O.S. 160FX Engine User Manual

This article introduces safety information, operating instructions, installation instructions, maintenance instructions, etc. about O.S. engine


O.S. 160FX Engine User Manual - cover page
Brand
O.S. Engines
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
20
File format
PDF
File size
899 KB
Published
08 August, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
Model
160FX
MD5 checksum
8E85BAF9BFB4CB09D04C5209C22E313C

About this manual

The document serves as a comprehensive instruction booklet for the O.S. 160FX internal-combustion engine designed specifically for R/C aircraft. It emphasizes strict adherence to safety warnings regarding propeller hazards, fuel handling, and carbon monoxide exhaust before attempting operation.

Key sections cover the installation of basic parts such as glow plugs, remote needle valves, silencers (mufflers), and fuel tanks. The guide details proper beam mounting techniques for hardwood or aluminum mounts, throttle linkage adjustment to prevent binding, and carburetor cleanliness maintenance.

What's inside

  • SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS
  • INTRODUCTION
  • BASIC ENGINE PARTS
  • INSTALLATION OF THE ENGINE
  • THROTTLE LINKAGE INSTALLATION
  • INSTALLATION OF SILENCER (MUFFLER)
  • FUEL TANK LOCATION
  • GLOWPLUGS AND FUEL
  • STARTING PROCEDURE
  • ENGINE CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Specifications

Recommended Fuel Tank Capacity450-550cc
Flight Time Duration10-12 minute flights
Recommended Glow Plug NumbersNos. 8, A5 and A3

Frequently asked questions

What type of engine is the O.S. 160FX designed for?

This engine was designed for model aircraft.

Is it safe to operate the engine in an enclosed space?

No, you should never operate your engine in an enclosed space because model engines exhaust deadly carbon-monoxide.

What tools are required to secure the mounting nuts?

A 10mm wrench is required to secure the nuts.

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