Section 3: Deploying the Bambi Bucket
Deployment Instructions
Bambi Bucket Operations Manual (Version F) 6
Control Head Orientation (Models 5566-HL9800 only)
For these models, it may be necessary to use a second shack-
le to rotate the bucket 90 degrees.
Control Head Operation
Connecting Power
The Bambi bucket’s electrical supply is connected through a breakaway plug. The purpose of the plug is to
offer a clean “breakaway” if the Bambi bucket has to be jettisoned from the aircraft in an emergency. It is
suggested that the plug be lightly taped together with vinyl tape, while in use, to ensure that wind action does
not separate the plug. If the control cable is not secured to the longline, duct tape should be wrapped every
24-36" to prevent any damage to the cable.
Warning
Do not remove the cover on the control head while operating the Bambi bucket. Part of the tripline
safety keeper is cast into the control head cover. With the cover removed, this safety feature is no
longer functional. Without the safety keeper functioning, a separated tripline could cause a tail
rotor strike which could result in severe injury or death and/or helicopter damage.
Important Note
To operate the solenoid and release the water, a momentary contact switch is used. The solenoid
has a 10% duty cycle (designed to not be operated more than 10% of the time). Operating the so-
lenoid continuously will result in solenoid failure.
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