RANS S-20 RAVEN
TEXT MANUAL
09
/01/2013
11B-05
RUDDER
Neutral position and cable tension
18.
Verify neutral position of rudder with rudder pedals neutral (visual).
19.
Cable tension should be a minimum of 15 lbs. measured on both cables
under seats. If no cable tension meter is available, adjust by feel.
Deflections
20.
For deflection measurements move rudder pedal in cabin, hold at full
travel position and measure at rudder. Adjust stops at rudder as required.
•
Left:
28
(Tolerance is +3.0
/ -0.0
)
•
Right:
28
(Tolerance is +3.0
/ -0.0
)
Surface clearance
21.
The minimum gap between rudder and vertical stabilizer is 0.060” all the
way.
22.
The minimum gap between rudder and tip of vertical stabilizer is 1/8”.
Operational check
23.
Operate rudder pedals throughout full range of travel and check for:
•
Correct rudder deflection.
•
Interference of controls, linkages, cables and rudder with other
components.
•
Excessive friction.
