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Metal to plastic: Silicone spray
- Check the friction force in the trim lever bearing: The correct force to move the
lever should be 5-7 kg at the handle.
- Check of the front brake
- Check of the gear oil level (glass gauge)
- Check of all bowden cables
- Check of all belts, belt buckles, guide rollers
- Optical check of all weld seams for any cracks
- Check of all rubber-metal-joints for cracks
- Check of the cooling agent level
- Tension check of the water pump tension
- Tightness check of the cooling system (leakage, water loss)
7.5.2 EVERY 100 HOURS
Same as 25h-Check, plus:
- spark plug change (Denso W24FSR or equal)
- Gear oil change, gear oil according to SAE 80 API GL4 or 5
7.5.3 EVERY 2 JEARS
Same as 100h-check, plus:
- Cooling agent change, water with cooling additive (protection against freezing
and corrosion)
- Change of the water pump belt if there is visible tear or damage
- Replacement of all damaged or torn parts
The Hirth-2-stroke-engine requires no oil change (beside the gear). Every 600
hours we recommend a general overhaul at its maker Hirth.
The ballistic recovery system requires a special maintenance according to the
additional manual.
7.6 OBLIGATION OF REGULAR CHECKS
In Germany this trike must be checked once a year. This check must be carried out
by a class 5 inspector. A list of certified inspectors can be retrieved from the “DULV
e.V.” (German Ultralight Association).
The canopy is subject of this check as well. The inspector may decide if the wing
has to be checked by its manufacturer or not (typically every 2 years)
7.7 STANDARD PROCEDURES, CHECKLISTS,
ENGINE START
Whenever the engine is started somebody has to be in the front seat, being able to
operate the cockpit.
The picture below shows the position and the purpose for the individual elements
of the cockpit.