Flight Manual LS1-f
Issued May 2011
7.4
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7.13
Rudder pedal adjustment
Adjustment is possible in flight and on the ground. Release pressure of
pedals and unlock pulling the black handle. Push pedals forward into
desired position, using feet pressure. To move backwards pull pedals with
handle into desired position. Release handle for locking.
7.14
Seat, back rest and safety harness
The seat pan is removable. The backrest is adjustable on the ground. A
cushion above the back rest acts as head rest.
The LS1-f must be equipped with a 4 point safety harness fixed at the
provided fixing points.
7.15
Instrument panel
Fixed installation. Normally with hinged upper part, optionally fixed
according to TM29. Up to 8 instruments plus radio may be installed.
Max. mass installed in the upper part: 4 kg (8.8 lbs.).
7.16
Baggage compartment
Max. load 12 kg (26.5 lbs)
Heavy pieces of baggage must be secured to the baggage compartment
floor. Otherwise load only soft and light items.
7.17
Oxygen system
A fiberglas receptacle is installed in the right hand side of the main
bulkhead for 3 or 4 Litre oxygen bottles of 100 mm (3.94 in) in diameter.
Bottles must be fixed with the designated clamp (P/N.: 4R8-41c)
7.18
Landing gear
Retractable landing gear, installed in a GFRP Box. The box is totally closed
with landing gear up. Drum brake. Operating handle on left hand side.
The landing gear may be retracted and extended at any speed up to VNE.
A brisk movement of the handle facilitates retraction.
Tyre: 4.00-4 Tost Aero 8pr
Tyre pressure: 3,0 -3,5 bar (43.5 - 51 psi)
Handle to the front: retracted
Handle to the rear: extended
