ELECTRICAL SYSTEM / BILGE PUMP 6-43
CHANGE C2 ICON A5 / MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Task Specific Training Required
No
Special Tools Required
None
Parts Required
None
Aircraft System and Number
03—Electrical System
Consumables
None
1. Remove the floorboard in front of the pilot seat. (See “Cockpit Floor Board Removal” on page
3-46.)
2. Turn on master switch.
3. Pour 1/2 gallon of water directly into the bottom of the hull.
4. Turn on bilge pump until no more water is pumping out.
NOTE: A positive pitch attitude on the aircraft ensures optimum cleaning.
This can be obtained by performing the procedure while parked on
an incline (preferred), lifting the nose, or pushing down on the tail.
5. Turn bilge pump off.
6. Ensure the bilge indication has turned off.
7. Turn off master switch.
8. Reinstall floorboard. (See “Cockpit Floor Board Installation” on page 3-47.)
VERIFICATION METHOD:
Verify that bilge pump successfully pumps the water from inside the hull.
RELATED INFORMATION:
"Condition and 100-Hour Inspection—Avionics and Electrical" on page 3-23
6.6.3.2 Bilge Pump Removal (MY17)
Use the following procedure to remove the bilge pump (MY17).
TASK INFORMATION:
Type of Maintenance