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ATTENTION
After changing the fuel filter pay an extra attention to the engine run-up before
the next flight to make sure the fuel system is functioning properly.
7.2.10 Propeller maintenance
It is essential to carry out a visual control of the state of the propeller, check the blades,
leading edges and propeller attachment every 10 hours of operations. To perform routine
maintenance, clean the blades with common cleaning detergents to get rid of the dirt.
7.2.11 Jacking points on an airplane
The jacking points on the engine mount are used for lifting the front undercarriage. These
jacking points are accessible after removing the lower engine cowling. Do not forget to chock
the wheels of the main undercarriage using the wheel chocks on both sides of the wheels
while supporting the airplane on these points.
The jacking points used for lifting an airplane are located on the lower side of the wings in the
distance of 190 cm from the fuselage. The supporting structure must be of a solid and stable
construction; it must be at least 100 mm wide and 1000 mm long. The side, which supports
and touches the wing, must contain a soft, at least 20 mm thick felt cover.
7.3 Introductory inspection
Introductory inspection is carried out after the first 25 flight hours by the producer in their
service center. Performing this inspection by the producer is one of the requirements for
keeping the warranty valid. The range of this inspection is prescribed by the internal rule of
the producer. Besides other revisions, change of oil and oil filter is performed during this
inspection.
7.4 Periodic inspection every 50 hours
The inspection every 45-55 flight hours is carried out by the user of the airplane if he (she)
was trained for the maintenance of the airplane; otherwise the inspection is performed in the
service center of the producer. The inspection consists of the following:
- the pre-flight inspection in its full length
- inspection of all screw and hinge connections
- visual inspection of the rear inside of the fuselage
- inspection of the fuel installation, control of tightness of the connections, fuel lines condition
and the cleanness of the fuel filter
- inspection of the engine attachment
- setting-up the brakes
- engine maintenance according to the engine maintenance manual
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