Flood Damage, Immersion in Water (continued)
E.
Item
Flight Control System.
Trim Control System.
Actuating Cables.
Engine.
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PIPER SENECA II SERVICE MANUAL
Inspection
Clean and inspect all cables, pulleys,
and bearings for evidence of corrosion.
Replace corroded cables.
Re-preserve galvanized cable
with MIL- C-11796 Class 2 (hot).
Clean and inspect all trim system
cables, pulleys, drums, bearings,
jack screws, etc. Do not apply
preservation to trim cables.
Inspect "push-pull" actuating cables
for powerplant, heating and
ventilating system, fuel system, etc.
for proper operation.
Remove, disassemble, and inspect.
Examine all parts paying particular
attention for evidence of corrosion,
rust or contaminants imbedded on
bearing surfaces, piston, mounting
flanges or any aluminum, magnesium
or bronze surface that may be porous.
Remove evidence of rust, or corrosion.
If pitting in stressed areas is found the
part should not be reused. Silt imbedded
in porous surfaces may be removed.
Be certain oil passages, dowel holes and
similar hidden openings and recesses
are thoroughly free from contaminants.
Test electrical components and fuel
metering devices in accordance with
manufacturer's instructions to determine
fitness for future use.
Reassemble engine using new seals,
gaskets, stressed bolts nuts and
crankshaft sludge tubes.
1D3
Inspection Interval
If immersed, each event,
before further flight.
If immersed, each event,
before further flight.
If immersed, each event,
before further flight.
If immersed, each event,
before further flight.
III - INSPECTION
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