Piper PA-44-180 SEMINOLE Maintenance Manual page 61

TOWING.
WHEN TOWING WITH POWER EQUIPMENT, DO NOT TURN THE NOSE
GEAR IN EITHER DIRECTION BEYOND ITS STEERING RADIUS LIMITS
AS THIS WILL RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE NOSE GEAR AND
STEERING MECHANISM. WHEN MOVING THE AIRCRAFT FORWA R D
BY HAND, AVOID PUSHING ON THE TRAILING EDGE OF THE
AILERONS AS THIS WILL CAUSE THE AILERON CONTOUR TO
CHANGE RESULTING IN AN OUT-OF-TRIM CONDITION.
The airplane may be moved by using the nose wheel steering bar that is stowed below the forward ledge of
the rear baggage compartment or power equipment that will not damage or cause excess strain to the nose gear
steering assembly. Tow bar engages front axle inside fork.
In the event towing lines are necessary, lines (rope) should be attached to both main gear struts as high up on
the tubes as possible. Lines should be long enough to clear the nose and / or tail by not less than 15 feet, and a
qualified person to ride in the pilot's seat to maintain control by use of the brakes.
TAXIING.
Before attempting to taxi the airplane, ground personnel should be checked out by a qualified pilot or other
responsible person. Engine starting and shutdown procedures should be covered as well. When it is ascertained
that the propeller back blast and taxi areas are clear, apply power to start the taxi roll and perform the following
checks:
1. Taxi forward a few feet and apply brakes to determine their effectiveness.
2. Taxi with propellers set in low pitch, high RPM setting.
3. While taxiing, make slight turns to ascertain the effectiveness of steering.
4. Observe wing clearances when taxiing near buildings or other stationary objects. If possible, station a
guide outside the airplane to observe.
5. When taxiing on uneven ground, look for and avoid holes and ruts.
6. Do not operate the engines at high RPM when running up or taxiing over ground containing loose stones,
gravel, or any loose material that may cause damage to the propeller blades.
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Revised: May 15, 1989