DB Mathews ~UWLI7 27cL7 ZtZILIIJ miebE PREVIOUS NEWCOMER Issue columns have directed philosophical comments toward structured portions hobby toward recruitment newcomers intent welcome new modelers offer something experienced modeler can pass increase newcomers long-term enjoyment hobbythe cardinal rule operating engine-powered model airplanes get body parts entangled spinning propellers people have seen modelers newcomers experts alike get chewed up props anyone common sense can recognize potential injury rotating propeller blade noise heat exhaust smoke propwash blowing away warnings printed blade advising users propellers can cause harm seem supeffluous Whether model aircraft propellers 5 x 4 26 x 8 potentially dangerous Protocol In common medical usage protocol deliberate well-considered plan action repeated precisely given situation Experienced modelers should try develop engine operation protocol pass along newcomer involves following three steps potential hazards must assessed plan action best avoid hazards must developed plan must executed intelligently Throughout years Safety Comes First column has reported terrible injuries hands arms other extremities have become almost boring victims dont find such carnage routine Modelers have hobby length time have probably witnessed some really painfullooking injuries have probably few encounters spinning props themselves modelers obligation relate some horror stories newcomer trendy painted propeller tips remote needle valves may induce false sense security may actually increase danger inexperienced 86 Model Aviation ving glow driver front can lead potentiallyHere better method Remove glow driver rear serious hand arm injuriesThe back side safer sidel accident waiting happen Never reach over safe procedure Remove glow clip adjust around spinning propeller no matter large small needle valve behind avoid arc propeller years Top Flite nylon props white Tornados props yellow small engines have remote needle valves 40 years modelers have injured spite safety features Plan Action people taught junior high woodworking never reach across running table saw blade Isnt reaching up over around behind spinning propeller remove glow clip and/or adjust needle valve dangerous Saws dont move model aircraft dont have statistical data Ill bet least 90% prop injuries result reaching through prop arc Taking unnecessary risks sign bravery masculinity appeals immature intelligent assess propellers potential danger stand magazine up its end place piece paper other side Pick up pencil attempt sign name reaching across magazine Its awkward magazine isnt spinning around nor kneeling ground juggling transmitter hand Tragedy Act little drama has very unhappy ending join cast Power Free Flighters always seem adjust engines rear fly models large engines adjust needles running engines because location carburetor jets make adjustment impossible CL fliers usually have pit man remove plug clip adjust needle behind prop holding model seems prop injuries happen RC Sport fliers design tractor puller propeller such back side safer side actually pushes fingertips away simplified essential protocol should insist NewComers follow start engines front adjust back x112 socket caps sell S435/1 00 S alloy steel $665/i 00 stainless $750/SO aluminum fair prices sensible quantities fas teners need model building call write fax free catalog Micro Fasteners800-892-6917 110 Hillcrest Road908-806-4050 Flemington NJ 08822fax 908788-2607 e-mail microf@blastnetInternet http//microfastenerscom June1997 87
Edition: Model Aviation - 1997/06
Page Numbers: 86, 87
Edition: Model Aviation - 1997/06
Page Numbers: 86, 87
DB Mathews ~UWLI7 27cL7 ZtZILIIJ miebE PREVIOUS NEWCOMER Issue columns have directed philosophical comments toward structured portions hobby toward recruitment newcomers intent welcome new modelers offer something experienced modeler can pass increase newcomers long-term enjoyment hobbythe cardinal rule operating engine-powered model airplanes get body parts entangled spinning propellers people have seen modelers newcomers experts alike get chewed up props anyone common sense can recognize potential injury rotating propeller blade noise heat exhaust smoke propwash blowing away warnings printed blade advising users propellers can cause harm seem supeffluous Whether model aircraft propellers 5 x 4 26 x 8 potentially dangerous Protocol In common medical usage protocol deliberate well-considered plan action repeated precisely given situation Experienced modelers should try develop engine operation protocol pass along newcomer involves following three steps potential hazards must assessed plan action best avoid hazards must developed plan must executed intelligently Throughout years Safety Comes First column has reported terrible injuries hands arms other extremities have become almost boring victims dont find such carnage routine Modelers have hobby length time have probably witnessed some really painfullooking injuries have probably few encounters spinning props themselves modelers obligation relate some horror stories newcomer trendy painted propeller tips remote needle valves may induce false sense security may actually increase danger inexperienced 86 Model Aviation ving glow driver front can lead potentiallyHere better method Remove glow driver rear serious hand arm injuriesThe back side safer sidel accident waiting happen Never reach over safe procedure Remove glow clip adjust around spinning propeller no matter large small needle valve behind avoid arc propeller years Top Flite nylon props white Tornados props yellow small engines have remote needle valves 40 years modelers have injured spite safety features Plan Action people taught junior high woodworking never reach across running table saw blade Isnt reaching up over around behind spinning propeller remove glow clip and/or adjust needle valve dangerous Saws dont move model aircraft dont have statistical data Ill bet least 90% prop injuries result reaching through prop arc Taking unnecessary risks sign bravery masculinity appeals immature intelligent assess propellers potential danger stand magazine up its end place piece paper other side Pick up pencil attempt sign name reaching across magazine Its awkward magazine isnt spinning around nor kneeling ground juggling transmitter hand Tragedy Act little drama has very unhappy ending join cast Power Free Flighters always seem adjust engines rear fly models large engines adjust needles running engines because location carburetor jets make adjustment impossible CL fliers usually have pit man remove plug clip adjust needle behind prop holding model seems prop injuries happen RC Sport fliers design tractor puller propeller such back side safer side actually pushes fingertips away simplified essential protocol should insist NewComers follow start engines front adjust back x112 socket caps sell S435/1 00 S alloy steel $665/i 00 stainless $750/SO aluminum fair prices sensible quantities fas teners need model building call write fax free catalog Micro Fasteners800-892-6917 110 Hillcrest Road908-806-4050 Flemington NJ 08822fax 908788-2607 e-mail microf@blastnetInternet http//microfastenerscom June1997 87
