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- Page 1 UL26Oi UL26OiF UL26OiS UL26OiSA Operating Manual MO 260A01 Revision No: 6 Date: 2014-09-15...
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Page 3: Preface
If any passages of the manual are not completely understood or in case of questions, please contact a ULPower authorised representative. We hope you will have much pleasure and satisfaction flying your aircraft powered by a ULPower engine. Remarks The images in this manual show the typical construction. -
Page 4: Safety Information
It should be clear that the choice, selection and use of this particular engine on any aircraft is at the sole discretion and responsibility of the aircraft manufacturer, assembler and owner/user. ULPower makes no warranty or representation on the suitability of its engine's use on any particular aircraft. Furthermore, ULPower makes no warranty or representation of this engine's suitability with any other part, component or system which may be selected by the aircraft manufacturer, assembler or user for aircraft application. - Page 5 ULPOWER Operating Manual UL260i UL260iF UL260iS UL260iSA To eliminate possible injury or damage, ensure any loose equipment or tools are properly secured before starting the engine. When in storage protect the engine, fuel, lubrication, induction and exhaust system from contamination and exposure.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
ULPOWER Operating Manual UL260i UL260iF UL260iS UL260iSA Table of contents Preface ........................1 Remarks ....................... 1 Modifications ......................1 Engine serial number ....................1 Repeating symbols ....................1 Safety information ....................2 Table of contents .....................4 Engine description ....................6 General Description ....................6 Specifications ...................... - Page 7 ULPOWER Operating Manual UL260i UL260iF UL260iS UL260iSA Engine shut-down ....................18 Engine storage ..................... 19 Abnormal operation ....................20 Abnormal running on ignition check ................20 Sudden engine stop ....................20 Nearing maximum engine speed ................20 Exceeding of max. admissible cylinder head temperature ..........20 Exceeding of max.
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Page 8: Engine Description
Operating Manual ULPOWER UL260i UL260iF UL260iS UL260iSA Engine description General Description 4 stroke, 4 cylinder, horizontally opposed Electronic multipoint fuel injection (pressure and temperature compensated) Electronic spark ignition (variable timing) Electronic RPM limiter Direct propeller drive ... -
Page 9: Description Of Basic Standard Engine And Accessories
ULPOWER Operating Manual UL260i UL260iF UL260iS UL260iSA Description of basic standard engine and accessories The basic standard engine assembly consists of the following: Engine assembly Injectors, fuel pressure regulator and spark plugs Intake manifold, throttle and air filter ... -
Page 10: Engine Views
ULPOWER Operating Manual UL260i UL260iF UL260iS UL260iSA Engine views (*) Dimension for standard prop flange l =55 Different prop flange are available MO 260A01 Revision No: 6 Date: 2014-09-15 Page: 8 of 22... -
Page 11: Denomination Of Cylinders
ULPOWER Operating Manual UL260i UL260iF UL260iS UL260iSA Denomination of cylinders Description of systems Lubricant system The oil is drawn from the wet sump through a coarse filter on the oil pickup tube to the oil pump. From the pressure side of the pump, the oil passes the oil cooler (optional) and oil filter, after which it enters the main oil gallery to flow to various points of lubrication in the engine. -
Page 12: Electronic Engine Management System
Electronic Engine Management system The UL260i is equipped with an electronic injection and ignition system. RPM and Throttle Position are the main inputs to the ECU (Engine Control Unit). The pre-programmed fuel map in the ECU regulates the amount of fuel that is injected through the injectors and the pre-programmed advance map decides on ignition timing. -
Page 13: General Operating Limits
ULPOWER Operating Manual UL260i UL260iF UL260iS UL260iSA General operating limits Speed Max. engine speed ...... 3300 rpm Recommended prop speed .... 2400 - 2800 rpm Normal idle speed ....... 850 rpm Min. idle speed ......700 rpm Running in To run in a new engine, it is recommended to limit the speed at 3000 rpm for the first 5 hours. -
Page 14: Manifold Air Temperature
ULPOWER Operating Manual UL260i UL260iF UL260iS UL260iSA Manifold air temperature Max........40°C (104°F) May not exceed outside air temperature Outside air temperature Max........65°C (150°F) Min......... -25°C (-15°F) Relative fuel pressure Relative fuel pressure is the difference between the pressure in the fuel line and the pressure in the intake manifold Max. -
Page 15: Engine Performance
ULPOWER Operating Manual UL260i UL260iF UL260iS UL260iSA Engine performance Performance graphs for standard conditions (ISA) The following graphs shows the performance of the UL260i Torque 260i (Nm) Power 260i (HP) 1500 1700 1900 2100 2300 2500 2700 2900 3100 3300... -
Page 16: Performance Graph For Non-Standard Conditions
ULPOWER Operating Manual UL260i UL260iF UL260iS UL260iSA Performance graph for non-standard conditions The following graph shows the calculated performance drop with increasing flight altitude. The curves show the performance at 3300, 2800, 2500 and 2200 rpm, at full throttle. UL260i:... - Page 17 ULPOWER Operating Manual UL260i UL260iF UL260iS UL260iSA At deviation of temperature conditions from standard atmosphere conditions the engine performance to be expected can be calculated from the performance indicated, multiplied by standard temperature in °K, divided by actual temperature in °K.
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Page 18: Operating Media
ULPOWER Operating Manual UL260i UL260iF UL260iS UL260iSA Operating media Fuel UL260i Regular unleaded automotive fuel with a minimum of 95 octane RON (= 87 MON=91AKI) should be used to operate the engine. AVGAS 100 LL my be used if regular fuel is not available. -
Page 19: Standard Operation
ULPOWER Operating Manual UL260i UL260iF UL260iS UL260iSA Standard operation Daily/Pre-flight checks WARNING: Conduct checks on cold engines only as there could be a risk of burns and scalds! Turn the propeller by hand in the direction of engine rotation several times and observe engine for odd noises or excessive resistance and normal compression. -
Page 20: Prior To Take-Off
ULPOWER Operating Manual UL260i UL260iF UL260iS UL260iSA Prior to take-off Warming up period: Start warming up period with engine running between 1200 and 1500 rpm, duration depending on ambient temperature, until: oil temperature reaches at least 40°C (105°F) ... -
Page 21: Engine Storage
ULPOWER Operating Manual UL260i UL260iF UL260iS UL260iSA Note: If temperatures are still at the high end of the limits, permit the engine to cool down by idling the engine for a few minutes before shut-down. Engine storage For long out of service periods we recommend the following to protect the engine against corrosion. -
Page 22: Abnormal Operation
(as stated before) carefully to pinpoint the problem. Check fuel for eventual contamination. Rectify the problem if possible or send the engine for inspection/overhaul to a ULPower authorised service-centre. Any sudden engine stop should be entered into the logbook, stating the possible reason. -
Page 23: Exceeding Of Max. Admissible Oil Temperature
On the ground, verify that oil level is sufficient and air is free to flow through oil cooler. If problem remains, the engine should be sent for inspection/overhaul to a ULPower authorised service-centre. Oil pressure below minimum ... -
Page 24: Single Cht And/Or Egt Drop
Carry emergency/precautionary landing. If it is not a sensor malfunction, send the engine to a ULPower authorised service-centre for inspection/overhaul. Knocking Reduce engine power setting to the minimum necessary and keep engine temperatures well below the maximum.
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