O.S. MAX-12/15LD Engine User Manual

This document is an instruction manual for an engine, emphasizing safety instructions and warnings, and providing information on basic engine parts, installation, starting, maintenance, etc.


O.S. MAX-12/15LD Engine User Manual - cover page
Brand
O.S. Engines
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
29
File format
PDF
File size
604 KB
Published
08 August, 2012
Updated
29 September, 2023
Model
MAX-12
MD5 checksum
81589F5209BEC67E7B13282640930307

About this manual

This manual covers the safe operation and maintenance of the O.S. MAX-12 and MAX-15LD glowplug engines. It includes essential safety instructions regarding fuel handling and exhaust fumes, as well as detailed guidance on installing the engine shield, throttle linkage, and air cleaner. Specific sections address the recoil starter mechanism and glowplug care to ensure optimal performance and longevity.

What's inside

  • SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS
  • INTRODUCTION, BASIC ENGINE PARTS
  • INSTALLATION
  • THROTTLE LINKAGE
  • AIR CLEANER
  • NOTES CONCERNING THE RECOIL STARTER
  • GLOWPLUGS
  • STARTING THE ENGINE & RUNNING-IN
  • CARBURETOR CONTROLS
  • CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Specifications

Intended Usemodel cars
Ignition Typeglowplug
Recommended GlowplugsNo.8, A3, and A5
Starter Cord Limit45cm (18")

Frequently asked questions

What is the recommended use for this engine?

This engine is intended for model cars and should not be used for any other purpose.

How should the recoil starter be handled?

Do not attempt to disassemble the recoil starter, as the strong spring inside can be ejected dangerously.

What are the recommended O.S. glowplugs?

The recommended O.S. plugs are No.8, A3, and A5.

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