Table of Contents
Section 1: Introduction ............................................................................................................ 1
Bambi System Drawing ............................................................................................................................ 2
Dump Valve Operation ............................................................................................................................. 3
Control Head Operation ............................................................................................................................ 4
Section 2: Deploying the Bambi Bucket ................................................................................. 7
Attaching to the Cargo Hook .................................................................................................................... 7
Connecting Power ..................................................................................................................................... 8
Longlines .................................................................................................................................................. 8
Checking Tail Rotor Clearance ................................................................................................................. 9
Instant Deployment System (IDS) .......................................................................................................... 10
Section 3: Accessories ...........................................................................................................11
PowerFill Snorkel ................................................................................................................................... 11
Foam Injection Systems .......................................................................................................................... 12
Section 4: Making Adjustments .............................................................................................13
Adjusting the Dump Valve Udder .......................................................................................................... 13
Adjusting Purse Strings ........................................................................................................................... 13
Section 5: Packing and Storage .............................................................................................15
Packing the Bucket ................................................................................................................................. 15
Storing the Bucket ................................................................................................................................... 17
Section 6: Troubleshooting Guide .........................................................................................19
Valve Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................ 19
Control Head Troubleshooting................................................................................................................ 20
Section 7: Repair Assessment Guide ....................................................................................23
Overview of Repair Categories ............................................................................................................... 23
Control Head Repair Criteria .................................................................................................................. 24
Cables Repair Criteria ............................................................................................................................. 25
M-Straps/Top Chains Repair Criteria ..................................................................................................... 26
IDS Repair Criteria ................................................................................................................................. 27
Bucket Shell Repair Criteria ................................................................................................................... 28
Cinch Strap Repair Criteria ..................................................................................................................... 29
Valve Repair Criteria .............................................................................................................................. 30