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GDMMTA582-1G 

Version 0010 

 

Maintenance Manual 

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Aérodrome de Lanas, 07200 Aubenas, France 

Telephone: +33 (0)4 75 93 66 66 • Fax: +33 (0)4 75 35 04 03 

[email protected]

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http://www.aircreation.fr

 

Summary of Contents for Skypper 582 S

Page 1: ...1 Maintenance Manual Trike Type l l s s t t S SK KY YP PP PE ER R 5 58 82 2 5 58 82 2 S S A rodrome de Lanas 07200 Aubenas France Telephone 33 0 4 75 93 66 66 Fax 33 0 4 75 35 04 03 info aircreation f...

Page 2: ...g One Rear Wheel 7 3 5 3 Lifting the Front Wheel 7 3 6 Transportation Storage 8 3 6 1 Towing 8 3 6 2 Taxiing 8 3 6 3 Ground Transportation 8 3 6 4 Long Term Hangarage 8 4 Servicing 9 4 1 General 9 4 2...

Page 3: ...14 5 4 3 Checking for Deformation 14 5 4 4 Inspection after Heavy Turbulence 14 6 Standard Practices Airframe 15 6 1 Torque Safety 15 6 1 1 Torque Procedures 15 6 1 2 Safety Procedures 15 6 2 Inspecti...

Page 4: ...blication The latest amendments to this manual will be issued on the Air Cr ation website http www aircreation fr in PDF format This should be printed out and added to the manual The amendment table s...

Page 5: ...enance If there are any doubts regarding the required and appropriate maintenance an Air Creation technical station should be contacted for the correct procedures and or servicing All maintenance and...

Page 6: ...e of Metric Imperial Units This Service Manual uses the metric unit system as the basic system of measurement Where common usage or available instrumentation refer to the Imperial system both units ar...

Page 7: ...in attachment point the aircraft should be elevated no more than is necessary 3 5 2 Lifting One Rear Wheel Dismount the wheel fairing While reassembling the bolt M8x65 must be glued with Loctite ref 2...

Page 8: ...d steering are achieved by means of the front wheel The trike should never be taxied with excessive speed Taxiing is a part of the training necessary for flying this aircraft If a maintenance engineer...

Page 9: ...fuel mixture specifications that apply to the region where the aircraft is being flown Due to higher lead content in AVGAS the wear of the valve seats and deposits in the combustion chamber will incr...

Page 10: ...or 200 hour replacement intervals for coolant 4 3 Tire Inflation The recommended tire inflation pressure is between 1 and 1 2 bars for both the front and rear tires Lower pressure favors comfort and...

Page 11: ...lves It is the responsibility of the pilot to ensure compliance with new directives Information is available on the website http www aircreation fr The following components are time limited and should...

Page 12: ...on distortion cracking free movement and play 1 1 4 Main and nose wheels 2 2 4 Wheel bearings for play and freedom 2 2 4 2 Wheel Rims 2 3 2 3 2 3 Tires pressure and wear 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 Brakes...

Page 13: ...dition and security 2 2 2 Fuel sample from tank drain 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 Fuel lines routed properly free from abrasion heat and sharp edges fittings tight condition 2 2 2 3 2 2 2 3 2 2 2 3 Fuel tan...

Page 14: ...n indicates that extreme forces have been experienced by the aircraft 5 4 3 Checking for Deformation A straight edge may be used on the tubing to ascertain straightness Attachment Points Check attachm...

Page 15: ...oximately turn more should be made The resulting fit should not allow any axial movement of the bolt in its location but will allow rotation using fingers of a held component to be achieved with appro...

Page 16: ...ng much easier Rust Proofing Apart from the consequences of heavy landing or of exceeding flight limitations the major factors requiring attention are corrosion fatigue and wear The Skypper frame is m...

Page 17: ...se service instructions apply to K N air filters 1 Tap the element to dislodge any large embedded dirt and then gently brush with a soft bristle brush 2 Spray K N air filter cleaner liberally onto the...

Page 18: ...such as gasoline alcohol benzene or most commercial window cleaning sprays as they will adversely affect the plastic Painted Surfaces The painted exterior surfaces of the aircraft can be washed using...

Page 19: ...backwards and sideways relative to the hinge point There is also the safety cable inside the upper beam to provide for the unlikely event of the main attachment failing For instructions regarding the...

Page 20: ...tube Repairs in the vicinity of the Pitot must maintain the original profile or the repair will adversely affect airworthiness Windows The windshield of the Skypper is basic and should be cared for as...

Page 21: ...shocks are protected from excessive extension by webbing No adjustment is possible so they must be replaced in case of weakness or wear The webbing and stitches have to be checked too for wear Rear Sh...

Page 22: ...locknut located on the threaded rod of the brake pump Screw or unscrew the rod to obtain desired setting Figure 6 1 If equipped with three brake option Screw or unscrew the pressure bolt located on t...

Page 23: ...and the circlip Figure 6 4 Figure 6 3 Figure 6 4 Remove the pad axis and pads as well as the leaf spring Figure 6 5 Keep the leaf spring in the proper position while installing the new pads Figure 6 6...

Page 24: ...t Figure 6 8 Figure 6 7 Figure 6 8 Gently unscrew the drain plug to drain the fluid Figure 6 9 Press the brake pedal and hold it down Figure 6 10 Plug the drain and release the pedal Repeat operation...

Page 25: ...ee brake option equipped before opening the rear wheel drains free up the passage at the pressure gauge located under the front seat by unscrewing the pressure screw then open the rear drains one afte...

Page 26: ...in order to utilize all of the tread This should be done before the tire becomes worn Changing the Tanarg rear wheel tire Lift the trike by the undercarriage see 3 5 2 Lifting One Rear Wheel If three...

Page 27: ...s themselves structurally consist of webbing which is attached to the seat frame The padding and other areas of the seats are non structural components Occupant Restraint Systems Both the pilot and pa...

Page 28: ...ration and ensure that there are no kinks in the cables If any sign of wear damage or excessive friction is evident then the cable assembly should be replaced Choke There is a separate choke control o...

Page 29: ...ntenance of the electrical system should include periodic inspection of the wiring loom for chafing and other damage through its entire length Pay special attention to the areas that are subject to po...

Page 30: ...l tank centrally located underneath the passenger seat of the aircraft There is one fuel supply line equipped with a filter and a shut off valve that runs from the fuel tank and through to the mechani...

Page 31: ...re is a fuel flow rate sensor in line with the fuel supply line which supplies information to the digital instrument when fitted The digital display at the front of the aircraft displays the fuel cons...

Page 32: ...icating system and the information is displayed on the analog instruments on the dashboard or digital if fitted Coolant Replenishment Rotax recommends two years or 200 hour replacement intervals for t...

Page 33: ...r repair as necessary Installation The installation of the engine is the reverse of removal Mounts The engine mount is made of welded stainless steel It is supported at four points through rubber shoc...

Page 34: ...ed for these updates Overhaul of Rotax engines should be performed by a qualified Rotax service centre Carburetor When checking the carburetor rubber flanges check for cracks There is a Rotax service...

Page 35: ...exhaust system Loctite anti seize paste should be used as recommended by Rotax See the Rotax manual and Loctite instructions If any minor damage occurs to the exhaust it may be repaired Inspect the g...

Page 36: ...ntroduce air into the oil supply and cause damage to the engine When working on the propeller remove the spark plug leads from the spark plugs Ecoprop Propeller Assembly Lubricate lightly the metallic...

Page 37: ...corrosion and to ease rotation while adjusting the pitch Place the blades into the sockets of the unmarked half of the hub opposite of the engine Cover with the other half of the hub marked with an F...

Page 38: ...ll the M6 lock nuts Figure 6 27 Figure 6 28 Choice of Pitch On ground and without other information the setting to obtain before a flight test should be 80 of maximum setting In use the engine should...

Page 39: ...which further problems may occur Take action if required Inspect the propeller and hub in the area around where the prop exits the hub Inspect the bolts replace if any wear or damage is present The mo...

Page 40: ...rophic failure Damage is far more likely at the tip as tip speed is much higher but less critical as it has less force acting upon it compared to the root hub As all force is focused on the root and h...

Page 41: ...g Epoxy outside of the hole adjust the quantity with precision so that the hole is exactly filled Place a new adhesive strip new advertising adhesive PVC film on silicon paper or thick packing adhesiv...

Page 42: ...icator to read 90 knots There should be no indication of restrictions in the application of the pressure and no decrease in the reading when the system is sealed for at least 10 seconds Testing the St...

Page 43: ...cated just in front on the center of the seat frame The second one if fitted is located on the right of the rear seat The front handle is coupled with an kill switch in order to stop the engine when p...

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Page 45: ...1G Version 0010 45 7 Appendix 7 1 Maintenance Operation Board Trike Type ______________________ Serial Number _________________________ Date Hours Flown Type of Operation Performed Operator Name Addr...

Page 46: ...GDMMTA582 1G Version 0010 46 Date Hours Flown Type of Operation Performed Operator Name Address Stamp...

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