DG Flugzeugbau DG-1000 Flight Manual page 46

B Inspection after rigging - Walk around the aircraft
1. All parts of the airframe:-
a) check for flaws such as bubbles,
holes, bumps and cracks in the surface;
b) check leading and trailing edges of the wings and control surfaces for
cracks;
2. Cockpit area:-
a) check the canopy locking mechanism;
b) check the canopy emergency release see section 7.16 (not each day,
but min. every 3 month);
c) check the main pin securing;
d) check all controls for wear and function, incl. positive control check;
check if the handle of the pedal adjustment cable will be pulled to the
front so that it can't hook into the trim release lever at the control
stick, even with pedals in a rear position;
e) check the tow release system for wear and function incl. cable release
check;
f) check for foreign objects;
g) check the instrumentation for wear and function;
h) Switch on main switch, check the radio and other parts of the electric
system (fuses!) for function;
i) check the engine controls
j) check all fuses
k) check the extension-retraction mechanism by operating it in both
directions. The extension time should not exceed 13 seconds!
l) extend the engine
m) check the fuel filter for dirt or sludge, the filter is located in the
baggage compartment.
n) check the fuel level by looking at the DEI and directly at the tank;
o) check if the fin tank is empty
Issued: October 2014
Flight manual DG-1000T
TN1000/24 EASA app.
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