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RCGF35CCRE Operator's Manual
(note: the spare parts list and dimension of engine are in the end of manual)
RCGF 35cc
Parameter:
Type : 2 cycle piston valve type gasoline engine for airplane
Piston displacement Cylinder (cc) : 35cc
(2.13 cu in)
Bore x Stroke (mm): 1.53 in(39mm) x 1.18 in (30mm)
Carburetor : RCGF
Ignition : DC-CDI (Computer Controlled auto advance, electronic ignition system)
Power supply: 4.8-8.4V
Maximum Output :4.1HP@9000
Requires: Gasoline, 2-cycle oil, ignition battery & propeller
speed rang : 1500-9000rpm
Gasoline-Version : Pre-mixed Fuel, 25-40 (Gasoline):1 , Recommend:30:1
(90% high otcane unleaded gasoline, Import gas into carbon fiber installations valves)
Lubrication Oil : 2 cycle engine oil
Propeller : 19X8 7900rpm (Standard Two leafs prop)
Suggested Propellers: 19x8 & 20x8,20X10
Suggested Break-in Prop: 19x8
Sparking plug: NGK CM6 Type
Cooling System : Air Cooled
RCGF engine package Includes: electronic CDI ignition, muffler, spark plug, gaskets,
bolts, stand off,throttle arm extension & manual.
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- Page 1 Propeller : 19X8 7900rpm (Standard Two leafs prop) Suggested Propellers: 19x8 & 20x8,20X10 Suggested Break-in Prop: 19x8 Sparking plug: NGK CM6 Type Cooling System : Air Cooled RCGF engine package Includes: electronic CDI ignition, muffler, spark plug, gaskets, bolts, stand off,throttle arm extension & manual.
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Page 2: Spare Parts List
19.0 lb (8.6kg) @ 5,900 ft (1800 m) altitude SPARE PARTS LIST (1) 1pc RCGF-35cc Gas Engine (2) 1pc RCGF Spark Plug (NGK CM6 size) (3) 1pc Muffler with gasket and bolts (5X16 mm) (4) 4pcs stand offs (5) 8pcs 5 x 20 mm bolts... -
Page 3: Safety Tips And Warnings
Safety Tips and Warnings ● This engine is not a toy. Please place your safety and the safety of others paramount while operating. RCGF will not be responsible for any safety issues or accidents involving this engine. ● Operate the engine in a properly ventilated area. - Page 4 ● To avoid permanent damage to the electronic ignition system, never rotate the propeller on your RCGF engine with the electronic ignition system switched on and the plug not installed in the plug cap.
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Page 5: Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions Prepare the engine for installation Before beginning installation it’s a good idea to plan location of the various components of the engine. Many of the following steps may need to be completed in a different order than listed. 1. - Page 6 3. Connect the kill switch lead to the red connector from the ignition control module using the lead from the kill switch or with the included three pin connector with pig tail. Use one of the included three pin securing clips to secure the connection. 4.
- Page 7 9. Install the spark plug into the engine cylinder (7-8lbs torque). Installing the RCGF 35cc on Your Airplane Note: The RCGF 35CC must be installed on at least a 9.5mm [3/8”] firewall. The firewall must be securely glued to the airplane. Use triangle stock and pin the firewall with hardwood dowels to reinforce the firewall glue joints.
- Page 8 4. Install the throttle servo at least 12” [305mm] away from the engine. Make sure that you get the carburetor’s full range of rotation with your servo travel. Be sure to use a non- metallic linkage. 5. Install the choke servo (optional) at least 12” [305mm] away from the engine. Be sure to use a non-metallic linkage.
- Page 9 7. Install the muffler onto the engine. Be sure to use threadlocker and that the ignition wire does not contact the muffler. 8. Cut all necessary clearance, carburetor adjustment, cooling, and exhaust holes in the cowl. 9. Make sure the cowl is secured to the airplane and that the knurled thrust washer protrudes from the cowl by at least 3.2mm [1/8”].
- Page 10 Drill and Install the Propeller The easiest way to drill the propeller to fi t the hub is to use a drill guide. If you do not have a drill guide, you can use the following method to drill your propeller. Most propellers within the recommended size range have a 0.393"...
- Page 11 4. Place the propeller on the crankshaft at the one o’clock position. 5. Mark the location of one of the outer holes while the propeller is in the beginning of the compression stroke position. Use a Dead Center Hole Locator to center and start the hole.
- Page 12 Be sure to use thread locker. Adjustment of the Engine Each RCGF Engine has been factory preset. However, differences in elevation will influence the performance of the carburetor. To obtain optimum output of the engine, slight adjustment of the carburetor may be necessary Engine Functions and Adjustments 1.
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Page 13: Ignition Timing Adjustment
needle to the fully stop/closed position and then turn back 1.5 turn.) High Speed Needle Adjustment Turning the High-speed Needle clockwise will lean the fuel/ air mixture at high speeds. Turning the low-speed Needle counter-clockwise will richen the fuel/air mixture at high speeds. -
Page 14: Starting Procedures
There are two recommended ways to start the RCGF 35cc: A. Manual Starting Note: When hand starting the RCGF 35cc, use a thick glove or heavy duty starter stick to protect your hand. 1. The propeller should be installed on the drive washer at the one o’clock position and at the beginning of the compression stroke so that it’s comfortable to flip it through... -
Page 15: Engine Troubleshooting
3. Switch the ignition to ON, close the choke plate on the carburetor and open the throttle slightly from the idle position. 4. Use your electric starter to turn the engine over for several seconds, until a popping sound is heard. This indicates that the engine is firing. 5. - Page 16 Digital Tachometer. Many of the RCGF 8.4 V Ignition modules have an additional lead to plug into the Digital Tachometer. If your 6.V old ignition module does not have this additional lead, the Digital Tachometer can still be used.
- Page 17 RCGF 8.4 V Ignition modules use the Digital Tachometer Engine Maintenance Please clean the fuel filter in the RCGF Carburetor periodically. Failure to do so may result in miss-calibration of the needle adjustments. In order to do this it is necessary to remove the Phillips head screw which secures the carburetor filter cover and the carburetor filter gasket.
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Page 18: Warranty Information
If you need carburetor spare parts please contact our service center on local. Warranty Information The RCGF-35RE has a two year limited warranty through RCGF service center beginning at the date of purchase. Please retain your receipt as your proof of purchase.
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