Hobbico DLE-60, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ... Manual Choke Main Engine 55oz 1 560g Mufflers 2 5 6oz 160g Electronic Ignition 5 6oz 160g Standoffs 1oz 28g Spark Plugs 1oz 28g 87 93 Octane Gasoline with a 30 1 gas 2 stroke 2 cycle oil mixture Displacement Performance Idle speed Ignition Style Recommended Propellers Spark Plug Type Diameter x Stroke Compression Ratio Carburetor Weight Fuel 2014 Hobbico Inc All rights reserved DLEG0060 Mnl v2 0 ...

Page 2: ...s paramount while operating DLE will not be held responsible for any safety issues or accidents involving this engine Operate the engine in a properly ventilated area Before starting the engine please make sure all components including the propeller and the engine mount are secure and tight It is strongly recommended that a screw sealant is used Great PlanesThreadlocker GPMR6060 during engine inst...

Page 3: ...the path of the propeller Do not use silicone fuel line because it will be dissolved by the fuel Use gasoline approved rubber fuel line Always secure the fuel line away from the cylinder head The engine s heat can damage the fuel line Never touch the engine immediately after a run The engine will be hot Before transporting your model remove all the fuel from the fuel tank and fuel lines Always use...

Page 4: ...erformance please use fresh or recently purchased 87 93 octane gasoline with a 30 1 fuel oil mixture Fuel Oil Mixing Chart 1 Gallon Gasoline 128 fl oz 3 78L 2 Cycle Oil 4 26fl oz 125 68ml 30 1 ratio Excessive running of the engine at idle speed can result in carbonized spark plugs Keep the surface of the engine clean to ensure proper heat dissipation Ensure proper cooling ventilation around both c...

Page 5: ... pick up lead coming from the engine cut the excess silicone wire cover and connect the lead to the pick up lead from the Electronic Ignition Module Secure the connection with the included three pin connection securing clips 3 Connect the on off switch lead to the red connector from the Electronic Ignition Module using the lead from the on off switch or with the included three pin connector with p...

Page 6: ... on off switch and the ignition as shown above This is especially important during the starting sequence as it requires the on off switch to be in the ON position before ignition can occur The kill switch LED should be installed on the exterior of the aircraft so that it s visible from the front of the aircraft This is to ensure that the person starting the engine is aware that the ignition is arm...

Page 7: ...l using 4 5x45mm SHCS with 5mm lock washers and flat washers not included with the included standoffs Use threadlocking compound such as Great Planes Pro Threadlocker GPMR6060 on the screws where they thread into the blind nuts 3 Install the fuel tank in the airframe Use only gasoline approved fuel tank and lines and a gasoline safe fuel tank stopper One line should go to the carburetor and the ot...

Page 8: ...LINE SET UP Drain Vent Pressure Relief Line Route to top front of fuel tank interior to prevent siphoning Carb Clunk Lines Fuel Tank Plug Supply Line to Carburetor Fuel fill line This line must be extended to exit the bottom of the aircraft 3 LINE SET UP 4 Install the throttle servo at least 12 305mm away from the engine Make sure that you get the carburetor s full range of rotation with your serv...

Page 9: ... to install a hand operated choke pushrod A simple Z bend can be placed on a 2 56 pushrod and a loop can be added to the end of the rod The rod remains connected to the choke and rests under the cowling It s best to remove the engine from the aircraft to complete the remaining portions of step 6 If you intend on a servo operated choke it s necessary to remove the peened arm and install one of the ...

Page 10: ...e it enters the sensor body 11 Make sure the cowl is secured to the airplane and that the spinner back plate to cowl clearance is at least 1 8 3 2mm When starting the engine for the first time and during break in it s recommended that you run the engine without the cowling Drilling the Propeller The easiest way to drill the propeller to precisely fit the hub is to use a drill guide DLEQ0551 If you...

Page 11: ...m drill bit to finish the hole In order to achieve a clean opening on both sides of the propeller drill only half way through the propeller with the finishing drill bit Then flip the propeller over and drill completely through the hole 7 Use one of the 5x45mm SHCS with 5mm lock washers and flat washers to align the propeller washer on the propeller and use the Dead Center Hole Locator to mark the ...

Page 12: ...o ON If you installed the optionalTX activated Opto Gas Engine Kill Switch DLEG9205 properly between the on off switch and the ignition make sure that the TX switch assigned is in the on position The LED should be illuminated red to indicate that the ignition is armed 6 Flip the propeller counter clockwise several times briskly 7 After you hear some initial firing sounds move the choke lever to th...

Page 13: ... If you installed the optionalTX activated Opto Gas Engine Kill Switch DLEG9205 properly between the on off switch and the ignition make sure that theTX switch assigned is in the on position The LED should be illuminated red to indicate that the ignition is armed 6 Using the starter turn over the engine till popping sound is heard Next open the choke 7 Use your electric starter to turn over the en...

Page 14: ...ty spark plug or not firing Replace spark plug or check for spark Engine flooded Remove plug disconnect fuel line rotate prop to remove fuel This can be done by removing the spark plug from the cylinder of the engine inserting the plug into the plug cap and contacting the plug to the outside of the crankcase or cylinder Have an assistant turn the engine over while checking this and be sure to have...

Page 15: ...decrease the idle speed Low Speed Needle Adjustment Turning the Low speed Needle No 4 clockwise will lean the fuel air mixture at low speeds Turning the Low speed Needle No 4 counter clockwise will richen the fuel air mixture at low speeds The default or factory setting of the Low speed Needle is as follows turn the needle to the fully closed position and then open the needle 1 25 turns High Speed...

Page 16: ...ine components Carburetor Adjustment Troubleshooting Problem If The engine hesitates when accelerated rapidly or The rpm increases at idling or The engine stops when the throttle is moved from high to low Solution The low speed needle L is too lean Open it up about 1 8 of a turn and try again Problem If The idle is not steady Solution The low speed needle L valve is too rich Close it 1 8 of a turn...

Page 17: ...stall or uninstall the DigitalTachometer while the engine is running Many of the DLE Ignition modules have an additional lead to plug into the optional tachometer If your ignition module does not have this additional lead the digital tachometer can still be used Simply use theY harness included with the DigitalTachometer to connect to the pick up lead from the engine Be sure to secure all connecti...

Page 18: ...y Failure to do so may result in mis calibration of the needle adjustments In order to do this it is necessary to remove the phillips head screw which secure the carb filter cover and the carburetor filter gasket Use only carburetor cleaner to spray around the opening of the filter ...

Page 19: ...nning at date of purchase Please retain your receipt as your proof of purchase Contact Us Hobby Services Tel 217 398 8970 3002 N Apollo Drive Suite 1 Fax 217 398 7721 Champaign Il 61822 E mail hobbyservices hobbico com Web address www hobbyservices com 30mm 219mm 68mm 68mm 276mm 92mm 145mm 25mm ...

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Page 23: ...23 Date of Purchase Order Number Serial Number Break In Prop Normal Prop RPM RPM ...

Page 24: ...DLE 60 Twin Mounting Pattern 2 67 in 68 mm 2 67 in 68 mm ...