Tornado International Ltd
Ver 3.1 Jan 14
ORBITER MANUAL
b)
Place a clean dry cloth on the ground to protect the battery and roll the battery on to
its side. Inspect the case of the battery for any damage. If any is noted it should be
assessed by a competent person. A battery with a hole or crack, or any damage which
may lead to a hole or crack must be removed from service immediately.
Warning!
Any such battery must be treated with care! Handle only with protective clothing. Dispose
of in accordance with local by-laws.
c) Roll the battery upright and check that the battery post connections are clean and tight.
d)
Visually inspect the battery loom for any damage. Replace if any is found.
Warning!
In the event of a short circuit the batteries are capable of generating large currents. There
is a fire risk if damaged battery looms are used.
At this time check the battery connections and leads entering the ORBITER control
electronics.
6.11 Check the condition and operation of the battery chargers as follows:
a)
Visually inspect all of the charger cables for damage (Fig 3.4 items 2&6).
b) Using a discharged, or part discharged battery connect to each charger in turn. Note
the status indicator at each position and that they are the same.
c) If any malfunction is noted the charger should be returned to Tornado International Ltd
for repair.
6.12 Check the condition and operation of the seat belts (if fitted) as follows:
a) Visually inspect the webbing straps (Fig 3.5 items 1&2) for any signs of fraying. The
shoulder strap (Fig 3.5-1) should be fully extended for this inspection.
b) Engage the strap into the buckle (Fig 3.5-3) and check that the shoulder strap recoils
into the body. Grasp the shoulder and lap straps and pull hard against the buckle. It
should remain fastened.
c) With the shoulder strap extended to the position normally used when in operation,
grasp the strap in one hand and sharply pull the shoulder strap away from the Orbiter
body. The strap should lock after a few millimetres of movement. Repeat this snatch
test with the strap at three other positions of extension.
d) Open the Orbiter body and check that all of the seat belt anchor fasteners are secure.
6.13 Check the security of all fasteners.
Carry out a thorough visual check and mechanical test of all fasteners and fittings. Tighten
as required.
Coin the ORBITER and test drive.
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