Calidus
HANDLING / MAINTENANCE
AutoGyro_POH_Calidus Revision 4.0 – Issue Date 17.JAN.2019 8-7
8.15 Removal, Disassembly, Assembly and Installation of the Rotor
In order to transport or park the gyroplane with minimum space requirements, the rotor
system can be removed and disassembled, if needed. In order to do so, a second person is
needed to assist and help to prevent any damage to the gyroplane or the rotor system.
WARNING
The rotor system and rotor head construction must be correctly matched.
Incorrect matching can result in excessive or too little teeter movement,
endangering the aircraft!
Rotorsystem 1 has a solid square teeter block fitted to the top of the rotor. Wt
approx. 28Kg
Rotorsystem II has a tall scalloped teeter block. Wt approx. 31Kg (red end cap),
or 35Kg (blue end cap).
Rotorsystem II for rotorhead III has a short scalloped teeter block.
The nominal teeter angle is +/-7deg!
WARNING
The rotor system must be removed and disassembled for road transport. When
handled incorrectly the rotor system can be damaged irreparably. If undetected
this may have catastrophic consequences.
CAUTION
When removing or disassembling make sure to mark all parts so that each and
every component of the rotor system is reassembled and installed in exactly
the same way and orientation. Some rotor blades have loose washers in them
which are required as balance weights. Do not remove or restrain if present!
NOTE
Rotorsystem II is shown in the photos and text.
Rotorsystem I construction is the same, excepting that the hub bar is not
scalloped, and all the blade to hub bar bolts are the same length.
8.15.1 Removal of the Rotor System
1. Secure the gyroplane on level ground by engaging the parking brake, adjust the rotor
system lengthwise and pump up the rotor brake to its maximum.
2. Set the propeller such that one blade is pointing up on the aircraft centre line.
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