Piper ARCHER II - Cleaning Engine Compartment

PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 8
PA-28-181, ARCHER II HANDLING, SERV. & MAINT
8.27 CLEANING
(a) Cleaning Engine Compartment
Before cleaning the engine compartment, place a strip of tape
on the magneto vents to prevent any solvent from entering these
units,
(1) Place a large pan under the engine to catch waste.
(2) With the engine cowling removed, spray or brush the
engine with solvent or a mixture of solvent and degreaser.
In order to remove especially heavy dirt and grease de-
posits, it may be necessary to brush areas that were
sprayed.
CAUTION
Do not spray solvent into the alternator,
vacuum pump, starter, or air intakes.
(3) Allow the solvent to remain on the engine from five to ten
minutes, Then rinse the engine clean with additional sol-
vent and allow it to dry.
CAUTION
Do not operate the engine until excess solvent
has evaporated or otherwise been removed.
(4) Remove the protective tape from the magnetos.
(5) Lubricate the controls, bearing surfaces, etc., in accor-
dance with the Lubrication Chart.
ISSUED: JULY 2, 1979 REPORT: VB-1120
REVISED: MAY 29, 1980 8-15