ENSTROM F-28F/280F SERIES MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Rev.
8
MM-8-19
Sep
20/17
8. Remove screws securing fiberglass seat deck in place and carefully lift seat deck from
seat structure.
B. Seat Structure Assembly Inspection
1. Inspect the structure for corrosion, cracks, deformation, evidence of working rivets, and
damaged or loose/missing hardware
2. Inspect the pylon attachments for corrosion, damage, proper security of and damage to
the attachment hardware.
3. Inspect the cyclic bellcrank brackets (upper cabin mount) at the top backwall structure
for corrosion, cracks, deformation, and security (SDB 0126).
C. Seat Structure Repair
1. Replace damaged or missing hardware.
2. Repair damage to the structure I/A/W AC 43.13-1B. Contact The Enstrom Helicopter
Corporation Customer Service for detailed damage and repair limitations.
D. Seat Deck Installation
1. Install fiberglass seat deck over clutch engagement lever and into position. Secure in
place with attachment screws.
2. Install co-pilot's collective stick into bellcrank and secure with expando pin.
NOTE:
Flip expando pin lever down and check security.
3. Install handles in clutch engagement lever and screw together to secure.
4. Install fiberglass cover over collective push-pull rod at top of seat deck and secure with
screws.
5. Install fiberglass cover over pilot's collective stick and secure with screws.
6. Install battery (or ELT, if equipped) access panel and secure with screws, if installed.
7. Install cyclic stick boots and secure the cyclic canon plugs into their receptacles.
8. Install seat belts and seat cushions.
8-9 LANDING
GEAR
A. Landing Gear Assembly
1. Landing Gear Removal
(a) Install sling T-0011 on main rotor hub and hoist helicopter to remove weight from
landing gear. See Figure 9-3 in Section 9 for sling installation.
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