Before using any nitro model it is very important that you check the following:
- -Receiver Battery is fully charged
- -Range check (Stand a distance away from the model and make sure it is responding to the radio control correctly. Ideally do this with someone else so you can stand as far away as you want to use the model.
- -Transmitter Battery is fully charged
- -Glow Plug is tight and glow start is fully charged
- -Ensure engine flywheel is tight and tighten if needed
- -Loctite and tighten any loose nuts, screws or bolts
- -Clutch-bell and Spur Gear mesh is correct or you will strip the gears
- -Nylon cable ties for exhaust are tight
- -Clean & Re-Oil or replace Foam Air Filter element if needed
- -Ensure all servo linkages are straight and in proper alignment when the radio equipment is turned on. Adjust if needed.
- -Ensure fuel system is free of obstruction, line pinches, dirt & leaks
- -Clean entire car after every tank
The above maintenance should be carried out ideally after every run.
The main engine adjustment screw would have been pre-set at the factory and we would have double checked it to make sure it is correct for running the engine in. In 99% of cases this screw will not need touching until after you have run the engine in, if you wish to fine tune it. If you do loose the starting position of the screw or want to check it then the top of the screw should be just 1 - 2 mm below the top of the screw casing.
