Rudder Mistrim - Garmin GFC 600 Manual

RUDDER MISTRIM

(Amber AP LED flashes for 10 seconds, RUD TRM LF or RUD TRM RT displayed in Message Window on
GMC 605 display)
Indicates a mistrim of the rudder while the yaw damper is engaged. If the yaw damper is disconnected
while this message is displayed, high rudder pedal forces and yawing motion are possible.
1. RUDDER TRIM....................................................................ADJUST as required to extinguish
If annunciation remains:
2. RUDDER PEDALS and CONTROL WHEEL.........................................................HOLD FIRMLY
Be prepared for significant sustained control forces in the direction of the mistrim
annunciation. For example, RUD TRM RT indicates right rudder pedal force will be
required upon yaw damper disconnect.
3. AP DISC / TRIM INT switch .......................................................................................PRESS
4. AUTOPILOT...........................................................If rudder trim is re-established, RE-ENGAGE
190-02011-11 Rev. 2
WARNING
GFC 600 Autopilot Installed in Piper PA-46-310P/350P
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