O.S. Engines 21VG-PX User Manual

It is of vital importance, before attempting to operate your eng ine, to read the gene ral 'SA FETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS' section on pages 2-5 of this booklet and to strictly adhere to the advice contained therein.
Also, please study the entire contents of this instruction manual, so as to familiarize yourself with the controls and other features of the engine.
Keep these instructions in a safe place so that you may readily refer to them whenever necessary.
It is suggested that any instructions supplied with the vehicle, radio control equipment, etc., are accessible for checking at the same time.
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CONTENTS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS ABOUT YOUR O.S. ENGINE
ENGINE CONSTRUCTION, NOTES WHEN APPLYING AN ELECTRIC STARTER
INSTRUCTIONS
BASIC ENGINE PARTS
TOOLS, ACCESSORIES, etc.
STANDARD ACCESSORIES
CARBURETOR CONTROLS, INSTALLATION OF THE CARBURETOR
NOTES CONCERNING THE RECOIL STARTER
GLOWPLUG
ENGINE INSTALLATION
STARTING THE ENGINE & RUNNING-IN ('Breaking-in)
FINAL ADJUSTMENT
TROUBLE SHOOTING
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
EXPLODED ENGINES VIEWS & PARTS LIST
CARBURETOR EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST
O.S. GENUINE PARTS & ACCESSORIES
THREE VIEW DRAWING
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Remember that your engine is not a "toy", but a highly efficient internal­combustion machine whose power is capable of harming you, or others, if it is misused. As owner, you, alone, are responsible for the safe operation of your engine, so act with discretion and care at all times. If at some future date, your O.S. engine is acquired by another person, we would respectfully request that these instructions are also passed on to its new owner.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS ABOUT YOUR O.S. ENGINE
The advice which follows applies basically to ALL MODEL ENGINES and is grouped under two headings according to the degree of damage or danger which might arise through misuse or neglect.
WARNINGS
NOTES
These cover events which might involve serious (in extreme circumstances, even fatal) injury.
These cover the many other possibilities, generally less obvious sources of danger, but which, under certain circumstances, may also cause damage or injury.
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WARNINGS
Model engine fuel is poi­sonous. Do not allow it to come into contact with the eyes or mouth. Always store it in a clearly marked con­tainer and out of the reach of children.
Model engine fuel is also highly flammable. Keep it away from an open flame, excessive heat, sources of sparks, or anything else which might ignite it. Do not smoke or allow anyone else to smoke, near to it.
Never operate your engine in an en­closed space. Model engines, like automobile engines, exhaust deadly carbon-monoxide. Run your engine only in an open area.
Model engines generate considerable heat. Do not touch any part of your engine until it has cooled. Contact with the muffler (silencer), cylinder head or exhaust header pipe, in particular, may result in a serious burn.
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NOTES
Before starting the engine, always check the tightness of all the screws and nuts especially those of joint and movable parts such as throttle arm. Missing retightening the loose screws and nuts often causes the parts breakage that is capable of harming you.
This engine is intended for model cars. Do not attempt to use it for any other purpose.
Mount the engine in your model securely, following the manufacturer's recommendations, using appropriate screws and locknuts.
Install an effective silencer (muffler). Frequent close exposure to a noisy exhaust (especially in the case of the more powerful highspeed engines) may eventually impair your hearing and such noise is also likely to cause annoyance to others over a wide area.
The wearing of safety glasses is also strongly recommended.
Take care that the glowplug clip or battery leads do not come into contact with rotating parts. Also check that the linkage to the throttle arm is secure.
For their safety, keep all onlookers (especially small children) well back (at least 20 feet or 6 meters) when preparing your model for running.
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To stop the engine, fully retard the throttle stick and trim lever on the trans­mitter, or, in an emergency, cut off the fuel supply by pinching the fuel delivery line from the tank.
Warning! Immediately after a glowplug­ignition engine has been run and is still warm, conditi ons s ometimes exist whereby it is just possible for the engine to abruptly restart if it is rotated over compression WITHOUT the glowplug battery being reconnected.
Pull the operating handle straight out when starting the engine, so that the cord does not rub against the vehicle body or engine. This will help prevent the cord from being damaged by abrasion or engine heat.
Do not extend the starter cord more than 40cm (16"). Do not abruptly release the operating handle. Allow the cord to rewind smoothly while still holding the handle.
Do not attempt to disassemble the recoil starter of the 21VG-PX. If you do so, the very strong spring inside will be suddenly ejected. This can be very dangerous.
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Piston
Cylinder Liner
Crankshaft
ENGINE CONSTRUCTION
With this engine, the piston will feel tight at the top of its stroke (TDC) when the engine is cold. This is normal. The cylinder bore has a slight taper. The piston and cylinder are designed to achieve a perfect running clearance when they reach operating temperature.
Near TDC
Slight taper
When the engine is cold.
When the engine is hot.
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Notes when starting the engine
Do not over-prime. This could cause a hydraulic lock and damage the engine on application of the electric starter or recoil starter. If over-primed, remove glowplug, close the needle-valve and apply starter or pull recoil starter to pump out surplus fuel. Cover the head with a rag to prevent any pumped out fuel from getting into your eyes.
Remove the glowplug.
Pump out surplus fuel.
Install the glowplug.
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This manual handles the following three versions.
MAX-21VG SERIES INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE
As delivered, the engine has its carburetor lightly fit into its intake. Secure it according to the INSTALLATION OF THE CARBURETOR section.
MAX-
21VG-P
with 21F carburetor
The 21VG Series engines are developed for 1/8 scale R/C cars. They are rear exhaust engines designed for sport use. For easier handling newly designed 21F carburetor these engines are equipped with a and also a No.8 glowplug is supplied. They have mild and smooth accelerating characteristics which are most suitable for sport runs. Recoil starter incorporated versions which eliminate the need for a separate electric starter and starter battery are also available.
MAX-21VG-PX with 21F carburetor
(Pilot Shaft)
(Pilot Shaft, with recoil starter)
About pilot shaft
Both engines are equipped with Pilot Shaft crankshafts for use with the Centrax type clutch. These are also known as "SG" shafts.
MAX-
21VG-P ES
with 21F carburetor
(Pilot Shaft, for Roto Starter)
ROTO STARTER is the product name of HPI RACING.
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MAX-21VG-PX
Heatsink Head
Carburetor Type 21F
Crankshaft
Crankcase
Mounting Lugs
Exhaust
Starter Handle
Recoil Starter Assembly No.N3
Rear Adaptor
BASIC ENGINE PARTS
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Items necessary for starting
TOOLS, ACCESSORIES, etc.
The following items are necessary for operating the engine.
FUEL
Generally, it is suggested that the user selects a fuel that is commercially available for model two-stroke engines and contains 10-30% nitromethane.
As a starting point, we recommend a fuel containing 20% nitromethane, changing to a fuel containing more nitro if necessary. When the brand of fuel is changed, or the nitro content increased, it is advisable to repeat the running-in procedure referred to in the RUNNING­IN paragraphs. Please note that with high-nitro fuels, although power may be increased for com pe tition purposes , glow pl ug elements do not last as long and engine life will be shorter.
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REMINDER!
Model engine fuel is poisonous. Do not allow it to come into contact with the eyes or mouth. Always store it in a clearly marked container and out of the reach of children.
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Model engine fuel is also highly flammable. Keep it away from open flame, excessive heat, sources of sparks, or anything else which might ignite it. Do not smoke or allow anyone else to smoke, near to it.
GLOWPLUG IGNITER
Commercialy available handy glowplug heater in which the glowplug battery and battery leads are integrated.
FUEL FILTER
To be installed in the fuel line between fuel tank and carburetor to prevent dust from entering the carburetor.
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FUEL PUMP
For filling the fuel tank, a simple, poly­ethylene "squeeze" bottle, with a suit­able spout, is required.
STARTER BOX
For starting the engine. It is not necessary for 21VG­PX
SILICONE FUEL LINE
Heatproof silicone tubing of approx. 5mm o.d. and 2mm i.d. is required for the connection between the fuel tank and engine.
TOOLS
HEX SCREWDRIVER
SCREWDRIVER
Necessary for engine installation.
1.5mm, 2mm, 2.5mm, 3mm
Necessary for carburetor adjustments. No.1, No.2, etc
LONG SOCKET WRENCH WITH PLUG GRIP
Recommended for easy removal and replacement of the angled and recessed glowplug, the O.S.Long Socket Wrench incorporates a special grip.
ROTO START
For starting the 21VG-P ES.
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MAX-21VG-P, MAX-21VG-PX, MAX-21VG-P ES
Standard accessories
Glow Plug No.8 1piece
Exhaust Seal Ring 1piece
INSTALLING THE GLOWPLUG
Fit washer to glowplug and insert carefully into cy­linder-head, making sure that it is not cross-threa­ded before tightening firmly.
Install the exhaust seal ring supplied.
Exhaust Seal Ring
Glowplug
Socket Wrench
Washer
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CARBURETOR CONTROLS
The Needle-Valve(Adjusted at the factory):
Three adjustable controls are provided on this carburetor.
For adjusting the mixture strength when the throttle is fully open.
The Mixture Control Screw (Adjusted at the factory):
For setting the idle speed:
For adjusting the mixture strength at part-throttle and idle speed, to obtain steady idling and smooth acceleration to mid speed.
The Metering Needle (Adjusted at the factory):
NOTE : Readjustment may b e n ecessary, occasionally to allow for changes in fuel formula, gear ratio or clutch engagement point.
Metering Needle
Needle Valve
Ball Link No.5
Dust Cover
Carburetor Type 21F
Fuel Inlet
Needle Holder
Mixture Control Screw
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INSTALLATION OF THE CARBURETOR
As delivered, the engine has its carburetor lightly fit into the intake boss. Secure it as follows.
Rotate the retainer screw gently until it stops, then tighten a further 60-90˚. Do not overtighten the screw as this will damage the carburetor body.
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Rotate the retainer nut gently until it stops.
Tighten a further 60-90˚
Fuel Inlet
Needle Holder
Ball Link
Retaining Screw
Loosen the retainer screw, rotate the carburetor to its correct position and make sure that it is pressed well down into the intake boss, compressing the rubber gasket, before retightening the screw.
NOTE
As delivered, the engine has its carburetor lightly fit into its intake. Secure it changing its angle according to the car chassis.
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When changing the ball link direction, loosen the retaining screw with a 1.5mm Hex wrench.
After changed the fuel inlet direction, tighten the needle holder slowly and gently until it stops. Then, tighten 45~60 degrees further. Do not tighten further or the fuel inlet will be distorted, which may result in fuel leaking.
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NOTES CONCERNING THE RECOIL STARTER
REMINDER!
Do not attempt to disassemble the recoil starter. If you do so, the very strong spring inside will be suddenly ejected. This can be very dangerous.
Do not extend the starter cord more than 40cm (1 6"). Do not abruptl y rele ase the operating handle. Allow the cord to rewind smoothly while still holding the handle.
Pull the operating handle straight out when starting the engine, so that the cord does not rub against the vehicle body or engine.
This will help prevent the cord from being damaged by abrasion or engine heat.
Try to avoid spilling fuel over the starter unit and its cord. Some fuels have a detrimental effect on these parts.
The starter prevents the engine from being rotated in the wrong direction.The unit will be damaged if you attempt to force the flywheel in the opposite direc­tion (i.e. clockwise when viewed from the crankshaft end).
Starter Handle
16" 40cm MAX!
It is suspected that the engine is over-primed when the pulling load is too heavy to pull the starter. In this case, refer to page 7 and TROUBLE SHOOTING about over priming.
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