Brake System; Doors - Rans S-7LS Courier Pilot Operating Handbook

Rans Inc.
Model S-7LS COURIER
Fuel Grade:
Fuel Capacity:
Total Capacity:
Total Capacity each tank:
Total Usable:

BRAKE SYSTEM

The S-7LS is equipped with a main wheel hydraulic braking system. The brake pedals
are mounted on top of the forward and rear rudder pedals. The individual brake pedals
allow differential braking of left or right wheel. Pushing both pedals will result in braking
on both wheels.
The braking system is equipped with a hydraulic fluid reservoir located firewall forward.
Check the fluid level frequently.
To activate the park brake, push both brake pedals and pull the park brake knob on the
left side of the instrument panel. To deactivate the park brake, push the park brake knob
in. Always make sure, that the park brake is off, before adding power for taxiing or at
landing.

DOORS

The S-7LS is equipped with two doors, one on each side of the AC. Always secure the
doors before flight. Only 1 door may be open in flight. Open at or below 60 mph. Do not
exceed 100 mph.
If a door comes open in flight, fly the AC before you attempt to close it. The AC will fly
with open doors. The door will float in a position pending on the speed of the AC. To
close an open door in flight, slow to 60 mph, push the opposite rudder pedal. This will
make the AC yaw and help to get the door closed.
Revision - B
unleaded automotive (ASTM D 4814) gasoline with
minimum AKI (Anti Knock Index) of 91 (R+M)/2 –
No alcohol permitted.
Or AVGAS 100 LL
For additional information refer to ROTAX Operators - and
Maintenance Manual
►ATTENTION: If engine is mainly run on AVGAS
more frequent oil changes will be required.
For additional information refer to ROTAX
Operators - and Maintenance Manual
18 US Gal.
9 US Gal.
16.75 US Gal.
►NOTE: Due to cross feeding between fuel tanks,
the tanks should be re- topped after each refueling
to assure maximum capacity.
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