Flight manual DG-800S
8.1
Introduction
This section contains manufacturer's recommended procedures for proper
ground handling and servicing of the sailplane. It also identifies certain
inspection and maintenance requirements which must be followed if the
sailplane is to retain that new-plane performance and dependability. It is
wise to follow a planned schedule of lubrication and preventive
maintenance based on climatic and flying conditions encountered.
8.2
Inspection period, maintenance
The "Instructions for continued airworthiness (maintenance manual) for
the DG-800S" have to be followed.
Before each rigging all the connecting pins and bushes should be cleaned
and greased. This includes the control connectors. Once a year, all the
bearings and hinges should be cleaned and greased. See the greasing
programme of the maintenance manual. Each year the control surface
displacements, adjustments and general condition must be checked. (See
the maintenance manual).
8.3
Alterations or repairs
It is essential, that the responsible airworthiness authority be contacted
prior to
any alterations on the airplane to ensure, that the airworthiness of
the sailplane is not impaired. It is prohibited to execute the alteration
without the approval of the airworthiness authority. The manufacturer will
not be liable for the alteration or for damages resulting from changes in
the characteristics of the aircraft due to alteration. So it is strongly
recommended to execute no alternatives which are not approved by the
aircraft manufacturer. External loads such as external camera installations
are to be regarded as alterations! Repair instructions can be found in the
DG-800S repair manual. No repairs should be carried out without
referring to the manual.
8.4
Tie Down, Parking
Use textile ropes or straps to tie down the wing tips. The fuselage should
be tied down just ahead of the fin.
Issued: April 1997 8.2
