Piper SARATOGA PA-32-301 Maintenance Manual page 55

PIPER AIRCRAFT
PA-32-301/301T
*MAINTENANCE MANUAL
TOWING.
- CAUTION -
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 forward 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 ledee of
the rear baggage compartment or power equipment that will not damage or cause excess strain to the nose gear
steering assembly.
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 i
ascertained that the propeller back blast and taxi areas are clear. apply power to start the taxi roll and pertorm
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
ing 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: August 11. 1983
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