Battery Service; Cleaning - Piper WARRIOR III PA-28-161 Pilot Operating Handbook

SECTION 8
HANDLING, SERV & MAINT

8.25 BATTERY SERVICE

Access to the 24-volt battery is obtained by raising upper right cowl
which provides access to the battery box, which is mounted on the forward
right face of the fire wall. The sealed battery box has a leak proof vent system
with a vent tube which vents gases and acid fumes from the battery manifold.
The battery should be checked for proper fluid level. DO NOT fill the
battery above the baffle plates. DO NOT fill the battery with acid - use only
water. A hydrometer check will determine the percent of charge in the
battery.
If the battery is not up to charge, recharge starting at a 4 amp rate and
finishing with a 2 amp rate. Quick charges are not recommended.

8.27 CLEANING

(a) Cleaning Engine Compartment
Before cleaning the engine compartment, place a strip of tape
on the magneto vents to prevent any solvent from entering these
units.
(1) Place a large pan under the engine to catch waste.
(2) With the engine cowling removed, spray or brush the
Do not spray solvent into the alternator,
vacuum pump, starter, or air intakes.
(3) Allow the solvent to remain on the engine from five to ten
Do not operate the engine until excess solvent
has evaporated or otherwise been removed.
REPORT: VB-1565
8-16
engine with solvent or a mixture of solvent and degreaser.
In order to remove especially heavy dirt and grease
deposits, it may be necessary to brush areas that were
sprayed.
CAUTION
minutes. Then rinse the engine clean with additional
solvent and allow it to dry.
CAUTION
PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
PA-28-161, WARRIOR III
ISSUED: JULY 1, 1994