PERIODIC INSPECTIONS. (cont)
—NOTE—
Perform all inspections or operations at each of the inspection
intervals as indicated by a circle (O). (See Notes 1, 2 and 3.)
D. ENGINE GROUP (LYCOMING) (cont)
12. Inspect condition of spark plugs (Clean and adjust gap as required,
per latest revision of Lycoming Service Instruction No. 1042).......... O O O
NOTE: If fouling of spark plugs has been apparent, rotate bottom
plugs to upper plugs, and vice versa.
13. Inspect spark plug cable leads and ceramics for corrosion and
deposits ............................................................................................... O O O O
14. Check cylinder compression (Refer to latest revision of Lycoming
Service Instruction No. 1191)............................................................. O O O
15. Inspect cylinders for cracked or broken fins (See Note 12)................ O O O
16. Inspect rocker box covers for evidence of oil leaks. If found, replace
gasket; torque cover screws 50 inch-pounds (See Note 11) ............... O O O O
NOTE: Lycoming requires a valve inspection be made after every
400 hours of engine operation. (See Note 11.)
17. Inspect ignition harness and insulators (high tension leakage and
continuity)........................................................................................... O O O
18. Inspect magneto points for condition and proper clearance ............... O O O
19. Inspect magneto for oil leakage.......................................................... O O O
20. Inspect breaker felts for proper lubrication......................................... O O O
21. Inspect distributor block for cracks, burned areas or corrosion
and height of contact springs .............................................................. O O
22. Check magnetos to engine timing....................................................... O O O
23. Overhaul or replace magnetos (See Note 7)
24. Remove air filter and tap gently to remove dirt particles (Replace
as required).......................................................................................... O O O O
25. Clean fuel injector inlet line screen (Clean injector nozzles as
required) (Clean with acetone only).................................................... O O O O
26. Inspect condition of injector, alternate air door and box
(See Note 9) ........................................................................................ O O O O
27. Inspect vent lines for evidence of fuel or oil seepage......................... O O O O
28. Inspect intake seals for leaks and clamps for tightness....................... O O O O
29. Inspect all air inlet duct hoses (Replace as required).......................... O O O O
30. Inspect condition of flexible fuel lines................................................ O O O
31. Replace flexible fuel lines (See Note 7).............................................. O
32. Clean gascolator bowl and screens..................................................... O O O O
33. Inspect fuel system for leaks............................................................... O O O O
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PIPER AIRCRAFT
PA-28RT-201 / 201T
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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