Piper Arrow IV, Maintenance Manual

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CARPETS.
Use a small whisk broom or vacuum to remove dirt. For soiled spots, use a non-inflammable dry-cleaning
fluid.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
Before cleaning the engine compartment, place a strip of tape on the magneto vents to prevent any solvent
from entering these units.
1. Place a pan under the engine to catch waste.
2. With the engine cowling removed, spray or brush the engine with solvent or a mixture of solvent and
d e g r e a s e r, as desired. It may be necessary to brush areas that were sprayed where heavy grease and dirt
deposits have collected in order to clean them.
—CAUTION—
Do not spray solvent into the alternator, starter, air intake, and
alternate air inlets.
3. Allow the solvent to remain on the engine from five to ten minutes, then rinse the engine clean with
additional solvent and allow to dry.
—CAUTION—
Do not operate engine until excess solvent has evaporated or
otherwise been removed.
4. Remove the protective covers from the magnetos.
5. Lubricate controls, bearing surfaces, etc., per Lubrication Chart.
LANDING GEAR.
Before cleaning the landing gear, place a plastic cover or similar material over the wheel and brake
assembly.
1. Place a pan under the gear to catch waste.
2. Spray or brush the gear area with solvent or a mixture of solvent and degreaser, as desired. It may be
necessary to brush areas that were sprayed where heavy grease and dirt deposits have collected in order to
clean them.
3. Allow the solvent to remain on the gear from five to ten minutes, then rinse the gear with additional
solvent and allow to dry.
4. Remove the cover from the wheel and remove the catch pan.
5. Lubricate the gear per Lubrication Chart.
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December 1, 1978
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PIPER AIRCRAFT
PA-28RT-201 / 201T
*MAINTENANCE MANUAL