Swiwin SW Brushless Series, SW60B, SW120B, SW140B, SW170B Operation Manual

SWIWIN Turbines

SW Brushless Series

Kero Start

Full Autostart with Auto-Restart

Operations Manual

Introduction

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Risk of Explosion

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Risk of expelled turbine blades (rear)

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Risk of Burns

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Risk of long range effect of inhalation of smoke from turbine oil additives

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Risk of death or injury due to loss of control of a turbine or turbine propelled model

This manual is intended to aid the user in setup and running practices associated with the SWIWIN SW series micro

turbines. This manual is not intended to take the place of a primer on micro-turbines. It is assumed that the user has

working knowledge and experience with turbines and that each user is familiar with best practices before attempting

to run a turbine.

Non- Disclaimer

Turbines are inherently dangerous to run. Please read these instructions completely over and over then read them

over and over AGAIN. You must be entirely familiar with the operation of this turbine before attempting to run this

unit. It is strongly advised that if this is a first time turbine that the user engage the help of a seasoned pilot or turbine

mechanic in order to help to familiarize the user with the operation and to minimize potential risks involved. This

entails risk to the engine and risk to yourself and any bystanders.

SWIWIN USA will not take any responsibility for any damages or injury to the user or bystanders. Our responsibility is

explicitly limited to the motor and to the internal workings and ancillary supplies offered with the turbine.

SWIWIN USA advises ALL users (novice or pro) to test their motors in a test stand before mounting them in a plane.

The reason for this is to familiarize yourself with SWIWIN motor operation and to ensure reliable operation before

mounting the engine in the plane.

If you have any questions, do not run the turbine. If you are unsure about how to operate the unit, do not run the

turbine.

Safety First

Users need to be versed in model jet turbine operation. Purchaser acknowledges the risks and dangers involved.

Turbines are potentially hazardous to operate and pose a risk to the user and any bystanders.

User accepts full responsibility for all risks including those to any bystanders. User accepts responsibility and bares all

risks associated with operation of SWIWIN turbine engines.

Warning to Bystanders

User acknowledges the risk of injury or burns to bystanders during start-up or

while operating a turbine. User agrees to take all steps necessary to ensure that

all persons are situated a safe distance from the operations of the engine.

Please refer to figure 1. Always ensure, that all bystanders maintain a safe

distance from the engine.

clear of the area to the

rarely catastrophically malfunction but in the rare event of an issue, it is best to

maintain a safe distance.

Fire extinguishers – It is absolutely crucial to have at least one CO2 extinguisher

and a Class ABC extinguisher on hand at all times. CO2 is the only recommended

application for a motor fire. A dry chemical extinguisher will work to extinguish a

fire but the residue left behind from dry chemical extinguishers does heavy

damage to a running turbine. If a chemical extinguisher is used to douse a

running engine fire, the motor will need to be completely dissembled and

cleaned.

figure 1

Important Note: Please be sure to inspect all extinguishers each day that a turbine is being used. There are countless

recounts by pilots and assistants where they reached for a fire extinguisher and it was not where it needed to be

and/or the extinguisher was not operational.

Failsafe. Please read carefully the notes on setting the failsafe on your radio to of interference or loss of signal.

Ear Protection – Turbines produce excessive dB levels of noise. when running the engine.

Burns - Exhaust gases are very hot (up to 1000°C) and can cause burns to skin or damage to objects close to it – keep

exhausts clear of anything which is affected by such heat.

Turbine Oil Toxicity - Turbine oil is poisonous. Keep it away from the mouth and eyes andfrom contact with skin. Always

store it in out the role of fireman. Ensure that they are aware of what to do in event of emergency and where to

position the extinguishers.

Turbine Oil – Turbine oil is required for operation of your turbine. Use of any non-approved oil such as 2 cycle oil voids

the warranty.

SWIWIN Limited Lifetime Warranty

SWIWIN warrants each turbine to be free from defects in materials and workmanship during normal usage, according

to the following terms and conditions.

1. The warranty is transferable to any subsequent user. There is a $50 admin fee which will be collected when

ownership of the motor is transferred. Please make sure that each user registers the motor with SWIWIN at the

time of transfer so that service can be maintained on the motor.

2. Warranty period commences on the date of purchase.

3. First year warranty covers all parts except for batteries.

4. Lifetime warranty coverage applies after year one and covers the following items:

a. Combustion chamber

b. Shaft

c. Shaft tunnel

d. Diffuser

e. Injectors

f. NGV

g. Turbine wheel

5. Lifetime Warranty does not cover the following items:

a. Damage to Can

b. Crash Damage

c. Starter motor

d. Glow Plug

e. Any FOD damage including and not limited to:

i. Broken compressor blades ii. Scored intake cover

f. Diffuser

g. Solenoid/valves

h. Pump

i. ECU

j. GSU

Terms

1. Within the initial 1 year warranty period, SWIWIN will repair or replace, at SWIWIN’s discretion, any defective

part(s), with new or factory rebuilt replacement items if such repair or replacement is required and is due to a

malfunction during normal usage.

2. SWIWIN will cover labor charges associated with any warranty repair.

3. SWIWIN warranty coverage is limited to replacement of parts and repair of the unit and does not apply to any

other losses or damages, consequential or inconsequential to the failure.

4. Buyer is required to register the motor with SWIWIN at the time of purchase. Please retain all receipts and

paper work.

5. Buyer agrees to cover the cost of shipping the turbine to SWIWIN USA for repair exclusions.

6. Warranty and/or extended coverage does not apply under the following circumstances:

a. The turbine is used for commercial or institutional (school) use

b. The turbine has been stored improperly

c. The turbine was submerged in water

d. The turbine has been modified in any fashion

e. Any attempt to repair

f. Any dismantling of the turbine

g. Any crash regardless of cause

h. The turbine was not cooled properly

i. Improper electrical connections

j. Turbine serial number has been removed or altered.

k. Turbine is found to have been operated with 2 cycle oil

7. If a problem occurs during the warranty period, please contact our service department and take the following

steps:

a. Contact SWIWIN in order to coordinate shipping of the turbine to the service center for evaluation

and repair.

b. Send the turbine to our repair center. Please include all user information including address and

daytime phone number, email address, etc. Please also include a photo copy of the original sales

receipt.

8. Owner agrees to cover charges for all parts and/or labor charges not covered by this warranty.

9. In the event that a turbine is returned and it is later determined that the engine has failed due to issues that

are not covered under the warranty (see above conditions) the owner will be provided with a repair estimate.

a. If the estimate is refused, the turbine will be returned to the user. Owner agrees to cover all return

shipping costs.

10. This document constitutes the entire warranty between SWIWIN and the owner and supersedes all prior

agreements and/or understandings.

Operation and Setup

Figure 2, Items Included in Motor Kit