ORIGINAL: NorfolkSouthern
ORIGINAL: 191557
Here ya go. This is what one prop seller prints.
Do not operate any propeller until you have thoroughly read and understood the following instructions and warnings!
A rotating propeller has the potential to be very dangerous and can cause personal injury. It is the responsibility of the user to be aware of this fact and to operate it with extreme care, common sense, and good practices. Inspect the prop before each use for any signs of damage or irregularity. Remove and replace any damaged or irregular prop. Do not attempt to repair it. Be sure that it is balanced and mounted properly. Check the prop bolts often for proper security. Do not allow a spinner to rub against the prop. Do not hand start your engine. Always remain clear of the rotating prop blades. Never reach toward a spinning prop or allow anything or anyone to come near it while in operation. Keep people behind the plane of the prop. Do not run the engine at high RPM in the proximity of personnel or property. Always operate over a firm surface. Never attempt to stop the engine by throwing any object into the propeller.
Here's your sign.
Yea, I read that statement too. It still doesn't make the arc of the prop any more visible, and sometimes the operator has to get close to it. I will concede that most modelers have enough common sense to respect it, and that they also understand the risk. To each his own I guess, and there are alternatives available to me, so I don't have to purchase the brand fortunately. Call me what you will, but I don't have to like that brand even if everybody else says I'm supposed to. Also, I really don't have to spend my money on this hobby if I no longer wish to be involved with it. I can just as easily, and probably more cheaply, rent a Cessna 150 and an instructor. Which is exactly what I plan to do when APC completely takes over the market (but not until then, as I can still purchase Master Airscrew, Zinger, and Top Flite wooden). I bet I can derive at least as much, if not more satisfaction out of full-scale than R/C.
NorfolkSouthern
Well since we have already strayed off subject a little, I was wondering who is telling you that your supposed to like APC props? I personally choose props based on the intended aplication. I spin an APC 12x4 on an Ultmate Bipe w/OS 50 SX and a Zinger 12x4 on a Sig Somth'n Extra w/ OS 46 FX just due to weight, I also use a MAS 12x6 on a Piper Cub with an OS .60 FP and when spinning none is more or less visable and the difference in the damage any would do would be negledgable. They would all hurt. So I just don't understand your venomous hatered towards APC. Could you/would you explain? Explain how a single prop manufacturer would actually drive you away from the hobby should they manage to take over the industry (unlikely).