x, because

they mostly have a back mount system We recommend to use

the DLE 30 engine. (Order no.: 008-DLE30)

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Check the leakproofness of the tank and x it in the shown

position with zip ties. Use some damping material under the

tank, that the vibrations of the motor cannot reach the tank

unabated. Vibrations may cause foamy fuel and therefore

unstable motor operation.

TEMPLATE FOR THE FLITEWORK

MOTORSETS (008-5060/65)

TANK ASSEMBLING AND INSTALLATION

First you should bend the aluminium tubes in an angle of 40°.

Then install the tubes into the sealing plug as shown in the

pictures below.

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RC COMPONENTS

Der 6s 4000 Akku lässt sich mit Akkubändern (BestNr.: 008-

502) sicher im Bug des Rumpfes verankern. Wir empfehlen

unter dem Akku eine Antirutschmatte mit doppelseitiger

Klebefolie zu befestigen.

Vor dem Seitenruderservo ist ausrei-chend Platz, die

Empfangsanlage unterzubringen. Für die Querruderservos

sind zwei Servokabelverlängerungen von 10 cm Länge

ausreichend.

GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY

CHECK THE CONTROL DIRECTIONS

❏ 1. Turn on the transmitter and receiver and center the

trims. If necessary, remove the servo arms from the servos and

reposition them so they are centered. Reinstall the screws that

hold on the servo arms.

❏ 2. With the transmitter and receiver still on, check all the

control surfaces to see if they are centered. If necessary, adjust

the clevises on the pushrods to center the control surfaces.

CARBURETOR WIDE OPEN

RUDDER

MOVES

RIGHT

ELEVATOR

MOVES DOWN

RIGHT AILERON MOVES UP

LEFT AILERON MOVES DOWN

4-CHANNEL RADIO SETUP

(MODE 1)

ELEVATOR

MOVES DOWN

RIGHT AILERON MOVES UP

LEFT AILERON MOVES DOWN

CARBURETOR WIDE OPEN

RUDDER

MOVES

RIGHT

4-CHANNEL RADIO SETUP

(MODE 2)

❏ 3. Make certain that the control surfaces and the carburetor

respond in the correct direction as shown in the diagram. If any

of the controls respond in the wrong direction, use the servo

reversing in the transmitter to reverse the servos connected to

those controls. Be certain the control surfaces have remained

centered. Adjust if necessary.

BALANCE THE MODEL (C.G.)

More than any other factor, the C.G. (balance point) can

have the greatest e ect on how a model  ies and may

determine whether or not your  rst  ight will be successful.

If you value this model and wish to enjoy it for many  ights,

DO NOT OVERLOOK THIS IMPORTANT PROCEDURE. A

model that is not properly balanced will be unstable and

possibly un yable.

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At this stage the model should be in ready-to-y condition

with all of the systems in place including the engine, landing

gear, covering and the radio system.

❏ 1. Use a felt-tip pen or 1/8"-wide tape to accurately mark

the C.G. on the top of the wing. The C.G. is located 4-7/8"

[124mm] back from the leading edge of the wing.

❏ 2. With the wing attached to the fuselage, all parts of the

model installed (ready to y) and an empty fuel tank, place

the model upside-down on a Great Planes CG Machine, or lift

it upside-down at the balance point you marked.

❏ 3. If the tail drops, the model is “tail heavy” and the battery

pack and/or receiver must be shifted forward or weight must

be added to the nose to balance. If the nose drops, the model

is “nose heavy” and the battery pack and/or receiver must be

shifted aft or weight must be added to the tail to balance. If

possible, relocate the battery pack and receiver to minimize or

eliminate any additional ballast required. If additional weight is

required, nose weight may be easily added by using a “spinner

weight” (GPMQ4645 for the 1 oz. weight, or GPMQ4646 for the

2 oz. weight). If spinner weight is not practical or is not enough,

use Great Planes (GPMQ4485) “stick-on” lead. A good place to

add stick-on nose weight is to the rewall (don't attach weight

to the cowl–it is not intended to support weight). Begin by

placing incrementally increasing amounts of weight on the

bottom of the fuse over the rewall until the model balances.

Once you have determined the amount of weight required, it

can be permanently attached. If required, tail weight may be

added by cutting open the bottom of the fuse and gluing it

permanently inside.

Note: Do not rely upon the adhesive on the back of the

lead weight to permanently hold it in place. Over time, fuel

and exhaust residue may soften the adhesive and cause the

weight to fall o. Use #2 sheet metal screws, RTV silicone or

epoxy to permanently hold the weight in place.

❏ 4. IMPORTANT: If you found it necessary to add any weight,

recheck the C.G. after the weight has been installed.

BALANCE THE MODEL LATERALLY

❏ 1. With the wing level, have an assistant help you lift the

model by the engine propeller shaft and the bottom of the

fuse under the TE of the n. Do this several times.

❏ 2. If one wing always drops when you lift the model, it

means that side is heavy. Balance the airplane by adding

weight to the other wing tip. An airplane that has been laterally

balanced will track better in loops and other maneuvers.

SET THE CONTROL THROWS

Use a ruler to accurately measure and set the control throw of

each control surface as indicated in the chart that follows. If

your radio does not have dual rates, we recommend setting

the throws at the low rate settings.NOTE: The throws are mea-

sured at the widest part of the elevators, rudder and ailerons.

We recommend the following control surface throws:

Elevator

3D Control Throws Low rate

40°

Expo 45%

40°

Expo 45%

Down

20°

Expo 25%

20°

Expo 25%

Down

Rudder

45°

Expo 45%

Left

45°

Expo 45%

Right

30°

Expo 30%

Left

30°

Expo 30%

Right

Ailerons

40°

Expo 45%

40°

Expo 45%

Down

20°

Expo 25%

20°

Expo 25%

Down

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PREFLIGHT

CHARGE THE BATTERIES

Follow the battery charging instructions that came with your

radio control system to charge the batteries. You should always

charge your transmitter and receiver batteries the night before

you go ying and at other times as recommended by the radio

manufacturer.

NOTE: Checking the condition of your receiver battery pack is

highly recommended. All battery packs, whether it's a trusty

pack you've just taken out of another model, or a new battery

pack you just purchased, should be cycled, noting the discharge

capacity. Oftentimes, a weak battery pack can be identied (and

a valuable model saved!) by comparing its actual capacity to its

rated capacity. Refer to the instructions and recommendations

that come with your cycler. If you don't own a battery cycler,

perhaps you can have a friend cycle your pack and note the

capacity for you. gemessenen. Hier können große Unterschiede

auftreten.

BALANCE PROPELLERS

Carefully balance your propeller and spare propellers before

you y. An unbalanced prop can be the single most signicant

cause of vibration that can damage your model. Not only will

engine mounting screws and bolts loosen, possibly with

disastrous eect, but vibration may also damage your radio

receiver and battery. Vibration can also cause your fuel to

foam, which will, in turn, cause your engine to run hot or quit

We use a Top Flite® Precision Magnetic Prop Balancer™

(TOPQ5700) in the workshop and keep a Great Planes Finger-

tip Prop Balancer (GPMQ5000) in our ight box.

GROUND CHECK

If the engine is new, follow the engine manufacturer's instruc-

tions to break-in the engine. After break-in, conrm that the

engine idles reliably, transitions smoothly and rapidly to full

power and maintains full powerindenitely. After you run the

engine on the model, inspect the model closely to make sure

all screws remained tight, the hinges are secure, the prop is

secure and all pushrods and connectors are secure.

RANGE CHECK

Ground check the operational range of your radio before the

rst ight of the day. With the transmitter antenna collapsed

and the receiver and transmitter on, you should be able to

walk at least 100 feet away from the model and still have

control. Have an assistant stand by your model and, while

you work the controls, tell you what the control surfaces are

doing. Repeat this test with the engine running at various

speeds with an assistant holding the model, using hand sig-

nals to show you what is happening. If the control surfaces do

not respond correctly, do not y! Find and correct the problem

rst. Look for loose servo connections or broken wires, corro-

ded wires on old servo connectors, poor solder joints in your

battery pack or a defective cell, or a damaged receiver crystal

from a previous crash.

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ENGINE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Failure to follow these safety precautions may result in

severe injury to yourself and others.

❍ Keep all engine fuel in a safe place, away from high heat,

sparks or ames, as fuel is very ammable. Do not smoke

near the engine or fuel; and remember that engine

exhaust gives o a great deal of deadly carbon monoxide.

Therefore do not run the engine in a closed room or

garage.

❍ Get help from an experienced pilot when learning to

operate engines.

❍ Use safety glasses when starting or running engines.

❍ Do not run the engine in an area of loose gravel or sand;

the propeller may throw such material in your face or

eyes.

❍ Keep your face and body as well as all spectators away

from the plane of rotation of the propeller as you start

and run the engine.

❍ Keep these items away from the prop: loose clothing,

shirt sleeves, ties, scarfs, long hair or loose objects such as

pencils or screwdrivers that may fall out of shirt or jacket

pockets into the prop.

❍ Use a “chicken stick” or electric starter to start the engine.

❍ Do not use your ngers to ip the propeller.Make certain

the glow plug clip or connector is secure so that it will not

pop o or otherwise get into the running propeller.

❍ Make all engine adjustments from behind the rotating

propeller.

❍ The engine gets hot! Do not touch it during or right after

operation. Make sure fuel lines are in good condition so

fuel will not leak onto a hot engine, causing a re.

❍ To stop a glow engine, cut o the fuel supply by closing

o the fuel line or following the engine manufacturer's

recommendations. Do not use hands, ngers or any

other body part to try to stop the engine. Do not throw

anything into the propeller of a running engine.

CHECK-LIST

During the last few moments of preparation your mind may

be elsewhere anticipating the excitement of the rst ight.

Because of this, you may be more likely to overlook certain

checks and procedures that should be performed before

the model is own. To help avoid this, a checklist is provided

to make sure these important areas are no overlooked.

Many are covered in the instruction manual, so where

appropriate, refer to the manual for complete instructions.

Be sure to check the items o as they are completed (that's

why it's called a check list!).

❍ 1. Fuelproof all areas exposed to fuel or exhaust residue

such as the cowl ring, cowl mounting blocks, wing saddle

area, etc.

❍ 2. Check the C.G. according to the measurements

provided in the manual.

❍ 3. Be certain the battery and receiver are securely

mounted in the fuse. Simply stung them into place

with foam rubber is not sucient.

❍ 4. Extend your receiver antenna and make sure it has a

strain relief inside the fuselage to keep tension o the

solder joint inside the receiver.

❍ 5. Balance your model laterally as explained in the

instructions.

❍ 6. Use threadlocking compound to secure critical

fasteners such as the set screws that hold the wheel

axles to the struts, screws that hold the carburetor arm (if

applicable), screw-lock pushrod connectors, etc.

❍ 7. Add a drop of oil to the axles so the wheels will turn

freely.

❍ 8. Make sure all hinges are securely glued in place.

❍ 9. Reinforce holes for wood screws with thin CA where

appropriate (servo mounting screws, cowl mounting

screws, etc.).

❍ 10. Conrm that all controls operate in the correct

direction and the throws are set up according to the

manual.

❍ 11. Make sure there are silicone retainers on all the

clevises and that all servo arms are secured to the servos

with the screws included with your radio.

❍ 12. Secure connections between servo wires and Y

connectors or servo extensions and the connection

between your battery pack and the on/o switch with

vinyl tape, heat shrink tubing or special clips suitable for

that purpose.

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❍ 13. Make sure any servo extension cords you may have

used do not interfere with other systems (servo arms,

pushrods, etc.).

❍ 14. Secure the pressure tap (if used) to the muer with

high temp RTV silicone, thread locking compound or

J.B.Weld.

❍ 15. Make sure the fuel lines are connected and are not

kinked.

❍ 16. Balance your propeller (and spare propellers).

❍ 17. Tighten the propeller nut and spinner.

❍ 18. Place your name, address, AMA number and

telephone number on or inside your model.

❍ 19. Cycle your receiver battery pack (if necessary) and

make sure it is fully charged.

❍ 20. If you wish to photograph your model, do so before

your rst ight.

❍ 21. Range check your radio when you get to the ying

eld.

Remember to think.

Have a ball!

But always stay in control and y in

a safe manner.

GOOD LUCK AND

GREAT FLYING!

PERSONAL NOTES

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Hobbico Flitework Extra 300LP FLWA4003 Building And Instruction Manual

Brand: Hobbico

Model: Flitework Extra 300LP FLWA4003

Category: Toys & accessories

Type: Building And Instruction Manual

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