iKarus C42 Owner's Manual

C42 Owner’s Manual (Microlight) Page 33
SECTION 11 - INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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1.1 Daily Inspection / Pre-flight Inspection
1. Engine and cowling secure and undamaged.
2. Check coolant level correct.
3. Check oil level within limits.*
4. Propeller clean and undamaged
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, bolts secure.
5. Front gear; tyre pressure, tyre condition and tyre creep.
6. Left main gear; tyre pressure and condition.
7. Left side wing, structure and covering.
8. Left wing strut attachment secure.
9. Left aileron, control linkage and hinges secure.
10. Left flap, control linkage and hinges secure.
11. Left side of the fuselage, un
damaged
12. Tail group secure and surfaces undamaged.
13. Elevator hinges and control linkage secure.
14. Trim tab and linkage secure.
15. Rudder hinges and control cables secure.
16. Repeat items 4 thro’ 11 for right side.
17. Fuel filler cap secure.
18. Windscreen clear and undamaged.
19. ASI pitot unobstructed and fully extended.
20. Cockpit area inside and out, check controls full movement, free and correct sense.
21 Instruments serviceable.
22. Open fuel tank sump drain and check for contamination.
23. Check tank water drain for leaks.
*When checking the oil level it may be necessary to pump the oil back into the reservoir to
obtain a correct reading and to avoid overfilling. This can be done by removing the oil filler cap
and ensuring the master switch and magnetos are off and rotating the propeller ONLY in the
operating direction until a gurgling sound is heard from the reservoir tank.
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With composite propellers, minor damage to the external surface, such as a deep scratch which
breaches the outside fabric, can result in significant loss of strength and a dangerous condition. For this
reason it is important to inspect the blades carefully before flight. Look particularly for scratches along
the chord of the blade which may have severed one or more yarns of fibre. When in doubt, seek expert
advice.
• Neu
form propellers must be returned to Neuform in Germany for an inspection every 500 hour
s or
2 y
ears whichever comes first. Please refer to your propeller operating manu
al.

iKarus C42 Specifications

General

Manufacturer	Comco Ikarus
Type	Ultralight Aircraft
Engine	Rotax 912
Cruise Speed	160 km/h
Stall Speed	65 km/h
Seats	2
Height	2.3 m
Maximum Takeoff Weight	472.5 kg
Range	800 km
Service Ceiling	4000 m
Power Output	80 hp
Rate of Climb	5 m/s