Piper PA-38-112 User Manual

a drain tube which is normally closed off with a cap and which should be
opened occasionally to drain off any accumulation of liquid.
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 only
water. A hydrometer check will determine the percent of charge in the
battery.
If the battery is not up to charge, recharge starting at a 4 amp rate and
finishing with a 2 amp rate. Quick charges are not recommended.
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
deposits, 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
solvent 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 accord-
ance with the Lubrication Chart in the PA-38-112 Service
Manual.
PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 8
PA-38-112, TOMAHAWK HANDLING, SERV & MAINT
ISSUED: JANUARY 20, 1978 REPORT: 2126
REVISED: JANUARY 15, 1981 8-15
a drain tube which is normally closed off with a cap and which should be
opened occasionally to drain off any accumulation of liquid.
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 only
water. A hydrometer check will determine the percent of charge in the
battery.
If the battery is not up to charge, recharge starting at a 4 amp rate and
finishing with a 2 amp rate. Quick charges are not recommended.
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
deposits, 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
solvent 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 accord-
ance with the Lubrication Chart in the PA-38-112 Service
Manual.
PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 8
PA-38-112, TOMAHAWK HANDLING, SERV & MAINT
ISSUED: JANUARY 20, 1978 REPORT: 2126
REVISED: JANUARY 15, 1981 8-15

Piper PA-38-112 Specifications

General

Brand	Piper
Model	PA-38-112
Category	Aircrafts
Language	English