Hudy Ultimate Break-In Bench Instruction Manual

For all 1/8 & 1/10 nitro engines

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BREAK-IN BENCH
FOR ALL 1/8 & 1/10 NITRO ENGINES
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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  • Page 1 BREAK-IN BENCH FOR ALL 1/8 & 1/10 NITRO ENGINES INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    EXPLODED VIEW............4 EQUIPMENT REQUIRED FOR OPERATION.......5 FACTORY PRE-ASSEMBLED..........7 ASSEMBLY..............8 The HUDY Engine Break-In Bench is the ultimate tool for PREPARATION............11 easy, safe, and professional break-in of your .12/.15/.21ci engine (with 5mm extended crankshaft). It allows for a STARTING THE ENGINE..........13 controlled break-in process that reduces wear &...
  • Page 3: Safety First

    SAFETY FIRST noisy and poses great hazards. Always follow these safety precautions: The HUDY Engine Break-In Bench is NOT A TOY, it is a precision-manufactured hardware tool; if used improperly • Wear safety glasses, ear protectors, and gloves. it can injure you or others nearby and/or cause damage to property or your nitro engine.
  • Page 4: Exploded View

    EXPLODED VIEW 356200 358680 358602 104142 104168 104162 104164 104160 104169 104166...
  • Page 5: Equipment Required For Operation

    EQUIPMENT REQUIRED FOR OPERATION EnginE ExhAust systEm The HUDY Engine Break-In Bench Use a compatible, high-quality is designed for use with all exhaust system when breaking .12/.15/.21ci nitro engines with in your engine. Be sure to use a 5mm extended crankshaft. The...
  • Page 6 We recommend crankshaft. We recommend using high-quality tools such as using tools from reputable those offered by HUDY. manufacturers. AllEn wREnchEs ElEctRic dRill High-quality Allen wrenches An electric drill is required to (2.0mm and 2.5mm) are...
  • Page 7: Factory Pre-Assembled

    FACTORY PRE-ASSEMBLED A hairdryer or heat gun is recommended to pre-heat the The HUDY Engine Break-in Bench is pre-assembled at the engine prior to initial starting. factory with the exception of the fuel tank and stands, which must be installed before use. Attach the two plastic...
  • Page 8: Assembly

    AttAch thE pRopEllER ASSEMBLY 1. Use a crankshaft or piston locking tool to prevent the sEtting thE EnginE mounts crankshaft from rotating. This may require the removal of the crankcase rear plate or glowplug, respectively. 1. Remove the engine mounts from the base plate. 2.
  • Page 9 mounting thE EnginE 1. Re-attach the engine mounts to the base plate, and align the engine so the spinner is centered in the safety cover. Tighten the bottom engine mount screws.the 5. Thread the spinner onto the crankshaft, and tighten engine position if necessary.
  • Page 10 3. Attach the exhaust pipe header to the engine exhaust outlet; remember to use the proper gasket and springs. Attach the pipe to the exhaust mounting wire and tighten the setscrew securely. 5. Use a length of silicone fuel tubing to connect the exhaust pipe pressure fitting to the fuel tank cap pressure fitting.
  • Page 11: Preparation

    mounting thE BEnch PREPARATION This section describes steps to take to prepare for engine break-in. fuEl tuBing fREE fRom cuts And lEAks Cuts in the fuel tubing will cause fuel leaks and make the engine run too lean. clEAR AREA ARound BREAk-in BEnch Since an air filter is not used during break-in on the bench, any swirling dirt that gets into the carb may cause internal engine damage.
  • Page 12 thRottlE contRol mEchAnism is tight pRE-hEAt thE EnginE Make sure the throttle control mechanism is not too loose; it should remain in its set position and not move freely. Before starting the engine for the first time, pre-heat the engine head with a hairdryer or heat gun. This expands the sleeve slightly, allows for easier starting, and prevents covER EnginE fins with foil tApE excessive wear that a cold engine is subject to.
  • Page 13: Starting The Engine

    • Only make engine adjustments when the engine is not STARTING THE ENGINE running. Stop the engine by fully closing the carburetor. This section describes how to properly start the engine on • Avoid touching the cylinder head or the exhaust pipe as the bench, and some safety precautions to take.
  • Page 14 4. Apply the glowplug starter to the glowplug, press the spinner driver firmly against the spinner, and turn on the 2. Fill the fuel tank. drill (running CCW or “reverse”). 5. If the engine does not fire up within 5sec, try doing the following: a.
  • Page 15: Break-In Process

    & sleeve and other engine components. After installing the engine in the HUDY Engine Break-In Bench and performing the break-in preparation, then break in the engine by performing the following steps: 1.
  • Page 16 3. For the first tank of fuel, run the engine at 25% EnginE tEmpERAtuRE throttle. Throughout the break-in process, regularly check the The engine should run very slightly rich. If not, stop the engine temperature to ensure it stays within the range engine by closing the throttle completely and pinching of 200–250°F.
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    EnginE is vERy sluggish, hARd to stARt, And will not TROUBLESHOOTING idlE duRing initiAl BREAk in EnginE spins But will not stARt • The factory default break-in settings (on the carburetor) may be too rich for your location, weather conditions, •...
  • Page 18: Warranty

    EnginE pERfoRmAncE is sluggish WARRANTY • Engine performance depends on the carb settings and This product is guaranteed to be free from defects in how they compensate for the weather & atmospheric materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the conditions.
  • Page 19 NOTES...
  • Page 20 HUDY , Pred Polom 762, 91101 Trencin, Slovakia, Europe HUDY , Pred Polom 762, 91101 Trencin, Slovakia, Europe...

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