SERVICE MANUAL & ICA
WIPLINE 4000 FLOATS ON CESSNA A185E, A185F, AND 206 SERIES
P/N 1002552
Revision G
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(X = WIDTH OF CRADLE)
FIGURE 4-1 JACK CRADLE RECOMMENDED MODIFICATION
NOTE:
This is not required and Wipaire does not have the parts for modification. It is recommended a similar
modification be performed to the jack saddle to prevent the slippage of the cradle.
1. Center cradle on saddle and position so cradle is as far aft on the main keel as possible without interfering
with main gear as it decompresses as shown in Figure 4-2.
NOTE:
If desired to prevent possible cosmetic damage to float, use material to separate cradle and float.
FIGURE 4-2 JACKING LOCATION
1. Jack one side at a time, taking care to check the balance of the aircraft and adding more weight to the front
if needed.
2. Two people, both outboard, lift the fore and aft cradle stands up to the cradle as a 3rd person release the
pressure slowly, allowing the cradle and stands to gently contact the ground.
3.
Repeat previous procedure to the other float.
NOTE:
A smaller jack may be needed to slightly lift the float into a high enough position for the main jack.
4.
Secure floats with fore and aft supports as shown in Figure 4-3 and Figure 4-4.
