THE NEW PIPER AIRCRAFT, INC.
PA-32-301FT / 301XTC
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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Jun 1/03
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B. Maintain tires at pressure specified in 6-00-00, Chart 1. When checking tire pressure, examine tires
for wear, cuts, bruises and slippage on the wheel. Check that index mark on tire is aligned with
index mark on wheel. Apply Age-Master #1 to tires to protect against ozone attack and weathering
as follows:
(1) Clean oil and grease from all tire surfaces.
(2) Apply single heavy coat using brush at 0.4 - 0.5 fluid ounces per square foot. Cover surface
completely and evenly; allow to dry for 5 - 10 minutes.
(3) Apply second coat per step 2; allow to dry for 20 - 30 minutes before handling.
(4) Remove agent on wheel assembly with cleaning solvent.
(5) Apply as conditions dictate.
6. Batter
y
The battery is located in the aft fuselage, aft of the rear baggage compartment. Check battery for proper
fluid level. Do not fill battery above the baffle plates. Do not fill the battery with acid - use water only. A
hydrometer check will determine the percent of charge in the battery.
Check for spilled electrolyte and corrosion at each 50 hour inspection or every 30 days, whichever
comes first. Should corrosion be found on or around the battery, remove the battery and clean it and the
surrounding area in accordance with the instructions in Chapter 24.
7. Oxygen System
See 35-10-00.