Rans S-7S COURIER, Text Manual

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RANS S-7S COURIER TEXT MANUAL
09/01/2014
02-03
26. Bolt forward end of Torque Tube Push-Pull Tube to lower end of fwd
control stick.
27. Check the entire assembly for free movement without excessive friction.
Friction in the control system will have negative influence on the flying
qualities of your airplane. At this time, you only need to assure that there
is no excessive friction.
28. Check for free rotational movement (low friction) and adjust tightness of
Pillow Blocks as required. Shim between with an extra thin washer if
needed.
29. Check to be sure all cotter pins are installed where required.
30.
Install Control Stick Grip assembly and wiring. Install Mac Control Stick
Grip per manufacturer's instructions. Route wires through control sticks
and exit through the previously drilled 1/4” hole. Clear Silicon Seal or
spiral wrap can help prevent chaffing. Make sure that the wires do not
bind, chafe or interfere with the control system. Secure as required.
31. If NOT installing OPTIONAL Passenger Seat Electric Elevator Trim, then
install Control Stick Grip and End Cap to top of Control Stick. HINT: A
spray of soapy water to inside of Grip will allow it to slide on easier. If
installing a push-to-talk switch into the rear control stick, drill a hole
through the end cap to fit the switch.
32. Proceed with installation of Push-Pull Tube Assemblies and Aileron Cable
System.
S-7S AFT CONTROL STICK SPECIAL FEATURE
A special feature of the S-7S Control Stick System allows the AFT Control Stick
to be removed for Special Operations. Disconnect the Control Stick Push-Pull
Tube Assembly from the FWD Control Stick. Remove mounting bolts at the base
of the AFT Torque Tube Side Plates. Remove the Aft Control Stick as a unit with
the Control Stick Push-Pull Tube Assembly attached.