EV-97 Eurostar SL Microlight Maintenance Manual GEN/EUR/04 Issue 4
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2.28 Stall Warning Device (SWD)
A stall warner is fitted to the port wing which comprises of a switch in the leading edge of the wing
which is activated by a vane. The switch is connected to a piezo buzzer mounted below the
instrument panel. The buzzer gives a clear and distinct audible warning of an impending stall (10
knots above the stall).
3.
Aircraft Assembly and Disassembly of Major Parts
3.1
Wing
Ideally 3 people are needed for the removal and assembly of the wing to the aircraft; however with
care it can be done by 2 people. The following tools are required:
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A rubber or nylon headed hammer to move the wing suspension pins;
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A Pozi-drive screwdriver for the wing root fairings’ screws;
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Spanner to install the rear wing suspension bolts’ nuts.
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For disassembly, a soft metal drift or punch to remove the pins from the wing root attachments.
Wing Removal:
For each wing half, proceed as follows:
1.
Remove the wing root fairings.
2.
Disconnect the navigation lights’ wiring and pitot-static hoses.
3.
Disconnect the aileron control rod.
4.
Remove the safety pins from the wing pins.
5.
Remove the bolt from its rear wing attachment point, tapping it out gently.
6.
Take the load off the lower attachment point by gently lifting the wing tip, then remove
the lower wing pin.
7.
Take the load off the upper attachment point by lifting the root, then remove the upper
wing pin, supporting the wing root at the same time.
8.
Store the wing in a safe place, taking care not to damage the VG’s.
CAUTION
Take care not to damage the Vortex Generators (VGs) when handling the wing.
IMPORTANT
Check the stall warning device for correct operation before each flight.
