Pitch Trim Failure - Garmin GFC 600 Manual

PITCH TRIM FAILURE

(Amber AP LED, PTRM FAIL in Message Window on GMC 605 display)
Indicates a failure of the pitch trim servo of the autopilot. The autopilot may remain engaged, but after
disengagement it cannot be re-engaged until the problem is resolved. The yaw damper (if installed) will
remain operative.
1. Control Wheel .................................................................................................................. GRIP FIRMLY
2. AP DISC / TRIM INT Button ............................................................................... PRESS and RELEASE
3. Elevator Trim .................................................................. RE-TRIM if necessary using Pitch Trim Wheel
The autopilot disconnect may be accompanied by an AP FAIL on the GMC 605 Status
message window, indicating the automatic flight control system has failed. The autopilot
cannot be re-engaged with this annunciation present.
4. Yaw Damper ................................................................................................. ENGAGE AS REQUIRED
GFC 600 Autopilot Installed in Piper PA-46-310P/350P
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(Be prepared for possible high elevator control forces)
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