ELA Aviacion ELA 07 Pilot Operator's Handbook page 36

ELA 07-07S PILOT OPERATOR´S HANDBOOK
Version: V07-05
Last modification: September 2017.
22. Rotor control rods (right) ............................... Check
Inspect the rotor control rods on the right 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.
23. Control fork ...................................................... Check
Make sure the rotor control fork bolts are secure and verify the red paint
marks all align.
24. Rotor head and blades ....................................... Check
Verify that the rotor head is clean and all bolts are secure (split pins in
position and locked). Verify that red paint marks on bolts are in alignment.
Check the pre-rotator bendix pinion.
25. Fuel ........................................ Drain, inspect for water
Take a fuel sample from the gascolator. Make sure there is no water in the
fuel.
26. Fuel quantity ............................................. As required
Verify fuel quantity of the tank is sufficient for the planned flight.
27. Cockpit left side ................................................ Secure
Verify the left side of the cockpit is secured to the airframe.
28. If solo flight: Rear seat safety belts ................ Fastened
For solo flight, the pilot must be in the front seat. Ensure that the pilot
equipped weight is within allowable range. The safety belts for the
passenger must be fastened and secured so they cannot block any control
or cause damage during the flight.
29. Rotor control system ......................................... No play
Hold the front stick and verify there is no play during operation.
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