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Ace R/C Whisper 1400 Glider R/C Sailplane (4104-F)

Distributed by Ace Hobby Distributors, Inc. • 116 W 19th ST, Higginsville, MO 64037

Phone: 660-584-7121 • www.acehobby.com • E-mail: acehobby@ctcis.net

Whisper 1400 Glider

Operation Manual

Specifications:

Wingspan: 55”(1400mm)

Length: 32.5”(825mm)

Wing area: 323 sq. in.

Weight: 16 oz.(453g)

Warranty

This kit is guaranteed to be free from defects in material and workmanship at the date of purchase. It does not

cover any damage caused by use or modification. The warranty does not extend beyond the product itself and is limited

only to the original cost of the kit.

By the act of building this user-assembled kit, the user accepts all resulting lliability for damage caused by the

final product. If the buyer is not prepared to accept this liability, it can be returned new and unused to the place

of purchase for a refund.

Notice: Adult Supervision Required

This is not a toy. Assembly and flying of this product requires adult supervision.

Read through this book completely and become familiar with the assembly and flight of this airplane. Inspect all

parts for completeness and damage. If you encounter any problems, call 660-584-6724 for help.

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Summary of content (12 pages)

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Whisper 1400 Glider Operation Manual Specifications: Wingspan: 55”(1400mm) Length: 32.5”(825mm) Wing area: 323 sq. in. Weight: 16 oz.(453g) Ace R/C Whisper 1400 Glider R/C Sailplane (4104-F) Distributed by Ace Hobby Distributors, Inc. • 116 W 19th ST, Higginsville, MO 64037 Phone: 660-584-7121 • www.acehobby.com • E-mail: acehobby@ctcis.net Warranty This kit is guaranteed to be free from defects in material and workmanship at the date of purchase.
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Modeling Organizations The Whisper is a serious radio-controlled model aiplane and you should obtain airplane check-out and flight training from an experience pilot to insure maximum enjoyment and success from the R/C experience. There are thousands of clubs in the U.S. that have training programs and are very willing to help. Also, it is recommended that you join one of the following organizations. They can help you find a club in your area plus offer insurance programs to protect you.
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Figure 1.
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II. Assembly Follow the assembly steps. We have illustrated each step and provided text to explain the process. Main Wing Assembly 3. After the epoxy has 1. Note that each wing panel is actually two pieces with the wing joiner. an inner section and a tip section. These two sections for each wing panel are joined as follows. On the top of the wing, carefully cut the covering away from between the ribs where the inner and the outer panel join. Also remove the small balsa wedge in-between the ribs.
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TAIL ASSEMBLY 5. Lightly coat epoxy on all sides of the other half of the wing joiner (exposed part) and the exposed balsa inner edges of both wing panels (called the wing root). Slide the wing halves together, ensuring that they are accurately aligned. Firmly press the halves together and wipe off any excess epoxy. Let the epoxy cure while holding the wing together in proper alignment. 1. Trial fit the stabilizer in place on the fuselage.
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Rear Elevator Servo Front 4. IMPORTANT: Before flying, you must turn the radio on (with receiver battery charged and transmitter batteries installed) and check that the elevator and rudder are in the neutral position with the transmitter stick and trims in neutral. Securely tighten the hex screw on the elevator pushrod connector on the elevator servo horn. Also, adjust the rudder pushrod if needed. 3.
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Figure 3. Check Balance Level 2 in. (5 cm) If nose drops, tape a penny to bottom fuselage at tail end. If tail drops, tape a penny to inside of cowl. Continue until the airplane balances. C.G. Level III. OPERATIONAL CHECK 1. Install eight AA batteries in the transmitter, referring to the radio system’s instruction manual. 2. Turn the transmitter on and then the receiver. Refer to Fig.4 . Move the stick right and make sure rudder moves to the right.
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Figure 4. Check the Radio THE DIRECTION OF MOVEMENT (RUDDER AND ELEVATOR) NEUTRAL RIGHT TURN LEFT TURN Check the position of rudder and elevator (if these are in neutral). Set the trim in neutral position. Set the sticks in neutral position Move the stick to the right. DOWN UP Move the stick up. Move the stick down. Move the stick to the left. RIGHT AND UP Move the stick down and right. app. 1/2" (13mm) Neutral app. 1/2" (13mm) Rudder app. 1/4" (6.5mm) Neutral app. 1/4" (6.
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IV. FLYING You should have a flight instructor teach you how to fly the Whisper. Like a real airplane, you must have an understanding of how to fly the model before launch, or you will probably not be successful. Check at your hobby shop or call the AMA (in the front of this book) for flying clubs in your area. Pre-Flight Checklist Choose a calm day for your first flights. Never fly in winds over 5 mph. Also, choose an open field with no obstacles or people.
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4. Riding the Air Currents Using thermals to keep the Whisper glider aloft is one of the most gratifying aspects of the R/C hobby. It is possible to have flights of 10 or 15 minutes... even 1 hour, if conditions are right. A thermal is an upward current of air that travels in a circular motion. It is caused by uneven heating of the ground’s surface, usually due to variations in surface color and terrain.
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Figure 5. Flying With the Mini-Start under tension and the airplane pointed into the wind, release the glider with a forward motion. Do not throw it upwards. To prevent the glider from popping off the Mini-Start as it climbs out under tension, a little down elevator may be needed. Fuselage Ring Tow Hook Ribbon Nylon String Peg Rubber Tubing Wind Mini-Start Launch Example of a turn using rudder then elevator Example of a turn using only rudder Wind Landing Wind Direction 3 ft.
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