Flight and operations manual of ATEC 321 Faeta NG aircraft with Rotax 912 iS
ATEC v.o.s., Libice nad Cidlinou, Czech Republic
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a) Oil level
–
Open the cover of the inspection hole on the engine cowling and unscrew the cap of the oil
tank. Manually turn the propeller few times in its rotating direction to press the oil from the engine into
the oil tank. Stop turning the propeller when you hear the
„bubbling sound“ signalizing that only air starts
flowing from the engine into the oil tank. Check the oil level with the dipstick in the oil tank and refill up
to the maximum level if needed. Pay attention not to stain surrounding engine parts or its compartment
by oil, otherwise remove oil spots properly. Cover the oil tank with the cap. Install the cover of inspection
hole and secure by screws. Keep the oil level within the range marked on the dipstick. Always use the
same type of the oil which is already used in the engine. Cover the oil tank with the cap. Never open the
oil tank when the oil is hot!
b) Coolant level
–
Remove the upper cowling of the engine. The engine must always be cool when
checking the coolant level. Open the expansion tank and check the coolant level. Do not open the
expansion tank if the coolant is hot! The max. coolant level must be flush with the bottom of the filler
neck. If the level is low, refill. Cover the engine by the upper cowling. Verify the coolant level in the
overflow bottle. Keep the level between
„MIN.
-
MAX.“
markings.
13/ Propeller
–
surface condition, blades and spinner tightness
4.1.1. Procedures Before Entering the Cockpit
1.
Canopy
open
2.
Ignition
switched off
3.
Master switch
switched off
4.
Rescue system
secured
5.
Pedals position
adjust to appropriate position (if equipped with adjustable pedals)
6.
Seats position
adjust to appropriate position (if equipped with adjustable seats)
4.1.2.
Procedures After Entering the Cockpit
1.
Cockpit
check canopy fastening and locking, proper function and condition of
electric installation, instruments and flight instruments, fuel level, proper function of controls, rescue
system securing against unintended activation
2.
Foot-operated steering
check function, proper adjustment of pedals
3.
Brakes
check function, brakes on
4.
Hand
–
operated steering
check function, free movement, stops
5.
Flaps
check function, retract
6.
Fuel valve
open for appropriate tank in use
7.
Throttle
idle
8.
Fuel level indicator
check fuel amount
9.
Master switch
switched off
10.
LANE A
switched off
11.
LANE B
switched off
12.
Instruments
check condition, zero values, altimeter setting