Embraer EMB145 Operation Manual page 243

Flaps ............................................................................. ___° SET
Move the flap to the setting consistent with the intended takeoff
configuration and performance. The flap position must be indicated
on the EICAS.
The flap must be checked for deflection consistent with the takeoff
performance being considered.
Thrust Rating ................................................................ CHECKED
Flight Controls............................................................... CHECKED
The flight controls must be checked close to the holding point if a
prolonged taxi in cold soak conditions occur or in any wheather that
may possibly cause flight control problems due to freezing or due to
accumulation of snow or slush.
Release the gust lock and check AILERON and ELEVATOR free
travel. Once this check is complete, the gust lock should be once
again applied.
Each time electromechanical gust lock lever is set to unlocked
(FREE) position elevator movement must be checked. This check
must be performed at least 10 seconds after positioning the gust
lock lever to the unlocked (FREE) position by moving the control
column from the full up stop to the full down stop and back to the
full up stop position.
With the airplane taxiing on a straight line or standing still, check
the RUDDER by pressing the steering disengage button on the
control wheel and moving the pedals from full right to full left, and
pressing the steering handle to reconnect the steering.
Gust Lock...................................................................... UNLOCKED
If Electromechanical Gust Lock is installed, wait 10 seconds to
perform ELEVATOR check.
NOTE: For airplanes Post-Mod. SB 145-27-0125 or with an equivalent
modification factory incorporated, the Gust Lock Caution Lights
remain blinking until unlocking cycle is completed. This cycle is
completed with the gust lock lever at unlocked position (full
forward).
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