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RANS S-20 RAVEN 

 

 

TEXT MANUAL

 

 

 

                                                                                                                            04/16/2015

 

05H-05 

31. 

Remove the gap seal and paint.  During final assembly,  glue the small 
foam tape to the flange that will rest against the fuselage frame. Attach the 
gap seal to the wing with the screws provided.   

32.

 

Installation of Flap Fillet will be done after 

WINDSHIELD INSTALLATION

.  

NOTE: The fillet flap is installed to the Baggage Window Trim Frame and 
closes the gap between Fuselage and Flap.  CAUTION:  When installing, 
do NOT drill into the Fuselage tubes. 

 

33. 

Install the assembled  Pitot/Static Tube through the previously drilled 3/4" 
hole in the left Wing Leading Edge Spar. Refer to 

WING SPAR 

ASSEMBLY

. Position the  aft end even  with the end of the Mount  Angle 

and secure with two hose clamps. 

NOTE:  Be sure the end  of the 

Pitot/Static Tube is downward in relation to the wing.

  

34. 

Connect Pitot and Static lines to their respective connectors in the wing.

 

Содержание S-20 RAVEN

Страница 1: ...09 01 2013 S 20 RAVEN TEXT MANUAL Serial Number Registration Number COPYRIGHT RANS DESIGNS 4600 HWY 183 Alt HAYS KANSAS USA 67601 785 625 6346 www rans com...

Страница 2: ...PARTS manual 3 Separate the sections with the tab inserts listed below 4 Cut out on solid lines fold on dotted line and slip in the labels to corresponding sections Tabs are designed for 1 1 4 Insert...

Страница 3: ...BELTS INTERIOR 10 OPTIONS 10 OPTIONS 11 RIGGING 11 RIGGING 12 WEIGHT BALANCE 12 WEIGHT BALANCE 13 OPERATIONS 13 OPERATIONS 00 GENERAL 00 GENERAL 01 FUSELAGE SYSTEMS 01 FUSELAGE SYSTEMS 02 CONTROL SYST...

Страница 4: ...RAVEN TEXT MANUAL 00 03 Labels for the exterior spine of each manual may be made from self stick labels The format below may be used RANS S 20 RAVEN TEXT MANUAL RANS S 20 RAVEN PARTS MANUAL RANS S 20...

Страница 5: ...09 01 2013 RANS S 20 RAVEN TEXT MANUAL 00 04 REVISION FORM Revision Pages Affected Description Date Original all Original Issue 09 01 2013...

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Страница 8: ...op Grip Dimpler for 1 8 holes Files Cleco Pliers Silver 40 Clecos Copper 30 Clecos Gold 11 Clecos POWER TOOLS Electric Hand Drill Small Electric Grinder Dremel Bench Disk Sander Soldering Gun Hot Knif...

Страница 9: ...f fractional drill bits ranging from 3 32 to 5 8 is strongly recommended In addition to these the following number bits will be required to assemble your S 20 RAVEN NUMBERED BITS FRACTIONAL BITS 40 1...

Страница 10: ...75 644 Pushbutton Switch Local Avionic shops can wire your avionic harnesses for you Switches circuit breakers and other electrical parts are also available from RANS Contact RANS Parts Department for...

Страница 11: ...s to inventory the parts using the packing list provided It is your job to keep all parts organized and accounted for We cannot provide missing parts cost free after 60 days Use the supplied pack list...

Страница 12: ...ERS BS BRAKE SYSTEM V VIEW CS CONTROL SYSTEM CV COVERING CW COWLING DR DOOR EL ELEVATOR EM EMPENNAGE ES ELECTRICAL SYSTEM EX EXHAUST FL FLAP FS FUEL SYSTEM FU FUSELAGE FW FIREWALL HS HORIZ STAB HW HAR...

Страница 13: ...exan STEEL PREPARATION Even though every care is taken to assure a safe arrival of your aircraft thoroughly inspect the fuselage as well as all other parts for the following unclosed welds nicks and d...

Страница 14: ...assembly ROD ENDS When installing rod ends and similar hardware be certain at least ten threads are engaged unless directed otherwise within the text CAUTION Rod Ends must be engaged a minimum of 10...

Страница 15: ...en a left hand side part is called out this means the planes left or your left if you were sitting in the cockpit looking forward SERIAL NUMBER Refer to FIGURE 00 03 for the serial number plate locati...

Страница 16: ...This acronym is often used to help remember the required documents OBTAINING AN N NUMBER Registration In order to register your plane it will be necessary to obtain an identification number for the pl...

Страница 17: ...should enclose that fee with your letter When To Obtain Your N Number If you plan to complete your kit within a very short time it is recommended that you obtain your N number right away If your proje...

Страница 18: ...the FAA it is a good idea to make an early contact with the FAA inspector s office nearest your home Members of the local EAA chapter or a local flying service may be able to help direct you to this...

Страница 19: ...ly be familiar with the procedures used by that DAR Different DAR s have slightly different procedures Some inspectors will help you fill out the paperwork at the time of inspection Others require tha...

Страница 20: ...r airplane is safe for operation Title 14 Aeronautics and Space Appendix D to Part 43 Scope and Detail of Items as Applicable to the Particular Aircraft To Be Included in Annual and 100 Hour Inspectio...

Страница 21: ...particles or foreign matter on screens and sump drain plugs If there is weak cylinder compression for improper internal condition and improper internal tolerances 4 Engine mount for cracks looseness...

Страница 22: ...nspection shall inspect where applicable all components and systems that make up the complete empennage assembly for poor general condition fabric or skin deterioration distortion evidence of failure...

Страница 23: ...4 Antenna including trailing antenna for poor condition insecure mounting and improper operation j Each person performing an annual or 100 hour inspection shall inspect where applicable each installed...

Страница 24: ...STALLED WEIGHT AND BALANCE EQUIPMENT LIST WINGS REMOVE INSPECTION PLATES FAIRINGS GENERAL INSPECTION OF THE EXTERIOR INTERIOR WING FLIGHT CONTROLS BALANCE WEIGHT FOR SECURITY FLIGHT CONTROLS PROPER AT...

Страница 25: ...MONOXIDE TEST ENSURE THE COCKPIT INSTRUMENTS ARE PROPERLY MARKED INSPECT INSTRUMENTS LINES FOR SECURITY CHECK CLEAN REPLACE INSTRUMENT FILTER INSPECT COCKPIT FRESH AIR VENTS HEATER VENTS FOR OPERATION...

Страница 26: ...ECK ANTI COLLISION LIGHT FOR OPERATION INSPECT ALL ANTENNA MOUNTS AND WIRING FOR SECURITY CHECK ALL GROUNDING WIRES ENGINE TO AIRFRAME WING TO AILERON FLAP ETC INSPECT RADIOS LEADS WIRES FOR ATTACHMEN...

Страница 27: ...EN TEXT MANUAL 00 26 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CHECK COOL DOWN PERIOD ENGINE SHUT DOWN PERFORM OIL HYDRAULIC AND FUEL LEAK CHECK PAPERWORK AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES RECORD FINDINGS AND SIGN OFF INSPECTION AND...

Страница 28: ...l tail However an aircraft on which marks at least 3 high may be displayed and in accordance with 45 29 b 1 the marks may be displayed vertically on the vertical tail surface 2 If displayed on the fus...

Страница 29: ...The identification plate containing these essential elements must be of fireproof material and must be secured in such a manner that it will not likely be defaced or removed during normal service or...

Страница 30: ...means for complying with these requirements MARKINGS AND PLACARDS The markings and placards necessary for the safe operation and handling of the aircraft should be displayed in a conspicuous place and...

Страница 31: ...ting speed if applicable LANDING GEAR If a retractable landing gear is used an indicator should be marked so that the pilot can at any time ascertain that the wheels are secured in their extreme posit...

Страница 32: ...ed acrobatic maneuvers and the recommended entry airspeed for each If inverted flight maneuvers are not approved the placard must have a notation to this effect BAGGAGE PLACARD The maximum baggage loa...

Страница 33: ...the FAA inspector will acquaint you with the requirements for a mandatory flight test and proving period This flying will be confined to an assigned flight area approved by the FAA Inspector The prese...

Страница 34: ...f the flight test period to be required for your aircraft He is permitted to exercise considerable discretion in extending or in reducing the number of hours required to be flown during this period FL...

Страница 35: ...t entirely normal that occur during the flight experience period should also be duly recorded Although not required it is strongly recommended that all operating data be recorded flight by flight Such...

Страница 36: ...AR part 43 The repairman has to include the aircraft total time in service the name the signature and the certificate type number of the repairman or A P who does the examination A P mechanics must do...

Страница 37: ...nths from date of shipment of the manufacturer or the first 100 operation hours 2 Procedure At the time of purchase the Purchaser will choose which service center he wants to use for warranty service...

Страница 38: ...s in the general chart refer to headings in the detailed flow charts S 20 TAIL SURFACES S 20 FUSELAGE S 20 WINGS PRE COVERING ASSEMBLY PRE COVERING ASSEMBLY PRE COVERING ASSEMBLY S 20 TAIL SURFACES S...

Страница 39: ...R SIDE FORMERS o OUTER BELLY FORMERS o CENTER BELLY FORMER o VERTICAL STABILIZER RIB ELT AND COMMUNICATION ANTENNA INSTALLATION o ELT ANTENNA MOUNT PLATE o COMMUNICATION ANTENNA MOUNT PLATE BAGGAGE WI...

Страница 40: ...09 01 2013 RANS S 20 RAVEN TEXT MANUAL 00 39 COVERING Refer to Section 8 PAINTING Manual does not provide guidance for painting...

Страница 41: ...SURFACES FINAL ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION Complete all items listed Refer to Section 2 and complete the following items AILERON CABLE SYSTEM INSTALLATION FUSELAGE FLAP LEVER ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION R...

Страница 42: ...D COOLING SYSTEM INSTALLATION RADIATOR DUCT INSTALLATION LUBRICATION SYSTEM ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION MUFFLER ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION THROTTLE CONTROL INSTALLATION CHOKE CONTROL ASSEMBLY BATTERY BOX...

Страница 43: ...NSTALLATION o FIT UP o INSTALLATION DOOR ASSEMBLY LEXAN AND TRIM DOOR LATCH AND DOOR INSTALLATION Refer to Section 1 and complete the following items SEAT ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION o ASSEMBLY o INSTAL...

Страница 44: ...n 1 and complete the following items HORIZONTAL STABILIZER AND ELEVATOR ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION o FIT UP AND PRE COVERING ASSEMBLY PREP AND PRIME HORIZONTAL STAB AND ELEVATOR FRAMES o FIT UP AND PRE...

Страница 45: ...ASSEMBLY o INSTALLATION Refer to Section 11 and complete the following items CONTROL SURFACE MASS BALANCE o ELEVATOR Refer to Section 1 and complete the following items HORIZONTAL STABILIZER AND ELEV...

Страница 46: ...SSEMBLY AILERON BELL CRANK AND CABLE INSTALLATION WING WING RIB SHEET METAL INSTALLATION o WING RIB ASSEMBLY o WING RIB INSTALLATION o RIB STRINGER INSTALLATION o UPPER AND LOWER ROOT SKINS o LEADING...

Страница 47: ...ING TIP ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION o WING TIP FIT UP AND ASSEMBLY o INSTALLATION ROOT SKIN INSTALLATION o INSTALLATION LIFT STRUT ASSEMBLY o INSPECTION OF STRUTS o ASSEMBLY FUEL LINE AND VENT INSTALLAT...

Страница 48: ...tations 4 5 and 6 2 Mark the location of the tubes where they contact the former centerline Remove the former and drill 1 4 holes at these locations through the bottom side of the former only 3 Re ins...

Страница 49: ...from the fuselage with plastic washers Use the washers to achieve a smooth flow of the former Refer to FIGURE 01 08 for washers required at each securing location 13 Drill a 40 hole through the former...

Страница 50: ...lightly between the holes at the notch locations 19 The rib is mounted on top of the vertical stabilizer frame cross brace and is riveted from the topside to the 3 welded tabs Refer to FIGURE 01 19 NO...

Страница 51: ...NOTE Do NOT rivet the most forward rivet on the ELT antenna mount plate at this time This rivet will be installed together with the skylight 22 Drill ELT Mount Tray tangs to 11 23 Install Tinnerman n...

Страница 52: ...holes in Trim Panel will be used to attach Window and Capture Ring Cleco as you drill 29 Rivet Trim Panel to fuselage tabs INSTALLING BAGGAGE WINDOW 30 Install Baggage Window after covering and paint...

Страница 53: ...he fuselage on sturdy sawhorses 4 Install the landing gear using the hardware shown in the Parts Drawings Refer to FIGURE 01A 04 for location on Fuselage 5 Top Main Gear Clamp Plate should be orientat...

Страница 54: ...ake assembly will be orientated to the aft and down CAUTION Be sure to safety wire the bolts holding the brake disk for Taildragger installations The tire pressure should be approximately 20 psi for T...

Страница 55: ...the two 1 25 inch tapered roller bearing used on the WE51 will produce 18 26 inch pounds of torque drag when properly installed A light coating of grease on the seal will help reduce the drag on initi...

Страница 56: ...ification of these tangs refer to HORIZONTAL STABILIZER ELEVATOR ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION It is also possible to only finger tighten these two bolts and to attach the tangs later when the tail is install...

Страница 57: ...e nose wheel Install the wheel tire assembly into the nose fork by first checking axle insertion into the hub bearings If the axle will not slide into the wheel spin sand it on a belt or disc sander I...

Страница 58: ...13 01B 03 TAIL TIE DOWN INSTALLATION NOTE Tail Tie Down is only use on Trike Installations 16 Select all the parts for the nose gear except for the steering rods and linkages These will be assembled d...

Страница 59: ...side of the leading edge spar of the elevator Rivet in position as per parts manual and disassemble elevators from horizontal stabs 5 Mark and drill the aft hole for the elevator horn attach on both e...

Страница 60: ...rod in the drill use some plastic or tape around the end to protect the treads Use a fine file first and polish afterwards using Scotch Brite or fine wet dry paper Do not worry the rods are plenty str...

Страница 61: ...ring 27 Place the exit fairing centered on top of the exit ring Refer to FIGURE 01C 27 for fairing orientation Check for clearance to servo and transfer drill 40 through the exit ring Cleco as you go...

Страница 62: ...TOR 36 Bolt both elevators at their hinge points to the corresponding horizontal stabilizer 37 Lubricate hinge points and check for free movement without binding or excessive friction 38 Connect eleva...

Страница 63: ...th trim tab halves and both horns as desired AFTER PAINT OF TAB 8 Drill the two holes in center rib doubler and center rib to 30 and rivet doubler to center rib Refer to FIGURE 01D 08 and the parts ma...

Страница 64: ...un the servo to the half travel position You can do this by applying current to the appropriate wires and moving the servo to its limiting positions Make a pencil mark on the servo arm for each limit...

Страница 65: ...he metal floorboard when drilling through the tabs Deburr holes 2 Remove floorboard and install nut plates to tabs per parts manual page Apply Black Foam Tape to all tubes and tabs that contact the fl...

Страница 66: ...sert nut end of these swivel bushings face inboard on the inboard pedals HINT Install the 3 16 bolt into the inboard swivel bushings before assembly Slightly rounding the corners of the bolt head will...

Страница 67: ...and drill a 30 hole on the interior side of each retaining collar through the leading edge spar of the rudder Rivet collars in position as per parts manual 4 Remove rudder from fuselage The rudder fra...

Страница 68: ...be tight with the springs compressed about half of the full amount Adjust spring tension by removing chain links Loose steer springs will cause indefinite steering Bend the upper inner hook of the st...

Страница 69: ...o Rudder Pedals for rigging until Closeout is installed CAUTION Do NOT proceed with flight with Rudder Cables temporarily attached 16 Attach Rudder Cables to bolt extending inboard from Rudder pedals...

Страница 70: ...brake cylinders as per parts manual using thread sealant Refer to FIGURE 01H 06 7 Bolt brake cylinder to the fuselage tangs and to the rudder pedals via the U bracket as shown in the parts manual Adj...

Страница 71: ...p AFTER INSTRUMENT PANEL AND FIREWALL INSTALLATION 14 Mount the park brake control cable in the instrument panel as shown in the parts manual and in FIGURE 01H 14 Refer to Instrument Panel Installatio...

Страница 72: ...of the Bottom will be on top of the tabs at Station 3 4 Adjust the assembly up or down at each side until the Sides lap about half way onto the fuselage tube Tape in place 5 Press the forward end of t...

Страница 73: ...de Transfer drill through all tabs Transfer drill 30 through pre located holes in flanges of Sides Final size drill to 11 12 Cut Support Angles to length per FIGURE 01I 12 Locate per FIGURE 01I 12 Tri...

Страница 74: ...of the baggage compartment BAGGAGE COMPARTMENT INSTALLATION INSTALLATION AFTER COVERING AND PAINTING OF FUSELAGE 16 Cover interior of Baggage Compartment with lightweight fabric or paint as desired 1...

Страница 75: ...e Seat Back Frame prior to the lumbar bend Drill them out to 11 using the frame holes as a guide Bolt a set of Seat Plates to each leg of the Seat Back Frame Refer to FIGURE 01J 04 for orientation Ori...

Страница 76: ...om fuselage Transfer drill 30 and rivet in place 14 Position the 3 pieces of the Seat Back Plate KPST0073 1 thru 3 Refer to FIGURE 01J 14 Drill and rivet 15 Fit up OPTIONAL SEAT HEADREST at this time...

Страница 77: ...2015 01J 03 21 Press Slider Block onto covered Seat Bottom Frame with hole aligned with burned hole NOTE The long leg of Slider block should be to inside of Seat Bottom Frame Rivet in place 22 Re ins...

Страница 78: ...rest Frame in place with 3 16 bolts Transfer drill 11 the second set of holes Refer to FIGURE 01J 26 27 Remove the Headrest Frame and drill the Seat Back Frame to 1 4 Install Rivet nuts Refer to FIGUR...

Страница 79: ...ns riveted under the square seat rail Check to be sure seat has locked in position 34 To aid exiting and entering the aircraft adjust seat to aft most position 35 The seat is also adjustable in reclin...

Страница 80: ...ATIONS BEFORE DRILLING 3 To install the fuel fittings into the tank obtain a piece of wire Safety wire works well Insert wire through one of the fitting holes in the tank and up through the filler nec...

Страница 81: ...o the fuel valve using thread sealant Refer to FIGURE 01K 09 and the parts manual 10 Remove the handle from the fuel valve and install the valve to the two tabs of the fuselage steel frame NOTE Valve...

Страница 82: ...Header Tank Be sure to orientate the switch to allow electrical continuity closed circuit when installed Use a continuity tester Ohmmeter to be sure Refer to FIGURE 11B 10 912 As the header tank fills...

Страница 83: ...alling fittings NOTE If it is anticipated that the plane will be converted between Trike and Taildragger then it is recommended to install sump drains in both locations DOUBLE TRIPLE CHECK HOLE LOCATI...

Страница 84: ...lamps to secure tank to mount NOTE Use tank as a guide to bend Mount Channels to fit IMPORTANT Mount Channels have different height flanges Please locate per parts manual 30 Fabricate and install a fu...

Страница 85: ...Install Low Fuel Warning Switch into Header Tank Be sure to orientate the switch to allow electrical continuity closed circuit when installed Use a continuity tester Ohmmeter to be sure Refer to FIGUR...

Страница 86: ...k link tube as per FIGURE 02 05 Assemble the unit to the control stick connector tubes Adjust the control sticks parallel using the rod end IMPORTANT Make sure the Rod End is engaged at least 10 full...

Страница 87: ...osen bolts slightly if movement is restrictive Re check 8 Route Trim and Push to talk wires through hole in base of Control Sticks Install Mac Control Stick Grip per manufacturer s instructions 9 If n...

Страница 88: ...as to restrict pivoting of assembly 4 Bolt Rod End in forward end of 12 Push Pull tube to lower hole in Control Stick Torque Tube IMPORTANT Make sure Rod End is engaged at least 10 full threads 5 Modi...

Страница 89: ...11 all the way through This procedure will assure the yoke is installed 90 degrees to the 1 4 hole at the forward end Refer to FIGURE 02B 05 Bolt Elevator Yoke to Push Pull Tube INSTALLATION AFTER COV...

Страница 90: ...Cable from wing through Pulley Assembly at upper Station 3 and down to Pulley Assembly at lower Station 3 Cable then routes forward and connects to Turnbuckle attached to end of Aileron Control Stick...

Страница 91: ...Install the Flap Trip Release Tube with End Caps installed 6 Depress and rotate the Flap Trip Release Tube until the 1 4 hole is lined up with the slot in the Handle Install the 1 4 bolt and 3 8 diam...

Страница 92: ...ON CABLE SYSTEM INSTALLATION FUSELAGE Route toward center of fuselage under Baggage Compartment area and forward through hoops welded to Station 2A 14 Disconnect Rod Ends from Flap Lever Assembly and...

Страница 93: ...holes 5 Before final installing Engine Mount be sure to place two 1 4 Thick Washers between left side of Engine Mount and Firewall These washers will help set the engine offset 6 Remove the mount fro...

Страница 94: ...olant hose attached to AFT cylinder head coolant fitting Install the S shaped radiator hoses from aft cylinder head coolant fittings to lower water pump fittings The S end will attach to the lower wat...

Страница 95: ...ater as they are needed It is important to note that all dimensions are for reference only You must verify all locations This may require temporary installation of the engine 3 Locate hole for engine...

Страница 96: ...low Bottle to firewall Refer to COOLING SYSTEM INSTALLATION AFTER FINAL INSTALL OF ENGINE MOUNT 9 Route 3 8 Black Overflow Hose from Oil Tank to Oil Tank Vent Tube Secure both ends with Safety Wire NO...

Страница 97: ...Install Hose Clamps Tighten all connections INSTALLATION WITH OPTIONAL GASCOLATOR 6 The Gascolator Mount should have been riveted to the firewall during ENGINE ACCESSORY INSTALLATION 7 Install fitting...

Страница 98: ...02 RETURN LINE INSTALLATION 10 Route line from Restricted Banjo Fitting atop the Clamp Block attached to Compensating Tube of the engine to firewall fitting Cut to length and attach 90 degree fitting...

Страница 99: ...both right and left aft fittings Trim hose as required to prevent binding Transfer drill lower center welded tab on Station 1 to 1 4 3 Attach Radiator Support Tube to top of Radiator with Cushion Clam...

Страница 100: ...Ducts together per parts manual 15 Cut Trimlock to length to fit AFT flanges of Duct Assembly and press into place 16 Position Duct Assembly under Engine Mount and secure with Cushion Clamps to Engin...

Страница 101: ...e so the fan is blowing air down and back into the cabin Check for possible interference with panel instruments and Rudder Pedals Use Cushion Clamps to secure to the tubes 23 Route Heater Hose from He...

Страница 102: ...he firewall will need to be cut with a hot knife to fit around the clamp or remove the cushion off the clamp to allow clearance Tie the hoses together with Plastic Ties IMPORTANT Double check to be su...

Страница 103: ...that might cause O ring failure Inspect the Cooler port threads for any buildup of coating If needed gently clean threads Apply light petroleum oil to port threads 5 Lubricate O ring of fittings by co...

Страница 104: ...n the oil bottle and MUST route to the fitting on the bottom of the engine Failure to route the oil lines properly will result in engine failure 11 Fill the Oil Cooler and pickup side with oil using a...

Страница 105: ...When an oil pressure indication is achieved stop cranking 20 Install the spark plugs and start the engine Watch the oil pressure gauge as the engine starts After the engine starts allow 10 seconds fo...

Страница 106: ...ut two segments each 1 3 8 long from the 3 4 O D Rubber Hose Insert between the bolt heads in the isolator assembly until flush on each end Safety wire inner hose in place as shown in FIGURE 03E 03 NO...

Страница 107: ...ling has been installed and proper positioning has been verified 9 Slide the Muffler Extension over the exhaust pipe on the Muffler until bottomed Position with the lower 45 degree cut facing aft See...

Страница 108: ...cket to right side of engine gearbox 5 Secure Heater Duct Hose to inlet Heater Flange on Heater Wrap with a Hose Clamp Route Hose to Angle Bracket bolted to gear box and cut to length 6 Slip Inlet Tub...

Страница 109: ...rews with Loctite into Reverse Cable Stop Make sure control knob and slide of Air Diverter are all the way forward Trim control wire to length Tighten small Set Screws to retain wire HINT Removing Air...

Страница 110: ...panel Secure with lock washer and retaining nut 4 Install Rubber Grommets to lower set of 5 16 holes below Regulator Rectifier on Firewall and route cables through Refer back to FIGURE 03A 02 5 Route...

Страница 111: ...ewall and route cables through Refer back to FIGURE 03A 02 5 Route cables to each Carburetor leaving slack to allow for engine movement and maintenance of carburetor NOTE Choke Control can be pulled o...

Страница 112: ...d lower mount holes in Mount Plate and cleco 5 Slip Battery into assembly Align free edge of Plates pull Front Plate against battery Check to see if Battery can be slid in and out If battery cannot be...

Страница 113: ...niversal Cable from grounding lug on AFT end of Starter housing to the NEGATIVE side of Battery IMPORTANT Do NOT attach the ground cable to the battery until all wiring is complete and you are ready t...

Страница 114: ...he Spinner Dome in the circle and mark the Dome at lines 5 Glue the Prop template to poster board and cut out Align one edge of the template on a mark and tape to the Dome Draw the opening on the Dome...

Страница 115: ...t 3 16 bolt to hold the nut plate centered while drilling the ears 40 NOTE Counter sink the 40 holes to allow the heads of the rivets to sit flush with the Backing Plate flange See FIGURE 03K 11 Set t...

Страница 116: ...wer Cowls to 1 Trim joggle areas of lower Cowl to 3 4 Refer to FIGURE 03L 03 A Dremel tool with a reinforced cut off wheel works well for cutting A drum sander works well for smoothing 4 Remove AFT fl...

Страница 117: ...the lower Cowl overlaps onto the Boot Cowl Strip will allow the upper Cowl to lay flusher with the Boot Cowl Refer back to FIGURE 03L 03 14 Apply 2 wide masking tape to the lower Cowling below the jo...

Страница 118: ...cally and transfer drill 40 though receptacle Remove receptacle 28 Step drill Receptacle holes to 5 16 Refer to FIGURE 03L 28 NOTE Rivet holes in the cowling may be countersunk for a more flush fit IM...

Страница 119: ...using measuring tools provided with the prop to the following for a starting point Adjustment may be required after Static RPM is checked Whirl Wind 20 5 per manufacturer s instructions Warp Drive 14...

Страница 120: ...er Dome to the Spinner Backing Plate Refer to 12 SPINNER ASSEMBLY 8 Before first test flight lock brakes chock wheels and tie the tail to prevent unintentional aircraft run away when checking Static R...

Страница 121: ...supply gauges with the kit 1 Refer to ENGINE INSTALLATION and Engine Manufacturer s documentation for specific information on engine electrical systems 2 Refer to parts page for installation of the s...

Страница 122: ...nd of both the Leading and Trailing Spars refer to FIGURE 05 02 and 05 02A You must also determine the forward and aft side to each spar span wise 3 IMPORTANT Double check that you have the spars corr...

Страница 123: ...ng the Drag Brace as a handle insert the Doubler into the Spar from the root end until the center hole in the Doubler is in line with the Channel s center hole in the Spar Using the center hole cleco...

Страница 124: ...pacer Bushings are slightly too long and may have to be filed down to the outer dimension of the Spar tubing 21 Drill out the Long Wing Channel and the U Bracket to allow for the 1 4 Bolts 22 Bolt the...

Страница 125: ...e parts drawing for orientation of each Compression Tube NOTE Do NOT tighten the rear bolt on the Bell Crank Compression Tube at this time 29 Install the Jury Strut Bracket to the forward bolt retaini...

Страница 126: ...s correct Center the pre drilled 40 hole in the Tip Bow with the pre drilled 30 hole in the Spars and chase drill the Tip Bow to 30 and cleco Remove one cleco at a time and drill out the four holes to...

Страница 127: ...est is to fill the tank with water and let it sit for approximately 48 hours DOUBLE TRIPLE CHECK HOLE LOCATIONS BEFORE DRILLING 2 Locate and drill three 3 1 2 diameter holes for the fuel fittings at t...

Страница 128: ...l Tank in position resting on both the Root Compression Tube and the Outer Tank Support pull the Outer Tank Support into place against the tank NOTE The AFT end of the Outer Tank Support is cut diagon...

Страница 129: ...re that the mounting hole for the Vent is orientated OUTBOARD and the Fuel Cap opening tab is orientated AFT Final installation will be completed later FUEL LINE INSTALLATION WING AFTER WING FRAME ASS...

Страница 130: ...he Bell Crank Arm Assemblies at this time NOTE The Lower Bell Crank Arm will need to be swung out of the way to rivet the Rib to the Rib Reinforcement during Rib Installation Do not forget the Spacer...

Страница 131: ...ing is recommended between the Ribs and Rib Clips 1 Select the necessary parts as shown in the parts drawing Refer to FIGURE 05C 01 for Rib location and position numbering 2 The ribs are pre pressed a...

Страница 132: ...for Rib locations 4 11 Orientate with tabs facing inboard Rivet Clips to Spars 9 Modify Ribs per FIGURES 05C 09 thru 05C 09B Install Tinnerman Clips to lower flange of Root Rib 10 Rivet Rib Clips to o...

Страница 133: ...co Rib 2 from the Spars to aid in access for riveting Do NOT forget to rivet the Outboard Stringers with the Inboard Stringers at Rib 3 Re cleco Rib 2 to the Spars 18 Modify Tip Rib Stringer per FIGUR...

Страница 134: ...Stiffeners will face AFT 27 Cleco Root Skin Stiffeners to upper side of Lower Root Skin Riveted flange of Stiffeners will face AFT 28 Rivet Stiffeners to Root Skins 29 Cleco Lower Root Skin to Root a...

Страница 135: ...required hole size Clean debris from tank Install fuel fittings if not already done 41 Modify Cover Ring per FIGURE 05C 41 Orientate Scupper per FIGURE 05C 41A Cleo Scupper Capture Ring and Cover Ring...

Страница 136: ...ng of the Tip Wrap The Tip Wrap will lay under the Leading Edge wrap when final installed 47 Slip the Tip Wrap under the Leading Edge Wrap and position the Tip Wrap around the Leading Edge Spar and Ti...

Страница 137: ...ed to the Spar with ONLY the adhesive It is important that you make a good bond between the Wrap and the Spar CAUTION Do NOT drill or install any rivets into the Spar HINT Masking tape on the Spar jus...

Страница 138: ...Assembly and should extend out of the AFT side of the Wing Root approximately 3 at this time 63 Use the pre located hole in each Rib per FIGURE 05C 62 Wrap the Pitot and Static Lines with Anti chafe T...

Страница 139: ...Cable as per FIGURE 05C 68 and secure with plastic ties as shown to the Compression Tube and Inner Drag Brace NOTE In the Left Wing the Pitot and Static Lines secure together with the Flap Teleflex Ca...

Страница 140: ...AND PAINT 5 Use a hot iron a soldering iron or wood burning tool works well to burn holes through the fabric at the attach points for the Flap Hinges the Flap and Aileron Attach Angles and through Dra...

Страница 141: ...stance between the Hinges and cut the Gap Seal to length with 45 degree miters on each end See FIGURE 05D 13 HINT Cut the ends square then use a disk sander to miter the 45 degree ends 15 Position the...

Страница 142: ...g of the Aileron Push Pull Tube Exit Refer to FIGURE 05D 19 NOTE Cutouts in the Flap Cable Exit will be made during WING INSTALLATION 20 Center the Exits on the Exit Reinforcement Rings on the Wing Tr...

Страница 143: ...nd should be sanded out with 250 350 and finally 400 grit wet or dry sandpaper Sanding out such defects is an effective way of restoring the strut to a safe full strength status Any nicks or scratches...

Страница 144: ...ith Bolt and clecos Remove one cleco at a time and rivet with Stainless Steel Rivets CCPQ 64 9 Check the fit of Upper Strut Fittings on the Strut Attach Plates on the Wing File out the inside of the f...

Страница 145: ...5F 04 Tape the Wing Tip in place to avoid movement 5 Use a hole finder to mark and drill 40 holes in the Wing Tip to match the pre drilled holes in the Tip Rib Cleco as you drill making sure the Wing...

Страница 146: ...and Static lines 4 Be sure all hardware is installed in fuel tanks for Fuel Withdrawals and Fuel Sight Gauges Cleco Root Closeouts to Root Rib Position Sight Gauge Decal centered between the Grommets...

Страница 147: ...it is more comfortable to have two helpers Refer to parts page 005 01 1 Drill out the 1 U Brackets stainless steel to fit a 5 16 Bolt Drill the attach hole for the Fuselage only 2 Bolt the 1 U Bracke...

Страница 148: ...e shown in the parts manual 10 Temporarily insert the forward wing attach bolt through the Leading Edge Spar into the Wing Carry Thru Bushing 11 Connect the FWD Lift Strut to the Strut Attach Plate at...

Страница 149: ...gation in the front hole 14 Insert Leading Edge Spar Attachment Bolt and tighten Tighten bolt enough to take out play 15 Connect the upper end of the Aft Lift Strut to the Lift Strut Plate at the Trai...

Страница 150: ...nt using the supplied small screws Use Loctite and safety wire the drilled head bolts of the Jury Struts in place Tighten all attachment bolts and nuts 25 Refer to AILERON CABLE SYSTEM INSTALLATION FU...

Страница 151: ...talled to the Baggage Window Trim Frame and closes the gap between Fuselage and Flap CAUTION When installing do NOT drill into the Fuselage tubes 33 Install the assembled Pitot Static Tube through the...

Страница 152: ...ar Collar NOTE Opening may need to be modified for Nose Gear installation 6 When satisfied with fit transfer drill 30 through welded tabs on the fuselage Use a wood block on the Bottom for support whe...

Страница 153: ...ed firmly to a vise or table It works best to form the large radius and taper to no radius at the aft end of the panel HINT It may be wise to test your forming skills on a piece of scrap sheet metal 1...

Страница 154: ...end of modified Spacer Strip and flush with forward edge of Top and Side skins Trim lower end to be flush with inboard edge of skin 25 All Skins should be flush with each other on the forward end Trim...

Страница 155: ...of the tubes 33 Rivet Firewall Support Angles to Firewall 34 Deburr all parts as needed Apply High Temp Silicone Seal to flange of Bottom Skin to seal against Firewall Rivet Boot Cowl Side Skins to t...

Страница 156: ...cut the large opening and place eyeball vent behind panel to locate the perimeter holes 39 Use the eyeball vent and transfer drill through the hose adaptor flange 40 After mounting the Instrument Pan...

Страница 157: ...embly 3 Cleco Instrument Panel to Instrument Panel Frame Transfer drill Panel mount holes to 11 Un cleco panel and rivet nutplates to forward side of Panel Frame NOTE Instrument Sub panel will also ri...

Страница 158: ...12 Using contact cement spray 3M SUPER 77 Multipurpose Spray Adhesive may be used glue foam to Top Skins up to the marked line and allow to dry Trim foam to marked line and aft edge of Visor HINT Spli...

Страница 159: ...Mount Plates to correct width Trim the forward ends as needed to clear Station 1 21 If full height of Mount Plates is not required trimming to half height is acceptable 22 Fabricate aluminum angle su...

Страница 160: ...L 12 29 2016 06A 04 INSTALLATION AFTER COVERING AND PAINTING 26 Install Sub Panel along with Panel Frame and Instrument Panel 27 Install Throttle Cable and Choke Cables in Sub Panel route through fire...

Страница 161: ...y be fit up before final assembly without the wings skylight and skylight ribs installed Boot Cowl must also be on the fuselage to fit up the Windshield If fuel is spilled on Lexan wipe clean with a c...

Страница 162: ...indshield stays tight against the Hold Down Strip and is clamped tight to Station 2 Vertical Tube HINT It may be easier to drill the Strip off the plane then replace and drill through Windshield and C...

Страница 163: ...off just behind the aft attach tab If aft mount tab extends above rib then trim tab as needed 17 The Center Rib mounts to the underside of the forward center tab and on top of the aft tab Transfer dr...

Страница 164: ...abs Skylight should be centered on the fuselage Make sure Ribs are centered on holes in Mating Strip Use a marker and draw a line on the protective plastic on each side of the Outer and Center Ribs Ma...

Страница 165: ...ke sure to mark Trim Strips as to location FINAL ASSEMBLY 35 Apply 1 2 black foam tape to the top of each rib and top of center and outer mounting tabs on carry thru Apply 1 2 black foam tape across t...

Страница 166: ...tart drilling and installing clecos from the BOTTOM to the top A total of 9 rivets are used to retain the cuff to the windshield Locate and mark for 9 rivets along the edge with a 1 4 edge distance 42...

Страница 167: ...o use the small brass washers to back up the rivets Use extra care in placing the washers make sure they are up against the Lexan before pulling the rivet 46 Apply a small fillet of Silicon Seal to th...

Страница 168: ...age Tweak Door Frame fwd or aft as needed for clearance Door should open and close without hitting the Fuselage tubes AFTER PAINTING DOOR FRAME Re check Door Frame for proper dimension as above 3 Posi...

Страница 169: ...yer around inside and outside of the Door Frame Peel back the top layer of protective layer only past the holes in the frame Transfer drill 30 through Lexan Cleco as you go 13 Trim edges to door frame...

Страница 170: ...centerline Cleco as you drill 19 Drill through Door Lexan at the lower bushing locations and de bur 20 Rivet all parts together NOTE A few of the rivets will require squeezing to flatten the extending...

Страница 171: ...and with a drift punch inserted into the pivot bushing tweak accordingly 32 Apply 1 2 Black Foam Tape to inside of Door Trim The Foam Tape will aid in sealing against the Fuselage 33 Pin the Door Asse...

Страница 172: ...Station 3 vertical tube 40 After the wings have been attached pin the Door Assembly in place on the Fuselage 41 Press end of Gas Spring over Ball Stud on the Fuselage IMPORTANT The Cylinder portion of...

Страница 173: ...your covering irons as described A model airplane iron is also useful in shrinking up tight areas A regular clothing iron may be used for over all shrinking The best ones are the old Steel irons New...

Страница 174: ...to look good then here is how to do it Use a straight edge or a round template and a soft pencil to mark the outline of the patch on the fabric Use sizing material and a soft brush to size along the c...

Страница 175: ...covering check using the following items Assembly completed as per parts manual Aileron cables installed Flap Teleflex Cable installed Fuel lines installed Fuel system leak tested Pitot and static lin...

Страница 176: ...ion at this time 15 Glue down the fabric on top of the Fuel Tank Cover sheet metal and the Leading Edge Wrap sheet metal Apply thin glue with a brush through the fabric surface 16 Turn the wing bottom...

Страница 177: ...Make sure the Cover Strap is centered over the holes in the ribs 29 Use a hot knife with a pointed tip or a soldering iron and melt through the Cover Strap and the fabric into the Rib holes 30 Cut th...

Страница 178: ...terline of Tip Bow and ending on AFT centerline of the Tip Bow TRAILING EDGE SPAR TIP BOW 2 tape centered on AFT centerline of the Trailing Edge Spar over lapping the lower fabric seam by 1 4 starting...

Страница 179: ...eading Edge Spar and then glued to the fabric at the Trailing Edge Spar Refer to FIGURE 08B 05 7 The fabric should extend past both ends of frames about 2 8 Glue bottom fabric to Leading Edge Spar cut...

Страница 180: ...ived nut plates Rudder pedal attach tabs received nut plates Control Stick attach tabs received nut plates Rudder pulleys at Station 7 installed Rudder Cables routed through pulleys at Station 7 Forwa...

Страница 181: ...om the bottom to the Top Former top center of fuselage including the left side of the vertical stabilizer Trim off the excess fabric 13 Bond the fabric to the bottom Longeron Trim the fabric as shown...

Страница 182: ...d tip or a soldering iron and melt through the cover strap and the fabric into the rib holes 27 Cut the melted build up on top of the Lexan straps off using a razor blade 28 Insert a rivet in each hol...

Страница 183: ...d 08C 34 NOTE All exit rings reinforcement rings drain grommets the rudder cable exit fairing and the vertical stabilizer rib receive a fabric patch on top 35 Iron all surface tapes and patches concen...

Страница 184: ...tubes as shown in FIGURE 08D 06 Cut the fabric in the corners around the stabilizer attach bushings 7 Let dry and iron all fabric edges down 8 Pre iron the fabric surface only enough to take wrinkles...

Страница 185: ...t in each hole and rivet 17 Apply drain grommets to the bottom side patches and tapes in this order Refer to FIGURE 08D 17 NOTE Only the right horizontal stabilizer receives a seaplane grommet on the...

Страница 186: ...take wrinkles out 8 Glue fabric second side all the way around the frame tubes and past the centerline as shown in FIGURE 08D 06 9 Let dry and pre iron the surface only enough to take wrinkles out Le...

Страница 187: ...to FIGURE 08D 06 You have to cut the fabric in the corners around the moving part of the hinge and the trim tab attach 6 Let dry and iron all fabric edges down 7 Pre iron the fabric surface only enoug...

Страница 188: ...TEXT MANUAL 09 01 2013 08F 02 16 Iron all surface tapes and patches concentrating on the pinked edges Use care not to distort the tape or patches Apply one coat of thinned adhesive to all patches and...

Страница 189: ...the elastic bands on the lap belts and lower shoulder belts to hold the tail of the belts after adjustment has been made 4 This seat belt design allows for quick exit out of both lap and shoulder bel...

Страница 190: ...ring 3 Position the Strobe Mount Plates centered inside the flat area of the Wing Tip Be sure the Strobe will be straight when mounted Transfer drill 40 and cleco the Mount Plate to the Wing Tip Refer...

Страница 191: ...sconnecting for Cowling removal much easier AFTER COWLING FIT UP AND ENGINE INSTALLATION 1 Position Landing Light Bracket under Cowling inlet lip and transfer drill 11 Refer to PARTS PAGES Be sure to...

Страница 192: ...TOR TRIM 1 Route Trim and Push to talk wires through drilled hole in base of passenger side Control Stick Refer to SECTION 2 CONTROL STICK ASSEMBLY 2 Install Mac Control Stick Grip per manufacturer s...

Страница 193: ...t Struts NOTE Shackle may be installed during initial build or anytime after Refer to LIFT STRUT ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION 1 Support outboard end of wing 2 Remove bolt retaining upper end of FWD Lift Stru...

Страница 194: ...assembly and required hardware Below is a list of the provided drawings KP 100 A FRAME STAND KP 101 FWD FUSELAGE ATTACH KP 103 WING ROOT ATTACH KP 107 T LOCK HANDLE KP 108 PAINT STAND FOR FLAPS AILER...

Страница 195: ...Assembly for complete installation 26 ALASKAN WHEEL INSTALLATION 1 Disassemble rims from Wheel Assembly 2 Install Rubber Grommet into valve stem hole in outer wheel rim 3 Apply adhesive to Grommet Plu...

Страница 196: ...0 TIRE OPTION INSTALLATION 1 Disassemble rims from Wheel Assembly 2 Install Valve Stem in outer wheel rim 3 Install O rings between wheel rim halves and re assemble Refer to manufacturer s instruction...

Страница 197: ...to the Tail Wheel Assembly Refer to the parts drawing NOTE It may be necessary to lightly file or grind the Tail Spring to fit within the Mount Block 4 Refer to Tail Wheel Assembly for installation of...

Страница 198: ...EVATOR MASS BALANCE The ELEVATORS must be a 100 static mass balanced in reference to the surface hinge line Balance each surface separately before mounting to the airplane At the time of balancing the...

Страница 199: ...ge of the angle should be up 4 Obtain 1 4 Lead plate and fabricate three weights as shown in FIGURE 11 04 NOTE The weights will need modification later to achieve final balance The right Elevator will...

Страница 200: ...raft must be rigid 3 On taildragger models raise the tail of the airplane by placing the Tail Wheel on a sawhorse or other support until the wing root is level On trike models raise of lower the nosew...

Страница 201: ...d the rigging board so that it is contacting the bottom side of the leading edge spar and the bottom side of the trailing edge spar at approximate aileron half span The trailing edge of the aileron sh...

Страница 202: ...osition AFTER WING INSTALLATION AFTER SETTING OF WASHOUT 19 Place flap handle in flaps retracted position 20 Using the modified wing washout rigging board as shown in FIGURE 11A 11 Hold the rigging bo...

Страница 203: ...en checking Down 49 Tolerance is 2 0 2 0 Surface clearance 23 Refer back to FIGURE 05F 04 The minimum clearance between surface and gap seal is 0 060 The minimum clearance between flap and aileron is...

Страница 204: ...h horizontal stabilizers in reference to wing carry through upper member fuselage frame forward wing attach Take measurements at rear spar of horizontal stabilizers and approximate half span The misal...

Страница 205: ...edge across horizontal stabilizer and elevator with 3 16 shim at elevator trailing edge for neutral position determination 7 Move Control Stick to forward position Adjust for down deflection and drill...

Страница 206: ...balance horn and the horizontal stabilizer tip is 3 16 Static balance 10 Both elevators must be 100 static balanced in reference to the hinge line 11 For instructions refer to Section 11 ELEVATOR MAS...

Страница 207: ...5 Tolerance is 3 0 3 0 Surface clearance 15 The minimum gap between trim tab and elevator is 0 060 all the way Indicator position 16 Verify neutral position of trim position indicator at neutral trim...

Страница 208: ...rudder pedal in cabin hold at full travel position and measure at rudder Adjust stops at rudder as required Left 28 Tolerance is 3 0 0 0 Right 28 Tolerance is 3 0 0 0 Surface clearance 21 The minimum...

Страница 209: ...nob in ON position NOTE The parking brake valve works as a one way valve when ON If this is not the case adjust by loosening the swivel stop for adjustment at the control arm 4 Adjust the friction adj...

Страница 210: ...eight and moment for various loadings are also provided Sample forms are provided for reference NOTE both trike and taildragger versions are available in the FIGURES manual Always check your weight an...

Страница 211: ...il to level door frame longeron Refer to FIGURE 12 01 Refer to FIGURE 12 01B for optional 10 tailwheel A stand between tail wheel and scale is required Place scales under each wheel 360 lb minimum cap...

Страница 212: ...ly for flight To figure the weight and balance enter the following data on the chart Refer to FIGURE 12 01 FIGURE 12 01A or FIGURE 12 01B Weight of Main Gear Left Weight of Main Gear Right Weight of P...

Страница 213: ...RANS S 20 RAVEN TEXT MANUAL 13 1 09 01 2013 S 20 RAVEN OPERATIONS MANUAL Serial Number Registration Number COPYRIGHT RANS DESIGNS 4600 HWY 183 Alt HAYS KANSAS USA 67601 785 625 6346 www rans com...

Страница 214: ...NDITIONS OPERATION LIMITS 3 FUEL LIMITATIONS 4 OTHER LIMITATIONS 4 13B WEIGHT AND BALANCE 1 INTRODUCTION 1 AIRPLANE WEIGHING PROCEDURES 1 WEIGHT AND BALANCE 2 13C EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 1 INTRODUCTION 1...

Страница 215: ...TRODUCTION 1 GROUND HANDLING 1 WINDSHIELD AND WINDOWS 1 PAINTED SURFACES 2 INTERIOR CARE 2 13F REQUIRED PLACARDS AND MARKINGS 1 AIRSPEED INDICATOR MARKINGS 1 PLACARDS 1 13G SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION 1...

Страница 216: ...RANS S 20 RAVEN TEXT MANUAL 13 4 09 01 2013 RANS S 20 RAVEN THREE VIEW...

Страница 217: ...andle Gas lift struts will hold the door open Adjust seat as desired to an aft position and sit in the seat Rotate legs into position To adjust seat while in the aircraft lean forward pulling the seat...

Страница 218: ...off level flight if possible slow to 65 mph then close door FLYING WITH DOORS OPEN OR REMOVED The S 20 RAVEN can be flown with the doors open up to and including 100 mph The S 20 s doors should not be...

Страница 219: ...or maximum takeoff weight Speeds are given in MPH and KNOTS Airspeed IAS Remarks VNE Never Exceed Speed 135 117 DO NOT exceed this speed in any operation VA Maneuvering Speed at maximum gross weight 1...

Страница 220: ...stalling speed in landing configuration Upper limit is maximum speed permissible with flaps extended Green Arc 39 105 34 91 Normal Operating Range Lower limit is maximum weight VS at most forward CG w...

Страница 221: ...Stalls except whip stalls are approved with slow deceleration Acrobatic maneuvers including spins are not approved in the RANS S 20 RAVEN aircraft FLIGHT LOAD FACTOR LIMITS Flaps Up 4 0 g 2 0g Flaps D...

Страница 222: ...GAL Total Unusable 0 3 U S GAL NOTE Due to cross feeding between fuel tanks the tanks should be re topped after each refueling to assure maximum capacity The fuel quantity indicator is calibrated to...

Страница 223: ...ensure that the airplane is loaded properly AIRPLANE WEIGHING PROCEDURES 1 Preparation Inflate tires to recommended operating pressure Parking brakes set Drain all fuel Service engine oil as required...

Страница 224: ...nce use the Sample Loading Problem and Center of Gravity Envelope as follows Enter the following data on the chart Refer to FIGURE 12 01 FIGURE 12 01A or FIGURE 12 01B Weight of Main Gear Left Weight...

Страница 225: ...good judgment and proper pre flight planning However should an emergency arise the basic guidelines described in this section should be considered and applied as necessary to resolve the problem In an...

Страница 226: ...Fly the Airplane 1 Airspeed 64 MPH for best glide 2 Select Emergency Landing Area PROCEED To It 3 Attempt Engine RESTART 4 Ignition Check ON 5 Choke Check OFF 6 Throttle Lever CRACKED approximately 1...

Страница 227: ...e Starts 2 Power 4500 5000 RPM for a few minutes 3 Engine SHUTDOWN and inspect for damage If Engine fails to Start 4 Continue cranking with throttle full open while ground attendants obtain fire extin...

Страница 228: ...coordinated aileron and rudder in opposite direction of Spiral dive 3 Cautiously apply elevator back pressure to slowly reduce the airspeed to below maneuvering speed SPINS Intentional spins in the S...

Страница 229: ...hould be planned straight ahead with only small heading corrections to avoid obstructions Of course the number one priority is to land the aircraft as smoothly and accurately as possible CAUTION Altit...

Страница 230: ...opposite direction of spiral dive 3 Cautiously apply elevator back pressure to slowly reduce the airspeed to below maneuvering speed SPINS Intentional spins in the S 20 RAVEN aircraft are PROHIBITED...

Страница 231: ...e doors open up to and including 100 mph The S 20 RAVEN doors should not be opened at airspeeds above 65 mph The S 20 RAVEN can be flown with 1 or both doors removed up to 100 mph A loss in L D climb...

Страница 232: ...ition during the walk around In addition to the items listed on the pre flight checklist look for signs of visible ice if applicable The presence of ice on the aircraft wings and tail will adversely a...

Страница 233: ...T free Seats ADJUST POSITION Control Sticks MOVEMENT free and correct Flap lever Operation free correct Cabin CHECK FOR FOREIGN ARTICLES Baggage SECURE For Solo flight SECURE passenger seat belt Fusel...

Страница 234: ...d over flow bottle CHECK fluid level Propeller and spinner CHECK for nicks dents and security Engine cooling air inlets and oil cooler CHECK of obstructions Engine cooling air outlet radiator CHECK of...

Страница 235: ...ation 3 left side DRAIN CHECK for water sediment and proper fuel grade 18 Climb aboard Cockpit checklist CHECK Seat belts SECURE CONTROLS FREE and CORRECT Altimeter SET Communication radio SET Transpo...

Страница 236: ...tor Valve ON STARTING THE POWERPLANT COLD START Throttle CLOSED Choke ON Master Switch ON Propeller Area CLEAR Ignition Switch START release when engine starts Throttle adjust IDLE smooth up to 2000 R...

Страница 237: ...EOFF center of indicator Fuel Selector Valve ON Fuel Quantity CHECK Throttle 4000 RPM Magneto CHECK Magneto drop should not exceed 300 RPM on either Magneto and the differential between magneto s shou...

Страница 238: ...rd notch Carburetor heat COLD Fuel pump ON Brake APPLY Elevator Control FULL BACK Throttle FULL OPEN Brake RELEASE Elevator Control Taildragger LIFT TAIL WHEEL Trike RAISE NOSE WHEEL Climb Speed 55 MP...

Страница 239: ...l flaps Touchdown Taildragger MAIN WHEELS FIRST OR THREE WHEEL Trike MAIN WHEELS FIRST Landing Roll Taildragger LOWER TAIL WHEEL GENTLY AFTER MAIN WHEEL TOUCH DOWN Trike LOWER NOSE WHEEL GENTLY AFTER...

Страница 240: ...5 MPH Flaps RETRACT TO HALF Slowly Airspeed 60 MPH Flaps RETRACT Slowly AFTER LANDING Flaps UP Taxi SLOWLY Carburetor Heat OFF Fuel pump OFF SECURING THE AIRCRAFT Parking Brake SET Throttle IDLE Radio...

Страница 241: ...NOTE This suggested outline for a pre flight inspection generally covers the critical areas that MUST be checked prior to each flight In addition EVERY component should be examined properly maintaine...

Страница 242: ...ng in strong crosswinds a little extra throttle will help the aircraft turn due to the increased airflow over the rudder Use caution not to use excessive throttle sudden throttle movements or excessiv...

Страница 243: ...they should be left in that position until all obstacles are cleared and a flap retraction speed of 60 MPH is reached SECURING THE AIRCRAFT If the aircraft must be left unattended outdoors always sec...

Страница 244: ...You can disengage the tail wheel through pushing sideways on the rear fuselage upper longerons and allow it to swivel freely in any direction This will help you to maneuver the aircraft in tight space...

Страница 245: ...t out of the sun as much as possible If you keep your aircraft outside it is recommended to wax the exterior surface It is also recommended to clean the exterior surface of your airplane on a regularl...

Страница 246: ...c 39 105 34 91 Normal Operating Range Lower limit is maximum weight VS at most forward CG with flaps retracted Upper limit is maximum structural cruising speed Yellow Arc 105 135 91 117 Operation must...

Страница 247: ...OLINE 100LL GRADE AVIATION FUEL BLUE FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SEE ENGINE OPERATORS MANUAL WARNING SEE MAINTENANCE MANUAL FOR SPECIFIC MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS WHEN USING AVIATION FUEL 13 0 GALLONS U...

Страница 248: ...ED LINE 135 MPH MAX CHT GAUGE 12 11 VDO 250 120 180 210 F 300 RPM GAUGE VDO 30 0 10 20 60 70 x 100 1 min 50 40 RPM 11 10 8 9 160 11 EXPERIMENTAL 13 10 15 1 In full view on end of throttle knob 2 In fu...

Страница 249: ...le or no experience in light aircraft additional the special characteristics of such shall be reviewed PILOT OPERATING ADVISORIES The S 20 RAVEN shall only be operated by pilots with proper training A...

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