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Summary of Contents for Desert Aircraft DA-215

  • Page 1 Owners Manual 10/19...
  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    This motor can cause severe harm to you, and/or others, if misused or if these safety precautions and instructions are not observed. Desert Aircraft is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage resulting from the misuse of its products.
  • Page 3: Motor Installation

    Motor Installation  Mount the motor using high grade 1/4" or 6mm dia. bolts with washers and locking nuts on the rear of the firewall. Make sure your firewall is structurally sound. The crankshaft centerline is in the exact center of the rear mounting plate bolt pattern. ...
  • Page 4: Ignition System

    Holes in the braided shielding can emit R/F noise or loose connections (spark plug caps, connectors and switches).  Timing is set at the factory and should not need adjustment. Contact Desert Aircraft if you have any questions regarding timing.
  • Page 5: Fuel And Oil Mix

    Fuel and Oil Mix  For the DA215, use Premium pump gas, such as 91 to 93 octane.  We recommend purchasing your fuel from “name brand” gas stations. We often see problems with cheaper gas from some discount type outlets. ...
  • Page 6: Troubleshooting

    Starting 1. Check that the prop bolts are tight and spinner is secure. 2. Make sure the starting area is free of dirt, sand, gravel, or other loose debris 3. Turn on the radio system and check the throttle operation and position. 4.
  • Page 7: Maintenance

    Without enough force, the prop may "bounce" off compression and run backwards. IF ANY PROBLEM PERSISTS, PLEASE CONTACT DESERT AIRCRAFT FIRST! We designed and manufactured your engine and have built, serviced, and analyzed thousands more. We cover your engine’s warranty, not someone at the field or a stranger on the internet. Please give us...
  • Page 8  Do not disassemble the motor or ignition system. Disassembly of the motor or ignition system can void the warranty on that item.  Any modifications to the motor, or the ignition system, other than those authorized by Desert Aircraft, will void this warranty.
  • Page 9 Oil used? _____________ Are you the original owner?___________ Gas type? _____________ Exhaust system type? __________________ Has the engine been sent in for service before? _______Why?________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ DESERT AIRCRAFT 1815 S. Research Loop Tucson, AZ 85710 520 722 0607 info@desertaircraft.com www.desertaircraft.com...

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