Aircraft Technical Manual
Jabiru Aircraft
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J120, J160, J170, J200/J400, J230/J430, J250/J450 Variants
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Dated: 29th October 2014
Issued By: AS
Page: 39 of 298
Whenever the aircraft is not active or being maintained it is strongly recommended that the following
points are covered to prevent contamination and pest ingress:
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Pitot tube
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Static vent
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Engine air inlet
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Exhaust outlet
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Fuel tank vent(s)
WARNING
Ensure that fuel tank vent covers are not tight-fitting. A tight cap can prevent fuel vapours
escaping, pressurising the tank and severely damaging the tank and wings (for wing tanks).
CAUTION
Equip all covers with tags or other high-visibility devices to minimise the chance of inadvertent
operation with covers still fitted.
4.2.6 Tie Down
When tying the aircraft down in the open, head into the wind if possible. Secure control surfaces by
tying the control handle back firmly with the seat belts.
Then:
1.
Tie ropes to the top end of each wing strut or to the strut tie-down lug (if equipped). Secure
opposite end of the ropes to ground anchors located at approximately 30 degrees to the vertical,
outboard of the top wing attachment point. Ensure that the ropes have sufficient slack to not
strain the wing attachments should a tyre deflate while the aircraft is tied down.
2.
Tie rope to the Tail Tie-down Hole in the Ventral Fin. Secure the opposite end of rope to ground
anchors.
4.3
Storage
4.3.1 Flyable Storage
Flyable storage is defined as a maximum of 30 days non-operational storage.
Ensure that the engine has been stopped by turning off the fuel valve, thereby not leaving any fuel in
the carburettor bowl.
Every 7th day the propeller should be rotated through 5 revolutions, without running the engine.
Leave the propeller in the horizontal position to ensure even distribution of liquids in the wood. If left
in the vertical position, liquids will drain to the lower tip resulting in an unbalanced propeller.
CAUTION
Ensure that the Master and Ignition Switches are OFF before turning motor!
WARNING
Do not store MOGAS or fuels containing alcohol for longer than 30 days in a Jabiru aircraft. Refer
to Service Letter JSL007 for details.
Store under cover, away from direct sunlight.
In addition to the normal parking covers detailed in Section 4.2.5, openings in the engine cowl and
other similar openings should have protective covers fitted to prevent entry of foreign materials and
pests (especially wasps).
4.3.2 Returning Aircraft To Service
After flyable storage, returning the aircraft to service is accomplished by performing a thorough pre-
flight inspection. Ensure all protective covers are removed.
4.3.3 Temporary Or Indefinite Storage
Temporary storage is defined as aircraft in non-operational status for a maximum of 90 days.
Treat as for flyable storage (see Paragraph 3.1.7), plus:
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For temporary storage, fill fuel tank with AVGAS (to prevent moisture accumulation).