ENSTROM 280FX OPERATOR’S MANUAL 8-21
Rev. 11
Report No. 28-AC-020 Sep 20/17
tape is installed, it must be inspected before each flight
for holes, blisters, bubbles, or separation of the tape
from the blade. If any defects are found, the tape must
be removed, repaired, or replaced before further flight.
The tape should be kept clean, just as any blade must
be kept clean for maximum efficiency. Clean the tape
only with soap and water. Do not use solvent on or
around the blade tape.
14. Cabin Doors
NOTE
Removal or installation of the doors will change
the helicopter weight and c.g. and shall be
recorded on the Weight and Balance form (Figure
6-7).
a. Door Removal:
1) Remove the retaining clips on either end of the gas
strut and remove the gas strut.
2) Remove the strap.
3) Remove the upper hinge bolt. Support the door
while removing the bolt. Note the number of
washers and their position prior to removing bolt.
4) Slightly raise the door off the bottom hinge pin and
remove the door. Note the number of washers, if
any, at the bottom of the hinge pin.
b. The door installation is the reversal of the steps
above.
15. Copilot Flight Controls
Refer to SIL 0179 for removal or installation
instructions.
NOTE
Removal or installation of the copilot flight
controls will change the helicopter weight and c.g.
and shall be recorded on the Weight and Balance
form (Figure 6-7).
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