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IO-240 Series Engine Installation & Operation Manual
31 October 2011
Engine Installation
NOTE: IO-240 engines with a bypass fuel system incorporate two fuel
hose connections at the airframe firewall. Ensure both connections are
properly connected and torqued during engine installation.
2. Connect the fuel supply, vapor return and fuel pump drain connections to the engine
driven fuel pump fittings according to airframe manufacturer’s instructions.
3. Install the exhaust system according to the airframe manufacturer's instructions.
WARNING
Oil pressure is applied to the face of the accessory drive pads. If
gasket or accessory covers are not properly installed and
torqued to Appendix B specifications, oil leakage will occur.
4. Connect the remote oil cooler (if equipped) hoses to the engine oil cooler adapter
according to the airframe manufacturer's instructions.
5. Service the engine to the specified oil sump capacity according to the “Engine Oil
Servicing” instructions in Section 6-3.7 of the Maintenance and Overhaul Manual
(M-6).
6. Turn the Ignition Switch to the OFF position.
WARNING
Do not install the ignition harness “B” nuts on the spark plugs
until the propeller installation and the ignition system
operational checkout is complete. Failure to comply can result
in bodily injury when the propeller is rotated during
installation.
7. Connect the starter and alternator wiring according to airframe manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Install the propeller according to the airframe and propeller manufacturer's
instructions.
9. Connect the airframe ignition switch wiring to the P-leads of each magneto and
perform a functional check of the circuit to verify the ignition switch properly
disables the magnetos.
10. If the magnetos were loosened or rotated during engine installation, adjust magneto
to engine timing according to the “Magneto Timing” instructions in Section 6-3.9.1
of the Maintenance and Overhaul Manual (M-6).
11. Install any remaining aircraft accessories listed below according to the airframe
manufacturer's instructions.
a. Pneumatic, freon or vacuum pumps
b. Tachometer (mechanical) drive cable or (electrical) sensor connection
c. Oil temperature sensor and oil pressure sensor connections
d. Fuel pressure sensor and fuel flow sensor connections
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