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Wipaire 8750 Service Manual

Amphibious/seaplane float on the cessna model 208/208b caravan
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WIPLINE FLOATS • SKIS • MODIFICATIONS • AIRCRAFT SALES
AVIONICS • INTERIOR • MAINTENANCE • PAINT REFINISHING
 
CONTINUED AIRWORTHINESS
AMPHIBIOUS/SEAPLANE FLOAT
CESSNA MODEL 208/208B CARAVAN
Revision B
SERVICE MANUAL
and
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
for the
WIPAIRE MODEL 8750
ON THE
P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01

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  • Page 1 WIPLINE FLOATS • SKIS • MODIFICATIONS • AIRCRAFT SALES AVIONICS • INTERIOR • MAINTENANCE • PAINT REFINISHING   SERVICE MANUAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED AIRWORTHINESS for the WIPAIRE MODEL 8750 AMPHIBIOUS/SEAPLANE FLOAT ON THE CESSNA MODEL 208/208B CARAVAN Revision B P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01...
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  • Page 3 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B LOG OF REVISIONS FAA  PAGES  REVISION  DESCRIPTION  DATE  ACCEPTANCE  AFFECTED    IR  ALL  INITIAL RELEASE    Add green grease as an approved    A  See List  4/18/2013  grease.  Added 208B eligibility, updated    B  See List  6/28/2013  Hydraulic powerpack image  Updated Fig1‐8 for new oleo,    updated photo p25, changes to ...
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  • Page 5 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES PAGES  REVISION  PAGES  REVISION  PAGES  REVISION  1  B  37  IR  73  C  2  IR  38  IR  74  C  3  F  39  IR  75  C  4  IR ...
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  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B TABLE OF CONTENTS   SECTION PAGE CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL INFORMATION ....... 14   1.1 GENERAL FLOAT INFORMATION ...................... 21  1.2 CLEANING  ............................. 24  1.3 CORROSION  ............................ 25  1.4 FLOAT HANDLING & JACKING ....................... 27  1.5 MOORING ............................ 28  CHAPTER 2 AIRWORTHINESS LIMITATIONS ............. 30  ...
  • Page 8 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B CHAPTER 8 TKS SYSEM EQUIPPED AIRCRAFT REQUIREMENTS ....79   8.0 TKS SYSTEM  ............................ 80  BASIC DESCRIPTION  ............................ 80  CHAPTER 9 RECOMMENDED PROCESSES, PRODUCTS AND INSP. CHECKLISTS ........................81   9.0 SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS ........................ 82  9.1 CORROSION REMOVAL ......................... 84  9.2 MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST  ........................ 85 ...
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  • Page 10 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B LIST OF FIGURES FIGURE 1-1: FRONT VIEW CESSNA 208 CARAVAN ..........15   FIGURE 1-2: TOP & SIDE VIEWS CESSNA 208 CARAVAN ......... 16   FIGURE 1-3 FRONT VIEW CESSNA 208B CARAVAN ........... 17  ...
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  • Page 12 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B     NEW CUSTOMER INFORMATION Customer Name  Billing Address  Shipping Address  Phone Number  Fax Number  Purchasing Contact  Phone Number  E‐Mail  Fax Number  Accounts Payable Contact  Phone Number  E‐Mail  Fax Number  Type(s) of Aircraft Owned or Maintained   Model(s) of Floats and Skis Owned or Maintained  FedEx and/or UPS account number (if applicable)  Please return to Wipaire Customer Service:  Fax 651‐306‐0666                   Phone 651‐306‐0459                CustomerService@wipaire.com     P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01 Revision D          ...
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  • Page 14: Chapter 1 Introduction And General Information

    In this service manual we have worked hard to This manual is provided for the owners of include many repair scenarios in addition to the Wipaire model 8750 Floats as installed on the Cessna 208 Caravan and 208B Grand Caravan. recommended products, practices, and routine...

  • Page 15: Figure 1-1: Front View Cessna 208 Caravan

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B                     FIGURE 1-1: FRONT VIEW CESSNA 208 CARAVAN Revision IR P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01  Page 15 of 104...

  • Page 16: Figure 1-2: Top & Side Views Cessna 208 Caravan

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B       FIGURE 1-2: TOP & SIDE VIEWS CESSNA 208 CARAVAN  P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01 Revision IR            Page 16 of 104...

  • Page 17: Figure 1-3 Front View Cessna 208B Caravan

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B     FIGURE 1-3 FRONT VIEW CESSNA 208B CARAVAN Revision B P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-0  Page 17 of 104...

  • Page 18: Figure 1-4: Top & Side Views Cessna 208B Caravan

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B FIGURE 1-4: TOP & SIDE VIEWS CESSNA 208B CARAVAN  P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01 Revision B              Page 18 of 104...

  • Page 19: Figure 1-5: Float Terminology

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B FIGURE 1-5: FLOAT TERMINOLOGY Revision IR P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01  Page 19 of 104...

  • Page 20: Figure 1-6: Maintenance Access Points

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B   FIGURE 1-6: MAINTENANCE ACCESS POINTS  P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01 Revision IR            Page 20 of 104...

  • Page 21: General Float Information

    8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 1.1 GENERAL FLOAT INFORMATION As a part of the float installation, the following The model 8750 amphibious float is an all additional changes are made to the landplane: aluminum structure. The alloy used throughout 1.

  • Page 22: Figure 1-7: Hydraulic

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B LANDING GEAR The landing gear incorporated within the amphibious floats is a retractable quadricycle type with two swiveling nose (or bow) wheels and four (4) (two (2) dual sets) of main wheels.
  • Page 23 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B LANDING GEAR CONTINUED WATER RUDDERS Grease zerks are provided in many locations The floats are equipped with water rudders that have pivoting joints. Greasing is attached at the rear of the float structure. These recommended at 25 hour intervals, or more rudders steer when the floats are in the water.

  • Page 24: Cleaning

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B OPERATORS IN SALT WATER 1.2 CLEANING ARE STRONGLY CAUTIONED The outside of the float should be kept clean by RINSING THE AIRCRAFT AND washing with fresh water and soap. Special care...

  • Page 25: Corrosion

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 1.3 CORROSION Corrosion is the process by which metals are turned into oxides. It is a natural and ultimately unavoidable chemical reaction that is accelerated by dissimilar metals in contact with...
  • Page 26 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B   1.3 CORROSION (CONT.) Cladding, plating, anodizing, painting, greasing and waxing are all processes used to help protect metal from corrosion; Wipaire uses all these techniques during manufacture. But due...

  • Page 27: Float Handling & Jacking

    Wipaire parts has this tow bar available for purchase. HOISTING...

  • Page 28: Mooring

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 1.5 MOORING For water operations, the floats are equipped For land operations, the aircraft is equipped with with two deck cleats on each float, one forward three fixed mooring points. Two are located on...
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  • Page 30: Chapter 2 Airworthiness Limitations

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B CHAPTER 2 AIRWORTHINESS LIMITATIONS  P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01 Revision IR            Page 30 of 104...
  • Page 31 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B AIRWORTHINESS LIMITATIONS This Airworthiness Limitations section is FAA approved and specifies maintenance required under paragraphs 43.16 and 91.403(c) of the Federal Aviation Regulations unless an alternative program has been FAA approved.
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  • Page 33: Chapter 3 Nose Gear

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B CHAPTER 3 NOSE GEAR Revision IR P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01  Page 33 of 104...

  • Page 34: Nose Gear

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 3.0 NOSE GEAR The nose gear consists of composite fiberglass NOSE WHEEL AND TIRE REMOVAL beams that are attached on top to a moving To remove each nose wheel carriage and on the bottom to blocks that caster.

  • Page 35: Figure 3-1: Nose Wheel & Box

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B FIGURE 3-1: NOSE WHEEL & BOX Revision IR P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01  Page 35 of 104...

  • Page 36: Adjustment/Test

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 3.1 ADJUSTMENT/TEST NOSE GEAR Refer to Figure 3.1 for visual reference. Adjustment of actuator stroke is provided at the ends of the piston rods. The length of the nose gear rod is adjusted such...

  • Page 37: Nose Gear Basic Servicing

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 3.2 NOSE GEAR BASIC SERVICING Refer to Figure 3-2 for visual reference. The The nose wheels contain grease nipples for the nose gear pivot assembly should be cleaned and wheel bearings. They should be greased every inspected every 25 hours or more frequently 25 hours.

  • Page 38: Nose Gear Disassembly

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 3.3 NOSE GEAR DISASSEMBLY 7. Replace T-seals on the Nose Ram, Item 9, (In float or removed from float) and Ram Assembly, Item 3, if necessary. Items refer to areas on Figure 3-3...

  • Page 39: Nose Gear Assembly

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 3.4 NOSE GEAR ASSEMBLY Items refer to areas on Figure 3-3 6. Install the Nose Ram, Item 2, onto the 1. Insert the Ram Assembly, Item 6, into the Flange Assembly, Item 3, being careful not Flange Assembly, Item 3, if removed during to nick T-Seals on bolt holes.

  • Page 40: Figure 3-3: Nose Gear & Box Items

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B FIGURE 3-3: NOSE GEAR & BOX ITEMS  P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01 Revision IR            Page 40 of 104...
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  • Page 42: Chapter 4 Main Landing Gear Brakes & Gear Retraction

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B CHAPTER 4 MAIN LANDING GEAR BRAKES & GEAR RETRACTION  P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01 Revision IR            Page 42 of 104...

  • Page 43: General

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 4.0 GENERAL Each main wheel is a split-type rim. To remove The main landing gear incorporated within the the tire: amphibious floats are retractable, quadricycle 1. Remove air from tire type with four main wheels in a dual tire 2.
  • Page 44 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B MAIN GEAR/WHEEL ALIGNMENT There is no way to adjust the alignment within BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM each main gear wheel set. If the tires are Whenever the hydraulic brake lines are...
  • Page 45 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 10. Repeat procedure at each caliper. 6. When complete, brakes should not feel 11. When complete, brakes should not feel “soft” or “spongy” when actuated. “soft” or “spongy” when actuated.

  • Page 46: Figure 4-2: Main Gear, Lower

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B FIGURE 4-2: MAIN GEAR, LOWER  P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01 Revision F            Page 46 of 104...

  • Page 47: Main Gear Retraction

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 4.1 MAIN GEAR RETRACTION DESCRIPTION This indicator consists of colored bands that Refer to Figures 4-1, 4-2, 4-3, 4-4A, 4-4B, 4-5 rotate with the drive shaft allowing the pilot to and 4-6 for visual reference.

  • Page 48: Figure 4-3: Main Gear Greasing Points

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B FIGURE 4-3: MAIN GEAR GREASING POINTS  P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01 Revision F            Page 48 of 104...
  • Page 49 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 4.1 MAIN GEAR RETRACTION DESCRIPTION (CONTINUED) There are several service points on the main In addition to the over center locking provided landing gear to pay attention to during by the rod linkages and actuator arm for the gear maintenance.

  • Page 50: Figure 4-4A: Main Gear Adj. Down

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B FIGURE 4-4A: MAIN GEAR ADJ. DOWN  P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01 Revision C            Page 50 of 104...

  • Page 51: Figure 4-4B: Main Gear Adj. Down

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B FIGURE 4-4B: MAIN GEAR ADJ. DOWN Revision C P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01  Page 51 of 104...

  • Page 52: Figure 4-5: Main Gear Adj. Up

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B FIGURE 4-5: MAIN GEAR ADJ. UP  P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01 Revision C            Page 52 of 104...

  • Page 53: Figure 4-6: Main Gear Down Stop Adj

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B FIGURE 4-6: MAIN GEAR DOWN STOP ADJ. Revision C P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01  Page 53 of 104...

  • Page 54: Main Gear Assembly Setup

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 4.2 MAIN GEAR ASSEMBLY SETUP AND ADJUSTMENT 3. Remove the 4 nuts connecting the rod linkages (Item 3) to the actuator arms (Item Put aircraft on jacks to allow free extension and 5).
  • Page 55 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 4.2 MAIN GEAR ASSEMBLY SETUP AND ADJUSTMENT (CONT.) NOTE: The actuator should not need 12. Align the keyway on the actuator shaft (Item adjustment while in service. The only time...
  • Page 56 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 4.2 MAIN GEAR ASSEMBLY SETUP shown; use the same location as shown. AND ADJUSTMENT (CONT.) Zero the protractor. See Figure 4-4B. Then place the protractor on the top or bottom of the rod linkage.
  • Page 57 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 4.2 MAIN GEAR ASSEMBLY SETUP AND ADJUSTMENT (CONT.) 27. Preload the rod linkages by shortening each rod by 1/2 turn after the contact faces touch on the Top Arm and Top Mount. Tighten the Rod Linkage jamb nuts.
  • Page 58 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B wheels, adjust the NAS-428 bolt to lightly over center lock comes from the geometry of the make contact with the Main Gear Top Arm gear in the up position. when the gear is in the full down position,...

  • Page 59: Adjusting The Gear Up Position

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 4.3 ADJUSTING THE GEAR UP POSITION 1. DO NOT adjust the rod linkages (Item 3) 4. Bleed air from hydraulic system by when setting the over center up adjustment. actuating the gear several times with the electric hydraulic pumps.

  • Page 60: Adjust Main Up And Down Position Switches

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 4.4 ADJUST MAIN UP AND DOWN 5. Reposition the gear to the “UP” position. POSITION SWITCHES 6. Loosen the jam nuts on the gear up 1. With the aircraft still on jacks, position the proximity sensor.
  • Page 61 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 12. Check for proper light illumination on the gear selector in the cockpit in both the up and down position. 13. If necessary, reattach the oleo shock strut to the Top Arm Assembly.

  • Page 62: Figure 4-7: Rotary Actuator

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B FIGURE 4-7: ROTARY ACTUATOR  P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01 Revision C            Page 62 of 104...

  • Page 63: Figure 4-8: Main Shock Strut

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B FIGURE 4-8: MAIN SHOCK STRUT Revision C P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01  Page 63 of 104...

  • Page 64: Emergency Gear Operation

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 4.5 EMERGENCY GEAR OPERATION   An emergency hand pump is provided in The remaining small reserve quantity of case of total electric pump failure or loss of fluid below the electric pump pickup tube is fluid.

  • Page 65: Chapter 5 Hydraulics

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B CHAPTER 5 HYDRAULICS Revision C P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01  Page 65 of 104...

  • Page 66: Hydraulic System

    ICA For retrofit installations, where the model document number 1002554, revision G or 8750 is mated to the wet handle equipped later approved revision, as applicable to the aircraft, operation of the hydraulic system is model 8000 installation.
  • Page 67 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B The following instructions pertain to the valve on the output side of the pump retains current production dry-handle system pressure in the system while the pump is off. configuration with reversible pumps.
  • Page 68 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B         UP AND DOWN   PREASURE SWITCHES   FOR EACH PUMP UP 500-1000 PSI     DOWN 500-700 PSI   DUAL DIRECTION PUMP   INTERNAL SHUTTLE VALVE...

  • Page 69: Bleeding The Hydraulic System

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 5.1 BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM The system automatically bleeds, provided sufficient oil is maintained in the reservoir. To check the fluid level, fill the reservoir through the servicing point on the power pack assembly with MIL-H-5606 hydraulic oil and cycle the gear.
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  • Page 71: Chapter 6 Water Rudder

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B CHAPTER 6 WATER RUDDER Revision C P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01  Page 71 of 104...

  • Page 72: Basic Description

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 6.0 BASIC DESCRIPTION Water rudder retract handle  with lock – pull finger lock to  move handle.    Water rudder retract and hand pump, mounted to cockpit floor The water rudder-retract system is manually such that the top of the rudder blade is approx. 1 inch from...

  • Page 73: Figure 6-2: Water Rudder/Steering

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B SEE INSTALL DRAWING # 1006006 REV A OR LATER APPROVED REVISION FIGURE 6-2: WATER RUDDER/STEERING CABLE ROUTING, MODEL 208 Revision C P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01  Page 73 of 104...

  • Page 74: Figure 6-3: Water Rudder/Steering

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B SEE INSTALL DRAWING # 1006015 REV A OR LATER APPROVED REVISION FIGURE 6-3: WATER RUDDER/STEERING CABLE ROUTING, MODEL 208B  P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01 Revision C              Page 74 of 104...

  • Page 75: Chapter 7 Electrical

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B CHAPTER 7 ELECTRICAL Revision C P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01  Page 75 of 104...

  • Page 76: Electrical System

    WET HANDLE VS. DRY HANDLE SYSTEM The only electrical difference between the legacy 8000 and retrofit 8750 system is the These instructions are for the later model addition of a port and starboard (low) power (current production) “dry handle” electrical...
  • Page 77 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B system is installed standard for all new 8750 pumps operating. If the gear cycle time is installations starting May, 2012. greater than 45 seconds it is likely that one pump is not pumping efficiently and/or not operating correctly.
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  • Page 79: Chapter 8 Tks Sysem Equipped Aircraft Requirements

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B CHAPTER 8 TKS SYSEM EQUIPPED AIRCRAFT REQUIREMENTS Revision C P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01  Page 79 of 104...

  • Page 80: Tks System

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 8.0 TKS SYSTEM BASIC DESCRIPTION CAUTION THE CESSNA 208/208B WITH MODEL The TKS ice protection system is a system 8750 FLOATS IS NOT APPROVED that releases glycol based fluid through...

  • Page 81: Checklists

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B CHAPTER 9 RECOMMENDED PROCESSES, PRODUCTS AND INSP. CHECKLISTS Revision C P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01  Page 81 of 104...

  • Page 82: Servicing Instructions

    Below is a list of recommended lubricants and “protection” products when servicing float hull and other amphibious components. This lists products used by Wipaire during assembly of the floats. There may be equivalent products just as satisfactory for protection. However, it is recommended if trying different products, to inspect them frequently so as to determine their effectiveness.
  • Page 83 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B Wheel Bearings, Main Gear Retract Hydraulic Fluid Mil-H-5606 Mechanism, Nose Gear Pivot and Rod Ends   Electrical Insulating Compound *HCF Grease, P/N 605 *Dow Corning 4 (DC4) HCF Industries Dow Corning Corporation...

  • Page 84: Corrosion Removal

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 9.1 CORROSION REMOVAL Corrosion is usually detected visually, which is why Wipaire strongly recommends the previous cleaning and inspection procedures. It can appear as a white or pale green powder, discoloration of the metal surface, or bubbles and blisters under the surface of the paint.

  • Page 85: Maintenance Checklist

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 9.2 MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST Revision C P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01  Page 85 of 104...
  • Page 86 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B  P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01 Revision C            Page 86 of 104...
  • Page 87 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B Revision C P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01  Page 87 of 104...
  • Page 88 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B  P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01 Revision C            Page 88 of 104...
  • Page 89 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B Revision F P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01  Page 89 of 104...

  • Page 90: Float Removal And Re-Installation Guide

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 9.3 FLOAT REMOVAL AND RE-INSTALLATION GUIDE  P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01 Revision C            Page 90 of 104...
  • Page 91 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B Revision F P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01  Page 91 of 104...
  • Page 92 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B  P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01 Revision C            Page 92 of 104...
  • Page 93 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B Revision F P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01  Page 93 of 104...
  • Page 94 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B  P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01 Revision D            Page 94 of 104...
  • Page 95 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B Revision F P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01  Page 95 of 104...

  • Page 96: Weighing Procedures For Cessna 208/208B, Caravan

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B 9.4: WEIGHING PROCEDURES FOR CESSNA 208/208B, CARAVAN   Level aircraft per manufacturer’s instructions or use the cabin door lower sill. Place scales under the right and left main and nose gears.

  • Page 97: Chapter 10 Troubleshooting

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B CHAPTER 10 TROUBLESHOOTING Revision B P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01  Page 97 of 104...
  • Page 98 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B  P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01 Revision IR            Page 98 of 104...
  • Page 99 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B Revision B P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01  Page 99 of 104...
  • Page 100 SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B  P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01 Revision IR            Page 100 of 104...

  • Page 101: Chapter 11 Installation Print Information

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B CHAPTER 11 INSTALLATION PRINT INFORMATION Revision IR P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01  Page 101 of 104...
  • Page 102 See Wipaire drawing 1006000, revision A or latest approved revision, for a complete list of drawings pertaining to the installation and removal of the 8750 floats. A copy of this drawing and all drawings listed thereon can be obtained from Wipaire, Inc. These drawings are necessary to properly maintain the aircraft.

  • Page 103: Chapter 12 Aircraft Installed Performance Items And Decriptions

    SERVICE MANUAL & ICA 8750 AMPHIBIAN/SEAPLANE FLOATS ON CESSNA 208/208B CHAPTER 12 AIRCRAFT INSTALLED PERFORMANCE ITEMS AND DECRIPTIONS Revision B P/N 1005723 Doc. No. W8750-24-01  Page 103 of 104...

  • Page 104: Wing Fences

    For installation and location of Suctions breakers 12.2 VORTEX GENERATORS GENERAL DESCRIPTION see Wipaire drawing number 1006575 Rev. A or later approved revision. The Vortex Generators are typically a triangular shape design made of various...

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