The BT-24M is a gas/2-cycle engine with a displacement of 1.45 cu in, horsepower of 3.0hp, and an ignition style of spring-assisted recoil starter. It has an RPM range of 4000-12000 and is manufactured by FUJI-IMVAC INC. It weighs 3.13 lbs and comes with safety tips and warnings.
This document is the Operator's Manual for the FUJI-IMVAC BT-24M, a 2-cycle gas engine designed specifically for use in model boats. The manual provides essential specifications, including a displacement of 1.45 cu in and a maximum RPM of 12,000. It includes critical safety warnings regarding fuel handling, propeller balance, and engine temperature.
| Displacement | 1.45 cu in [23.9cc] |
|---|---|
| Horsepower | 3.0hp [2.18kw] |
| R.P.M. | 4000 - 12,000rpm |
| Fuel Type | Gas/2-cycle engine oil |
| Weight w/Muffler | 3.13 Ibs [1.4kg] |
The engine needs to be run with a fuel mixture containing a 25:1 (4% oil) fuel/oil ratio for about an hour.
Once the engine is broken in, use a 40:1 (2.5% oil) fuel/oil mix.
The recommended spark plug gap is 0.016" to 0.024" [0.4mm to 0.6mm].
The throttle servo should be installed at least 12" [305mm] away from the engine to avoid radio interference.