Van's Aircraft RV 12iS, Maintenance Manual

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Rev: 2 Date: 11/15/18
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to reuse nylock and all steel style self-locking nuts if it is determined that the self-locking
feature has not been degraded. Always replace questionable hardware.
Operation in Extreme Conditions:
Exposure to extreme climatic conditions,
including but not limited to dust, salt, debris, bugs, will warrant more frequent
inspections of air filters, coolant radiator, and oil cooler as defined in the Rotax
maintenance manual. Frequent exposure to extreme conditions or altitudes may
demand additional equipment or maintenance. Contact an authorized Rotax distributor
for consultation.
SAFETY OF FLIGHT REPORTING PROCEDURE
To maintain the highest level of safety and as dictated in ASTM F 2295 Section
5, the FAA requires and Van’s Aircraft Inc. requests, notification of any safety of flight
issue, or service or maintenance difficulties that could compromise the airworthiness of
the RV-12iS aircraft. A feedback form is provided in the Supplement section of this
manual. Refer to Chapter 17 for a description of a valuable report and the
different reporting methods available.
HELPFUL TERMINOLOGY
▲ WARNING: I
NDICATES AN ACTION NECESSARY TO PREVENT INJURY OR DEATH
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■ C
AUTION
: I
NDICATES AN ACTION NECESSARY TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO PARTS OR
PROPERTY
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● NOTE: P
ROVIDES VALUABLE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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The Glossary provides definitions to many of the terms used throughout this manual.