C42E 540kg LSA POH Issue 3 China
15.03.2016
Page 28 of 36
8
HANDLING AND SERVICING
8.1
Ground handling
The aircraft may be pushed or pulled by hand. Force should only be applied by grasping one or more
blades close to the propeller hub, by holding the forward lift strut where it attaches to the wing, or by
holding the horizontal tailplane close to the fuselage. The horizontal tailplane or the rear fuselage close
by may also be pressed downwards in order to lift the nose wheel off the ground if required.
Jacking the Aircraft
Either of the main wheels can be brought clear of the ground by one person lifting the wing at the top of
the wing struts. (Never apply any significant up load to the centre of the struts). The aircraft can then be
chocked by placing a wooden block under the bottom part of the stub axle. This is also a suitable jacking
point where a second person is not available to lift the wing.
The nose wheel is easily lifted by applying a load to the rear fuselage, just forward of the tail. Where one
person only is available, place weights on the tail, suitably padded to prevent damage to the fabric, until
the nose wheel becomes light. Place a piece of timber under the tail skid, then push the tail down on to
it. Add further weights to the tail to stabilise the aircraft in this attitude.
8.2
Towing instructions
The aircraft should not be towed by powered means.
8.3
Tie-down instructions
The aircraft may be tied down temporarily using ropes or straps around the propeller hub and around the
lift struts where they attach to the wing.
8.4
Fluids
See Rotax manual.
8.5
Approved fuel grades
See Rotax manual.
8.6
Approved oil grades
See Rotax manual.
8.7
Cleaning and care
Cleaning
Clean the wing coverings with warm water and a mild detergent, such as washing up liquid, to remove
oil. Never use solvents. All metal parts are anodized aluminum or stainless steel and need no special
attention.
Dirt or mud on wing surfaces should be removed with clean water. Avoid the use of a pressure washer
or hose pipe as this can introduce water into places it shouldn’t go, (engine, fuel tank, pitot head, pilot’s
seat).
Repair
Repair even the smallest tears in the covering fabric.
Carefully clean the area around the tear, then attach a small patch with contact adhesive covering an
area at least 15 mm larger than the damage all round. Alternatively apply a small patch of self-adhesive
material. For larger areas of damage, consult the manufacturer.
In the event of technical problems, contact the manufacturer.