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Piper Aircraft Corporation PA-28-181 Airplane Maintenance Manual

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AIRPLANE
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
CARD 1 OF 4
PA-28-181
ARCHER II
ARCHER III
PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
(PART NUMBER 761 679
July 30, 1994
1A1

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  • Page 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CARD 1 OF 4 PA-28-181 ARCHER II ARCHER III PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION (PART NUMBER 761 679 July 30, 1994...
  • Page 2 Published by Technical Publications Piper Aircraft Corporation 2926 Piper Drive Vero Beach, Florida 32960 U.S.A. Member of GAMA General Aviation Manufacturers Association...
  • Page 3 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL INTRODUCTION AEROFICHE EXPLANATION AND REVISION STATUS The Maintenance Manual information incorporated in this set of Aerofiche cards has been arranged in accordance with the general specifications of Aerofiche adopted by the General Aircraft Manufacturer’s Association (GAMA).
  • Page 4 Repair Manual = A.B.S. THERMOPLASTIC LANDING GEAR WHEEL AND STRUT FAIRING REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL - P/N 761 708 Vero Beach Service Sales Department Piper Aircraft Corporation Vero Beach, Florida 32960 DRY AIR PUMPS: Service Information = AIRBORNE DIVISION AIR AND FUEL PRODUCTS Parker Hannifin Corporation 711 Taylor St.
  • Page 5 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL SERIAL NUMBER INFORMATION PA-28-181, ARCHER II - 1976 Serial Numbers 28-7690001 to 28-7690479 inclusive PA-28-181, ARCHER II - 1977 Serial Numbers 28-7790001 to 28-7790607 inclusive PA-28-181, ARCHER II -1978...
  • Page 6 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GAMA SYSTEM/CHAPTER INDEX GUIDE SYST SUB-SYST AEROFICHE CHAP SECTION TITLE GRID NO. AIRWORTHINESS 1A17 TIME LIMITS/MAINT CHECKS 1A21 DIMENSIONS AND AREAS 1B15 LIFTING AND SHORING LEVELING AND WEIGHING TOWING AND TAXIING 1C14 PARKING AND MOORING...
  • Page 7 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GAMA SYSTEM/CHAPTER INDEX GUIDE (CONTD) SYST SUB-SYST AEROFICHE CHAP SECTIONTITLE GRID NO. VACUUM SYSTEM 2I13 ELECTRIC/ELECTRONIC PANELS AND MULTI-PURPOSE PARTS STRUCTURES 2J19 DOORS 2K18 STABILIZERS WINDOWS 3A17 WINGS PROPELLER 3B24...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 6-1. Three View - Archer II 1B20 6-2. Three View - Archer III 1B21 6-3. Station References - Archer II 1B22 6-4.
  • Page 9 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (continued) FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 21-13. Compressor and Alternator Belt Installation (Sheet 1 of 2) 21-13. Compressor and Alternator Belt Installation (Sheet 2 of 2) 21-14.
  • Page 10 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (continued) FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 24-17. Checking Chrysler Alternator Field Coil Current Draw 24-18. Testing Chrysler Alternator Field Circuit 24-19. Chrysler Alternator Rectifier End Shield and Stator Assembly 24-20.
  • Page 11 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (continued) FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 24-48. Testing Rotor for Ground (Electrosystems Alternator) 1K23 24-49. Testing Rotor for Shorts (Electrosystems Alternator) 1K23 24-50. Installation of Bearing (Electrosystems Alternator) 1K23 24-51.
  • Page 12 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (continued) FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 28-1. Archer II Fuel System Diagram 2D14 28-2. Archer III Fuel System Diagram (S/N’s 2890006 and up) 2D15 28-3.
  • Page 13 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (continued) FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 51-8. Various Repairs 2K12 51-9. Repair of Stress Lines 2K13 51-10. Repair of Impacted Damage 2K13 52-1. Installation of Door Snubber 52-2.
  • Page 14 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (continued) FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 74-13. Timing Kit Installed 3F12 74-14. Breaker Compartment With Cast Timing Marks 3F12 74-15. Stripping Tool 3F18 74-16. Inserting Stripping Tool 3F18 74-17.

  • Page 15: Figure No

    PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF CHARTS FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. Leading Particulars and Principal Dimensions 1B18 1201 Thread Lubricants 1202 Type of Lubricants 2001 Maximum Distance Between Supports for Fluid Tubing 2002 Types of Metal Corrosion 2101...

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    PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 3202 Nose Gear Alignment Tolerances 2F13 3301 Archer III Annunciator Panel Function Description 2G15 3302 Troubleshooting Archer II Annunciator Panel 2G16 3303 Troubleshooting Archer III Annunciator Panel...
  • Page 17 CHAPTER AIRWORHTINESS LIMITATIONS 1A17...
  • Page 18 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 4 - AIRWORTHINESS LIMITATIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVIT 4-00-00 AIRWORTHINESS LIMITATIONS 1A20 4-00-00 General 1A20 4 - Cont./Effec. Page 1 Reissued: July 30, 1994 1A18...
  • Page 19 Airworthiness limitations are FAA approved and specify inspections and maintenance required under Federal Air Regulations Parts 43 and 91. The following limitations relate to fatigue life and components of the PA-28-181 airplane: 1. Safe life of the airframe structure information will be issued when available.
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  • Page 21 CHAPTER TIME LIMITS AND MAINTENANCE CHECKS 1A21...

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    PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 5 - TIME LIMITS/MAINTENANCE CHECKS TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 5-00-00 GENERAL 1A23 5-10-00 TIME LIMITS 1A24 5-10-00 Inspection Requirements 1A24 5-10-00 Preflight Checks 1A24 5-10-00...
  • Page 23 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GENERAL This chapter provides instructions for conducting inspections. Inspections are described in inspection requirements and preflight checks. Repair or replacement instructions for unserviceable components are in the section covering the applicable aircraft system.
  • Page 24 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL TIME LIMITS A. INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS Required inspection procedures are listed in periodic inspections. Inspection procedure is divided as fol- lows: Propeller, Engine, Cabin, Fuselage and Empennage, Wing, Landing Gear, Float Group, Operational Inspection, and General.
  • Page 25 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHECKS PERIODIC INSPECTIONS — NOTE — Refer to Notes 1, 2, 3, and 4 before performing inspections.) NATURE OF INSPECTION Inspection time (hrs) 50 100 500 1000 A.
  • Page 26 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHECKS (continued) PERIODIC INSPECTIONS (continued) — NOTE — Refer to Notes 1, 2, 3, and 4 before performing inspections.) NATURE OF INSPECTION Inspection time (hrs) 50 100 500 1000 B.
  • Page 27 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHECKS (continued) PERIODIC INSPECTIONS (continued) — NOTE — Refer to Notes 1, 2, 3, and 4 before performing inspections.) NATURE OF INSPECTION Inspection time (hrs) 50 100 500 1000 B.
  • Page 28 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHECKS (continued) PERIODIC INSPECTIONS (continued) — NOTE — Refer to Notes 1, 2, 3, and 4 before performing inspections.) NATURE OF INSPECTION Inspection time (hrs) 50 100 500 1000 B.
  • Page 29 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHECKS (continued) PERIODIC INSPECTIONS (continued) — NOTE — Refer to Notes 1, 2, 3, and 4 before performing inspections.) NATURE OF INSPECTION Inspection time (hrs) 50 100 500 1000 D.
  • Page 30 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHECKS (continued) PERIODIC INSPECTIONS (continued) — NOTE — Refer to Notes 1, 2, 3, and 4 before performing inspections.) NATURE OF INSPECTION Inspection time (hrs) 50 100 500 1000 D.
  • Page 31 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHECKS (continued) PERIODIC INSPECTIONS (continued) — NOTE — Refer to Notes 1, 2, 3, and 4 before performing inspections.) NATURE OF INSPECTION Inspection time (hrs) 50 100 500 1000 F.
  • Page 32 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHECKS (continued) PERIODIC INSPECTIONS (continued) — NOTE — Refer to Notes 1, 2, 3, and 4 before performing inspections.) NATURE OF INSPECTION Inspection time (hrs) 50 100 500 1000 H.
  • Page 33 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHECKS (continued) PERIODIC INSPECTIONS (continued) NOTES 1. Refer to last card of Piper parts price list Aerofiche, for a check list of current revision dates to Piper inspection reports and manuals.
  • Page 34 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHECKS (continued) PERIODIC INSPECTIONS (continued) NOTES (continued) 12. Check throttle body attaching screws for tightness. Tighten screws to a torque of 40 to 50 inch- pounds.
  • Page 35 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL PROGRESSIVE INSPECTION The progressive continuous inspection was designed to permit the best aircraft utilization by scheduling inspections through use of a planned inspection schedule. The programmed inspection schedule has been p r epared in manual form available from Piper Service Sales - as Piper Part no.
  • Page 36 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL UNSCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHECKS SPECIAL INSPECTIONS AS REQUIRED, UPON CONDITION Special inspections supplement scheduled inspections (outlined in the Periodic Inspections), and include inspections required at intervals not compatible with airframe operating time or inspection intervals. Typical of this type are: —...
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  • Page 39 CHAPTER DIMENSIONS AND AREAS 1B15...
  • Page 40 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 6 - DIMENSIONS AND AREAS TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 6-10-00 DIMENSIONS 1B18 6-20-00 STATION REFERENCE LINES 1B22 6-20-00 Archer II 1B22 6-20-00 Archer III 1B24...
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  • Page 42 PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL DIMENSIONS Aircraft dimensions are shown in Figure 6-1 and listed in chart 601. CHART 601. LEADING PARTICULARS AND PRINCIPAL DIMENSIONS MODEL PA-28-181 ENGINE Manufacturer Avco-Lycoming Model O-360-A4M (with Slick Magnetos)
  • Page 43 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 601. LEADING PARTICULARS AND PRINCIPAL DIMENSIONS (continued) MODEL PA-28-181 76EM8S5-0-62 (28-7890001 and up, and 2890001 - 2890205) PROPELLER (cont.) FIXED PITCH (cont.) Manufacturer Sensenich Model 76EM8S14-0-62...
  • Page 44 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 12’ 10.48” 2’ 6” 3’ 6.2” 5’ 3” 35’ 10’ 23’ 9.6” Figure 6-1. Three View - Archer II 6-10-00 Page 3 Reissued: July 30, 1994 1B20...
  • Page 45 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 12’ 10.48” 3’ 6.2” 5’ 3” 35’ 6” 10’ 24’ 7’ 3.6” 6’ 6.91” Figure 6-2. Three View - Archer III 6-10-00 Page 4 Reissued: July 30, 1994 1B21...
  • Page 46 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL STATION REFERENCE LINES A. Archer II Use the following location references to aid in maintenance and servicing the Archer II (refer to Figure 6-3). The fuselage station (Sta), wing station (WS), butt line (BL) and water line (WL) are reference points m e asured in inches laterally, horizontally or vertically from a given reference line, and show station l o c a t i o n s of structural members.
  • Page 47 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL STATION REFERENCE LINES (continued) A. Archer II (continued) 280.90 258.72 267.40 108.17 138.33 48.60 7.00 80.60 100.10 101.13 98.50 52.79 62.88 67.85 60.94 53.35 51.75 45.00 40.00 36.00 7.948 1.47...
  • Page 48 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL STATION REFERENCE LINES (continued) B. Archer III Use the following location references to aid in maintenance and servicing the Archer III (refer to Figure 6-4). The fuselage station (Sta), wing station (WS), butt line (BL) and water line (WL) are reference points m e asured in inches laterally, horizontally or vertically from a given reference line, and show station locations of structural members.
  • Page 49 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL STATION REFERENCE LINES (continued) B. Archer III (continued) 280.90 258.72 267.40 80.60 108.17 100.10 48.60 138.33 1.677 62.88 101.13 98.50 67.85 52.79 60.94 53.35 40.00 51.75 45.00 36.00 1.47 156.OO...
  • Page 50 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL ACCESS AND INSPECTION PROVISIONS Access and inspection provisions for the PA-18-181 are shown in figure 6-3. The component serviced or inspected through each opening is identified in the illustration. All access plates and panels are secured by metal fasteners or screws.
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  • Page 52 CHAPTER LIFTING AND SHORING...
  • Page 53 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 7 - LIFTING AND SHORING TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 7-10-00 JACKING 7 - Cont./Effec. Page 1 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
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  • Page 55 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 7-1. Jacking Arrangement JACKING Jacking the airplane is necessary to service landing gear and to perform other service operations. Proceed as follows: 1. Place jacks under jack pads on front wing spar. (refer to figure 7-1.) —...
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  • Page 57 CHAPTER LEVELING AND WEIGHING...
  • Page 58 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 8 - LEVELING AND WEIGHING TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 8-10-00 LEVELING 1C11 8-20-00 WEIGHING 1C12 8 - Cont./Effec. Page 1 Reissued: July 30, 1994 1C10...
  • Page 59 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LEVELING All configurations of the airplane have a means for longitudinal and lateral leveling. The airplane may be leveled while on jacks, during the weighing procedure while wheels are on scales, or while wheels are on the ground.
  • Page 60 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL WEIGHING (Refer to figure 8-3.) Weigh airplane as follows: 1. Position a scale and ramp in front of each of the three wheels. 2. Secure scales from rolling forward and tow airplane onto scales. 3.
  • Page 61 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 8-20-00 Page 2 Reissued: July 30, 1994 1C13...
  • Page 62 CHAPTER TOWING AND TAXIING 1C14...
  • Page 63 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 9 - TOWING AND TAXIING TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 9-10-00 TOWING 1C16 9-20-00 TAXIING 1C17 9 - Cont./Effec. Page 1 Reissued: July 30, 1994 1C15...
  • Page 64 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL TOWING — CAUTION — If towing with power equipment, do not turn nose gear in either direction beyond its steering radius limits. This will damage nose gear and steering mechanism. —...
  • Page 65 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL TAXIING — CAUTION — Before taxiing airplane, ground personnel must be checked out by a qualified pilot or other responsible person. All engine starting and shutdown procedures must be covered. —...
  • Page 66 CHAPTER PARKING AND MOORING 1C18...
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  • Page 68 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL PARKING — CAUTION — Ensure aircraft is sufficiently protected against adverse weather conditions and presents no danger to other aircraft. — CAUTION — Moor aircraft when parked any length of time or overnight. —...
  • Page 69 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL MOORING Aircraft is moored to ensure immovability, protection, and security under various weather conditions. — CAUTION — Be sure aircraft is parked into the wind with wheels blocked to ensure aircraft will not move.
  • Page 70 CHAPTER REQUIRED PLACARDS 1C22...
  • Page 71 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 11 - REQUIRED PLACARDS TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 11-20-00 EXTERNAL PLACARDS AND MARKINGS 1C24 11-30-00 INTERNAL PLACARDS AND MARKINGS 11-30-10 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION DECALS 11-30-10 Paper Decals 11-30-00...
  • Page 72 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL EXTERIOR PLACARDS AND MARKINGS 16- 17 - 18 Figure 11-1 External Placards and Markings - Archer II (1 of 2) 11-20-00 Page 1 Reissued: July 30, 1994 1C24...
  • Page 73 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL EXTERNAL PLACARDS AND MARKINGS (continued) DECAL - FUEL PLACARD - LEVEL POINT DECAL - AVGAS NAMEPLATE - PIPER OR PIPER PLACARD - DOOR RELEASE ARCHER II MEDALLION - PIPER LOGO DECAL - PIPER PLACARD - PIPER AIRE PLACARD - DO NOT PUSH...

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    PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL EXTERNAL PLACARDS AND MARKINGS (continued) 11 - 12 - 13 Figure 11-2 External Placards and Markings - Archer III (1 of 2) (continued) DECAL - AVGAS DECAL - PIPER LOGO PLACARD - DOOR RELEASE...
  • Page 75 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL INTERIOR PLACARDS AND MARKINGS 11-12-13 16-17-18-19 23-24-25 26-27 28-29 Fig 11-3 Interior Placards and Markings - Archer II (1 of 2) 11-30-00 Page 1 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
  • Page 76 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL INTERIOR PLACARDS AND MARKINGS (continued) 65-66 Fig 11-3 Interior Placards and Markings - Archer II (1 of 2) (Continued) PLACARD - RUDDER TRIM PLACARD - MANEUVERING SPEED, MPH OR PLACARD - OPEN KNOTS PLACARD - OPEN...
  • Page 77 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL INTERIOR PLACARDS AND MARKINGS (continued) 2 - 3 Fig 11-4 Interior Placards and Markings - Archer III (1 of 2) 11-30-00 Page 3 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
  • Page 78 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL INTERIOR PLACARDS AND MARKINGS (continued) Fig 11-4 Interior Placards and Markings - Archer III (1 of 2) (continued) DECAL - OIL SPECIFICATIONS PLACARD - A/C WARNING PLACARD - OPEN PLACARD - HEATER - DEFROSTER PLACARD - LATCH ( 1 )
  • Page 79 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF DECALS For proper adhesion of decals, all surfaces must be clean and free of wax, oil, etc. Porous surfaces must be sealed. Sand and clean rough surfaces to remove any residue. 1.
  • Page 80 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CAUTION Mark-it J-70 solvent will remove enamel, lacquer, and polyutherane based paint products if liquid is dropped onto painted and not removed immediately. (2). If panel is painted with enamel or lacquer use a clean cloth d a m p e n e d with Mark-It J-70 s o lvent to remove placard to be replaced.
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    PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 12 - SERVICING TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 12-00-00 GENERAL 1D11 12-10-00 REPLENISHING 1D13 12-11-00 Fuel System 1D13 12-11-00 Filling Fuel Tanks 1D13 12-11-00 Anti-Icing Fuel Additive...
  • Page 83 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GENERAL — WARNING — When servicing or inspecting vendor equipment installed in Piper aircraft, it is the user’s responsibility to refer to the applicable vendor publication. This chapter contains routine handling and servicing procedures most often encountered. For other than routine procedures, refer to the applicable section of this manual and the appropriate manufacturer’s manual.
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  • Page 85 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL REPLENISHING A. SERVICING FUEL SYSTEM 1. Filling Fuel Tanks — WARNING — Observe all required safety precautions for handling gasoline. — CAUTION — Fill tanks with 100 low lead (blue) or 100/130 (green) aviation fuel only, as specified on placard at filler neck.
  • Page 86 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 1. BODY 2. SCREEN 3. GASKET 4. STRAINER BOWL 5. BAILWIRE 6. BAIL ASSEMBLY 7. SAFETY WIRE 8. DRAIN VALVE Figure 12-1. Fuel Filter Bowl and Screen 3.
  • Page 87 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL B. SERVICING OIL SYSTEM — CAUTION — Do not introduce any trade additive to the basic lubricant unless recommended by engine manufacturer. — NOTE — Add Avco-Lycoming oil additive P/N LW-16702 every 50 hours or every oil change per instructions in latest revision Lycoming Service Instruction 1014.
  • Page 88 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — CAUTION — Examine engine for internal damage if metal particles are found in screen. Remove oil suction screen as follows: (1) Cut safety wire. (2) Remove hex head plug. (3) Clean and inspect screen, place screen inside recess in hex head plug to eliminate possible screen damage.
  • Page 89 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — CAUTION — Do not change to additive or compound oil until after engine overhaul if engine has been operated on straight mineral oil and oil is excessively dirty. —...
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  • Page 91 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL SCHEDULED SERVICING LEFT FUEL TANK FILLER LEFT FUEL TANK DRAIN VACUUM REGULATOR AND CENTRAL AIR FILTER BRAKE SYSTEM RESERVOIR ENGINE OIL SCREEN OR CARTRIDGE FILTER ENGINE OIL FILLER / INDICATOR ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP FILTER FUEL DRAIN SCREEN NOSE OLEO SHOCK STRUT FILLER...
  • Page 92 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL SERVICING FUEL SYSTEM At intervals of 50 hours or 90 days, whichever comes first, clean: Fuel strainer screen in fuel bowl, mounted on lower left side of firewall. Electric fuel pump screen, on lower left side of engine compartment.
  • Page 93 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL If oil is below bottom of hole: (1) Check oleo for leaks and other unsatisfactory conditions. (2) Add oil per instructions in filling nose gear oleo strut or filling main gear oleo strut. 2.
  • Page 94 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL FILLER PLUG FLUID LEVEL - STRUT FULLY COMPRESSED STRUT CHAMBER - TOP TOP OF STRUT TUBE FULLY CMPRESSED STRUT CHAMBER - MIDDLE TOP OF STRUT TUBE EXTENDED 10” STRUT CHAMBER - BOTTOM STRUT EXPOSURE...
  • Page 95 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Fill main gear housing by either method as follows: (1) Method I. (a) Remove valve core from filler plug at top of strut housing. Allow plug to remain installed.
  • Page 96 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL SERVICING BRAKE SYSTEM The brake system has a hydraulic fluid reservoir through which the brake system is periodically serviced. Fluid is drawn from reservoir by brake cylinders to maintain proper fluid volume required for maximum b r a king efficiency.
  • Page 97 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Chamfer top edges of -3 sides, leaving 1/16 inch flat on top inboard edge. Rivet -2 tee’s to -3 sides using AN 470-AD5 rivets 2 spacing. Use AN 426-AD5 rivets 2 center to center to secure -2 tee’s to -1 base.
  • Page 98 Air filter must be removed and cleaned daily when operating in dusty conditions. If any holes or tears are noticed, air filter must be replaced immediately (refer to PA-28-181 Parts Catalog). Clean filter element by shaking off loose dirt by rapping filter element on a hard flat surface.
  • Page 99 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — CAUTION — Do not allow soda solution to enter battery. (2) Clean battery and box. Corrosion effects are neutralized by applying a solution of baking soda and water mixed to consistency of thin cream. Application of this mixture must be applied until all bubbling action has ceased.
  • Page 100 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — CAUTION — Use recommended lubricants. If general purpose lubricating oil is specified, but unavailable, clean engine oil may be used. Application of Oil When specific lubrication instructions are not available, observe the following precautions: —...
  • Page 101 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL WINTERIZATION PLATE — CAUTION — Install engine breather tube winterization plate Kit No. 763828 for extreme cold weather engine operation. Install plate on inlet opening of oil cooler plenum chamber, if ambient temper - ature is 50°F or less.
  • Page 102 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 1201. THREAD LUBRICANTS TYPE OF LINE TYPE OF LUBRICANT Brakes MIL-H-5606 Freon Refrigerant TT-A-580 or MIL-T-5544, Anti-Seize Compound HFC-134a Refrigerant MIL-T-5544, Anti-Seize Compound (See Caution Below) Fuel MIL-T-5544, Anti-seize, Graphite Petrolatum Landing Gear Air Valve...
  • Page 103 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 1202. TYPE OF LUBRICANTS PREFERRED PRODUCT LUBRICANT SPECIFICATION AND VENDOR LUBRICATING OIL, GENERAL PURPOSE, LOW MIL-L-78670 TEMPERATURE LUBRICATING OIL, AIRCRAFT RECIPROCATING MIL-L-6082 ENGINE (PISTON) GRADE AS SPECIFIED IN THE LATEST REVISION OF TEXTRON LYCOMING SERVICE INSTRUCTION NO.
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  • Page 105 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL COMPONENT LUBRICANT FREQUENCY OLEO STRUT FILLER POINT MIL-H-5606 AS REQUIRED UPPER TORQUE LINK BEARING MIL-G-23827 100 HRS TORQUE LINK BUSHING MIL-L-7870 100 HRS TORQUE LINK CONNECTING BUSHING MIL-G-23827 100 HRS MAIN WHEEL BEARING...
  • Page 106 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL COMPONENT LUBRICANT FREQUENCY OLEO STRUT FILLER POINT MIL-H-5606 AS REQUIRED STEERING BELLCRANK PIVOT POINT MIL-L-7870 100 HRS SHIMMY DAMPENER PIVOT POINT MIL-L-7870 100 HRS TORQUE LINK ASSEMBLY MIL-L-7870 100 HRS NOSE WHEEL BEARING...
  • Page 107 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL —CAUTION— Do not lubricate control wheel shaft or bushing Clean only. using alcohol or other suitable solvent. COMPONENT LUBRICANT FREQUENCY AILERON HINGE PINS MIL-L-7870 100 HRS FLAP HINGE BEARINGS MIL-L-7870 100 HRS STABILATOR HINGE PINS...
  • Page 108 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL COMPONENT LUBRICANT FREQUENCY FLAP TORQUE TUBE BEARING BLOCKS MIL-L-7870 100 HRS FLAP CONTROL ROD END BEARINGS MIL-L-7870 100 HRS FLAP HANDLE PIVOT POINT, LOCK MECHANISM, AND TURNBUCKLE END MIL-L-7870 100 HRS FLAP RETURN AND TENSION CHAINS...
  • Page 109 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL COMPONENT LUBRICANT FREQUENCY RUDDER TUBE BEARING LOCKS CARBON DIOXIDE RELEASE AGENT DRY LUBRICANT MS-122N/CO 2 100 HRS TOE BRAKE CYLINDER ATTACHMENTS MIL-L-7870 100 HRS RUDDER TUBE CONNECTIONS MIL-L-7870 100 HRS BRAKE ROD ENDS...
  • Page 110 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL COMPONENT LUBRICANT FREQUENCY RUDDER ARM CABLE ENDS MIL-L-7870 100 HRS STABILATOR TRIM SCREW LUBRIPLATE 907, FISKE BROS. REFINING CO. 100 HRS STABILATOR SCREW/TAB LINKS MIL-L-7870 100 HRS STABILATOR HINGE POINTS MIL-L-7870 100 HRS...
  • Page 111 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL COMPONENT LUBRICANT FREQUENCY 1. DOOR HINGES MIL-L-7870 100 HRS 2 DOOR SEALS CARBON DIOXIDE RELEASE AGENT DRY LUBRICANT MS-122N/CO 2 50 HRS 3 DOOR LATCH MECHANISMS MIL-L-7870 500 HRS 4 SEAT TRACK ROLLERS, STOP PINS AND REAR LUBRIPLATE 907, FISKE BROS.
  • Page 112 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL COMPONENT LUBRICANT FREQUENCY ENGINE SUMP MIL-L-6082 STRAIGHT MINERAL TYPE LUBRICATING OIL, AIRCRAFT RECIPROCATING ENGINE (PISTON) GRADE AS SPECIFIED, SAE 50 ABOVE 60°F AIR TEMP, SAE 40 30° TO 90°F AIR TEMP, SAE 30 0° TO 70°F AIR TEMP, SAE 20 BELOW 10°F AIR TEMP (SEE NOTE 1.)
  • Page 113 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL COMPONENT LUBRICANT FREQUENCY CONDENSER HINGE AND ACTUATORS MIL-L-7870 100 HRS CONDENSER DOOR ACTUATING TRANSMISSION MIL-G-23827 500 HRS SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS Transmission to be 1/2 full of grease. Apply grease during assembly and lubricate transmission ball nut and screw with M I L - G -23827 grease.
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    PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 20 - STANDARD PRACTICES / AIRFRAME TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 20-00-00 GENERAL 1E21 20-10-00 STANDARD PRACTICES - AIRFRAME 1E22 20-10-00 Torque Wrenches 1E22 21-10-00 Method For Instaling Rod End Bearings...
  • Page 117 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GENERAL This chapter contains general information pertaining to standard aircraft hardware installation and removal practices. For standard repair practices of a minor nature, refer to AC 43.13. If non-destructive testing is necessary after a repair such as welding, magniflux must be used on materials made from 4130 steel (such as engine mounts and seat frames).
  • Page 118 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL STANDARD PRACTICES - AIRFRAME. A. TORQUE WRENCHES Torque wrenches should be checked daily and calibrated by means of weights and a measured lever arm to make sure that inaccuracies are not present. Checking one torque wrench against another is not sufficient and is not recommended.
  • Page 119 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL B. METHOD FOR INSTALLING ROD END BEARINGS DAMAGE HERE WRONG DAMAGE HERE IMPROPER TOOL (RESULTING IN LOCKED BALL) A SPECIAL WRENCH MAY BE REQUIRED WITH A LONG THROAT ONLY CORRECT METHOD Figure 20-2.
  • Page 120 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL VIEW 1 VIEW 4 DRIFT PIN VIEW 5 VIEW 2 SMALL CENTER DRILL VIEW 6 VIEW 3 Figure 20-3. Cherrylock Rivet Removal D. IDENTIFICATION OF FLUID LINES (Refer to figure 20-4.) Aircraft fluid lines are identified by color coded markers, words, and geometric symbols.
  • Page 121 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL TWO COTTON BRAIDS — IMPREGNATED WITH SYNTHETIC COMPOUND YELLOW NUMERALS, LETTERS AND STRIPES MIL-H-8794:Size-6-2/68-Mfg Symbol MIL-H-5593-6-4/68-Mfg Symbol B . N O N - S E L F - S E A L I N G A R O M A T I C YELLOW SINGLE WIRE BRAID R E S I S T A N T H O S E...
  • Page 122 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Lubricate threads of fitting and nut. See figure 20-5 for proper lubricant. Place fitting in vise (step 2), and hold tubing firmly and squarely on seat in fitting. Tube must bottom firmly in fitting. Tighten nut until cutting edge of sleeve grips tube.
  • Page 123 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL F. SUPPORT CLAMPS — CAUTION — Be sure clamps are proper size. Clamps or supporting clips smaller than outside diameter of hose will restrict fluid flow through hose. 1.
  • Page 124 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 1. Using a volatile cleaner, thoroughly remove dirt, loose scale, oil and grease from surface to be inspected. 2. Heat surface to at least 70°F (21°c), but not exceeding 130°F. (54°c) 3.
  • Page 125 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRCRAFT FINISH CARE (CLEANING) A. EXTERIOR SURFACES — CAUTION — Harsh abrasives or detergents used on painted or plastic sur - faces will scratch or corrode metal surfaces. —...
  • Page 126 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL C. HEADLINER, SIDE PANELS, AND SEATS — CAUTION — Solvent cleaners must have adequate ventilation. — CAUTION — Do not soak or harshly rub material. 1. Clean headliner, side panels, and seats with a stiff brush and vacuum. 2.
  • Page 127 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL F. FUEL SYSTEM Flush fuel tanks and selector valve as follows: 1. Disconnect fuel line at carburetor. 2. Select a fuel tank. 3. Turn on electric fuel pump and flush fuel through system until there is no dirt or foreign matter in fuel tank or valve.
  • Page 128 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CORROSION A. CONDITIONS AFFECTING CORROSION Some conditions affecting corrosion are: 1. Heat and humidity. 2. Different metals and their relative sizes. 3. Frequent contributing factors to corrosion: Soil and atmosphere dust.
  • Page 129 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — CAUTION — Removal of severe corrosion may be considered a major repair. This type repair must be FAA approved before airplane returns to service. Corrosion cannot be prevented or eliminated on aircraft. It can only be reduced to an acceptable level by proper control methods.
  • Page 130 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Red rust generally shows on bolts, nuts, and other aircraft hardware. Rust in these areas is generally not dangerous. It shows a need for maintenance and the possibility of corrosive attack in more critical areas. Any surface corrosion on highly stressed steel parts is potentially dangerous.
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  • Page 132 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL PAINTING A. PAINTING SAFETY — WARNING — Overspray from certain enamels, if put in water, is flammable. Store all overspray in covered containers away from buildings where spraying operations are conducted. —...
  • Page 133 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — WARNING — Ensure adequate ventilation and wear appropriate breathing protection face mask when painting. — WARNING — Polyurethane paints can produce irritation of the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract during mixing and application.
  • Page 134 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — CAUTION — Do not paint pitot tubes, gas caps, or antenna covers that were not factory painted. — CAUTION — Do not use metallic paints on radar cones or antenna covers. —...
  • Page 135 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL G. PAINT SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY Before applying new paint, find what type finish was used previously. Refer to the Piper parts catalog for correct paint number and color. Identify paint finishes by applying engine oil to a small surface area.
  • Page 136 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 4. Spray Mottle - Sometimes known as orange peel or pebble, is caused by incorrect paint viscosity, air pressure, spray gun setting, or the distance the gun is held from work. 5.
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    PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 21 - ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEM TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 21-50-00 COOLING (contd) — 21-50-00 Receiver-Dehydrator 1H12 21-50-00 Receiver-Dehydrator Removal 1H12 21-50-00 Receiver-Dehydrator Installation 1H12 21-55-00 Condenser...
  • Page 141 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GENERAL — WARNING — When servicing or inspecting vendor equipment installed in Piper aircraft, it is the user’s responsibility to refer to the applicable vendor publication. This chapter contains instructions for operating, servicing, inspecting, and repairing of environmental s y stem components.
  • Page 142 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL HEATING A. DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION — WARNING — Heat duct surface becomes hot when heat is on. Close contact with heat duct outlets will result in serious injury. Heating system supplies warm air to cabin during winter and cool weather flights. System includes heat shroud, heat ducts, defroster outlets, and heat and defroster controls.
  • Page 143 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 1. FRESH AIR CONTROL 2. DEFROSTER CONTROL FRESH AIR 3. HEATER CONTROL 4. DEFROSTER AIR OUTLET 5. FRESH AIR INLET CABIN HEAT 6. CABIN EXHAUST OUTLET Figure 21-1. Cabin Heater, Defroster, and Fresh Air System (Archer II)
  • Page 144 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LOCATED ON LEFT SIDE OF FUSELAGE (SERIAL NO’S. 28-8090001 AND UP) 1. FRESH AIR INLET (S/N’S 28-769001 THRU 28-7990589) 2. DRAIN TUBE 3. OVERHEAD VENT BLOWER 4. FRESH AIR DUCTING 5. CABIN EXHAUST OUTLETS 6.
  • Page 145 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 1. FRESH AIR CONTROL 2. DEFROSTER CONTROL FRESH AIR 3. HEATER CONTROL 4. DEFROSTER AIR OUTLET 5. FRESH AIR INLET CABIN HEAT 6. CABIN EXHAUST OUTLET Figure 21-3. Cabin Heater, Defroster, and Fresh Air System (Archer III)
  • Page 146 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 1. FRESH AIR INLET 2. DRAIN TUBE 3. OVERHEAD VENT BLOWER 4. FRESH AIR DUCTING 5. CABIN EXHAUST OUTLETS 6. AIR VENT LOUVER Figure 21-4. Overhead Vent System (Archer III) 21-40-00 Page 5 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
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  • Page 148 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL COOLING A. DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION — CAUTION — Operate air conditioning system at least once a month to keep system lubricated and prevent sticking valves. This installation consists of a compressor with its special bracketry, and an evaporator, condenser, receive r- d e h y d r a t o r, circulating fan, thermal expansion valve, and related plumbing.
  • Page 149 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 2. Low Side: Consists of all lines and components between the expansion valve and the compressor inlet. It includes the evaporator. 3. Service Ports: Located on evaporator unit, and are used for evacuating and charging the system. The port in the short line between the receiver and the expansion valve is the high side service port.
  • Page 150 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — CAUTION — United States environmental regulations require use of a c o llection system when necessary to evacuate refrigerant from air conditioner. — NOTE — Check all environmental regulations for your local area before servicing air conditioning system CHART 2101.
  • Page 151 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — CAUTION — United States environmental regulations require use of a c o llection system when necessary to evacuate refrigerant from air conditioner. — NOTE — Check all environmental regulations for your local area before servicing air conditioning system CHART 2102.
  • Page 152 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — CAUTION — United States environmental regulations require use of a c o llection system when necessary to evacuate refrigerant from air conditioner. — NOTE — Check all environmental regulations for your local area before servicing air conditioning system CHART 2102.
  • Page 153 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — CAUTION — United States environmental regulations require use of a c o llection system when necessary to evacuate refrigerant from air conditioner. — NOTE — Check all environmental regulations for your local area before servicing air conditioning system CHART 2102.
  • Page 154 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — CAUTION — United States environmental regulations require use of a c o llection system when necessary to evacuate refrigerant from air conditioner. — NOTE — Check all environmental regulations for your local area before servicing air conditioning system CHART 2102.
  • Page 155 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 1. COMPRESOR 2. FREON LINES 3. ALTERNATOR 4. PULLEY POSITION 5. DUCT ASSEMBLY 6. EVAPORATOR FILTER AND COVER 7. EXPANSION VALVE 8. PRESSURE SWITCH 9. RECEIVER-DEHYDRATOR 10 EVAPORATOR 11.
  • Page 156 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL C. MALFUNCTION DETECTION Detection of system malfunctions largely depends on the mechanic’s ability to interpret gauge pressure readings into s y stem problems. A system operating normally will have low side gauge pressure reading that will correspond with the temperature of t h e r e f r i g e r a n t e v a p o r a ting, allowing for a few degrees t e mp e r a t u r e rise due to loss in tube walls and fins.
  • Page 157 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 2103. REFRIGFERANT TEMPERATURE PRESSURE Refigerant R12 Refigerant R12 Refigerant HFC134a Refigerant HFC134a Evaporator Pressure Evaporator Temperature Evaporator Pressure Evaporator Temperature Gauge Reading psi °F Gauge Reading psi °F 10.1 11.2...
  • Page 158 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL D. SPECIAL SERVICING PROCEDURES NOTE United States environmental regulations prohibit the release of refrigerant into the atmosphere. Special equipment is required when testing, discharging, or charging the system. United States federal environmental regulations require that air conditioning system repairs be a c c o mplished by a qualified shop with appropriately trained personnel.
  • Page 159 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — WARNING — Use care not to discharge refrigerant into an open flame or onto a very hot surface (500°F). Poisonous phosgene gas is generated by heat action on the refrigerant. —...
  • Page 160 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — WARNING — When R-12 Refrigerant contact with moisture it forms a very strong acid (HCl). — CAUTION — Replace receiver dehydrator assembly on any system operating with a leak allowing air to enter system.
  • Page 161 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — CAUTION — If air conditioning refrigerant lines or system is opened, lines and fittings must be C A P P E D and sealed immediately to prevent dirt and other contaminants from entering the system.
  • Page 162 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL United States environmental regulations require that an approved charging station be used when servicing any air conditioning system. The following text, describing the use of a charging station, is in reference to the Robinair 34700 and should be augmented by reference to the instructions supplied by Robinair.
  • Page 163 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 21-9. Manifold to Recharging/Test Stand Hookup 3. Evacuating The System — CAUTION — Evacuate system before leak check. If system is operated in a discharged condition, or has been open to atmospheric pressure, the receiver/dehydrator must be replaced, and the system evacuated to remove non-condensible gases and any trapped moisture from within the system.
  • Page 164 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Using the Robinair 34700 (Refer to Figures 21-10 and 21-11) (1) Remove access panel at rear of cabin to gain access to service valves. (2) Remove protective caps from the high and low side service ports on the evaporator unit. (3) Close both the low side and high side valves on charging unit.
  • Page 165 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL INLET EVAPORATOR COIL COMPRESSOR OUTLET CONDENSER EXPANSION VALVE LOW SIDE RECEIVER — DRYER — SIGHT GLASS SERVICE PORT HIGH SIDE SERVICE PORT GAUGE 2 RED HIGH PRESSURE CHARGING LINE GAUGE 1 HIGH SIDE SIDE...
  • Page 166 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (12) When RED gauge indicated a little below zero, open red (high side) valve (2), and continue evacuation. (13) Operate vacuum pump for 0:15 minutes, or until low side gauge (GAUGE 1) indicates 24 to 26 inches of mercury (in.
  • Page 167 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL ( 1 3 ) When High side manifold hand set gauge indicates a little below zero, open High s i d e manifold hand set valve and continue evacuation. (14) Operate vacuum pump for 0:15 minutes, or until manifold hand set low side gauge indicates 24 to 26 inches of mercury (in.
  • Page 168 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL ( 5 ) Locate leak(s) using an electronic leak detector designed to detect R12 and/or R134a refrig- erant, as appropriate. Or, use soap and water in a thick solution. (6) Repair leak(s) (7) Check that the both high side and low side valves on the manifold hand set are closed.
  • Page 169 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Close the oil drain valve. Dispose of collected oil in an environmentally accepted manner. Return collection bottle to its place on the charging stand. Plug unit into a proper voltage outlet. Turn MAIN POWER switch ON. Press the RECOVER key on charging station keypad.
  • Page 170 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (3) Open the low side (blue) valve on units control panel. ( 4 ) If message PROGRAM and CHANGE do not display, press the CHG key to enter the P R OGRAM mode.
  • Page 171 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (8) Operate engine at 1000 rpm to 1500 rpm. The low and high side gauges on the control panel shall indicate as follows: AMBIENT GAUGE GAUGE TEMPERATURE INDICATION Low Side (Pressure) 10 to 35 psig...
  • Page 172 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (10) Operate engine at 1000 rpm to 1500 rpm. The low and high side gauges on the manifold set shall indicate as follows: AMBIENT GAUGE GAUGE TEMPERATURE INDICATION Low Side (Pressure) 10 to 35 psig...
  • Page 173 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (1) Circuit protector for air conditioning system must be off. (2) Remove engine cowl and right front baffles. (3) Disconnect electrical leads to magnetic clutch on compressor. (4) Using an approved refrigerant recovery system, completely discharge and depressurize air conditioning system.
  • Page 174 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Checking Compressor Oil — WARNING — Do not remove oil plug with pressure in system. — CAUTION — The 10 ounce oil level is required in compressors installed on new systems.
  • Page 175 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 2107. COMPRESSOR OIL CHARGE Oil Charge Ounces Dipstick Reading 13/16’’ 1.00’’ 1-3/16’’ 1-15/16’’ Inches Replacement Of Compressor Drive Belt (Refer to figure 21-13.) (1) Remove old belt by removing spinner, propeller, nose cowl, engine baffles as required, starter ring gear assembly, and drive belt.
  • Page 176 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 21-13. Compressor and Alternator Belt Installation (Sheet 1 of 2) 21-50-00 Page 29 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
  • Page 177 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 21-13. Compressor and Alternator Belt Installation (Sheet 2 of 2) 21-50-00 Page 30 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
  • Page 178 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Adjustment Of Drive Belt Tension — CAUTION — The higher tension specified for a new belt is to compensate for initial stretch at first operation. Do not apply higher tension values to used belts.
  • Page 179 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 2. Magnetic Clutch Magnetic Clutch Removal (Refer to figure 21-14.) — CAUTION — Do not use a wheel puller on outer flange of pulley. This will damage pulley grooves or clutch bearings. (1) Remove self-locking capscrew and washer from compressor shaft.
  • Page 180 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — NOTE — If clutch is not engaged while tightening capscrew, insert a spanner into holes in armature face. (5) Spin pulley by hand to check interference between the field and rotor pulley assemblies. If there is interference, a rubbing noise can be heard as pulley rotates .
  • Page 181 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 5. Condenser Condenser Removal Condenser is mounted in a frame assembly in fuselage bottom between stations 156.00 and 191.00. (1) Discharge system. (See special servicing procedures and discharging.) (2) Remove access panel from aft bulkhead of cabin.
  • Page 182 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (1) Adjust open limit switch to open condenser door 5.00 0.50 inches measured from leading edge of door to fuselage skin. (2) Adjust side push rods so a vertically measured gap of 0.16 inch exists along trailing edge of door the instant forward edge of door is flush with fuselage skin.
  • Page 183 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 6. Expansion Valve Expansion Valve Removal (Refer to figure 21-17.) — NOTE — If part is not serviceable, it must be replaced with a new part. The expansion valve is in evaporator assembly between receiver dehydrator and evaporator inlet. The capillary coil is attached to evaporator outlet line.
  • Page 184 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Expansion Valve Installation (1) On systems using R-12 refrigerant, install expansion valve in inlet line of evaporator core by coupling related fittings. Seal all couplings with sealant applied to tube flanges only. Tighten fittings to a torque listed in Charts 2105 and 2106.
  • Page 185 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (4) Couple suction and discharge lines to their proper fittings (apply Loctite refrigerant sealant to tube flares only). (5) Evacuate and charge system. (See evacuating the system and charging the system.) (6) Check for leaks (see checking the system for leaks).
  • Page 186 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 8. Pressure Relief Switch Ranco - Used with system utilizing R-12 refrigerant. — CAUTION — Before relief switch removal, air conditioning system must be discharged. (Refer to paragraph D, 5, Discharging.) —...
  • Page 187 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 21-18. Air Conditioning Wiring Schematic (typical) - Archer II Sheet 1 of 2 21-50-00 Page 40 Reissued: July 30, 1994 1H19...
  • Page 189 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GRIDS 1H21 THROUGH 1H24 INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 21-50-00 Page 42 Reissued: July 30, 1994 1H21...
  • Page 190 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CABIN VENT SYSTEM A. OVERHEAD VENT SYSTEM. (NOT AVAILABLE WITH AIR CONDITIONING) The overhead vent system uses the same ducting as air conditioning system. (Refer to Figure 21-2.) Air enters an inlet at top of the vertical fin and is ducted through the vent system.
  • Page 191 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Position blower in on motor shaft and secure with set screw. Secure cover to blower assembly with screws, washers, and nuts. Position hose duct on blower assembly, secure with screws, washers, and nuts. Screws must be installed with their heads inside duct.
  • Page 192 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL COLOR CODES CHART 2109. BLOWER SYSTEM AIRCRAFT MOTOR WIRES WIRES 15920-01 E362Q F0018075FA General Singer Leece Aircraft Nos. Industries Controls Nevile Harness Nos. Ground Brown Brown Black AC26A Low Speed Yellow Yellow Black Medium Speed...
  • Page 193 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GRIDS 1I4 THROUGH 1I5 INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK...
  • Page 194 CHAPTER AUTO FLIGHT...
  • Page 195 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 22 - AUTOFLIGHT TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 22-00-00 GENERAL 22-10-00 AUTOPILOT 22-10-00 Non-Piper AFCS Equipment Manufacturers 22-10-00 Piper AFCS Equipment 22 - Cont./Effec. Page 1 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
  • Page 196 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GENERAL —WARNING— It is the user ’s responsibility, when servicing or inspecting vendor equipment installed in Piper aircraft, to refer to the applicable vendor publication. —WARNING— Do not use a substitute trim system component part for an origi - nal design part.
  • Page 197 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL AUTOPILOT A. NON-PIPER AFCS EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS Refer to following list of AutoPilot/ Flight Director manufacturers for service direction, parts support, and service literature: Bendix Avionics Division Collins General Aviation Division 2100 NW 62nd Street Rockwell International Fort Lauderdale, FL 33310...
  • Page 198 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL NAME PIPER PART NO. AltiMatic IIIC 761 602 AltiMatic V and V-l 761 525 AltiMatic V F/D and V F/D-1 761 526 AltiMatic X FD/AP/ and X AP 761 668 AutoFlite 753 720...
  • Page 199 CHAPTER COMMUNICATIONS 1I11...

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    PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 23 - COMMUNICATIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 23-00-00 GENERAL 1I13 23-21-00 EMERGENCY LOCATOR TRANSMITTER 1I14 23-20-00 Description 1I14 23-20-00 Garrett Battery Removal and Installation 1H14 23-20-00 Communications Components Corporation...
  • Page 201 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GENERAL —WARNING— It is the user’s responsibility to refer to the applicable vendor publication when servicing or inspecting vendor equipment installed in Piper aircraft . This chapter contains information necessary to perform operational checks of the Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT), with and without a pilot’s remote switch.
  • Page 202 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL EMERGENCY LOCATOR TRANSMITTER DESCRIPTION Electrical power for the ELT is supplied by its own self-contained battery. FAA regulations require the b a ttery be replaced at the expiration date printed on battery, or if transmitter has been used in an emerg e n c y s i tuation, or has more than one hour accumulated test time.
  • Page 203 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 23-1. Two Year, Magnesium Battery Connections C O M M U N I C ATIONS COMPONENTS CORP. ELT BAT T E RY REMOVAL AND INSTA L L AT I O N (Refer to Figure 23-2.) —CAUTION—...
  • Page 204 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL —CAUTION— Test unit operation before installing access plate. (See testing emergency locator transmitter.) 13. Install access plate. 14. Write entry in aircraft logbook, include new battery run out date. Figure 23-2.
  • Page 205 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 10. Insert control head section into battery pack being careful not to pinch any wires. Replace the four screws. If the four holes do not line up, rotate battery pack 180° and reinsert. 11.
  • Page 206 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 23-4. Narco ELT 10 Portable Folding Antenna CONTACT PORTAVLE ANTENNA BLADE SEPARATOR PORTABLE MAKING CONTACT ANTENNA CONTACT FINGER NOTCH FOR HANDLE RELAESE FIXED AMTENNA’S CABLE CONNECTOR AND CONTACT SEPARATOR ANTENNA STOP...
  • Page 207 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL TESTING EMERGENCY LOCATOR TRANSMITTER (ELT 10) Conduct E .L.T. tests in a screen room or metal enclosure to ensure that electromagnetic energy is not r a d iated during testing. If a shielded enclosure is not available, perform tests in accordance with the following procedures: —...
  • Page 208 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL NARCO 910 ELT BAT T E RY REMOVAL AND INSTA L L ATION ( S / N ’s 2890140 thru 2890205) ( R e f e r to Figures 23-6 and 23-7.) Remove access panel located at fuselage station 228.30.
  • Page 209 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL If operational test must be made at any time other than the first five minutes after the hour, notify the nearest FAA traffic Control Tower or Flight Service Station prior to the test. Test should be no longer than three audio sweeps.
  • Page 210 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 23-8. Artex 110 E. L. T. The Artex 110 cannot be accidently activated by dropping the unit, handling it roughly, or during shipping. H o w e v e r, when properly mounted, and locked into its mounting tray, the E. L. T. will activate in a crash, regardless of the cockpit remote switch and E.
  • Page 211 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 8. Replace the four screws. Dress wires away from standoffs to avoid pinching wires between standoffs and the battery pack. 9. Install unit into mounting tray: Connect molex and coax cables to ELT unit. Install mounting tray cap and secure to front of mounting tray with the two screws.
  • Page 212 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GRIDS 1I24 THROUGH 1J1 INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 1I24...
  • Page 213 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL AVIONICS MASTER AND EMERGENCY SWITCH CIRCUIT (Refer to figure 9l-l5, chapter 9l.) DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION Archer II (S/N’s 28-7690001 thru 28-8690056. and 2890001 thru 2890205) Electrical power for various avionics components is controlled by the avionics master switch near the top of the instrument panel between radio stacks.
  • Page 214 CHAPTER ELECTRICAL POWER...
  • Page 215 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 24 - ELECTRICAL POWER TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY — NOTE — Refer to Chapter 91 for all Wiring Diagrams (Schematics). 24-00-00 GENERAL 24-00-00 Description and Operation...
  • Page 216 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 24 - ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEM TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 24-30-00 D.C. GENERATION (cont.) — 24-30-00 Alternator System (Chrysler) (cont.) — 24-30-00 Inspection of Chrysler Alternator 24-30-00 Testing of Rectifier Assemblies...
  • Page 217 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 24 - ELECTRICAL POWER TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 24-30-00 D.C. GENERATION (cont.) — 24-30-00 Battery (cont.) — 24-30-00 Archer II (cont.) —...
  • Page 218 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GENERAL — WARNING — When servicing or inspecting vendor equipment installed in Piper aircraft, it is the user’s responsibility to refer to the applicable vendor publication. This chapter contains instructions for correcting difficulties which may arise in electrical system operation. Included is a general description and function of each part of the system along with test and adjustments of various components.
  • Page 219 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL A 24-volt battery is incorporated into the system to furnish power for starting and as a reserve power source in case of alternator failure. The battery and 75 amp alternator are connected to the bus bar that powers all electrical equipment, except the starter, which receives its power direct from battery.
  • Page 220 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 2401. TROUBLESHOOTING ALTERNATOR (SHEET 1 of 4) TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Zero output indicated on amme- Open field circuit. With master switch turned on, ter regardless of rpm (refer to check for battery voltage from a l t e r n ator system test procedure).
  • Page 221 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 2401. TROUBLESHOOTING ALTERNATOR (2 of 4) TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Zero output reading on ammeter Open field winding in alternator. — WARNING — regardless of rpm (refer to (cont.) Turn magneto switch to off and a l t e rnator system test procedure).
  • Page 222 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 2401. TROUBLESHOOTING ALTERNATOR (3 of 4) TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Field circuit breaker trips. Short circuit in field circuit. Disconnect field wiring at altern ator terminal. Turn on master switch. If breaker continues to trip, d i sconnect each leg of field cir- cuit, working from alternator...
  • Page 223 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 2401. TROUBLESHOOOTING ALTERNATOR (4 of 4) TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Battery installed with reversed Battery charged backwards. Remove battery and install with polarity. correct polarity. Remove battery. Connect load such as landing light, lamp, or similar load, and discharge battery.
  • Page 224 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 2402. TROUBLESHOOTING BATTERY TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Discharged battery. Battery worn out. Replace battery. Improper charging rate. Adjust voltage regulator Standing too long. Remove and charge battery if left in unused airplane three weeks or more.
  • Page 225 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL DC GENERATION PRECAUTIONS The following precautions must be observed when testing or servicing the electrical system. Failure to observe these precautions will result in serious damage to the electrical equipment. —...
  • Page 226 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — CAUTION — Do not use aluminum cable to repair wiring. If there is a fault in the aluminum cable, the complete cable assembly must be replaced with copper wire and suitable terminals. Aluminum cable wiring was used in: battery circuit, battery to ground, battery to master relay, master relay to starter solenoid, starter solenoid to starter, and engine return ground wire to airframe...
  • Page 227 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 24-1. Exploded View of Prestolite Alternator Alligator Clips (8) 8A Landing Lights 60 - Ampere Alternator Figure 24-2. Lamp-Bank Load 24-30-00 Page 3 Reissued: July 30, 1994 1J16...
  • Page 228 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 2. Checking Prestolite Alternator System With electrical equipment off (except master switch) the ammeter will read amount of charging current demanded by battery. The amount will vary, depending on percentage of battery charge. As battery is c h a rged, current displayed on ammeter will reduce to approximately two amperes.
  • Page 229 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 3. Prestolite Alternator Service Procedures The alternator and regulator are designed for use on only one polarity system. Observe the following when testing or servicing electrical system: (Failure to observe cautions will result in serious damage to e l e c t r ical equipment.) —...
  • Page 230 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 5. Disassembly Of Prestolite Alternator Remove two number 10-24 screws holding brush holder assembly in slip ring end head. Remove brush and holder assembly from end head. Remove safety wire from through bolts.
  • Page 231 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 24-3. Removal of Slip Ring End Bearing Figure 24-4. Removal of Rectifier (Prestolite Alternator) (Prestolite Alternator) Figure 24-5. Removal of Drive End Head Figure 24-6. Removal of End Head Bearing (Prestolite Alternator) (Prestolite Alternator) 24-30-00...
  • Page 232 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — NOTE — Open rectifiers can only be detected, when using test bulb, by disconnecting stator leads. Test bulb will fail to light in either direction if rectifier is open. Stator: The stator is tested for open or grounded windings with a 12-volt test bulb, described in rectifier section, or an ohmmeter, as follows: (1) Separate stator from slip ring end head just far enough to insert a fold of rags or block of...
  • Page 233 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL RHEOSTAT AMMETER ROTOR BATTERY VOLTMETER Figure 24-7. Testing Rotor For Ground Figure 24-8. Testing Rotor For Shorts (Prestolite Alternator) (Prestolite Alternator) Figure 24-9. Installation of Beraring Figure 24-10. Installation of Rectifier (Prestolite Alternator) (Prestolite Alternator) 24-30-00...
  • Page 234 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Assemble rectifier mounting plate studs and insulators. Verify they are in correct order. (Refer to Figure 24-11.) After slip ring end head is completely assembled, stator and rectifier leads must be secured to r e ctifier mounting plate with epoxy.

  • Page 235: Slip Ring End Bearing Assembly

    PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LOCK WASHER FLAT WASHER FIBER WASHER END HEAD INSULATOR RECTIFIER MOUNTING PLATE TERMINAL STUD OUTPUT (+) TERMINAL AUXILLARY TERMINAL Figure 24-11. Terminal Assembly (Prestolite Alternator) SEAL - INSTALL SEAL WITH CARBON LIP TOWARD BEARING JUMPER WIRE...
  • Page 236 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 10. Prestolite Alternator Service Test Specifications CHART 2403. PRESTOLITE ALTERNATOR SPECIFICATIONS ALTERNATOR MODEL PRESTOLITE ALY 6422 Voltage 12-volts Rated Output 60 amperes Ground Polarity Negative Rotation Bi-Directional Rotor: Current Draw 2.4 to 4.0 amps @ 12.0-volts...
  • Page 237 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL OUTPUT Figure 24-15. Prestolite Alternator Internal Wiring Diagram B. CHRYSLER 14 VDC, 60 AMP ALTERNATOR SYSTEM (ARCHER II) 1. Description Of Chrysler Alternator System The alternator is on front lower right side of engine without air conditioning, and front lower left side with air conditioning.
  • Page 238 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL The ammeter does not indicate battery discharge. It displays the load in amperes placed on the g e n e rating system. With all electrical equipment off, except the master switch, the ammeter will read the charging current demanded by the battery.
  • Page 239 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 2. Checking Chrysler Alternator System With all electrical equipment off (except master switch) ammeter will read charging current demanded by battery. The amount will vary, depending on the percentage of charge in battery. As bat- tery charges, current reading on ammeter will reduce to approximately two amperes.
  • Page 240 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 4. Chrysler Alternator Rotor Field Coil Current Draw (Refer to figure 24-17.) Connect jumper wire between one field terminal of alternator and positive terminal of fully charged battery. Connect test ammeter positive lead to the other alternator field terminal.
  • Page 241 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Remove ground brush and place one test probe of 110-volt test lamp to field terminal. Attach remaining test probe to machined surface at one of the alternator end shields. Test lamp should not light.
  • Page 242 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL ATTACHING STATER LEADS (3) NUTS TERMINAL BLOCK STUDS STATOR Figure 24-19. Chrysler Alternator Rectifier End Shield and Stator Assembly 7. Testing Rectifier Assemblies Of Chrysler Alternator — CAUTION — Plastic cases surrounding rectifiers are for protection against corrosion and must not be broken.
  • Page 243 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Testing Of Negative Rectifiers Using C-3829 Tester (Refer to figure 24-21.) (1) Connect test lead alligator clip to rectifier end housing. (2) Touch metal strap of each negative rectifiers to test probe and note each reading. (3) Test indications for negative rectifiers are the same for positive rectifiers except test meter will read on the opposite side of scale.
  • Page 244 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (5) Reverse test probes (move probe from rectifier heatsink to rectifier strap and move probe from rectifier strap to rectifier heatsink), and repeat test for each rectifier. —...
  • Page 245 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL NUT AND HEAT SINK ASSEMBLY NUT AND WASHER WASHER OUTPUT TERMINAL ASSEMBLY NEGATIVE RECTIFIER ATTACHMENT ASSEMBLY ATTACHMENT MICA PLASTIC SCREW CAPACITOR SCREWS INSULATOR INSULATOR Figure 24-24. Chrysler Alternators Rectifier Figure 24-25. Chrysler Alternators Rectifier...
  • Page 246 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL TEST LAMP TOOL C-4068 C-4333 BEARING PULLEY RETAINER SCREW Figure 24-26. Testing Chrysler Alternator Stator Figure 24-27. Removal of Chrysler Alternator Pulley TOOL PRESS C-4068 C-3770A C-4333 C-3925 BEARING RETAINER...
  • Page 247 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 11. Testing Of Chrysler Alternator Rotor (Refer to Figures 24-30 and 24-31.) Check for a grounded field coil by connecting an ohmmeter from each slip ring to rotor shaft. Ohmmeter should read infinite.
  • Page 248 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL TOOL C-3921 C-4201-2 PRESS ALTERNATOR END SHIELD GREASE RETAINER SLIP RINGS BEARING SUPPORT C-4201-1 PLATE Figure 24-32. Installation of Chrysler Alternator Figure 24-33. Installation of Chrysler Alternator Grease Retainer Rectifier End Shield Bearing —...
  • Page 249 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL TOOL C-3858 BEARING TOOL C-3858 BEARING RETAINER RETAINER ROTOR ROTOR DRIVE END SHIELD DRIVE END SHIELD Figure 24-34. Installation of Chrysler Alternator Figure 24-35. Installation of C h r y s l e r Drive End Shield Bearing Alternator Pulley RECTIFIER...
  • Page 250 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Install positive heatsink assembly by placing battery terminal through round plastic insulator and capacitor end over heatsink mounting stud. Check three rectifier straps are over studs on terminal block.
  • Page 251 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — CAUTION — Do not allow stator winding leads to touch rotor or sharp edges of negative heatsink. Position stator over rectifier end shield assembly, and place winding terminals on terminal block studs.
  • Page 252 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 2404. CHRYSLER ALTERNATOR SPECIFICATIONS ALTERNATOR MODEL CHRYSLER 3656624 or 4111810 Rated Output 60 amperes Ground Polarity Negative Rotation Clockwise at Drive End Rotor: Current Draw 4.5 to 6.5 amps 12-volts Resistance 1.5 to 2.0 ohms Output Test:...
  • Page 253 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 24-42. Exploded View of Electrosystems Alternator 2. Checking Electrosystems Alternator System With electrical equipment off (except master switch) the ammeter will read amount of charging current demanded by battery.
  • Page 254 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Use the example of airplane’s maximum continuous load with all equipment on is approximately 60 amperes for 70 ampere alternator. This approximate 60 ampere value, plus approximately two amperes for a fully charged battery, will appear continuously under these flight conditions. If the ammeter reading were to go much below this value, under the aforementioned conditions, trouble with the alternator system would be indicated and corrective action should be taken by switching off the least essential equipment.
  • Page 255 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 3. Electrosystems Alternator Service Procedures The alternator and regulator are designed for use on only one polarity system. Observe the following when testing or servicing the electrical system: (Failure to observe cautions will result in serious damage to e l e c t r ical equipment.) —...
  • Page 256 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 5. Disassembly Of Electrosystems Alternator Remove two number 10-24 screws holding brush holder assembly in slip ring end head. Remove brush and holder assembly from end head. Remove safety wire from through bolts.
  • Page 257 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 24-46. Removal of Drive End Head Figure 24-47. Removal of End Head Bearing (Electrosystems Alternator) (Electrosystems Alternator) 6. Inspecting And Testing Components of Electrosystems Alternator Upon disassembly completion, all parts must be cleaned and visually inspected for cracks, wear, distortion, any signs of overheating, or mechanical interference.
  • Page 258 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL RHEOSTAT AMMETER ROTOR BATTERY VOLTMETER Figure 24-48. Testing Rotor For Ground Figure 24-49. Testing Rotor For Shorts (Electrosystems Alternator) (Electrosystems Alternator) Figure 24-50. Installation of Bearing Figure 24-51. Installation of Rectifier (Electrosystems Alternator) (Electrosystems Alternator) 24-30-00...
  • Page 259 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — NOTE — Open rectifiers can only be detected, when using test bulb, by disconnecting stator leads. Test bulb will fail to light in either direction if rectifier is open. Stator: The stator is tested for open or grounded windings with a 24-volt test bulb, described in rectifier section, or an ohmmeter, as follows: (1) Separate stator from slip ring end head just far enough to insert a fold of rags or block of...
  • Page 260 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LOCK WASHER FLAT WASHER FIBER WASHER END HEAD INSULATOR RECTIFIER MOUNTING PLATE TERMINAL STUD OUTPUT (+) TERMINAL AUXILLARY TERMINAL Figure 24-52. Terminal Assembly (Electrosystems Alternator) Assemble rectifier mounting plate studs and insulators. Verify they are in correct order. (Refer to Figure 24-52.) After slip ring end head is completely assembled, stator and rectifier leads must be secured to r e ctifier mounting plate with epoxy.
  • Page 261 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Testing Electrosystems Alternator Wiring connections for bench testing alternator are in Figure 24-54. Refer to Chart 2405 for output test figures. Adjust carbon pile to obtain specified voltage. After bench testing alternator, install safety wire and install alternator.
  • Page 262 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL OUTPUT Figure 24-56. Electrosystems Alternator Internal Wiring Diagram 10. Prestolite Alternator Service Test Specifications CHART 2405. ELECTROSYSTEMS ALTERNATOR SPECIFICATIONS ALTERNATOR MODEL ELECTROSYSTEMS ES4032 Voltage 28-volts Rated Output 70 amperes Ground Polarity Negative...
  • Page 263 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL D. CHECKING ALTERNATOR BELT TENSION LYC. S.I. 1129A — CAUTION — An improperly tensioned belt will wear rapidly, slip, and reduce alternator output. Belt must be checked for proper t e nsion at installation, after first 25 hours operation, and each 100 hours thereafter.
  • Page 264 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 3. Use a belt tension gauge such as the Burroughs deluxe model or equivalent. AVCO-LYC. S.L. L160 Attach gauge over the belt per manufacturer’s instructions. Quickly release handle and read tension. Repeat steps a and b several times to eliminate the possibility of an inaccurate reading.
  • Page 265 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (2) Install battery in box. (3) Connect positive lead to positive battery terminal and secure. (4) Connect ground cable to negative battery terminal and secure. (5) Connect and tighten battery straps. (6) Install battery box cover and secure with wing nuts.
  • Page 266 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (3) Rinse battery and box with clean water, and dry. — CAUTION — Check battery vent tubes for obstructions. Remove obstructions to ensure positive air flow through battery box. (4) (Serial numbers 28-7690001 to 28-8690047) Place cap over center battery box vent.
  • Page 267 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Cleaning Battery (1) Remove all accumulated contamination from the battery exterior with a stiff bristle brush. (Do not use a metal brush or abrasive materials.) Wipe exterior of battery and interior of manifold, including manifold top cover, with a cloth saturated with a solution of bicarbonate of soda mixed - one part soda to twenty parts of water.
  • Page 268 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Installing Acid Recovery (Vent) Jar (1) Carefully position jar top so that jar can be screwed into it. (2) Attach jar to lid. ( 3 ) Attach jar assembly to battery bracket using two each MS35207-264 screws and AN960-10 w a s he r s .
  • Page 269 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (8) Thoroughly clean battery after charging to prevent remaining acid bridges which can form during charging. — NOTE — Never allow lead acid batteries or tools used on them to be near Ni-Cad batteries and Ni-Cad battery tools.
  • Page 270 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 2410 SPECIFIC GRAVITY TEMPERATURE CORRECTION Electrolyte Temperature °C °F Correction 1.024 1.020 1.016 Add to +.012 Reading +.008 +.004 0.000 -.004 -.008 -.012 -.016 Subtract -.020 From -.024 Reading...
  • Page 271 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Battery Temperature Considerations Operation of storage batteries beyond their ambient temperature or charging voltage limits will result in excessive cell temperatures leading to electrolyte boiling, rapid deterioration of the cell, and finally battery failure.
  • Page 272 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Preparing New Dry Charged Battery for Installation The Teledyne, dry-charged, Model GILL/G-243 Battery shall be stored as received from Teledyne. Do not remove vent seals, add acid, nor attempt to charge a dry-charged battery until the time arrives to install the battery into an airplane.
  • Page 273 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL In the regulation check procedure, connect R end of resistor to the common ground wire (black). Increase voltage to regulator and monitor both V1 and V2. (1) As V1 increases from a low value, V2 should follow V1 at a reading only slightly less than V1.
  • Page 274 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 2. 14 Vdc System Regulator Overvoltage Check The Lamar regulator has an incorporated overvoltage relay. To check relay operation use the same test connections as testing the regulator, except the R end of resistor must be connected to the RED wire at the regulator harness connector or terminal block.
  • Page 275 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 4. To test the 28 Volt regulator: Use only a good quality, adjustable dc power source. — CAUTION — All tests must be accomplished with the regulator out of the circuit.
  • Page 276 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL VOLTMETER VOLTAGE REGULATOR 28 VDC BULB BLUE 0 - 35 VDC VARIABLE POWER SUPPLY Figure 24-59. Lamar 28 Vdc Regulator Check VOLTMETER VOLTAGE REGULATOR 28 VDC BULB BLUE 0 - 35 VDC VARIABLE POWER SUPPLY Figure 24-60.
  • Page 277 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GRIDS 1L18 AND 1L19 INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 1L18...
  • Page 278 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL EXTERNAL POWER External Power Receptacle Operation The external power receptacle is on the right side of fuselage aft of wing. Be sure the external power being used delivers the appropriate voltage, i. e., 12 Vdc for the Archer II and 24 Vdc for the Archer III. Damage to electrical equipment will result if a 28 Vdc external power supply is attached to the Archer II’s 12 Vdc system.Use external power for starting or equipment operation as follows: —...
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  • Page 280 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM LOAD DISTRIBUTION 1. Archer II CHART 2413. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM COMPONENT LOADS DUTY CYCLE CIRCUIT LOAD CONT. INTER. EQUIPMENT BREAKER (AMPS) OPTIONAL Anti-Collision Light Grimes 40-0101-XX-12 Whelen WRML-12 Whelen White Strobe Position Lights...
  • Page 281 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 2. Archer III (S/N’s 2890206 and up) CHART 2414. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM COMPONENT LOADS DUTY CYCLE CIRCUIT LOAD CONT. INTER. EQUIPMENT BREAKER (AMPS) Anti-Collision Light Whelen White Strobe Position Lights Landing/Taxi Lights Instrument Light(s)
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  • Page 283 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CARD 2 OF 4 PA-28-181 ARCHER II ARCHER III PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION (PART NUMBER 761 679 July 30, 1994...
  • Page 284 Published by Technical Publications Piper Aircraft Corporation 2926 Piper Drive Vero Beach, Florida 32960 U.S.A. Member of GAMA General Aviation Manufacturers Association...
  • Page 285 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL INTRODUCTION AEROFICHE EXPLANATION AND REVISION STATUS The Maintenance Manual information incorporated in this set of Aerofiche cards has been arranged in accordance with the general specifications of Aerofiche adopted by the General Aircraft Manufacturer’s Association (GAMA).
  • Page 286 Repair Manual = A.B.S. THERMOPLASTIC LANDING GEAR WHEEL AND STRUT FAIRING REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL - P/N 761 708 Vero Beach Service Sales Department Piper Aircraft Corporation Vero Beach, Florida 32960 DRY AIR PUMPS: Service Information = AIRBORNE DIVISION AIR AND FUEL PRODUCTS Parker Hannifin Corporation 711 Taylor St.
  • Page 287 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL SERIAL NUMBER INFORMATION PA-28-181, ARCHER II - 1976 Serial Numbers 28-7690001 to 28-7690479 inclusive PA-28-181, ARCHER II - 1977 Serial Numbers 28-7790001 to 28-7790607 inclusive PA-28-181, ARCHER II -1978...
  • Page 288 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GAMA SYSTEM/CHAPTER INDEX GUIDE SYST SUB-SYST AEROFICHE CHAP SECTION TITLE GRID NO. AIRWORTHINESS 1A17 TIME LIMITS/MAINT CHECKS 1A21 DIMENSIONS AND AREAS 1B15 LIFTING AND SHORING LEVELING AND WEIGHING TOWING AND TAXIING 1C14 PARKING AND MOORING...
  • Page 289 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GAMA SYSTEM/CHAPTER INDEX GUIDE (CONTD) SYST SUB-SYST AEROFICHE CHAP SECTIONTITLE GRID NO. VACUUM SYSTEM 2I13 ELECTRIC/ELECTRONIC PANELS AND MULTI-PURPOSE PARTS STRUCTURES 2J19 DOORS 2K18 STABILIZERS WINDOWS 3A17 WINGS PROPELLER 3B24...

  • Page 290: Subject Grid No

    PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 6-1. Three View - Archer II 1B20 6-2. Three View - Archer III 1B21 6-3. Station References - Archer II 1B22 6-4.

  • Page 291: Compressor And Alternator Belt Installation (Sheet 1 Of 2) 1H8

    PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (continued) FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 21-13. Compressor and Alternator Belt Installation (Sheet 1 of 2) 21-13. Compressor and Alternator Belt Installation (Sheet 2 of 2) 21-14.

  • Page 292: Installation Of Chrysler Alternator Positive Rectifier Assembly 1K14 Installation Of Chrysler Alternator Capacitor 1K5

    PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (continued) FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 24-17. Checking Chrysler Alternator Field Coil Current Draw 24-18. Testing Chrysler Alternator Field Circuit 24-19. Chrysler Alternator Rectifier End Shield and Stator Assembly 24-20.

  • Page 293: Testing Rotor For Ground (Electrosystems Alternator) 1K23

    PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (continued) FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 24-48. Testing Rotor for Ground (Electrosystems Alternator) 1K23 24-49. Testing Rotor for Shorts (Electrosystems Alternator) 1K23 24-50. Installation of Bearing (Electrosystems Alternator) 1K23 24-51.

  • Page 294: Archer Ii Fuel System Diagram 2D14

    PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (continued) FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 28-1. Archer II Fuel System Diagram 2D14 28-2. Archer III Fuel System Diagram (S/N’s 2890006 and up) 2D15 28-3.

  • Page 295: Various Repairs 2K12

    PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (continued) FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 51-8. Various Repairs 2K12 51-9. Repair of Stress Lines 2K13 51-10. Repair of Impacted Damage 2K13 52-1. Installation of Door Snubber 52-2.
  • Page 296 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (continued) FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 74-13. Timing Kit Installed 3F12 74-14. Breaker Compartment With Cast Timing Marks 3F12 74-15. Stripping Tool 3F18 74-16. Inserting Stripping Tool 3F18 74-17.
  • Page 297 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF CHARTS FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. Leading Particulars and Principal Dimensions 1B18 1201 Thread Lubricants 1202 Type of Lubricants 2001 Maximum Distance Between Supports for Fluid Tubing 2002 Types of Metal Corrosion 2101...
  • Page 298 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 3202 Nose Gear Alignment Tolerances 2F13 3301 Archer III Annunciator Panel Function Description 2G15 3302 Troubleshooting Archer II Annunciator Panel 2G16 3303 Troubleshooting Archer III Annunciator Panel...
  • Page 299 CHAPTER EQUIPMENT/FURNISHING 2A17...
  • Page 300 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 25 - EQUIPMENT/FURNISHINGS TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 25-10-00 FLlGHT COMPARTMENT 2A19 25-10-00 Rigging lnstructions - Seat Back Lock and Release 2A19 25-10-00 Lumbar Seats 25-10-00...
  • Page 301 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL FLIGHT COMPARTMENT A. RIGGING INSTRUCTIONS - SEAT BACK LOCK AND RELEASE (Refer to figure 25-1.) 1. Loosen screws and loosen clamps to allow push-pull cable to move within the clamps. 2.
  • Page 302 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Loosen velcro securing seat back filler cover. Remove only enough of seat back filer cover to expose lumbar bladder. — NOTE — Inflation tube may be removed before or after bladder is removed from seat back filler.
  • Page 303 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL BLADDER BLADDER INFLATION AIR INLET AND VENT BLADDER BLADDER AND PAD TUBE SEAT BACK FILLER BLADDER INFLATION & DEFLATION CONTROLS Figure 25-2 Lumbar Seat Bladder Installation 25-10-00 Page 3 Reissued: July 30, 1994 2A21...
  • Page 304 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL C. SHOULDER HARNESS INERTIA REEL ADJUSTMENT Shoulder harnesses with inertia reels are on each front seat and are available for all rear seats. Check inertia reel mechanism by pulling sharply on strap. Check reel will lock in place under sudden stress. The locking f e ature prevents strap from extending, and holds occupant in place.
  • Page 305 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 25-10-00 Page 5 Reissued: July 30, 1994 2A23...
  • Page 306 CHAPTER FLIGHT CONTROLS 2A24...
  • Page 307 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 27 - FLIGHT CONTROLS TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 27-00-00 GENERAL 27-00-00 Description and Operation 27-00-00 Standard Procedures 27-00-00 Control Cable Inspection 27-00-00 Cable Damage 27-00-00...
  • Page 308 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 27 - FLIGHT CONTROLS TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTIONSUBJECTGRID NO.EFFECTIVITY 27-24-00 Rudder Trim Controls 2B24 27-24-00 Removal of Rudder Trim Controls 2B24 27-24-00 Installation of Rudder Trim Controls 2B24 27-24-00 Rigging and Adjustment of Rudder...
  • Page 309 A. DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION The PA-28-181 is controlled in flight by three standard primary control surfaces: ailerons, stabilator, and r u d d e r. Controls operation is through movement of the dual control columns and dual rudder pedals.
  • Page 310 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 9. When push rods or rod ends have an inspection hole, the screw must be screwed in far enough to pass the inspection hole. Test visually or by feel, by inserting a piece of wire into inspection hole. If no hole is provided, there must be a minimum of 0.375 inch thread engagement.
  • Page 311 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL DAMAGE HERE WRONG DAMAGE HERE IMPROPER TOOL (RESULTING IN LOCKED BALL) A SPECIAL WRENCH MAY BE REQUIRED WITH A LONG THROAT ONLY CORRRECT METHOD Figure 27-1. Rod End Installation Method The absence of snags is not positive evidence that broken wires do not exist.
  • Page 312 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 2. External Wear Patterns Wear will normally extend along cable equal to the distance cable moves at that location. Wear may occur on one side of the cable only or on its entire circumference. Replace flexible and n o n -flexible cables when individual wires in each strand appear to blend together (outer wires worn 40-50 percent) as depicted in Figure 27-3.
  • Page 313 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CABLE WEAR CABLE WEAR Figure 27-4 Internal Cable Wear 4. Corrosion Carefully examine any cable for corrosion that has a broken wire in a section not in contact with wear producing airframe components such as pulleys, fairleads, etc.
  • Page 314 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 5. Cable Maintenance Frequent inspections and preservation measures such as rust prevention treatments for bare cable areas will help to extend cable service life. Where cables pass through fairleads, pressure seals, or over pulleys, remove accumulated heavy coatings of corrosion prevention compound.
  • Page 315 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL EXCESSIVE CABLE WEAR PULLEY MISALIGNMENT PULLEY TO LARGE FOR CABLE CABLE MISALIGNMENT FROZEN BEARING NORMAL CONDITION Figure 27-5 Pulley Wear Patterns THIS SPACE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 27-00-00 Page 7 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
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  • Page 317 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL AILERON CONTROLS A. TROUBLESHOOTING Chart 2702 lists troubles peculiar to aileron flight controls along with their probable causes and suggested remedies. When troubleshooting the aileron flight controls, additional reference may be obtained from Chapter 57 on control surface balancing, if required.
  • Page 318 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 2702. TROUBLESHOOTING AILERON CONTROL SYSTEM (continued) Trouble Cause Remedy Control wheels not syn- Incorrect control column Rerig control column. chronized. rigging. Control wheels not hori- Incorrect rigging of Rerig aileron system.
  • Page 319 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL VIEW A-A SEE VIEW A-A 1. CONTROL WHEEL 2. CONTROL WHEEL TUBE 3. BOLT, WASHER & NUT 4. FLEXIBLE JOINT 5. TEE BAR 6. STOP SPACER 7. RIGHT ROLLER CHAIN 8.
  • Page 320 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (5) Remove tunnel cover as follows: (a) Remove rudder trim control knob and trim cover attaching screws. (b) Roll back carpet from tunnel and remove tunnel plate located aft of tee bar assembly, by removing plate attaching screws.
  • Page 321 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Install either control wheel assembly as follows: (1) Insert control wheel tube through instrument panel. (2) Install autopilot systems wiring in the control tube and route the wires through hole in the forward side of tube and out the small hole in forward side. Position rudder grommet in the hole in the side of tube.
  • Page 322 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL C. AILERON CONTROL CABLES 1. Removal Of Aileron Control Cables (Refer to Figure 27-8.) Remove rear seat and floor panel to access control cables in fuselage or wings. Remove right or left primary control cables in the fuselage as follows: (1) Remove the two front seats.
  • Page 323 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CONTROL CHAINS TURNBUCKLE 14. RIGHT FUSELAGE PRIMARY CABLE CONTROL WHEEL SPROCKET 15. LEFT FUSELAGE PRIMARY CABLE IDLER SPROCKET 16. LEFT PRIMARY TURNBUCKLE AILERON CONTROL CHAIN 17. LEFT WING PRIMARY CABLE PULLEY BRACKET 18.
  • Page 324 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 2. Installation Of Aileron Control Cables (Refer to Figure 27-8.) Install right or left primary control cable in fuselage as follows: (1) Pull cable through fuselage floor tunnel. (2) Connect cable to end of control chain and secure, using bushing, bolt, nut, and cotter pin.
  • Page 325 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Disconnect aileron control rod by removing cotter pin,nut, washer, and bolt. Remove nut (visible from wing underside), pivot bolt, and washers holding bellcrank. Remove bellcrank from wing. 2.Installation Of Aileron Bellcrank Assembly (Refer to Figure 27-8.) Check bellcrank pivot bushing is lubricated and install in the torque tube portion of bellcrank.
  • Page 326 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 1. 0.375 HEIGHT SPACER IN LINE WITH AFT SPAR RIVET LINE, MUST NOT MAKE CONTACT WITH ANY RIVETS. NEUTRAL POSITION OF AILERON WILL OCCUR WHEN THESE THREE POINTS MAKE CONTACT WITH WING AND AILERON SKIN.
  • Page 327 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 2. Set each bellcrank at neutral, check and adjust ailerons for neutral as follows: Check bellcrank rigging tool fits snug between bellcrank and rib. Place aileron rigging tool per Figure 27-9 against wing underside. Place tool close to inboard end of aileron without contacting any rivets.
  • Page 328 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 27-11. Bellcrank Rigging Tool 27-10-00 Page 12 Reissued: July 30, 1994 2B22...
  • Page 329 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 27-12. Aileron Rigging — END — 27-10-00 Page 13 Reissued: July 30, 1994 2B23...
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  • Page 331 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL RUDDER CONTROLS A. TROUBLESHOOTING Chart 2703 lists troubles peculiar to rudder control system along with their probable causes and suggested remedies. When troubleshooting the rudder control system, additional reference may be obtained from Chapter 55 on control surface balancing, if required.
  • Page 332 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 2704. TROUBLESHOOTING RUDDER TRIM CONTROL SYSTEM Trouble Cause Remedy Trim control knob moves System not lubricated Lubricate system. with excessive resistance. properly. B.RUDDER AND STEERING PEDAL ASSEMBLY 1.
  • Page 333 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL SPRING CLIP TOE BRAKE PEDAL TRIM CONTROL ATTACHMENT ARM CLEVIS PIN, WASHER & COTTER PIN CLEVIS ASSEMBLY CLEVIS PIN IDLER ARM JAM NUT CLEVIS PIN, WASHER & COTTER PIN 10.
  • Page 334 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 2.Installation Of Rudder And Steering Pedal Assembly (Refer to Figure 27-13.) Assemble torque tube assembly per Figure 27-13. Do not at this time install the two bolts through the center of tube assembly.
  • Page 335 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL RUDDER & STEERING PEDAL ASSEMBLY BOLT, WASHER, NUT & COTTER PIN BOLT, BUSHINGS, WASHER, & NUT CABLE GUARD PIN PULLEY CLUSTER RUB BLOCKS CABLE GUARD PIN BOLT, BUSHINGS, WASHER, & NUT PULLEY CLUSTER 10.
  • Page 336 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (4) Remove rudder trim knob and cover attaching screws. (5) Remove tunnel plate aft of tee bar by removing enough carpet from tunnel to allow plate attaching screws and plate to be removed. (6) Remove cotter pin from the exposed end and slide it left or right to move cable guard pin, under pulley cluster aft of tee bar.
  • Page 337 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Check rudder travel by swinging rudder until it contacts its stop. If control cables are connected, use rudder pedals to swing rudder. With rudder against its stop, place rigging tool against the side of the rudder and vertical stabilizer as per Figure 27-15.
  • Page 338 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 27-17. Rudder Rigging 0.281 0.531 0.687 0.855 0.812 0.25R (TYP) 6.187 5.296 3.50 MATERIAL: STEEL OR HARD ALUMINUM 0.125 X 20.0 X 6.187 PLATE Figure 27-18. Fabricated Rudder Rigging Tool 27-20-00 Page 8...
  • Page 339 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL RUDDER TRAVELS 27° ± 2° L 27° ± 2° R CABLE TENSION 35 LB ± 5 LB (SEE NOTE) NOTE CABLE TENSION APPLIES ONLY TO AIRPLANES WITH OUT AUTOPILOT BRIDLE CABLES ATTACHED.
  • Page 340 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Clamp rudder pedals in neutral and position threaded bushing in mounting channel. Turn control shaft until holes in bushing and channel align, and install clevis pin and cotter pin. If two through holes are in aft end of mounting channel, pin must be installed through the hole that will give equal travel and hit rudder stops before bottoming out of trim assembly.
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  • Page 342 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL STABILATOR AND TAB A- TROUBLESHOOTING Charts 2704 and 2705 lists troubles peculiar to stabilator control system along with their probable causes and suggested remedies. When troubleshooting the stabilator control system, additional reference may be obtained on control surface balancing from Chapter 55.
  • Page 343 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 2706. TROUBLESHOOTING STABILATOR MANUAL TRIM CONTROL Trouble Cause Remedy Lost motion between Cable tension too low. Adjust cable tension. trim control wheel and trim tab. Cables not in place on Install cables properly.
  • Page 344 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Disconnect control cable at the turnbuckle in the aft section of fuselage. Remove either forward stabilator cable as follows: (1) Remove tunnel carpet and cover plate as follows: Remove rudder trim control knob and trim cover attaching screws.
  • Page 345 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CONTROL COLUMN TEE BAR FORWARD RIGHT CABLE FORWARD LEFT CABLE AFT LOWER LEFT CABLE AFT UPPER RIGHT CABLE FORWARD CLUSTER PULLEY AFT PULLEY BOLT, WASHER, NUT & COTTER PIN BOLT, WASHER &...
  • Page 346 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Install either at stabilator control cable as follows: (1) Route cable around its pulley either over or under stabilator balance arm. (2) Connect cable to stabilator balance arm and secure with bolt, washer, nut, and cotter pin. (Check bushing is installed with bolt.) (3) Connect cable to the forward cable at the turnbuckle in at fuselage.
  • Page 347 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 27-23. Fabricated Stabilator Rigging Tool STABILATOR STABILATOR TRIM TAB STABILATOR CHORD LINE (NEUTRAL POSITION) 14° ± 1° UP (SEE NOTE 2) 3° ± 1° UP 2° ± 1° DN 12°...
  • Page 348 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 3. Check and set stabilator control cable tension, as follows: Check stabilator travel is correct. Remove access panel to the at section of the fuselage. Secure control column in the near forward position. Allow one-quarter inch between column and stop bumper.
  • Page 349 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 27-25. Stabilator Trim Control (Floor Control) 27-30-00 Page 8 Reissued: July 30, 1994 2C20...
  • Page 350 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 27-26. Methods of Securing Trim Cables ( c ) Remove tunnel cover attaching screws. Remove tunnel cover located between trim c o ntrol wheel and spar cover. ( d ) Remove cable pulleys located in the tunn e l by removing cotter pin, washer, and clevis pin.
  • Page 351 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (2) Install trim control cables as follows: (a) Pull cable(s) through floor tunnel. (b) Wrap cable drum and install trim control wheel per step (1). (c) Position cable pulleys on mounting bracket in floor tunnel and install clevis pin, washer, and cotter pin.
  • Page 352 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (2) Clamp cables between two pieces of wood to prevent unwrapping. (3) Check barrel bushings are installed in rib plate and clip. (4) Lubricate bushings and install trim barrel in the bushings between the two support ribs. Attach bottom diagonal rib to horizontal rib and secure with bolt, washers, and nuts.
  • Page 353 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 1. Removal Of Lift Detector — CAUTION — Master switch must be off before working on lift detector or warning horn. When installing wing, place reference marks on holding plate and wing skin.
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  • Page 355 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL FLAP CONTROLS TROUBLESHOOTING Charts 2707 lists troubles peculiar to flap control system along with their probable causes and suggested remedies. When troubleshooting the flap control system, additional reference may be obtained from Chapter 57 on control surface balancing, if required.
  • Page 356 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 27-27. Flap Controls 27-50-00 Page 2 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
  • Page 357 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Remove flap control cable as follows: (1) Remove the seats floor panel. Remove the front and rear seats. — CAUTION — Forward pressure will be on the handle with the tension spring disconnected.
  • Page 358 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 0.60 TORUE TUBE STOP SCREW Figure 27-28 Flap Stop Adjustment Figure 27-29. Flap Rigging Tool 27-50-00 Page 4 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
  • Page 359 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (3) Install cable rub blocks on aft side of spar housing and secure with screws. (4) Attach cable end to tension chain and secure with bushings, clevis bolt, nut, and cotter pin. (If the chain is not installed due to torque tube assembly being removed, install the assembly per step a.
  • Page 360 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (2) With flap control rod connected between torque tube crank arm and flap, check wing surface contacts tool at its forward surface and at spacer. Aft end of flap must contact aft end of tool. (The flap is neutral at this position.) (3) If the three points do not contact, loosen jam nuts on each end of control rod and rotate until the three points contact.
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  • Page 363 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 28 - FUEL TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 28-00-00 FUEL SYSTEM 2D13 28-00-00 General 2D13 28-00-00 Description 2D13 28-00-00 Archer II 2D13 28-00-00 Archer III 2D13...
  • Page 364 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 28 - FUEL TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 28-20-00 DISTRIBUTION (Cont.) — 28-20-00 Adjustment of Electric Fuel Pump (Bench Test) 28-20-00 Adjustment of Electric Fuel Pump (In Airplane) 28-20-00 Installation of Electric Fuel Pump...
  • Page 365 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL FUEL SYSTEM A. GENERAL —WARNING— When servicing or inspecting vendor equipment installed in Piper aircraft, it is the user’s responsibility to refer to the applicable vendor publication. This chapter contains information on fuel tanks, selector valves, filter screens, and fuel pumps.
  • Page 366 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL The electric fuel pump is installed on the left forward side of the firewall. The outlet port on the pump is equipped with a tee. One side of the tee is routed through the engine driven pump to the carburetor The other side of the tee is routed through the primer solenoid valve (clamped to the left side engine mount) to cylinders 1, 2, and 4.
  • Page 367 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CARBURETOR THROTTLE MIXTURE FUEL FUEL PRESSURE PRIMER GAUGE SOLENOID ENGINE FUEL PUMP ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP RELAY PRIMER SWITCH ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP FUEL STRAINER FUEL TANK LEFT MAIN TANK RIGHT MAIN TANK SELECTOR VALVE...
  • Page 368 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 2801. TROUBLESHOOTING FUEL SYSTEM (SHEET 1 OF 2) TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Fuel will not flow. Blocked in fuel line. Flush fuel system. Blocked cap vent. Check and clean cap vent hole.
  • Page 369 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 2801. TROUBLESHOOTING FUEL SYSTEM (SHEET 2 OF 2) TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY No fuel pressure reading. Defective gauge. Replace gauge. (cont.) Fuel selector not in Check selector position and proper position.
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  • Page 371 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL STORAGE A. FUEL TANK 1. Removal Of Fuel Tank Drain fuel from fuel tank. (Refer to chapter 12.) Remove tank assembly screws. Remove access panel at WS 54.00 and disconnect fuel line attached to tank. Pull tank from wing assembly enough to remove sender wire.
  • Page 372 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (c) Remove nut that secures key lock to cover. (d) Slide lock, gaskets, and spring over back of key lock. (e) Remove key lock by pushing keylock through cover. Ensure that the O–ring is not lost. Assembly Of Locking Fuel Cap (a) Insert key lock through cover.
  • Page 373 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL KEYLOCK O–RING GASKET SPRING LOCK PAWL ASSEMBLY SPRING GASKET LOCK PAWL Figure 28-4. Archer III Locking Fuel Cap THIS SPACE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 28-10-00 Page 3 Reissued: July 30, 1994 2D21...
  • Page 374 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL DISTRIBUTION A. GENERAL The components used in the fuel distribution system are essentially identical in the Archer II and the Archer III. Unless specified otherwise, the following procedures are used for both models of the Archer. B.
  • Page 375 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 1. BODY 2. SCREEN 3. GASKET 4. STRAINER BOWL 5. BAIL WIRE 6. BAIL ASSEMBLY 7. SAFETY WIRE 8. DRAIN VALVE* * S/N’S 2890146 AND UP HAVE NON-LOCKING DRAIN VALVES.
  • Page 376 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL d. Disconnect fuel lines from inlet and outlet sides of pump. (1) Archer II: disconect the fuel inlet and outlet lines. (2) Archer III: Disconnect fuel inlet line from pump. Disconnect the main fuel and fuel primer outlet lines from tee fitting.
  • Page 377 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 4. Cleaning, Inspection, And Repair Of Electric Fuel Pump Clean all parts with acetone or a suitable dry type solvent. If plunger assembly does not come clean or there are any rough spots, polish gently with crocus cloth. Inspect pump for the following: (1) Check filter screen for damage or distortion.
  • Page 378 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 8. Adjustment Of Electric Fuel Pump (In Airplane) With cowling removed and fuel selector in the OFF position, remove fuel line from outlet end of pump. Connect a test line with a bypass valve and pressure gauge to pump outlet end. Place a container below pump to catch any fuel from test line during pump adjustment.
  • Page 379 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Use a torque wrench and tubing crow’s foot, to carefully tighten each union fitting to the follow- ing torques: Tube Size Applied Torque 1/4 in. od 75- 95 inch-pounds using a tubing 3/8 in.
  • Page 380 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL A replacement tube and union purchased from Piper will have the ferrule pre-swaged onto tube. Install tube as follows: (1) Lubericate male threads of union with MIL-L-5606 hydraulic fluid. (2) Carefully align tube into union and snug up the nut with a wrench.
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  • Page 382 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL INDICATING A.. FUEL QUANTITY TRANSMITTER UNIT 1. Removal Of Archer II and Archer III Fuel Quantity Transmitter Unit Remove fuel tank. (Refer to removal of fuel tank, section 28-10-00.) Disconnect transmitter wire from the connection post.
  • Page 383 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL ( 8 ) After needle on each gauge descends to a stable reading (:15 seconds minimum), o b s e r v e fuel quantity gauge. It should read empty. (Refer to chart 2802 for tolerances permitted between fuel gauge reading and actual fuel in tank.) (10) Add fuel to tank in five U.S.
  • Page 384 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Post installation check. (1) Level airplane, ± 1°, longitudinally and laterally. (2) Place battery-alternator switch in OFF position.(3) Completely drain fuel tank that relates to the gauge to be checked. (Refer to draining fuel system, chapter 12.) (4) Connect external power supply unit.
  • Page 385 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (5) High end adjustment: (Refer to Figure 28-7 (a) Select position A on resistor decade switch. (b) Verify the appropriate instrument needle points to F. (c) If needle does not point to F, adjust GAIN potentiometer, located on bottom of instrument below side being tested, to center needle on F.
  • Page 386 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 1/2 Needle Width Radial Mark As Appropriate NEEDLE DEVIATION Needle Figure 28-9. Archer III Fuel Quantity Needle Deviation Post installation functional check: (1) Level airplane, ± 1°, longitudinally and laterally. (2) Place battery-alternator switch in OFF position.
  • Page 387 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL C. CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT OF FUEL QUANTITY TRANSMITTER UNIT 1. Archer II 14 Vdc Fuel Quantity Transmitter Check. (Piper P/N 486 520) (Refer to Figure 28-9.) (a) Remove transmitter unit to be checked from the fuel tank. (b) Check and adjust transmitter unit float position as follows: (1) Fasten unit to a fabricated checking jig with washer and nuts.
  • Page 388 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 28-10. Fuel Quantity Transmitter Checking Jig THIS SPACE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 28-40-00 Page 7 Reissued: July 30, 1994 2E12...
  • Page 389 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 0.219” 0.875”R 0.188” HOLE 3 REQ. (T.M.M.P.) 0.344” 1.625” 0.75” 4.219” 9.938” 0.75” 1” 2 WOOD SCREWS EVENLY SPACED MATERIAL LIST 2-8.75 x 9.938 x 0.125 2024-T3 ALUM 1-9.75 x 6 x 0.75 RICHLITE, MASONITE, OR HARDWOOD 1-8.75 x 6 x 1RICHLITE, MASONITE, OR...
  • Page 390 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL D. FUEL QUANTITY INDICATOR Two fuel quantity gauges are mounted in cluster on the instrument panel. The Archer II instruments are calibrated in fractional divisions of one-fourth, one-half, three-fourth, and full. The Archer III (s/n’ 2890206 and up) instruments are calibrated in fractional divisions of 0, 5, 10, 15, 20 (gallons), and F (FULL).
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  • Page 393 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 32 - LANDING GEAR TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 32-00-00 GENERAL 2E20 32-00-00 Description 2E20 32-00-00 Troubleshooting 2E20 32-10-00 MAIN GEAR 2E24 32-10-00 Disassembly of Main Gear Oleo 2E24...
  • Page 394 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 32 - LANDING GEAR TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 32-40-00 WHEELS AND BRAKES (cont) — 32-40-00 Removal of Brake Master Cylinder (Hand Brake) 2F21 32-40-00 Disassembly of Brake Master Cylinder...
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  • Page 396 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GENERAL —WARNING— It is the user’s responsibility to refer to the applicable vendor publications when servicing or inspecting vendor equipment installed in Piper aircraft. In this chapter are instructions for the removal, disassembly, inspection, overhaul, and installation of the landing gear, nose gear alignment, and the repair and service of the brake system and its components.
  • Page 397 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 3201. TROUBLESHOOTING LANDING GEAR (SHEET 2 OF 3) TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Nose landing gear shimmies Worn torque link bolts Replace bolts or bushings during fast taxi, takeoff, or or bushings.
  • Page 398 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 3201. TROUBLESHOOTING LANDING GEAR (SHEET 3 OF 3) Excessive or uneven wear Incorrect operating pressure. Inflate tire to correct on main tires. pressure. Wheel out of alignment (toe Check wheel alignment.
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  • Page 400 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL MAIN GEAR A. DISASSEMBLY OF MAIN GEAR OLEO (Refer to Figure 32-1.) —NOTE— Main gear axle and piston tube assembly are removed from cylinder housing with the gear either removed from or installed on the a i rplane.
  • Page 401 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL b. Retaining ring for cracks, burrs, etc. c. Cylinder tube for corrosion, scratches, nicks, excessive wear, and misalignment. d. Air valve for operation and general condition. e. Orifice plate for hole restriction. Figure 32-1.
  • Page 402 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 32-2. Orifice Replacement Tool 32-10-00 Page 3 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
  • Page 403 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL C. ASSEMBLY OF MAIN GEAR OLEO (Refer to Figure 32-1.) 1. Install orifice assembly as follows: Insert orifice through opening in top of gear housing and turn it into the threaded hole web. Tighten orifice with a stud type spanner wrench.
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  • Page 405 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 6. Unhook hydraulic brake line inside wing assembly (accessible through the access plate). Cap line by using a threaded cap or wrapping with plastic. 7 . Remove top four bolts (hold bolts with slotted screwdriver and turn nut with wrench). Remove remain- ing six bolts with a wrench.
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  • Page 407 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL NOSE GEAR A. DISASSEMBLY OF NOSE GEAR OLEO (Refer to Figure 32-4.) —NOTE— Remove and disassemble the nose gear oleo strut assembly from strut housing with gear removed from or installed on a i rplane.
  • Page 408 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 32-4. Nose Gear Oleo Strut Assembly 32-20-00 Page 2 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
  • Page 409 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL B. CLEANING, INSPECTION, AND REPAIR OF NOSE GEAR OLEO —NOTE— Repair of oleo is limited to smoothing out minor scratches, nicks and dents, and parts replacement. 1. Clean all parts with a suitable dry type cleaning solvent. 2.
  • Page 410 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 9. Position washer and strut assembly retainer nut on top of strut housing. Insert strut assembly up through washer until it contacts nut. Tighten nut to fit snug. 10.
  • Page 411 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 32-6. Nose Gear Installation 32-20-00 Page 5 Reissued: July 30, 1994 2F11...
  • Page 412 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL E. REMOVAL OF NOSE LANDING GEAR (Refer to Figure 32-6.) 1. Remove engine cowling. (Refer to Chapter 71.) 2. Remove propeller. (Refer to Chapter 61.) 3. Place airplane on jacks. (Refer to Chapter 7.) 4.
  • Page 413 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL H. ALIGNMENT OF NOSE GEAR 1. Place airplane on a smooth, level floor. 2. Place airplane on jacks. (Refer to Chapter 7.) 3. Level airplane laterally and longitudinally. (Refer to Chapter 8.) 4.
  • Page 414 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 32-7. Clamping Rudder Pedals Figure 32.8. Rudder Pedals at Neutral Angle in Neutral Position THIS SPACE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 32-20-00 Page 8 Reissued: July 30, 1994 2F14...
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  • Page 416 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL WHEELS AND BRAKES A. REMOVAL AND DISASSEMBLY OF MAIN WHEEL (Refer to Figure 32-9.) 1. Place airplane on jacks. (Refer to Chapter 7.) 2. If the wheel fairing is installed, remove the two fairing attachment bolts on each side of fairing and remove the small plate on top of fairing.
  • Page 417 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL B. INSPECTION OF MAIN WHEEL ASSEMBLY Visually check all parts for cracks, distortion, defects, and excess wear. 2. Check tie bolts for looseness or failure. 3. Check internal diameter of felt grease seals. Replace felt grease seal if surface is hard or gritty. 4.
  • Page 418 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 32-10. Nose Wheel Assembly E. INSPECTION OF NOSE WHEEL ASSEMBLY 1. Visually check all parts for cracks, distortion, defects, and excess wear. 2. Check tie bolts for looseness or failure. 3.
  • Page 419 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL G. BRAKE ADJUSTMENT AND LINING TOLERANCE The brake lining clearance is self-adjusting. Visually inspect the lining (it may be inspected visually while installed on the airplane). Linings are the riveted type and must be replaced if the thickness of any segment becomes worn below 0.099 inch or unevenly worn.
  • Page 420 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 32-12. Removal and Installation of Anchor Bolts 32-40-00 Page 5 Reissued: July 30, 1994 2F20...
  • Page 421 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL I. CLEANING, INSPECTION, AND REPAIR OF BRAKE ASSEMBLY 1. Clean assembly with a suitable solvent and dry thoroughly. 2. Check cylinder housing wall and piston for scratches, burrs, corrosion, etc. that will damage O-rings. 3.
  • Page 422 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 32-13. Brake Disc Minimum Thickness Figure 32-14. Brake System Installations 32-40-00 Page 7 Reissued: July 30, 1994 2F22...
  • Page 423 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL M. CLEANING, INSPECTION, AND REPAIR OF BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER 1. Clean cylinder parts with a suitable solvent and dry thoroughly. 2. Inspect interior walls of cylinder for scratches, burrs, corrosion, etc. 3.
  • Page 424 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL O. INSTALLATION OF BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER (HAND BRAKE) (Refer to Figure 32-14.) 1. Install brake handle assembly between its mounting bracket and secure with bolt, washers, nut, and cotter pin.
  • Page 425 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 32-16. Toe Brake Installation 32-40-00 Page 10 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
  • Page 426 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL NOTE Figure 32-17. Brake Cylinder 10-27, 10-30, and 17000 (Toe Brake) 32-40-00 Page 11 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
  • Page 427 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL S. ASSEMBLY OF BRAKE CYLINDER 1. Cleveland cylinder number 10-27. (Refer to Figure 32-17.) —NOTE— Use a small amount of hydraulic fluid (MIL-H-5606) on O-ring and component parts to prevent damage, and for ease of h a ndling during reassembly.
  • Page 428 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 5. Pump right brake cylinder very slowly approximately 12 times. This will purge air from toe brake cylinder system. Watch for any air forced through clear plastic tube during this operation. Verify air has been forced from toe brake system.
  • Page 429 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL X. BLEEDING OF THE BRAKES AFTER A UNIT HAS BEEN CHANGED —CAUTION— Do not allow pressure to bleed off before closing bleeders, as this will allow air in system. Repeat pumping and bleeding approximately 10 or more times or until all air is released from system.
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  • Page 432 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 33 - LIGHTS TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 33-00-00 GENERAL 2G11 33-00-00 Description and Operation 2G11 33-00-00 Archer II 2G11 33-00-00 Archer III (S/N’s 2890206 and up) 2G11 33-10-00 FLIGHT COMPARTMENT...
  • Page 433 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 33 - LIGHTS TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 33-40-00 EXTERIOR 33-40-00 Archer II - 14 Vdc System 33-40-00 Description 33-40-00 Removal and Installation of Landing Light 2H1 33-40-00 Anti-Collision Beacon Light 33-40-00...
  • Page 434 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GENERAL —WARNING— It is the user’s responsibility to refer to the applicable vendor publication when servicing or inspecting vendor equipment installed in Piper aircraft.. This chapter gives instructions relating to maintenance of lighting equipment used on the aircraft. A.
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  • Page 436 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL FLIGHT COMPARTMENT A. INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS 1. Archer II Instrument panel lights are controlled by a 5 amp circuit breaker through a switch and transistorized dimmer control unit in the middle of the instrument panel just above the pedestal. There are two control knobs, one for panel lights and one for radio lights.
  • Page 437 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (4) Remove nut securing dimmer control p o t e n t i o m e t e r to instrument panel. Potentiometer should now hang down below bottom of panel. (5) Mark wires attached to back of dimmer control potentiometer for proper location.
  • Page 438 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL The VAC warning light is controlled by a vacuum sensor switch at the firewall and is attached to the vacuum regulator. The sensor switch will activate whenever differential pressure is below 3.5 in. The OIL warning light is controlled by an oil pressure sensor switch (incorporated in the oil line) at the firewall.
  • Page 439 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Power is supplied from the bus through a 5 amp circuit breaker and the annunciator box assembly. The DAY-NIGHT toggle switch, located to the left of the annunciator panel, is placed in the NIGHT position to dim the annunciator lights for night flight.
  • Page 440 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 3302. TROUBLESHOOTING ARCHER II ANNUNCIATOR PANEL (SHEET 2 OF 2) TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY VAC warning light fails. Bulb burned out. Replace. No current to sensor. Check all wire segments and connections.
  • Page 441 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 3303. TROUBLESHOOTING ARCHER III ANNUNCIATOR PANEL (SHEET 1 OF 3) TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY All warning lights fail to ANNUNCIAT O R Reset (push IN) circuit breaker i l l u m inate.
  • Page 442 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 3303. TROUBLESHOOTING ARCHER III ANNUNCIATOR PANEL (SHEET 2 OF 3) TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY P I TOT HEAT OFF/INOP fails Open R-4 resistor in a n n u n c iator Replace resistor.
  • Page 443 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 3303. TROUBLESHOOTING ARCHER III ANNUNCIATOR PANEL (SHEET 3 OF 3) TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY A LT E R N ATOR INOP fails to Blown bulb(s). Replace bulb(s). illuminate.
  • Page 444 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 5. Replacement Of Archer II Annunciator Panel Light Bulbs Light bulb replacement does not require removal of annunciator panel. The lenses are designed to be a friction fit. The bulbs fit into the back side of the lens. To replace a defective bulb, pull the c o r r esponding lens out of annunciator panel.
  • Page 445 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LOW BUS PITOT HEAT STARTER VOLTAGE OFF/INOP ENGAGE VACUUM ALTERNATOR INOP INOP PRESSURE AIR COND (OPTIONAL) DOR OPEN TO ANNUNCIATOR PANEL (11 REQ’D) IN2071A DIODE (5 REQ’D) Figure 33-2 Archer III Annunciator Panel and Box Assembly 7.
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  • Page 448 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL EXTERIOR A. ARCHER II - 14 VDC SYSTEM 1. Description The landing and taxi light is one light bulb. It is a 100 watt unit within nose cowl section. The light is controlled by a switch to a 10 amp circuit breaker.
  • Page 449 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (3) Remove strobe lamp by cutting wires on lamp under mounting bracket. (4) Remove defective lamp. (5) Remove and discard plug with the cut wires from its electrical socket. Installation Of Wing Tip Strobe Light (1) Route wires from new lamp down through the hole in navigation light bracket.
  • Page 450 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Installation Of Strobe Power Supply (Refer to Figure 33-3) (1) Position power supply in place and secure with the four previously removed screws. (2) Connect electrical leads in proper place. (3) Connect electrical plugs in proper place.
  • Page 451 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 7. Troubleshooting Strobe Lights The strobe light functions as a condenser discharge system. A condenser in the power supply is c h a rged approximately 450-Volts dc then discharged across Xenon flash tube at intervals approximately 50 flashes per minute.
  • Page 452 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Check tube socket assembly for shorts. (1) Disconnect tube socket assembly of the anti-collision light from the interconnecting cable. (2) Use an ohmmeter for the following continuity checks. ( a ) Check continuity between Pin 1 of AMP connector to Pin 1 of tube socket.
  • Page 453 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LAMP LIGHT RETAINING ASSEMBLY BOLT WING ASSEMBLY LAMP RETAINING BOLT LAMP RETAINING ADJUSTMENT RING BOLT LAMP RETAINING ADJUSTMENT BOLT BOLTS Figure 33-4. Archer III Landing Light Installation 3.
  • Page 454 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 32” ± 1” 20’ ± 3” 15’ ± 3” 15’ ± 3” Figure 33-5. Archer III Landing Light Adjustment 33-40-00 Page 7 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
  • Page 455 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 3. Navigation (Position) Lights Description Navigation (position) lights are on each wing tip in the same assembly as the strobe a n t i -c o l l ision light. Removing bulb(s) (1) Ensure that the BATT MAST and NAV LIGHT switches are in OFF position.
  • Page 456 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Installation Of Wing Tip Strobe Light (1) Route wires from new lamp through the hole in navigation light bracket. (2) Install wire protection grommet onto light bracket. (3) Connect plug to receptacle.
  • Page 457 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL TO LIGHT WHITE DIMMER CONTROL BLACK AVG #22 BUS WIRE #20 VINYL GLASS TUBING GROUND STROBE LIGHT SWITCH L4B 20 WIRE SWITCH CONNECTIONS FACE L4E 20 BLACK (WITH SHIELD) VIEW A VIEW B WHITE...
  • Page 458 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — CAUTION — When disconnecting power supply, allow five minutes of bleed down time before handling unit. Check input voltage at power supply is 28-volts. — CAUTION — When disconnecting and connecting power supply input con - nections, do not reverse connections.
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  • Page 461 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 34 - NAVIGATION AND PITOT STATIC TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 34-00-00 NAVIGATION AND PITOT STATIC 2H17 34-00-00 General 2H17 34-00-00 Description and Operation 2H17 34-00-00 Removal and Replacement of Face...
  • Page 462 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 34 - NAVIGATION AND PITOT STATIC TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 34-20-00 Heading Indicators (Directional Gyros) (Cont) — 34-20-00 Troubleshooting 34-20-00 General 34-20-00 Air Driven Gyros 34-20-00...
  • Page 463 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL NAVIGATION AND PITOT STATIC A. GENERAL —WARNING— It is the user’s responsibility to refer to the applicable vendor publication when servicing or inspecting vendor equipment installed in Piper aircraft, . 1.
  • Page 464 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 3. Gyro Fitting Installation Procedure Use of teflon tape on fitting threads is recommended and should be installed as follows: – CAUTION – Permit no oil, grease, pipe compound or any foreign material to enter ports prior to installation of fittings.
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  • Page 467 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL FLIGHT ENVIRONMENTAL DATA / PITOT STATIC DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Refer to Figure 34-1) The pitot air system consists of a pitot mast on the underside of the left wing with its related plumbing. Impact air pressure entering the pitot is transmitted from the pitot inlet through hose and tubing routed through the wing to airspeed indicator on the instrument panel.
  • Page 468 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 3401. TROUBLESHOOTING VERTICAL SPEED INDICATOR (SHEET 2 OF 2) TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Rate of climb reads when air- Water in static line. Disconnect static lines and blow plane is banked.
  • Page 469 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 3402. TROUBLESHOOTING ALTIMETER (SHEET 2 OF 2) TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Dull or discolored markings. Age. If condition is undesirable, replace instrument. Barometric scale and reference Slippage of mating parts. Replace instrument.
  • Page 470 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 3403. TROUBLESHOOTING PITOT/STATIC TUBES AND AIRSPEED INDICATOR (SHEET 2 OF 2) TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Pointer of instrument oscillates Defective mechanism. Replace instrument. Instrument reads high. Pointer not on zero. Replace instrument Leaking static system.
  • Page 471 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Archer III side panel mounted instrument. (1) Remove pilot’s window close out panel. (2) Disconnect power wire. (3) Remove external sunshield by turning it counterclockwise. Turn by hand only. (4) Unscrew instrument from support bushing.
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  • Page 473 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL ATTITUDE AND DIRECTION A. GYRO INSTRUMENTS 1. General On the Archer II, air and electric attitude gyros are used, per the option package installed. Both are displacement type gyros with free rotors mounted in gimbal assemblies. Consult the A.F. C . S . manufacturer’s service manual if a flight director, or autopilot is coupled to the attitude horizon.
  • Page 474 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL The ADI is essentially an air driven gyroscope rotating in a horizontal plane and is operated by the same principle as the directional gyro. The gyro is driven primarily by the engine driven d r y pneumatic vacuum pump.
  • Page 475 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 3404. TROUBLESHOOTING ATTITUDE DEVIATION INDICATOR (SHEET 2 of 2) Trouble Cause Remedy Instrument does not indicate Instrument not level in panel. Loosen screws and level level flight. i n s t r ument.
  • Page 476 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 3. Troubleshooting Service is restricted to instrument installation and power source. Obvious malfunctions, such as failure to erect or large horizon bar displacement that cannot be corrected by manually caging the instrument, require repair or replacement of instrument.
  • Page 477 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 3. Troubleshooting General Service is restricted to instrument installation and power source. Obvious malfunctions , such as failure to erect or compass card spinning that cannot be corrected by manually caging the instrument, require repair or replacement.
  • Page 478 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL D. MAGNETIC COMPASS 1. General The magnetic compass is a self-contained instrument. The compass card is mounted on two m a gnets, which tend to align themselves with the Earth’s magnetic field, permitting the compass to use Earth’s magnetic north as a reference.
  • Page 479 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 3406. TROUBLESHOOTING MAGNETIC COMPASS (SHEET 1 OF 2) Trouble Cause Remedy Defective light. Burned out lamp or Check lamp or continuity broken circuit. of wiring. Card sticks. Altitude compensating Replace instrument.
  • Page 480 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 10. When satisfied that errors in excess of 10° is fault of the instrument, replace instrument. 11. After installing new instrument, repeat steps 1 through 8. E. TURN INDICATOR 1.
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  • Page 483 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 37 - VACUUM TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 37-00-00 GENERAL 2I16 37-00-00 Description and Operation 2I16 37-00-00 Troubleshooting 2I16 37-10-00 DlSTRIBUTlON 2I20 37-10-00 Vacuum System Service Tips 2I20...
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  • Page 485 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GENERAL —WARNING— It is the user’s responsibility to refer to the applicable vendor publication when servicing or inspecting vendor equipment installed in Piper aircraft, . The air driven gyro instrumentation in both the Archer II and Archer III models gives quick and actual indications of airplane attitude, performance, and condition.
  • Page 486 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 3701. TROUBLESHOOTING VACUUM SYSTEM (SHEET 2 OF 3) TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Normal vacuum reading, but Faulty instrument. Replace instrument. sluggish operation of instru- ments. Dirty or clogged filter or vacuum Replace filter.
  • Page 487 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 3701. TROUBLESHOOTING VACUUM SYSTEM (SHEET 3 OF 3) TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY AUX ON selected on ground Loose or broken wire connections. Tighten all wire connections check and auxiliary vacuum and terminals.
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  • Page 489 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL DISTRIBUTION A. VACUUM SYSTEM SERVICE TIPS —CAUTION— Failure to inspect vacuum system hoses, clamps, and other components periodically for leaks and security, will result in unreliable gyro instrument indications. 1.
  • Page 490 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (3) With engine operating at normal cruise rpm, gauge should read from 4.8 to 5.2 inches of mercury. (4) At 1200 rpm, vacuum gauge reading should be more than four inches of mercury. 3.
  • Page 491 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 1. Removal Of Engine Driven Vacuum Pump Remove top engine cowling. (Refer to chapter 71.) Loosen hose clamp and remove hose from pump fitting. Remove the four retaining nuts, lock washers, and plain washers that secure pump to engine. Remove pump.
  • Page 492 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 1. Auxiliary Vacuum Pump, Engine Off Operational Check —CAUTION— Verify all electrical equipment is off before beginning engine off operational check. —CAUTION— Run auxiliary pump for only a short period of time. Excessive time of operation weakens battery to an unreliable charge level.
  • Page 493 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL —CAUTION— Insulate and secure leads remaining in airplane if a replacement elapsed time indicator is not installed immediately. f. Remove elapsed time indicator. If auxiliary vacuum pump will not be installed now, place protective covers over open end of v a cuum lines, insulate all electrical leads relative to the auxiliary vacuum system, and install top engine cowling.
  • Page 494 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL OVERBOARD FLOW Figure 37-1. Archer II Auxiliary Vacuum Pump Installation 37-10-00 Page 6 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
  • Page 495 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL OVERBOARD FLOW Figure 37-2. Archer III Auxiliary Vacuum Pump Installation 37-10-00 Page 7 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
  • Page 496 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL MOTOR V7A14 RELAY FILTER 373 17 373 19 373 15 373 13 V6A20 PUMP (FRONT VIEW) VAC OFF AUX ON (REAR VIEW) SWITCH V5A20 V4A20 MANIFOLD ETI ASSEMBLY V3C20 V3B20 V1A20 V2A20 V3A20 REGULATOR Figure 37-3.
  • Page 497 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL D. REPLACING PUMP FITTINGS —CAUTION— Do not place pump or motor housing in vise. Hold by hand when removing or tightening fittings. —CAUTION— Do not use pipe tape, thread dope, hydrocarbon oil, or grease, as these could contaminate the pump and cause malfunction.
  • Page 498 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL With engine running at medium rpm, suction gauge should read 5.0 ± 0.2 inches mercury. If read- ing is not within this range, shut down engine and adjust regulator valve (move valve adjustment screw clockwise to increase pressure, and counterclockwise to decrease pressure).
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  • Page 500 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL INDICATING A. VACUUM GAUGE The vacuum gauge is mounted on the right side of the Archer II instrument panel, and on the left side of the Archer III instrument panel. The gauge is calibrated in inches of mercury and reads the amount of vacuum (negative pressure) in the system.
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  • Page 503 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 39 - ELECTRIC/ELECTRONIC PANELS AND MULTI-PURPOSE PARTS TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 39-10-00 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL PANELS 2J12 39-10-00 Removal and Replacement of Face Mounted Instruments 2J12 39-10-00...
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  • Page 505 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL PANELS —WARNING— It is the user’s responsibility to refer to the applicable vendor publication when servicing or inspecting vendor equipment installed in Piper aircraft. A.
  • Page 506 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Remove the instrument cluster as follows: 1. Remove face panel by removing screws from around the panel perimeter. 2. With face panel removed, the clear plastic cover on the cluster assembly will be exposed. Remove cover and cluster by removing six mounting screws.
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  • Page 508 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL MULTIPURPOSE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC PARTS A. ELECTRICAL SWITCHES 1. Archer II The Archer II main electrical switches are rocker type, which are mounted in the middle of the instrument panel.
  • Page 509 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL To Install Overhead Panel Switch(es) (1) With electrical leads extending through switch hole in panel, attach electrical leads with mounting screws to their proper place on back of switch. (2) Position switch in proper location and, while squeezing on lower and upper retaining clip, push in on switch until it “snaps”...
  • Page 510 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 2. Installation Of Circuit Breakers a. Check circuit breaker amperage is correct. b. Connect electrical leads to their proper screws on new breaker and secure. c. From behind instrument panel, insert circuit protector into its proper hole on instrument panel. d.
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  • Page 513 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 51 - STRUCTURES TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 51-00-00 GENERAL 2J22 51-00-00 Description 2J22 51-10-00 STRUCTURAL REPAIRS 2J24 51-10-00 Baggage Compartment Inspection Hole and Cover Plate 2J24 51-10-00...
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  • Page 515 Piper aircraft. DESCRIPTION The PA-28-181, Archer II and Archer II airplanes, are an all metal semi-monocoque structure. The f u s elage is constructed of bulkheads, stringers, and stiffeners, to which all of the outer skin is riveted. The cabin entrance door is on the right side of fuselage above the wing.
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  • Page 517 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL STRUCTURAL REPAIRS Structural repair methods used must be made per regulations in latest revision FAA Advisory Circular 43.13. To aid repair and/or replacement, Figure 51-1 identifies the type and thickness of various skin material used.
  • Page 518 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Cutting the holes. — CAUTION — Baggage compartment flooring is made of 0.025 inch thick aluminum. Use care when cutting through flooring so as not to damage cables and wiring routed below the floor. (1) Drill a 1/4 inch hole inside of, and adjacent to, one of the scribed lines layed out for each hole.
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  • Page 521 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 21.80” FORWARD 14.99” 2.28” R 2.00” R TYP;M 0.120” HOLE THRU N0.8 X 38 CRES TRUSS RECESSED HEAD SHEET METAL SCREWS (16 REQD.) 2.50” COVER (2 REQD) 30° TYP PIPER P/N 62109-0 10.98” 8.48”...
  • Page 522 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Scrape damaged area with a fine blade knife or a power drill with burr attachment to roughen b o ttom and sides of damaged area. Feather edge surrounding scratch or cavity. Do not undercut edge.
  • Page 523 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Thoroughly wet mat and cloth with catalyzed resin. Daub resin to mat, then to cloth. Mat must be placed on structure surface with cloth on top. Use enough fiberglass cloth and mat reinforce- ments to maintain the original surface strength.
  • Page 524 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL C. GENERAL THERMOPLASTIC REPAIRS — WARNING — Common safety precautions must be followed when using the materials and tools for these repairs. Thermoplastic material is used throughout the airplane except for wheel and strut fairings. Check the fol- lowing list of materials and vendors to aid in thermoplastic repairs.
  • Page 525 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 2. Surface scratches, Abrasions or Ground-in-Dirt: (Refer to Figure 51-3.) Shallow scratches and abraded surfaces are repaired using conventional automotive buffing and rubbing compounds —CAUTION— When using a hot air gun, be careful not to overheat the t h e rm oplastic.
  • Page 526 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 51-4. Deep Scratches, Shallow Nicks and Small Holes Figure 51-5. Mixing of Epoxy Patching Compound 51-10-00 Page 10 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
  • Page 527 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL —NOTE— Increase adhesion by roughing bonding surface with sandpaper and by using as much surface area for bond as possible. e. Mix patching compound in equal portions on a hard flat surface (use a figure eight motion). Clean damaged area with perchlorethylene or VM&P naphtha prior to applying compound (figure 51-5).
  • Page 528 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 51-6. Welding Repair Method Figure 51-7. Repairing of Cracks 51-10-00 Page 12 Reissued: July 30, 1994 2K11...
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  • Page 530 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 51-9. Repair of Stress Lines Figure 51-10. Repair of Impacted Damage 51-10-00 Page 14 Reissued: July 30, 1994 2K13...
  • Page 531 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 7. Painting the Repair: —CAUTION— Not all lacquers or enamels can be used on thermoplastics. Some paint solvents will affect and degrade the plastic properties. —CAUTION— Do not use hard, brittle coatings in flexing, impact, or high stress areas.
  • Page 532 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 3. Application of Liquid Safety Walk Compound — NOTE — Apply in an area which is free of moisture for a period of 24 hours minimum after application. —...
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  • Page 535 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 52 - DOORS TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 52-00-00 GENERAL 2K21 52-10-00 PASSENGER / CREW 2K23 52-10-00 Cabin Door 2K23 52-10-00 Removal of Door 2K23 52-10-00 Installation of Door...
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  • Page 537 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GENERAL This chapter gives information on service and replacement procedures of the cabin and baggage doors. THIS SPACE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 52-00-00 Page 1 Reissued: July 30, 1994 2K21...
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  • Page 539 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL PASSENGER/CREW A. CABIN DOOR This airplane has one entrance door on the right side of the fuselage. 1. Removal Of Door Remove clevis bolt, washer and bushing from door holder assembly. Remove cotter pins, clevis pins, and washers from serrated door hinges.
  • Page 540 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 2. Installation Of Door Lock Assembly Install lock in door by turning it sideways and placing it through the opening. Replace nut on back of lock assembly and tighten. Replace door trim upholstery and secure with attachment screws.
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  • Page 542 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 3. Install door snubber as follows: — CAUTION — Do not pre-stretch snubber as this will cause cracks in the snubber. — CAUTION — Check windlace is rolled back and taped to completely expose door jamb and prevent sealant from adhering to windlace.
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  • Page 544 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CARGO A. BAGGAGE DOOR The baggage door is on the right side of the fuselage of wing trailing edge. 1. Removal Of Baggage Door With door open, remove hinge pin from hinge and remove door. 2.
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  • Page 547 CHAPTER STABILIZERS...
  • Page 548 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 55 - STABILIZERS TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 55-00-00 GENERAL 55-20-00 STABlLATOR AND TAB 2L10 55-20-00 Removal of Stabilator 2L10 55-20-00 Installation of Stabilator 2L10 55-20-00 Stabilator Trim Tab...
  • Page 549 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GENERAL This chapter gives information on service and replacement procedures of the stabilizers, and related c o ntrol surfaces and tabs. THIS SPACE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 55-00-00 Page 1 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
  • Page 550 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL STABILATOR AND TAB A. REMOVAL OF STABILATOR (Refer to Figure 55-1.) — CAUTION — Before entering the aft portion of fuselage, attach a stand to the tail skid for support. Use a heavy pad to protect the inside of the fuselage.
  • Page 551 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 4. Connect the ends of the fore and aft trim cables at the turnbuckles within the aft section of fuselage. 5. Remove cable block from trim control cable within fuselage. 6.
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  • Page 555 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL E. BALANCING 1. Balancing Equipment Balancing must be done using a suitable tool capable of measuring unbalance in inch-pounds from the centerline of the control surface hinge pin. See the tool configuration in Figure 55-4. Other tool c o n f i gurations may be used if accuracy is maintained and recalibration capability is provided.
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  • Page 557 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL VERTICAL STABILIZER A. REMOVAL OF VERTICAL FIN 1. Remove screws from upper and lower tail cone fairing, fin tip cover, and fairing at forward base of fin. 2.
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  • Page 559 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL RUDDER AND TAB A. REMOVAL OF RUDDER 1. Remove screws from around upper tail cone fairing assembly and remove fairing. 2. Remove rudder tip by removing attaching screws and disconnect tail position light wire at the quick disconnect at tip of rudder.
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  • Page 562 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CARD 3 OF 4 PA-28-181 ARCHER II ARCHER III PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION (PART NUMBER 761 679 July 30, 1994...
  • Page 563 Published by Technical Publications Piper Aircraft Corporation 2926 Piper Drive Vero Beach, Florida 32960 U.S.A. Member of GAMA General Aviation Manufacturers Association...
  • Page 564 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL INTRODUCTION AEROFICHE EXPLANATION AND REVISION STATUS The Maintenance Manual information incorporated in this set of Aerofiche cards has been arranged in accordance with the general specifications of Aerofiche adopted by the General Aircraft Manufacturer’s Association (GAMA).
  • Page 565 Repair Manual = A.B.S. THERMOPLASTIC LANDING GEAR WHEEL AND STRUT FAIRING REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL - P/N 761 708 Vero Beach Service Sales Department Piper Aircraft Corporation Vero Beach, Florida 32960 DRY AIR PUMPS: Service Information = AIRBORNE DIVISION AIR AND FUEL PRODUCTS Parker Hannifin Corporation 711 Taylor St.
  • Page 566 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL SERIAL NUMBER INFORMATION PA-28-181, ARCHER II - 1976 Serial Numbers 28-7690001 to 28-7690479 inclusive PA-28-181, ARCHER II - 1977 Serial Numbers 28-7790001 to 28-7790607 inclusive PA-28-181, ARCHER II -1978...
  • Page 567 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GAMA SYSTEM/CHAPTER INDEX GUIDE SYST SUB-SYST AEROFICHE CHAP SECTION TITLE GRID NO. AIRWORTHINESS 1A17 TIME LIMITS/MAINT CHECKS 1A21 DIMENSIONS AND AREAS 1B15 LIFTING AND SHORING LEVELING AND WEIGHING TOWING AND TAXIING 1C14 PARKING AND MOORING...
  • Page 568 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GAMA SYSTEM/CHAPTER INDEX GUIDE (CONTD) SYST SUB-SYST AEROFICHE CHAP SECTIONTITLE GRID NO. VACUUM SYSTEM 2I13 ELECTRIC/ELECTRONIC PANELS AND MULTI-PURPOSE PARTS STRUCTURES 2J19 DOORS 2K18 STABILIZERS WINDOWS 3A17 WINGS PROPELLER 3B24...
  • Page 569 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 6-1. Three View - Archer II 1B20 6-2. Three View - Archer III 1B21 6-3. Station References - Archer II 1B22 6-4.
  • Page 570 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (continued) FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 21-13. Compressor and Alternator Belt Installation (Sheet 1 of 2) 21-13. Compressor and Alternator Belt Installation (Sheet 2 of 2) 21-14.
  • Page 571 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (continued) FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 24-17. Checking Chrysler Alternator Field Coil Current Draw 24-18. Testing Chrysler Alternator Field Circuit 24-19. Chrysler Alternator Rectifier End Shield and Stator Assembly 24-20.
  • Page 572 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (continued) FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 24-48. Testing Rotor for Ground (Electrosystems Alternator) 1K23 24-49. Testing Rotor for Shorts (Electrosystems Alternator) 1K23 24-50. Installation of Bearing (Electrosystems Alternator) 1K23 24-51.
  • Page 573 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (continued) FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 28-1. Archer II Fuel System Diagram 2D14 28-2. Archer III Fuel System Diagram (S/N’s 2890006 and up) 2D15 28-3.
  • Page 574 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (continued) FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 51-8. Various Repairs 2K12 51-9. Repair of Stress Lines 2K13 51-10. Repair of Impacted Damage 2K13 52-1. Installation of Door Snubber 52-2.
  • Page 575 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (continued) FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 74-13. Timing Kit Installed 3F12 74-14. Breaker Compartment With Cast Timing Marks 3F12 74-15. Stripping Tool 3F18 74-16. Inserting Stripping Tool 3F18 74-17.
  • Page 576 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF CHARTS FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. Leading Particulars and Principal Dimensions 1B18 1201 Thread Lubricants 1202 Type of Lubricants 2001 Maximum Distance Between Supports for Fluid Tubing 2002 Types of Metal Corrosion 2101...
  • Page 577 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 3202 Nose Gear Alignment Tolerances 2F13 3301 Archer III Annunciator Panel Function Description 2G15 3302 Troubleshooting Archer II Annunciator Panel 2G16 3303 Troubleshooting Archer III Annunciator Panel...
  • Page 578 CHAPTER WINDOWS 3A17...
  • Page 579 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 56 - WINDOWS TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 56-00-00 GENERAL 3A20 56-10-00 FLIGHT COMPARTMENT 3A21 56-10-00 Removal of Windshield 3A21 56-10-00 Installation of Windshield 3A21 56-20-00 CABIN...
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  • Page 581 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GENERAL This chapter gives information on service and replacement procedures of the flight compartment and cabin windows. THIS SPACE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 56-00-00 Page 1 Reissued: July 30, 1994 3A20...
  • Page 582 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL FLIGHT COMPARTMENT A. REMOVAL OF WINDSHIELD — NOTE — A damaged windshield must be saved for a pattern for drilling required holes in new windshield. 1. Remove collar molding from around bottom of windshield and trim strip from between windshield halves by removing attaching screws.
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  • Page 585 Damaged window must be saved to provide a pattern for s h a ping new window. The PA-28-181 airplane is equipped with single pane side windows. Remove windows as follows: 1. Remove retainer molding from around window by removing attachment screws.
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  • Page 588 CHAPTER WINGS...
  • Page 589 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 57 - WINGS TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 57-00-00 GENERAL 57-00-00 Description 57-20-00 AUXILIARY STRUCTURE 57-20-00 Removal of Wing Tip 57-20-00 Repair of Wing Tip 57-20-00 Installation of Wing Tip 57-20-00...
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  • Page 591 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GENERAL This chapter gives removal and installation procedures for wings and related components installed on the ArcherII and Archer III airplanes. DESCRIPTION Each wing panel is an all metal, full cantilever, semi-monocoque type structure with removable tips and access panels.
  • Page 592 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL AUXILIARY STRUCTURE A. REMOVAL OF WING TIP 1. Remove screws holding wing tip to the wing. Do not damage wing or wing tip. The Archer III has a landing light glareshield installed on the wing tip.
  • Page 593 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 5. Install stall strip with two NAS 1738B4-3 blind rivets (Piper p/n 522-883). 6. Repeat steps a through e on the opposite wing. 7. Make appropriate entry in airplane’s logbook or permanent maintainence records. TOP OF LEADING EDGE SKIN (REF.) 10.55 ”...
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  • Page 595 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL ATTACH FITTINGS A. REMOVAL OF WING (Refer to Figure 57-1.) 1. Close fuel valve and drain fuel from wing to be removed. (Refer to Draining Fuel System, Chapter 12.) 2.
  • Page 596 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 57-2. Wing Installation (Sheet 1 of 3) 57-40-00 Page 2 Reissued: July 30, 1994 3B11...
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  • Page 599 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — NOTE — When replacing a wing assembly, verify wing butt clearance is maintained. (Refer to Sketch A, Figure 57-1.) 1. Check fuselage is positioned solidly on support cradle. 2.
  • Page 600 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 20. Check operation of all electrical equipment, and pitot system. 21. Remove airplane from jacks. 2 2 . Install cockpit trim panel assembly, spar box carpet, front and back seats, and wing butt rubber m o l ding.
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  • Page 603 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL FLIGHT SURFACES A. REMOVAL OF AILERON (Refer to Figure 57-2). 1. Disconnect aileron control rod at aileron attachment point by removing nut, washers, and bolt from rod end bearing.
  • Page 604 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 2. Installation Of Wing Flap (Refer to Figure 57-2). Replace wing flap by placing flap onto its proper position and inserting hinge bolts, bushings, washers, and nuts. With flap control in full flap position, place bushing on outboard side of rod end bearing and insert and tighten bolt.
  • Page 605 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 57-3. Aileron and Flap Installation (Sheet 2 of 2) 57-50-00 Page 3 Reissued: July 30, 1994 3B20...
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  • Page 609 CHAPTER PROPELLER 3B24...
  • Page 610 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 61 - PROPELLER TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 61-00-00 GENERAL 61-10-00 PROPELLER ASSEMBLY 61-10-00 Removal of Propeller 61-10-00 Archer II 61-10-00 Archer III (S/N’s 2890206 and up) 61-10-00 Cleaning, Inspection and Repair of Propeller...
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  • Page 612 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GENERAL —WARNING— It is the user’s responsibility to refer to the application vendor publication when servicing or inspecting vendor equipment installed in Piper aircraft . This chapter gives information on the service and replacement procedures of the propeller assembly. THIS SPACE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 61-00-00 Page 1...
  • Page 613 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL PROPELLER ASSEMBLY A. REMOVAL OF PROPELLER 1. Archer II Ensure master and magneto switches are off. Move fuel selector to off position and place mixture control in idle cut-off. Note position of each component to aid installation.
  • Page 614 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL C. INSTALLATION OF PROPELLER 1. Archer II (Refer to Figure 61-2) Ensure magneto switch is OFF. Place generator or alternator drive belt in groove of starter ring gear and position starter gear on flange of crankshaft.
  • Page 615 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 61-2. Archer II Propeller Installation 2. Archer III (S/N’s 2890206 and up) (Refer to Figure 61-3) Ensure magneto switch is OFF. Place alternator drive belt in groove of starter ring gear and position starter gear on flange of crankshaft.
  • Page 616 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Check propeller blade track. (Refer to paragraph D) Safety propeller mounting bolts with MS20995-C41 wire. — NOTE — Boss on spinner bulkhead may be wrapped with 289 789 Teflon tape (up to 4 layers maximum) in order to obtain a snug fit into bore in propeller.
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  • Page 619 CHAPTER STANDARD PRACTICES - ENGINE 3C10...
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  • Page 622 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL STANDARD PRACTICES - ENGINE Use the following suggestions when working on the power plant. To insure proper reinstallation or assembly, tag and mark all parts, clips, and brackets as to location prior to removal or disassembly.
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  • Page 624 CHAPTER POWER PLANT 3C15...
  • Page 625 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 71 - POWER PLANT TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 71-00-00 POWER PLANT 3C18 71-00-00 General 3C18 71-00-00 Description 3C18 71-00-00 Troubleshooting 3C19 71-00-00 Static Rpm Determination 3C24...
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  • Page 627 B DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION Both the PA-28-181 ARCHER II and ARCHER III are powered by an Te x t r o n - Ly c o m i n g engine, of 180 horsepower (Refer to Power Plant Specifications in 6-10-00, Chart 601.) The engine is an 0-360 series, four cylinder, wet sump, horizontally opposed, direct drive, air cooled power plant.
  • Page 628 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL C. TROUBLESHOOTING (FAULT ISOLATION) Troubles peculiar to the power plant are listed in Chart 7101 along with their probable cause and suggested remedies. When troubleshooting the engine, ground the magneto primary circuit before performing any checks on the engine.
  • Page 629 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 7101. ENGINE FAULT ISOLATION (Sheet 2 of 6) Fault Cause Remedy Failure of engine to start. (cont.) Magnetized impulse coupling Demagnetize impulse couplings (left magneto only). Frozen spark plug electrodes.
  • Page 630 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 7101. ENGINE FAULT ISOLATION (Sheet 3 of 6) Fault Cause Remedy Low power and uneven running Mixture too lean; indicated by Check fuel lines for dirt or other engine.
  • Page 631 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 7101. ENGINE FAULT ISOLATION (Sheet 4 of 6) Fault Cause Remedy Failure of engine to develop full Carburetor heat ON or leaking. Select carburetor heart OFF or power.
  • Page 632 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 7101. ENGINE FAULT ISOLATION (Sheet 5 of 6) Fault Cause Remedy High oil temperature. (cont.) Insufficient oil supply. Fill oil sump to proper level. Clogged oil lines or screens. Remove and clean oil screens.
  • Page 633 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 7101. ENGINE FAULT ISOLATION (Sheet 6 of 6) Fault Cause Remedy Excessive oil consumption. Improper grade of oil. Replace with oil conforming to (cont.) specifications. Overpriming. Cold weather.
  • Page 634 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (c) Calibrated Psychrometer. (d) National Weather Service. and RH-30 or Equivalent. (e) Omega Hand Held Hygrometers, Models RH-201 4. Test Procedure. A simplified test procedure is provided to test static rpm under limited conditions. In the event that the test conditions do not fall within the limits of Chart 7103 , proceed to the expanded test proce- dure.
  • Page 635 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL perature into the wind, left crosswind, downwind, and right crosswind. Average the four test static rpm values. With OAT and relative humidity, read static rpm from Figure 71-1. With the oil temperature and OAT, read delta rpm from Figure 71-2.
  • Page 636 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL STATIC RPM WORKSHEET Aircraft Model: _____________________ Aircraft S/N: _____________________ Date: _____________________ OAT: _____________________ Relative Humidity (Temp ) (Dew PT ___________________% Wind above 10 Knots Tested Static RPM: Average Oil Temp: Rpm:...
  • Page 637 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL PA-28-181 2420 HUMIDITY EFFECTS EXAMPLE: 0% Rel. Humidity O.A.T.: REL. HUMIDITY: 90 2380 STATIC RPM: 2347 20% Rel. Humidity 2340 40% Rel. Humidity 2300 60% Rel. Humidity 2260 80% Rel.
  • Page 638 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHANGE IN STATIC RPM ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE PA-28-181 EXAMPLE: O.A.T.: ENG. OIL.TEMP.: CHANGE IN RPM: ENGINE OIL TEMP - DEG. F Figure 71-2. Change in Static Rpm Vs. Engine Oil Temperature...
  • Page 639 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL PSYCHROMETRIC CHART STANDARD SEA LEVEL BAROMETRIC PRESSURE EXAMPLE: O.A.T. (Dry Bulb): 75.5 Wet Bulb: 62.5 Dew Point: Rel. Humidity: Dew Point Line Figure 71-3. Psychrometric Chart 71-00-00 Page 13 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
  • Page 640 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 7103. STATIC RPM WITH 76EM8S5-0-62 OR 76EM8S14-0-62 PROPELLERS BASELINE RPM (TYP) DEW POINT (TYP) TEMP 40 2240 2240 2240 2240 2250 2250 2250 2250 2250 50 2240 2250 2250 2250...
  • Page 641 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 6. Disconnect cabin heat and defroster tubes from muffler. 7. Disconnect primer line at tee connection. 8. Disconnect throttle and mixture cables at carburetor and carburetor heat control. Remove carburetor if necessary.
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  • Page 644 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 17. Connect battery ground wire at battery. 18. Open throttle and fuel valve completely. Turn on electric fuel pump and check fuel line for leaks. 19. Install engine cowlings and remove tail stand. —...
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  • Page 647 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL COWLING MAINTENANCE OF COWLING A. Removal of Cowling 1. Archer II. (Refer to Figure 7l-6.) Release fasteners, two on each side and two at top of cowling. Lift aft end of top cowling and slide it forward to release two stud type front fasteners.
  • Page 648 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 71-6. Archer II Cowling 1. LOWER COWL ASSEMBLY 2. RIGHT AIR INLET 3. UPPER COWL ASSEMBLY 4. OIL FILLER DOOR 5. COWL STUDS - LEFT AND RIGHT 6 EACH SIDE 6.
  • Page 649 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL B. Cleaning, Inspection and Repair of Cowling. 1. Clean cowling with suitable cleaning solvent and wipe dry with clean cloth. 2. Inspect cowling for dents, cracks, loose rivets, elongated holes, and damaged or missing fasteners. 3.
  • Page 650 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Check that all screws and studs are tight. Install nose strut fairing. (1) Locate aft section of fairing in proper position and secure with 4 screws. (2) Locate forward section of fairing in proper position so that it overlaps aft section. (3) Install remaining five screws securing fairing to cowl.
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  • Page 653 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIR INTAKES CARBURETOR ICE DETECTOR - ARCHER II (Refer to Figure 71-8) 1 . G e n e r a l The optional carburetor ice detection system, available only on the PA-28-l8l, Archer II, utilizes an optical probe installed in carburetor throat just upstream of throttle valve.
  • Page 654 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Adjust sensitivity knob until red light (ice light) goes OUT. This is critical setting. Turn ice detection system OFF, then ON. Red light must flash ON, then OFF, indicating all com- ponents are operating normally.
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  • Page 658 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 73 - ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 73-00-00 GENERAL 73-10-00 DISTRIBUTION 73-10 00 Carburetor Maintenance 73-10-00 Throttle Arm 73-10-00 Adjustment of Idle Mixture 73-10-00 Adjustment of Idle Speed...
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  • Page 660 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GENERAL This chapter gives information on service and replacement procedures of the Archer II and Archer III engine fuel system. — WARNING — It is the user’s responsibility to refer to the applicable vendor publication when servicing or inspecting vendor equipment installed in Piper aircraft, .
  • Page 661 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL DISTRIBUTION A. CARBURETOR MAINTENANCE In general, little attention is required between carburetor overhauls. Check the following at engine i n s p e ction. 1. Check tightness and safety of all nuts and screws which fasten carburetor to engine. 2.
  • Page 662 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 73-1. Carburetor D. ADJUSTMENT OF IDLE SPEED (Refer to Figure 73-1) — NOTE — One complete revolution of idle screw gives a variation of approximately 100 rpm idling speed E.
  • Page 663 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (3) Install new O-rings to piston and lubricate with light motor oil. (4) Install balls, springs, and screws to cylinder housing. (5) Insert pump handle and piston into cylinder, and finger tighten knurled face nut. (6) Immerse pump in gasoline and operate several times to ensure proper operation.
  • Page 664 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP SOLENOID VALVE FIREWALL TO ENGINE DRIVEN FUEL PUMP INJECTOR NOZZLE INJECTOR NOZZLE INJECTOR NOZZLE AIR INDUCTION TUBE Figure 73-3. Archer III Fuel Primer System 73-10-00 Page 4 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
  • Page 665 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 2. To clean jet, soak in carbon remover solution long enough to loosen any dirt and blow clean with air pressure. Do not use sharp objects or wire brush to clean jet tube. Install jet finger tight so threads are not crossed and tighten to a torque of 60 inch-pounds.
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  • Page 667 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CONTROLLING ADJUSTMENT OF THROTTLE AND MIXTURE CONTROLS (Refer to Figure 73-3.) Throttle and mixture controls on both the Archer II and Archer III are adjusted so that, when the throttle arm on carburetor is rotated forward against its full throttle stop, and the mixture control is rotated forward against its full rich stop, the cockpit control levers of throttle and mixture must have an 0.010 to 0.030 inch spring back in the forward position.
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  • Page 670 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 7301. TROUBLESHOOTING FUEL PRESSURE GAUGE (SHEET 2 OF 2) TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY High fuel pressure with engine Fuel in line expanding due t o Normal. shut off right after flight. heat build-up in cowling.
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  • Page 676 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GENERAL — WARNING — It is the user’s responsibility to refer to the applicable vendor publication when servicing or inspecting vendor equipment installed in Piper aircraft, . This chapter gives information on service and replacement procedures of the ignition system.
  • Page 677 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 7401. TROUBLESHOOTING ARCHER II MAGNETOS (SHEET 2 OF 2) TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine does not start. (cont.) Shorted ignition switch or loose Check and replace or repair. ground.
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  • Page 679 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY ARCHER II A. Slick Magnetos — WARNING — Verify primary circuit of the engine is grounded before engine work. — CAUTION — Magneto service instructions in this manual cover minor repairs and timing.
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  • Page 681 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Inspect points for discoloring and pitting. If these conditions are evident, replace both c o ndenser and points. — CAUTION — Point opening for these magnetos is critical When setting breaker points, stay within specified 0.008-0.010 inch tolerance.
  • Page 682 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — CAUTION — Impulse coupling magneto can only be used on the left side of engine (viewed from the rear). Remove bottom vent plug from magneto. Hold number one lead wire spring 0.062 to 0.125 inch from magneto frame. Turn impulse coupling or gear one click at a time until a strong spark jumps between spring and magneto frame.
  • Page 683 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — CAUTION — The slick T-100 assembly and timing kit is strongly r e c o mmended. The tools in this kit will greatly aid magne - to disassembly/assembly and help prevent damage to parts.
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  • Page 685 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Cleaning And Inspection Of Magnetos Inspect internal and external threads of all threaded hardware. Damaged or worn parts must be replaced. Inspect bearing plate for excessive wear and damage. (Maximum bearing bore inside diame- ter (id) is 1.5752 inch.) Check rotor for damaged or worn key way.
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  • Page 687 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Using rotor and frame assembling plug (T-102), turn T-screw down until plate bottoms in frame. (Refer to Figure 74-5.) Install bearing plate clamp on bearing plate, install screw, and lock washer.
  • Page 688 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 74-6. Magneto Oil Seal Installation on T-100 Figure 74-7. Magneto Internal Timing 74-10-00 Page 10 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
  • Page 689 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 4200 Series Magnetos Internal Timing Procedure When installing new or adjusting breaker points and before timing magneto to engine, internal timing of magneto must be correct. Find number one tower, as follows: —...
  • Page 690 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL F. Bendix Magneto — CAUTION — Magneto service instructions in this manual cover minor repairs and timing. For further repairs and adjustments of magnetos, follow manufacturer’s service instructions. —...
  • Page 691 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 74-9. Contact Spring Inspection 74-10. Impulse Coupling Look for frayed insulation or broken wire strands in leads in back of magneto. Make sure t e rminals are secure. Make sure wires are in proper position. Inspect capacitor visually.
  • Page 692 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Removal Of Magneto — WARNING — Magneto is not internally grounded. When ground lead is dis - connected, magneto is hot. Removing harness assembly terminal plate first and installing them last, minimizes danger of starting engine accidentally when ground lead is removed from magneto.
  • Page 693 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — CAUTION — If cam screw is removed, replace flat washer, lock washer, and screw. Tighten to a torque of 25 inch-pounds. With internal timing checked, time magneto to engine. Figure 74-11.
  • Page 694 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Installation and Timing Magneto to Engine Procedure — CAUTION — Do not rotate crankshaft more than 10 degrees in direction opposite normal rotation as pawl on impulse coupling will engage stop pin and late timing will be indicated through impulse coupling mechanism.
  • Page 695 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Remove inspection plug, depress pawl on impulse coupling shaft, and turn impulse on left magneto until white beveled tooth (or middle tooth, if timing gear has three beveled teeth) aligns with the timing pointer.
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  • Page 701 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Harness Assembly Instructions Cut a piece of harness wire to length required. Do not stretch wire when measuring it. On magneto end, make a final mark 0.75 inch (0.562 for Bendix magneto) from wire end. A 0.937 inch mark must be made from spark plug end of wire.
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  • Page 703 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 5. Installation Of Harness Before installing harness on magneto, check mating surfaces for cleanliness. a. Place harness terminal plate on magneto and tighten nuts around plate alternately to seat cover squarely on magneto.
  • Page 704 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Loosen coupling nut on harness lead and remove terminal insulator from spark plug barrel well. —CAUTION— Due to greater torque value requirements, torque wrenches should not be used to remove spark plug.. —...
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  • Page 707 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWITCHING IGNITION AND STARTER SWITCH(ES) 1. Removal of Ignition / Starter Switch. Archer II (1) Make sure ignition switch is in OFF position. (2) Gain access to and disconnect power lead from battery. (3) Remove retaining nut from switch and pull switch from back of instrument panel.
  • Page 708 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Archer III — Removal of Magneto Switch(es) (Refer to Figure 74-31) (1) Check that ignition switch is in OFF position. (2) Disconnect (pull) STARTER & ACC. circuit breaker. (3) Disconnect positive cable from battery.
  • Page 709 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 2. Installation of Ignition and Starter Switch Archer II (1) Connect wires to ignition switch as shown in Figure 74-29. (2) Check for proper operation of ignition switch as follows: (a) Remove P lead from right magneto.
  • Page 710 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL (c) Attach P lead to ohmmeter and ground to airframe. ( d ) With right magneto switch OFF, and left magneto switch ON, the ohmmeter must i n d icate a closed circuit. (e) With start switch ON, the ohmmeter must indicate a closed circuit.
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  • Page 718 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL TEMPERATURE EXHAUST GAS TEMPERATURE GAUGE (Alcor) General This instrument, known as EGT, is used to aid pilot in selecting an economical fuel-air mixture for cruising flight at a power setting of 75 percent or less, and to adjust mixture setting at altitudes above 5,000 feet.
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  • Page 731 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL DISTRIBUTION A. OIL COOLER B. INSTALLATION OF OIL COOLER 1. Do not apply excessive torque to oil cooler when installing cooler fittings. If rectangular fitting boss is used, use a backup wrench with a scissors motion, so no load is transmitted to cooler.
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  • Page 733 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL INDICATING A. ARCHER II Oil pressure is sensed by a Bourdon tube installed as an intricate part of the oil pressure instrument. The oil pressure annunciator (OIL) light is activated by an electrical sensor installed under the instrument panel. Oil temperature is sensed by a sensor installed in the oil screen assembly on engine accessory section.
  • Page 734 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 2. Removal of Oil Pressure Switch Gain access to the switch from under the pilot’s (left) instrument panel. Disconnect electrical connector. — NOTE — There will be some residual oil in the line leading to the sender and switch.
  • Page 735 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 7901. TROUBLESHOOTING ARCHER II ENGINE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Excessive error at zero. Pointer loose on shaft. Replace instrument. Over pressure or seasoning of Replace instrument.
  • Page 736 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL 2. Archer III Oil Pressure Gauge The oil pressure gauge is mounted in the cluster on the instrument panel, and reads the amount of oil pressure available at the pressurized oil passage. The cluster consists of the fuel pressure gauge and the oil temperature gauge, along with the oil pressure gauge, mounted in a common circular instrument head.
  • Page 737 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 7904. TROUBLESHOOTING ARCHER III ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE GAUGE TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Instrument fails to read. Broken or damaged sensor. Check engine unit. Open wire. Check wiring to instrument. Excessive scale error.
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  • Page 740 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 80 - STARTING TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 80-00-00 GENERAL 3H13 80-00-00 Description and Operation 3H13 80-00-00 Troubleshooting 3H14 80-10-00 CRANKING 3H18 80-10-00 Maintenance of Starting System 3H18...
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  • Page 742 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GENERAL — WARNING — It is the user’s responsibility to refer to the applicable vendor publication when servicing or inspecting vendor equipment installed in Piper aircraft, . This chapter gives information on service and replacement procedures of the starting system.
  • Page 743 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 80-1. Exploded view if Gear Reduction Starting Motor B. TROUBLESHOTING CHART 8001. TROUBLESHOOTING STARTER (1 OF 3) TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Motor fails to operate. Low battery charge. Check and recharge if necessary.
  • Page 744 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 8001. TROUBLESHOOTING STARTER (2 OF 3) TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Motor fails to operate. (contd) Binding, worn, or improperly Brushes must be a free fit in the seated brush, or brushes with brush boxes without excessive excessive side play.
  • Page 745 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 8001. TROUBLESHOOTING STARTER (3 OF 3) TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Low motor and cranking speed. Worn, rough, or improperly lubri- Disassemble, clean, inspect, and cated motor or starter gearing. lubricate.
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  • Page 747 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CRANKING A. MAINTENANCE OF STARTING SYSTEM The starting system installation requires inspection each 50 hour inspection interval or every 30 days whichever occurs first. The battery must be checked with a hydrometer to be sure it is fully charged and filled to proper level with approved water.
  • Page 748 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL C. REMOVAL OF STARTING MOTOR Disconnect ground cable from battery post to prevent a short circuit. Disconnect lead from starting motor terminal. Remove mounting bolts. Remove motor. D.
  • Page 749 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 80-4. Testing Motor Field for Grounds E BRUSHES Check brushes slide freely in their holders and make full contact on commutator. If worn one quarter inch or less, they must be replaced. F.
  • Page 750 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL H. BRUSH HOLDERS To test brush holders, touch one test probe to brush plate and the other to each brush holder. Test lamp must light when grounded brush holders are touched and must not light when insulated brush holders are touched.
  • Page 751 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 80-5. No-Load Test Hookup Figure 80-6. Stall-Torque Hookup M. STARTING MOTOR CONTROL CIRCUIT Inspect control circuit between battery, solenoid, and manual starting switches for breaks, poor connections and faulty insulation.
  • Page 752 PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL N. STARTING MOTOR SERVICE TEST SPECIFICATIONS Prestolite specifications for 12 or 24 volt starting motors installed as standard equipment on PA-28-181 series aircraft are as follows: CHART 8002. STARTING MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS...
  • Page 753 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL — CAUTION — Care should be exercised when ships battery is depleted. If the battery switch is positioned ON, the external power supply can be reduced to the level of the airplane’s battery. Position battery master switch OFF.
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  • Page 756 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 91 -CHARTS AND WIRING DIAGRAMS TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. EFFECTIVITY 91-l0- 00 TORQUE REQUIREMENTS 91-10-00 Flare Fitting Torques 91-l0-00 Recommended Nut Torques 91-10-00 DECIMAL CONVERSIONS 91-10-00...
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  • Page 758 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL TORQUE REQUIREMENTS Torque values given in chart 9l02 are derived from oil-free cadmium-platcd threads and are recommended for all airframe installation procedures where torquing is rcquired (unless otherwise noted in sections where other values are stipulated).
  • Page 759 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 9102. RECOMMENDED NUT TORQUES (Sheet 1 of 2) T O R Q U E S : The importance of correct application can not be overemphasized. CHART B Undertorque can result in unnecessary wear of nuts and bolts as well as the parts they are holding together.
  • Page 760 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 9102 RECOMMENDED NUT TORQUES (Sheet 2 of 2) FINE THREAD SERIES BOLTS BOLTS BOLTS Steel Tension Steel Tension Aluminum AN 3 THRU AN 20 MS 20004 THRU MS 20024 AN 3DD THRU AN 20DD AN 42 THRU AN 49 NAS 144 THRU NAS 158...
  • Page 761 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 9103. DECIMAL CONVERSION TO 3 TO 3 TO 2 M.M. TO 2 M.M. PLACES PLACES PLACES EQUIV PLACES EQUIV 8ths 4ths 16ths 32nds 64ths 4ths 8ths 16ths 32nds 64ths...
  • Page 762 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 9104. TORQUE CONVERSIONS TO METRIC (Sheet 1 of 2) INCH POUNDS TO CENTIMETER KILOGRAMS (cmkg.) 5 in.-lbs. 5.76 cmkg. 45 in.-lbs. 51.84 cmkg. 85 in.-lbs. 97.92 cmkg. 10 in.-lbs.
  • Page 763 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 9104. TORQUE CONVERSIONS TO METRIC (Sheet 2 of 2) (mkg.) METER KILOGRAMS TO FOOT-POUNDS 1 mkg. 7.23 ft.-lbs. 8 mkg. 57.86 ft.-lbs. 15 mkg. 108.49 ft.-lbs. 2 mkg.
  • Page 764 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHARFT 9106. METRIC CONVERSION TABLES (Sheet 1 of 3) MULTIPLY TO OBTAIN MULTIPLY TO OBTAIN CENTIMETERS 0.3937 KILOGRAMS 2.205 0.03281 35.27 1000 GRAMS CU. CENTIMETERS 0.001 LITERS 0.06102 CU.
  • Page 765 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHARFT 9106. METRIC CONVERSION TABLES (Sheet 2 of 3) CENTIGRADE - FAHRENHEIT CONVERSION TABLE Example: To convert 20°C, to Fahrenheit, find 20 in the center column headed (°F - °C);...
  • Page 766 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHARFT 9106. METRIC CONVERSION TABLES (Sheet 3 of 3) INCHES TO MILLIMETER INCHES 0.0000 0.0001 0.0002 0.0003 0.0004 0.0005 0.0006 0.0007 0.0008 0.0009 MILLIMETER 0.000 0.0025 0.0050 0.0076 0.0101 0.0127...
  • Page 767 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 9107. DECIMAL/MILLIMETERS EQUIVALENTS OF DRILL SIZES Decimal/Millimeter Equivalents of Drill Sizes From 1/2” to No. 80 Size Decimal Millimeter Size Decimal Millimeter Size Decimal Millimeter Size Decimal Millimeter Equiv.
  • Page 768 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL SPECIAL TOOLS The following is a list of special tools which are helpful in performing certain mechanical procedures. A picture and description of each tool is found in the chapter listed next to the tool. TIRE BALANCER FIXTURE Chapter l2 AILERON AND FLAP RIGGING TOOL...
  • Page 769 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL INSPECTION OF FLEXIBLE HOSES NOTE During the manufacturing process, a condition known as “rubber strike-through” occasionally occurs. This condition is such that rubber material protrudes through the wire braid cover.
  • Page 770 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 9109. HOSE SPECIFICATIONS SINGLE WIRE BRAID FABRIC COVERED TUBE HOSE HOSE RECOMM SIZE SIZE SIZE OPER. BURST PROOF BEND PART NO. O.D. I.D. O.D. PRESS PRESS PRESS RADIUS MIL-H-8794- 3-L...
  • Page 771 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 9110. CONSUMABLE MATERIALS (Sheet 1 of 9) MATERIAL SPECIFICATION PRODUCT VENDOR ABS-Solvent / Cements Solarite, #11 Series Solar Compounds Corp. Adhesive EC 801 Minnesota Mining and EC 807 M a n u f a c t u r i n g EC 1357...
  • Page 772 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 9110. CONSUMABLE MATERIALS (Sheet 2 of 9) MATERIAL SPECIFICATION PRODUCT VENDOR Solarite #400 Solar Compounds Corp. E p o x y P a t c h i n g C o m p o u n d Gasket Cement Permatex No.
  • Page 773 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 9110. CONSUMABLE MATERIALS (Sheet 3 of 9) MATERIAL SPECIFICATION PRODUCT VENDOR Grease Ball and Roller MIL-G-18709 Regal ASB-2 Formula Texaco Incorporated Bearing TG-10293 Andok B Exxon Company, U.S.A. Code 1-20481, Darina Shell Oil Company Grease 1 XSG-6213...
  • Page 774 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 9110. CONSUMABLE MATERIALS (Sheet 4 of 9) MATERIAL SPECIFICATION PRODUCT VENDOR Grease, Aircraft General MIL-G-7711 Regal AFB2 Regal Texaco Incorporated Purpose Starfak Premium PED 3040 Standard Oil of Calif. Aeroshell Grease 6 Shell Oil Company Royco II...
  • Page 775 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 9110. CONSUMABLE MATERIALS (Sheet 5 of 9) MATERIAL SPECIFICATION PRODUCT VENDOR Hydraulic Fluid (cont.) MIL-H-5606 Aircraft Hydraulic Oil Texaco Incorporated RPM Aviation Oil Standard Oil Company No.
  • Page 776 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 9110. CONSUMABLE MATERIALS (Sheet 6 of 9) MATERIAL SPECIFICATION PRODUCT VENDOR Oil, Air Conditioner Frigidaire #525 Virginia Chemical Suniso #5 Sun Oil Company of Pennsylvania Texaco Capilla “E” Texaco Incorporated Retro-Fix PAG 21941 Climate Control...
  • Page 777 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 9110. CONSUMABLE MATERIALS (Sheet 7 of 9) MATERIAL SPECIFICATION PRODUCT VENDOR Sealant, Fuel Ta n k PR 1321-B 1/2, Access Products Research Sealing (cont.) Panel Sealant Company PR 1560 MK, P r i m e r ( A n t i - B a c t e r i o l o g i c a l...
  • Page 778 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 9110. CONSUMABLE MATERIALS (Sheet 8 of 9) MATERIAL SPECIFICATION PRODUCT VENDOR Silicone Compound MIL-S-8660 DC-4, DC-6 Compound Dow Corning (MIL-C-21567) G-624 General Electric Co. Silicone Products De- partment Solvents Methylethyl Ketone...
  • Page 779 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 9110. CONSUMABLE MATERIALS (Sheet 9 of 9) MATERIAL SPECIFICATION PRODUCT VENDOR Vinyl Foam 1 in. x 1/8 in. 530 Series, Type I Norton Tape Division Vinyl, Foam Tape 1/8 in.
  • Page 780 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 9111 VENDER INFORMATION (SHEET 2 OF 3) Dukes Astronautics Co. Holt Lloyd Corp. Mirror Bright Polish Co., Inc. 7866 Deering Avenue 4647 Hugh Howell Rd. Irvine Industrial Complex Canoga Park, CA 91304 Tucker, GA 30084 P.O.
  • Page 781 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 9111 VENDER INFORMATION (SHEET 3 OF 3) Ram Chemicals Sun Oil Company of Penna. 201 E. Alondra Blvd. Penn Center Plaza Wooster Products, Inc. Gardena, CA 90248 Philadelphia, PA 19103 1000 Spruce Street 213-321-0710...
  • Page 782 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 9112. ELECTRICAL WIRING CODING CIRCUIT FUNCTION LETTER WIRE NUMBER WIRE SEGMENT LETTER WIRE GAUGE CIRCUIT FUNTION CIRCUITS LETTER AUTOPILOT CONTROL SURFACE FLIGHT INSTRUMENT LANDING GEAR HEATER - VENTILATING & DEICING LIGHTING POWER FUEL, OIL &...
  • Page 783 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 9113. ELECTRICAL SYMBOLS (SHEET 1 OF 2) AIRCRAFT LOCATION SYMBOLS BATTERIES ADJUSTABILITY GENERAL GENERAL MULTICELL FUSELAGE STATION WATER LINE BUTT LINE CABLES AND CONDUCTORS SHIELDED SHIELDED TWO COAXIAL SHIELDED SINGLE TWISTED TWISTED CABLE...
  • Page 784 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHART 9113. ELECTRICAL SYMBOLS (SHEET 2 OF 2) MOMENTARY OR PUSH BUTTON CONTACT SWITCH ASSEMBLIES SPRING RETURN BASIC (MAKE) (BREAK) CLOSED OPEN TRANSFER CIRCUIT CIRCUIT CONTACT CONTACT CIRCUIT CLOSING OPENING LOCKING AND NON-LOCKING MOMENTARY OR...
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  • Page 786 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CARD 4 OF 4 PA-28-181 ARCHER II ARCHER III PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION (PART NUMBER 761 679 July 30, 1994...
  • Page 787 Published by Technical Publications Piper Aircraft Corporation 2926 Piper Drive Vero Beach, Florida 32960 U.S.A. Member of GAMA General Aviation Manufacturers Association...
  • Page 788 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL INTRODUCTION AEROFICHE EXPLANATION AND REVISION STATUS The Maintenance Manual information incorporated in this set of Aerofiche cards has been arranged in accordance with the general specifications of Aerofiche adopted by the General Aircraft Manufacturer’s Association (GAMA).
  • Page 789 Repair Manual = A.B.S. THERMOPLASTIC LANDING GEAR WHEEL AND STRUT FAIRING REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL - P/N 761 708 Vero Beach Service Sales Department Piper Aircraft Corporation Vero Beach, Florida 32960 DRY AIR PUMPS: Service Information = AIRBORNE DIVISION AIR AND FUEL PRODUCTS Parker Hannifin Corporation 711 Taylor St.
  • Page 790 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL SERIAL NUMBER INFORMATION PA-28-181, ARCHER II - 1976 Serial Numbers 28-7690001 to 28-7690479 inclusive PA-28-181, ARCHER II - 1977 Serial Numbers 28-7790001 to 28-7790607 inclusive PA-28-181, ARCHER II -1978...
  • Page 791 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GAMA SYSTEM/CHAPTER INDEX GUIDE SYST SUB-SYST AEROFICHE CHAP SECTION TITLE GRID NO. AIRWORTHINESS 1A17 TIME LIMITS/MAINT CHECKS 1A21 DIMENSIONS AND AREAS 1B15 LIFTING AND SHORING LEVELING AND WEIGHING TOWING AND TAXIING 1C14 PARKING AND MOORING...
  • Page 792 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL GAMA SYSTEM/CHAPTER INDEX GUIDE (CONTD) SYST SUB-SYST AEROFICHE CHAP SECTIONTITLE GRID NO. VACUUM SYSTEM 2I13 ELECTRIC/ELECTRONIC PANELS AND MULTI-PURPOSE PARTS STRUCTURES 2J19 DOORS 2K18 STABILIZERS WINDOWS 3A17 WINGS PROPELLER 3B24...

  • Page 793: Three View - Archer Iii 1B21

    PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 6-1. Three View - Archer II 1B20 6-2. Three View - Archer III 1B21 6-3. Station References - Archer II 1B22 6-4.
  • Page 794 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (continued) FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 21-13. Compressor and Alternator Belt Installation (Sheet 1 of 2) 21-13. Compressor and Alternator Belt Installation (Sheet 2 of 2) 21-14.

  • Page 795: Checking Chrysler Alternator Field Coil Current Draw 1K5 Testing Chrysler Alternator Field Circuit 1K6 Chrysler Alternator Rectifier End Shield And Stator Assembly 1K7

    PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (continued) FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 24-17. Checking Chrysler Alternator Field Coil Current Draw 24-18. Testing Chrysler Alternator Field Circuit 24-19. Chrysler Alternator Rectifier End Shield and Stator Assembly 24-20.
  • Page 796 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (continued) FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 24-48. Testing Rotor for Ground (Electrosystems Alternator) 1K23 24-49. Testing Rotor for Shorts (Electrosystems Alternator) 1K23 24-50. Installation of Bearing (Electrosystems Alternator) 1K23 24-51.

  • Page 797: Archer Iii Fuel System Diagram (S/N's 2890006 And Up) 2D15

    PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (continued) FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 28-1. Archer II Fuel System Diagram 2D14 28-2. Archer III Fuel System Diagram (S/N’s 2890006 and up) 2D15 28-3.
  • Page 798 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (continued) FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 51-8. Various Repairs 2K12 51-9. Repair of Stress Lines 2K13 51-10. Repair of Impacted Damage 2K13 52-1. Installation of Door Snubber 52-2.

  • Page 799: Timing Kit Installed 3F12

    PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (continued) FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 74-13. Timing Kit Installed 3F12 74-14. Breaker Compartment With Cast Timing Marks 3F12 74-15. Stripping Tool 3F18 74-16. Inserting Stripping Tool 3F18 74-17.
  • Page 800 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF CHARTS FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. Leading Particulars and Principal Dimensions 1B18 1201 Thread Lubricants 1202 Type of Lubricants 2001 Maximum Distance Between Supports for Fluid Tubing 2002 Types of Metal Corrosion 2101...
  • Page 801 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS FIGURE NO. SUBJECT GRID NO. 3202 Nose Gear Alignment Tolerances 2F13 3301 Archer III Annunciator Panel Function Description 2G15 3302 Troubleshooting Archer II Annunciator Panel 2G16 3303 Troubleshooting Archer III Annunciator Panel...
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    PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHAPTER 91 -CHARTS AND WIRING DIAGRAMS - Cont. TABLE OF CONTENTS/EFFECTIVITY CHAPTER SECTION SUBJECT GRID NO. FIGURE NO. CHARTS Refer to Card 3 For All Charts WIRING DIAGRAMS 91-20-00 ANNUNCIATOR SYSTEMS 91-20-01...
  • Page 810 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 91-1. Annunciator (S/N’s 28-7690001 thru 28-7690467) 91-20-01 Page 1 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
  • Page 811 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL ANNUNCIATOR PANEL SEE DIAGRAM BELOW 5 AMP OIL PRESSURE VACUUM SENSOR SWITCH SENSOR SWITCH OPTIONAL ON ANNUNCIATOR BOX S/N S 2890167 THRU INTERNAL WIRING 2890205 VOLTAGE MONITOR 50 ‰ 6.5W MASTER SOLENOID TO ALTERNATOR...
  • Page 812 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL ANNUNCIATOR PANEL 5 AMP ANNUNCIATOR PANEL 4 5 6 10 9 8 7 1 2 3 14 13 12 11 10 6 1 2 5 3 4 9 7 8 14 15 16 11 12 13...
  • Page 813 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL ANNUNCIATOR LIGHT ASSEMBLY 6 1 2 10 5 3 4 9 7 8 14 16 11 12 13 14 13 12 11 4 5 6 10 7 8 9 1 2 3 IN2071A DIODES - 15 REQ’D...
  • Page 814 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL ANNNUNCIATOR BOX ASSEMBLY PIN X2 ANNNUNCIATOR BOX ASSEMBLY (CONT.) PIN X2 Figure 91-3. Annunciator (S/N’s 2890206 and up) (Sheet 3 of 3) 91-20-03 Page 5 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
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  • Page 817 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL STARTER ACCESSORY Figure 91-4. Cigar Lighter (S/N’s 28-7690001 thru 28-8690056 and 2890001 thru 2890205) H1A 18 STARTER ACCESSORY CIGAR LIGHTER Figure 91-5. Cigar Lighter (S/N’s 2890206 and up) 91-22-01 Page 8 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
  • Page 818 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 91-6. Pitot Heat (S/N’s 28-7690001 thru 28-8690056 and 2890001 thru 2890205 PITOT HEAT ANNUNCIATOR PANEL (REF.) 7 1/2 A PITOT HEAT OFF/INOP PITOT HEAT SWITCH DN20A 20 D19B 20 TO P1- H3A 18...
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  • Page 820 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 91-8. Alternator System and External Power (S/N’s 28-769000l to 8l90318) 91-26-01 Page 11 Reissued: July 30, 1994 4B11...
  • Page 821 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 91-9. Alternator System and External Power ( S/N’s 28-829000l to 8290l78) 91-26-01 Page 12 Reissued: July 30, 1994 4B12...
  • Page 822 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 91-10. Alternator System and External Power ( S/N’s 28-839000l thru 28-8690056 and 2890001 thru 2890205) 91-26-01 Page 13 Reissued: July 30, 1994 4B13...
  • Page 823 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL ALTERNATOR FIELD ELECTRICAL BUS 50 mv 100A SHUNT FUSE ASSEMBLY ANNUN ALTERNATOR P2 R2 SWITCH W2B 20 W2A 20 AMMETER P3D 4 5 9 B 1 1/4 A P AMM 1 4 3 5...
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  • Page 826 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 91-12. Avionics Master (Optional) Figure 91-12. Avionics Master (Optional) S/N’s 28-8090001 thru 28-82900l78 S/N’s 28-839000l thru 28-8690056 and (Sheet 1 of 3) 2890001 thru 2890205 (Sheet 2 of 3) AVIONICS BUS ELECTRICAL BUS...
  • Page 827 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 91-13. Starter - S/Ns S/N’s 28-769000l to 28-8l90318 (Sheet 1 of 2) THIS SPACE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 91-28-01 Page 18 Reissued: July 30, 1994 4B18...
  • Page 828 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 91-13. Starter - S/N’s 28-829000l thru 28-8690056 and 2890001 thru 2890205 (Sheet 2 of 2) THIS SPACE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 91-28-01 Page 19 Reissued: July 30, 1994 4B19...
  • Page 829 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL BATTERY STARTER FEEDER & ACC. ELECTRICAL BU S 70 A 10 A 8 R9 8 R4 STARTER STARTER SWITCH ANNUNCIATOR STE1 20 PANEL 9 P4 R1 P1 R9 P9 BATTERY K1E 18 K1D 18...
  • Page 830 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL RIGHT RIGHT MAGNETO MAGMETO SWITCH J1A 18 J1C 18 J1B 18 P6 R6 P7 R7 LEFTT LEFT MAGNETO MAGMETO SWITCH J2C 18 J2B 18 J2A 18 P6 R6 P7 R7 J3B 18 J3D 18 J3C 18N Figure 91-15.
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  • Page 834 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL ELECTRICAL BUS SHOWN WITH FAN SWITCH OFF, AIR COND. AC / FA SWITCH IN ON POSITION, THROTTLE NOT FULL AC5A BLOWER OPEN, PRESSURE SWITCH BELOW MAX. PRESSURE, THERMOSTAT CALLING FOR COOLING, AND CONDENSOR DOOR CLOSED.
  • Page 835 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 91-18. Air Conditioning / Air Blower (S/N’s 28-7690001 thru 28-8690056 and 2890001 thru 2890205) ELECTRICAL BUS AC / FA BLOWER SW 1 MOTOR VB1B 14 VB1C 14 Figure 91-19. Fresh Air Blower (S/N’s 2890206 and up)
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  • Page 838 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 91-21. Electric Fuel Pump (S/N’s 28-7690001 thru 28-8690056 and 2890001 thru 2890205) P1 R1 Q2H 20 Q2J 20 Q2K 20 Q2JJ 20 P9 R9 PRIMER P4 R4 Q2N 20N SWITCH PRIMER SOLENOID Q2M 20...
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  • Page 840 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 91-23. Engine Gauges and Senders (S/N’s 28-7690001 to 28-7990487) (Sheet 1 of 2) Figure 91-23. Engine Gauges and Senders (S/N’S 28-7990488 thru 28-8690056 and 2890001 thru 2890205) (Sheet 2 of 2) 91-34-03 Page 8...
  • Page 841 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL ENGINE GAUGE Q6C 20 ELECTRICAL BUS PRESS SENDER FUEL Q8A 20N PRESS SENDER Q6D 20N PRESS Q5B 20N FUEL TEMP PRESS TEMP Q6B 20 SENSOR Q7A 20 P1 R1 Q5B 20 Figure 91-24. Engine Pressure and Temperature Gauge (S/N’s 2890206 and up)
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  • Page 844 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL TURN & BANK F2A 20N Figure 91-28. Turn and Slip and Optioanl Unit Figure 91-29. Turn Coordinator with Lighted Face(S/N’s 28-7690001 thru (S/N’s 28900206 and up) 28-8690056 and 2890001 thru2890205) THIS SPACE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK...
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  • Page 846 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 91-30. Anti-Collision Beacon Figure 91-31. Anti-Collision Wing Strobes and (S/N’s 28-7690001 thru 28-7990220) Beacon (S/N’s 28-7690001 thru 28-7990220 (Sheet 1 of 2) Figure 91-31. Anti-Collision Wing Strobes and Figure 91-32.
  • Page 847 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 91-32. Anti-Collision Wing Strobes Figure 91-33. Anti-Collision Fin Strobe S/N’s 28-7990221 thru 28-8190109 S/N’s 28-7990221 thru 28-8690056 and 2890001 thru 2890205 (Sheet 2 of 2) Figure 91-34. Anti-Collision Wing and Fin Strobe Figure 91-35 Landing Light.
  • Page 848 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL LANDING/TAXI LIGHTS ELECTRICAL BUS L3AA 18 L3A 18 L3B 18 LANDING SPARE WIRES RESERVED FOR DUAL FILIMENT BULB L3G 18N L3R 18N L. LANDING R. LANDING LIGHT LIGHT Figure 91-35 Landing Light. (S/N’s 28900206 and up)
  • Page 849 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA - 2 8 - 1 8 1 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 91-36. Optional Recognition Lights Figure 91-37. Navigation (Position) Lights (S/N’s 28-7690001 thru 28-8690056 and 2890001 (S/N’s 28-7690001 thru 28-8190318) thru 2890205) THIS SPACE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 91-36-08 Page 17 Reissued: July 30, 1994...
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  • Page 855 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 91-41. Dimmer Control Wiring (S/N’s 28-8290001 thru 28-8690056 and 2890001 thru 2890205) L6H 2ON L6G 20 L6F 20 L6E 2ON L6D 20 L6A 20 L6B 20 L6C 20 Figure 91-42. Dome Reading Lights (S/N’s 28900206 and up)
  • Page 856 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL Figure 91-43. Overhead Flood and ELT (S/N’s 28-7790001 thru 28-8090372) RIGHT FLOOD LIGHT L2E 20 L2D 20 LEFT FLOOD LIGHT L2A 20 L2B 20 L2C 20 L2E 20 Figure 91-44. Overhead Flood Lights (S/N’s 28900206 and up)
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  • Page 859 PIPER AIRCRAFT PA-28-181 AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL PANEL/SWITCH LIGHTS ELECTRICAL BUS 7 1/2A CLOCK L5C 20N INSTRUMENT PANEL L5D 20 POST LIGHTS L5E 20 DIMMER ASSY GAUGE FUEL TACH L3G 20 COMPASS L5F 20 L5H 20 Fig 91-47. Panel Instrument Lighting (S/N’s 28900206 and up)
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