Pipistrel Sinus User Manual

K i t M a n u a l f o r P i p i s t r e l S i n u s a n d V i r u s A i r c r a f t
Placement of the brake assembly:
 First check to see that the brake pad fits nicely into the brake assembly housing. It
should slide in and out of the housing smoothly, without being hindered or getting stuck.
If needed, lightly grind the brake pad's two alignment pegs with a file until the pad slides
in and out of the housing nicely. This is very important in order for the brakes to function
properly.
 Slide the brake assembly on and ensure that it is properly seated on the resting plate. If
necessary, use a piece of pipe to tap it flush on the resting plate.
 Note that there is a left and a right brake; they must be fitted so the hydraulic nipple is
pointing to the front of the aircraft on both sides of the plane.
 Fit washer and clean brake – NOTE: FOR ALL VIRUS AND SIRUS MODELS WITH SERIES
NUMBER 277 AND GREATER, IT IS NOT NECESSARY TO PLACE A WASHER BETWEEN THE
BRAKE ASSEMBLY AND THE WHEEL. THESE MODELS HAVE AN ALTERED BRAKE
ASSEMBLY WITH A BIGGER FLANGE AND THUS DO NOT REQUIRE THE WASHER.
Brake assembly WITH washer
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Pipistrel Sinus Specifications

General

Manufacturer	Pipistrel
Seats	2
Rate of climb	5.5 m/s (1, 080 ft/min)
Ballistic parachute rescue system	Optional
Engine	Rotax 912
Type	Motor glider