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Fa30s H

This document is an instruction manual for single-cylinder 4-stroke engines made by Saito. It provides safety instructions, identifies engine parts, and explains how to set up and operate the engines properly. Failure to follow the instructions could damage the engine or void the warranty.

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SINGLE-CYLINDER 4-STROKE ENGINES

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Version 2000

• FA-30S (H) • FA-65 • FA-91S Golden Knight


• FA-30S Golden Knight • FA-65 Golden Knight • FA-120 Special
• FA-50 • FA-72 • FA-120S Golden Knight
• FA-72 Golden Knight • FA-150
• FA-50 Golden Knight
• FA-80 • FA-150 Golden Knight
• FA-56 • FA-80 Golden Knight • FA-180
• FA-56 Golden Knight • FA-91 Special • FA-180 Golden Knight

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VERY
IMPORTANT
Failure to read
and follow these
instructions before
you proceed to
start your engine
may result in
engine damage
and the voiding of
your warranty.

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S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S 1
Introduction 3. Use the correct size and pitch
of propeller for your engine; refer
Congratulations on purchasing a Saito to the "Propeller Chart" on page 16 of
4-cycle engine. When cared for this manual.
properly, these high-quality, finely
crafted engines offer many years of 4. It is extremely important to balance
modeling enjoyment. the propeller prior to installation of the
This instruction manual has been engine. Failure to do so may cause
developed to ensure optimum damage to the Saito engine and/or the
performance from the Saito engine you airframe. Install the propeller with the
have purchased. The instructions must convex (curved) side facing forward.
be read through completely and Securely tighten the propeller nut
understood thoroughly prior to against the washer and propeller. An
mounting and running the engine. anti-loosening nut (or “jam” nut) is
suggested for all 4-cycle engines.
Safety Instructions
5. Inspect the tightness of the propeller
This model engine will give you nut prior to each flight.
considerable pleasure, satisfaction, and
performance if you strictly follow 6. Keep your face and body away
these safety instructions and take heed from the path of the propeller blades
of the warnings as to its safe and when starting or running your engine.
proper use. Remember at all times 7. Never allow your hands to come
it is not a toy, but a precision-built close to the propeller. Utilize either
machine with more than enough power a “chicken stick” or electric starter to
to cause harm if misused or if the start the engine.
safety precautions are not observed.
8. Discard any propeller that is nicked,
You should always: scratched, cracked or damaged in any
1. Mount the engine securely in a way.
“bench mount” or high-quality motor 9. Make all carburetor adjustments
mount. Never clamp the engine in from behind the propeller.
a vice.
10. To stop the engine, cut off the fuel
2. When running the engine, be sure supply (pinch or disconnect the fuel
all spectators, especially children, are line to the carburetor) or use the
at least 20 feet away. throttle linkage to shut off the air.

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2 S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S

Do not use hands, fingers, or any other Beware:


part of the body to stop the propeller.
• Model engines get very hot while
Do not throw any object into a running. Do not attempt to handle
propeller to stop it. them until they have cooled.
It is highly recommended that: • Always run your model engines in a
well-ventilated area. Similar to
• Safety glasses or goggles be
automotive engines, model engines
used when starting and running
produce possible harmful carbon
your engine.
monoxide fumes.
• You do not run the engine in the
• Remember that model engines
vicinity of loose gravel or sand.
produce a substantial amount of
The propeller may throw such
power, more than enough to seriously
materials into your face and eyes.
injure people and/or do considerable
The engine may also ingest these
damage to property. Always use
harmful materials.
common sense, skill and constant
• Loose clothing should be avoided observation of safety precautions.
when operating your model engine.
Loose clothing may become Disassembly
entangled in the propeller, creating Do not needlessly disassemble your
the possibility of bodily harm. Also, Saito engine. Only qualified
all loose objects (screwdrivers, individuals should perform engine
pencils, nickle cadmium starters, etc.) repairs. Damage due to improper
should be removed from your disassembly will not be covered under
pockets so that they do not fall warranty. If it becomes necessary to
into the propeller. repair the engine, such as after a crash,
• Glow plug clips and cords are kept you can send your engine to the
away from the propeller. authorized service center at:

• Your glow fuel is kept in a safe place Horizon Hobby, Inc.


well away from sparks, heat, or Attention: Saito Service
anything that can ignite the fuel. 4105 Fieldstone Road
Champaign, IL 61822
Phone: (217) 355-9511

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S U P P O R T E Q U I P M E N T 3
Engine Parts several different sources. The Hangar 9
Identification Power Panel (HAN106), when
accompanied by a 12-volt Sealed Lead
It is important to be able to identify the Acid Battery (HAN102) and a Glow
parts of your Saito engines. Attached Plug Locking Socket (HAN120) is an
you will find an exploded view of a ideal source of heat for your glow
Saito 4-stroke engine, as well as charts plug. A conventional 1.5-volt heavy-
that include part numbers and duty dry cell battery with a Glow Plug
descriptions. This will assist you in Locking Socket (HAN120) or alligator
easily and rapidly identifying the clips may also be used. Additionally,
respective parts of your Saito engine. there are several very good glow-
Support Equipment starters (nickel cadmium-powered
glow plug igniters) that work well.
The following items, which are not included
with your Saito engine, are necessary in 4. Glow Plug Wrench. Used to
order to operate the model engine: remove and tighten glow plugs. The
Hangar 9 Long Reach Plug Wrench
1. Fuel. For maximum protection and (HAN2510) is an excellent wrench to
longevity of Saito engines, Saito utilize, as a longer shaft may be necessary
recommends a fuel containing 20% oil to access the glow plug. This depends
and 10-15% nitro methane. If this blend is mostly upon engine installation.
not readily available, the next best
selection is a high quality 2-cycle glow 5. Manual or Electric Starter. For
fuel, such as Hangar 9 Aero-Blend, manual starts, a “chicken stick” is
Omega, Cool Power, K&B, Power highly recommended. Never use
Master, etc. Use of fuels composed your fingers to start any model engine.
entirely of castor oil is not recommended. To do so invites injury. There are a
A mix of synthetic-castor oil is acceptable variety of electric starters on the
and can be found in the various fuels market. The Hangar 9 12V heavy-duty
described above. Super Starter (HAN110) will work
perfectly on all Saito engines.
2. Propeller. Refer to the "Propeller
Selection" chart, located on page 16, to 6. Tachometer. The use of a
determine the best initial propeller for tachometer for setting the high-speed
your particular application. Propellers needle valve prior to flight is
should be balanced prior to use. encouraged. It will also be helpful
when setting the idle adjustment of the
3. Glow Plug Battery. Your glow carburetor(s).
plug may be properly heated by

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4 S T A R T I N G T H E E N G I N E

Break-In 2. Use the proper glow plugs. Your


engine includes the Hangar 9/McCoy
The first run on any engine, whether MC-4C (HAN3010) glow plugs,
2-cycle or 4-cycle, is critical to the which are standard replacement glow
future of the engine itself. During this plugs for these engines.
time, metal mating parts (piston and
cylinder, ball bearings, etc.) wear in. 3. To select the correct propeller, refer
Care must be taken that the engine is to the "Propeller Selection" chart on
clean and free of any dust or grit that page 16 of this manual. Remember to
may have accumulated while building balance the propeller prior to use.
the model. 4. Ensure that the high-speed needle
There are two accepted methods for valve (85) is opened (turned
breaking in a new engine: test stand counterclockwise) five full turns. This
mounted and run or aircraft mounted guarantees a very rich setting
and run. Either method is acceptable; Do not adjust the low-speed needle
however, mounting the engine to a test valve (89) at this time. The low-speed
stand allows the engine to be observed needle valve is preadjusted at the
throughout its operation, as well as factory for initial break-in. Specific
elevating it above the ground and away instructions for adjusting the idle
from harmful dust and dirt. of engines (FA-30S(H)) using an
Note: Because your engine may have “air-bleed” type carburetor will be
been siting for an extended period of described in the section “Carburetor
time prior to running it, a few drops of Adjustments for Air Bleed
light oil applied through the crankcase Carburetors” on page 7.
breather nipple (19 on the exploded 5. The use of a tachometer is highly
view) and down the push-rod tubes recommended since the adjustment of
(40) will ensure proper lubrication for a 4-cycle engine, while similar to that
the first run. of a 2-cycle engine, is more difficult to
Regardless of the mounting method “set by ear,” making it much easier to
chosen for break-in, the following damage the engine by “over-leaning.”
procedures are applicable:
1. Use of a fuel as described in the
“Support Equipment” section on
page 3 of this manual for “break-in”
purposes is perfectly acceptable.

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S T A R T I N G T H E E N G I N E 5
Starting The Engine • Rotate the propeller in a counter-
clockwise direction 5 to 6 times
1. Make sure the glow plug(s) is/are while plugging the end of the muffler
installed and tightened. with your finger to draw fuel into
2. Be sure the propeller is properly the carburetor.
secured. The use of an anti-loosening Note: Saito single cylinder engines
nut, or “jam nut,” is encouraged on are now manufactured without the
4-cycle engines. choke valve (92). Due to the excellent
3. Make sure that the fuel tank line(s) fuel draw characteristics of the Saito
are properly connected. The fuel engines, the use of the choke was
pickup line should be connected to the determined not to be necessary.
carburetor spray bar (84), and the vent 7. Start the engine:
line should be connected to the
pressure nipple on the muffler. The • Turn through the prop 2 to 3 times
proper “plumbing” of the lines is slowly to ensure that the engine is
extremely important to the not hydro-locked (see note below).
performance of any engine. Saito Note: When using an electric starter,
recommends the tank be mounted care should be taken to be sure the
approximately 5 mm lower than the engine does not become “hydro-
carburetor center. locked” (flooded with fuel). While the
4. Be certain that the muffler is electric starter will turn the engine
installed properly by oiling the threads over, it may damage the connecting
prior to inserting the muffler into the rod or other components. If the engine
cylinder head and that the pressure line becomes hydro-locked, simply remove
is properly connected. the glow plug and turn the engine over
a few times with the “chicken stick” or
5. Fill the fuel tank. electric starter. The excess fuel will be
6. Prime the engine: forced to exit the engine via the
cylinder head.
• Check to make sure the glow plug is
not connected to the heat source • Close throttle to 1/4 – 1/3
(glow plug clip/locking socket) open position.
• Open the throttle fully • Rotate propeller clockwise until it is
against the compression stroke.

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6 S T A R T I N G T H E E N G I N E

• Connect the heating source to the The idle needle valve (89) (or air bleed
glow plug. needle valve) for the Saito .30S(H)/
• Using either the “chicken stick” or GK engines) may now be refined.
electric starter, spin the propeller until Please refer to the "Carburetor
the engine is running. Adjustments" section on page 6 for
information on how to do so.
Note: A very common error is to
remove the glow plug igniter too early. The valves may also be checked at this
It is suggested that the igniter be left time. Refer to the "Engine
attached until after the engine has been Maintenance" section on page 8 for
run up and the high-speed needle valve information on the valve/tappet
has been properly adjusted. adjustments.
8. Initial break-in: The use of a tachometer is encouraged
for setting the high-speed needle valve
Do not exceed 4,000 rpm for the first (85) prior to flight. The peak rpm
10 minutes of operation. This allows should be obtained and then reduced
all parts to mate properly with good by approximately 200 – 300 rpm by
lubrication.
turning the high-speed needle valve
Note: Due to the excessively “rich” counter-clockwise (richen). Each
mixture setting, it may be necessary to engine’s peak rpm can be found on the
leave the heat source attached to the "Propeller Chart" on page 16. Over-
glow plug. revving of a 4-stroke engine can cause
internal damage to the engine.
Subsequent runs may be made while
slightly leaning out the mixture with Carburetor
each tank full of fuel. Forty minutes is Adjustments for Two
considered sufficient time for normal Needle Carburetors
break-in prior to the first flight.
The low-speed, or idle needle valve
9. After break-in: (89), is preadjusted at the factory for
If a test stand was used for the break-in best performance during break-in.
procedure, the engine may now be After break-in it may be necessary to
mounted in the aircraft using a high- “fine tune” the low speed adjustment
quality motor mount such as those using the following procedure:
available from Saito specifically or for 1. Start the engine and let it warm up
Saito engines. prior to attempting any adjustments.

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CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS 7
2. Close the throttle slowly and adjust Carburetor
the low speed setting by rotating the Adjustments for Air
idle needle valve (89) clockwise to
lean the mixture and counterclockwise
Bleed Carburetors
to richen the mixture. Note: The Saito FA-30S(H) and
FA-30SGK use an air bleed carburetor.
Note: The fuel mixture is too rich if
when openning the throttle rapidly the 1. Start the engine and let it warm up
engine emits white smoke and prior to attempting any adjustments.
“stutters” or “stumbles.” Correct this
by rotating the idle needle valve 2. Close the throttle slowly and adjust
clockwise 1/4 to 1/2 turn at a time the airscrew setting by rotating the
until the engine transitions smoothly airscrew (89) counterclockwise to lean
without hesitation upon opening the the mixture and clockwise to richen the
throttle rapidly. mixture.

The fuel mixture may be too lean if the Note: The fuel mixture is too rich if
engine stops at the lowest idle position, when openning the throttle rapidly the
or when the throttle is rapidly opened engine emits white smoke and
from idle. Attempt to correct this by “stutters” or “stumbles.” Correct this
rotating the idle needle valve counter- by rotating the airscrew counter-
clockwise 1/4 to 1/2 turn at a time until clockwise 1/4 to 1/2 turn at a time until
the engine transitions smoothly without the engine transitions smoothly without
hesitation upon opening the throttle hesitation upon opening the throttle
rapidly. If the situation is not rectified rapidly.
by counterclockwise rotations of the The fuel mixture may be too lean if the
idle needle valve, turn the idle engine stops at the lowest idle position
needle valve clockwise in 1/4 to 1/2 or if the engine stops when the throttle
turn increments. is rapidly opened from idle. Attempt to
3. After obtaining the proper idle correct this by rotating the airscrew
setting, the low rpm setting may be clockwise 1/4 to 1/2 turn at a time until
made through the positioning of the the engine transitions smoothly without
throttle adjustment screw, if applicable. hesitation upon opening the throttle
If not, adjust the idle setting via the rapidly. If the situation is not rectified
throttle trim of your transmitter. by clockwise rotations of the airscrew,
turn the airscrew counter-clockwise in
1
/4 to 1/2 turn increments.

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8 NORMAL ENGINE OPERATION

3. After obtaining the proper idle silicone tubing be attached to this


setting, the low rpm setting may be crankcase breather nipple (19) and
made through the positioning of the routed away from the engine
throttle adjustment screw, if applicable. compartment so the excess oil can be
If not, adjust the idle setting via the expelled outside of the aircraft.
throttle trim of your transmitter.
Engine Maintenance
Normal Engine Do not needlessly dismantle your
Operation Saito single cylinder engine.
If break-in was accomplished on a test If you must disassemble your single
bench your engine may be mounted to cylinder engine, please refer to the
the aircraft and flown. The initial flight following steps. Remember, a qualified
should be performed with the engine individual should do disassembly.
adjusted for a rich fuel mixture.
1. Cylinder screws should be loosened
1. Your Saito engine should be in a criss-cross pattern.
securely mounted to the aircraft. There
are many motor mounts available; 2. Assemble the cam gear lining up the
however, a high-quality metal mount, timing mark at the “6 o’clock”
such as those manufactured by Saito position. The crankshaft must be
exclusively for Saito engines, is positioned at the “12 o’clock” or
considered to be the best. “top dead center” (TDC) position
(refer to Figure 1 below).
2. General operating procedures that >insert Figure 1 here
will ensure long engine life are:
Figure 1
• Do not operate the engine with a
“lean” mixture.
• Regularly check all screws and nuts
on both the engine and muffler.
• After 1 to 2 hours of operation, valve
adjustment may be necessary. Adjust
the valves as shown in the "Engine
Maintenance" section.
• The Saito engines are equipped with
a breather nipple (19). It is
recommended that a length of

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E N G I N E O P E R A T I O N 9
3. Reassemble the piston, rod, rocker Valve/Tappet Gap
arm, pins, pushrod, tappet, etc., in their Adjustment
original positions. Engine parts are
mated after running the engine and After approximately one hour of
they must be reassembled as close as operation, tappet gap adjustment may
possible to their original position. be necessary. When you check the
valves, lubricate the moveable parts.
4. Assemble the engine, reversing the Also make sure the screw is in tight
criss-cross pattern used in the before making adjustments to valves.
disassembly. Prior to tightening each Adjust the valves to a clearance of
of the screws, apply a drop of oil to .03 mm to .10 mm (.002" – .004")
prevent thread damage. using the supplied gauge. The valves
Normal engine maintenance, such as must be adjusted with the engine cold
adjusting the valves or carburetor due to thermal expansion.
maintenance, is permissible without
voiding the warranty. If you have Note: Valves must be in the
any questions concerning compression stroke or closed position
maintenance procedures, please as shown in Figure 2 below. When
contact the Saito Service Center at adjustment is completed, make sure
(217) 355-9511. Our technicians will you tighten the lock nut.
be happy to advise you on
Figure 2
maintenance issues.

>insert Figure 2 of tappet adjust here<

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10 C A R B U R E T O R M A I N T E N A N CE

Carburetor Tips For Extended


Maintenance Engine Life
Should you experience difficulty with To add longer life to your Saito
the carburetor of your engine: engine, the following
recommendations are made:
1. Check the position of the idle
needle valve (89) by fully opening the 1. Use a high-quality fuel containing
throttle barrel (87). Look down 20% lubricants.
through the barrel and check the
2. Use recommended glow plugs.
space between the idle needle and the
spray bar (84). The spacing should be 3. Use the proper propeller size and
approximately 1mm. If not, adjust balance the propeller prior to use.
accordingly. Refer to Figure 3 below.
4. Use a tachometer for precise
Note: Step 1 applies to .50 through engine adjustments.
.80 engines only.
5. Use an “after-run” oil when you’re
>insert Figure 3 illus of carb opening here<
finished flying for the day. Hangar 9
Figure 3 After Run fuel is recommended.
6. For long-term storage, make sure
there is no fuel left in the tank and the
engine. Remove the glow plug(s) and
apply several drops of high-quality
light oil (e.g., a good quality light
machine oil or Marvel Air Tool Oil)
to the top of the engine, into the glow
2. Remove the high-speed needle plug hole, down the pushrod tubes,
(85) and flush out the spray bar with and through the crankcase pressure
clean fuel. Replace the high-speed vent (breather nipple). Rotate the
needle and follow the instructions in crankshaft several times. Store the
the Carburetor Adjustment section. engine in the box or on the airplane
with the nose down in order to keep
3. Always use a high-
oil in the bearings.
quality 4-cycle glow plug.
The Hangar 9/McCoy MC-4C is
highly recommended.

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T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G 11
Troubleshooting
Generally speaking, there are very
few things that will keep today’s
modern glow engines from starting.
To that end, make sure you’re using
good quality “fresh” fuel, there are
good glow plugs installed, and the
starting battery is charged and in good
condition. Should the engine fail to
start after these items are verified,
refer to the following troubleshooting
chart on page 12.

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12 TROUBLESHOOTING

SYMPTOM CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION


Engine fails to Low voltage on Replace/recharge the
start starting battery starting battery
Bad glow plug(s) Inspect/replace bad glow plug
Insufficient priming Repeat priming procedure
“Flooded” due to Disconnect battery, remove the
excessive priming glow plugs, and rotate the
propeller several times to
“clear” the cylinder
Engine fires but Over primed Disconnect battery and rotate
does not run propeller several times to
“clear” cylinder
Engine starts but Mixture too rich Close high-speed needle valve
1
slows down and /2 turn and start again. Repeat
then stops until engine is running smoothly.
Engine starts, Mixture too lean Open high-speed needle valve
1
speeds up, and /2 turn and start again. Repeat
then quits until engine is running smoothly.
Engine quits Mixture too rich Close high-speed needle valve
1
when starter /2 turn and restart
battery is
removed Incorrect glow plugs Change glow plugs
Incorrect or bad fuel Change fuel

In the event that none of the above procedures results in the engine running
properly, contact our service department for suggestions:
Horizon Service Center
4105 Fieldstone Road
Champaign, Illinois 61822
217-355-9511 (Mon-Fri 8:00-5:00 CST)

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P A R T S L I S T 13
Small Single-Cylinder Cross-Reference Chart
PART NN MM E F II JJ RR SS
FA-30S-GK FA30-S (H) FA-50 FA-50GK FA-56 FA-56GK FA-72 FA-72GK
01 Cylinder, Left 30S01 30SH01 5001B 50GK01B 5601B 56GK01B 8001C 80GK01C
06 Piston 30S06 30S06 5006 5006 5606 5606 8006A 8006A
07 Piston Pin 30S07 30S07 5007 5007 6507 6507 8007 8007
08 Piston Pin Retainer (6 Pc) 30S08 30S08 5008 5008 6508 6508 8008 8008
09 Piston Ring 60T09 60T09 5009 5009 6509 6509 8009 8009
10 Connecting Rod 30S10A 30S10A 5010A 5010A 5610 5610 7210 7210
14 Cylinder Screw Set 5014 5014 5014 5014 5014 5014 6514 6514
15 Crankcase 30S15 30SH15 5015B 50GK15B 5615A 56GK15A 7215 72GK15
17 Rear Cover (A) 30S17 30SH17 5017B 50GK17B 5017B 50GK17B 7217 7217
19 Breather Nipple 30S19 30S19 5019 5019 5019 5019 6519 6519
20 Front Ball Bearing 30S20A 30S20A 5020A 5020A 5020A 5020A 6520A 6520A
22 Rear Ball Bearing 30S22 30S22 5022A 5022A 5022A 5022A 6522A 6522A
23 Crankshaft 30S23 30S23 5623A 5623A 5623A 5623A 7223 7223
24 Pinion-Crankshaft 30S24 30S24 5024 5024 5024 5024 — —
25 Pinion Gear Pin 5025 5025 5025 5025 5025 5025 — —
26 Collar, Crankshaft — — 5026 5026 5026 5026 — —
27 Tapered Collet & Drive Flange 30S27 30S27 5027 5027 5027 5027 7227 7227
28 Prop Washer & Nut 30S28 30S28 5628 5628 5628 5628 5628 5628
29 Prop Nut, Spinner — — — — — — — —
30 Prop Nut, Electric Starter 30S30 30S30 5030A 5030A 5030A 5030A 5030A 5030A
31 Crankcase Screw Set 30S31 30S31 5031 5031 5031 5031 7231 7231
32 Engine Gasket Set 30S32A 30S32A 5032A 5032A 5632A 5632A 7232 7232
33 Cam Gear Housing 30S33 30SH33 5033A 50GK33A 5033A 50GK33A 7233 7233
35 Cam Gear, Right 30S35 30S35 5035 5035 5035 5035 6535A 6535A
36 Cam Gear Shaft 30S36 30S36 5036 5036 5036 5036 7236 7236
37 Teflon/Steel Washer Set 30S37 30S37 5037 5037 5037 5037 5037 5037
38 Tappet (2 Pc) 30S38 30S38 5038 5038 5038 5038 5038 5038
39 Pushrod (2 Pc) 30S39 30S39 5039 5039 5039 5039 7239 7239
40 Pushrod Cover Rubber Seal (Pr) 30S40 30S40 5040 5040 5040 5040 7240 7240
41 Rocker Arm (Pr) 60T41 60T41 5041 5041 5041 5041 5041 5041
42 Rocker Arm Screw Nut (2 Sets) 5042 5042 5042 5042 5042 5042 5042 5042
43 Rocker Arm Pin (2 Pc) 30S43 30S43 5043 5043 5043 5043 5043 5043
44 Rocker Arm Bracket, Left — — — — — — — —
45 Rocker Arm Bracket, Right — — — — — — — —
46 Valve-In/Out (Pr) 30S46 30S46 5046 5046 5646 5646 6546 6546
47 Valve Spring, Keeper, Retainer (2 Sets) 30S47 30S47 5047 5047 5047 5047 6547 6547
48 Valve Retainer (4 Pc) 5048 5048 5048 5048 5048 5048 5048 5048
49 Rocker Arm Cover (Pr) 30SGK49 30SH49 5049 50GK49 5049 50GK49 5049 50GK49
68 Check Valve-In/Out (Pr) — — — — — — — —
69 Intake Manifold, Left — — 5069 5069 5669A 5669A 7269 7269
74 Muffler, Right 30S74 30S74 5074B 5074B 5074B 5074B 8074A 8074A
75 Muffler Manifold, Standard 30S75 30S75 5075A 5075A 5075A 5075A 8075A 8075A
79 Muffler Gasket (5 Pc) — — — — — — — —
80 Muffler Nut (2 Pc) 30S80 30S80 5080A 5080A 5080A 5080A 8080A 8080A
821 Carburetor-Complete, Left 30S821 30S821 50821B 50821B 50821B 50821B 72821 72821
822 Carburetor-Complete, Right — — — — — — — —
831 Carburetor Body Assembly, Left 30S831 30S831 50831 50831 50831 50831 72831 72831
84 Spray Bar Assembly 30S84 30S84 — — — — — —
85 High Speed Needle Valve 30S85 30S85 5085 5085 5085 5085 5085 5085
86 High Speed Needle Valve Extension — — 5086 5086 5086 5086 5086 5086
87 Throttle Barrel Assembly 30S87 30S87 5087A 5087A 5087A 5087A 7287 7287
88 Throttle Lever 30S88 30S88 5088B 5088B 5088B 5088B 5088B 5088B
89 Idle Needle Valve 30S89 30S89 5089 5089 5089 5089 130T89 130T89
90 Carburetor Screw & Spring Set 30S90 30S90 5090A 5090A 5090A 5090A 7290 7290
91 Carburetor Gasket Set 30S91 30S91 5091 5091 5091 5091 8091A 8091A
92 Choke Valve Assembly — — 5092 5092 5092 5092 5092 5092
93 Intake Velocity Stack — — — 50GK93 — 50GK93 — 50GK93
95 Engine Mount 30S95 30S95 5095 5095 5095 5095 5095 5095
96 Tool Set 30S96 30S96 5096A 5096A 5096A 5096A 5096A 5096A
97 Instruction Manual MAN1 MAN1 MAN1 MAN1 MAN1 MAN1 MAN1 MAN1
102 Fuel Pump System — — — — — — — —
109 F-1 Fuel Filler 50109 50109 50109 50109 50109 50109 50109 50109
110 Anti-Loosening Nut — — 56110 56110 56110 56110 56110 56110
111 Flexible Exhaust Pipe — — — — — — 65111 65111
112 Tuned Silencer — — — — — — 62112 65112
113 Flexible Exhaust Pipe — — — — — — — —
114 Engine Bed — — 50114 50114 50114 50114 50114 50114
115 Engine Bed — — — — — — — —
116 M3 Nut for Spinner — — 50116 50116 50116 50116 — —
117 M4 Nut for Spinner — — — — — — 65117 65117
118 M5 Nut for Spinner — — — — — — 65118 65118
122 Spray Bar/O-Ring — — 65122 65122 65122 65122 72122 72122
135 Prop Washer/Nut/Anti-Loosening Nut — — 56135 56135 56135 56135 56135 56135
136 Intake Manifold — — — — — — — —
137 Prop Washer — — — — — — — —
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14 P A R T S L I S T

Medium Single-Cylinder Cross-Reference Chart


PART G H I J K EE
FA-65 FA-65GK FA-80 FA-80GK FA-91S FA-91SGK
01 Cylinder, Left 6501C 65GK01C 8001C 80GK01C 91S01A 91SGK01A
06 Piston 6506A 6506A 8006A 8006A 91S06 91S06
07 Piston Pin 6507 6507 8007 8007 91S07 91S07
08 Piston Pin Retainer (6 Pc) 6508 6508 8008 8008 6508 6508
09 Piston Ring 6509 6509 8009 8009 91S09 91S09
10 Connecting Rod 6510C 6510C 6510C 6510C 6510C 6510C
14 Cylinder Screw Set 6514 6514 6514 6514 6514 6514
15 Crankcase 6515A 65GK15A 8015A 80GK15A 91S15 91SGK15
17 Rear Cover (A) 6517A 80GK17A 6517A 80GK17A 91S17 91SGK17
19 Breather Nipple 6519 6519 6519 6519 6519 6519
20 Front Ball Bearing 6520A 6520A 91S20A 91S20A 91S20A 91S20A
22 Rear Ball Bearing 6522A 6522A 6522A 6522A 91S22A 91S22A
23 Crankshaft 6523A 6523A 8023 8023 91S23 91S23
24 Pinion-Crankshaft — — — — — —
25 Pinion Gear Pin — — — — — —
26 Collar, Crankshaft — — — — — —
27 Tapered Collet & Drive Flange 6527 6527 6527 6527 6527 6527
28 Prop Washer & Nut 5628 5628 5628 5628 5628 5628
29 Prop Nut, Spinner — — — — — —
30 Prop Nut, Electric Starter 5030A 5030A 5030A 5030A 5030A 5030A
31 Crankcase Screw Set 5031 5031 5031 5031 5031 5031
32 Engine Gasket Set 6532A 6532A 8032A 8032A 91S32 91S32
33 Cam Gear Housing 6533B 65GK33B 6533B 80GK33A 6533B 80GK33A
35 Cam Gear, Right 6535A 6535A 6535A 6535A 6535A 6535A
36 Cam Gear Shaft 5036 65GK36A 5036 5036 5036 5036
37 Teflon/Steel Washer Set 5037 5037 5037 5037 5037 5037
38 Tappet (2 Pc) 5038 5038 5038 5038 5038 5038
39 Pushrod (2 Pc) 6539 6539 6539 6539 91S39 91S39
40 Pushrod Cover Rubber Seal (Pr) 6540 6540 6540 6540 60T40 60T40
41 Rocker Arm (Pr) 5041 5041 5041 5041 5041 5041
42 Rocker Arm Screw Nut (2 Sets) 5042 5042 5042 5042 5042 5042
43 Rocker Arm Pin (2 Pc) 5043 5043 5043 5043 5043 5043
44 Rocker Arm Bracket, Left — — — — — —
45 Rocker Arm Bracket, Right — — — — — —
46 Valve-In/Out (Pr) 6546 6546 6546 6546 91S46 91S46
47 Valve Spring, Keeper, Retainer (2 Sets) 6547 6547 6547 6547 6547 6547
48 Valve Retainer (4 Pc) 5048 5048 5048 5048 5048 5048
49 Rocker Arm Cover (Pr) 5049 50GK49 5049 50GK49 5049 50GK49
68 Check Valve-In/Out (Pr) — — — — — —
69 Intake Manifold, Left 6569 6569 8069A 8069A 91S69 91S69
74 Muffler, Right 6574A 6574A 8074A 8074A 91S74 91S74
75 Muffler Manifold, Standard 8075A 8075A 8075A 8075A 8075A 8075A
79 Muffler Gasket (5 Pc) — — — — — —
80 Muffler Nut (2 Pc) 8080A 8080A 8080A 8080A 8080A 8080A
821 Carburetor-Complete, Left 50821B 50821B 80821B 80821B 91S821A 91S821A
822 Carburetor-Complete, Right — — — — — —
831 Carburetor Body Assembly, Left 50831 50831 80831A 80831A 91S831A 91S831A
84 Spray Bar Assembly — — — — — —
85 High Speed Needle Valve 5085 5085 5085 5085 5085 5085
86 High Speed Needle Valve Extension 5086 5086 5086 5086 5086 5086
87 Throttle Barrel Assembly 5087A 5087A 8087A 8087A 91S87 91S87
88 Throttle Lever 5088B 5088B 5088B 5088B 5088B 5088B
89 Idle Needle Valve 5089 5089 5089 5089 130T89 130T89
90 Carburetor Screw & Spring Set 5090A 5090A 5090A 5090A 91S90 91S90
91 Carburetor Gasket Set 6591A 6591A 8091A 8091A 91S91 91S91
92 Choke Valve Assembly 5092 5092 5092 5092 5092 5092
93 Intake Velocity Stack — 50GK93 — 50GK93 — 50GK93
95 Engine Mount 6595 6595 6595 6595 6595 6595
96 Tool Set 6596A 6596A 6596A 6596A 6596A 6596A
97 Instruction Manual MAN1 MAN1 MAN1 MAN1 MAN1 MAN1
102 Fuel Pump System — — — — — —
109 F-1 Fuel Filler 50109 50109 50109 50109 50109 50109
110 Anti-Loosening Nut 56110 56110 56110 56110 56110 56110
111 Flexible Exhaust Pipe 65111 65111 65111 65111 65111 65111
112 Tuned Silencer 65112 65112 65112 65112 65112 65112
113 Flexible Exhaust Pipe — — — — — —
114 Engine Bed 65114 65114 65114 65114 65114 65114
115 Engine Bed — — — — — —
116 M3 Nut for Spinner 50116 50116 — — — —
117 M4 Nut for Spinner 65117 65117 65117 65117 65117 65117
118 M5 Nut for Spinner 65118 65118 65118 65118 65118 65118
122 Spray Bar/O-Ring 65122 65122 65122 65122 91S122 91S122
135 Prop Washer/Nut/Anti-Loosening Nut 56135 56135 56135 56135 56135 56135
136 Intake Manifold — — — — — —
137 Prop Washer — — — — — —
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Large Single-Cylinder Cross-Reference Chart
PART M FF CC GG OO PP
FA-120SH FA-120SGK FA-150 FA-150GK FA180 FA-180GK
01 Cylinder, Left 120S01A 120SGK01A 15001 150S01 18001 180GK01
06 Piston 120S06 120S06 150S06 150S06 18006 18006
07 Piston Pin 120S07 120S07 120S07 120S07 18007 18007
08 Piston Pin Retainer (6 Pc) 120S08 120S08 300T08 300T08 300T08 300T08
09 Piston Ring 120S09 120S09 300T09A 300T09A 18009 18009
10 Connecting Rod 120S10C 120S10C 120S10C 120S10C 18010A 18010A
14 Cylinder Screw Set 120S14 120S14 120S14 120S14 120S14 120S14
15 Crankcase 120S15B 120SGK15A 15015A 150S15A 18015 18015
17 Rear Cover (A) 120S17A 150S17 120S17A 150S17 18017 18017
19 Breather Nipple 6519 6519 6519 6519 6519 6519
20 Front Ball Bearing 120S20A 120S20A 12020A 12020A 120S20A 120S20A
22 Rear Ball Bearing 120S22 120S22 120S22 120S22 120S22 120S22
23 Crankshaft 120S23A 120S23A 150S23A 150S23A 18023 18023
24 Pinion-Crankshaft — — — — — —
25 Pinion Gear Pin — — — — — —
26 Collar, Crankshaft — — — — — —
27 Tapered Collet & Drive Flange 120S27A 120S27A 120S27A 120S27A 120S27A 120S27A
28 Prop Washer & Nut 170R328 170R328 170R328 170R328 170R328 170R328
29 Prop Nut, Spinner 120S29 120S29 120S29 120S29 120S29 120S29
30 Prop Nut, Electric Starter 120S30 120S30 120S30 120S30 120S30 120S30
31 Crankcase Screw Set 5031 5031 5031 5031 5031 5031
32 Engine Gasket Set 120S32 120S32 150S32 150S32 18032 18032
33 Cam Gear Housing 120S33 150S33 120S33 150S33 120S33 150S33
35 Cam Gear, Right 120S35 120S35 120S35 120S35 120S35 120S35
36 Cam Gear Shaft 5036 5036 5036 5036 5036 5036
37 Teflon/Steel Washer Set 120S37 120S37 120S37 120S37 120S37 120S37
38 Tappet (2 Pc) 120S38 120S38 120S38 120S38 120S38 120S38
39 Pushrod (2 Pc) 120S39 120S39 120S39 120S39 120S39 120S39
40 Pushrod Cover Rubber Seal (Pr) 120S40 120S40 120S40 120S40 120S40 120S40
41 Rocker Arm (Pr) 120S41 120S41 120S41 120S41 120S41 120S41
42 Rocker Arm Screw Nut (2 Sets) 120S42 120S42 120S42 120S42 300T42 300T42
43 Rocker Arm Pin (2 Pc) 120S43 120S43 120S43 120S43 120S43 120S43
44 Rocker Arm Bracket, Left 120S44 150S44 120S44 150S44 120S44 150S44
45 Rocker Arm Bracket, Right 120S45 150S45 120S45 150S45 120S45 150S45
46 Valve-In/Out (Pr) 120S46 120S46 120S46 120S46 18046 18046
47 Valve Spring, Keeper, Retainer (2 Sets) 120S47 120S47 120S47 120S47 120S47 120S47
48 Valve Retainer (4 Pc) 120S48 120S48 120S48 120S48 120S48 120S48
49 Rocker Arm Cover (Pr) 150S49 120S49 150S49 120S49 150S49 120S49
68 Check Valve-In/Out (Pr) — — — — — —
69 Intake Manifold, Left 150S69A 150S69A 150S69A 150S69A 18069 18069
74 Muffler, Right 120S74A 120S74A 120S74A 120S74A 18074 18074
75 Muffler Manifold, Standard 120S75A 120S75A 120S75A 120S75A 120S75A 120S75A
79 Muffler Gasket (5 Pc) — — — — — —
80 Muffler Nut (2 Pc) 120S80 120S80 120S80 120S80 120S80 120S80
821 Carburetor-Complete, Left 120S821C 120S821C 150S821A 150S821A 180821 180821
822 Carburetor-Complete, Right — — — — — —
831 Carburetor Body Assembly, Left 120S831B 120S831B 150S831A 150S831A 180831 180831
84 Spray Bar Assembly 450R3D84A 450R3D84A 450R3D84A 450R3D84A 450R3D84A 450R3D84A
85 High Speed Needle Valve 120S85 120S85 120S85 120S85 120S85 120S85
86 High Speed Needle Valve Extension 5086 5086 5086 5086 5086 5086
87 Throttle Barrel Assembly 120S87A 120S87A 150S87 150S87 18087 18087
88 Throttle Lever 5088B 5088B 5088B 5088B 5088B 5088B
89 Idle Needle Valve 120S89 120S89 120S89 120S89 18089 18089
90 Carburetor Screw & Spring Set 120S90A 120S90A 120S90A 120S90A 120S90A 120S90A
91 Carburetor Gasket Set 120S91 120S91 150S91 150S91 150S91 150S91
92 Choke Valve Assembly 120S92 120S92 120S92 120S92 — —
93 Intake Velocity Stack 120S93 120S93 120S93 120S93 18093 18093
95 Engine Mount 120S95 120S95 120S95 120S95 120S95 120S95
96 Tool Set 120S96 120S96 120S96 120S96 120S96 120S96
97 Instruction Manual MAN1 MAN1 MAN1 MAN1 MAN1 MAN1
102 Fuel Pump System — — — — — —
109 F-1 Fuel Filler 50109 50109 50109 50109 50109 50109
110 Anti-Loosening Nut 170R3110 170R3110 170R3110 170R3110 170R3110 170R3110
111 Flexible Exhaust Pipe 120S111 120S111 120S111 120S111 120S111 120S111
112 Tuned Silencer — — — — — —
113 Flexible Exhaust Pipe — — — — — —
114 Engine Bed — — — — — —
115 Engine Bed — — — — — —
116 M3 Nut for Spinner — — — — — —
117 M4 Nut for Spinner — — — — — —
118 M5 Nut for Spinner — — — — — —
122 Spray Bar/O-Ring 450R3D122A 450R3D122A 450R3D122A 450R3D122A 450R3D122A 450R3D122A
135 Prop Washer/Nut/Anti-Loosening Nut 170R3135 170R3135 170R3135 170R3135 170R3135 170R3135
136 Intake Manifold — — — — — —
137 Prop Washer — — — — — —
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16 P R O P E L L E R S E L E C T I O N

Propeller Selection
Remember, it is imperative to balance
In the chart below you will find a each propeller prior to installation
propeller selection list. This chart will onto your Saito engine. Failure to do
enable you to select the best propeller so may cause unwanted vibration in
for initial setup of your Saito engine. your aircraft.
Figure 5
You will note a letter (A, B,C, etc.) stamped on the top of the motor mount. This letter
identifies the production version of your engine. Should you ever need to order a part or have a
question pertaining to your engine, specify this letter along with the engine type. This will
allow for easier identification of your engine.
Saito Single-Cylinder Propeller Chart
NOTE: All recommendations are based on engines using APC props, Power Master 15%
2-stroke fuel, and McCoy MC-4C glow plugs.
ENGINE SPORT SCALE AEROBATICS
FA-30S (H)/30SGK
2,200 – 12,000 rpm 10 x 5 10 x 5, 10 x 6 9 x 6, 10 x 5
FA-50/50GK
2000 – 12,000 rpm 11 x 7, 11 x 8, 12 x 6 12 x 5, 12 x 6 11 x 7, 11 x 8, 12 x 6
FA-56/56GK
2000 – 12,000 rpm 11 x 8, 12 x 6, 12 x 7 12 x 6, 12 x 7 11 x 8, 12 x 6, 12 x 4
FA-65/65GK
2000 – 11,500 rpm 12 x 6, 12 x 8, 13 x 8 13 x 8, 14 x 5, 14 x 6 11 x 9, 12 x 8, 13 x 6
FA-72/72GK
2000 – 11,500 rpm 12 x 8, 13 x 6, 13 x 8, 13 x 6, 13 x 8, 14 x 6, 11 x 9, 11 x 10,12 x 8,
14 x 6 15 x 4 12 x 9
FA-80/80GK
2000 – 11,500 rpm 12 x 8, 13 x 6, 13 x 8, 13 x 6, 13 x 8, 14 x 6, 11 x 9, 11 x 10,12 x 8,
14 x 6 15 x 4 12 x 9
FA-91S/91SGK
2000 – 11,000 rpm 12 x 8, 13 x 7,13 x 8, 13 x 7, 13 x 8, 14 x 5 11 x 10, 11 x 11, 12 x 9
14 x 6, 14 x 8 14 x 6, 15 x 4 12 x 10N, 13 x 9
FA-120S/120SGK
2000 – 11,000 rpm 14 x 10,15 x 8, 15 x 10 15 x 8, 16 x 6, 16 x 8, 13.5 x 13.5, 14 x 10N
16 x 16, 16 x 8 18 x 6 14 x 12
FA-150/150GK
2000 – 10,500 rpm 15 x 8, 15 x 10, 16 x 8 16 x 8, 18 x 6, 18 x 8, 14 x 10N, 14 x 14,
18 x 6, 18 x 8 15 x 10, 15 x 11
FA-180/180GK
2000 – 11,000 rpm 15 x 8, 15 x 10, 15 x 11 16 x 8, 16 x 10, 14 x 13.5,
16 x 8, 16 x 10 18 x 6 15 x 12
NOTE: Observe operating rpm ranges as excessive rpm can result in damage to the engine.
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Figure 6

Figure 7

OUTSIDE DIMENSIONS (mm)


Items A B B1 B2 C1 C2 D E F G H I
FA-30S (H)/30S GK 36 14 — — 88 110 43 87 47 29 33 72
FA-50/FA-50GK 46 15 — — 103 130 54 102 59 32 52 84
FA-56/FA-56GK 46 15 — — 103 130 54 102 59 32 52 84
FA-65/FA-65GK 50 21 — — 113 144 60 113 66 40 55 93
FA-72/FA-72GK 46 — — — 113 136 54 112 77.5 36 59.5 94
FA-80/FA-80GK 50 21 — — 113 144 60 113 66 40 55 93
FA-91 Special/FA-91SGK 50 21 — — 114 146 60 113 66 40 55 93
FA-120 Special/FA-120SGK 59 24 — — 150 175 69 132 80 45 68 110
FA-150/FA-150GK 59 24 — — 150 175 69 132 80 45 68 110
FA-180/FA-180GK 59 24 — — 150 175 69 132 80 45 68 110

Figure 8

SPECIFICATIONS
Items Disp Bore Stroke Weight K Cylinder HP
(cc) (mm) (mm) (g) (ISO)
FA-30S (H)/30S GK 5.03 20 16 270 /
1
4x28 AAC —
FA-50/FA-50GK 8.2 23.4 19.0 435 M7x1 — ABC 0.85
FA-56/FA-56GK 9.2 24.8 19.0 440 M7x1 — ABC 0.93
FA-65/FA-65GK 10.6 24.8 22.0 550 M7x1 — ABC 0.95
FA-72/FA-72GK 11.8 27.0 20.6 470 M7x1 — AAC 1.2
FA-80/FA-80GK 13.1 27.0 22.8 540 M7x1 — ABC 1.3
FA-91 Special/FA-91SGK 14.9 28.2 24.0 520 M7x1 — AAC 1.7
FA-120 Special/FA-120SGK 20.0 32.0 24.8 820 M8x1.25 — AAC 2.2
FA-150/FA-150GK 25.0 34.0 27.6 850 M8x1.25 — AAC 2.5
FA-180/FA-180GK 29.1 36.0 28.6 880 M8x1.25 — AAC 2.8

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PARTS LIST
No. Description Qty. No. Description Qty.
01 Cylinder (left) 1 39 Pushrod 2
06 Piston 1 40 Pushrod cover & rubber seal 2 each
07 Piston pin 1 41 Rocker arm 2
08 Piston pin retainer 2 42 Rocker arm screw & nut 2 each
09 Piston ring 1 43 Rocker arm pin 2
10 Connecting rod 1 44 Rocker arm bracket (left) 1
14 Cylinder screw set 1 set 45 Rocker arm bracket (right) 1
15 Crankcase 1 46 Valve (in & out) 2
17 Rear cover 1 47 Valve spring & keeper & retainer 2 each
19 Breather nipple 1 48 Valve retainer
20 Front bearing 1 49 Rocker arm cover 2
22 Rear bearing 1 68 Checkvalve (in & out) 1 pair
23 Crankshaft 1 69 Intake manifold 1
24 Pinion (crankshaft) 1 74 Muffler 1
25 Pinion gearpin 75 Muffler manifold 1
26 Collar (crankshaft) 1 77 Muffler gasket 5
27 Taper collet & drive flange 1 each 80 Muffler nut 2
28 Prop washer & nut 1 set 89 Idle needle valve 1
29 Prop nut-spinner 821 Carburetor complete 1 set
30 Prop nut-electric starter 831 Carburetor body assembly 1 set
31 Crankcase screw set 1 set 84 Spray bar assembly
32 Engine gasket set 1 set 85 High speed needle valve 1
33 Cam gear housing 1 87 Throttle barrel assembly 1 set
35 Cam gear 1 91 Carburetor gasket set 1 set
36 Cam gear shaft 1 93 Intake velocity stack 1 set
37 Steel washer set 1 set 102 Fuel pump system complete 1 set
38 Tappet 2 110 Anti-loosening nut 1

14
Figure 9 49
32 68
102
42 43
Fuel Pump System Complete

41
48
47
14 74 821
45 44
39
75
91 80
40
89 831
14
31
69 84
32 87
36 85

33 01
38 46 92
37 93
09 (Optional)
choke
35
06
32 08
07
10 25
68
26 19
31
20 17
32
27
28 23
110 22
24
15
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W A R R A N T Y & R E P A I R S 19

Consumer Warranty and Repair Policy


Saito engines are guaranteed against • Damage due to use of improper fuel
workmanship and manufacturing and/or glow plug
defects for a period of 3 years from • Damage due to lean runs, such as
the original date of purchase. This rusted bearings, seized connecting
warranty is limited to the original rod or piston, etc.
purchaser of the engine and is not • Damage caused by foreign objects
transferable. Warranty repairs will (dirt or broken glow plug filaments)
not cover: • Damage caused by unreasonable
mounting or running conditions
• Normal engine wear
(dust, insufficient cooling, improper
• Damage due to insufficient
mounting, improper propeller size,
maintenance
or lack of balancing, etc.)
• Damage related to over-revving of
• Damage due to improper
engine due to small prop size or
disassembly
unreasonable use
• Modifications of any kind
• Rusted bearings
• Crash damage

If your engine needs repair, please do the following:


1. Ship your engine in its original box, 2. Include a note containing a brief
freight prepaid to: summary of the difficulty and include
the following information:
Horizon Service Center
Attn: Saito Service • Nitro content and brand of fuel
4105 Fieldstone Road • Propeller size and brand used
Champaign, IL 61822 • Type of glow plug used
Phone: (217) 355-9511 • Type of engine mount
• Approximately how much running
Include complete name and address
time the engine had before difficulty
information inside the carton, as well
as clearly writing it on the outer Date your correspondence and be sure
label/return address area. your name and address appear on this
enclosure. Also, include a phone
number where you can be reached
during the business day.

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20 W A R R A N T Y & R E P A I R S

Warranty Repairs Please advise us of the payment


method you prefer to use. The
To receive warranty service, you
Horizon Service Center accepts
must include your original dated sales
VISA, MasterCard, or money orders.
receipt to verify your proof-of-
If you prefer to use a credit card,
purchase date. Providing that
include your card number and
warranty conditions have been
expiration date.
met, your engine will be repaired
without charge. The Consumer Warranty Registration
in the back of this manual must be
Non-Warranty Repairs completely filled out and mailed to:
Should your repair cost exceed 50% Horizon Service Center
of the retail purchase cost, you will
Attn: Saito Warranty
be provided with an estimate advising
4105 Fieldstone Road
you of your options. Any return
Champaign, IL 61822
freight for non-warranty repairs will
be billed to the consumer.

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Horizon Hobby, Inc., Champaign, IL 61822
www.horizonhobby.com
© Copyright, 2000 Stock #SAIMAN1 updated 9-7-2000
SAI.99.36

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