RUNNING-IN
The running-in is a key stage of the life of an engine.
Even if the high standard quality level of the machining and the exceptional material
quality currently applied in the production process suggest that there is no need of an
adjustment phase of the engine, the running-in is still a fundamental step in its life for
getting the best performance and reliability.
The parts that require a longer running time for the operation of the propulsion and that
need to get to an optimum settling are cylinder and piston.
During the running in phase and limited to this period only the fully synthetic oil
percentage is 2,5%
All engines are tested in CORS-AIR before delivery, where we set carburetor and idle.
We strongly advise not to modify the carburetor settings during the engine
running-in.
1. Turn on the engine and let it run at the ground for 10 minutes varying the rpm range
from 3000 to 5500 rpm, after that switch off the engine and let it cool down for 10
minutes.
2. Turn on the engine and let it run at the ground for 15 minutes varying the rpm range
from 3000 to 6000 rpm, after that switch off the engine at let it cool down for 15
minutes.
3. Turn on the engine and let it run at the ground for 15 minutes varying the rpm range
from 3000 to 6500 rpm, after that switch off the engine at let it cool down.
The throttle must be continually opened and closed, so to vary the amount of
fuel/oil mixture that lubricates all parts.
At this point, you can fly the engine normally, having care to warm it up to 90/100 C°
before take off.
For the first 5/6 hours of flight, fly the engine with cautions.
NEVER FLY THE ENGINE AT FULL THROTTLE FOR A LONG TIME.
The engine running-in is finished, respect your engine and it will become your trustworthy
partner in flight.