NOTICE
All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of
Horizon Hobby, Inc. For up-to-date product literature, visit horizonhobby.com and click on the support tab for this
product.
Meaning of Special Language
The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when
operating this product:
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND a little
or no possibility of injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a
possibility of serious injury.
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral
damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of superficial injury.
WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the
product before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the
product, personal property and cause serious injury.
This is a sophisticated hobby product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and
requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This product is not intended for
use by children without direct adult supervision. Do not attempt disassembly, use with incompatible
components or augment product in any way without the approval of Horizon Hobby, Inc. This manual
contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the
instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly
and avoid damage or serious injury.
Additional Safety Precautions and Warnings
Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.
As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating it in a manner that does not
endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the product or the property of others.
Always operate your model in open spaces away from full-size vehicles, traffic and people.
Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional support equipment (chargers,
rechargeable battery packs, etc.).
Keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of the reach of children.
Moisture causes damage to electronics. Avoid water exposure to all equipment not specifically designed and protected for this purpose.
Never lick or place any portion of your model in your mouth as it could cause serious injury or even
death.
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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the newest
and one of the most technically advanced 2-stroke
model airplane engines in the world. Whether
you are new to the sport of model aviation or an
experienced flier, you will enjoy the features of the
new Evolution® Engines Control Line (CL) Engine.
The Evolution .60NX CL Engine is designed to be
the most powerful yet controllable in its class,
extremely easy to start and operate, and provide
years of enjoyable service. It incorporates many
purpose built design features optimized for its use
in the precision aerobatics arena; unique porting
on cylinder liner for stunt, unique crankcase
to support the porting in the liner, optimized
combustion chamber design and a relocated needle
valve assembly to fit most everyone’s current
installations. Add to that the extreme lightweight
of this powerhouse and it is a winner from the word
go. Every feature is designed to ensure success
with your new engine.
This user’s guide is intended to provide the basic
information to operate and maintain your Evolution
CL Engine.
Important: While the Evolution engine is extremely
easy to operate, if this is your first experience flying
a model airplane, it is highly recommended that
you have the help of an experienced modeler during
the first few flights. Your local hobby store or flying
club can put you in touch with an experienced pilot
in your area.
Included Items
Engine
Muffler (Standard) EVO100601
Muffler (Tongue) EVO060601L
Muffler Screw Gasket Set EVO100E46A
Glow Plug (2 & 4 Cycle) EVOGP1
Wrench
Instructions
Decal Sheet
Optional Items
Glow Plug (2 & 4 Cycle) EVOGP1
Glow Plug Wrench HAN2510
Manual Fuel Pump HAN118
Blue Block After Run Oil EVOX1001
Metered Glow Driver with Ni-Cd HAN7101
PowerPro™ 12V Starter HAN161
Fieldmate™ Prebuilt Flight Box HAN117
Glow Plug
Venturi
Glow Plug
Venturi
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Mounting the Engine
Securely tighten all engine mounting screws and re-check tightness
before each flying session.
All model airplanes include an engine mount of some
type. It is extremely important that the engine be securely
mounted to the airplane’s engine mount. Follow the
instructions included with the airplane for mounting
the engine.
WARNING: Before each flying session, check
that all engine mounting screws are securely
tightened.
Installing the Muffler
Using the included muffler mounting screws and lock
washers, attach your choice muffler with the included
hex wrench. Be sure the lock washers are placed over the
screws and that one gasket is placed between the muffler
and the engine. A second gasket is included as a spare.
Securely tighten both screws with moderate torque. The
exhaust outlet of the muffler can be rotated to allow the
exhaust outlet to be repositioned for various applications.
Failure to do so could result in product malfunction,
damage and injury.
WARNING: This product can become extremely
hot when in use, which could lead to burns.
NOTICE: Only use this product with parts specified in the
product literature.
Note: After five runs, retighten the muffler mounting
screws. Heat and vibration from these first few runs can
cause the gasket to compress. Once the muffler screws
are retightened, they will remain tight and leak-free until
the muffler is removed. Also, if you have chosen the tubestyle muffler, tighten the muffler thru-bolt at this time
as well—loosen the lock nut on the back of the muffler,
tighten the thru-bolt via the screwhead at the front of the
muffler then retighten the lock nut at the rear.
EVO Team Tip:
One of the many causes of a muffler loosening is
the paper gasket material becoming crushed by
The muffler mounting accessory package includes mounting screws
(2), lock washers (2), muffler gaskets (2) and an L- wrench.
the muffler mounting to the engine.This leads to
the screws actually loosening on their own. The
surfaces, engine crankcase mount and muffler
mounting face, are machined surfaces, so there
should be little, if any, leaks between these two
surfaces. We suggest mounting the muffler without
the included gasket.
1. Loosen the lock nut on the back of the muffler and then
loosen the assembly screw.
2. Rotate the rear half of the muffler to the desired
position.
3. Tighten the assembly screw first and then tighten the
lock nut.
WARNING: Read and follow all instructions and
precautions before use.
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