Fitting The Dashboard - Pipistrel Sinus Build Manual

Fitting the dashboard

All the instrument installation and wiring should be completed outside the aircraft for ease of
assembly / installation. There are two types of dashboards; the standard dash and the new
larger big instrument panel. For those people who want to fit lots of instruments, the larger
panel will be necessary. If you are building a basic aircraft, use the smaller dash to save weight.
With each dash the fitting process is the same. The larger dash will require two people to
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install, move the dashboard into the aircraft and position it centrally. It is necessary to
push the dash forward and downwards at the same time to position it correctly on the
floor and against the firewall.
The dash is secured in place with screws. Mount the foot first, where the dash connects
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to the floor, and then mount the other screws around the dashboard. When drilling the
screws it is important not to drill too deep into the floor, as it is possible to hit other
cables. Moreover, if you drill too deep on the cockpit side, you will drill right through to
the other side of the fuselage.
When the dash is mounted, remove the front panel with the switches and the
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instruments. Then finish the wiring for the individual instruments using the pictures
below and the diagram in Appendix 11.
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