321B Nitro Engine
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321B Nitro Engine
321B Nitro Engine Instruction Manual www.ProTekRC.com Copyright © 2014 INSTRUCTION MANUAL It is important that before attempting to operate your engine that you read, understand and strictly follow the outlined guidelines in the “Safety Instructions, Warnings and Notes” section on pages 1-3 of this manual. • Study the information provided in this manual in order to become familiar with the controls and features of the engine. • Keep these instructions in a safe place so that you may refer to them when needed. • It is recommended that you keep the instructions for the vehicle, radio/transmitter equipment, etc. accessible at the same time so that you may refer to them when needed. CONTENTS 1-3 Safety Instructions, Warnings & Notes 4-5 Engine Construction & Notes When Applying the Starter Box 6-7 About the Engine & Standard Included Accessories 8-10 Required Items & Basic Engine Parts 11-12 Carburetor Controls & Glow Plug 13-15 Installation of the Standard Accessories & Engine Installation 16-20 Starting & Breaking-In the Engine 21-23 Final Adjustment 24-25 Care & Maintenance 26-28 Troubleshooting 29-30 Engine Exploded View & Parts List 31-32 Carburetor Exploded View & Parts List 33 Engine Accessories 34 3D Drawing & Specifications SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, WARNINGS & NOTES 3 D D R A W I N G & S P E C I F I C AT I O N S Remember, this engine is not a “toy”! This is an internal combustion engine that has the potential to damage property, as well as harm you or others if misused. As the owner, you alone are responsible for the safe operation of this engine. Act with discretion and care at all times. If the ownership of this engine is transferred to another person, it is the responsibility of the original owner to provide this manual to the new owner. Displacement 3.46cc (0.211cu.in.) Practical R.P.M. 3,000 - 40,000 R.P.M. Bore 16.6mm (0.654in.) Power Output 2.5ps / 34,000 R.P.M. Stroke 16.0mm (0.630in.) Weight 355g (12.52oz) The following warnings apply to ALL MODEL ENGINES and are grouped under two headings according to the degree of danger and/or damage which could occur due to misuse or neglect of this product. WARNINGS NOTES These cover events which could cause serious, and in extreme circumstances, even fatal injury. These cover the many other and generally less obvious sources of danger, but which under certain circumstances may also cause damage or injury. WARNINGS Near TDC Model engine fuel is poisonous. Do not allow it to come into contact with the Near TDC eyes or mouth. Always store fuel in a clearly marked container and out of the reach of children. Piston 4 Piston Model engine fuel is highly flammable. Keep it away from open flames, Cylinder Liner Cylinder Liner sources of sparks, or anything else that could ignite it. Do excessive heat, Near TDC not smoke or allow anyone else to smoke near it. M2.6x7 Carburetor Restrictor (Venturi) Crankshaft 7 7 8 Piston Model engines Cylinder Linergenerate considerable heat. Do not touch any part of your Crankshaft engine until it has cooled. Contact with the exhaust system or cylinder head Slight may result in ataper serious burn. When the engine is cold. 12 7 01 7 8 10 8 Carburetor Restrictor (Venturi) Near TDC Crankshaft Slight taper Model engine exhaust, like automobile engine exhaust, contains deadly Slight taper Pistonyour engine in an enclosed space. Run carbon-monoxide. Never operate 8your engine Cylinder only Liner in an open, well ventilated area. When the engine is hot. O-Ring Crankshaft When the engine is cold. When the engine is hot. Rotate the retainer Slight taper nut gently it stops Rotate the until retainer O-Ring 11 nut gently until it stops Tighten a further 120º - 180º Tighten a further O-Ring O-Ring Retaining Screw High Speed Needle High Speed (Needle Valve) Needle Slide Boot Slide Boot (Needle Valve) Mid Needle Idle Screw (Mixture Control Valve) Carburetor Restrictor (Venturi) (Throttle Mid Needle Idle ScrewStop Screw) (Mixture Control Valve) (Throttle Stop Screw) High Speed Needle (Needle Valve) Carburetor Restrictor (Venturi) High Speed Mid Needle Needle (Mixture Control Valve) (Needle Valve) Ball Link Ball Link Slide Boot Idle Screw (Throttle Stop Screw) Low Speed Needle Slide Boot (Metering Needle) Dimensions (mm) 34 ENGINE ACCESSORIES • This engine is intended for use in model cars. Do not attempt to use it for any other purpose. Part Number Description PTK-2542 P3 Turbo Glow Plug (Ultra Hot) PTK-2060-1 PTK-2060 Tuned Pipe (No Manifold) (Welded Nipple) PTK-2060 PTK-2060 Tuned Pipe w/Manifold (Welded Nipple) PTK-2544 Off-Road Exhaust Manifold (for PTK-2060) PTK-2090-1 PTK-2090 Tuned Pipe (No Manifold) (Welded Nipple) PTK-2090 PTK-2090 Tuned Pipe w/Manifold (Welded Nipple) PTK-2545 Off-Road Exhaust Manifold (for PTK-2090) PTK-2516 6mm Aluminum Carburetor Restrictor PTK-2518 6.5mm Aluminum Carburetor Restrictor • Ensure that the linkage to the throttle arm is secure. PTK-2519 7mm Aluminum Carburetor Restrictor PTK-2520 7.5mm Aluminum Carburetor Restrictor • As a safety precaution, maintain a 20 foot (6 meters) distance between your model and all bystanders (especially small children). PTK-2521 8mm Aluminum Carburetor Restrictor PTK-2522 6mm Aluminum "Elliptical" Carburetor Restrictor PTK-2523 6.5mm Aluminum "Elliptical" Carburetor Restrictor PTK-2524 7mm Aluminum "Elliptical" Carburetor Restrictor PTK-2525 7.5mm Aluminum "Elliptical" Carburetor Restrictor PTk-2526 8mm Aluminum "Elliptical" Carburetor Restrictor * Specifications are subject to change without notice. 33 NOTES • Mount the engine in your model securely. Always follow the manufacturer recommendations, using the appropriate screws and locknuts. • Install an effective throttle return device. This will close the carburetor in the event that battery power is lost during operation. • Install an effective silencer (tuned pipe). Frequent close exposure to a noisy exhaust (especially in the case of more powerful high speed engines) may eventually impair your hearing and such noise is also likely to cause annoyance to others. • Eye protection is highly recommended. WARNING WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT A TOY! NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 14 YEARS. For proper opertation and to avoid risk of damage and injury, read and follow all instructions before operating this product. Failure to comply may result in excessive heat, fire, property damage and serious injury. 02 No. Part Number Description 1 PTK-2529 Ball Link • Before starting the engine, verify that all fasteners, especially those at joints and moving parts (such as the throttle arm) are tight and secure. Loose fasteners are often the source of catastrophic problems and could lead to injury or property damage. 1-1 PTK-H-4000 3x3mm Set Screw 2 PTK-2535 Carburetor Boot 3 PTK-2530 Low Speed Needle • To stop the engine during normal operation, reduce the throttle to neutral, flip the car over and push a blunt rubber object against the flywheel. 3-1 PTK-2531 Low Speed Needle O-Ring 4 PTK-2503 Slide Valve (Carburetor Complete) • To stop the engine in the event of an emergency, use a blunt rubber object to plug the exhaust and flood the engine (recommended), or cut off the fuel supply by pinching the fuel delivery line from the fuel tank. In the event of an emergency DO NOT attempt to stop the engine at the flywheel. 5 PTK-2524 Carburetor Restrictor – 7mm “Elliptical” 5 PTK-2526 Carburetor Restrictor – 8mm “Elliptical” 5-1 PTK-2517 Carburetor Restrictor O-Ring • WARNING! Immediately after a glow type engine has been shut off, while the engine is still warm, conditions exist that make it possible for the engine to abruptly re-start if the piston is rotated through the compression point (top dead center: TDC), WITHOUT the glow plug igniter being connected. 6 PTK-2540 High Speed Needle 6-1 PTK-2541 High Speed Needle O-Ring 7 PTK-2537 High Speed Needle Housing 7-1 PTK-2538 Fuel Inlet with Gasket 8 PTK-2543 Idle Screw 8-1 PTK-2536 Idle Screw O-Ring 9 PTK-2532 Mid Rangle Needle 9-1 PTK-2533 Mid Range Needle O-Ring Large (2) 9-2 PTK-2534 Mid Range Needle O-Ring Small (2) 10 PTK-2513 Carburetor Outer O-Ring NOTES * Specifications are subject to change without notice. 03 32 6 M2.6x18 8 CARBURETOR EXPLODED VIEW ENGINE CONSTRUCTION This engine uses a chrome plated brass sleeve with a tapered cylinder wall. When the engine is cold, the piston will feel tight when rotated through the top of its stroke, or Top Dead Center (TDC). This is normal. The cylinder will expand and will achieve correct clearance once normal operating temperature has been reached. 1 1-1 6-1 S.M3x3 2 5 3-1 4 6 NOTE: When this engine is new, DO NOT try to turn the crankshaft and rotate the piston through TDC, as this will jam the piston in the cylinder. 7 5-1 Near TDC 7-1 8-1 3 8 Piston 9-2 Cylinder Liner 9-1 10 9 Crankshaft Slight taper 7 8 When the engine is cold. 31 When the engine is hot. Rotate the retainer O-Ring 04 N O T E S W H E N A P P LY I N G T H E S TA R T E R B O X No. Part Number Description 1 PTK-2501 Cooling Head 2 PTK-2508 Turbo Plug Button Head DO NOT over prime the engine. This could cause a hydraulic lock and damage the engine when the starter is applied. 3 PTK-2509 0.1mm & 0.2mm Head Gasket/Shim Set 4 PTK-2507 Complete Piston/Sleeve/Rod Assembly • If over-primed, remove the glow plug, close the high speed needle valve, cover the head with a rag and apply the starter to pump out excess fuel. The rag will help to prevent fuel from coming into contact with your eyes. 5 PTK-2503 Complete Carburetor 6 PTK-2514 Carburetor Retainer Assembly 7 PTK-2504 7x19x6mm Front Engine Bearing 8 PTK-2502 Crankcase 9 PTK-2505 14x25.4x6mm Ceramic Rear Bearing 10 PTK-2506 Crankshaft 11 PTK-2512 Rear Cover Plate O-Ring 12 PTK-2511 Rear Cover Plate 13 PTK-2542 P3 Turbo Glow Plug (Ultra Hot) DC ston * Specifications are subject to change without notice. * See additional option parts on Pg.33 Carburetor Restrictor (Venturi) High Speed Needle (Needle Valve) Mid Needle (Mixture Control Valve) ngine is hot. Slide Boot Idle Screw (Throttle Stop Screw) O-Ring Ball Link 05 30 ENGINE EXPLODED VIEW ABOUT THE ENGINE M3x18 The ProTek R/C Samurai 321B is a 3.5cc high performance short-stroke nitro engine produced and assembled in Japan by one of the most highly respected model engine manufacturers in the industry. Designed for off-road radio-controlled competition racing, the engine is ideal for 1/8 Scale Buggy and Truggy use while featuring a turbo glow plug and slide carburetor. With its easy-to-tune and consistently stable operating characteristics, the Samurai 321B is the ideal engine of choice for the racer seeking a reliable engine with a smooth power band and great runtime. 13 1 NOTE: The carburetor is only lightly fit into the engine and is not fully installed. This allows the user to adjust the angle and make necessary adjustments to suit their specific application. 2 3 4 M2.6x7 5 12 11 10 9 M2.6x18 7 6 Dimensions (mm) 8 29 Part Number Size Pieces Used in an Engine PTK-2515 2.6x7mm Rear Cover Plate Screw - 4 PTK-2514 2.6x18mm Carburetor Retainer Screw (Complete) - 1 PTK-H-1208 3x18mm Cooling Head Retaining Screw - 4 1 1-1 06 6 Near TDC Piston Piston Cylinder CylinderLiner Liner S TA N D A R D I N C L U D E D ACCESSORIES Crankshaft Crankshaft TROUBLESHOOTING Piston SYMPTOM: NOT REACHING PEAK RPM Cylinder Liner Slight Slighttaper taper • ProTek P3 - Ultra Hot Turbo Glow Plug (PTK-2542) (1) 7 7 Cause 8 8 Crankshaft Near TDC Slight taper • 0.1mm Cylinder Head Shim (PTK-2509) (1) 7 Near TDC 8 When Whenthe theengine engineis iscold. cold. Cylinder Liner • High Temp Exhaust Gasket (PTK-2528) (1) When Whenthe theengine engineis ishot. hot. Piston Rotate Rotatethe theretainer retainer nut nutgently gentlyuntil untilit itstops stops Piston Cylinder Liner When the engine is cold. When the engine is hot. Corrective Action Insufficient warming up or break-in. Set the needles only after warming up. Complete the break-in process. Silencer or manifold are not securely connected or are disconnected. Replace gasket. Check and secure the system. Fuel tubing from tank is split or broken. Replace the tubing. SYMPTOM: POOR THROTTLE RESPONSE O-Ring O-Ring Cause Corrective Action Deteriorated glow plug. Replace glow plug. Incorrect carburetor settings. Readjust low RPM range with Low Speed Needle and Mid Needle. O-Ring O-Ring Tighten Tightena afurther further Incorrect Setting of transmitter Exponential Check the transmitter setting. O-Ring Retaining RetainingScrew Screw 120º 180º function. 120º - 180º Hi N (N M (M Crankshaft Incorrect Linkage. Make sure the throttle servo linkage does Rotate the retainer not bind and is connected correctly. Slight taper nut gently until it stops • 7mm “Elliptical” Carburetor Restrictor (PTK-2524) (1) Crankshaft Dirt marked Dirtand anddust dustmay maylodge lodgeinin markedplaces places Exhaust Exhaust 8mm “Elliptical” Carburetor Restrictor (PTK-2526) (1) Close Close O-Ring Gasket Gasket S Y M P T O M : P O O R R P M D R O P Tighten a further Slight taper 7 8 Turn needle clockwise Turnthe thehigh highspeed speed Retaining Screw 120ºneedle - 180ºclockwise Cause Corrective Action until untilit itstops. stops.This Thisis isthe thefully fullyclosed closed High Speed High Speed Glowplug position. position.DoDonot notforce forceit ittototurn turnfurther. further. Throttle position openNeedle too far. Close Low Speed Needle to adequate 7 8 Needle Open position to lower idle RPM. Open Dirt and dust may lodge in marked places • 3mm, 16mm & 17mm Dust CapExhaust (PTK-2527) (1) Carburetor not fully seated. Install carburetor securely. Close Gasket approx 0.5mm approx 0.5mm Low Speed Needle closed too far. Open the Low Speed Needle a little. Turn the high speed needle clockwise Element Elementglows glowswhen whenenergized energized Pliers until it stops. This isApprox. the closed When the engine isPliers cold. When thefully engine isopen hot. Approx. 0.5mm 0.5mm open O-Ring High Speed position. Do not force it tosetting turn further. factory with factory setting withthe the Needle Open restrictor removed. restrictor removed. Rotate retainer When the the engine is cold. When the engine is hot. O-Ring Carburetor CarburetorBody Body 07 28 nut gently until it stops Ball BallLink Link approx 0.5mm Replace the plug when the Glowplug Glowplug TROUBLESHOOTING REQUIRED ITEMS & B A S I C E N G I N E PA R T S S Y M P T O M : E N G I N E F I R E S I N T E R M I T T E N T LY BUT DOES NOT RUN Cause Corrective Action The following items are required to operate the engine. FUEL Insufficient fuel in the tank. Fill the tank with fuel. Deteriorated glow plug. Replace glow plug. Clogged fuel filter. Air cleaner or internal silencer are dirty. Clean or replace fuel filter. Replace air cleaner element and clean inside silencer. Engine is over heated. The user should only use high quality fuel for two stroke glow type engines that contains 10-30% nitromethane. Fuel with 20% nitro content is recommended for break in. Then, change to a fuel with a higher nitro content later if desired. When the brand of fuel is changed, or the nitro content is increased, it is advisable to repeat a short break in procedure referred to in the BREAKING IN section. Please note that high nitro content fuels produce more power at the expense of reduced engine life. This will also shorten the life of the glow plug element. Near TDC Piston Wait until engine is cool. WARNING Cylinder Liner Incorrect clutch release. Adjust the tension of the clutch spring. Glow plug battery disconnected too soon. Near TDC Model engine fuel is poisonous. Do not allow it to come into contact with Near TDC the eyes or mouth. Always store it in a clearly marked container and out of the reach of children. Wash hands after use. Wait until RPM becomes stable before Near TDC disconnecting plug battery. Vibration causing air bubbles in fuel. Install o-rings to the fuel tank screws to Crankshaft prevent bubbles. Near TDC Slight taper Near TDC Piston S Y M P T O M : U N S TA B L E I D L E 7 8 Cause Cylinder Liner Incorrect glow plug. When the engine is cold. Silencer or manifold are not securely connected or are disconnected. 27 8 7 F U E L F I LT E R Crankshaft Crankshaft Slight taper Slight taper Install the filter in the fuel line between the fuel tank and the 7 8 carburetor to prevent dust from entering the carburetor. 8 Piston 7 GLOW PLUG IGNITER Do not use extremely high nitro or low oil Crankshaft Crankshaft content fuel. Crankshaft Slight taper Add heavier Slight taper Slight taper flywheel. Extremely light flywheel. 7 Piston Corrective Action Cylinder Liner Use the glow plug recommended inCylinder the Liner instructions. Unsuitable fuel. Piston Model engine fuel is highly flammable. Keep away from open flames, Piston Cylinder Liner excessive heat, Cylinder Linersparks, or anything else that could ignite it. Do not smoke or allow anyone else to smoke near it. When the engine is hot. Replace seal ring. 8 secure Check and 7 the system. 8 Commercially available, a glow plug igniter is a handy tool When battery the engine isto cold. the engine is hot. that uses an integrated heat When the glow plug. O-Ring When the engine is cold. When the engine is hot. O-Ring Recommended: PTK-7605 - ProTek R/C “SureStart” Rechargeable Rotate the retainer Glow Ignitor w/Charger (2100mAh NiMH) Rotate the until retainer nut gently it stops O-Ring S TA RTER BOX Glowplug nut gently until it stops O-Ring O-Ring Retaining Screw Retaining Screw Tighten a further Tighten a further 120º - 180º 120º - 180º Glowplug Used to start the engine. Exhaust - ProTek R/C SureStart 1/8 Off-Road Recommended: PTK-4500 Close Exhaust Gasket Starter Box Gasket Turn the high speed needle clockwise Close Rotate the retainer nut gently until it stops Tighten a further 120º - 180º When the engine is cold. When the engine is hot. Element glows when energized Turn high This speed until itthe stops. is needle the fullyclockwise closed until it stops. This is the position. Do not force it tofully turnclosed further. position. Do not force it to turn further. Open Open O-Ring Retaining Screw O-Ring Pliers approx 0.5mm approx 0.5mm Dirt and dust may lodge in Dirt and dust may lodge in High Speed High Speed Needle Needle 08 Hig Nee (Ne ma ma Mid (Mi TROUBLESHOOTING S TA R T E R B O X B AT T E R I E S Use the battery type that is recommended by the starter box manufacturer. Ensure that the battery is fully charged before use. Recommended: ECP-LPH-5000-2S30 (x2) - EcoPower 2S Li-Poly Battery Pack S Y M P T O M : E N G I N E FA I L S T O S TA R T Cause FUEL BOTTLE Use this to fill the fuel tank. Recommended: PTK-7600 - ProTek R/C “Fast Fill” Fuel Bottle (500cc) & PTK-7603 - ProTek R/C “Quick Pit” Fuel Gun Fill the tank with fuel and repeat priming procedure. Glow plug element is burned out. Replace glow plug. Recharge or replace the battery. Glow plug battery discharged. Carburetor Restrictor (Venturi) Clogged fuel filter. Carburetor Restrictor (Venturi) SILICONE FUEL LINE Heatproof silicone tubing suitable for nitro fuel with an approximate 5mm outer diameter and 2mm inner diameter is required to make the connection between the fuel tank and the engine. TOOLS Air cleaner or internal silencer are dirty. High Speed Needle (Needle Valve) High Speed Use for engine installation. 1.5mm, 2mm, 2.5mm, 3mm Recommended: PTK-8227 - ProTek R/C “TruTorque” O-Ring Metric Hex Driver Set Remove glow plug and pump out excess fuel. Fuel tubing is disconnected. (Throttle Stop Screw) Connect fuel tubing securely. Check the tubing carefully and replace if necessary. Idle Screw Incorrect servo linkage. (Throttle Stop Screw) Connect correctly after setting servo at neutral. Slide Boot Idle Screw Slide Boot Fuel tubing is kinked,(Venturi) split or has a hole. Carburetor Restrictor Mid Needle (Mixture Control Valve) High Speed Needle (Needle Valve) SCREWDRIVER Necessary for carburetor adjustments. No.1, No.2, etc. Recommended:O-Ring PTK-8219 - ProTek R/C “TruTorque” Flat Retaining Screw Blade Screwdriver (4mm) Clean or replace fuel filter. Replace air cleaner element and clean inside silencer. Engine is over primed (flooded). Needle Mid Needle (Needle Valve) (Mixture Control Valve) HEX SCREWDRIVER Corrective Action Fuel tank is empty. Fuel not reaching the engine. Reverse rotating direction of the Ball Link starter box. Make sure the starter box rotates counter clockwise as seen from crankshaft side. Slide Boot Mid Needle Ball LinkLow Speed Needle Idle Screw (Metering Needle) (Throttle Stop Screw) (Mixture Control Valve) Thermo Insulator O-Ring LONG SOCKE Wdust R Emay N Clodge H in DirtT and W I TRetaining H P L UScrew G GRIP marked places Restrictor (Venturi) Carburetor Recommended for easy removal and replacement of the glow Thermo Insulator plug, this socket wrench incorporates a special internal grip. High Speed PTK-8202 - ProTek R/C “TruTorque” 4-in-1 Carburetor Restrictor (Venturi) Recommended: High Speed Dirt and dust may lodge in marked places Needle Multi-Wrench .5mm Speed dle 09 Low Speed Needle (Metering Needle) Do not allow bottom of crankcase to touch chassis Needle Slide Boot (Needle Valve) ProTek R/C offers a full line of batteries, chargers, servosCarburetor and Restrictor (Venturi) accessories. Visit www.ProTekRC.com forNeedle more information. High Speed Mid O-Ring Do notofallow Idle Screw Chamfer inside edges bearers Needle Control Valve) (Throttle Stop Screw) bottom Retaining Screw (Mixture Slide Boot of crankcase (Needle Valve) High Speed Mid Needle to touch chassis Idle Screw Thermo Insulator Ball Link Low Speed Needle (Metering Needle) 26 O-Ring Low Speed Needle (Metering Needle) Retaining Screw Thermo Insulator Dirt and dust may lodge in B A S I C E N G I N E PA R T S marked places Do not allow Cooling Head bottom of crankcase to touch chassis High Speed Needle Chamfer inside edges of bearers I N S TA L L I N G D U S T C A PCarburetor S Body Needle EED Carburetor Ball Link When storing the engine install the cap on the exhaust port, carburetor, etc. to prevent dust from entering the engine. This can cause permanent damage. Exhaust Rotate the low speed needle until the head sticks out 0.5mm from the ball link body. CHECKING THE ENGINE This isparts the as standard As the engine wears, performance will decrease. It is suggested to replace needed position. when the following symptoms are detected. Back Plate • Engine sound changes and easily overheats. Slide Valve • Power has dropped. Low Speed Needle 5.5 turns out. Make adjustments with the slide in the open position. Idle Screw • Idling is unstable and/or engine cuts out when idling. Low Speed Needle Crankshaft First mid needle until its slotted In most cases, the bearings, piston & sleeve assembly, connecting rodrotate and/orthe crankcase LOWworn. SPEED NEEDLE NEEDLE have become Check the parts carefully and replace as needed. head is flush with the carburetor body. This Close Open is the standard position. Close Mounting Lugs Mid Needle Less fuel More fuel Less fuel Crankcase 2¾ turns out. Make adjustments with the slide in the open position! Carburetor Body Front Bearing 25 10 CARBURETOR CONTROLS The following procedure is recommended for this engine when the ProTek R/C P3, PTK-2060 or PTK-2090 tuned pipe and fuel containing up to 30% nitromethane are used. H I G H S P E E D N E E D L E ( N E E D L E VA LV E ) Use to adjust the fuel mixture when the throttle is fully open. (*3½ Turns from fully closed) 1 The small particles of foreign matter that may be present in any fuel may obstruct fuel flow, causing erratic engine performance, unreliable operation or permanent damage to the engine. It is recommended that a high quality in-line fuel filter be installed between the fuel tank and carburetor. M I D N E E D L E ( M I X T U R E C O N T R O L VA LV E ) 2 Do not forget to clean or replace filters regularly to remove the dirt and other material that can accumulate. Additionally, the carburetor may require occasional maintenance. LOW SPEED NEEDLE (METERING NEEDLE) 3 At the end of each operating session, drain out any remaining fuel from the fuel tank. Then restart the engine to burn off any fuel that may remain inside the engine. Repeat this procedure until the engine fails to start. This should be performed while the engine is still warm. For changing the fuel mixture at mid speed and acceleration. DO NOT rotate the screw more than one turn. (*2¾ turns from fully closed) For adjusting the fuel mixture at partial throttle and idle speed to obtain steady idling and smooth acceleration to mid speed. (*5½ turns from fully closed) IDLE SCREW (THROTTLE STOP SCREW) For setting the minimum idle speed. This is adjusted at the factory. Carburetor Restrictor (Venturi) High Speed Needle (Needle Valve) Mid Needle (Mixture Control Valve) Slide Boot Idle Screw (Throttle Stop Screw) Ball Link Thermo Insulator 11 CARE & MAINTENANCE NOTE: We recommend you double check the needle settings prior to beginning the break in process. The settings are set at the factory, but slight readjustment may be necessary to allow for changes in fuel formula, gear ratio or clutch engagement point. 4 Remove the glow plug and inject a small amount of after-run oil into the engine from the glow plug hole in the combustion chamber. Then turn over the engine with the starter box for 4 to 5 seconds to distribute the oil to the working parts inside the engine. NOTE: Do not inject after run oil in through the carburetor, as this may cause the carburetor o-rings to deteriorate. These procedures will reduce the risk of starting difficulties or corrosion after a period of storage. 5 Finally, when cleaning the exterior of the engine, use an approved nitro cleaner. Do not use gasoline, kerosene, or any petroleum based chemical as this could damage engine seals and other components. NOTE: This engine uses a silicone ramped crankshaft. DO NOT use light oil, waterdisplacing oil, kerosene, or other petroleum based oils as an after run oil or to clean the crank, as this will permanently damage the silicone. Use alcohol or nitro fuel to clean the crank. *Factory default settings. When screwing the needles all the way in, the slide must be in the fully open position. Low Speed Needle (Metering Needle) 24 Thermo Insulator irt and dust may lodge in (Metering Needle) marked places • After the break in period, a leaner needle setting may be required to maintain maximum performance. Do not allow CARBURETOR CLEANLINESS bottom of crankcase The small fuel orifices must be kept clear to ensure correct carburetor function. to touch chassis • REALIGNMENT OF THE LOW SPEED NEEDLE & MID NEEDLE When making carburetor adjustments, it is possible that the low speed needle and mid needle may be inadvertently screwed in or out too far and thereby moved beyond the Chamfer inside edges of bearers effective adjustment range. The basic positions can be found by rotating the low speed needle until its slotted head is flush with the ball link body. Carburetor Body Ball Link Rotate the low speed needle until the head sticks out 0.5mm from the ball link body. This is the standard position. Slide Valve Low Speed Needle 5.5 turns out. Make adjustments with the slide in the open position. d Needle First rotate the mid needle until its slotted head is flush with the carburetor body. This is the standard position. D NEEDLE Close Mid Needle Less fuel 2¾ turns out. Make adjustments with the slide in the open position! Carburetor Body GLOW PLUG Since the chosen glow plug and fuel type will effect performance and reliability, it will be worthwhile to test with different plugs to find the best plug for your application. We recommend the ProTek R/C P3 plug. Carefully install the plug finger tight before final tightening with the correct size plug wrench. THE ROLE OF THE GLOW PLUG With a glow plug engine, ignition is initiated when a 1.5 volt power source is connected to the plug. When the engine is running and the power is disconnected, the heat retained within the combustion chamber remains sufficient to keep the plug filament glowing. This keeps the engine running. Ignition timing is automatic. This means under reduced load and higher RPM, the plug gets hotter and fires the fuel/air charge earlier in the piston stroke; at reduced RPM the plug becomes cooler and ignition is retarded firing the charge later in the stroke. GLOW PLUG LIFE In the case of high performance nitro engines, glow plugs must be regarded as expendable items. However, plug life can be extended and engine performance maintained by careful use, i.e.: • Use a plug suitable for the engine. • Use fuel containing a moderate percentage of nitromethane, unless more is essential for racing events. • Do not run the engine too lean and do not leave the igniter battery connected while making needle adjustments. WHEN TO REPLACE THE GLOW PLUG Apart from when actually burnt out, a plug may need to be replaced because it no longer delivers its best performance, such as when: • Filament surface is rough and has turned white. • Filament coil has become distorted. • Foreign matter has adhered to filament or plug body has corroded. • Engine tends to cut out when idling. • Engine becomes more difficult to start. 23 12 Crankshaft Slight taper I N S TA L L AT I O7N O F8 T H E S TA N D A R D A C C E S S O R I E S • With the engine running, close the throttle and allow it to idle for about five seconds and then open the throttle to the full throttle position. If, at this point, the engine puffs out excessive smoke and the vehicle does not accelerate smoothly and rapidly, it is likely that the idle mixture is too rich. In this case, turn the low speed needle clockwise 45-90°. If the engine speeds up momentarily and then cuts out abruptly when the throttle is opened, the idle mixture is too lean. Correct this by turning the low speed needle counter clockwise 45-90°. I N S TA L L T H E G L O W P L U G Insert the included plug into the heatsink head carefully making sure that it is not cross threaded before tightening firmly. INSTALL THE INCLUDED EXHAUST GASKET. When the engine is cold. needle adjustments should be made in increments no more than When the engine is hot. NOTE: Low speed O-Ring 45-90°, carefully checking the effect on throttle response with each small adjustment. Rotate the retainer nut gently until it stops • Carry out adjustments patiently under actual running conditions, until the engine responds quickly and positively to the throttle inputs. O-Ring Tighten a further 120º - 180º Retaining Screw WARNING! Glowplug Exhaust Gasket Mixture adjustments (whether via the low speed needle, or the high speed needle), cannot be made accurately under ‘no load’ conditions. These adjustments are not Dirt and dust may lodge in recommended and carry’s the risk of seriously damaging the engine through over Close revving and overheating. Turn the high speed needle clockwise until it stops. This is the fully closed High Speed position. Do not force it to turn further. • With the optimum mixture control position, light smoke is visible during high speed running Needle Open and the engine RPM increases steadily during acceleration. Remember, if the engine is One 0.1mm cylinder head shim and one 0.2mm head shim are installed in the engine when it leaves the factory. An additional 0.1mm head shim is supplied with the engine. You may add it for break in, whenElement you are trying achieve increased run time at the expense of a loss in glowstowhen energized Pliers power, or if the glow plug tends to burn out due to high temperature and/or high humidity. Approx. I N S TA L L I N G T H E C A R B U R E T O R R E D U C E R Choose the reducer according to the track conditions. marked plac 0.5mm open factory setting with the restrictor removed. operated with a lean fuel/air mixture, it will overheat and run unevenly. It is advisable to set both the high speed needle and low speed needle slightly on the rich side of the best RPM approx 0.5mm setting as a safety measure. • If the engine runs too fast with the throttle closed, the idle screw should be turned counter-clockwise to reduce the throttle opening. Carburetor Body • 7mm Installed from the factory. Replace the plug when the approx 1mm • 8mm Included inelement package.does not glow or is burnt out. I N S TA L L AT I O N O F T H E D U S T C A P S E T If the engine is going to be stored,Glow installPlug the included Igniter exhaust and carburetor dust caps to R s T High Speed Needle prevent debris or other foreign matter from getting inside the engine. Slide Valve 13 Idle Screw Ball Low Spe 22 5.5 turns o rce it to turn further. bottom of crankcase to touch chassis Needle Open approx 0.5mm mm open F I N A L A D J U S T M E N T ng with the moved. • Final adjustment should be performed only after the break-in has been completed. 7 Carburetor Body High Speed Needle Crankshaft inside edges of bearers I NChamfer S TA L AT I O N O F SlightL taper THE CARBURETOR 8 Ball Link The carburetor is only lightly installed into the intake boss when it leaves the factory. Follow Near TDC below to complete Rotate the thesteps low speed needle untilthe theinstallation. head sticks out 0.5mm from the ball link body. 1 Loosen the retainer screw, rotate the carburetor into the position that best suits your This is theapplication standardand position. make sure that it is fully seated into the intake boss, compressing the rubber gasket. Cylinder Liner Idle Screw when se the high speed dle approximately as needed. This cedure will be repeated eral times throughout break-in process. Slide Valve Rotate the retainer nut gently until it stops First rotate the mid needle until its slotted head is flush with the carburetor body. This is the standard position. Low Speed Needle HIGH SPEED NEEDLE Open Close More fuel Less fuel LOW SPEED NEEDLE Crankshaft Close Open Slight taper 2 Gently turn the retainer screw until it stops, then tighten it an additional 120° - 180°. Do When the engine is cold. When the engine is hot. body. O-Ring LowPiston Speed Needle not over tighten the screw as this will damage the carburetor 5.5 turns out. Make adjustments with the slide in the open position. Glowplug Mid Needle 7 8 More fuel Less fuel Exhaust 2¾ turns out. Make adjustments with the slide in the open position! Carburetor Body • Run the vehicle down the longest straight away at full throttle to observe the speed. Bring the car back to the starting point, close the high speed needle 30° and repeat the run, taking note of the improvement in performance. hot. Pliers nut gently until it stops Replace the plug when the element does not glow or is burnt out. Glowplug Exhaust Close Gasket the high speed needle clockwise NOTE: Be careful not Turn to damage the o-rings when removing the carburetor retainer from the engine. Do not push theitpart in orThis it could damage the o-rings. until stops. is the fully closed position. Do not force it to turn further. • Continue with additional runs, gradually reducing the high speed needle setting with a goal to achieve the highest straight line speed. Remember that if the the highengine speed needle When isElement cold.is shut When theenergized engine is glows when too far the engine will run lean and overheat, accompanied by visibly diminished exhaust smoke. At this point the model will begin to lose speed. If this happens, throttle down immediately, stop the vehicle and open the high speed needle 45-90°. Rotate the retainer 21 Tighten a further 120º - 180º Glow Plug Igniter Tighten a further 120º - 180º O-Ring Open High Spee Needle approx 0.5mm Approx. 0.5mm open factory setting with the restrictor removed. O-Ring approx 1mm Retaining Screw High Speed Needle Dirt and dust may lodge in 14 marked pla Needle (Needle Valve) Slide Boot Mid Needle (Mixture Control Valve) Idle Screw (Throttle Stop Screw) E N G I N E I N S TA L L AT I O N Make sure that the vehicles engine mount surfaces are level, and on the same plane. Poor installation may cause distortion of the crankcase, bearings, etc, resulting in erratic Fuel performance and permanent damage. Ball Link The recommended screws for securing the engine are Allen head, hexagon socket type 3mm or 4-40 steel screws. If existing holes in the engine mount do not align perfectly the engine Lowwith Speed Needlemounting lugs in the crankcase, enlarge the holes in the lugs slightly with a needle file so that the screws are (Metering Needle) perfectly aligned with the engine mount holes. Thermo Insulator Glow Plug Igniter Deliver fuel to the carburetor Fuel Tank Side High speed needle position when starting the engine. Close the high speed 30º needle approximately Needle 30° as needed. This procedure will be repeated several times throughout the break-in process. Idle Screw HIGH SPEED NEEDLE Open Close More fuel Less fuel NOTE: In the event that you replace any of the major engine components (piston, sleeve, con rod, crankshaft or bearings), a brief break-in should be performed. If you change to a fuel with higher nitro content, the engine will need to be re-tuned. arked places HOW TO STOP THE ENGINE Do not allow bottom of crankcase to touch chassis Chamfer inside edges of bearers To stop the engine during normal operation, reduce the throttle to neutral, flip the car over and push a blunt rubber object against the flywheel. DO NOT use your fingers! WARNING! Do not touch rotating parts, the engine, or the tuned pipe; these components get extremely hot and contact with them may result in a serious burn or other injury. • Do not allow the bottom of the crankcase to touch the chassis. Ball Link • If needed, chamfer the inside edges of the engine mounts for clearance. Rotate the low speed needle until the head sticks out 0.5mm from the ball link body. This is the standard position. Low Speed Needle 5.5 turns out. Make adjustments with the slide in the open position. First rotate the mid needle until its slotted 15 is flush with the carburetor body. This is the head standard position. 20 Close the high speed needle approximately 30° as needed. This procedure will be repeated BREAK ING -IN several times throughout the break-in process. 30º Fuel NOTE: It is incredibly important to set the throttle to the neutral position before starting the engine. If the engine is allowed to run with the throttle open too far under “no load” conditions (i.e. with the driving wheels not in contact with the ground), the engine may overheat and could be damaged. H E AT C Y C L E B R E A K - I N M E T H O D The purpose of this break in method is to heat cycle the engine without subjecting the components to the stress that comes from breaking-in an engine that is overly rich and cold. You want the engine to reach temperatures in the low 200°F (93ºC) range to reduce stress on the components. Pre-heat the engine to approximately 150°-160°F (66º-71°C) using an engine heater or heat gun before starting for the first time and pre-heat the engine each time you start it during the break-in process. Additionally, if you have trouble keeping the temperature in the 200°F range while the engine is running, it may be beneficial to wrap the cooling head with an insulator of some type, such as tin foil, or an old sock. This will help the engine retain heat and reach 200°F while it is tuned with the rich needle settings. After a brief warm up period, disconnect the glow plug igniter and run the car on the track for approximately 3 minutes at low speed. If the engine stalls, increase the amount of throttle being applied slightly. If the engine stalls because it is excessively rich, close the needle valve 30° and try again. When the 3 minutes are up, shut the engine down, verify that the piston is at the bottom of the stroke (Bottom Dead Center - BDC) and let it cool completely. Once the engine has cooled down, close the needle valve 30°, start it again and run the car for another 3 minutes, let it cool off with the piston at BDC. Repeat 3 more times for a total of 15 minutes (five 3 minute cycles), keeping an eye on the temperature and making sure it is in the low 200° range. Now increase the run time to 4 minute intervals and close the needle valve as needed to prevent the engine from running overly rich. Vary the RPM, gradually increasing speed, and make sure that the temperature is in the low 200° F range. Run at 4 minute intervals, five cycles, for a total of 20 minutes. After this the engine is ready for race tuning. Fuel Tank Side Needle S TA R T I N G & THE ENGINE HIGH SPEE Open More fuel W H I L E O P E R AT I N G • DO NOT drive the model on a public street! This can cause serious accidents, personal injuries and/or property damage. • DO NOT operate near pedestrians or small children. • DO NOT operate in small or confined areas. • DO NOT operate in areas where loud noises can disturb others, such as residential areas. WARNING Before starting the engine, make sure all fasteners are tight, especially those at joints and moving parts, such as the throttle arm. Loose fasteners are often the source of damaged components and could lead to injury and/or property damage. BREAKING-IN The break-in procedure is performed to prepare the engine for running conditions (fuel, RPM, engine temperature, etc). Excessively rich and prolonged low speed running should be avoided. Running at low speeds and low temperatures for prolonged periods of time will have a negative effect on the performance and lifespan of your engine. PRESSURIZED FUEL SYSTEM • The constant changes in vehicle attitude that occur in off-road conditions, combined with the distance between the fuel tank and carburetor can negatively affect performance. Because of this, it is recommended that only a muffler with a pressurized fuel feed system be used. • Never run your vehicle without installing the air filter. The dust and dirt that will be drawn into the engine will cause permanent damage to the components. NOTE: During the first few cycles, it is important that you use smooth throttle inputs and do not “spike” the throttle to protect the bearings. 19 16 nder Liner der Liner 120º - 180º Glowplug Element glows when energized When the engine is cold. Exhaust The following procedure is recommended for this engine when the ProTek R/C P3, Gasket Crankshaft PTK-2060 or PTK-2090 tuned pipe and fuel containing up to 30% nitromethane arehigh used. Turn the speed When the engine is hot. Rotate the retainer Dirt and dust may lodge in Pliers O-Ring marked places Carburetor Restrictor Close • Low speed needle (metering needle) and mid needle (mixture control valve) are set at the(Venturi) nut gently until it stops Carburetor Restrictor (Venturi) clockwisebasic position (refer to P23). Replace the plug when the needle until it stops. This is the fully closed Tighten element does moves not glow or isa further • Switch the transmitter on and make sure that the linkage correctly. High Speed position. Do not force it to turn further. 120º - 180º burnt out. Needle High (66º-71°C) Speed using an engine heater or heat Open the engine to approximately 150°-160°F • Fill the tank completely with fuel. • Pre-heat High Speed Glowplug Needle gun before starting. Glow Plug Igniter Needle Slide Boot • Check the glow plug and verify that the filament glows bright red when the igniter is attached. (Needle Valve) Slide Boot approx 0.5mmon the exhaust and (Needle Valve) • Plug the stinger Exhaust Element glows when energized turn the engine over with the starter Close Idle Screw Mid Needle Pliers Gasket Approx. 0.5mm open Needle box to draw fuel into the engine. Idle Screw Turn the highMid speed needle clockwise (Mixture Control Valve) (Throttle Stop High Scre spee factory setting with the Control Valve) Deliver fuel to the carburetor (Throttle Stop Screw until ittostops.(Mixture This is the fully closed • Now connect the glow plug igniter starting th restrictor removed. High heat the plug and start the engine. position. Do not force it to turn further. Nee Carburetor Open Body Ball Lin the engine is cold. When the engine is hot. If the engine does not start, or O-Ring Needle Replace plugiswhen he engine is cold. When the the engine hot. the Fuel Tank Side O-Ring stalls out after started, try Rota approx 1mm Fuel Highright Speed Needle element does not glow or is approxBall 0.5mm the following: Link stick Rotate the retainer Ball Link Element glows when energized This Pliers Rotate the retainerburnt out. Set the high speed needle approximately 2.50.5mm turns open from the fully closed position. Do nut gently until it stops Approx. open nut gently until it stops not force the high speed needle to turn beyond a lightly closed position. factory setting with the Glow Plug Igniter O-Ring Tighten a further removed. O-Ring Set the throttle opening a little widerrestrictor than the factory setting by adjusting the idle Low screwSpeed Needle Tighten a further Retaining Screw Speed The carburetor is set at the factory as shown 120º - 180º in the images below. Double check theRetaining Low SpeedLow Needle (throttle stop screw). Screw 120º - 180º settings before you start the engine. Slide (Metering Valve 5.5Needle) turns out. (Metering Needle) Thermo Insulator Idle Screw Replace the plug when the High speed approx 1mmThermo Insulator • The high speed needle (needle valve)fuel is set 3-turns open fromneedle the fullyposition when High Speed Needle Deliver to approximately the carburetor elementDirt does not glow or is Low Speed Needle closed position. starting the engine. and dust may lodge in marked places haust Close the high speed Dirt and dust may lodge in marked places burnt out. aust First rota Close 30º needle approximately sket Close LOW SPEED NEEDLE HIGH SPEED NEEDLE ket head is fl Turn the high speed needle clockwise Needle Glow Plug Igniter 30° as needed. This Turn the high speed needle clockwise Fuel Tank Side standard until it stops. This Fuelis the fully closed Do not allow Close High Speed Open Close procedure will be repeated Open until it stops. This is the fully closed Do not allow position. Do not force it to turn further. High Speed bottom of crankcase Needle several times throughout position. Do not force it to turn further. Open bottom of crankcase Needle to touch chassis Mid Needl Open the break-in process.• When the engine starts, warm it up using smooth throttle inputs, to touch chassis increasing the rpm to 2¾ Idle turns Sc out • Idle gap is set approximately 0.5mm open. High speed needle position when medium speed and back to a fast idle in the neutral position with the mixture set rich. Deliver fuel to the carburetor More fuelof the car offCarburetor Less the fuelengine. fuelplug approx 0.5mm starting LeaveMore the glow igniter connected, and fuel keep theLess wheels the ground.Body approx 0.5mm the high speed inside edges bearers The slightly rich mixture will provideChamfer adequateClose lubrication andofcooling indicated by profuse Pliers 30º inside Chamfer of bearers Approx. 0.5mm open needleedges approximately exhaust smoke. Pliers HIGH SPEED NEEDLE Approx. 0.5mm open Needle factory setting with the 30° as needed. This Fuel Tank Side Fuel factory setting with the restrictor removed. Close procedure will be repeated Open restrictor removed. several times throughout Carburetor Body Ball Link Carburetor Body the break-in process. Ball Link Rotate the low speed needle until the head approx 1mm High Speed Needle • Theapprox opening1mm should be approximately 0.5mm with the restrictor removed. Rotate the low speed needle until the head Less fuel More fuel High Speed Needle sticks out 0.5mm from the ball link body. 17 18 sticks out 0.5mm from the ball link body. This is the standard position. This is the standard position. Crankshaft Slight taper • light taper Identify and note the flywheel position when the piston is at Bottom Dead Center (BDC).