Piper CHEROKEE TURBO ARROW III 1976 Pilot Operating Handbook page 204

SECTION 8
PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
HANDLING, SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
PA-28R-201T,
CHEROKEE
TURBO ARROW III
8.9 GROUND HANDLING
(a)
Towing
The airplane may be moved on the
ground
by the
use of
the
nose wheel steering bar
that is
stowed in
the
rear
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.
CAUTION
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.
CAUTION
Do
not
tow the
airplane when
the controls are secured.
In the
event
towing lines are necessary, ropes should be attached 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
Before
attempting
to taxi the airplane, ground personnel should be instructed and approved
by a qualified person authorized by
the
owner. Engine starting and shut-down procedures as well
as
taxi techniques should
be
covered. When it is ascertained
that the
propeller back blast and
taxi
areas
are clear, power should be applied
to start
the taxi
roll, and
the
following checks should be
performed:
(1)
Taxi a few feet forward and
apply
the brakes
to
determine their effectiveness.
(2)
Taxi with the propeller set in low pitch, high RPM setting.
(3)
While
taxiing,
make slight
turns to
ascertain
the
effectiveness of the steering.
(4)
Observe wing clearance
when taxiing
near
buildings or other stationary objects. If
possible, station an observer outside the airplane.
(5)
When
taxiing
over uneven
ground, avoid holes and ruts.
(6)
Do
not operate
the engine
at
high RPM when
running
up or
taxiing
over
ground
containing loose stones, gravel,
or
any
loose material
that may
cause damage
to the
propeller blades.
REPORT: VB-800
ISSUED: DECEMBER
20, 1976
8-6