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Order No. 4219

BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

RC-JOLLY

RC electric-powered model glider for min. two LiPo cells of around 650 mAh

This model requires a three-function FM or HoTT rad io control system


Please be sure to read through the Safety Notes in the Appendi x to these instructions. If you ever dispose of the model, it is important to pass on the complete building instructions to the new owner.

Introduction The RC-JOLLY is a Graupner CLASSIC Line model aircraft which offers a superb performance in the air. At the design stage we placed great emphasis on producing an absolutely exact copy of the original version of the model. For example, the ex-ternal dimensions of the fuselage, tailplane and wing, the rib spacings and the model’s canopy are exactly the same as those of the aircraft produced in the year 1965. The new version also retains the exact airfoils of the wing and tailplane. The model can be bungee-launched, but can also be flown as a powered glider with a motor pylon, available under Order No. 9401.22. However, the COX PEE WEE 0.33 cc glow motor originally used is today superseded by an environmentally friendly SPEED 300 7.2 V electric motor. The new wing is much stronger, which means that the airframe can now be covered with normal covering film without structural problems. Although the cross-sectional area of the elegant fuselage is very small, there is still plenty of space for modern receiving system components.

Accessories (not included) GRAUPNER MX-12 HoTT 2.4 COMPUTER SYSTEM Order No. 4754 C131 servo (two required) Order No.7121 Motor pylon and propeller (for electric versions 3./4. only) Order No. 9401.22 PICO 8 BEC speed controller (for electric versions 3./4. only) Order No. 7171 2/650 7.4 V LiPo battery, 30C BEC (for electric versions 3./4. only) Order No. 7609.2 LiPo Balancer charger (for electric versions 3./4. only) Order No. 6454 Receiver battery (for glider version 2. only) Order No. 2585 Rubber bungee launch system (for glider version 2. only) Order No. 235

Tools, adhesive, covering film and paints required (not included) Balsa knife Order No. 980 Miniature balsa plane Order No. 737 UHU HART adhesive Order No. 534.35 UHU ALLESKLEBER Kraft adhesive Order No. 1096 Cyano-acrylate adhesive (“cyano”) Order No. 5821 Cyano-acrylate activator Order No. 953.150 Modelling pins Order No. 639 System building board Order No. 645 Profi film iron Order No. 1226 ECOFILM, white Order No. 150.80 ACRYLFIX spray paint, red Order No. 929.2c ACRYLFIX spray paint, orange Order No. 929.10 The following items are also required: cross-point screwdriver, flat-nose pliers, paper scissors, 3 mm and 4 mm Ø drills, paper towel, adhesive tape, clear plastic film, rub-ber gloves. For versions 3. and 4. you will also need a soldering iron and solder. Tools included in the kit Sanding block (consisting of parts 123 to 125) and 1 mm A/F allen key.


Notes on selecting the model version The model can be built and operated as any of the following versions:

1. As a free-flight model without RC system 2. As a pure RC glider, for slope-soaring and bungee-launch 3. As an RC electric model or glider, with plug-in motor pylon 4. As a pure RC electric model with permanently installed motor pylon

Version 3, in particular, calls for substantial manual building skills, and for this reason should only be selected by experienced modellers. It is essential to choose your preferred version before you start construction. These building instructions cover the different versions in detail at each stage of construction. For versions 1., 2. and 4. several components can be omitted, which considerably simplifies assembly.

Building instructions Please study the building instructions before you start construction, referring to the plans, so that you have a clear understanding of the sequence of assembly. Prior to each stage it is good practice to prepare the components, tools and ad-hesives you will require. The individual laser-cut wooden parts should be removed from their sheets using a sharp balsa knife. Carry out every stage of construction on a clean, smooth and perfectly flat surface (system building board, Order No. 645). Use UHU-HART as adhesive for all joints unless stated otherwise in the instructions, as this material gives plenty of time for making adjustments and corrections. Use modelling pins where necessary to hold parts together and to the building board while the adhesive is drying. Avoid excess glue getting onto your hands or the model’s surfaces. Keep paper towel handy at all times for wiping off excess adhesive. The fuselage Lay sheet 1 of the plan flat on the building board, and lay clear plastic film over the area showing the fuselage bottom (13) and the right-hand fuselage side (2), so that the components do not become stuck to the plan. Glue together the right-hand fuselage side components (2), and pin the side down over the drawing on the plan, with all edges flush. Glue the lower fuselage stringer (4) to part (2), starting at the nose, keeping it exactly flush with the outside edge . Offer up formers (7) to (10), temporarily fittings parts (3), (18) and (19) to check the spacing, and only then glue parts (18), (3) and (29) to the fuselage side (2).

This photo shows the forward part of the fuselage, but note that former (7) should not be glued in place at this stage; initially it serves as an alignment tool for the left-hand fuselage side, as described above.


Join the parts of the left-hand fuselage side (1) directly over the plan. Caution: when the glue is hard, remove it from the building board , turn it over, and complete it as the mirror-image of the right-hand fuselage side . Glue the formers (7) and (8) to the right-hand fuselage side, exactly at right-angles, and leave the glued joints to set hard.

Glue the formers (5), (6) and (9) to (11) in place, and immediately afterwards glue the left-hand fuselage side to the structure. Hold the fuselage sides together with ad-hesive tape while the glue sets. Ensure that the fuselage is exactly straight while the glue is still soft, and correct it if necessary; place the fuselage over the plan view to check this. Glue together the fuselage bottom (13), and pin it down over the plan. While the glue is setting, make a sanding block from parts (131) to (133); peel the backing layer from the abrasive paper before applying it accurately to the balsa block. Sand the underside of the fuselage with the sanding block before gluing the fuselage bottom (13) to it. Trim the reinforcements (16), (17) and (22) to fit from the top, and glue them in place using plenty of adhesive.

The nose doublers (23), the servo plate (21) and the pushrod support (47) can now be glued in the fuselage. Note: all these parts are essential reinforcements, and should be installed even if you are making the free-flight version. Now sand the top face of the fuselage nose flat using the sanding block, prior to gluing parts (24) and (25) in place. Assemble the four parts to form the noseblock (26), sand the front face of the fuselage perfectly flat, and glue the noseblock to it.


The canopy frame (35) is used to mark the outline of the cabin on the fuselage sides. Carve the upper fuselage nose blocks (24 / 25) to the shape shown in the side elevation on the plan, using a balsa plane and the sanding block. Refer to the fuselage side view and section A - A, and use the cabin frame (35) as a template.

The picture shows the finished upper fuselage section, accurately shaped to fit the cabin frame (35)

The photo shows the cabin frame with the retainer clip (37) fitted, and the inside of parts (24) and (25) cut away with the balsa knife. Tip: you can increase the holding power of the clip (37) by gently squeezing the front jaws together.


Place the cabin frame with the retainer clip (37) on the fuselage, position the clip flat against former (7), and tack it in place with a drop of cyano applied from the inside. Allow the glue to set hard, then remove the cabin frame. Apply more cyano to the retainer clip to obtain a strong joint. Note: the retainer clip (37) is not required for th e free-flight version, as the cabin frame is glued in place permanently once the fuselage has been covered.

Sand the tail end face of the fuselage flat, and glue part (27) to it. Cut out the hole for the screw sleeve (38) using a balsa knife or a round file, then glue part (38) in place. Note: it is also possible to glue the whole tail gr oup in place permanently; this makes construction of the tailplane simpler, and so me parts can be omitted, such as the screw sleeve (38), the nut (70) and the countersunk screw (46). Don’t glue the tailplane mount (28) in place at this stage. The bottom edges of the fuselage can now be rounded off using a balsa plane and the sanding block, as shown in sections A - A to E - E. This improves the appearance of the fuselage, makes it more streamlined, and - more significantly - saves weight; this is important in view of the long tail moment. Sand the outside of the snake outer sleeves (14) and (15), thread them through the appropriate holes in the formers (10), (9), (8) and (47) from the tail end, and secure them with drops of cyano.

Glue the snake outer sleeve (15) to the slot in the fuselage side using plenty of cyano and activator spray. Glue the fuselage turtle deck (12) and the fairing (34) to the fuselage, but do not glue the snake outer sleeve (14) in its slot in the fuselage at the moment. Cut off the snake outer sleeve (15) flush with the fuselage side (1) and sand it smooth. Round off the edges of parts (12) and (34), but not the edges in the area which supports the tailplane mount (28). Note: if you are building the free-flight version, there is no need to glue the snake outer sleeves (14) and (15) in place. Run cya no along the joint lines of the exit slots in parts (1) and (12) instead of ope ning up the slots.


The canopy The canopy (36) should be glued to the cabin frame (35) without first trimming it to final size. This is accomplished by applying a thin line of UHU-ALLESKLEBER Kraft to the contact surfaces of the cabin frame (35), then carefully sliding the frame (35) into the canopy. Leave the joint to harden for several hours before carefully removing the excess canopy material with a balsa knife. The tailplane and fin Both tail panels should be assembled over the plan, flat on the building board; don’t forget to cover the drawing with clear plastic film. Use cyano for the tail panels. Note: a special fin is required for the free-flight version; this is drawn at bottom right on plan sheet 2. The parts for this are inclu ded in the kit. Glue the fin leading edge (50) to parts (52) to (54) and pin them down. Add the hinge strip (51). Trim the ribs (55) and diagonals (56) to exact size and glue them in place.

Assemble the rudder from parts (57) to (62) in the same manner. Tip: cut the ribs and diagonals slightly oversize using a balsa knife, then trim them to exact length and angle using the sanding block. Allow the glued joints to set hard, then remove the fin and rudder from the building board and sand them to the profiles shown in sections F - F (RC versions), and I - I and J - J (free-flight version).

Pin down the tailplane trailing edge (64), followed by the outboard ribs (66) and the sheet panel (65). Glue the leading edge (63) in place, followed by all the remaining ribs. The position of the inboard ribs (67) is laser-marked on the bottom sheeting (65).


Glue the spar (68) to the structure, press the nut (70) into the nut support (69), and glue these parts together; the nut support (69) can then be glued in place. Glue the sheeting panels (72) to the tailplane, working accurately. Cut off excess strip material, then glue the tips (71) to the tip ribs. Sand the tailplane to the profiles shown in sections G - G and H - H, then sand it smooth overall. Temporarily tape the elevator (73) to the tailplane, and sand it to follow the rounded shape of the tips (71). Note: for the free-flight version the elevator can be glued to the tailplane before the sanding process. There is no need to install th e nut (70) if you intend to glue the tail in place permanently. Temporarily att ach the rudder trim-tab (128) using the brass hinges (129); they are glued in pla ce permanently with UHU ALLESKLEBER Kraft once the panels have been covered . For the RC versions bevel the leading edge of the elevator as shown in section G - G on the plan, and use a balsa knife to cut the slots for the hinges (62), cutting ac-curately and exactly in the centre; repeat the procedure with the fin. Cut the hinges from the larger hinges supplied in the kit, but just push the control surfaces onto the hinges for the moment. Temporarily insert the fin into the tailplane to complete the tail group. The wing The right-hand wing panel is constructed first: start by covering the plan with clear plastic film as described earlier, then pin down the leading edge (75), the spar (77) and the trailing edge (76). Insert ribs (89) and (100) to check the spacing. Glue them in place with cyano, keeping them exactly vertical. Important: position the wood strips

exactly flush at the wing centre section. Glue the spar webs in place starting at rib (89), in each case gluing them to the inboard ribs. The webs (101) to (112) are all slightly tapered; when gluing them in place ensure that the engraved part number is at the outboard end. The spar web (101) is in two parts; sand the spar webs and glue


them in place, taking care to leave no gaps. After separating the ribs, place the in-fill pieces (119) to one side; they are glued in place later using UHU-HART. Once all the spar webs are in place, the upper spar (77) can be glued to the structure. Glue the dihedral braces (79) in place, ensuring that they do not protrude above the upper spar (77), and that the projecting ends are exactly parallel. Glue the leading edge dihedral brace (78) and the sheeting panels (80 and 81) in place.

The photo above shows the centre section of the right-hand wing panel, still un-sheeted. Glue the half-ribs (82) to (84) in place, using the template (130) to set the correct angle. The spacing of the two screw sleeves (115) and (116) is dictated by the openings in the bottom sheeting (81), but it is still good practice to check the spacing using the pylon base (121), and correct it if necessary. Note: for versions 1., 2. and 4. the screw sleeves (115) and (116) are not required; glue the half-rib (82) in place instead o f the half-ribs (82a).

Start assembling the left-hand wing panel from rib (89) to (100). However, offer up the right-hand wing panel immediately after pinning down the leading edge, spar and trailing edge, so that you can check that the spacings are correct, and make any


corrections required. As the photo shows, the right-hand panel is glued to the left-hand wing centre section before assembly proceeds further; use spring clips to clamp the dihedral braces (79) in place. Cut off the excess strip material at the tip of both panels, sand the ends flat, then glue the wingtips (120) to the tip faces and round them off as shown in section M - M. Carefully rub down the wing overall with the fine-grit face of the sanding block. The next step is to mark the exact centrepoints for the holes in parts (117) and (118): this is accomplished by cutting away the points of the half-ribs (84) in order to create a flat support surface for the screw support plate (117). Drill the holes 4 mm Ø and glue the ready-made ABS parts in place. Sand back the support plate (117) flush with the top surface of the wing.

The wing mounting components Place the bare wing structure on the fuselage, and sight along the fuselage from the nose to check that it is horizontal. Sand the fuselage perfectly flat in the wing saddle area. Sand the gluing surface of the captive nuts (33) and glue them in the nut support plates (31) and (32) using cyano. Caution: don’t allow any glue to run into the threaded part. Install the nut support plates dry (no glue) at first, and check that they fit accurately.

This is accomplished by fitting the nylon countersunk screws (46) and attaching the wing to the fuselage, followed by the canopy. When you are confident that everything fits properly, remove the wing and glue parts (31), (32) and (30) in place. Allow the glue to set hard, then screw the wing to the fuselage again; at this point the tailplane mount (28) can be glued to the fuselage. To check alignment, place the tailplane on the mount and sight along the fuselage once more from the nose to check that the tailplane is parallel to the wing.

The motor pylon support Note: the pylon support is only required for versio ns 3. and 4. The G 3.5 gold-contact sockets and the BEC lead are included in th e motor pylon set, Order No. 9401.22 (see “Accessories”); the nuts (122) are not needed for version 4.


Shorten the BEC lead, and solder the bare ends to the G 3.5 sockets as shown in the fuselage side elevation on plan sheet 1. Sand the outside of the sockets before gluing them in the right-hand half of the pylon base (121) using cyano. Glue the nuts (122) in place at the same time. Caution: it is essential that no glue gets into the threaded section. Glue the halves together with UHU-HART and clamp the joint. Use a balsa knife to cut a slot for the cables to pass through; it should be below the front G 3.5 socket and be about 7 x 10 mm in size. Drill 3 mm Ø holes through the top sheeting panel, working from the underside through parts (115) and (116).

The picture shows the bare wing centre section of version 3. The pylon base can now be fixed in place temporarily using the screws (46). Note: for version 4. the pylon base should be perma nently glued in place, as this makes it much easier to rig the model. The mot or pylon 9401.22 can still be fitted and removed; only the pylon base is permanen tly attached to the wing. Installing the receiving system Install the servos in the fuselage using the retaining screws; these and the output arms are supplied with the servos. Fit the grubscrews (42) in the swivel pushrod connectors (41), and mount them on the elevator and rudder horns (40) using the self-locking nuts (45).Tighten the nuts (45) just to the point where the connectors still swivel smoothly. Temporarily insert the horns in the control surfaces; they are not glued in place until covering is complete. Remove the servo output arms and connect the pushrods to them. Slip the pushrods into the snake sleeves from the front end, re-fit the output arms, and cut the rods to length at the tail end. Tighten the grubscrews (42) using the 1 mm A/F allen key. Install the remaining components required for your chosen version, as shown on the plan, and check the working systems from the transmitter. Covering the model The finished airframe can now be covered in heat-shrink film. The fuselage should be covered with five separate pieces of film: first the underside, then the fuselage nose and turtle deck, and finally the fuselage sides. Each wing panel is covered in two


separate processes, starting with the underside. Cover each of the tail panels separately. It is important that these components are not pulled out of shape (warped) by excessive tension in the covering film. The model can then be painted in the colour scheme shown in the kit box illustration, using adhesive tape to mask out the different areas. The covering procedure is completed by cutting out and applying the decals.

Balancing Assemble the model completely, including all the RC and power system components. The correct Centre of Gravity is 80 mm aft of the wing root leading edge. Support the model at the stated CG position with two fingers under the wing roots, and allow it to hang freely: when balanced correctly, the fuselage will balance level. If necessary, add sufficient lead ballast to the ballast chamber in the fuselage until the model balances as described above. Flying Assemble the model completely, fit fully charged batteries, and check that the control surfaces are exactly at centre. The aeroplane should be test-flown in flat-calm con-ditions, or with no more than a gentle breeze. The ideal flying site is a grassy field with a gentle slope facing directly into wind. Note: switch the motor on and give the aeroplane a hand-launch exactly into any breeze; trotting forward for a few steps gains the necessary momentum. The model’s nose should be angled up slightly (arou nd 15°) for a launch under power. If you wish to test-glide the aeroplane, the fuselage nose should be angled down slightly (approx. 10°). The model responds best to gentle application of the rudder and elevator controls. Fine-tuning can be carried out by adjusting the trim sliders situated below and ad-jacent to the transmitter sticks. Always land the model directly into wind, with the motor switched off. Just before touch-down, apply slight up-elevator to flare out and slow the machine down further. For free-flight operations the model should be trimmed for a straight glide by ad-justing the trim-tab. All of us at GRAUPNER Modellbau wish you many fine flights with your new RC- JOLLY


Parts List No. Description No. off Material Dimensions in mm 1 L.H. fuselage side 1 + 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 2 R.H. fuselage side 1 + 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 3 Upper fuselage longeron 2 Balsa Overlength, 3 x 3 4 Lower fuselage longeron 2 x 1+1 Balsa Overlength, 3 x 3 5 Nose bulkhead 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 6 Former 1 Plywood Laser-cut, 1.5 7 Main former 1 Plywood Laser-cut, 1.5 8 Former 1 Plywood Laser-cut, 1.5 9 Former 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 10 Former 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 11 Tail former 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 12 Fuselage turtle deck 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 13 Fuselage bottom 1 + 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 14 Rudder snake outer sleeve 1 Plastic Overlength, 1.9 / 0.9 Ø 15 Elevator snake outer sleeve 1 Plastic Overlength, 1.9 / 0.9 Ø 16 Reinforcement 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 17 Reinforcement 1 + 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 18 Reinforcement 2 Plywood Laser-cut, 1.5 19 Reinforcement 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 20 Reinforcement 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 21 Servo plate 1 Plywood Laser-cut, 1.5 22 Reinforcement 2 Plywood Laser-cut, 1.5 23 Nose doubler 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 24 Front upper fuselage block 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 5 25 Front upper fuselage block 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 5 26 Fuselage noseblock 2 + 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 5 and 3 27 Fuselage tail block 2 x 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 5 28 Tailplane mount 1 Plywood Laser-cut, 1.5 29 Reinforcement 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 30 Reinforcement 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 31 Nut support plate 1 Plywood Laser-cut, 1.5 32 Nut support plate 1 Plywood Laser-cut, 1.5 33 Captive nut 2 Steel Ready made, M3 34 Fairing 1 Balsa Oversize, 27 x 15 x 4 35 Cabin frame 1 ABS Ready made 36 Canopy 1 Plastic Vac.-moulded 37 Canopy retainer clip 1 ABS Ready made 38 Screw sleeve 1 ABS Ready made 39 Towhook 1 Steel Ready made, 2 Ø 40 Control surface horn 2 ABS Ready made 41 Swivel pushrod connector 2 Plated brass Ready made 42 Grubscrew 2 Steel Ready made,M1.7 43 Rudder pushrod 1 Steel Ready made, 0.5 Ø 44 Elevator pushrod 1 Steel Ready made, 0.5 Ø 45 Self-locking nut 2 ABS Ready made, M1.7 46 Countersunk screw 5 Nylon M3 x 16 47 No part 48 No part 49 No part 50 Fin leading edge 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 51 Fin hinge strip 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 52 Fin tip 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 53 Fin base 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 54 Reinforcement 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 55 Fin rib 3 Balsa Overlength, 3 x 3 56 Diagonal strip 4 Balsa Overlength, 3 x 3 57 Rudder strip 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 58 Rudder tip 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 59 Horn support 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 60 Rudder trailing edge 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 61 Rudder rib 3 Balsa Overlength, 3 x 3


No. Description No. off Material Dimensions in mm 62 Control surface hinge 6 Plastic 12 x 10 63 Tailplane leading edge 1 Balsa Overlength, 5 x 5 64 Tailplane trailing edge 1 Balsa Overlength, 5 x 5 65 Bottom sheet panel 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 66 Tailplane rib 10 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 67 Centre rib 4 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 68 Tailplane spar 1 Balsa Overlength, 3 x 5 69 Nut support 1 Plywood Laser-cut, 1.5 70 Nut 1 Steel Ready made, M3 71 Tailplane tip 2 x 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 5 72 Sheeting panel 1 + 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 73 Elevator 1 Balsa Oversize, 4 x 15 74 75 Wing leading edge 2 Balsa Oversize, 5 x 15 76 Wing trailing edge 2 Balsa Oversize, 4 x 15 77 Wing spar 4 Spruce Oversize, 2 x 5 78 Leading edge dihedral brace 1 Plywood Laser-cut, 1.5 79 Main dihedral brace 2 Plywood Laser-cut, 1.5 80 Sheeting panel 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 81 Sheeting panel 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 82 Half-rib 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 82a Half-rib 2 x 3 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 83 Half-rib 2 Plywood Laser-cut, 1.5 84 Half-rib 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 85 Half-rib 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 86 Half-rib 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 87 Half-rib 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 88 Half-rib 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 89 Wing rib 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 90 Wing rib 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 91 Wing rib 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 92 Wing rib 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 93 Wing rib 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 94 Wing rib 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 95 Wing rib 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 96 Wing rib 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 97 Wing rib 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 98 Wing rib 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 99 Wing rib 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 100 Wing rib 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 101 Spar web 2 x 1+1 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 102 Spar web 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 103 Spar web 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 104 Spar web 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 105 Spar web 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 106 Spar web 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 107 Spar web 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 108 Spar web 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 109 Spar web 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 110 Spar web 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 111 Spar web 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 112 Spar web 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 113 Sheeting panel 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 114 Sheeting panel 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 115 Screw sleeve 1 ABS Ready made 116 Screw sleeve 1 ABS Ready made 117 Screw support plate 1 ABS Ready made 118 Screw support plate 1 ABS Ready made 119 In-fill piece 26 Balsa Laser-cut, 1.5 120 Wingtip block 2 x 2 Balsa Laser-cut, 5 121 Pylon base 1 + 1 ABS Ready made 122 Nut 2 Steel Ready made, M3


No. Description No. off Material Dimensions in mm 123 Sanding block 1 Balsa 200 x 40 x 10 124 Self-adhesive abrasive paper, coarse 1 Plastic 200 x 40 x 1 125 Self-adhesive abrasive paper, fine 1 Plastic 200 x 40 x 0.5 126 Trailing edge 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 127 Base 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 128 Trim-tab 1 Balsa Laser-cut, 3 129 Control surface hinge 2 Brass Oversize, 0.3 x 3 x 10 130 Angle template 1 Plywood Laser-cut, 1.5

Replacement parts (not included) RC-JOLLY canopy Order No. 4205.1 RC-JOLLY small ABS parts set Order No. 4219.5 Caution: it is essential to avoid cyano-acrylate ad hesives coming into contact with body parts, and especially the eyes. For this reason we recommend t hat you wear rubber gloves and goggles. Make sure your workshop is well ventilated, and store the adh esive well out of the reach of children.

Safety Notes Before you fly the model for the first time it is e ssential (and a legal requirement) to take out an i nsurance policy designed to cover modelling risks. Be sure to read right through the instructions cove ring assembly and operation of your model before yo u attempt to operate it for the first time. You alone are responsible for the safe operation of your rad io-controlled model aeroplane. Young people should onl y be permitted to build and fly this model under th e instruction and supervision of an adult who is awar e of the hazards involved in this activity. In legal terms our models are classed as aircraft, and as such are subject to statutory regulations an d restrictions which must be observed. Our brochure “ Modellflugrecht, Paragrafen und mehr” (Model Aviation Law, Legal Requirements and more) is avail able under Order No. 8034.02, and contains a summary of all these rules; your local model shop s hould have a copy which you can read. Post Office regulations relating to the use of radio control sy stems must also be observed; you will find relevant information in the operating instructions supplied with your radio control system. It is important to use only those parts included in the kit, together with other genuine Graupner accessories and replacement parts as recommended ex pressly by us. Even if you change a single component, you can no longer be sure that the whole system will work reliably, and such changes also invalidate your guarantee. Avoid short circuits and reverse polarity at all ti mes. The high energy density of rechargeable batteries i nvolves a constant risk of fire and even explosion. A radio-controlled model aircraft can only work pro perly and fulfil your expectations if it is built v ery carefully and in accordance with the building instr uctions. If you wish to avoid injuring people and damaging property, it is essential to be careful an d painstaking at all stages of building and operati ng your model. Nobody would climb into a full-size sai lplane and try to fly it without completing a cours e of training first. Model flying is just such a skill, and has to be learned in exactly the same way. However, as manufacturers we have no means of influ encing the way you build and operate your RC model aircraft, and for this reason we can do no mo re than point out the hazards expressly. We accept no further liability. If you need help, please enlist the aid of an exper ienced modeller, join a model club or enrol at a mo del flying training school. Model shops and the special ist model press are also good sources of informatio n. The best course is always to join a club and fly at the approved model flying site. Adhesives and paints contain solvents which may be hazardous to health under certain circumstances. Read and observe the notes and warnings supplied by the manufacturer of these materials. The operator of the model must be in full possessio n of his or her bodily and mental faculties. As wit h car driving, flying a model aircraft under the influenc e of alcohol or drugs is highly dangerous and not permissible under any circumstances.


Make sure that all passers-by and onlookers are awa re of the hazards involved in the operation of your model. Remind spectators to keep a safe distance fr om the model. Always maintain a safe distance between your model and other people or objects. Never fly low over people or directly towards them. Radio-controlled models should only be flown in “no rmal” weather conditions, i.e. a temperature range of -5° to +35°C. More extreme temperatures can lead to changes in battery capacity, material characterist ics, the strength of glued joints and other unwanted eff ects. All model flyers should behave in a way which minim ises the danger to people and property. Never act i n any manner which will disturb other pilots, or have an adverse effect on safe, orderly flying at the s ite. Don’t operate your model aeroplane in the vicinity of overhead power cables, industrial sites, residen tial areas, public roads, school playgrounds or sports f ields etc. Pre-flight checks Check that the radio control system works correctly and at full range before every flight: switch on t he transmitter and the receiving system, fit the trans mitter aerial and extend it to its full length; wal k away from the model, and check that all the control surf aces work smoothly and immediately at an appropriat e distance; check also that they deflect in the corre ct “sense” in relation to the stick movements. Repe at the check with the motor running, while a friend ho lds the model securely for you. If you are a relative beginner to this type of mode l flying, we recommend that you enlist an experienc ed model pilot to help you check and test-fly the mode l. Please don’t ignore our warnings. They refer to haz ardous materials and processes which, if ignored, c an result in fatal injury or serious damage to propert y. Propellers powered by a motor constitute a permanen t hazard and represent a real risk of injury. Don’t touch them with any part of your body. For example, a propeller spinning at high speed can easily cut your finger badly. Keep well clear of the rotational plane of the prop eller. You never know when some part may come loose and fly off at high speed, hitting you or anybody e lse in the vicinity. In unfavourable circumstances this could result in serious injury. Ensure that the rev olving propeller never comes into contact with any object. Make sure that it is impossible for any object to s tall or block the propeller. Every time you intend to operate your model, check carefully that it and everything attached to it (e. g. propeller, RC components etc.) is in good condition and undamaged. If you find a fault, do not fly the model until you have corrected it. Ensure before flying that the transmitter frequency you wish to use is not already in use, and do not switch the transmitter on until you are sure of thi s. Radio interference caused by unknown equipment c an occur at any time without prior warning, leaving yo ur model unpredictable and out of control. Never le ave your radio control system unguarded, as other peopl e might pick it up and try to use it. Do not switch the electric motor on unless you have checked that there is nothing in the rotational pl ane of the propeller. Never attempt to stop the propell er when it is spinning. Electric motors with propel lers fitted must only be run when firmly mounted. If you are to fly your model safely and avoid probl ems, it is essential that you are aware of its posi tion and attitude throughout each flight - so don’t let it fly too far away. If you detect a control proble m or interference during a flight, immediately land the model to prevent a potential accident. Model aeropl anes must always give way to full-size aircraft. Take-of f and landing strips should be kept free of people and other obstacles. Your RC system can only work reliably if the batter ies are kept fully charged. Never use hot, faulty or damaged batteries. It is i mportant to observe the instructions supplied by th e battery manufacturer. Before every flight ensure that all functions are w orking correctly, and carry out a range check. Always ensure that the throttle stick (or other thr ottle control) is at the motor OFF position before switching the transmitter on. To avoid the electric motor bursting into life unexpectedly, always swit ch the transmitter on first, followed by the receiving system. When switching off, reverse the order: rec eiving system first, then the transmitter.


Check that the control surfaces work in the correct “sense”, i.e. that they deflect in the direction w hich corresponds to the movement of the stick. Remove the flight battery from the model after each flying session, and store it at a temperature of a round +5°C to +25°C, well out of the reach of children. Please don’t misunderstand the purpose of these not es. We only want to make you aware of the many dangers and hazards which can arise if you lack kno wledge and experience, or work carelessly or irresponsibly. Provided that you take reasonable ca re, model flying is a highly creative, instructive, enjoyable and relaxing pastime. Manufacturer’s declaration: If material defects or manufacturing faults should arise in a product distributed by us in the Federal Republic of Germany and purchased by a consumer (§ 13 BGB), we, Graupner GmbH & Co. KG, D-73230 Kirchheim/Teck, Germany, acknowledge the obligation to correct those defects within the limitations described below. The consumer is not entitled to exploit this manufa cturer’s declaration if the failure in the usabilit y of the product is due to natural wear, use under competiti on conditions, incompetent or improper use (includi ng incorrect installation) or external influences. This manufacturer’s declaration does not affect the consumer’s legal or contractual rights regarding defects arising from the purchase contract between the consumer and the vendor (dealer). Extent of the guarantee If a claim is made under guarantee, we undertake at our discretion to repair or replace the defective goods. We will not consider supplementary claims, e specially for reimbursement of costs relating to th e defect (e.g. installation / removal costs) and comp ensation for consequent damages unless they are allowed by statute. This does not affect claims bas ed on legal regulations, especially according to product liability law. Guarantee requirements The purchaser is required to make the guarantee cla im in writing, and must enclose original proof of purchase (e.g. invoice, receipt, delivery note) and this guarantee card. The purchaser must send the defective goods to us at his own cost, using the ad dress stated above. The purchaser should state the material defect or m anufacturing fault, or the symptoms of the fault, i n as accurate a manner as possible, so that we can check if our guarantee obligation is applicable. The goods are transported from the consumer to us a nd from us to the consumer at the consumer’s risk. Duration of validity This declaration only applies to claims made to us during the claim period as stated in this declarati on. The claim period is 24 months from the date of purc hase of the product by the consumer from a dealer i n the Federal Republic of Germany (purchase date). If a defect arises after the end of the claim period, or if the evidence or documents required according to thi s declaration in order to make the claim valid are not presented until after this period, then the consume r forfeits any rights or claims from this declarati on. Limitation by lapse of time If we do not acknowledge the validity of a claim ba sed on this declaration within the claim period, al l claims based on this declaration are barred by the statute of limitations after six months from the ti me of implementation; however, this cannot occur before t he end of the claim period. Applicable law This declaration, and the claims, rights and obliga tions arising from it, are based exclusively on the pertinent German Law, excluding the norms of intern ational private law, and excluding UN retail law.

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