Teledyne TSIO-360-RB, Maintenance Manual

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6-3
6-1 GENERAL
Technicians involved with engine preparation and installation into the airframe must possess
a detailed knowledge of safe procedures used in engine servicing and the operation of
ground support equipment.
The engine must have a detailed visual inspection prior to installation in the airframe.
6-2 UNPACKING
Packaging Category "A" (Cardboard Container)
1. Cut steel banding straps securing the container. (Use caution as straps may spring
loose when cut).
2. Remove the staples from the base of the cardboard cover.
3. Lift cardboard cover vertically and remove.
4. Attach a hoist to the engine lifting eye, located at the top of the crankcase backbone.
Take up slack on the hoist, then cut the steel banding straps holding the engine to the
base. (Use caution as straps may spring loose when cut.) Lift the engine vertically and
install on a transportation stand or dolly.
CAUTION . . . Do not allow chains to become entangled on engine or its hardware.
Packaging Category "B" (Wooden Container)
1. Remove the (4) four lag screws attaching the wooden cover to the base.
2. Lift the wooden cover vertically and remove.
3. Open the moisture proof plastic bag.
4. Attach a hoist to the engine lifting eye located at the top of the crankcase backbone.
Take up slack on the hoist, prior to loosening the engine mount bolts; then remove the
bolts from the shipping shock mounts. Lift the engine vertically and install on a
transportation stand or dolly.
CAUTION . . . Do not allow chains to become entangled on engine or its hardware.
6-3 GROUND HANDLING
After engine is removed from container (attached to hoist) proceed with care. Do not let
engine front, rear, sides or bottom come in contact with any obstructions as the extreme
weight may cause damage to the engine or components. If contact has occurred, inspect
for obvious or consequential damage.
6-4 CRATING AND SHIPPING
Category"A" (cardboard container). Lower engine onto container base and attach with
metal banding straps. Install and attach container cover.
Category "B" (wooden container). Lower engine onto container base. Attach engine using
shock mounts and bolts. Cover engine with plastic bag. Install and attach container cover to
base.