Welcome to the RCU forums, Sandman.

That propeller is dangerous, more when you are not familiar with little engines.

Is it possible to find experienced local help for your first steps?

Stay behind the arc of the propeller and avoid starting at full rpms.

Always retain the plane with something more than your hands.

Try reversing that channel in your transmitter first.

Read this:

http://www.gettingairborne.com/engines.html

Best luck!