Jabiru Aircraft
Pilot Operating Handbook
Model J230-D
Revision:
6
28/2/2020
Page 38
4.4.2
Pre-flight Inspections
1.
Engine
Engine Oil ................................................CHECK using oil filler door.
Pull Through .............................................CARRY OUT as detailed below.
Before the first flight of the day the engine must be “pulled through” by hand. This is the process
of turning the propeller by hand. The compression of each cylinder in turn will be felt a resistance
as the propeller is turned. The engine should be rotated for a count of at least 8 compressions.
Master Switch............................................ OFF
Ignitions..................................................... OFF
Throttle ...................................................... Closed
Propeller.................................................... TURN by hand & observe engine for odd
noises or heavy movements. Check for
regular compression.
CAUTION:
Prior to pulling through the propeller by hand, the engine must be cold, both ignition circuits & the
Master Switch must be switched OFF, the brakes applied & throttle closed.
WARNING
A hot engine may fire with the ignition/s switched OFF. DO NOT pull through a hot engine.
CAUTION
Several causes of irregular compression
– such as leaking valves – can lead to extensive engine
damage if not addressed. The Jabiru Engine Maintenance Manual provides additional details.
2.
Propeller
Propeller ...................................................CHECK for damage & security
Spinner .....................................................CHECK for damage, wear, hardware.
3.
Nose Area General
Cowling ....................................................CHECK Security, rubbing on engine.
Leaks .......................................................CHECK cowl outlets for leakage of oil etc.
Nose Wheel ..............................................CHECK condition & pressure
Nose Leg ..................................................CHECK as given below.
Squat in front of the aircraft and push the nose from side to side, up & down by pressing on the
propeller. Some movement and flex in the nose leg is normal however excess movement & noises
indicate damage or wear which must be corrected.
4.
Left Wing
Leading Edge ...........................................CHECK for dents, cracks, hangar rash
Tip ............................................................CHECK for dents, cracks, hangar rash
Tip ............................................................SHAKE fwd-aft, up-dn: check for free-play*
Aileron ......................................................CHECK Security & Full & Free Movement
Aileron cable clamp ..................................CHECK secure through inspection window
Control Hinges ..........................................CHECK secure & pin retainers in place.
Flap ..........................................................CHECK Security
Left fuel cap ..............................................CHECK security
Landing Light ............................................CHECK security.
Wingtip Lights ...........................................CHECK security
Stall Warning Opening ..............................CHECK clear, tab not damaged.