Optional Equipment
Rotorcraft Cargo Hook Kit
CSP
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902RFM207E
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ROTORCRAFT FLIGHT MANUAL
MD900 (902 Configuration with PW 207E)
FAA Approved
Reissue 2
Revision 4
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With the load beam in its locked position, apply pressure to simulate a load on
the beam and functionally check the three methods of cargo hook release:
Mechanical release lever on the right side of hook
Manual cargo hook release handle on cyclic
Electric cargo hook release switch on cyclic
NOTE
:
The TARE weight should be reset each time following aircraft shutdown and
restart (ref. Figure 10
Operating Procedures:
Use care to avoid passing load attaching cables over landing gear
skid tube when attaching load to hook with helicopter on the
ground.
Apply collective smoothly when lifting cargo.
With the hook weight suspended, and the selection made on the IIDS panel
menu for
HOOK WT
(ref. Figure 10-7), the load indication should read
HOOK
WT. xxxx LBS
on the alphanumeric display.
Ensure there is sufficient clearance between the sling load and
obstacles along the takeoff / landing flightpath. Do not drag cargo
across the ground.
Activate cargo release switch on cyclic stick to release cargo.
Check
CARGO HOOK OPEN
advisory on IIDS alphanumeric display.
NOTE
:
Ground support personnel should manually assure positive reset of the cargo
hook after use of mechanical release, prior to further cargo pickups.
Instruct ground crew to ensure that the helicopter has been electrically grounded
prior to attaching cargo to drain charges of static electricity that may build up
in flight.
The cargo hook extends 18 inches (45.72 cm) below the landing
gear while hovering. Ensure that there is adequate clearance
between the cargo hook and any obstacles along the flightpath.
SET CALIB CODE
<XXXX>
HOOK WT 2456 LBS
ZERO WEIGHT DISP
2456 LBS
NOTE: TO RETURN TO PREVIOUS HIGHER LEVEL - PRESS
MENU
TOP LEVEL
SECOND LEVEL
“ENT” SELECTS DIGITS TO BE EDITED (LEFT TO RIGHT),
AND
KEYS INCREMENT/DEINCREMENT DIGIT VALUE,
“REC” KEY CHANGES CODE TO SELECTED VALUE,
PRESSING “ENT” FOR MORE THAN 2 SECONDS
TAKES A TARE READING AND ZEROS DISPLAY
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Figure 10
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7. Cargo Hook IIDS Menu
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
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