Teledyne Continental Motors, Inc.
TM
Maintenance
Inspections
7-3.2. 25-Hour Initial Operation Inspection
Frequency
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Twenty-five (25) hours or six months (whichever occurs first) after:
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A new, rebuilt or overhauled engine is placed in service.
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One or more new engine cylinders and/or piston rings have been replaced.
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After every 25 hours of operation until oil consumption has stabilized.
WARNING
When performing this inspection, turn the Ignition Switch
OFF and disconnect engine electrical power. Do not stand or
place equipment within the arc of the propeller.
Procedure
WARNING
Correct all fuel or oil leaks. Flammable petroleum products
may ignite if exposed to an ignition source.
1.
Perform a visual inspection; correct any discrepancies.
2.
Determine oil consumption by reviewing engine log book service record. Oil
consumption greater than 1 quart for every 3 hours of operation suggests the
beginning of excessive consumption. If oil consumption exceeds ½ quart (½ liter) per
hour during normal engine operation, consumption is excessive, proceed to
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2a. If
consumption is acceptable, proceed to step 3.
a.
If oil consumption is excessive, troubleshoot according to the instructions in
Chapter 8, “Troubleshooting.”
b.
Perform a “Cylinder Borescope Inspection” according to Section 7-3.7.3.
c.
Service the engine with mineral oil conforming to SAEJ1966 rather than ashless
dispersant oil in step 4. Repeat this inspection after 25 hours of operation.
3.
Establish an oil analysis profile by collecting an oil sample according to the
instructions in “Oil Sample Collection” and submit the sample for analysis according
to “Spectrographic Oil Analysis” instructions in Chapter 9.
4.
Change the oil and filter according to the “Oil Change Procedure” in Chapter 9. Fill
the oil sump to the proper capacity with fresh, ashless dispersant oil.
5.
Remove and inspect the induction air filter. Clean or replace the filter if necessary.
Verify the air filter is installed properly; tighten any loose fastening hardware. With
the induction air filter installed, verify the induction air filter retainer is properly
installed and the attaching hardware is secure in accordance with the aircraft
manufacturer’s instructions.
6.
Complete the “Cylinder Drain Inspection” according to Section 7-3.15.