Section 2: Preflight Safety Check
Safety Checklist
2016 Bambi MAX Operations Manual
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Section 2: Preflight Safety Check
Safety Checklist
Along with the aircraft, the Bambi MAX should also receive a preflight inspection each day. Follow the
checklist below, beginning at the bottom of the bucket and working upwards.
1.
Check the bottom chain looking for any tears in the fabric straps. Also, check the lockwire or tie
wraps on the shackles.
2.
Check for loose bolts around the bucket shell; IDS brackets at the top, the wear strips at the bottom
and bottom rings.
3.
Check the diagonal M-straps that connect the suspension cables to the top of the bucket, looking
for signs of wear or incorrect suspension line connections.
4.
Check the suspension cables for frays, kinks or loose swages.
5.
Check that the ballast is securely attached. Full ballast is essential for safe operations.
6.
Check the head for secure shackles.
7.
Once the Bambi MAX is hooked-up to 28V power, activate the valve several times to ensure that
the hook-up is correct.
8.
If a PowerFill system is installed, inspect the conductor wires for damage, chaffing or wear. Con-
firm that the conductor cables are firmly secured.
• For PowerFill Snorkel, the wires should be attached to the nearest suspension line.
• For PowerFill (internal), the wires are attached to the IDS deployment cable.
• If a long line is used, the wires should be attached to this line also.
9.
Repair any damage to the components above before operating.
10. Inspect the cable connectors for damage and ensure proper connections.
Warning
Do not operate with damaged cables. Damage to an electrical cable, that leaves the conductor ex-
posed, can result in a fire if it comes in contact with another conductor or metal object.
