Teledyne Continental Motors, Inc.
TM
Maintenance
Inspections
4.
Consult the airframe manufacturer’s and/or their most current published instructions
concerning aircraft engine control cable attach point inspection, cleaning, repair,
installation, and lubrication.
5.
Cycle throttle through full range of motion.
a.
Verify that each control has full range of travel.
b.
Required safeties are in place.
c.
Lever and linkages do not bind.
d.
Control movement is unrestricted by other parts or components in close
proximity.
7-3.15. Cylinder Drain Inspection
Purpose
Fuel system cylinder drains evacuate waste fuel from the aircraft. Clogged drains cause
accumulation of fuel in the lines and may cause accumulation of vapors in the aircraft
fuselage, a potential fire hazard.
Frequency
Each scheduled maintenance interval
Procedure
Perform a cylinder drain inspection to ensure the drain(s) function properly by
performing the following procedure:
WARNING
Do not turn the propeller or allow personnel to stand in the arc
of the propeller while performing the following inspection.
1.
Apply a light vacuum source to the airframe fuel drain outlet.
2.
Monitor the fuel drain to ensure the drain flows freely.
3.
Apply a slight positive air pressure to the airframe fuel drain outlet.
4.
Monitor the fuel drain to verify the cylinder drain check valve closes off.
7-3.16. Throttle Position Switch Inspection
The throttle switch notifies the FADEC system when the throttle is in the wide open
position for maximum power settings.
Frequency
During 100-hour or annual inspection
Procedure
1.
Ignition Switch.....................................................OFF
2.
Throttle.................................................................Wide Open
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3.
Inspect the throttle valve to confirm position is within 3-5 of the wide-open stop.
4.
If adjustment is necessary, refer to section 9-5.1.1.
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