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CHEROKEE CRUISER
HANDLING AND SERVICING
This section contains information on preventive maintenance. Refer to the Cherokee 140
Service Manual for further maintenance procedures. Any complex repair or modification should
be accomplished by a Piper Certified Service Center.
GROUND HANDLING
TOWING
The airplane may be moved by using the nose wheel steering bar provided, or power
equipment that will not damage or cause excess strain to the nose gear assembly. The
steering bar is stowed in the baggage compartment.
TAXIING
CAUTION
When towing with power equipment, do not turn nose gear more
than 30 degrees in either direction, as this will result in damage
to the nose gear and steering mechanism.
Before attempting to taxi the airplane, ground personnel should be instructed and
approved by a qualified person authorized by the owner. Engine starting and shut-down
procedures as well as taxi techniques should be covered. When it is ascertained that the
propeller back blast and taxi areas are clear, power should be applied to start the taxi roll,
and the following checks should be performed.
a.
Taxi forward a few feet and apply brakes to determine their effectiveness.
b.
While taxiing, make slight turns to ascertain the effectiveness of the steering.
c.
Observe wing clearances when taxiing near buildings or other stationary objects.
If
possible, station a guide outside the airplane to observe.
d.
When taxiing on uneven ground, look for holes and ruts.
e.
Do not operate the engine 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.
HANDLING AND SERVICING
ISSUED: JULY 6, 1973
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