MOONEY INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION
M20V SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Page
Date
5
MAR 2017
Rev Date
10-00-00 - GENERAL
The parking brake is set by applying brakes and pulling
out on parking brake control knob. Release parking
brake by pushing IN on parking brake control knob.
-NOTE-
There is no need to depress brake pedals to re-
lieve pressure in brake lines during release of
parking brake control.
There are three tiedown points on aircraft, one on each
wing, outboard of main gear (tiedown rings are to be
threaded into built- in receptacles) and tail skid/tiedown
fitting at aft end of tailcone.
10-10-00 - PARKING
When parking aircraft, place wheel chocks fore and aft
of main wheels. The parking brake should be used for
short- duration parking only.
-CAUTION-
Do not set parking brake when brakes are
overheated or when cold weather could freeze
moisture and slush accumulation within the
brake mechanism. Do not set parking brake
when aircraft is tied down. For maximum
protection, hangar aircraft during severe
weather and high winds.
10-10-01 - STORAGE (FLYABLE)
Outdoor storage requires adequate mooring and tie-
down facilities. The following precautionary measures
are recommended for keeping aircraft serviceable and
ready- to- fly.
1. Refer to paragraph 10- 20- 00 for mooring instruc-
tions.
2. Magneto switches OFF.........
3. Throttle CLOSED..................
4. Mixture IDLE CUTOFF..................
5. Rotate propeller 6 revolutions every seven days;
STOP propeller 45 to 90 degrees from original position.
6. Keep fuel tanks filled at least one- half full to mini-
mize moisture condensation. Keep batteries fully
charged.
7. Install protective covers over pitot head, engine
cowl openings, static ports, etc.
8. Maintain a good wax finish on all exterior surfaces
(after 90 days from new paint job).
10-10-02 - STORAGE (PROLONGED)
If the aircraft is to be stored for an extended period of
time, the following steps are recommended for protec-
tion:
1. Refer to paragraph 10- 20- 00 for mooring instruc-
tions.
2. Tape or cover all openings.
3. Remove batteries, charge fully, and store in a cool
place.
4. Raise aircraft to remove weight from tires, and
block up wheels.
-CAUTION-
If weight is not removed from tires, rotate
wheels/tires to a new position at least once
each 30 days to prevent flat- spotting tires.
5. See appropriate CMI Service Information for en-
gine preservation.
-CAUTION-
Attach warning placards if preservation pro-
cedures make engine inoperable.
10-10-03 - RETURNING TO SERVICE
If aircraft has been stored for an extended period of
time, it is advisable to perform a 50- hour periodic in-
spection after completion of the following preliminary
steps:
1. Remove blocks from wheels. Check tire condition
and inflation.
2. Check and install batteries.
3. Remove tape and covers from openings.
4. Remove warning placards (if any).
5. Replace engine oil filter.
6. Clean engine oil suction and pressure screens.
7. Clean and check oil pressure relief valve.
8. Clean and check oil temperature bypass valve.
9. Fill engine sump with proper grade of lubricating
oil.
10. Clean and reinstall engine air- inlet filter.
11. Check ignition harness.
12. Clean and re- gap spark plugs.
13. Check and clean fuel injector nozzles and
screens.
14. Check fuel tank vents for obstruction, and drain
sumps to remove moisture and sediment.
15. Complete 50- hour and preflight inspections.
16. See appropriate Continental Motors Service
Information for servicing of the engine.
10-20-00 - MOORING
When mooring aircraft out of doors:
1. Head aircraft into the wind.
2. Place chocks fore and aft of each main wheel.
3. Install wing tiedown eyebolts in wings. Fasten
strong, ground-anchored chain or rope (600-pound
tensile strength). Allow a little slack in each tiedown
rope/chain.
4. Fasten strong ground-anchored chain or rope
(600-pound tensile strength) through the tail skid.
5. For additional security, attach a rope to nose gear
and secure to a ground anchor.
6. Lock controls by looping right front seat safety belt
through control wheel and drawing belt snug.
10-00-00
To Next Page
Loading...
