PLANEPRINT ASK14 User guide

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NOTE: Slicing only

works with CURA!

You can fi nd the STL data
at www.planeprint.com

PRINTING & ASSEMBLING MANUAL

PRINTING THE PARTS – PRINTING PROFILES

You may wonder why this 3D model is suitable exclusively for CURA right?

The most important thing about small RC model airplanes is always the ratio of size to weight.
The lighter a model is, the better its flight characteristics and also the flight time is significantly
increased.

With our unique design process, we manage to make Weights relevant items in a true 1-wall prin-

ting process for the outer skin but also for the filling offer. So we save weight while maintaining the

necessary stability.

Here we show you how to get started from a standard CURA profile Make settings. For this model
we only need 4, easy to create profiles.

It is absolutely necessary to observe the information provided by PLANEPRINT.com in order:
to slice the component correctly. However, it may make sense to perfect your 3D printing by
additionally performing several hiring activities depending on your printer and the filament used.

For slicing all Planeprint

models, four profiles have

to be created in Cura:

PROFILE P1_fullbody

PROFILE P2_hollowbody

PROFILE P3_surface

PROFILE P4_flex

You can find the description at

www.planeprint.com/print

IMPORTANT FOR

THE 1-WALL-PRINT!

In order to print airfoils of the lowest possi­ble weight with high stability, it is necessa­ry to print with only one wall line (Nozzle 0.4
mm). Decisive here is the adhesion between
the layers! To achieve this, you must print at
a much higher temperature than normal. As
a guideline, 230 ° C is a good starting point.
The parts-cooling fan should be set to 0% or
a maximum of 20%. Since not every printer
works the same, it may be necessary to make
small adjustments to these settings.

The development of a complex, airworthy RC flight model to express on any standard 3D printer is
a very complex and extensive process. Therefore, we appeal to your fairness not to forward the STL
data you have acquired to third parties. Our STL files are provided with indelible copyright water­marks that can be verified at any time.

Thank you for your understanding and have fun with your PLANEPRINT MODEL!

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PROFILE P1_FULLBODY

The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P1_FULLBODY.

Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!

ask_Gear_profile1.stl

MATERIAL PLA, Weight: ~ 17 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

• Wall Line Count 10

ask_Interconnects_profile1.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 2 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

We recommend transparent PLA, so you
can not see them against the light.

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PROFILE P1_FULLBODY

The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P1_FULLBODY.

Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!

ask_Motormount_33mm_profile1.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 5 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

ask_Parts 1_profile1.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 5 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

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PROFILE P1_FULLBODY

The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P1_FULLBODY.

Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!

ask_Parts 2_profile1.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 5 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

ask_Servocover-xxx_profile1.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 3 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

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PROFILE P1_FULLBODY

The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P1_FULLBODY.

Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!

ask_Servoframe-ES08orHS-55_
profile1.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 3 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

ask_Spinner-plate_profile1.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 2 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

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PROFILE P2_HOLLOWBODY

The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P2_HOLLOWBODY.

Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!

ask_Cowling 2_Profile2.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 9 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

• Bottom Layers: 1

• Top Layers: 3

• Adaptive Layers: checked

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PROFILE P3_SURFACE

The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P3_SURFACE (1-wall-print).

Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!

PLEASE NOTE In profile P3_SURFACE, there should not be more than one STL on the buildplate at the same

time, otherwise slicing errors can occur! Depending on your printer, a brim may not be required.

ask_Aileron-xxx_profile3.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 23 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

ask_Canopy_profile3.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 30 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

If necessary, reduce the nozzle temperature
slightly for the last layers.

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PROFILE P3_SURFACE

The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P3_SURFACE (1-wall-print).

Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!

PLEASE NOTE In profile P3_SURFACE, there should not be more than one STL on the buildplate at the same

time, otherwise slicing errors can occur! Depending on your printer, a brim may not be required.

ask_Cowling 1_Profile3.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 25 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

ask_Elevator-xxx_profile3.stl

MATERIAL

PLA or better LW-PLA, ~ 38 g (PLA)

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

If you print with LW-PLA (Colorfabb), you need
to increase the temperature and decrease the
flow. We print at 250° and 60% flow).

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PROFILE P3_SURFACE

The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P3_SURFACE (1-wall-print).

Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!

PLEASE NOTE In profile P3_SURFACE, there should not be more than one STL on the buildplate at the same

time, otherwise slicing errors can occur! Depending on your printer, a brim may not be required.

ask_Fuselage 1_profile3.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 92 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

ask_Fuselage 2_profile3.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 81 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

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PROFILE P3_SURFACE

The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P3_SURFACE (1-wall-print).

Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!

PLEASE NOTE In profile P3_SURFACE, there should not be more than one STL on the buildplate at the same

time, otherwise slicing errors can occur! Depending on your printer, a brim may not be required.

ask_Fuselage 3_profile3.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 49 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

ask_Fuselage 4_profile3.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 29 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

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PROFILE P3_SURFACE

The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P3_SURFACE (1-wall-print).

Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!

PLEASE NOTE In profile P3_SURFACE, there should not be more than one STL on the buildplate at the same

time, otherwise slicing errors can occur! Depending on your printer, a brim may not be required.

ask_Fuselage 5_profile3.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 29 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

ask_Rudder 1_profile3.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 14 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

If necessary, reduce the nozzle temperature
slightly for the last layers.

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PROFILE P3_SURFACE

The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P3_SURFACE (1-wall-print).

Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!

PLEASE NOTE In profile P3_SURFACE, there should not be more than one STL on the buildplate at the same

time, otherwise slicing errors can occur! Depending on your printer, a brim may not be required.

ask_Rudder 2_profile3.stl

MATERIAL

PLA or better LW-PLA, ~ 36 g (PLA)

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

If you print with LW-PLA (Colorfabb), you need
to increase the temperature and decrease the
flow. We print at 250° and 60% flow).

ask_Spinner_profile3.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 4 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

If necessary, reduce the nozzle tempera­ture slightly for the last layers.

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PROFILE P3_SURFACE

The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P3_SURFACE (1-wall-print).

Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!

PLEASE NOTE In profile P3_SURFACE, there should not be more than one STL on the buildplate at the same

time, otherwise slicing errors can occur! Depending on your printer, a brim may not be required.

ask_Spoiler-left/right_profile3.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 9 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

ask_Wing 1-left/right_profile3.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 71 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

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PROFILE P3_SURFACE

The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P3_SURFACE (1-wall-print).

Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!

PLEASE NOTE In profile P3_SURFACE, there should not be more than one STL on the buildplate at the same

time, otherwise slicing errors can occur! Depending on your printer, a brim may not be required.

ask_Wing 2-left/right_profile3.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 59 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

ask_Wing 3-left/right_profile3.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 52 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

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PROFILE P3_SURFACE

The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P3_SURFACE (1-wall-print).

Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!

PLEASE NOTE In profile P3_SURFACE, there should not be more than one STL on the buildplate at the same

time, otherwise slicing errors can occur! Depending on your printer, a brim may not be required.

ask_Wing 4-left/right_profile3.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 38 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

ask_Wings 5_profile3.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 51 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

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PROFILE P3_SURFACE

The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P3_SURFACE (1-wall-print).

Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!

PLEASE NOTE In profile P3_SURFACE, there should not be more than one STL on the buildplate at the same

time, otherwise slicing errors can occur! Depending on your printer, a brim may not be required.

ask_Wings 6_profile3.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 36 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

ask_Wingtips_profile3.stl

MATERIAL PLA, ~ 13 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

None required

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PROFILE P4_FLEX

The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P4_FLEX.

Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!

ask_Parts-flex_profile4.stl

MATERIAL TPU ~ A95, Weight: ~ 12 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

• Wall Line Count: 10

• Infill Density: 100 %

INFO Tension belt lenght

In the folder Individual parts you will find
the tension belts also as a single file. If you
want to change them slightly in length, you
can simply change the dimension of the
X-axis in Cura (Uniform scaling must NOT
be selected).

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PROFILE P4_FLEX

The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P4_FLEX.

Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!

ask_Wheel_profile4.stl

MATERIAL

TPU ~ A95 or better Colorfabb VarioShore,
Weight: ~ 15 g

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS

• Wall Line Count: 3

• Bottom Layers: 3

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REQUIRED ACCESSOIRES

Filament

normal PLA about 1000 grams
LW-PLA about 200 grams(optional to save weight)
TPU about 200 grams

Materials

• some tapping screws Ø2*8 mm

(simply search for: M2 flat head tapping screw assortment)

• CA super glue (liquid and liquid medium)

• CA activator

• Servo extension cable

• Carbon tube Ø8*1000mm, 2 pieces

• Carbon rod Ø4*1000mm, 1 piece

• Carbon rod Ø1,2*1000mm, 2 pieces

• Carbon rod Ø3mm, small pieces

• Neodym-Super-Magnet 5*5*5mm, 2 pieces

• Rod connection, 5 pieces

• Steel wire Ø3*75mm

Tools

• Cutter knife

• small Philips screwdriver

• Drill Ø2,5mm, Ø1,5mm

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RC Components

ENGINE AXI 2814/12 V2 (or a comparable)

PROP 9x4

BEC-CONTROLLER 40-50 A (must fi t the engine!)

RECEIVER 7 or better 8 Channel

BATTERY 3S Lipo, about 2.400-3000 MaH

SERVOS Hitec HS-40 (or a comparable), 4 pieces and EMAX ES08(A or D), 2 pieces

SERVOLESS RETRACTION GEAR size small (32*25mm) – you only need one of them

Pay attention to the position
of the motor shaft

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ASSEMBLING MANUAL

Basic information

Gluing the parts

To glue the fuselage and wing parts well, use medium-liquid CA adhesive.

First check whether the parts go well together. Then apply a lot of CA glue to the part with the connections
and all surfaces that will touch later (except the bowden tubes). Put the parts together and align the parts per­fectly. If glue comes out, wipe with a cloth. Then spray activator spray on the glue points.

IMPORTANT For a strong connection, the adhesive surfaces should be sanded. Please only use fresh CA

glue and activator spray for curing! The adhesive connections must hold perfectly!

Connection pieces

This surfaces should be sanded

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Basic information

Installation of the TPU hinges

First insert the hinge into the movable flap and add a drop of liquid CA adhesive into the gap.
Wait for the glue to drain completely, then spray the activator on it.

Then put the flap in the wing until the flap touches the spacers and put a drop of CA glue on the hinge.
Wait again for the glue to run in, and then spray the activator on it.

Do not use too much glue, the flap must move easily!

These spacers ensure the correct
gap distance. Don´t remove!

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Fuselage assembly

Instructions see at basic information

STL ask_Interconnects_profi le1.stl

medium l.

medium l.

Remove support

medium l.

medium l.

Canopy assembly

medium l.

Cut off. Please

be careful with
the cutter knife!

Neodym Super
Magnets 5x5x5 mm

ask_Interconnects_profi le1.stl

Magnetic clasp canopy:

Put two pieces of adhesive tape together with the adhesive side facing outwards, put two neodymium magnets
on them. add some CA glue to the magnetic holders in the fuselage and canopy. then stick the canopy to the
fuselage and let the glue harden. The adhesive tape ensures that the wing and fuselage can be separated again.

IMPORTANT The magnets must touch so that they achieve the maximum force!

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Wings assembly

120mm/4.7inches

ask_Wing 1-left_
profi le3.stl

ask_Wing 2-left_profi le3.stl

ask_Wing 3-left_profi le3.stl

ask_Wings 6_profi le3.stl

ask_Wingtips_profi le3.stl

ask_Wing 4-left_profi le3.stl

Hinges (ask_Parts-fl ex_profi le4.stl)

ask_Wings 5_profi le3.stl

ask_Interconnects_profi le1.stl

ask_Aileron-left_profi le3.stl

Carbon rod or
srew Ø3mm

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Wing fastening

Screw the TPU tensioners into the wings,
attach the wings to the fuselage and clip
the tensioners into the frame.

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Tailplane assembly

Mount the linkage for the elevator. Slide the 1.2mm carbon rod into the lower bowden in the fuselage and
insert the Ø4mm carbon rods into the linkage.

Glue the elevator, remove the support with the cutter knife and glue the long carbon rod in one elevator and
drill a hole in the carbon rod from the bottom of the other elevator. Fix it with a screw.

IMPORTANT Make sure that the elevator can be moved very easily!

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Carbon rod Ø4mm

156mm/6.1inches
and 75mm/2.95inches

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Rudder assembly

Carbon rod Ø1.2mm

ask_Parts 2_profi le1.stl

Glue the rudder parts together and remove the support with
the cutter knife. Insert the three linkages into the rudder and
push a piece of carbon rod Ø1.2mm from the top into the rud­der. apply a little glue to the three slots in the fuselage and in­sert the rudder. Make sure that no glue gets into the linkage!

Remove the rudder again and glue the three linkages in the
fuselage. Then reassemble the rudder, cut off the carbon rod at
the top and fi x it with a small dot of glue.

Finally, connect the pinhorn with a carbon rod Ø1.2mm, insert
it into the Bowden and glue the pinhorn to the rudder as
shown in the picture.

ask_Interconnects_profi le1.stl

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Retractable gear assambly

File a Ø3mm steel wire as described in the picture.

IMPORTANT Make sure that the notches are exactly at right angles to each other!

3mm

4mm

21mm

both sides

Steel wire Ø3*75mm

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For sufficient suspension take as many
rubber bands as necessary. Cross the bands
and make sure that the tension is even. It
is best to alternate between left and right.

Round the edges a little so that the rubber
bands do not tear.

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Motor mounting

SAFETY FIRST Use appropriate screws for motor moun-

ting to ensure safe operation! Make sure the prop runs
smoothly and does not generate vibrations. Check regu-

larly that the motor mounting is absolutely tight!

Select the appropriate motor mount ring for your motor.

ask_Motormount_XXX_profi le1

ask_Cowling 2_Profi le2.stl

ask_Cowling 1_Profi le2.stl

Here is space for lead
to correct the CG.

ask_Spinner-plate_profi le1.stl

ask_Spinner_profi le3.stl

Servo aileron

Select a suitable servocover from the data
set and mount it as shown in the picture.

ask_Servocover-XXX_profi le1.stl

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Spoiler assembly

ask_Spoiler-left_profi le3.stl

ask_Spoiler-left_profi le3.stl

Carbon rod Ø1.2*70mm

Carbon rod Ø1.2*70mm

Glue the spoiler parts, screw the servo arms
together as shown in the picture below (make
sure they stay slightly movable, if not drill out
a little). Cut two carbon rods to 70mm length
and mount the spoiler in the wing.

Screw the lever to the spoiler and tape the
servo in place with double sided tape.

attention to the position (picture)!

ask_Parts 1_profi le1.stl

Remove the support to
expose the cable channel.

ask_Wing 2-left_profi le3.stl

Pay

ask_Wing 3-left_profi le3.stl

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RC components

Attach the Controller, receiver and battery with self-adhesive Velcro.

Battery

Receiver

Servos for elevator
and rudder

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SETTINGS FOR FLYING

After installing the electronics and setting up the transmitter, check that the control surfaces are aligned cor­rectly. Set the transmitter trim to zero. Align all rudders to zero position. Change the position of the moving
parts by changing the length of the linkage from the servo arm to the control horn. In-flight adjustments can be
made later with the trim.

Setting the servo travel

AILERON up: 12 mm, down: 7 mm

ELEVATOR (measured inside back) up: 15 mm, down: 15 mm – Attention, the elevator has a great effect!

RUDDER both sides: 40 mm

(These are only approximate figures, as the Notos is aimed at experienced pilots.)

Expo setting

AILERON 0 %

ELEVATOR 40 %

RUDDER 30 %

(for some remote controls a minus
has to be in front of the number)

Center of Gravity (CG)

The aircraft must balance precisely 57,4 mm/2.26 inches behind the leading edge (see markings on the

fuselage). For the first flight we recommend to move the center of gravity about 5 mm/0.2 inches further forward.

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Flight timer

Flight time will vary depending on the battery size. Expect 5 minutes under normal circumstances; however, it
may be possible to fly for much longer. It is a good idea to be conservative with the flight timer until you gain
experience with your airplane.

Motor brake

Since a propeller turning in gliding flight generates more air resistance,
the motor brake should be activated (see operating instructions of the controller).

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

WINGSPAN 2500 mm/99 inches

LENGHT 1152 mm/45.3 inches

FLIGHT WEIGHT 1700 grams (elevator and rudder from LW-PLA)

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AGE RECOMMENDATION 14+

NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 14 YEARS.
THIS IS NOT A TOY!

By using the download data, an RC model airplane, called
„model“ for short, can be manufactured using a 3D printer.
As a user of this model, only you are responsible for safe
operation that does not endanger you or others, or that
does not damage the model or property of others.

PLANEPRINT.com assumes no responsibility for damage to
persons and property caused by pressure, transport or use
of the product. Filaments, printing supplies, hardware or
consumables that can not be used after faulty 3D printing
will not be replaced by PLANEPRINT.com in any way.

When operating, always keep a safe distance from your
model in all directions to avoid collisions and injuries.

This model is controlled by a radio signal. Radio signals can
be disturbed from outside without being able to influence
it. Interference can lead to a temporary loss of control.

Always operate your model on open terrains, far from cars,
traffic and people.

Always follow the instructions and warnings for this product
and any optional accessories (servos, receivers, motors,
propellers, chargers, rechargeable batteries, etc.) carefully.

Avoid water contact with all components that are not spe­cially designed and protected. Moisture damages the elec­tronics.

Never take an item of the model or accessory in your mouth
as this can lead to severe injuries or even death.

Never operate your model with low batteries in the trans­mitter or model.

Always keep the model in view and under control.
Use only fully charged batteries.

Always keep the transmitter switched on when the model
is switched on.

Always remove the battery before disassembling the model.

Keep moving parts clean and dry at all times.

Always allow the parts to cool before touching them.

Always remove the battery after use.

Make sure that the Failsafe is properly set before the flight.

Keep all chemicals, small parts and electrical components
out of the reach of children.

We develop our models to the best of our knowledge and belief.

We accept no liability for consequential damage and injuries

caused by improper use. Please be careful when handling

motors, batteries and propellers and only move your model with

insurance and in approved places!

Never operate the model with damaged wiring.

Never touch moving parts.

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