ENSTROM 280FX OPERATOR’S MANUAL
8-19
Rev. 6
Report No. 28-AC-020
Feb 21/12
11. Chip Detectors
The main and tail rotor chip detectors are of the quick
release self-sealing type. They may be removed by
pushing up to disengage the lugs and turning one-
quarter turn counter-clockwise, and then pulling down.
After inspection and cleaning, they may be reinstalled by
aligning the lugs, pushing up and turning one-quarter
turn clockwise, and releasing up-pressure.
NOTE
Operators should ensure lugs lock into place and
inspect for leaks before returning aircraft to
service.
12. Autorotation RPM
a.
General
The autorotation RPM must be adjusted such that the
rotor RPM can be held in the operating range during
autorotation throughout the complete range of gross
weights and airspeeds. This adjustment was made
before the helicopter left the factory, and should not
need to be changed if the helicopter is operated out of a
base near sea level with the original blades. However, if
the helicopter is operated out of a base at an altitude of
6000 ft or higher, the autorotation RPM should be
checked and readjusted as necessary. In addition, if the
helicopter was operated out of a base above 6000 ft and
is moved to a lower altitude, the autorotation RPM
should be checked. Finally, the autorotation RPM should
be checked if the main rotor blades are overhauled or
changed. The procedure to check the autorotation RPM
is described below. The adjustment procedure is
described in Section 12 of the Maintenance Manual.
b.
Autorotation
Check
The autorotation RPM should be adjusted to comply with
the schedules shown in Figures 8-1 and 8-2. Figure 8-1
should be used if the helicopter is based at
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