Section 8
Handling, Servicing, and Maintenance
Columbia 400 (LC41-550FG)
RC050002
Initial Issue of Manual: November 10, 2004
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Latest Revision Level/Date: -/11-10-2004
CAUTION
The profile of replacement tires that are not a recommended brand should be
measured precisely to ensure they are the same height and width. The use of
tires that have slightly larger profiles can cause damage to the tire and to the
wheel pant, particularly during landing operations.
ITEM
SPECIFICATIONS
PRESSURE
TYPE OF GAS
Nose Strut
N/A
250 psi
Nitrogen
Nose Gear Tire
5.00-5 (10 ply)
88 psi
Air
Main Gear Tires
6.00-6 (6-ply)
55 psi
Air
Figure 8 - 2
Normally, a trained mechanic adds brake fluid. However, this is an approved item of preventive
maintenance, and servicing by a private pilot who is the owner or operator is permitted. The
brake fluid levels shall be serviced according to instructions contained in the
Lancair Columbia
400 (LC41-550FG) Maintenance Manual
with MIL-H-5606 hydraulic fluid.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT CYCLES
The Columbia 400 has three separate batteries that require periodic replacement. While the
system batteries indicate their charge on the installed voltmeter and ammeter, the ELT battery
does not have a positive test to indicate its charge. The table below summarizes the replacement
cycles.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT CYCLES
BATTERY TYPE
BATTERY LOCATION
REPLACEMENT CYCLE
Emergency Locator Transmitter
(ELT) – Alkaline Type Battery
Aft of the baggage compartment hat
rack – Please see page 7-135 for
more information.
Every two years or when the battery
had been used for more than one
hour or used 50% if its power
System – Dry Sealed Lead-Acid
Type Battery (Two each)
Under the left side of the hat rack in
the baggage compartment.
Alternate replacement every two
years – First replace the right
battery, after two more years replace
the left battery. Alternate
replacement every two years.
However, if the battery fails to hold
a charge, it must be replaced.
Figure 8 - 3
OXYGEN SYSTEM SERVICING
When servicing the oxygen, only the following approved oxygen may be used:
Oxygen per Mil-O-27210
– Aviators Breathing Oxygen
To refill the oxygen supply use the following steps:
1. Set the Left Bus switch to ON
2. Set the Oxygen Switch to DISP.
3. Unscrew the filler port safety cap, and connect the service line to the Oxygen Service
fitting located in the aft baggage on the left hand side of the aircraft.