O.S. FT-160 Engine Owner's Instruction Manual

This manual introduces the safety operation, assembly, maintenance of O.S. horizontal opposed twin-cylinder engine

Brand: O.S. Engines
Document type: User Manual
Language: English
Pages: 17
File format: PDF
File size: 1.2 MB
Published: 08 August, 2012
Updated: 01 October, 2023
MD5 checksum: AEE1969EF74CAC2154379E2ED9B128B3
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About this manual

The document is an owner's instruction manual for the O.S. FT-160 (Gemini-160), a 26.5cc horizontally-opposed twin-cylinder overhead-valve four-stroke-cycle engine designed specifically for model aircraft. It emphasizes safety regarding propeller hazards, fuel toxicity, and carbon monoxide exhaust before operation.

What's inside

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS
INTRODUCTION, TOOLS AND ACCESSORIES
ENGINE PARTS NAME
INSTALLATION
PROPELLER, FUEL TANK
GLOWPLUGS, GLOWPLUG HEATING
FUEL AND LUBRICATION, STARTING
RUNNING-IN (Breaking-in)
THROTTLE VALVE ADJUSTMENT
CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Specifications

Displacement	26.5cc (1.62cu.in)

Frequently asked questions

What type of starter is recommended for this engine?

An electric starter is recommended for this engine.

Where should the carburetor be installed relative to the crankcase?

The carburetor should be installed below the crankcase so that the exhaust pipes point downwards.

What safety distance is recommended for onlookers during flight preparation?

Onlookers, especially small children, should be kept at least 20 feet or 6 meters away.

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