SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
RSUK0287_POH_Cavalon Revision 3., Issue Date 06.04.16 7-7
Trim tab fitted to the rudder
Throttle and brake panel
The throttle and brake panel with choke and cabin heat / cabin temp control is located on
the left side of the pilot station in the centre panel. Throttle control (1) is conventional with
IDLE in aft (or pulled) and full throttle in most forward position. With the ROTAX 914 UL
engine the boost range is entered by overcoming a small resistance to the front. The throttle
lever is linked with cable controls to the carburettors. A mechanical spring applies tension to
the control cables and brings the carburettors to full throttle in case of a cable break. The
throttle lever has a pre-set friction brake which holds the throttle in the selected position.
Choke (3) is used start a cold engine. In order to do so, pull the choke lever fully to the rear
or ON position and be sure to have the throttle in idle position. After starting the engine and
a short warm-up, the choke can be slowly disengaged by moving the lever into its forward or
OFF position.
The hydraulic wheel brake is actuated by pulling the brake lever (2). A locking pawl
mechanism allows setting for use as parking brake. In order to release the parking brake
pull the brake lever a little further to let the spring-loaded locking pawl disengage, and then
release wheel brake.
Do not try to disengage the locking pawl by pressing the small release lever without pulling
the brake lever at the same time. Releasing the pawl using the small release lever only will
lead to premature deterioration of the teeth. If the teeth are worn the function of the parking
brake will be compromised!
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