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SECTION 2: OPERATION
EPI800 Manual.doc
EPI 800 MANUAL
2001 Vision Microsystems Inc.
The following notes should be observed to aid in the proper installation
of the probes.
NOTE 1: Mounting flange installation (Metal knurled flange)
For composite aircraft, the metal mounting flange is 'potted' into the
tank close-out rib at an angle as dictated by probe placement in the
tank. INSURE that the flange edges are surrounded by a generous
margin of the potting and that 3 layers of laminate are laminated over
the potted areas. This is necessary to insure that the flange is 'fuel
tight', mechanically rigid and will not be 'cracked' loose during fuel probe
installation or vibration in use. Consult your aircraft manual for proper
bonding techniques. For metal tanks, the mounting flange is a weldable
aluminum alloy allowing many attachment options.
NOTE 2: Bushing installation (white bushing)
The probe (if longer than 48 inches) should be supported in the middle.
Install a bushing in the middle rib or baffle using the fuel probe as the
alignment guide. Bond the bushing to the rib / baffle using the
techniques recommended in your aircraft construction manual.
NOTE 3: End support (white bushing)
The probe end must be supported if more than 4 inches of length
remains after the last support point. Position a bushing near the end of
the probe so that the edge of the probe is approximately 1/8 inch from
the wing skin. Secure the bushing at the surface of the wing using
potting mixture. Lay up two layers over the bushing while the potting
mixture is still soft to hold the bushing in place. Use the bonding
techniques recommended in your aircraft construction manual.