TWIN COMANCHE C/R
CAUTION
Use square or bowline knots. Do not use slip knots.
NOTE
Additional preparations for high winds include using tiedown
ropes from the landing gear forks, and securing the rudder.
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Install pitot tube cover, if possible.
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CLEANING
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.
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Place a large pan under the engine to catch waste.
With the engine cowling removed, spray or brush the engine with āsolvent or a mixture of solvent
and degreaser, as desired. It may be necessary to brush areas that were sprayed where heavy grease and dirt
deposits have collected in order to clean them.
CAUTION
Do not spray solvent into the generator or alternator, starter and
air intakes.
C.
Allow the solvent to remain on the engine from five to ten minutes, then rinse theeengine clean
with additional solvent and allow to dry.
CAUTION
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Do not operate engine until excess solvent has evaporated or
otherwise been removed.
d. Remove the protective covers from the magnetos.
e. Lubricate controls, bearing surfaces, etc., per Lubrication Chart.
CLEANING LANDING GEAR
Before cleaning the landing gear, place a plastic cover or similar material over the wheel and brake
assembly.
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Place a pan under the gear to catch waste.
Spray or brush the gear area with solvent or a mixture of solvent and degreaser, as desired. It may
be necessary to brush areas that were sprayed where heavy grease and dirt deposits have collected in order
to clean them.
C.
Allow the solvent to remain on the gear from five to ten minutes then rinse the gear with
additional solvent and allow to dg.
HANDLlNG
AND SERVICING
ISSUED: June 1,19?0
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