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Section 3: Deploying the Bucket
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Section 3: Deploying the Bucket
Attaching to the Cargo Hook
The Bambi Bucket is rigged for a lateral cargo hook. Correct attachment is indicated when the name
plate on the control head faces forward in flight. This ensures that the ballast on the Bambi will face
forward in flight.
Control Head Orientation - Models 6072-4453
The control head, used on models 6072-4453, has a moveable
yoke which can be rotated by 90°. The yoke is machined to
orient in either direction. If your helicopter has a longitudinal
hook, rotate the shackle yoke by 90°. This will place the
name plate on the control head forward in flight.
For this style of head, if using a swivel hook, always operate
in the locked position to assure that the ballast is always
facing forward in flight.
In some cases, where the cargo hook is too large for the
standard shackle, a second larger shackle can be used. If the
shackle it too large, it may cause the power cable to tangle,
pulling apart the break away plug.
CAUTION
The Bambi Bucket may not be suitable for a direct hook-up to the cargo hook. The actual hook-up will
be different for various aircraft and operators must comply with all instructions and bulletins supplied
by the aircraft manufacturer. It is the operator’s responsibility to ensure that the Bambi Bucket is
correctly fitted to the helicopter.