CHAPTER 9
GROUND HANDLING
9-10 Ground Handling
9-11 Ground Handling Wheels
Refer to R66 Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC) Figure 9-1.
NOTE
R66 ground handling wheels are installed inboard of landing
gear skid tubes. C063-5 (LH) and C063-6 (RH) ground handling
wheel assemblies are not interchangeable. When wheels are
installed and in locked position, both handles point aft.
CAUTION
Handle has a tendency to snap over when raising and lowering the
helicopter. Grip handle firmly with both hands during operation.
CAUTION
Remain clear of landing gear skid tubes when helicopter is
raised.
WARNING
Remove ground handling wheels for flight.
A. Installation
NOTE
Verify proper inflation of ground handling wheel tires. Maximum
tire inflation pressure is 70 psi.
1. Extend ground handling wheel retractable handle by depressing locking pins and
sliding handle out until pins engage outer holes. Verify security.
2. Refer to Figure 9-1. Hold ground handling wheel assembly inboard of skid with
handle forward, wheel aft, and spindle pointed outboard. Insert spindle completely
into skid-mounted support, then pull handle in rearward arc (raises helicopter) until
handle is in locked position, parallel with the skid.
3. Repeat steps to install second wheel assembly. Helicopter will rest on skid toes.
25 OCT 2010 R66 Maintenance Manual Chapter 9 Ground Handling Page 9.1
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