ENSTROM 280FX OPERATOR’S MANUAL
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Rev. 9
Report No. 28-AC-020
Nov 5/13
b. Servicing – Main Transmission
The transmission filler is located on the top of the
transmission. It has a spring-loaded cap and an o-ring for
proper sealing. A screen inside of the filler filters any
foreign material during replenishment.
(1) Reinstall the self-sealing base of the magnetic chip
detector, using .032” safety wire.
NOTE
It is permissible to safety the base fitting to the
pylon tube after wrapping tube with a suitable
protective tape.
(2) Service transmission with 5.5 pints of authorized
lubricant (reference Table 8-2).
(3) Visually inspect transmission for any evidence of
leaks.
5. Over-Running Clutch
Service the overrunning clutch as follows:
(1) Turn clutch until two screws are horizontal and the
third screw is above.
(2) Remove the top screw and one of the side screws. If
clutch is properly serviced, oil will seep from the
side hole.
(3) Add oil through top hole (reference Table 8-3). Due
to the location of the drilled oil passage, it is
possible for the sprags to partially block the hole,
so that the clutch will take oil very slowly. Adding
oil under pressure, using a spring-type oiler, can
speed servicing. Add oil until a positive stream of
oil comes from side hole.
(4) Rotate side hole slightly above horizontal and refill
again. Refer to Enstrom Service Information Letter
0079A.
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