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TABLE III-I. INSPECTION REPORT - PA-24 / PA-24-250/260/400
Refer to Notes 1, 2, 3, and 4 before performing the following inspections.
NATURE OF INSPECTION
A. PROPELLER GROUP
WARNING: USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN ROTATING PROPELLER BY
HAND; PROPELLER MAY KICK BACK. PRIOR TO ROTATING
PROPELLER ENSURE BOTH MAGNETO SWITCHES ARE OFF
(GROUNDED). IF MAGNETOS ARE NOT GROUNDED,
TURNING PROPELLER MAY START ENGINE.
1.
Inspect spinner and back plate for cracks ..............................................................
2.
Inspect blades for nicks and cracks........................................................................
3.
Inspect for grease and oil leaks ..............................................................................
4.
Lubricate per lubrication chart in Section II ..........................................................
5.
Inspect spinner mounting brackets for cracks........................................................
6.
Inspect propeller mounting bolts for condition and security.
If safety is broken, re-torque and safety.................................................................
7.
Inspect pitch actuating arms and bolts ...................................................................
8.
Inspect hub parts for cracks and corrosion ............................................................
9.
Rotate blades and check for tightness in hub pilot tube.........................................
B. ENGINE GROUP
WARNING: GROUND MAGNETO PRIMARY CIRCUIT BEFORE WORKING
ON ENGINE.
NOTE: Read Notes 5 and 13 prior to completing this inspection group.
1.
Remove the engine cowl ........................................................................................
2.
Clean and check cowling for cracks, distortion and loose or
missing fasteners ....................................................................................................
3.
Drain oil sump. (See Note 7.) ................................................................................
4.
Clean suction oil strainer at oil change (inspect strainer for
foreign particles) ....................................................................................................
5.
Clean pressure oil strainer or change full flow (cartridge type)
oil filter element. (Inspect strainer or element for foreign particles.) ....................
6.
Inspect oil temperature sender unit for leaks and security.....................................
7.
Inspect oil lines and fittings for leaks, security, chafing, dents and cracks.
(See Special Inspections.) ......................................................................................
8.
Clean and inspect oil radiator cooling fins.............................................................
9.
Inspect rocker box covers for evidence of oil leaks. If found, replace gasket.
Torque cover screws 50 inch-pounds. (See Note 8.)..............................................
10. Inspect wiring to engine and accessories. Replace damaged wires and
clamps. Inspect terminals for security and cleanliness ..........................................
11. Inspect spark plug cable leads and ceramics for corrosion and deposits ...............
12. Inspect cylinder compression. (See latest revision of AC 43.13-1.) ......................
04/01/09
PIPER COMANCHE SERVICE MANUAL
1D15
Inspection
Interval (Hrs)
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