Piper ARCHER III Pilot Operating Handbook page 263

PA-28-181, ARCHER ID
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8.9 GROUND HANDLING
(a) Towing
wheel steering bar that is stowed below the forward ledge of the
baggage compartment or by power equipment that will not damage or
excessively strain the nose gear steering assembly. Towing lugs are
incorporated as part of the nose gear fork.
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to both main gear struts as high up on the tubes as possible. Lines
should be long enough to clear the nose and/or tail by not less than
fifteen feet, and a qualified person should ride in the pilot's seat to
maintain control by use of the brakes.
(b) Taxiing
areas are clear, power should be applied to start the taxi roll, and
the following checks should be performed:
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ISSUED: December 22, 2017
The airplane may be moved on the ground by the use of the nose
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When towing with power equipment, do not turn
the nose gear beyond its steering radius in either
direction, as this will result in damage to the nose
gear and steering mechanism
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Do not tow the airplane when the controls are
secured .
In the event towing lines are necessary, ropes should be attached
When it is ascertained that the propeller back blast and taxi
(I) Taxi a few feet forward and apply the brakes to determine
their effectiveness.
(2) While taxiing, make slight turns to ascertain the effective­
ness of the steering.
(3) Observe wing clearance when taxiing near buildings or
other stationary objects. If possible, station an observer
outside the airplane.
HANDLING, SERV & MAINT
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CAUTION
CAUTION!
SECTION 8
REPORT: VB-2749
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