Warnings And Safety Notes - GRAUPNER JetCat P60 Instructions D'utilisation

Warnings and safety notes

Welcome to the jet age for model aircraft! Please note that operating the Graupner JetCat P80/P120 can be
dangerous. When powered by the Graupner JetCat P80 or P120 jet engine a model may be capable of
airspeeds of up to 400 km/hr (250 mph). The case temperature of the turbine can be up to 500°C (Celsius),
and the exhaust gas may even reach 720°C. This is a genuine turbine, and it requires expertise, discipline,
and regular servicing and maintenance to preserve your safety and that of other people. If you have little
experience in building and operating models of this type, it is vital that you enlist the help and advice of an
experienced jet modeller if you are to avoid potentially catastrophic errors; this applies in particular to the jet
engine itself, which should only be run when an experienced operator is present. If you have a model flying
group or club in your area where training and support are available, we strongly recommend that you
become a member. With jet-powered model aircraft any defect or deficiency in construction or operation can
result in serious personal injury or even death.
CAUTION!
Before you operate this model aircraft, you must determine the local by-laws and regulations which apply to
you, and keep within them. In legal terms our models are classed as aircraft, and as such are subject to
statutory regulations and restrictions which must be observed. Our brochure "Luftrecht für Modellflieger"
(Aviation Law for Model Flyers) is available under Order No. 8032, and contains a summary of all these rules
as defined under German law. Your local model shop should have a copy which you can peruse. Models
powered by jet engines require the landowner's permission before flying. Third party insurance is mandatory.
There are also Post Office regulations concerning your radio control system, and these must be observed at
all times. The rules vary from country to country; please refer to your RC system instructions for more details.
WARNING!
It is your responsibility to protect others from possible injury. Keep a safe distance from residential areas in
order to protect people, animals and buildings: at least 1.5 km "as the crow flies". Keep well clear of high-
tension overhead cables. Don't fly your model in poor weather, especially when there is low cloud cover or
fog. Don't fly the model directly into the sun, as you could easily lose visual contact with it. To avoid
collisions, always keep well clear of full-size aircraft, whether manned or unmanned. It is your responsibility
to land immediately if a real aircraft approaches.
When operating a Graupner turbine you must keep people and animals a safe distance away from the
danger area. This means:
In front of the turbine
To the side of the turbine
Behind the turbine
WARNING!
Operating a model aircraft under the influence of alcohol or drugs is not permissible under any
circumstances.
The operator of the model must be in full possession of his or her bodily and mental faculties. This applies
both to the operator and any assistants.
WARNING!
This turbine is designed exclusively for model flying, and is not suitable for any other purpose. It must never
be used in a machine for carrying people or goods, nor for any other purpose except as a model aircraft
power plant. Misuse of this engine may result in serious personal injury or even death.
WARNING!
It is essential not to make any modifications of any kind to the turbine. If you deviate from the instructions,
perhaps by using different components or materials, or by making changes to the structural design, you may
seriously affect the ability of the engine to function correctly. Please resist the temptation, and operate the
turbine exactly as directed.
WARNING!
The turbine may only be operated in strict accordance with the instructions in this manual.
Before you fly your jet model it is essential to check the Centre of Gravity and the control surface travels.
These settings are very important, and the recommended values must be observed. Before you fly the
model, carry out a careful check of all the working functions and all the control surfaces. Check the range of
the radio control system with the transmitter aerial collapsed. If the check is satisfactory, repeat it with the
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