APC EP Zero ARF warranty Table of Contents, Introduction, Ama

TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION	2
AMA	2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS	3
LITHIUM BATTERY HANDLING & USAGE	3
DECISIONS YOU MUST MAKE	3
Transmitter	3
Servos	3
Receiver	4
Battery	4
Speed Control	4
Charger	4
Battery Charging Leads	4
Glue	4
ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED	4
Radio Equipment	4
Adhesives & Building Supplies	4
Optional Supplies & Tools	5
IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES	5
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS	5
METRIC CONVERSIONS	5
KIT INSPECTION	6
KIT CONTENTS	6
BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS	7
Join the Wing Halves	7
Join the Wing to the Fuselage	7
Install the Tail Surfaces	8
Hinge the Ailerons	8
Install the Servos	9
Install the Control Horns and Pushrods	10
Install the Motor & Speed Control	11
Final Setup	12
Optional Combat Setup	13
GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY	13
Check the Control Directions	13
Set the Control Throws	13
Balance the Model (C.G.)	14
Balance the Model Laterally	14
PREFLIGHT	15
Identify Your Model	15
Charge the Batteries	15
Balance the Propellers	15
Ground Check	15
Range Check	15
MOTOR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS	15
AMA SAFETY CODE (excerpts)	16
General	16
Radio Control	16
CHECK LIST	16
FLYING	16
Launch	17
Flight	17
Landing	17

INTRODUCTION

The Great Planes Fun Force™ EP Zero ARF is an excellent way to enjoy 3D aerobatics and combat dogfighting without the cost and headaches of larger, high-powered models. A couple of hours on the workbench, and your EP Zero ARF will be ready for sport aerobatics and some mild 3D-type maneuvers, and more! If you tire of aerobatics, strap a streamer onto the supplied combat mount and experience the thrill of close-in combat dogfighting. With two or more of the Fun Force series combat aircraft, you can recreate classic dogfights of history!

For the latest technical updates or manual corrections to the EP Zero ARF, visit the Great Planes web site at www.greatplanes.com. Open the “Airplanes” link, and then select the EP Zero ARF. If there is new technical information or changes to this model a “tech notice” box will appear in the upper left corner of the page.

AMA

We urge you to join the AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics) and a local R/C club. The AMA is the governing body of model aviation and membership is required to fly at AMA clubs. Though joining the AMA provides many benefits, one of the primary reasons to join is liability protection. Coverage is not limited to flying at contests or on the club field. It even applies to flying at public demonstrations and air shows. Failure to comply with the Safety Code (excerpts printed in the back of the manual) may endanger insurance coverage. Additionally, training programs and instructors are available at AMA club sites to help you get started the right way. There are over 2,500 AMA chartered clubs across the country. Contact the AMA at the address or toll-free phone number below.

Academy of Model Aeronautics

5151 East Memorial Drive

Muncie, IN 47302

Tele: (800) 435-9262

Fax (765) 741-0057 Or via the Internet at: http://www.modelaircraft.org

IMPORTANT!!! Two of the most important things you can do to preserve the radio controlled aircraft hobby are to avoid flying near full-scale aircraft and avoid flying near or over groups of people.

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