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HANDLING AND SERVICING
Do not operate the motor at high RPM when running up or taxiing over
ground containing loose stones, gravel, or any loose material that may cause
damage to the propeller blades. Taxi with minimum power needed for for-
ward movement. Excessive braking may result in overheated or damaged
brakes and/or fire. Observe wing clearance when taxiing near buildings or
other stationary objects. If possible, station an observer outside the airplane.
Avoid holes when taxiing over uneven ground.
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Remove chocks
2
Start motor in accordance with Starting Motor procedure
3
Release parking brake
4
Advance power lever to initiate taxi. Immediately after initiating taxi,
apply the brakes to determine their e
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ectiveness
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Taxi airplane to desired location
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Shut down airplane and install chocks and tie-downs
8.7.3
PARKING
For parking:
1
Head airplane into the wind if possible
2
Retract flaps to (0)
3
Set parking brake by first applying brake pressure using the toe-brakes
and then pulling the PARKING BRAKE knob aft
4
Chock both main gear wheels
5
Tie down airplane
6
Install a pitot head cover
7
Fold the bottom part of the seat up (vertically) to prevent any moisture
from accumulating below the seat
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Cabin doors should be locked. Lock doors at own discretion
CAUTION:
Care should be taken when setting overheated brakes or during
cold weather when accumulated moisture may freeze a brake.
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