C42E 540kg LSA POH Issue 3 China
15.03.2016
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Step 25. Fold in the main struts to lie flat against the lower wing surface. Secure the strut bottom with the
bungee attached to the wing root.
Step 26. Fold back the right wing according to steps 1 to 25.
9.4
Flying Without Doors
Both doors must be removed. It is not permissible to remove just one door.
Ensure when flying with the doors removed that there are no loose items, take special care to check under
the seats. Items stowed under the seat must be in a soft container that is unable to slide forward or
interfere with the throttle (A suitable container is available from the manufacturer). Also wear suitable
clothing that will not flap or flail around in the cockpit. It is recommended that maps are placed in a suitable
map holder that can be anchored to the pilot or passenger.
Follow the instructions for removing and replacing the doors carefully.
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Open door and remove safety clip from gas strut and safety ring from rear clevis pin but do not
unclip gas strut or remove clevis pin at this stage.
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Place a piece of tape over the hinge bolt to prevent it turning in or out.
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Carefully support the door and unclip the door strut ball joint then remove the clevis pin.
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Carefully slide the door off the front locating spigot & store the door somewhere safe.
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Re-fitting is simply a reversal making certain to re-fit safety rings & clips.
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Carefully inspect your work.
9.5
Air pressure for tires and shock absorber:
Main wheels
1.8 - 2.5 bar
26 to 36 psi.
Front wheel
1.5 - 1.8 bar
22 to 26 psi.
Shock absorbers
29 - 33 bar
425 to 486 psi
Caution:
a special high pressure pump must be used for setting the shock absorber pressures.
9.6
Owner change of address notice
The manufacturer will issue updates and service bulletins from time ot time, therefore it is essentail that
you inform the manufacturer of any change of address promptly. The manufacturer’s address is given in
the Introduction.
