YS 80ST User Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

80ST (Helicopter Engine)

Fig.1

43.5mm 25mm

Hover Needle

Low Needle

High Needle

Factory Set
Do Not Adjust

FEATURES

The YS 80ST is the latest in helicopter engine technology from
YS. It is a bored and stroked version of our popular
YS61ST -2 which has been optimized to provide the ultimate
in reliable horsepower for your helicopter.

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New large bore cylinder design for superior operation.

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New carburetor design for easier adjustments.

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Factory preset fuel regulator.

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Same physical size as YS61ST-2 making it easy to
add more power to your helicopter.

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Up to 20% more power than your present helicopter
engine.

SPECIFICATIONS

52mm

Fuel Filter

Tube (B)

Check Valve

Tube (C) 3 15/16"(10cm)

Bore 26.2mm
Stroke 24mm
Displacement 12.93cc
Weight 520g
Practical rpm 2,000 ~17,000

Tube (A)

2. Since the engine is sensitive to dirt in the fuel, a fuel
filter must be used. (We recommend the fuel

filter.)

3. Tube(C) should be set exactly at 3 15/16” or (10cc)
between the engine and check valve. DO NOT use
any other type of check valve. The check valve is
designed exclusively for the 61ST.

4. Adjust your throttle linkage and curve using the
alignment indentations on the carburetor body located
on the throttle arm side of the carb body.
PLEASE NOTE that the hover position is at 40% see
FIG 2.

BREAK-IN

It is not necessary to mount this engine on a set stand for
break-in. However, the engine should be adjusted slightly
on the rich setting for the first few flights to insure proper
break-in. Always use a good quality fuel which contain
15 ~30% nitromethane and an oil content of 20 ~23% low
viscosity oil.

NEEDLE VALVE ADJUSTMENT

Idle, Hover and High needle valves all work the same way .
Turning the needles clockwise will lean the fuel mixtures
and counter clockwise will richen the fuel mixtures.

1. Set needles as described in START-UP.

2. Start the engine and check idle. Adjust as needed.

3. Lift helicopter into a hover and check for the correct
rotor RPM recommended by the kit manufacture.
Once this is done take note of the amount of smoke
being produced by the muffler. The mixture is correct
for hover when there is a steady stream of smoke
being produced.

4. Land the helicopter for approximately 20~30 seconds.
Lift the helicopter into a hover again taking note of the
transition from idle to hover. If the engine exhibits a
large amount of smoke and the throttle response is
sluggish, you will need to adjust the idle and or the
hover needle leaner to achieved a smooth transition.
If the engine detonates and the smoke is inconsistent
or a small amount is produced, the mixture is to lean.

5. The high speed needle refines the fuel mixture for
forward flights without affecting the hovering adjustment.

Fig.2

After the engine is started and warned up, lift off into a
hover and check that the engine is running smooth with
a good trail of smoke. If everything is fine, open the
throttle and enter forward flight. T ake note of the amount
of smoke like we did in a hover adjustment. It is correct
when you see a noticeable steady smoke trail.
Adjust the high-speed needle valve to obtain slightly
rich but consistent setting.

STOPPING THE ENGINE

1. Fully close the throttle barrel to stop the engine.

2. As soon as the engine stops running, be sure that a fuel
line clamp is used in Tube-B to prevent fuel from
flowing into the engine.

3. On the final flight of the day, the fuel line clamp should
be used to stop the engine in order to prevent rust and
corrosion.

FUEL AND GLOW PLUG

We have found that the fuel and glow plugs listed below
will give the best engine performance.

Fuel
Powermaster 30% Special Heli Blend
Cool Power 30% Special Heli Blend

Glow Plug _ Enya #3 OS #8 OS-A3 YS#2

IMPORTANT!

Silicone rubber is used in many parts of the YS engine. Use
only glow fuel of methanol for cleaning. Gasoline and other
volatile solutions will damage silicone if used.

High Speed 100%

CAUTION

Using gear ratios higher than 9.0 to 1 may result in engine
damage from overspeed.

GEAR RATIO

You should be using an engine to main rotor gear ratio of
1-7.5 to 1-8.0. Please check with your helicopter
manufacturer to obtain the correct gear ratio.

INSTALLATION

1. The fuel lines should be connected to the fuel tank
as shown in the above figure. Be careful to install the
check valve in the correct direction. Since the tank is
exposed to high pressures, be sure that all
connections are tight to prevent pressures leakage.

START UP

1. Always remove Tube(A) at the check valve first before
fueling. The fuel tank is pressurized and you need to
relieve the pressure first. Disconnected Tube-b at the
filter and fill the tank. Reconnect Tube(A) and (B).

2. From the fully closed (clockwise) position, turn the
needle valves counter clockwise as follows.

STARTING SETTINGS / OPERATING SETTINGS

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Hover 1.75 open 1.75 ~1.50

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Low 1.25 open 0.75 ~0.50

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Full 1.25 open 1.25 ~0.75

3. Close the throttle to the idle position and connect the
glow plug driver. The engine is now ready for starting.

Low Speed 0%

Hover 40%

YS 80ST Parts List

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PART# DESCRIPTION QTY

1 S4101 Crankcase 1
2 S4102 Cylinder Head 1
3 S4103 Head Gasket 1
4 R6104 Head Screws 6
5 S4105 Cylinder Liner 1
6 S4106 Piston 1
7 S4107 Piston Ring 1
8 S7108 Wrist Pin 1
9 R6108 Wrist Pin Retainer 2
10 S4110 Con Rod 1
11 S4111 Crankshaft 1
12 R6211 Front Bearing 1
13 S7113 Rear Bearing 1
14 R6115 Drive Washer Spacer 1
15 R6217 Propeller Nut 1
16 S7116 Back Plate 1
17 R6119 Back Plate Gasket 1
18 R6120 Back Plate Screw 4
19 S4119 Carburetor Body 1
20 R6122 Carburetor Gasket 1
21 S4121 Throttle Barrel 1
22 R6124 Throttle Barrel Retainer 1
23 F1258S Throttle Stop Screw / Spring 1
25 S4125 Hover Needle Valve 1
26 F1546 Hover Needle O Ring 1
27 F1555 Hover Needle Seat 1
28 F1556 Hover Needle Seat O Ring 2
29 F1557 Needle Detent 1
30 S8130 High Speed Needle 1
31 R6203 High Speed Needle O Ring 1
32 S8132 Low Speed Needle 1
33 S8133 Low Speed Needle O Ring 1
34 F1260S Throttle Arm 1
35 S7132 Carburetor Screws 2
36 S7133 Carburetor Subplate 1
38 S8138A Regulator Assembly 1
39 S7136 Diaphragm 1
40 S7140 Regulator Gasket 1
42 S7143 Nipple / Washer 1
43 S7144 Check Valve 1

S7145 Gasket Set 3
S8146 O Ring Set 5
S4105S Piston / Ring / Liner Set 1
S41 19S Carburetor Assembly 1
S4125S Needle Valve Assembly 1

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WARRANTY

Strict quality control is implemented by our factory in all phases, from
parts manufacturing to final assembly.
If performance deteriorates or a part fails due to a manufacturing
error, YS will repair or replace the engine at no charge in the period of
one year from date of purchase.

Warranty does not cover normal maintenance.

Should the engine be modified, incorrectly assembled or abused, there
will be a normal charge for parts and labor.

Specifications may be changed without prior notice. 2002/M

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