The Canopy Latch Force Test - Diamond DA20-C1 Maintenance Manual

Maintenance Practices
3.

The Canopy Latch Force Test

A. Equipment
Strap
Spring Scale
B. The Canopy Latch Force Test - Canopies With Internal Handles Only
1. Close the canopy.
2. Set the GEN/BAT switch to ON.
3. Make sure the canopy warning light goes off.
- Set the GEN/BAT switch to OFF.
4. Loosen the friction adjusting screw for the
canopy handle.
5. Put a strap around the canopy grip at the top.
Attach the spring scale to the strap.
- Pull the spring scale straight aft and up at
approximately 30 degrees
- Measure and record the force necessary
to move the grip to the unlocked position
- If necessary, adjust the force required to
move the grip.
6. Open the canopy a small distance.
7. Tighten the friction adjusting screw for the
canopy handle.
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Item
Detail Steps/Work Items
52-10-00
Quantity
1
1
Key Items/References
Make sure both handles are fully forward.
To completely release the pressure on the
conical washers.
Force must be between 10 - 20 lbf
(45 - 90 N).
Refer to the adjustment procedure.
DA20-C1 AMM
Part Number
Commercial
Commercial
DA201-C1
Rev 16