GREAT PLANES Sequence User manual

WAMF GR
Motor: RimFire .32 (42-50-800)
brushless out-runner motor
Length: 51.5 in
[1310mm] w/4 micro servos
and standard
size receiver
4-channel
minimum
Wingspan: 50 in
[1270mm]
Wing Area: 505 sq in
[32.6 dm2]
Weight: 3.5– 3.75 lb
[1590-1700 g]
Wing
Loading: 16– 17 oz/sq ft [49–52 g/dm2]
SPECIFICATIONS RADIO
Champaign, Illinois
[phone], Ext 5
airsuppor[email protected]
Entire Contents © Copyright 2009 GPMA1575 Mnl
READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE STARTING CONSTRUCTION. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF THIS MODEL.
WARRANTY
Great Planes®Model Manufacturing Co. guarantees this kit to
be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the
date of purchase. This warranty does not cover any component
parts damaged by use or modification. In no case shall Great
Planes’ liability exceed the original cost of the purchased kit.
Further, Great Planes reserves the right to change or modify this
warranty without notice.
In that Great Planes has no control over the final assembly or
material used for final assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor
accepted for any damage resulting from the use by the user of
the final user-assembled product. By 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 to return
this kit immediately in new and unused condition to the
place of purchase.
To make a warranty claim send the defective part or item to
Hobby Services at the address below:
Hobby Services
3002 N. Apollo Dr. Suite 1
Champaign IL 61822 USA
Include a letter stating your name, return shipping address, as
much contact information as possible (daytime telephone
number, fax number, e-mail address), a detailed description of
the problem and a photocopy of the purchase receipt. Upon
receipt of the package the problem will be evaluated as quickly
as possible.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
AMA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
DECISIONSYOU MUST MAKE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Radio Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Motor Recommendation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Propeller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Batteries & Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Required Hardware & Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Adhesives & Building Supplies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Optional Supplies & Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Building Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
COMMON ABBREVIATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
KIT INSPECTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
KIT CONTENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Preparations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
ASSEMBLE THE WING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
INSTALL THE HORIZONTAL
STABILIZER & ELEVATORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
INSTALL THE LANDING GEAR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
INSTALL THE TAIL SERVOS & PUSHRODS. . . . . . . . . .12
Aft Tail Servo Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
MOTOR INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
FINISH THE MODEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Apply the decals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Install and Operate the Motor Battery
(Brushless Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Check the Control Directions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Set the Control Throws. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Balance the Model (C.G.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Balance the Model Laterally. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
PREFLIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
IdentifyYour Model. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Charge the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Balance Propellers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Range Check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
MOTOR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
LITHIUM BATTERY HANDLING AND USAGE. . . . . . . . .22
AMA SAFETY CODE (excerpts) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Radio Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
CHECK LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
FLYING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Takeoff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Flight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Landing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the Great Planes
Sequence ARF! The Sequence has been designed to be a
lightweight, precision pattern plane that assembles quickly
and easily. An included pull-pull system provides extreme
accuracy in rudder control. Aft mounting positions are also
providedforthe tail servosfordirect pushrod connection.The
bestpartofthebuildisthepre-trimmedcowlandpre-installed
cowl ring! Just snap the cowl in place over the firewall and
you’re ready to move on! Radio equipment and the battery
pack are easily accessible beneath the magnetically held
canopy hatch that can be removed quickly without tools.
For the latest technical updates or manual corrections to
the Sequence ARF visit the Great Planes web site at www.
greatplanes.com. Open the “Airplanes” link, then select
the Sequence 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
WeurgeyoutojointheAMA(AcademyofModelAeronautics)
andalocal R/Cclub.TheAMAis thegoverningbodyof 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 Ph. [phone]
5151 East Memorial Drive Fax [phone]
Muncie, IN 47302-9252
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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PROTECT YOUR MODEL, YOURSELF
& OTHERS… FOLLOW THESE
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1.Your Sequence ARF should not be considered a toy, but
rather a sophisticated, working model that functions very
much like a full-size airplane. Because of its performance
capabilities, the Sequence ARF, if not assembled and
operated correctly, could possibly cause injury to yourself or
spectators and damage to property.
2. You must assemble the model according to the
instructions. Do not alter or modify the model, as doing
so may result in an unsafe or unflyable model. In a few
cases the instructions may differ slightly from the photos.
In those instances the written instructions should be
considered as correct.
3.You must take time to build straight, true and strong.
4. You must use an R/C radio system that is in first-class
condition, and a correctly sized motor and components
throughout the building process.
5. You must correctly install all R/C and other components
so that the model operates correctly on the ground and in
the air.
6.You must check the operation of the model before every
flight to insure that all equipment is operating and that the
model has remained structurally sound. Be sure to check
clevises or other connectors often and replace them if they
show any signs of wear or fatigue.
7. If you are not an experienced pilot or have not flown
this type of model before, we recommend that you get the
assistance of an experienced pilot in your R/C club for
your first flights. If you’re not a member of a club, your local
hobby shop has information about clubs in your area whose
membership includes experienced pilots.
8.While this kit has been flight tested to exceed normal use,
if the plane will be used for extremely high stress flying, such
as racing, or if a motor larger than one in the recommended
range is used, the modeler is responsible for taking steps to
reinforce the high stress points and/or substituting hardware
more suitable for the increased stress.
9. WARNING: The cowl and wheel pants included 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.Always wear safety goggles, a particle mask and
rubber gloves when grinding, drilling and sanding fiberglass
parts.Vacuum the parts and the work area thoroughly after
working with fiberglass parts.
We, as the kit manufacturer, provide you with a top quality,
thoroughly tested kit and instructions, but ultimately the
quality and flyability of your finished model depends
on how you build it; therefore, we cannot in any way
guarantee the performance of your completed model,
and no representations are expressed or implied as to the
performance or safety of your completed model.
Remember:Take your time and follow the instructions to
end up with a well-built model that is straight and true.
DECISIONS YOU MUST MAKE
This is a partial list of items required to finish the Sequence
ARF that may require planning or decision making
before starting to build. Order numbers are provided in
parentheses.
Radio Equipment
The Sequence ARF requires a minimum 4-channel radio
system with four micro servos such as the Futaba®S3115
micro precision servo. For optimum performance, we
recommend using Futaba S3150 digital micro servos.
In addition, two 12" [305mm] servo extensions are required
for the aileron servos. Two 24" [610mm] servo extensions
are required for the elevator and rudder servos if installing
the servos in the optional aft location. Servo extensions will
not be required for the elevator and rudder servos if using the
recommended power system and battery. If you are using
a radio system that does not support mixing functions, a
Y-harness will also be required to connect the aileron servos
to the receiver. One 6" [152mm] servo extension is required
for the ESC.
❏Futaba S3115 Micro Precision Servo (FUTM0415)
OR
❏Futaba S3150 Slim Digital Servo (FUTM0303)
Plus
❏Hobbico®Extension 12" [152mm]
Futaba J (HCAM2100)
❏Futaba Dual Servo Extension 6" J (FUTM4130)
❏Hobbico Servo Extension 24" Futaba J (HCAM2200)
❏Hobbico Extension 6" Futaba J (HCAM2000)
Motor Recommendation
The recommended motor for the Sequence ARF is a
RimFire™.32 (42-50-800) brushless outrunner motor.
❏Great Planes RimFire .32 (42-50-800) Out-Runner
Brushless (GPMG4700)

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If using the recommended brushless motor, a 45A brushless
ESC is required:
❏Great Planes Silver Series 45A Brushless ESC
5V/2A (GPMM1840)
Propeller
If you are installing the recommended RimFire brushless
motor, we suggest a 12x6E APC propeller.
❏APC 12x6 Electric Propeller (APCQ4130)
Batteries and Charger
One 2100mAh 14.8V Lithium Polymer battery pack is
recommended.
❏Great Planes ElectriFly LiPo 14.8V 2100mAh 20C
Power (GPMP0618)
A cell balancer is required for the LiPo battery pack
listed above:
❏Great Planes ElectriFly Equinox LiPo Cell Balancer
1-5 (GPMM3160)
A suitable charger is also required. The Great Planes
PolyCharge4™is designed for LiPo packs only. However, it
is able to charge four LiPo packs simultaneously. The Great
Planes Triton2™charger will only charge one pack at a time,
but is capable of charging NiCd, NiMH, LiPo, and Pb acid
batteries. Order numbers for both are provided below:
❏Great Planes PolyCharge4 DC Only 4 Output LiPo
Charger (GPMM3015)
OR
❏Great Planes ElectriFly Triton2 DC Comp Peak
Charger (GPMM3153)
ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED
Required Hardware and Accessories
This is the list of hardware and accessories required to
finish the Sequence ARF. Order numbers are provided in
parentheses:
❏Great Planes Velcro Hook & Loop 1x6" (2)
(GPMQ4480)
❏DuraTrax®Servo Tape Wide 1x36" (DTXR1215)
Adhesives and Building Supplies
This is the list of Adhesives and Building Supplies that are
required to finish the Sequence ARF:
❏1/2 oz. [15g] Thin Pro™CA (GPMR6001)
❏Pro 30-minute epoxy (GPMR6047)
❏Threadlocker thread locking cement (GPMR6060)
❏Denatured alcohol (for epoxy clean up)
❏Drill bits: 1/16" [1.6mm], 5/64" [2mm]
❏Small metal file
❏#1 Hobby knife (HCAR0105)
❏#11 blades (5-pack, HCAR0211)
❏Medium T-pins (100, HCAR5150)
❏Top Flite®MonoKote®sealing iron (TOPR2100)
❏Top Flite Hot Sock iron cover (TOPR2175)
❏220 grit sandpaper
❏Panel Line Pen (TOPQ2510)
Optional Supplies and Tools
Here is a list of optional tools that will help you build the
Sequence ARF:
❏1/2 oz. [15g] Medium Pro CA+ (GPMR6007)
❏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 (HCAR0625)
❏Rotary tool such as Dremel
❏Rotary tool reinforced cut-off wheel (GPMR8020)
❏Servo horn drill (HCAR0698)
❏Hobby Heat™micro torch II (HCAR0755)
❏Precision Magnetic Prop Balancer (TOPQ5700)
❏AccuThrow™Deflection 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)
❏Great Planes Clevis Installation Tool (GPMR8030)

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Building Stand
A building stand or cradle comes in handy during the build.
We use the Robart Super Stand II (ROBP1402) for all our
projects in R&D, and it can be seen in pictures throughout
this manual.
IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES
•There are several types of screws used in this kit:
Self-tapping or sheet metal screws
are designated by a number and a
length. For example, #6 x 3/4" [19mm].
Machine screws are designated by a
number, threads per inch, and a length.
For example, 4-40 x 3/4" [19mm].
Socket Head Cap Screws (SHCS) are
designated by a number, threads per
inch, and a length. For example, 4-40 x
3/4" [19mm]
•Whenyousee the term test fitin the instructions,it means
that you should first position the part on the assembly
without using any glue, then slightly modify or custom fit
the part as necessary for the best fit.
•Whenever the term glue is written you should rely upon
your experience to decide what type of glue to use.When
a specific type of adhesive works best for that step, the
instructions will make a recommendation.
•Whenever just epoxy is specified you may use either
30-minute (or 45-minute) epoxy or 6-minute epoxy.When
30-minuteepoxyisspecifieditishighlyrecommendedthat
youuseonly 30-minute(or45-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 Sequence is factory-covered withTop Flite MonoKote
film. Should repairs ever be required, MonoKote can be
patched with additional MonoKote purchased separately.
MonoKote is packaged in six-foot rolls, but some hobby
shops also sell it by the foot. If only a small piece of
MonoKote is needed for a minor patch, perhaps a fellow
modeler would give you some. MonoKote is applied with
a model airplane covering iron, but in an emergency a
regular iron could be used.A roll of MonoKote includes full
instructions for application. Following are the colors used
on this model and order numbers for six foot rolls.
White TOPQ0204 Orange TOPQ0202
Circus Pink TOPQ0215 Sapphire Blue TOPQ0226
Missle Red TOPQ0201 Sky Blue TOPQ0206
•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 fly,
please expect slight deviations between your model and
the published values.
COMMON ABBREVIATIONS
Stab = Horizontal Stabilizer
Fin = Vertical Stabilizer
LE = Leading Edge
TE = Trailing Edge
LG = Landing Gear
Ply = Plywood
" = Inches
mm = Millimeters
SHCS = Socket Head Cap Screw
ESC = Electronic Speed Control
LiPo = Lithium Polymer battery
4S = Four cells in series
mAh = Milliamp Hours (refers to the usable
capacity of a battery)
To convert inches to millimeters,multiply inches by 25.4
(25.4mm = 1")
KIT INSPECTION
Before starting to build, take an inventory of this kit to make
sure it is complete, and inspect the parts to make sure they
areofacceptablequality.If any parts are missing or arenotof
acceptable 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 Product Support [phone], ext. 5
3002 N Apollo Drive, Suite 1 Fax: [phone]
Champaign, IL 61822
E-mail: airsuppor[email protected]

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ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS
Replacement parts for the Great Planes Sequence ARF are
availableusing theordernumbers in theReplacement 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 Hobbico web site at www.
hobbico.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 [phone], or via facsimile at [phone],
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®
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 e-mail at productsupport@greatplanes.
com, or by telephone at [phone].
Order No. Description
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST
How to purchase
Instruction manual
Missing pieces
Full-size plans
Wing Set
Fuselage
Tail Set
Land Gear
Wheel Pants
Cowl
Canopy
Wing Tube
Decal Sheet
Tailwheel Assembly
CF Landing Gear Sequence ARF
Low Profile Landing Gear Axles 4mm (2)
Nylon Ez Bolts 10-24 (2)
GPMA3369
GPMA3370
GPMA3371
GPMA3372
GPMA3373
GPMA3374
GPMA3375
GPMA3376
GPMA3377
GPMA3328
Upgrade Parts
GPMA3378
GPMQ4273
GPMQ4404
Contact
Product Support
Not available
Contact your
hobby supplier
to purchase
these items
KIT CONTENTS
1. Fuselage
2. Left Wing with Aileron
3. Right Wing with Aileron
4. Carbon Wing Joiner
5. Horizontal Stabilizer w/ Elevators
6. Main Landing Gear
7. Wheel Pants
8. Main Wheels
9. Canopy Hatch
10. Cowl
11. Spinner
12. Tail Wheel Assembly
1
23
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12

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BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS
Preparations
❏ 1.If you have not done so already, remove the major parts
of the kit from the box and inspect for damage. If any parts
are damaged or missing, contact Product Support at the
address or telephone number listed in the “Kit Inspection”
section on page 5.
❏ 2. Carefully remove the tape and separate all the control
surfaces. Use a covering iron with a covering sock on high
heat to tighten the covering if necessary. Apply pressure over
sheeted areas to thoroughly bond the covering to the wood.
ASSEMBLE THE WING
❏ 1. Attach a 12" [305mm] servo extension to each aileron
servo.Secure the connections using tape, heat shrink tubing
(not included) or special clips designed for that purpose.
❏ 2. Locate the strings taped inside the aileron servo bays
and tie the ends of the strings to the servo extensions. Use
the string to pull the servo leads through the wing ribs.
❏ 3. Position the servos in the aileron servo bays in the
orientationshown.Drill1/16"[1.6mm]holesthroughtheservo
mountingtabs.Threadaservomountingscrew(includedwith
the servos) into each hole and back it out. Apply a drop of
thin CA to each hole to harden the wood.When the glue has
dried, install the servos using the included black fiberglass
plates and the screws included with the servos. Do not use
the rubber grommets or eyelets included with the servos
because the flex allowed by the grommets will reduce the
precision of the control surfaces.

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Cut off
unused
arms
Enlarge to
5/64" [2mm]
❏ 4. Cut three arms from a four-armed servo arm for each
aileron servo. Enlarge the outer hole of the remaining arm
with a 5/64" [2mm] drill bit. Center the servos with your radio
systemandinstalltheservoarmstotheservosperpendicular
to the servo case as shown with the arms pointing toward
the wing tip. Be sure to reinstall the servo arm screws into
the servos (use thread locking compound if the servo has a
metal output spline).
❏ 5. Thread a nylon clevis 20 complete turns onto each 5"
[127mm] pushrod. Slide a silicone clevis retainer onto each
clevis and connect the clevises to the outer holes of two
control horns.
Hinge Line Hinge Line
CORRECT INCORRECT
Hin
❏ 6. Position the control horns over the hardwood blocks
in the ailerons (if you cannot see them, hold the aileron
at a shallow angle in good lighting or use a small pin to
puncture the covering) using the position of the servo arms
as a guide.Align the holes in the control horns directly over
the aileron hinge line and mark the location of the control
horn mounting holes.
❏ 7. Drill 1/16" [1.6mm] holes at the marks you made
through the hardwood blocks.Do not drill all the way through
the aileron! Apply a couple drops of thin CA glue to each
hole to harden the wood surrounding the holes. When the
glue has dried, install the control horns onto the ailerons
using four #2 x 1/2" [13mm] self-tapping screws.

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Pushrod Wire
FasLink Pushrod
Connector
Servo Horn
❏ 8. Use tape or a small clamp to hold the ailerons in the
neutral position. Make a mark on the pushrods where they
cross the outer holes in the servo arms. Make a 90 degree
bend at the mark on the pushrod and cut off the excess
pushrod 1/4" [6mm] beyond the bend. Attach the pushrods
to the servo arms using FasLink pushrod connectors.Thread
the clevises up or down on the pushrods as necessary to
center the ailerons with the servo arms centered. When
satisfied, slide the silicone clevis retainers to the ends of the
clevises to secure them.
❏ 9.Use epoxy to glue the nylon wing dowels into the root
rib of each panel. The smooth ends of the dowels should
protrude from the root ribs approximately 1/2" [13mm].Use a
paper towel dampened with denatured alcohol to wipe away
any excess epoxy.
INSTALL THE HORIZONTAL
STABILIZER AND ELEVATORS
❏ 1. Insert the carbon wing joiner into the outer wing
tube in the fuselage and center it left and right. Slide the
wing panels onto the tube and tighten them down using the
included wing bolts.
❏ 2. Temporarily install the horizontal stabilizer into the
stab slot. Stand back 5-6 ft [1.5 - 1.8m] and view the model
from behind. Confirm that the stab and wing are parallel.
If not, sand the slot as necessary until they are parallel. A
weight can also be placed on the high side to bring the stab
parallel with the wing.
Before beginning step 3, have some paper towels, denatured
alcohol, and a tape measure or length of string with some
masking tape on hand and ready to use. When gluing the
stab into the slot, it is recommended to coat both the stab
itself and the slot with epoxy. Doing so will require additional
cleaning of excess epoxy from one side of the stab.However,
a better glue joint is achieved when both mating sides have
epoxy applied to them. We also suggest dry fitting the stab
with the elevator joiner in place to confirm that the joiner wire
rotates smoothly and the stab fits properly.

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❏ 3. Insert the elevator joiner wire into the aft end of the
stab slot. Coat the exposed wood on the top and bottom of
the stab with 30-minute epoxy as well as the mating edges of
the stab slot.Insert the stab into the slot and center it left and
right. Measure from the wing tips to the stab tips and make
those distances equal. Wipe away excess epoxy with paper
towels dampened with denatured alcohol. Confirm that the
stab and wing are still parallel. A weight can be added to
one side of the stab to make any small corrections.Allow the
epoxy to cure undisturbed. The wing can now be removed
from the fuselage and set aside.
Drill a 3/32" [2.4mm] hole
1/2" [13mm] deep, in the center
of the hinge slot.
Cut the covering
away from the slot.
❏ 4. Drill a 3/32" [2.4mm] hole 1/2" [13mm] deep into the
center of each hinge slot in the elevator halves and stab.
Trim the covering away from each hinge slot to ensure that
the hinges will be properly glued in place.
❏ 5.Test fit the elevator halves onto the stab with CA hinges.
If necessary, enlarge the hinge slots with a hobby knife.
When satisfied with the fit, insert a CA hinge halfway into
each hinge slot in the stab.Push a pin through the middle of
each hinge to keep them centered.The elevator joiner wire
ends fit into the pre-drilled holes and slots at the LE of the
elevators. When satisfied, roughen the ends of the elevator

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joiner wire with sandpaper and clean them with denatured
alcohol.Mix up a small amount of epoxy and coat the ends of
the joiner wire. Install the elevator halves onto the stab with
CA hinges, being sure that there are even gaps between
the stab tips and elevators on each side. Remove the pins
from the hinges.Adjust the elevators so there is a small gap
between the LE of the elevators and the stab.The gap should
be small, just enough to see light through the gap or to slip
a piece of paper through. Apply six drops of thin CA to the
top and bottom of each hinge without using accelerator.After
the CA glue has hardened, confirm that the elevators are
secure by pulling on them and deflecting them up and down.
Wipe away any excess epoxy with denatured alcohol. The
CA hinges will hold the elevators in place while the epoxy on
the joiner wire cures.
INSTALL THE LANDING GEAR
❏ 1.ApplyCA or epoxyto the outsideof the tailgearbushing
and insert the bushing into the hole into the aft end of the
fuselage by gently tapping it into place until fully seated. Be
sure not to get glue into the hole in the bushing.
❏ 2. Slide the tail gear bracket, tail gear collar and nylon
post onto the tail gear assembly as shown. If necessary,
enlarge the hole in the nylon post for the tail gear guide wire.
Insert a 4-40 set screw into the tail gear collar and tighten
the set screw.
❏ 3. Trim the covering from the hole in the bottom of the
rudder for the nylon post. Temporarily insert the tail gear
assembly into the tail gear bushing and the nylon post into
the hole.If necessary, enlarge the hole in the bushing so the
tail gear assembly rotates freely within it.Center the tail gear
bracket onto the fuselage over the tail gear collar and mark
the location of the mounting holes.
❏ 4. Drill 1/16" [1.6mm] holes at the marks you made.
Thread a #2 x 3/8" [9.5mm] self-tapping screw into each hole
and back it out.Apply a couple drops of thin CA glue to each
hole and allow it to harden.
❏ 5. Apply CA or epoxy to the nylon post and reinstall the
tail gear assembly into the bushing and rudder. Do not glue
the nylon post to the guide wire. The wire must slide freely
through the hole in the post.Gently tap the post in place until
approximately 3/16" [4.8mm] protrudes below the bottom of
the rudder. Attach the tail gear bracket using two #2 x 3/8"
[9.5mm] self-tapping screws.

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❏ 6.Install the tail wheel onto the wire and secure it in place
with a nylon retainer. Confirm that the tail wheel rotates
freely. Oil the axle and adjust the position of the retainer if
necessary.A drop of CA on the retainer will ensure that it will
not come loose from the wire.
❏ 7. Secure the main
axles to the landing
gear legs using the
5mm nylon lock nuts.
❏ 8. Slide a 5/32" [4mm] plastic spacer onto each axle
followed by a 2-1/2" [64mm] wheel and then a 5/32" [4mm]
wheel collar. Mark the location of the threaded holes in the
wheel collars onto the axles.Use a file or rotary tool such as
a Dremel to grind flat spots at the marks on the axles.
❏ 9. Reinstall the spacers, wheel collars and wheels onto
the axles. Thread a 6-32 set screw into each wheel collar
and tighten the screws against the flat spots on the axles.Be
sure that the wheel rotates freely on the axle. Oil the axles
if necessary.
❏ 10. Attach the wheel pants to the landing gear legs using
four2-56x3/8"[9.5mm]machinescrews,four#2flatwashers,
four #2 lock washers, and thread locking compound.
❏ 11. Attach the landing gear legs to the fuselage using six
4-40 x 1/2" [13mm] machine screws, six #4 flat washers, six
#4 lock washers, and thread locking compound.
INSTALL THE TAIL SERVOS
AND PUSHRODS
The tail servos can be installed in either the forward or aft
position for balancing purposes. If using the recommended
equipment, you will want to install the servos in the forward
position. If you plan to use a motor and/or battery that is
heavierthanour recommended setup,youmaywish toinstall
the tail servos in the aft position to minimize or eliminate any
additional tail ballast that would be needed to balance the
plane at our recommended C.G. For aft servo installation
directions, look ahead to the end of this section.

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❏ 1. Install the elevator servo on the far right side of the tail
servo mounting rails using the screws that come in the servo
hardware bag and two fiberglass plates.Be sure to reinforce
the screw holes in the rails with thin CA.
❏ 2. Cut three arms from a four-armed servo arm. Enlarge
the middle hole of the remaining arm with a 5/64" [2mm] drill
bit. Center the servo with your radio system and install the
servo arm onto the servo perpendicular to the servo case
as shown, with the arm pointing toward the center of the
fuselage. Be sure to reinstall the servo arm screw into the
servo (use thread locking compound if the servo has a metal
output spline).
❏ 3.Trim the covering from the elevator pushrod exit slot on
the left side of the fuselage.
❏ 4.Temporarily insert the 31-1/2" [800mm] pushrod into the
exit slot and use the position of the pushrod in the tube as
shown to attach a control horn to the underside of the left
elevator half using two #2 x 1/2" [13mm] self-tapping screws.
❏ 5. Thread a clevis 20 complete turns onto the 31-1/2"
[800mm] pushrod and slide a silicone clevis retainer over

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the end of it.Insert the pushrod into the elevator exit slot and
attach the clevis to the outer hole of the elevator control horn.
With the elevators in the neutral position and the elevator
servo centered, mark the pushrod where it crosses the
middle hole of the elevator servo arm. Remove the pushrod,
make a 90 degree bend at your mark, cut off of the excess
pushrod 1/4" [6mm] beyond the bend and attach the pushrod
to the servo arm using a FasLink pushrod connector.
❏ 6. Install the rudder servo in the center of the servo
mounting rails with the servo spline facing the front of
the plane.
❏ 7. Cut two arms from a four-armed servo arm, leaving
two arms opposite each other in place.Center the servo and
install the servo arm perpendicular to the servo case.
❏ 8. Trim the covering from the rudder pull-pull cable exit
slots on each side of the fuselage.The slots may be difficult
to find underneath the covering. Measure down 1-3/16"
[30mm] from the underside of the stab in the location shown
for the position of the slots.
❏ 9.Cut the provided pull-pull string accurately in half.Apply
a drop of thin CA to each 1/4" [6mm] end of both pieces
of string. Allow the CA to harden and use a sharp hobby
knife to trim away the frayed ends of the strings. Feed one
end of each string through a brass threaded coupler.Slide a
swage (crimp) onto each string and loop the end that you put
through the threaded coupler back through the swage. Slide
the swage to the base of the threaded coupler and use a pair
of large pliers to crimp the swage onto the string. Confirm
that the string is adequately secure in the swage.
❏ 10. Thread a 4-40 nut with threadlocking compound
onto the threaded couplers.Thread a 4-40 threaded metal
clevis after each nut. Slide a silicone clevis retainer over
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❏ 11. Attach the clevises to the outer holes in the rudder
servo arm. Feed the pull-pull strings through the pull-pull
tubes and out the exit slots.
❏ 12. Drill a 5/64" [2mm] diameter hole 1-7/8" [48mm]
from the bottom of the rudder and 3/8" [9.5mm] aft of the
rudder hinge line as shown. Be sure that you drill the hole
perpendicular through the rudder. To ensure accuracy, you
may want to mark the location of the hole on each side of the
rudderandpartlydrillthroughtherudderfromeachside,then
connect the two holes by drilling through the entire thickness
of the rudder. Apply a few drops of thin CA to the hole to
harden the surrounding wood.When the CA has hardened,
insert the 2" [51mm] threaded control rod through the hole
and center its position.Tighten a 2mm flat washer and 2mm
nut with threadlocking compound on each side of the rod as
shown. Finish the rudder control rod by threading a nylon
control rod horn onto each end of the control rod.
❏ 13.Thread a 4-40 nut with thread locking compound onto
each of the remaining threaded couplers. Thread a metal
clevis 4 to 5 complete turns only onto each coupler and
a silicone clevis retainer on each clevis. Slide a swage onto
each aft end of the pull-pull strings. Feed the string ends
through the holes in the coupler and back through the
swages but do not crimp the swages yet. Confirm that the
rudder servo is centered and the rudder is in the neutral
position.Connect the clevises to the control rod horns.Draw
each pull-pull string tight, slide the swage to the base of the
couplerand crimp itonto thestrings.Cutoffthe excessstring.
It is likely that there is still some slack in the pull-pull strings.
For precise rudder control, the strings must be equally tight
on both sides. Disconnect the clevises from the control rod
horns and thread the clevises farther onto the couplers.
Reconnect the clevises to the control rod horns and confirm
that all the slack is out of the strings. Repeat this process
on the servo side of the strings if necessary.When satisfied
that the rudder is in the neutral position when the servo is
centered and the strings are equally taut on both sides, slide
the silicone clevis retainers to the ends of the clevises and
tighten the 4-40 nuts against the bases of the clevises.Test
the operation of the rudder using your radio system.

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Aft Tail Servo Installation
A 24" [610mm] servo extension will be needed for the rudder
and elevator servos. Installation is the same as the aileron
pushrods.Use the photos and text below as a general guide
for the location of the servos and control horns.Refer back to
the aileron pushrod installation for pushrod details.
❏ 1.Trim the covering from the aft rudder servo bay from the
right side of the fuselage. Be sure that you trim the covering
from the correct opening.There is an upper and lower servo
bay on both sides of the fuse.The lower bay on the right side
is for the rudder servo and the upper bay on the left side of
the fuse is for the elevator servo.
❏ 2. Install the rudder servo in the orientation shown. Just
like you did with the ailerons, create and connect a pushrod
to the rudder using one of the remaining 5" [127mm]
pushrods, nylon clevis, silicone clevis retainer, control horn,
FasLink pushrod connector, and two #2 x 1/2" [13mm] self-
tapping screws.
❏ 3. Install the elevator servo and pushrod in the same
manner. Note that the elevator servo spline is toward the
front of the plane.
MOTOR INSTALLATION
Be sure to read and understand the instructions that come
with the ESC and motor before attempting to operate the
system. Also read the lithium battery handling and usage
warning on page 23 of this manual.
Ifyouareinstallingamotor other than what is recommended,
you may need to change the location of the motor mounting
holes on the mounting box.
❏ 1. If your motor came with the aluminum “X” shape motor
mount pre-installed, remove it and reinstall it using thread
locking compound.If you haven’t done so yet, install the prop
adapter to the motor case with the hardware included with
the motor and thread locking compound. Install the motor
onto the motor mounting box using four 6-32 x 1/2" [13mm]
machine screws, four #6 flat washers, four #6 lock washers
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❏ 2. Apply a thin coating of epoxy down the center of the
battery tray, behind the wing tube and to the underside of the
motor mounting box.The epoxy will improve the adhesion of
double-sided tape and self-adhesive hook and loop material.
Allow the epoxy to cure undisturbed.
❏ 3. Connect a 6" [152mm] servo extension to the ESC.
Attach the ESC to the underside of the motor mounting box
with a piece of double-sided foam tape (not included). We
used a tie-strap to secure the motor leads safely out of the
way of the motor.
❏ 4. Cut strips of self-adhesive from the hook side of
a package of self-adhesive hook and loop material (not
included) and apply them down the length of the battery tray
as shown.The loop side should be applied to the underside
of your battery pack.
❏ 5. Make a strap from the included non-adhesive hook
and loop material by overlapping the mating ends by
approximately 1" [25mm]. The strap is used to hold the
battery onto the battery tray.Test fit the battery onto the tray
and loop the strap underneath the tray, over the battery pack
and draw it tight.After following the balancing procedure, you
will know exactly where the battery will need to be placed on
the battery tray. It is suggested to make a mark on the tray
when you determine that location.Now would also be a good
time to confirm that the motor will rotate the correct direction
by temporarily powering up the motor using the ESC and
your radio system (do not install a propeller yet!). If the
motor rotates the wrong direction (it should rotate counter-
clockwise when viewing it from the front), disconnect any two
of the three motor leads and swap their position.

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FINISH THE MODEL
❏ 1. In order to minimize the number of servo extensions
needed, the most suitable place to install the receiver is
just behind the wing tube. Connect the ESC and servos to
your receiver and use a piece of double-sided foam tape to
secure the receiver in place. If you are installing a standard
FM or PCM receiver, extend the receiver antenna and route
it out the cool air exit hole on the underside of the fuselage.
The antenna can simply be taped down the length of the
bottom of the fuse. If you are installing a 2.4GHz receiver
as shown, tape the antennas to the side of the fuselage 90
degrees in relation to each other (see your radio system
manual for details).
❏ 2.The cowl does not require any work to install.The pre-
glued cowl ring and magnets are properly positioned inside
the cowl for the correct fit. Simply set the cowl in place onto
the firewall. All the necessary cooling holes have been pre-
cut as well.Two small pieces of clear tape will assure that the
cowl will not shift in flight.
❏ 3. If you have installed the recommended motor, you will
need to drill or ream the propeller and spinner backplate to
5/16" [7.9mm]. Install the spinner backplate onto the prop
adapter followed by the prop, prop washer, and prop nut.
Install the spinner cone using the included screws.
❏ 4. Finish the assembly by fitting the canopy hatch in
place. It is held on magnetically so batteries can be quickly
changed without the use of screws.
Apply the decals
1.Use scissors or a sharp hobby knife to cut the decals from
the sheet.
2.Becertain themodelis clean and freefromoily fingerprints
and dust. Prepare a dishpan or small bucket with a mixture
of liquid dish soap and warm water—about one teaspoon of
soap per gallon of water.Submerse the decal in the soap and
water and peel off the paper backing.Note: Even though the
decals have a “sticky-back” and are not the water transfer
type, submersing them in soap & water allows accurate
positioning and reduces air bubbles underneath.
3.Positiondecalonthemodelwheredesired.Holdingthedecal
down, use a paper towel to wipe most of the water away.
4.Use a piece of soft balsa or something similar to squeegee
remaining water from under the decal. Apply the rest of the
decals the same way.

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GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY
Install and Operate the Motor Battery
(Brushless Only)
IMPORTANT: If using multiple battery packs that are
connected with an adapter, never charge the batteries together
throughtheadapter.Alwayschargeeachbatterypackseparately.
Charge the batteries, then read the following precautions on
how to connect multiple packs for flying the model:
BATTERY PRECAUTIONS: There are two ways to connect
multiple battery packs: In Series and in Parallel.
OKAY
❏ 1. Connecting batteries in “Series” means to connect
the +’s to the –’s and the –’s to the +’s. This combines the
batteries’Voltages, but the capacity remains the same.
OKAY
These are three 11.1V, 3200mAh batteries.When joined
in Series, the result will be a 33.3V, 3200mAh battery.
❏ 2. Connecting batteries in “Parallel” means to connect
the +’s to the +’s and the - ’s to the - ’s. This combines the
batteries’ capacities, but theVoltage remains the same.
NO!!!
NEVER connect battery packs with different Voltages in
Parallel–only combine in Series. Otherwise, the batteries
will try to “equalize”with the larger one trying to “charge” the
smaller one, thus causing heat and likely a fire.
NO!!!
Also NEVER connect battery packs with different capacities
in Series or in Parallel.
NO!!!
Check the Control Directions
❏ 1.Turnonthetransmitter,plugthebatteryintotheESCand
center the trims. Stay clear of the propeller! If necessary,
remove the servo arms from the servos and reposition them
so they are centered. Reinstall the screws that hold on the
servo arms.
❏ 2. With the transmitter and receiver still on, check
all the control surfaces to see if they are centered. If
necessary, adjust the clevises on the pushrods to center
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FULL
THROTTLE
RUDDER
MOVES
RIGHT
ELEVATOR
MOVES DOWN
RIGHT AILERON
MOVES UP
LEFT AILERON
MOVES DOWN
4-CHANNEL RADIO SETUP
(STANDARD MODE 2)
❏ 3. Make certain that the control surfaces and the throttle
respond in the correct direction as shown in the diagram.
If any of the controls respond in the wrong direction, use
the servo reversing in the transmitter to reverse the servos
connected to those controls. Be certain the control surfaces
have remained centered.Adjust if necessary.
Set the Control Throws
Measure and set the low rate elevator throws and the high
and low rate throws for the rest of the control surfaces the
same way.
Use a Great Planes AccuThrow (or a ruler) to accurately
measure and set the control throw of each control surface
as indicated in the chart that follows. If your radio does not
have dual rates, we recommend setting the throws at the
low rate setting.
NOTE: The throws are measured at the widest part of the
elevators, rudder and ailerons.
These are the recommended control surface throws:
ELEVATOR
HIGH RATE LOW RATE
3/8"
[9.5mm]
7 deg
Up
3/8"
[9.5mm]
7 deg
Down
1/4"
[6mm]
5 deg
Up
1/4"
[6mm]
5 deg
Down
RUDDER 2"
[51mm]
24 deg
Right
2"
[51mm]
24 deg
Left
1"
[25mm]
12 deg
Right
1"
[25mm]
12 deg
Left
AILERONS 3/4"
[19mm]
15 deg
Up
3/4"
[19mm]
15 deg
Down
1/2"
[13mm]
11 deg
Up
1/2"
[13mm]
11 deg
Down
IMPORTANT: The Sequence ARF has been extensively
flown and tested to arrive at the throws at which it flies
best. Flying your model at these throws will provide you
with the greatest chance for successful first flights.If, after
you have become accustomed to the way the Sequence
flies, you would like to change the throws to suit your taste,
that is fine. However, too much control throw could make
the model difficult to control, so remember, “more is not
always better.”
Balance the Model (C.G.)
More than any other factor, the C.G. (balance point) can
have the greatest effect on how a model flies, and may
determine whether or not your first flight will be successful.
If you value this model and wish to enjoy it for many flights,
DO NOT OVERLOOK THIS IMPORTANT PROCEDURE.
A model that is not properly balanced will be unstable and
possibly unflyable.
At this stage the model should be in ready-to-fly condition
with all of the systems in place including the engine or
brushless motor, landing gear, and the radio system (and
battery pack if applicable).
❏ 1.Use a felt-tip pen or 1/8" [3mm]-wide tape to accurately
mark the C.G. on the top of the wing on both sides of the
fuselage.The C.G. is located 4-7/8" [124mm] back from the
leading edge of the wing.