Drill ¼” mounting holes (6 each) for each track and arrow ends. Note: The track,
backing strip, and ends are drilled as a set and may be slightly off if the backing strips are
interchanged or turned around. Once the track is positioned and the screws inserted, you
can determine the end or side that best fits the track and ends. It is your option as to
mounting the tracks and cutting the carpet or mounting the tracks over the carpet. If you
mount the tracks over the carpet as shown, plan on installing the track after the cannon
plug is installed. Note: This is where extra length wire is a good thing to allow the floor
to be removed far enough for inspection and to install the track.
Position the floor and check for adequate clearances.
Step 4: Condensate Drain -
Based on the location of the floor drain fitting (AN833-8D), determine the ideal location
for the fuselage skin bulkhead fitting (AC-2125). The drain hose is long enough to allow
tightening of each fitting with the floor lifted enough for access. Drill and install fitting
such that the drain mast chamfer is facing aft. We use an Oring on the outer surface and
use LocTite Red to secure the fitting nut. Before you attach the hose from the belly
fitting to the floor fitting, solder and install the cannon plug.
Step 5: Final Installation of Cannon Plug –
Route the primary wire through the floor. Properly assemble the plug socket
components, including the heat shrink onto the wire before soldering. Solder the primary
and ground wires to the plug socket.
Do the same for the air conditioner primary and ground leads noting that the plug can
only be positioned one way such that the ground mates to the ground and primary to the
primary.
Complete the process for the heat shrink and clamp the plug ends securely.
Now, mount the plug socket to the floor with the hardware included.
Prepare a ground wire and fasten to the airframe.
Step 6: Final Installation of Baggage Compartment Floor –
Position the carpet then attach the tie-down track.
Position the floor and secure the condensate drain hose below the floor.
Check for any FOD, rags, or tools in and around the baggage floor.
Secure the baggage floor to the airframe. Note: The tie down is only as good as the floor
is fastened to the airframe.
