s Propeller and spinner condition
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CHECK
for
nicks, cracks, dents
and
other de-
fects, propeller should rotate freely. Check
fixing
and
lack
of
play be/ll'een blades
and
hub.
T Check the engine cowling surface conditions, then open engine inspection doors
and perform the following checks:
u
v
z
a)
Nacelle inlets
and
exhausts openings must be free
of
obstructions. Check
connect ton
and
integrity
of
air intake system, visually inspect that ram air
intake is unobstructed.
If
inlet
and
outlet plugs are installed, they must be
removed.
b)
Check radiator. There should be no indication
of
leakage
of
fluid
and
they
have to
befree
of
obstructions.
c) Check
for
foreign objects
d)
Onlv before the first flight
ofa
day:
(
1)
Brake Hydraulic
fluid
tank: check
for
correct level
and
replenish as
required
(2)
Check V belt
for
general condition
(3)
Exhaust: inspect
for
damages, leakage
and
general condition.
(4)
Check engine mount
and
silent-blocks
for
condition.
e)
At cold engine, Check engine oil level and replenish as required. Prior to
long flights oil should be added so that the oil level reaches the '"max"
mark.
j)
Drain
off
Gasco/a/or
for
water
and
sediment (drain until no water comes
off). Then make sure drain valve is closed.
g)
Check drainage hoses free
of
obstructions
h)
Verify all parts are fixed
or
locked: inspect fuel circuit
for
leakages.
Engine cowling doors
Landing/taxi light and LH static
port
Tow
bar
and chocks
CLOSE, check
for
proper alignment
of
cam-
locks
CHECK, Visual inspection
for
integrity.
Right side tank vent: check
for
obstructions.
REMOVE, stow on board pilot, static ports
and
stall warning protective plugs.
Avoid blowing inside Pilot tube
and
inside airspeed indicator system's
static ports as this may damage instruments.
Section
4 -
Normal
procedures
Pre-flight
Inspection
2"d
Edition. Rev. 0
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