EV-97 Eurostar SL Microlight Maintenance Manual GEN/EUR/04 Issue 4
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11.
COCKPIT
11.1
Instrument panel
11.1.1
Visually check condition and attachment of the
instrument panel
11.1.2
Check condition and attachment of individual
instruments
11.1.3
Check function of instruments
11.1.4
Check throttle and choke controls for free
movement. Check throttle friction nut.
11.1.5
Inspect completeness and readability of
placards
11.1.6
Check parachute release, safety lock secure,
placard legible.
11.2
Seats
11.2.1
Visually check seat upholstery, remove
upholstery
11.2.2
Visually check seats and backrests‘ condition
11.2.3
Check for loose rivets or any other damage on
the seats
11.2.4
Visually check main landing gear leg
attachments inside the fuselage
11.3
Safety harness
11.3.1
Visually check condition, attachment, security
and operation of buckles
11.4
Hand control
11.4.1
Check hand control for free movement
11.4.2
Check all joints and bearings for wear and
security.
11.4.3
Check control column stops for condition
11.4.4
Check pitot static hoses for water at lowest
point of water collection loop (behind port
cockpit side upholstery panel). Drain any
water by disconnecting one end of drain loop.
Reconnect after draining.
11.4.5
Lubricate per Lubricating Chart
11.5
Rudder control
11.5.1
Check for free movement.
11.5.2
Check cable tension.
11.5.3
Check cable stops for condition and security.
11.5.4
Check condition and security of cables and
end fittings.
11.5.5
Check operation and security of adjustable
rudder mechanism, 4 pedals.
11.5.6
Lubricate per Lubricating Chart
11.6
Flap and trim controls.
11.6.1
Remove cover
11.6.2
Check free movement of levers
11.6.3
Check operation of flap control lever lock
(push button)
11.6.4
Lubricate per Lubricating Chart
11.6.5
Replace Cover
11.6.6
Check trim lever friction force. Force to move
lever should be min 1.0 kg at lever end.
Adjust friction if necessary.
