ENSTROM F-28F/280F SERIES MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Rev.
8
MM-13-62
Sep
20/17
(d) Install tape and cut finishing end to match.
CAUTION:
Upon initial running of the engine, it is necessary to clean oil cooler air
passages of foam tape particles sheared off by the fan.
D. Firewall Repairs (See Fig. 13-14)
NOTE: All openings in the firewall in excess of 1/32 inch are to be repaired. Small
openings, such as around pylon tubes, may be caulked with CP 25WB+ (3M)
or equivalent sealant. Fire curtains requiring extensive repairs should be
replaced.
(1) Clean area of repair with acetone.
(2) Holes up to 1/4 inch in stainless steel cabin firewall:
(a)
Caulk with fire barrier sealant CP 25WB+ (3M) or equivalent.
(3) Holes up to 1 inch in fabric (see Fig. 13-14 A):
(a) Form (2) round patches of 0.015 thick stainless steel, allowing 1/2 inch
overlap on all sides of existing hole.
(b)
Drill 0.015 inch diameter hole in center of both patches.
(c) Coat one side of each patch with fire barrier sealant CP 25WB+ (3M) or
equivalent.
(d) Place one patch of each side of fabric hole with fire barrier sealant CP
25WB+ (3M) or equivalent against the fabric.
(e) Fasten patches over the hole with (1) AN525-6R6 screw, (1) AN960-6L
washer, and (1) AN364-632 nut.
(4) Areas of worn fabric around pylon tubes or cables (see Fig. 13-14 B):
(a) Cut a patch of firewall curtain (or equivalent) to cover 1/2 inch to 3/4 inch
beyond the damaged area.
(b) Coat one side of patch with fire barrier sealant CP 25WB+ (3M) or
equivalent.
(c)
Apply patch, sealant side against fabric.
(d) Attach patch with AN525-6R6 screws, AN960-6L washers, and AN364-
632 nuts at 3/4 inch to 1 inch spacing.
(e) Seal nonessential gaps (around pylon tubes, etc.) with fire barrier sealant
CP 25WB+ (3M) or equivalent.
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