Saito FA-170R3-D, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL FA 170R3 D FA 325R5 D FA 450R3 D Multi Cylinder Four Stroke Engines Saito manual doc 11 12 01 2 10 PM Page a1...

Page 2: ...VERY IMPORTANT Failure to read and follow these instruc tions before you proceed may result in engine damage and the voiding of your warranty Saito manual doc 11 12 01 2 10 PM Page a2...

Page 3: ...all spectators especially children are at least 20 feet away 2 Use the correct size and pitch of propeller for your engine refer to the propeller chart in this man ual 3 It is extremely important to b...

Page 4: ...ll loose objects screwdrivers pencils nickel cad mium starters etc should be removed from your pockets so they do not fall into the propeller 4 Glow plug clips and cords are kept away from the propell...

Page 5: ...Saito engine SUPPORT EQUIPMENT The following items which are not included with your Saito engine are necessary in order to operate the model engine Fuel For maximum protec tion and longevity of Saito...

Page 6: ...micro switch to the positive terminal on the Ni Cad battery c Attach the single lead from the ground wire to the negative terminal on the Ni Cad battery Please refer to Fig 1 d The on board battery sy...

Page 7: ...board glow system is highly recom mended This will guarantee a smooth reliable idle If an on board glow system will NOT be utilized replacement of the standard McCoy glow plugs with a hotter plug such...

Page 8: ...e and down the pushrod tubes 40 will ensure proper lubrication for the first run Regardless of the mounting met hod chosen for break in the following procedures areapplicable 1 Use a break in fuel as...

Page 9: ...hers and that the lines are properly connected 5 Fill the fuel tank 6 Check to make sure the glow plugs are not connected to the heat source glow plug clip lock ing socket Note If an electric starter...

Page 10: ...stall the plug START THE ENGINE 11 Close the throttle to 1 4 to 1 3 open position 12 Rotate the propeller clockwise until it s against the compression stroke 13 Rotate the propeller in a coun terclock...

Page 11: ...ngine becomes hydro locked simply remove the glow plugs and turn the engine over a few times with the chicken stick or electric starter The excess fuel will be forced to exit the engine via the cylind...

Page 12: ...ely 200 300 rpm by turning the high speed needle valve counterclockwise LOW SPEED CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS The low speed or idle needle valve 89 is pre adjusted at the factory for best performance dur i...

Page 13: ...r engineis ready to be mounted to theaircraft and flown The initial flight should be performed with the engine adjust ed for a rich fuel mixture 1 Your Saito engine should be securely mounted to the a...

Page 14: ...ding the warranty however disassembly of the cylinders crankshaft and cam gear assembly should be done only by the Saito Service Center because of the special jigs and tools required If you have any q...

Page 15: ...eter for precise engine adjustments 5 Use an after run oil when you re finished flying for the day 6 For long term storage make sure there is no fuel left in the tank and the engine Remove the glow pl...

Page 16: ...l times to clear cylinder s Disconnect battery and rotate propeller several times to clear cylin der s Close high speed needle 1 2 turn and start again Repeat engine is run ning smoothly Open high spe...

Page 17: ...is letter identifies the production version of your engine Should you ever need to order a part or have a question pertaining to your engine specify this letter along with the engine type This will al...

Page 18: ...170R3D and FA450R3D have muffler inserts that allow the use of short pipes standard issue that are 14mm For use of flexible mufflers remove the adapter nut installed in the cylinder SPECIFICATIONS Ite...

Page 19: ...Housing 66Diaphragm CheckValveRubberSet 17 PART KK Y HH 170R01 FA 325R5D FA 450R3D 67Diaphragm Pushrod ReturnSpring 68CheckValve In Out Pr 69IntakeManifold Left 170R69 325R569 450R3D69 70IntakeManifol...

Page 20: ...18 PARTS LIST FA170R3 Saito manual doc 11 12 01 2 11 PM Page 18...

Page 21: ...19 PARTS LIST FA 325R5 D Saito manual doc 11 12 01 2 11 PM Page 19...

Page 22: ...20 PARTS LIST FA 450R3 D 13 Saito manual doc 11 12 01 2 11 PM Page 20...

Page 23: ...to engines are guaranteed against workmanship and manufacturing defects for a period of 3 years from the original date of purchase This warranty is limited to the original pur chaser of the engine and...

Page 24: ...air cost exceed 50 of the retail purchase cost you will be provided with an esti mate advising you of your options Any return freight for non warranty repairs will be billed to the consumer 5 Please a...

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