MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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7. GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
Safety must be considered the first priority when performing maintenance or service on an aircraft or
part. To minimize the risk to both yourself and others, begin by thinking through each task that is to be
performed before starting any work.
Using common sense, think of ways to avoid these hazards. Be sure to also use the right tool for the
task at hand and to use the proper personal protective equipment.
Such equipment may include, but is not limited to:
• Eye protection – safety glasses, goggles, and face shield.
• Hand Protection – gloves – do not use gloves when working on machine tools, as there is a
danger of being caught by rotating parts!
• Hearing protection – ear plugs or muffs.
• Foot protection – work shoes with anti-slip sole.
Some other general rules to follow are:
• Prior to performing maintenance or repair always disconnect the negative (–) battery cable from
the battery.
• During all service and repair work beware of activating the EPS rocket (if installed).
• Switch off the ignition switch and master switch prior performing maintenance or repair.
• Do not eat, drink, smoke and do not use open flame while working on an airplane.
• When starting the engine, no person must stand in the vicinity of the rotating propeller.
• Do not use amateur-made lights and lamps as they may cause fire.
• Remove any loose clothing, such as neckties and scarves. Tuck in your shirt and secure any long
hair to prevent them from becoming tangled in power tools.
• Remove all jewelry. Not only can items such as rings, watches, and necklaces become caught in
rotating tools, they can also conduct electricity and may cause a short circuit. This could result in
burns or damage to electrical circuits.
• Aviation gasoline is also highly flammable. When working with the fuel system, always work in a
well-ventilated environment. Any nearby source of ignition such as sparks or an open flame can
result in a fire or explosion. Keep all ignition sources away. Always ground the airframe to a
suitable earth ground during fueling/defueling operations to reduce the risk of a static discharge
ignition source.
• When working with the landing gear, always support the aircraft properly with jacks. Do not work
underneath the airplane unless it is properly supported.
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