6.6.4 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
The assembly and derigging of the aircraft can be done by at least three persons. After
finishing the assembly, check all control surfaces for correct directions and movability in the
whole range up to their stops.
For rigging and derigging of the aircraft, see above paragraph 4.2.
6.6.5 GENERAL CARE OF THE AIRCRAFT
Store the aircraft in dry and ventilated space. The temperature should not exceed 30 degrees
Celsius (86 F) for longer periods. The aircraft must not be mechanically loaded.
Protect metal parts of the aircraft against corrosion.
When the aircraft is transported on a trailer, all parts of the aircraft have to be secured to
avoid any transport related damage.
Use water and common liquid detergents to wash the aircraft. Usual car cleaners can be
used. To clean the canopy use cleaner designed for plexiglass only. For wiping, use soft
cloths or rags only.
Use vacuum cleaner to clean dirt and trash from the cockpit.
Do not wipe the canopy when it is dry.
Keep clean and lubricate regularly all bearings, pins, eyes, Bowden cables etc.
WARNING
: Do not use any organic solvents (gasoline, thinners, etc.) for cleaning of the
canopy.
WARNING
: The aircraft is painted with two-component acrylic dope, which is water and
weather resistant. Internal area is protected by preservative lacquer. The aircraft structure
cannot prevent rainwater from penetrating into the interiors of wings, fuselage and elevator.
In case the aircraft has to be outdoors when raining, seal up all the slots with waterproof tape
or protect the aircraft with waterproof sleeves.
6.6.6 LUBRICATION
Keep all bearings clean. During regular inspections, lubricate the bearings with suitable
lubricant, e. g. with high-pressurized cohesive lubricant ARECAL. In the same way lubricate
the pins in wings and fuselage. When needed, bowdens of the wheel brake and throttle to be
lubricated by a suitable fine oil.
TST-14 M – Aircraft Manual
rev.0 issued 2006-11-29 – page 38 of 40
