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Aircraft Technical Manual
Jabiru Aircraft
Pty Ltd
J120, J160, J170, J200/J400, J230/J430, J250/J450 Variants
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Dated: 29th October 2014
Issued By: AS
Page: 193 of 298
6.74 Rudder Control Cable (all J-Series)
6.74.1 Description
Control Cables are of the enclosed push-pull type, fitted with spherical bearings at both ends. To
operate, the outer cover of the cable must be clamped firmly at each end.
6.74.2 Control Cable Removal
Required Tools:
Spanners / Socket Wrench
Side cutters or similar (to remove ties)
String or light wire
Parts and Material:
Replacement Cables (if required)
Type of Maintenance:
Line Maintenance
Level of Certification:
L2 or LAME (A&P or LSA Repairman / Maintenance)
Return to Service:
L2 or LAME (A&P or LSA Repairman / Maintenance)
1.
Unbolt the connections (rod end bearings) at either ends of the cable.
2.
Unbolt the clamps at either end of the cable.
3.
Where required, remove any ties etc used to restrain the cables in the aircraft.
4.
Tie a string or light wire to one end of the cable.
5.
Draw the cable out of the aircraft, leaving the string/wire in place to allow installation of a
replacement part.
6.74.3 Control Cable Inspection
Required Tools:
N/A
Parts and Material:
N/A
Type of Maintenance:
Line Maintenance
Level of Certification:
L2 or LAME (A&P or LSA Repairman / Maintenance)
Return to Service:
L2 or LAME (A&P or LSA Repairman / Maintenance)
The Control Cable is a Primary Control and may not be repaired or removed without reference to
Jabiru Aircraft Pty Ltd or our approved local agent.
Details of inspections required for control cables are given in Sections 6.52.3 and 5.17
6.74.4 Control Cable Installation
Reverse the steps detailed above for installation.
Ensure the required inspections are carried out and the cable is clamped securely.
WARNING
All spherical rod end bearings must be fitted with a large washer on the outside of the through-
bolt to prevent the bearing case and cable releasing in the event of a bearing failure.
6.75 Rudder Balance
Required Tools:
Fine increment balance or similar weighting instrument
Test masses
Parts and Material:
Resin and lead shot (if required)
Type of Maintenance:
Line Maintenance
Level of Certification:
L1, L2 or LAME (Owner, A&P or LSA Repairman / Maintenance)
Return to Service:
L1, L2 or LAME (Owner, A&P or LSA Repairman / Maintenance)