Jabiru Aircraft
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Aircraft Service Manual
Jabiru J230-C
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Dated : Feb 2006
Issued By: RAS
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3.4.4
ALUMINIUM SURFACES
The aluminium surfaces require a minimum of care, but should not be neglected. Wash
and clean as detailed in Section 3.4 above.
CAUTION
JABIRU aircraft are designed for minimum maintenance.
However, special attention
should be applied when the aircraft has been used in extremely corrosive
conditions, e.g. beach landings with sand and salt. Always ensure the aircraft is
thoroughly hosed and washed immediately after such use
. Pay particular attention to
wheels and external controls. Always hose down wheels and spats after landings in mud
or sand to ensure brakes, wheels and spats are free of dirt build-up.
3.4.5
ENGINE AND ENGINE COMPARTMENT
The engine should be kept clean since dirty cooling fins and baffles can cause
overheating of the engine. Also, cleaning is essential to minimise any danger of fire and
provide easy inspection of components.
CAUTION
DO NOT hose engine. Electrical components may be damaged by moisture. Ensure
electrical components are protected against moisture. Caustic cleaning solutions
should not be used.
Recommended cleaning procedure is lightly spray with degreasing fluid – after sealing
coils and starter motor. WIPE clean with brush and cloth.
3.4.6
PROPELLER
Wash with soap and water, rinse with clean water and dry with cloth or chamois.
CAUTION
Do not use a wax based substance as this would make it almost impossible to
refurbish the prop if needed at a later stage.
3.4.7
WHEELS
The wheels should be washed periodically and examined for corrosion, cracks or dents in
the wheel halves or in the flanges or hubs. If defects are found, remove and repair in
accordance with Section 6. Discard cracked wheel halves, flanges or hubs and install new
parts.
3.5
LUBRICATION
There are no lubrication requirements for the JABIRU other than those detailed in
Appendix 1.
3.5.1
WHEEL BEARING – MAINS AND NOSE
At each 100 hour inspection, jack the wheel, spin the wheel and check for free running
and any play on the shaft. Remove and replace if there is any sign of binding or wear.
