AMD 601XL / 601XLI / 650LS / 650LSi SLSA MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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Rudder deflection. Locate the center line of the fuselage directly behind the nose wheel
assembly and attach a plumb bob, also attach a plumb bob to the lower rudder hinge. Draw
exact point on floor at rear. Using the two plumb bobs as a guide, snap a chalk line,
extending several feet beyond each bob on the ground. Draw left and right lines on floor
representing full deflection. Attach a plumb line at the rear bottom of the rudder. Move
rudder to stops and check.
ELEVATOR
REMOVAL
1. Remove the rudder.
2. Disconnect the electric wiring for electric trim.
3. Disconnect the control cables from the horn.
Note: Attach the cables to the fuselage for easy reinstallation.
4. Remove the hinge pin and the aileron will be loose.
REINSTALL the elevator in reverse order of removal. Check all bolts for safety. Check
deflection and control stops. See aircraft part drawings for details. Perform Empennage
section of Table 1.
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