ENSTROM F-28F/280F SERIES MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Rev.
4
MM-4-70
Jun
21/12
4-71. Hoisting
(Figure 4-3)
A. If the main rotor hub is installed, install the lifting sling (T-0011) so that the arms are
between the pitch arm and the blade retention assembly, over the lead/lag retaining nut, and
outboard of the main rotor damper rod-end. The sling arms are long enough to be double
rapped if preferred.
B. If the main rotor hub is removed, install the lifting eye (T-0017) onto the main rotor
mast.
warning
The lifting device must have a lifting rating equal to or greater than the
actual weight of the aircraft to be hoisted.
C. Connect a suitable lifting device to the lifting sling or eye.
D. Station a person at the tail rotor guard to steady the aircraft when hoisted. If lifting
beyond reach from the ground, two people and two steadying ropes will be necessary.
E. Slowly hoist the aircraft using a steady lifting force.
4-72. Cleaning
4-73. Exterior – Cleaning
NOTE
The exterior of the aircraft is painted with a high quality paint. Proper
maintenance of this finish will provide corrosion protection as well as an
attractive finish.
NOTE
Do not wash the aircraft using pressure washing equipment.
A. Wash the exterior as follows:
(1) Check the security of all doors and access panels before starting the washing
operation.
(2) Flush the entire aircraft free of dirt.
NOTE
Avoid direct spraying of the main rotor hub, tail rotor assembly, and tail rotor
driveshaft bearings to prevent the loss of lubricant. These areas should be
purged with grease after washing to eliminate any moisture.
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