Horizon Hobby .40NX Evolution User Manual

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© 2010 Horizon Hobby, Inc.
www.horizonhobby.com
Printed 11/10 31364

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  • Page 1 © 2010 Horizon Hobby, Inc. www.horizonhobby.com Printed 11/10 31364...
  • Page 2 .40NX Evolution ® Engine USER G UIDE...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Content Included ......................3 Introduction ........................3 Mounting the Engine ....................... 5 Installing the Muffler ....................... 5 Throttle Linkage ....................... 6 Attaching the Fuel Lines ....................6 Attaching the Propeller and Spinner ................7 Starting the Evolution Engine ..................7 Setting the Needle Valves ....................
  • Page 4: Content Included

    Content Included Engine Optional Items Muffler (EVO040601A) Startup Field Pack (HANSTART) Muffler Screws & Gasket (EVO036E36A) Tachometer (HAN156) Glow Plug (EVOGP1) Propeller 9 x 6 (EVO09060) 10 x 6 (EVO10060) Instruction manual Blue Block After Run Engine Oil Applicator (EVOX1001) Decal sheet Blue Block After Run Engine Oil Refill (EVOX1002) HAN3015 # 9 Performance Glow Plug...
  • Page 5 Glow Plug Muffler Nipple Muffler Fuel Nipple High-Speed Needle Glow Plug Muffler Needle Limit Collar Low-Speed Needle Throttle Arm...
  • Page 6: Mounting The Engine

    Mounting the Engine Using the included muffler mounting screws and lock washers, attach the muffler with the included hex wrench. Be sure the lock washers are placed over the screws and that you securely tighten both screws with Securely tighten all engine mounting screws and recheck tightness before each flying session.
  • Page 7: Throttle Linkage

    throttle barrel is exactly 1mm open. Check to be sure Throttle Linkage the servo is moving in the correct direction. Full throttle should open the throttle barrel fully, while low throttle A clevis is recommended for attaching the throttle and low-trim should completely close the throttle barrel. linkage to the throttle.
  • Page 8: Attaching The Propeller And Spinner

    Recommended propellers: Starting the Evolution Engine Break in* Fuel 9 x 6, 10 x 6 We recommend using high-quality Cool Power Omega, Sport Hangar 9 AeroBlend or Power Master fuels containing ® ™ 9 x 6, 9 x 7 10 to 15% nitro. The Evolution Engine has been test-run 10 x 6, 11 x 5 using these fuels.
  • Page 9: Setting The Needle Valves

    Step 1. High-Speed Needle Adjustment With the engine running, advance the throttle to full throttle while a helper securely holds your airplane. Carefully pinch and release the fuel line to temporarily restrict the fuel flow. The Hangar 9 START KIT (HANSTART) includes everything needed, except fuel and starter, to get the Evolution engine running.
  • Page 10: Low-Speed Setright Needle Valves

    2. Close the throttle slowly. You will adjust the However, occasionally due to atmospheric, altitudinal or fuel conditions, you may find that the range of low-speed needle setting by rotating the SetRight adjustment bar clockwise to lean adjustment built into the SetRight needle valve system the engine and counterclockwise to richen the is inadequate for your needs.
  • Page 11: How To Tell If Your Glow Plug Is Bad

    You can combat the effects of the moisture in the air by squeezing all the extra air from your fuel container at the end of the day or transferring your fuel into smaller containers as the level of the fuel is reduced in your gallon jug.
  • Page 12: 40Nx Evolution Engines Specifications

    - Replace with fresh fuel If you need additional help or have any questions, please call • W orn out glow plug the appropriate Horizon Product Support department. Horizon - Replace with new EVOGP1 glow plug has trained technicians who are qualified to answer your Engine Runs Inconsistently engine questions.
  • Page 13: Exploded View

    Exploded View 8, 14 2, 14...
  • Page 14: Cross Reference Of Evolution .40Nx Part Numbers

    Cross Reference of Evolution .40NX Part Numbers No. Description 20 Muffler Mounting Screw Set with Gasket EVO036E36A 1 Crankcase EVO040101A 21 Carburetor Body and Spray Bar EVO036863 2 Back Cover with Gasket EVO032102 22 Fuel Nipple and Gasket EVO100114 3 Cylinder Liner and Piston Set (ABC) EVO040203A 23 High Speed Needle Valve EVO040829F...
  • Page 15: Warranty Information

    (i) repair or (ii) replace, any Product determined use the Horizon Online Repair Request submission by Horizon to be defective. In the event of a defect, process found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a these are the Purchaser’s exclusive remedies.
  • Page 16 ½ hour of labor. original sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase In addition you will be billed for return freight. Horizon date. Provided warranty conditions have been met, accepts money orders and cashiers checks, as well your Product will be repaired or replaced free of charge.

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