Piper TOMAHAWK User Manual

(f) Cleaning Carpets
To clean carpets, first remove loose dirt with a whisk broom or
vacuum. For soiled spots and stubborn stains use a nonflammable
dry cleaning fluid. Floor carpets may be removed and cleaned like
any household carpet.
8.29 LUBRICATION
To prolong the life of the airplane and to reduce the frequency of
extensive and expensive repairs, the airplane should be periodically
lubricated in accordance with the instructions presented in the PA-38-112
Service Manual.
8.31 WINTERIZATION
For winter operation a winterization plate is installed on the inlet open-
ing of the oil cooler baffle chamber. This plate should be installed whenever
the ambient temperature is 50° F or less. When not in use, the plate is attach-
ed to the right rear engine baffle.
Winterization Kit 61862: This kit should be installed at temperatures below
50°F. When this kit is installed, an OAT indicator is required. The kit must
be removed when the OAT is above 50°F.
SECTION 8 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
HANDLING, SERV & MAINT PA-38-112, TOMAHAWK
REPORT: 2126 ISSUED: JUNE 6, 1979
8-18 REVISED: NOVEMBER 2, 1981
(f) Cleaning Carpets
To clean carpets, first remove loose dirt with a whisk broom or
vacuum. For soiled spots and stubborn stains use a nonflammable
dry cleaning fluid. Floor carpets may be removed and cleaned like
any household carpet.
8.29 LUBRICATION
To prolong the life of the airplane and to reduce the frequency of
extensive and expensive repairs, the airplane should be periodically
lubricated in accordance with the instructions presented in the PA-38-112
Service Manual.
8.31 WINTERIZATION
For winter operation a winterization plate is installed on the inlet open-
ing of the oil cooler baffle chamber. This plate should be installed whenever
the ambient temperature is 50° F or less. When not in use, the plate is attach-
ed to the right rear engine baffle.
Winterization Kit 61862: This kit should be installed at temperatures below
50°F. When this kit is installed, an OAT indicator is required. The kit must
be removed when the OAT is above 50°F.
SECTION 8 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
HANDLING, SERV & MAINT PA-38-112, TOMAHAWK
REPORT: 2126 ISSUED: JUNE 6, 1979
8-18 REVISED: NOVEMBER 2, 1981

Piper TOMAHAWK Specifications

General

Manufacturer	Piper Aircraft
Model	PA-38 Tomahawk
Role	Trainer aircraft
First flight	1977
Number built	2, 484
Engine type	Lycoming O-235-L2C
Horsepower	112 hp (84 kW)
Max takeoff weight	1, 670 lb (757 kg)
Wingspan	34 ft 0 in (10.36 m)
Height	9 ft 0 in
Range	500 miles
Rate of Climb	720 ft/min