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SEI Industries BAMBI BUCKET SMALL Series - User Manual

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BAMBI BUCKET
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
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Summary

Introduction to the Bambi Bucket

Preflight Safety Check

Deploying the Bambi Bucket

Attaching to Cargo Hook

Connects the Bambi Bucket to the helicopter's cargo hook.

Connecting Power

Details electrical hookup for operating the solenoid and release mechanism.

Checking Suspension Cable Length

Ensures correct bucket length to avoid tail rotor strikes.

Shortening Suspension Cables

Procedure to shorten cables if the bucket is too long for the helicopter.

Instant Deployment System (IDS)

Explains the IDS mechanism for automatically opening the bucket mouth.

Flying the Bambi Bucket

Flying with the Bambi Bucket

Guidelines for flying the Bambi Bucket, including speed limits.

Filling the Bucket

Variable Fill Capability

Pilot controls bucket capacity by varying water-pulling speed.

Frusto-Conical Arrest System (FCAS)

System to reduce bucket volume via a cinch strap.

Adjusting the IDS Adjustment Chain

Adjusts the IDS chain for lower fill settings and reduced stress.

Shallow Fill Capability

Describes the bucket's ability to fill in shallow water.

High Elevation Operations

Adjusting bucket loads for high elevation operations.

Filling from the Fireflex Tank

Using a Fireflex Tank as a dip tank for filling.

Using Foam

SACKSAFOAM Foam Injection System

SEI's foam dispensing system for Bambi Buckets.

Dumping the Bucket

Dump Pattern

How height and airspeed affect the dump pattern.

Dump Speed

Advice on dump speeds for familiarization.

Reducing Mouth Opening of The Dump Valve

Method to reduce dump valve opening to control water flow.

Landing

Packing the Bambi Bucket

Storing the Bambi Bucket

Adjustments

Adjusting the Dump Valve Udder

Adjusts the dump valve bulge for proper seal.

FCAS and Valve Sealing

Explains FCAS use and its effect on valve sealing.

Adjusting Udder via Trip Line

Adjusts valve "udder" by modifying the trip line length.

Adjusting Udder Following Shortening of Suspension Cables

Adjusts "udder" after suspension cables have been shortened.

Adjusting Purse Lines in Dump Valve

Adjusts purse lines for a good seal at the valve mouth.

Checking Purse Line Adjustment

Verifies purse line alignment for proper valve operation.

General Trouble Shooting

Valve Troubleshooting

Diagnoses and resolves issues with the dump valve.

Control Head Troubleshooting

Diagnoses and resolves issues with the control head.

Control Head Maintenance

Trip Line Replacement

Procedure for replacing the trip line.

Spring Power Reel Replacement

How to replace the spring power reel.

Catch Replacement

Procedure for replacing the catch component in the control head.

Bucket Maintenance

Purse Line Replacement

Details on replacing purse lines for various Bambi Bucket models.

Suspension Line Replacement

Replacing suspension lines when frayed or kinked.

M-strap Replacement

Instructions for replacing worn M-straps.

Dump Valve Replacement

Steps to replace the dump valve assembly.

Bottom Loop Repairs

Repairing worn bottom loops.

Bucket Patching

Temporary repairs using glued patches.

Bucket Patching with a Hot Air Gun

Procedure for permanent patching using a hot air gun.

Bucket Patching with Repair Clamps

Temporary repair for rips/holes using repair clamps.

IDS Hub;Spokes Replacement

How to replace the IDS hub and spokes assembly.

Warranty

Specifications

Capacity and Weight Specifications

Table of bucket capacities and their gross/empty weights.

Suggested Buckets for Different Helicopters

Guidelines for matching Bambi Bucket models to helicopter types.

Wiring Diagram

Control Head Parts, Models 6072-4453

Parts Diagram

Illustrated diagram of control head components.

Parts List

List of part numbers for the 6072-4453 control head.

Control Head Parts, Models 5566-7590

Parts Diagram

Illustrated diagram of control head components.

Parts List

List of part numbers for the 5566-7590 control head.

Control Head Parts, Models HL5000 - HL9800

Parts Diagram

Illustrated diagram of control head components.

Parts List

List of part numbers for the HL5000-HL9800 control head.

Shell and Valve Models 6072-1821

Parts Diagram

Illustrated diagram of shell and valve components.

Parts List

List of part numbers for shell and valve.

Shell and Valve, Models 2024-HL9800

Parts Diagram

Illustrated diagram of shell and valve components.

Parts List

List of part numbers for shell and valve.

Rigging, Models 6072-1821

Parts Diagram

Illustrated diagram of rigging components.

Parts List

List of part numbers for rigging.

Rigging, Models 2024-HL9800

Parts Diagram

Illustrated diagram of rigging components.

Parts List

List of part numbers for rigging.

IDS System, Models 6072-1821

Parts Diagram

Illustrated diagram of IDS system components.

Parts List

List of part numbers for the IDS system.

IDS System, Models 2024-HL9800

Parts Diagram

Illustrated diagram of IDS system components.

Parts List

List of part numbers for the IDS system.

Packaging

Parts Diagram

Diagram showing the Bambi Bucket carrying bag.

Parts List

List of carrying bags and repair kit components.

SEI Industries BAMBI BUCKET SMALL Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSEI Industries
ModelBAMBI BUCKET SMALL Series
CategoryIndustrial Equipment
LanguageEnglish