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21.
Proceed to the rear of the wing and tension the overcentre lever in the rear top rigging.
6.3. PREPARING THE TRIKE
1.
Rigging the trike is the relatively simple operation of lowering and raising the pylon whilst
connecting the trike to the wing.
2.
To erect the trike from the folded state, the pylon should be raised and locked by means
of the over-centre catch.
Fit the front strut and ensure that the upper and lower securing pins and rings are fitted
correctly. Now is a good time to inspect the interior of the trike including the engine
mounts and fuel lines. Depress the drain valve on the underside of the fuel tank and drain
off a little fuel into a container. Check for discolouration due to contamination and for
water present in the fuel. If in doubt, drain off all contaminated fuel and replace it.
3.
To convert the tandem seat for solo operation, it is merely necessary to secure the rear
seat belt buckle and to tighten the straps so that there is no slack.
6.4. CONNECTING THE WING TO THE TRIKE
For the first few times that you rig your aircraft, ensure that the weather is calm or you have an
experienced helper to take charge if the wind starts to take control from you. It is much better to
be set up on grass rather than hard standing, both to avoid damage and wear to the wing and
scraped knuckles as you lift the wing from the ground. Ensure that the ground is level, clear of
clutter, wing bags, tools, twigs and inspect the ground for holes or any other obstacles that may
trip you. While rigging the aircraft, it is important to carry out continual checks to ensure correct
assembly. It is important that the pilot/operator carries out these inspections to ensure that the
aircraft will be fit to fly.
1.
Fit the nose extension (rigging tool) to the wing and position the wing on it's control frame
and nose extension facing into wind.
2.
Line up the trike behind and facing the wing, but at least ten feet away to give clearance
for the wing to be raised onto its control frame.
3.
Remove the two safety rings and pins at the lower end of the front strut. Release the over
centre lock and then lift its lugs out of engagement and lay it aside, lay the front seat back
rest down by rotating forward, lay the rear seat cushion down to expose the slot in the
rear seat and lower the pylon by pulling firmly down on the inner front strut tube to
overcome the resistance of the optional rigging gas strut where fitted. Remove the top
front strut pin and lay the front strut on the ground, ensuring that it is not likely to cause a
tripping hazard.
Quik & Quik GT450 Maintenance Manual
th
29
March 2007
Issue 1
WARNING
!
The pylon is fitted with a powerful gas strut to
facilitate lifting of the wing. Handle the pylon
with care when in the folded position with the
wing off, and make sure you and all assistants
remain clear of the pylon at all times when
folded.
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