User Manual

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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 unfl yable 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 fi rst-class
condition, and a correctly sized motor and components
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
fl 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 an experienced pilot or have not fl own this
type of model before, we recommend that you get the
assistance of an experienced pilot in your R/C club for
your fi rst fl ights. 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. WARNING: The fuselage and wheel pants included in this
kit are made of fi berglass, the fi bers of which may cause
eye, skin and respiratory tract irritation. Never blow into a
part (wheel pant) to remove fi 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 fi berglass parts. Vacuum the parts and the
work area thoroughly after working with fi berglass parts.
We, as the kit manufacturer, provide you with a top quality,
thoroughly tested kit and instructions, but ultimately the
quality and fl yability of your fi 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.
Remember: Take y our time and follow the instructions to
end up with a well-built model that is straight and true.
DECISIONS YOU MUST MAKE
This is a partial list of items required to fi nish the “Cosmic
Wind EP” that may require planning or decision making before
starting to build.
Radio Equipment
A 4-channel radio system with four micro servos and receiver
are required for this plane. The servos and receiver shown
in the manual are Futaba® S3114 Micro High Torque Servo
and the Futaba R617FS receiver.
Transmitter Receiver
4-channel 7-channel [FUTL7627]
Servos
❍ (3) Futaba S3114 Micro High Torque Servos [FUTM0414]
[21 oz-in (1.5kg-cm) of torque]
Connectors
❍ (1) 9" extensions [FUTM3910]
Motor Recommendations
The Cosmic Wind ARF comes with a mounting plate for the
ElectriFly
®
RimFire brushless outrunner motor. The motor has
been tested with this plane and works well.
❍ ElectriFly RimFire .10 Brushless Outrunner Motor
[GPMG4595]
Propeller
If using the recommended RimFire Brushless Outrunner
Motor, we recommend the APC 8×8E electric propeller
[APCQ4116] for good speed performance. For better vertical
performance, with a slight reduction in speed, use the APC
9×7.5E [APCQ4119].
Electronic Speed Control
A brushless ESC (electronic speed control) is required for
the recommended motor set-up. We recommend using the
ElectriFly Silver Series SS-35A Brushless ESC [GPMM1830].
Flight Battery
The Cosmic Wind EP ARF has been fl own with the ElectriFly
Power Series 11.1V 1500mAh LiPo battery and the Flight
Power EON-X
™
Lite 11.1V 1600mAh LiPo battery packs. In
our testing we found that if the APC 8×8E propeller was used
with the recommended motor, the static current draw was
approximately 24 amps.
❍ ElectriFly Power Series LiPo 1800mAh 11.1V 25C
discharge w/balance plug [GPMP0515]
❍ FlightPower
®
EON-X Lite LiPo 1600mAh 11.1V 25C
discharge w/balance plug [FPWP4146]
Recommended Charger
A LiPo compatible charger is required to charge LiPo batteries.
The Great Planes ElectriFly PolyCharge4
™
is designed for
LiPo packs only; however, it is able to charge four LiPo packs
simultaneously. The ElectriFly Triton 2
™
and AC/DC Triton2 EQ
chargers will only charge one pack at a time, but are capable
of charging NiCd, NiMH, Pb acid and LiPo batteries.
❍ Great Planes ElectriFly PolyCharger4 DC only 4
Output LiPo Charger (GPMM3015)
OR
❍ Great Planes ElectriFly Triton2 DC Computer Peak
Charger (GPMM3153)