SECTION 8
HANDLING, SERV & MAINT PA-28-181, ARCHER III
SECTION 8
HANDLING, SERV & MAINT PA-28-181, ARCHER III
REPORT: VB-1611 ISSUED: JULY 12, 1995
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REPORT: VB-1611 ISSUED: JULY 12, 1995
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8.23 TIRE INFLATION
For maximum service from the tires, keep them inflated to the proper
pressures - 18 psi for the nose gear and 24 psi for the main gear. All wheels
and tires are balanced before original installation, and the relationship of
tire, tube and wheel should be maintained upon reinstallation. Unbalanced
wheels can cause extreme vibration in the landing gear; therefore, in the
installation of new components, it may be necessary to rebalance the wheels
with the tires mounted. When checking tire pressure, examine the tires for
wear, cuts, bruises, and slippage.
8.25 BATTERY SERVICE
Access to the 24-volt battery is through an access panel at the right rear
side of the baggage compartment. The battery box uses a sump jar to catch
acid and a plastic tube which vents gases. This vent should never be closed
off. The battery should be checked for proper fluid level. DO NOT fill the
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.
If the battery is not up to charge, recharge starting at a 3 amp rate
and finishing with a 1 1/2 amp rate. Quick charges are not
recommended.
NOTE:
Initial current reduced by 1/2 when all cells
start gassing and charge voltage and specific
gravity of electrolyte are constant over three
successive readings taken at one hour
intervals.
8.23 TIRE INFLATION
For maximum service from the tires, keep them inflated to the proper
pressures - 18 psi for the nose gear and 24 psi for the main gear. All wheels
and tires are balanced before original installation, and the relationship of
tire, tube and wheel should be maintained upon reinstallation. Unbalanced
wheels can cause extreme vibration in the landing gear; therefore, in the
installation of new components, it may be necessary to rebalance the wheels
with the tires mounted. When checking tire pressure, examine the tires for
wear, cuts, bruises, and slippage.
8.25 BATTERY SERVICE
Access to the 24-volt battery is through an access panel at the right rear
side of the baggage compartment. The battery box uses a sump jar to catch
acid and a plastic tube which vents gases. This vent should never be closed
off. The battery should be checked for proper fluid level. DO NOT fill the
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.
If the battery is not up to charge, recharge starting at a 3 amp rate
and finishing with a 1 1/2 amp rate. Quick charges are not
recommended.
NOTE:
Initial current reduced by 1/2 when all cells
start gassing and charge voltage and specific
gravity of electrolyte are constant over three
successive readings taken at one hour
intervals.
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