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Connect the heating  source to the 

Using either the "chicken stick''  or 

glow plug. 

electric starter, spin the propeller until 

the engine 

is 

running. 

Note:  A 

very common error is to 

remove the glow plug igniter too early. 

It is suggested that the igniter be left 
attached until after the engine has been 
run up and the high-speed needle valve 
has been properly  adjusted. 

8. 

Initial break-in: 

Do not 

exceed 

4,000 

rpm for the first 

10 

minutes of operation; This allows 

all 

parts to mate properly with good 

lubrication. 

Note: 

Due to the excessively  "rich" 

mixture setting, it may be necessary  to 

leave the heat 

source

attached 

to 

the 

glow plug. 

Subsequent runs may be made while 
slightly leaning out the mixture with 

each tank full of fuel. Forty minutes is 

considered sufficient time for normal 
break-in prior to the first flight. 

9. 

After break-in: 

If 

test stand was used for the break-in 

procedure, the engine may now be 
mounted in the aircraft using a 
quality motor mount such 

as 

those 

available from Saito specifically or for 
Saito engines. 

The idle needle valve 

(89) 

(or air bleed 

needle valve) for the Saito 

.30S(H)/ 

GK 

engines) may now be refined. 

Please refer to the "Carburetor 

Adjustments" section on page 

for 

information on how to do 

so. 

The valves may 

also 

be checked at this 

time. Refer to the "Engine 
Maintenance" section on page 

for 

information on the 

valve/tappet 

adjustments. 

The use of 

tachometer is encouraged 

for setting the high-speed needle valve 

prior to flight. The peak rpm 

should be obtained and then reduced 

by approximately 

200 

300 

rpm by 

turning the high-speed needle valve 
counter-clockwise (richen). Each 

peak rpm can be 

on the 

"Propeller Chart" on page 

16. 

revving of a 4-stroke engine can cause 

internal damage to the engine. 

Carburetor 

Adjustments  for 

Two 

Needle  Carburetors 

The low-speed, or idle needle valve 

is preadjusted at the factory for 

best performance during break-in. 
After break-in  it may be necessary to 

"fine tune" the low speed adjustment 
using the following procedure: 

1. 

Start the engine and let it 

warm 

up 

prior to attempting any adjustments. 

Summary of Contents for FA-30S Golden Knight

Page 1: ...Version 2005...

Page 2: ...VERY IMPORTANT Failure to read and follow these instructions beforle you proceed to start your engine may result in engine damage and the voiding of your warranty...

Page 3: ...ning the engine be sure all spectators especially children are at least 20 feet away 3 Use the correct size and pitch of propeller for your engine refer to the Propeller Chart on page 16of this manual...

Page 4: ...eat or anything that can ignite the fuel Glow plug clips and cords are kept Your glow fuel is kept in a safe place Beware Model engines get very hot while running Do not attempt to handle them until t...

Page 5: ...Propellers should be balanced prior to use 3 Glow Plug Battery Your glow plug may be properly heated by several different sources The Hangar 9 Power Panel HAN106 when accompanied by a 12 volt Sealed...

Page 6: ...e Support Equipment section on page 3 of this manual for break in purposes is perfectly acceptable 2 Use the proper glow plugs Your engine includes the Saito SS SAIP 400S or HAN3011 super glow plugs w...

Page 7: ...the heat source glow plug clip locking socket Open the throttle fully Rotate the propeller in a counter clockwise direction 5 to 6 times while plugging the end of the muffler with your finger to draw...

Page 8: ...t using a high quality motor mount such as those available from Saito specifically or for Saito engines The idle needle valve 89 or air bleed needle valve for the Saito 30S H GK engines may now be ref...

Page 9: ...be made through the positioning of the throttle adjustment screw if applicable If not adjust the idle setting via the throttle trim of your transmitter Carburetor Adjustments for Air Bleed Carburetor...

Page 10: ...engine with a lean mixture Regularly check all screws and nuts on both the engine and muffler After 1 to 2 hours of operation valve adjustment may be necessary Adjust the valves as shown in the Engine...

Page 11: ...ntenance procedures please contact the Saito Service Center at 217 355 9511 Our technicians will be happy to advise you on maintenance issues Valve Tappet Gap Adjustment After approximately one hour o...

Page 12: ...o your Saito engine the following recommendations are made 1 Use a high quality fuel containing 20 lubricants 2 Use recommended glow plugs 3 Use the proper propeller size and balance the propeller pri...

Page 13: ...day s modern glow engines from starting To that end make sure you re using good quality fresh fuel there are good glow plugs installed and the starting battery is charged and in good condition Should...

Page 14: ...ct battery remove the glow plugs and rotate the propeller several times to clear the cylinder Disconnect battery and rotate propeller several times to clear cylinder Close high speed needle valve I z...

Page 15: ...5014 30SH15 30SH17 30S19 30S20A 30S22 30S23 30S24 5025 30S27 30S28 30S30 30S31 30S32A 30SH33 30S35 30S36 30S37 30S38 30S39 30S40 60T41 5042 30S43 30S46 30S47 5048 30SH49 30S74 30S75 30S80 30S821 30S83...

Page 16: ...28 5030A 7231B 7232A 7233 6535A 7236A 5037 5038 7239A 7240 5041 5042 5043 6546 6547 5048 5049A 7269 6574D 8075C 8080A 72821B 72831 10085 5086 7287 5088B 130T89 7290 8091B 5092 5095 6596A MAN1 50109 56...

Page 17: ...1A 120S06 120S07 120S08 120S09 120S10C 120S14 120S15B 120S17A 6519 120S20A 120S22 120S23B 120S27A 170R328 120S29 120S30 5031 120S32B 120S33 120S35 5036A 120S37 120S38 120S39 120S40 120S41 120S42 120S4...

Page 18: ...4 6 13 6 13 8 14 6 15 4 11 9 11 10 12 8 12 9 FA 80 80GK 2 000 11 500rpm 12 8 13 6 13 8 14 6 13 6 13 8 14 6 15 4 11 9 11 10 12 8 12 9 FA 82a 82aGK 2 000 12 000rpm 12 8 13 7 13 8 14 6 14 8 13 7 13 8 14...

Page 19: ...2 0 23 4 24 8 24 8 27 0 27 0 29 0 28 2 29 0 32 0 34 0 36 0 Stroke mm 16 0 17 4 19 0 19 0 22 0 20 6 22 8 20 4 24 0 26 0 24 8 27 6 28 6 Weight g 260 300 435 410 550 470 540 462 520 550 900 890 880 K ISO...

Page 20: ...1 1 1 set 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 each 1 set 1 set 1 set 1 1 1 1 set 2 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 68 69 74 75 77 80 89 821 831 84 85 87 91 93 102 110 Pushrod Pushrod cover rubber seal Rocker arm Rock...

Page 21: ...g conditions dust insufficient cooling improper mounting improper propeller size or lack of balancing etc Damage due to improper disassembly Modifications of any kind I f your engine needs repair plea...

Page 22: ...ost you will be provided with an estimate advising you of your options Any return freight for non warranty repairs will be billed to the consumer Please advise us of the payment method you prefer to u...

Page 23: ...opy keep original for your files within 10days of purchase to Horizon Service Center Attn Saito Warranty Dept 4105 Fieldstone Road Champaign 1L 61822 Engine Type Date of Purchase Owner s Name Street A...

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