Piper Comanche PA-24 Service Manual page 183

3-9. Unscheduled Maintenance Checks
WARNING: FAILURE TO CONSULT APPLICABLE VENDOR PUBLICATION(S), WHEN
SERVICING OR INSPECTING VENDOR EQUIPMENT INSTALLED IN PIPER
AIRCRAFT, MAY RENDER THE AIRCRAFT UNAIRWORTHY. (SEE
INTRODUCTION - SUPPLEMENTARY PUBLICATIONS.)
The following inspections are required in response to specific anomalies encountered during aircraft
operation. Note that the items listed herein are guidelines based on past operating experience. Each
operator should closely monitor his own unique operating conditions/environment and react accordingly
to keep his aircraft airworthy.
NOTE: A log book entry should be made upon completion of any inspections.
A. Lightning Strike
Item
Propeller.
Engine.
Electrical and Avionics
Systems.
All exterior surfaces, skins,
and structure.
System Components.
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Hartzell Propellers
inspection requirements in the latest
revision of Hartzell Manual No. 115N,
168, 169, or 175.
McCauley Propellers
revision of McCauley SB 177.
See latest revisions of appropriate
Lycoming Service Bulletins
and Overhaul Manual.
Inspect and check harness, connections,
and equipment for high voltage damage,
burns and insulation degradation. Replace
or overhaul as required. Consult with
appropriate avionics vendor(s) for
inspections and operational checks. Bench
test alternator and voltage regulator(s).
(See Electrical System, Section IX.)
Inspect for burns, evidence of arcing,
and damage on surfaces and bearings.
Check for correct material properties in
the area of the strike path. Degauss
engine mount. Replace or repair
affected areas/parts.
Inspect instrumentation, vacuum,
pitot/static, and fuel systems,
for damage and correct operation.
Inspection
- refer to the
- see latest
1D45
Inspection Interval
Each occurrence,
before further flight.
before further flight.
Each occurrence,
before further flight.
Each occurrence,
before further flight.
Each occurrence,
before further flight.
Each occurrence,
before further flight.
III - INSPECTION