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Optional Supplies and Tools

Here is a list of optional tools that will help you build the 
Revolver ARF:

  

1/2 oz. [15g] Thick Pro CA- (GPMR6013)

  

2 oz. [57g] Spray CA Activator (GPMR6035)

  

4 oz. [113g] Aerosol CA Activator (GPMR6034)

  

CA Applicator Tips (HCAR3780)

  

CA Debonder (GPMR6039)

  

Pro 6-Minute Epoxy (GPMR6045)

  

Epoxy Brushes (6, GPMR8060)

  

Mixing Sticks (GPMR8055)

  

Mixing Cups (GPMR8056)

  

Pliers with Wire Cutter (HCAR0630)

  

Hobbico Duster

 Compressed Air (HCAR5500)

  

Switch & Charge Jack Mounting Set (GPMM1000)

  

Rotary Tool such as Dremel

  

Rotary Tool Reinforced Cut-Off Wheel (GPMR8020)

  

Servo Horn Drill (HCAR0698)

  

Hobby Heat

 Micro Torch (HCAR0750)

  

Dead Center

 Engine Mount Hole Locator 

(GPMR8130)

  

Precision Magnetic Prop Balancer (TOPQ5700)

  

AccuThrow

 Defl ection Gauge (GPMR2405)

  

CG Machine

 (GPMR2400)

  

Hobbico Flexible 18" Ruler Stainless Steel 
(HCAR0460)

  

Top Flite MonoKote Trim Seal Iron (TOPR2200)

  

Top Flite MonoKote Heat Gun (TOPR2000)

  

Hobbico Pin Vise 1/16 Collet w/6 Bits (HCAR0696)

  

Hobbico 8-Piece Ball Tip Hex L Wrench SAE 
(HCAR0520)

  

Hobbico 7-Piece Ball Tip Hex L Wrench Metric 
(HCAR0521)

  

Great Planes Clevis Installation Tool (GPMR8030)

IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES

• When you see the term test fi t in the instructions, it means 
that you should fi rst position the part on the assembly 
without using any glue, then slightly modify or custom fi t 
the part as necessary for the best fi t.

• Whenever the term glue is written you should rely upon 
your experience to decide what type of glue to use. When 
a specifi c type of adhesive works best for that step, the 
instructions will make a recommendation.

• Whenever just epoxy is specifi ed you may use either 
30-minute (or 45-minute) epoxy or  6-minute  epoxy.  When 

30-minute epoxy is specifi ed it is highly recommended that 
you use only 30-minute (or 45-minute) epoxy, because you 
will need the working time and/or the additional strength.

•  Photos and sketches are placed before the step they 
refer to. Frequently you can study photos in following steps 
to get another view of the same parts.

• The stabilizer and wing incidences and engine thrust 
angles  have  been  factory-built  into  this  model.  However, 
some technically-minded modelers may wish to check these 
measurements anyway. To view this information visit the web 
site at www.greatplanes.com and click on “Technical Data.” 
Due to manufacturing tolerances which will have little or no 
effect  on  the  way  your  model  will  fl y,  please  expect  slight 
deviations between your model and the published values.

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS

Replacement parts for the Revolver .61 ARF are available 
using the order numbers in the Replacement Parts List 
that follows. The fastest, most economical service can be 
provided by your hobby dealer or mail-order company. 

To locate a hobby dealer, visit the Great Planes web site 
at  www.greatplanes.com.  Choose  “Where  to  Buy”  at  the 
bottom of the menu on the left side of the page. Follow the 
instructions provided on the page to locate a U.S., Canadian 
or International dealer.

Parts may also be ordered directly from Hobby Services by 
calling (217) 398-0007, or via facsimile at (217) 398-7721, 
but full retail prices and shipping and handling charges will 
apply. Illinois and Nevada residents will also be charged 
sales tax. If ordering via fax, include a Visa

®

 or MasterCard

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number and expiration date for payment.

Mail parts orders and payments by personal check to:

Hobby Services
3002 N. Apollo Drive, Suite 1
Champaign, IL 61822

Be certain to specify the order number exactly as listed in 
the  Replacement Parts List. Payment by credit card or 
personal check only; no C.O.D. 

If additional assistance is required for any reason, contact 
Product Support by telephone at (217) 398-8970, or by 
e-mail at productsupport@greatplanes.com.

Summary of Contents for Revolver

Page 1: ...the act of using the user assembled product the user accepts all resulting liability If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this product the buyer is advised t...

Page 2: ...is capable of performing a wide range of aerobatic maneuvers Loops rolls positive and negative snap rolls hammerheads and lomcevaks are all within the capabilities of this airplane We have incorporate...

Page 3: ...ed in this kit are made of fiberglass the fibers of which may cause eye skin and respiratory tract irritation Never blow into a part to remove fiberglass dust as the dust will blow back into your eyes...

Page 4: ...l Balancer 1 5 GPMM3160 A suitable charger is also required The Great Planes PolyCharge4 is designed for LiPo packs only but is able to charge four LiPo packs simultaneously The Great Planes Triton2 c...

Page 5: ...minute epoxy because you will need the working time and or the additional strength Photos and sketches are placed before the step they refer to Frequently you can study photos in following steps to ge...

Page 6: ...quality or if you need assistance with assembly contact Product Support When reporting defective or missing parts use the part names exactly as they are written in the Kit Contents list Great Planes...

Page 7: ...erpendicular to the covers as shown Allow the epoxy to cure 2 Drill a 1 16 1 6mm hole in the hatch covers through the mounting blocks approximately 3 8 9 5mm deep Thread a 2 x 3 8 9 5mm flat head wood...

Page 8: ...ECT Hi 9 Position the control horns over the plywood plate in the aileron if you cannot see it hold the aileron at a shallow angle in good lighting or use a small pin to puncture the covering using th...

Page 9: ...nylon wing bolts 3 Slide the horizontal stabilizer into the stab slot at the aft end of the fuselage 4 Center the stab left and right in the fuselage using the uncovered balsa as a guide Measure the d...

Page 10: ...thin CA glue to each hole and let it harden Attach the elevator control horn to the elevator using four 2 x 3 8 9 5mm screws 9 Repeat step 5 8 for the remaining elevator half installing the remaining...

Page 11: ...horn to the rudder using two 2 x 3 8 9 5mm screws Install the Elevator Rudder Servos 1 Install the elevator servo into the servo tray with the hardware that came with the servo Locate the servo where...

Page 12: ...nding Gear 1 Attach the landing gear legs to the fuselage using four 8 32 x 3 4 19 1mm SHCS four 8 flat washers four 8 lock washers and thread locking compound When installed properly the landing gear...

Page 13: ...so that the engine head will be on the right side Leave the screws slightly loose Test fit your engine between the mount halves Slide the mount halves against the sides of the engine and finish tighte...

Page 14: ...and one additional hole that you will need to puncture above the sealed off fuel tube hole The fill and carb lines should extend out 1 2 12 7mm beyond the stopper and the vent line should be bent upwa...

Page 15: ...then tighten the set screw against the wire 13 Install another brass screw lock connector nylon retainer and 4 40 x 1 4 6 4mm set screw to the outer hole of the throttle arm 13 From inside of the fus...

Page 16: ...length of the mount by cutting off a short length of the aluminum mount arm When adjusting the mount do not inadvertently create any up or down motor thrust angle Be sure that the center slots in the...

Page 17: ...cut openings are provided on both sides of the fuselage for mounting an on off switch The hole spacing is made for a Futaba mini switch harness If you are using a different switch you may need to mod...

Page 18: ...and thread a 2 x 1 2 12 7mm self tapping screw into each hole in the cowl mounting blocks and back it out Apply a couple drops of thin CA to each hole in the blocks When the glue hardens install the c...

Page 19: ...ct battery packs with different capacities in series or in parallel Check the Control Directions 1 Turn on the transmitter and receiver and center the trims If necessary remove the servo arms from the...

Page 20: ...485 stick on lead A good place to add stick on nose weight is to the firewall don t attach weight to the cowl it is not intended to support weight Begin by placing incrementally increasing amounts of...

Page 21: ...ves off a great deal of deadly carbon monoxide Therefore do not run the engine in a closed room or garage Get help from an experienced pilot when learning to operate engines Use safety glasses when st...

Page 22: ...rallel Different capacities 11 1V 3 Cell 3200mAh NO 11 1V 3 Cell 1250mAh AMA SAFETY CODE EXCERPTS Read and abide by the following excerpts from the Academy of Model Aeronautics Safety Code For the com...

Page 23: ...servo arms pushrods etc 13 Secure the pressure tap if used to the muffler with high temp RTV silicone threadlocking compound or J B Weld 14 Make sure the fuel lines are connected and are not kinked 15...

Page 24: ...nt write them down of what trim or C G changes may be required to fine tune the model so it flies the way you like Mind your fuel level but use this first flight to become familiar with your model bef...

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