ELA Aviacion ELA 07 Pilot Operator's Handbook page 34

ELA 07-07S PILOT OPERATOR´S HANDBOOK
Version: V07-05
Last modification: September 2017.
5. Brake fluid .............................................................. Level
Verify the level of the brake fluid.
6. Throttle ................................................................. Check
Move the front throttle lever through its full range. Check for smooth
operation and a suitable amount of friction.
Verify: Throttle fully opened = Carburettors fully opened. Close the throttle.
7. Brake lever ........................................................... Check
Inspect and operate the wheel brakes lever for correct operation.
8. Cockpit left side ..................................................... Secure
Verify the left side of the cockpit is secured to the airframe.
9. Left leg of landing gear, wheel & brake .............. Condition
Check the physical condition of the left main landing gear, the wheel, the
fairing and the brakes. Verify tire condition and pressure. The correct tire
pressure is 2 bar (30 psi).
10. Engine oil level ................................................... Check
Remove the engine oil filler and remove the dipstick. Wipe the dipstick with
a clean paper and carefully insert it fully again. Remove the dipstick and
verify that the engine oil level is between limits. Replenish and re-verify if
required.
11. Rotor control rods (left) ...................................... Check
Inspect the rotor control rods on the left side. Move the rods by hand to
make sure the joints are free, the rods are securely attached to the mast
and that the red paint marks all align.
12. Cooling pipes, exhaust & spark plugs (left) ........ Secure
Make sure that the engine cooling pipes (left side of engine) including the
cooler, the exhaust system and the spark plugs connections are secure, no
visible signs of damage or leaks.
13. Propeller ............................................................ Condition
Check each propeller blade and hub for signs of damage, delamination, etc.
14. Propeller protector (if fitted) ................................ Secure
Make sure that the propeller protector is secure.
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