spirit gpma0530-manual.pdf

INSTRUCTION BOOK

PLEASE READ THROUGH THIS INSTRUCTION BOOKLET IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE BEGINNING

ASSEMBLY. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY

AND USE OF THIS MODEL.

WARNING! THIS IS NOT A TOY!

This R/C kit and the model you will build is not a toy! It is capable of serious bodily

harm and property damage. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY AND YOURS ALONE - to build

this kit correctly, properly install all R/C components and to test the model and fly it only with

experienced, competent help in accordance with all safety standards and common sense as set

down in the Academy of Model Aeronautics Safety Code. It is suggested that you join the AMA

to become properly insured before you attempt to fly this model. IF YOU ARE JUST START-

ING R/C MODELING, CONSULT YOUR LOCAL HOBBY SHOP OR WRITE TO THE

ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS TO FIND AN EXPERIENCED INSTRUCTOR IN

YOUR AREA.

Academy of Model Aeronautics

5151 Memorial Drive

Muncie, IN 47302

1-800-435-9262

P.O. BOX 788

URBANA, ILLINOIS 61801

217398-8970

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ............. 3

Precautions .................. 3

Other Items Required .......... 3

Supplies and Tools Needed ...... 3

Die Patterns ................. 4

Abbreviations ................ 5

Types of Wood ............... 5

Decisions you must make now ... 5

Get Ready to Build ............ 5

TAIL FEATHERS ............. 6

Build the Fin and Rudder ....... 6

Build the Stabilizer and Elevator . 7

Cut the Hinge Slots ........... 8

WING ASSEMBLY ............ 9

Build the Inner Wing Panel ...... 9

Build the Outer Wing Panel ..... 12

Join the Wing Panels .......... 14

Final Wing Assembly .......... 15

FUSELAGE ASSEMBLY ....... 19

Assemble Fuselage Sides ....... 19

Frame-up the Fuselage ......... 20

Assemble the Canopy .......... 23

FINAL ASSEMBLY ............ 25

Balance the Airplane Laterally ... 25

Final Sanding ................ 25

Covering .................... 25

Checking for Warps ........... 26

Glue the Hinges .............. 26

Mount the Tail Surfaces ........ 27

Assemble Pushrods ........... 27

Install Radio Gear ............. 28

Control Throws ............... 29

Install the Spoilers in the Wing ... 29

Balance the Model ............ 29

Final Hookups and Checks ...... 30

PRE-FLIGHT ................. 31

Charge the Batteries ........... 31

Find a Safe Place to Fly ........ 31

Range Check Your Radio ....... 31

Install the Wings .............. 31

AMA Safety Code .............. 31

General ..................... 31

Radio Control ................ 31

FLYING ...................... 32

Trim Flights ................. 32

Your First Hi-Start Launch ...... 32

First Flights .................. 33

THERMAL FLYING ........... 33

Facts About Thermals .......... 33

Thermal Soaring .............. 34

Pointers for Contest Flying ...... 35

SLOPE SOARING ............. 35

Flying ...................... 35

Slope Landings ............... 36

POWERED LAUNCHING ...... 36

BALLASTING ................ 36

BUILDING NOTES ............ 36

PARTS LIST .................. 37

CONTEST PRACTICE CHART .. 39

2-VIEW DRAWING ............ 40

Please inspect all parts carefully before starting to build! If any parts are missing, broken or defective, or if you

have any questions about building or flying this airplane, please call or write us at the address below and we will

be glad to help. If you are calling for replacement parts, please look up the part numbers and the kit identification

number (stamped on the end of the kit box) and have them ready when calling. Thank you.

Great Planes Model Mfg., Inc.

P.O. Box 788

Urbana, IL 61801

(217) 398-8970

P.O.BOX 788 URBANA, ILLINOIS 61801 217398-8970

INTRODUCTION

OTHER ITEMS REQUIRED

Radio having at least 2 channels (a third channel is

required for optional spoilers)

Iron-on Covering Material (2 rolls)

Latex Foam Rubber Padding (1/4" thick)

#64 Rubber Bands

Hi-start or other Launching Device

BB's or Lead Shot for Balancing

Congratulations! You are about to enter the exciting

world of silent flight. Soaring offers a freedom that no other

type of flying can offer! It is your knowledge and your

SPIRIT'S flying abilities in a fight against gravity. With a

little practice and some help from mother nature you will be

able to defeat gravity and enjoy flights that can last for hours

and cover many miles at incredible altitudes.

The Optional Spoilers Also Require:

1 - 3/16" x 1/4" x 36" Balsa Stick

2 - 30" Lengths of Braided Fishing Line

2 - 30" Lengths of 1/8" Plastic Tubing

The Optional Bolt-On Wing Also Requires:

Thank you for purchasing the Great Planes SPIRIT

sailplane. It has been designed to give you many hours of

relaxing flying, and has also been engineered to provide a

truly enjoyable building experience.

Small Sheet of 1/4" Birch Plywood

PRECAUTIONS

Small Piece of 1/16" Birch Plywood

1. You must build the plane according to the plans

and instructions. Do not alter or modify the model as doing

so may result in an unsafe or un-flyable model. In a few cases

the plans and instructions may differ slightly from the photos.

In those instances you should assume the plans and written

instructions are correct.

SUPPLIES AND TOOLS NEEDED

2 oz. Thin CA Adhesive

2 oz. Medium or Thick CA Adhesive

2.5 oz. 5-Minute Epoxy

Hand or Electric Drill

Drill Bits: 1/16", 5/64", 1/8", 9/64" (13/64" and 17/64"

for Wing Bolt Option)

Sealing Iron

Heat Gun

Razor Saw

Hobby Knife, #11 Blades

Pliers

Screw Drivers

T-Pins

Assorted Rubber Bands

Straightedge

Masking Tape

Cellophane Tape

Vinyl Tape

Sandpaper (coarse, medium, fine grit)*

T-Bar Sanding Block (or similar)

Waxed Paper

Lightweight Balsa Filler

1/4-20 Tap, Tap Wrench (for bolt on wing option)

Dremel Moto Tool or Similar (optional)

2. You must take time to build straight, true and strong.

3. You must use a proper R/C radio that is in first class

condition.

4. You must properly install all R/C and other compo-

nents so that the model operates properly on the ground and

in the air.

5. You must test the operation of the model before the first

and each successive flight to insure that all equipment is

operating, and you must make certain that the model has

remained structurally sound. Be sure to check the nylon

clevises often, and replace if they show signs of wear.

6. You must fly the model only with the competent

help of a well experienced R/C pilot if you are not already an

experienced and knowledgeable R/C pilot at this time.

Note: We, as the kit manufacturer, can provide you

with a top quality kit and great instructions, but

ultimately the quality and "fly-ability" of your

finished model depends on how you build it; there-

fore, we cannot in any way guarantee the perform-

ance of your completed model, and no representa-

tions are expressed or implied as to the performance

or safety of your completed model.

*NOTE: On our workbench, we have four 11" T-

Bar sanders, equipped with #50, #80, #100 and

#150-grit sandpaper. This setup is all that is re-

quired for almost any sanding task. We also keep

some #320-grit wet-or-dry sandpaper handy for

finish sanding before covering.

Remember: Take your time and follow direc-

tions to end up with a well-built model that is

straight and true.

DIE PATTERNS

Do not punch out die-cut parts until ready to use!

SPRTFO1

2 PER KIT

BALSA 3/32" X 3-1/4" X 38-1/2"

SPRTF02

2 PER KIT

1 PER KIT

SPRTF06

REAR FUSELAGE DOUBLER

FRONT FUSELAGE DOUBLER

BALSA 1/8" X 3" X 9-7/8"

BALSA 3/32" X 3-1/4" X 24"

2 PER KIT

I PER KIT

SPRTW07

SPRTF03

PLY 1/8"

19"

BALSA 1/16" X 3" X 15"

SPRTF05

1 PER KIT

I PER KIT

SPRTF04

PLY 1/8" X 4" X 11-7/8"

BALSA 3/32" X 4" X 21"

SPRTW02

2 PER KIT

SPRTS01

1 PER KIT

BALSA 1/16" X 3" X 23-7/8"

BALSA 3/16" x 3" x 9-7/8

2 PER KIT

SPRTW03

BALSA 1/16" X 3" X 23-7/8"

SPRTW08

I PER KIT

SPRTW01

BALSA 1/8" X 3" X 23-7/8"

PLY 1/8" X 3-7/8" X 11-7/8

SPRTW06

I PER KIT

SPRTW04

1 PER KIT

SPRTW05

1 PER KIT

PLY 1/16" X 3-3/8" X 11-7/8

PLY 1/32" X 3-1/4" X 9-3/4'

PLY 1/8" X 3-3/4 X 10-1/2"

COMMON ABBREVIATIONS USED IN

THIS BOOK AND ON THE PLANS:

TYPES OF WOOD

Elev

Fuse

Ply

Stab

Elevator

Fuselage

Leading Edge (front)

Left

Plywood

Right

Stabilizer

BALSA

BASSWOOD

PLYWOOD

Trailing Edge (rear)

" =

Inches

GET READY TO BUILD

NOTE: It will be helpful to build on a piece of

"Celotex", or other semi-soft (and flat) surface,

into which you may easily stick pins to firmly hold

down the parts while building and to avoid warps.

DECISIONS YOU MUST

MAKE NOW

1. Unroll the plan sheet. Re-roll the plan inside out and let

it uncurl while you read through this instruction book. This

will help the plan lay flat and get you acquainted with the

building process. NOTE: Because there are several op-

tions to consider when building the SPIRIT, you should

read the instruction book through before building and

then go back and cross off the steps you won't use to build

your model.

WING CONFIGURATION

The SPIRIT kit has three different wing options: a

two-piece rubber band on wing, a one-piece bolt on wing

or a one-piece rubber band on wing. The two-piece wing

is the easiest version to build and is recommended for

beginners. Some experienced sailplane pilots may prefer

the one-piece bolt on wing, but the large wing can present

transportion problems in todays small cars. The one-

piece rubber band wing would be the next best choice for

beginners.

2. Remove all parts from the box. As you do, figure out the

name of each part by comparing it with the plans and the parts

list at the back of this book. Write the part name or size on

each piece to avoid confusion later. Use the die-cut patterns

shown on page 4 to identify the die-cut parts and mark them.

If any of the die-cut parts are difficult to punch out during

construction, do not force them! Instead, first cut around the

parts with a hobby knife. After punching out the die-cut parts,

use your T-Bar or sanding block to lightly sand the edges to

remove any die-cutting irregularities.

SPOILERS

The SPIRIT can be built either with or without

spoilers. Spoilers act as airbrakes and make it easier for

experienced pilots to precisely land on target during

contests. They can also be helpful in losing altitude

quickly. Due to the added complexity encountered when

installing spoilers, they are NOT recommended for first

time builders. If you are a beginner and may eventually

want spoilers, install just the spoiler tubing now and the

rest of the spoiler pans can be installed when you are

ready.

INSTRUCTIONS IN BOXES LIKE THIS

ARE VERY IMPORTANT AND SHOULD

BE FOLLOWED CAREFULLY

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