Magni Gyro M-16 C, Flight Manual

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025-00-16C M16 FLIGHT MANUAL, Issue G
02 March 2016
3.6.1 INNER CHECKS
1. INSTRUMENT PANEL
Check that the MASTER switch is in OFF-position and that all the breakers are switched OFF.
2. CHECK OF PEDALS
Check the condition and linkage of the rudder pedals. Ensure full and free movement over the entire range
(nose wheel off ground).
Check the functioning of the pedals and their correct setting depending on pilot height. Verify the entireness
of the transmission rods and the presence of the safety wiring on the cable turnbuckles.
3. CHECK OF CONTROL STICK
Verify full and free of movement of the control sticks. Verify that no damage occurred to the control and
torsion rods and verify the fixing of these same rods.
Check the functioning of the pre-rotator lever on the front control stick.
4. CHECK INSIDE OF COCKPIT
Ensure that no debris, equipment or cargo will cause any restriction to the controls. Ensure that seats are
secure and free from any damage. Examine instrument panel and instruments and ensure that all are in
good working condition with all nameplates and markings present and legible.
3.6.2 EXTERNAL CHECKS
5. COCKPIT AND FUSELAGE, RIGHT HAND SIDE
Check the condition of the external surface of the fuselage and remove any foreign object or dirt. Ensure it is
clean. Check that the windscreens are fixed well and not damaged. Ensure correct visibility. Examine pilot
and passenger restraint systems and make sure they are not damaged. Pay particular attention to any cut,
chafing, contamination, worn latch or boss, loose or pulled stitching and any other factors you feel may
cause you to doubt their durability and usability. Check the condition and safety of the fuel cap.
6. COOLANT LEVEL
Carefully open the expansion tank placed on the engine (do not mistake it with the white expansion tank)
and check the correct level of the coolant in the tank. See paragraph "Coolant level".
7. ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Verify correctness of the engine oil level, checking the measuring stick inside the oil tank.
Note, to check the oil level any residual oil in the crankcase must be returned back to the tank. This is done
by removing the filler cap from the oil tank and then
“hand turning” the prop in the correct direction of rotation
until a gurgle sound is heard coming from the tank. This sound indicates that air, not oil, is now being forced
out of the crankcase and the bulk of the oil is in the tank.