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P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL I N T R O D U C T I O N FLIGHT MANUAL P92 E UPER Powered by ROTAX 912UL 80Hp or ROTAX 912ULS 100Hp. TECNAM COSTRUZIONI AERONAUTICHE S.r.l. ANUFACTURER P92 E UPER IRCRAFT TYPE :...............
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P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL I N T R O D U C T I O N RECORD OF REVISIONS All revisions to the current Manual, except for actual weighing data, must be recorded in the following table. New text or amendments to revised pages shall be clearly marked by a vertical black line on the left hand margin, with revision N°...
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P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL I N T R O D U C T I O N List of Effective Page Section Page Date Section Page Date April 2008 October 2004 October 2004 “ April 2008 “ “ “ October 2004 “...
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P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL I N T R O D U C T I O N Section Page Date Section Page Date October 2004 April 2008 October 2004 “ April 2008 October 2004 October 2004 “ “ April 2008 October 2004 October 2004 “...
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P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL I N T R O D U C T I O N TABLE OF CONTENTS General Section 1 Limitations Section 2 Emergency procedures Section 3 Normal procedures Section 4 Performance Section 5 Weight and balance Section 6 Systems description Section 7...
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL G E N E R A L SECTION 1 GENERAL TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ....................... 2 WARNINGS - CAUTIONS - NOTES................2 THREE VIEW DRAWING................... 3 DESCRIPTIVE DATA....................4 CONTROL SURFACES TRAVEL LIMITS ..............4 ENGINE........................
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL G E N E R A L INTRODUCTION The P92 E is a twin seat single engine aircraft with a strut-braced UPER rectangular high wing, fixed main landing gear and steerable nose wheel. This Flight Manual has been prepared to provide pilots and instructors with information for the safe and efficient operation of this aircraft.
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL G E N E R A L THREE VIEW DRAWING • Dimensions shown refer to aircraft weight of 450 kg and normal operat- ing tire pressure. • Propeller clearance 360mm • Propeller clearance with deflated front tire and compressed shock ab- sorber 142mm •...
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL G E N E R A L DESCRIPTIVE DATA WING Wing span: 8.7 m Wing chord 1.4 m Wing surface 12.0 m Wing loading 37.5 kg/m Aspect ratio Taper ratio Dihedral 1.5° FUSELAGE Overall length 6.4 m Overall width 1.1 m...
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL G E N E R A L ENGINE P92 Echo Super P92 Echo Super 100 (80 Hp) (100 Hp) Manufacturer: Bombardier-Rotax GmbH Bombardier-Rotax GmbH Model 912 UL 912 ULS Engine type: Four cylinder horizontally- Four cylinder horizontally- opposed twins with overall...
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL G E N E R A L FUEL • High octane gasoline DIN 51600, O-NORM Fuel grade: 1103 (red) • Unleaded gasoline DIN 51603, O-NORM 1101 • AVGAS 100LL Fuel tanks: 2 wing tanks integrated within the wing's leading edge with drainage reservoir located in engine cowling Capacity of each wing tank...
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL G E N E R A L WEIGHTS Maximum takeoff: 450 kg Standard empty weight 289 kg SPECIFIC LOADINGS P92 Echo Super P92 Echo Super 100 (80 Hp) (100 Hp) Wing Loading 37.5 kg/m 37.5 kg/m Power Loading 5.5 kg/hp 4.5 kg/hp...
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL G E N E R A L ABBREVIATIONS AND TERMINOLOGY AIRSPEED TERMINOLOGY AND SYMBOLS Calibrated Airspeed is indicated airspeed corrected for position and instrument error. Indicated Airspeed: is the speed shown on the on-board airspeed in- dicator.
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P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL G E N E R A L METEOROLOGICAL TERMINOLOGY Outside Air Temperature is the free air static temperature expressed in degrees Celsius (°C). Standard Temperature is 15°C at sea level pressure altitude and de- creased by 2°C for each 1000 ft of altitude. Pressure Altitude is the altitude read from an altimeter when the baro- metric subscale has been set to 1013 mb.
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P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL G E N E R A L WEIGHT AND BALANCE TERMINOLOGY Datum is an imaginary vertical plane from which all horizontal distances are measured for balance purposes. is the horizontal distance from the reference datum to the center of gravity (C.
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL G E N E R A L UNIT CONVERSION FACTORS ULTIPLYING YIELDS EMPERATURE Fahrenheit [°F] Celsius [°C] ⋅ − Celsius [°C] Fahrenheit [°F] ⋅ + ORCES 2.205 Kilograms [kg] Pounds [lbs] 0.4536...
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P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL L I M I T A T I O N S SECTION 2 LIMITATIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ....................... 2 AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS ..................2 AIRSPEED INDICATOR MARKINGS ............... 3 POWERPLANT LIMITATIONS .................. 4 PROPELLER ......................5 POWERPLANT INSTRUMENT MARKINGS .............
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL L I M I T A T I O N S INTRODUCTION Section 2 includes operating limitations, instrument markings, and basic placards necessary for safe operation of the P92 E , its engine, standard systems and standard UPER equipment.
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL L I M I T A T I O N S AIRSPEED INDICATOR MARKINGS Airspeed indicator markings and their color code are explained in the following table valid for P92 Echo Super 80 and P92 Echo Super 100: For all model MARKING IAS km/h...
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL L I M I T A T I O N S POWERPLANT LIMITATIONS The following table lists operating limitations for aircraft installed engine: : Bombardier Rotax GmbH. NGINE MANUFACTURER : 912 UL / 912 ULS NGINE MODEL AXIMUM POWER Max Power (HP)
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL L I M I T A T I O N S VISCOSITY Use viscosity grade oil as specified in the following table: CAUTION Use of Aviation Grade Oil with or without additives is not permitted COOLANT: Mixture: 80% concentrated antifreeze (e.g.
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL L I M I T A T I O N S POWERPLANT INSTRUMENT MARKINGS Powerplant instrument markings and their color code significance are shown below: P92 ECHO SUPER (80 Hp) RED LINE GREEN ARC YELLOW ARC RED LINE Minimum Normal...
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL L I M I T A T I O N S NOTE The table below is valid for both P92 models. OTHER INSTRUMENT MARKINGS INSTRUMENT RED LINE GREEN ARC YELLOW ARC RED LINE Minimum limit Normal operating Caution Maximum limit...
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL L I M I T A T I O N S FUEL : 45 liters each TWO TANKS : 90 liters TOTAL FUEL CAPACITY APPROVED FUEL ∗ High octane gasoline DIN 51600, O.NORM 1103 ∗ Unleaded gasoline DIN 51603, O.NORM 1101 ∗...
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P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL EMERGENCY PROCEDURES SECTION 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ....................2 ENGINE FAILURE....................2 FORCED LANDING ....................3 SMOKE AND FIRE ....................3 RECOVERY FROM UNINTENTIONAL SPIN............4 edition, October 2004 Doc. n° 92-13-021-01...
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL EMERGENCY PROCEDURES INTRODUCTION Section 3 includes checklists and detailed procedures to be used in the event of emer- gencies. Emergencies caused by a malfunction of the aircraft or engine are extremely rare if appropriate maintenance and pre-flight inspections are carried out. In case of emergency, suggestions presented in this section should be considered and applied as necessary to correct the problem.
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL EMERGENCY PROCEDURES FORCED LANDING EMERGENCY LANDING WITHOUT ENGINE POWER Set glide speed to optimal value of 110 Km/h Select terrain area most suitable for emergency landing, possibly upwind Fuel shutoff valves: OFF Fuel pump: OFF Magnetos: OFF Tighten safety belts, release door safety lock and unlatch doors Flaps: as needed...
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL EMERGENCY PROCEDURES NOTE DO NOT USE WATER to put out fire and do not open engine cowling until absolutely certain fire is extinguished. In case an appropriate fire extinguisher is not handy, still keeping engine cowling closed, it is possi- ble to use a woolen blanket, sand or dirt to try smothering the fire.
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P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL NORMAL PROCEDURES SECTION 4 NORMAL PROCEDURES TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ....................... 2 RIGGING AND DERIGGING ENGINE COWLING ..........2 PREFLIGHT INSPECTION ..................3 CHECKLISTS ......................6 edition, October 2004 Doc. n° 92-13-021-01...
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL NORMAL PROCEDURES INTRODUCTION Section 4 contains checklists and amplified procedures for the conduct of normal opera- tion. RIGGING AND DERIGGING ENGINE COWLING UPPER COWLING: Parking brake ON. Fuel shutoff valves OFF. III. Master switch OFF, Magnetos OFF. IV.
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL NORMAL PROCEDURES PREFLIGHT INSPECTION Before each flight, it is necessary to carry out a complete inspection of the aircraft as hereby detailed. CABIN INSPECTION A Weight and balance: check if within limits B Safety belts used to lock controls: free C Flight controls: activate flight controls to insure unhindered movement of control rods and surfaces.
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P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL NORMAL PROCEDURES G Check integrity of left side main landing gear, tire inflation (1.4 bar), condition and alignment; check fuselage skin condition. H Horizontal tail and tab: check integrity and unhindered movement. Vertical tail and rudder: check integrity and unhindered movement. L Check integrity of right side main landing gear, tire pressure (1.4 bar), condition and alignment;...
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P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL NORMAL PROCEDURES U Close engine cowling. Z Remove tow bar and chocks NOTE Avoid blowing inside left strut mounted pitot as this may damage instruments. FIG. 4-1 edition, October 2004 Doc. n° 92-13-021-01...
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL NORMAL PROCEDURES CHECKLISTS BEFORE STARTING ENGINE (after preflight inspection) I. Flight planning, fuel consumption, refueling. II. Aircraft loading and related inspections (see section 6) III. Seat and safety belts adjustment IV. Doors secured V. Parking brake ON. STARTING ENGINE Master switch ON.
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P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL NORMAL PROCEDURES HOLDING Parking brake ON. Turn on navigation lights, strobe light, and landing light (optional equip- ment) III. Check engine parameters. 912UL 912 ULS 50° - 110° Oil temperature 50° - 100° Cylinder heads temperature 150°...
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P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL NORMAL PROCEDURES CRUISE Reach cruising altitude Set power and engine rpm's for cruise. III. Check engine parameters 912UL 912 ULS Oil temperature 90° - 110° 90° - 100° 90° - 150 90° - 135° Temperature cylinder heads 0.8 - 5 Oil pressure 0.8 - 5...
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P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL P E R F O R M A N C E SECTION 5 PERFORMANCE TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ................2 AIRSPEED CALIBRATION............... 3 STALL SPEEDS................. 3 CROSSWIND..................4 TAKEOFF PERFORMANCE............5 LANDING..................6 CLIMB PERFORMANCE ..............7 CRUISE .....................
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL P E R F O R M A N C E INTRODUCTION This section provides all necessary data for accurate and comprehensive planning of flight activity from takeoff to landing. Data reported in graphs and/or tables were determined using: •...
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL P E R F O R M A N C E AIRSPEED CALIBRATION The difference between indicated airspeed and calibrated airspeed is within JAR-VLA limits of ± 3% for all speeds above 1.3 Vs. STALL SPEEDS CONDITIONS: - weight 450 kg - engine idle - no ground effect...
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL P E R F O R M A N C E CROSSWIND Maximum demonstrated crosswind velocity is 15 Kts Example: ⇒ Given Find Wind direction = 30° Headwind = 17.5 Kts Wind velocity = 20 Kts Crosswind = 10 Kts Fig.
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL P E R F O R M A N C E TAKEOFF PERFORMANCE TAKEOFF DISTANCE ONDITIONS - ISA - Flaps: 15° - Engine: full throttle - Slope: 0° Wind: zero - Runway: dry, compact, grass P92 E/80 P92 E/100 - Corsa e distanza di decollo...
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL P E R F O R M A N C E LANDING ONDITIONS - Flaps: 38° Runway: dry, compact, grass - Engine: throttle idle - Slope: 0° Wind: zero Distance over a 15 m obstacle Ground roll DISTANCE WEIGHT (Kg)
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL P E R F O R M A N C E CLIMB PERFORMANCE CLIMB RATE IN CLEAN CONFIGURATION ONDITIONS - ISA - Flaps: 0° - Weight 450 kg - Engine: full throttle P92 Echo P92 Echo/100 1000 1500 2000...
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL P E R F O R M A N C E CRUISE ONDITIONS Altitude: 0 Wind: 0 P92 Echo Super (80 Hp) CAS km/h Hourly consumption [lt/h] 4300 4800 5000 P92 Echo Super (100 Hp) CAS km/h Hourly consumption [lt/h] 4300...
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P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL W E I G H T & B A L A N C E SECTION 6 WEIGHT & BALANCE TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ....................... 2 AIRCRAFT WEIGHING PROCEDURES..............2 WEIGHING REPORT....................3 C. G. TRAVEL ......................4 edition, October 2004 Doc.
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL W E I G H T & B A L A N C E INTRODUCTION This section describes the procedure for establishing the basic empty weight and moment of the aircraft. Loading procedure information is also provided. AIRCRAFT WEIGHING PROCEDURES REPARATION Carry out weighing procedure inside closed hangar...
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL W E I G H T & B A L A N C E WEIGHING REPORT Model P92 E s/n:____ Weighing n°____ Date:_________ UPER 1405 Horizontal Reference W2=WL+WR Datum: Propeller support flange without spacer meters Nose wheel weight W Plumb bob distance from LS wheel LS wheel weight...
P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL W E I G H T & B A L A N C E C. G. TRAVEL Maximum admissible C.G. travel exceeds actual operational limits. Moreover, oc- cupants and fuel impact only marginally on CG travel. When on flat terrain, exceeding CG travel aft limit will cause aircraft tail to lower.
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COSTRUZIONI AERONAUTICHE P92 Echo Super TECNAM LIGHT MANUAL S.r.l. SYSTEMS SECTION 7 AIRPLANE AND SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ....................2 AIRFRAME......................2 FLIGHT CONTROLS ....................2 INSTRUMENT PANEL ....................3 SEATS AND SAFETY HARNESS................4 DOORS ........................4 BAGGAGE COMPARTMENT .................5 ENGINE........................5 FUEL SYSTEM ......................5 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ...................6...
COSTRUZIONI AERONAUTICHE P92 Echo Super TECNAM LIGHT MANUAL S.r.l. SYSTEMS INTRODUCTION This section provides description and operation of the aircraft and its systems. AIRFRAME The wing is made up of a central light alloy torque box; a composite leading edge is attached to the front spar and geometrically similar flap and aileron are hinged to rear.
COSTRUZIONI AERONAUTICHE P92 Echo Super TECNAM LIGHT MANUAL S.r.l. SYSTEMS Flaps are extended via an electric servo actuator controlled by a switch on the dashboard. Flaps act in continuous mode, an mechanical indicator shows surface position. The electric circuit is protected by a breaker positioned on the right side of the dashboard.
COSTRUZIONI AERONAUTICHE P92 Echo Super TECNAM LIGHT MANUAL S.r.l. SYSTEMS HROTTLE RICTION It is possible to adjust the engine's throttle friction by tightening appropriately the friction lock located on the dashboard near center throttle control. SEATS AND SAFETY HARNESS Aircraft features three point fitting safety belts with waist and diagonal straps ad- justable via a sliding metal buckle.
COSTRUZIONI AERONAUTICHE P92 Echo Super TECNAM LIGHT MANUAL S.r.l. SYSTEMS BAGGAGE COMPARTMENT The baggage compartment is located behind the pilots' seats. Baggage shall be uniformly distributed on utility shelf. ENGINE P92 Echo Super (80 Hp) ROTAX 912UL, 4 stroke, horizontally-opposed 4 cylinder, mixed air and wa- ter cooled, twin electronic ignition, forced lubrication Maximum rating - 81Hp (59.6 kW) at 5800 RPM...
COSTRUZIONI AERONAUTICHE P92 Echo Super TECNAM LIGHT MANUAL S.r.l. SYSTEMS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM The aircraft's electrical system consists of a 12 Volt DC circuit controlled by a Master switch located on dashboard. Electricity is provided by an alternator and by a buffer battery placed in tailcone. Generator light is located on the right side of the instrument panel.
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P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL GROUND HANDLING AND SERVICE SECTION 8 GROUND HANDLING AND SERVICE TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ....................2 AIRPLANE INSPECTION PERIODS ..............2 AIRPLANE REPAIR OR MODIFICATIONS............2 GROUND HANDLING....................2 CLEANING AND CARE ..................5 edition, October 2004 Doc. n° 92-13-021-01...
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P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL GROUND HANDLING AND SERVICE INTRODUCTION This section contains factory-recommended procedures for proper ground han- dling and routine care and servicing. It also identifies certain inspection and main- tenance requirements which must be followed if the aircraft is to retain its new- plane performance and dependability.
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P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL GROUND HANDLING AND SERVICE Tie-down ropes shall be fastened to the wing strut attachments and anchoring shall be provided by ramp tie-downs. Nose gear fork can be used for front tie- down location. Flight controls shall be secured to avoid possible weathervaning to end travel dam- age of moving surfaces.
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P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL GROUND HANDLING AND SERVICE GROUND ANCHORAGE (OPTIONAL) The airplane should be moored for immovability, security and protection. FAA Advisory Circular AC 20-35C, Tiedown Sense, contains additional information regarding preparation for severe weather, tiedown, and related information. The following procedures should be used for the proper mooring of the airplane: Head the airplane into the wind if possible.
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P92 Echo Super LIGHT MANUAL GROUND HANDLING AND SERVICE CLEANING AND CARE To clean painted surfaces, use a mild detergent such as shampoo normally used for car finish; use a soft cloth for drying The plastic windshield and windows should never be dusted when dry; use luke- warm soapy water and dry using chamois only.
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P92 Echo Super S E C T I O N 9 LIGHT ANUAL SUPPLEMENTS SECTION 9 SUPPLEMENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION....................2 GENERAL .....................2 LIMITATIONS....................2 NORMAL PROCEDURES ................4 PERFORMANCE ..................6 SYSTEMS .....................7 edition, October 2004 Doc. n° 92-13-021-01...
P92 Echo Super S E C T I O N 9 LIGHT ANUAL SUPPLEMENTS ° 1 UPPLEMENT N GLIDER TOWING INTRODUCTION This section contains supplementary information for a safe and efficient operation of the aircraft if equipped with a hook for towing gliders. 1.1 GENERAL PROPELLER For higher glider-towing performances, the standard propeller should be changed...
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P92 Echo Super S E C T I O N 9 LIGHT ANUAL SUPPLEMENTS WEIGHTS P92 Echo Super MTOW, if used as an aerotow, is 480 kg. The maximum allowed glider’s weight is 650kg. AIRSPEED The towing airspeed must lie within 53 and 60 KIAS. WARNING In towing operations, any kind of information/limitations specified into the glider’s manuals must be considered as of primary importance and followed.
P92 Echo Super S E C T I O N 9 LIGHT ANUAL SUPPLEMENTS 1.3 NORMAL PROCEDURES In addition to what has been specified in Section 4, before each flight it is necessary to carry out the extra inspections listed below. CABIN INSPECTION •...
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P92 Echo Super S E C T I O N 9 LIGHT ANUAL SUPPLEMENTS SAILPLANE RELEASE • Check the aerotowed attitude through the mirror. • From the straight level flight, let the sailplane to release from the towing rope. TOW-ROPE DROP BEFORE LANDING To drop the tow rope on the runway, follow this procedure: •...
P92 Echo Super S E C T I O N 9 LIGHT ANUAL SUPPLEMENTS 1.4 PERFORMANCE NOTE Into this paragraph have been reported some of the data collected during the early stages of the “Sailplane towing flight test session”. TAKE-OFF PERFORMANCES ONDITIONS - Flap: 15°...
P92 Echo Super S E C T I O N 9 LIGHT ANUAL SUPPLEMENTS 1.5 SYSTEMS The P92 Echo Super for towing gliders is equipped with a hook located in the rear part of the fuselage. This hook is supported by a tubular beam [1] that transfers the towing loads to the tail cone structure.
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P92 Echo Super S E C T I O N 9 LIGHT ANUAL SUPPLEMENTS The towing hook is a TOST E85 approved type (Type Certificate No. 30.230/1) Hook TOST E85 For further information, please refer to the hook’s “Operating Manual for tow releases”...
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