Rans Inc.
Section 6
Model S-7LS COURIER
Normal Procedures
Original Issue
March 3, 2005
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7 Right wing- Trailing Edge
(1)
Aileron – CHECK freedom of movement and security
(2)
Flap – CHECK security
(3)
Rear strut and jury strut attach – CHECK security, dents, nicks
(4)
Fuel quick drain valve on bottom of wing; - DRAIN at least a cupful of fuel
(using sampler cup) to check for water, sediment and proper fuel grade
before first flight of day and after each refueling. If water is observed, take
further samples until clear, and than gently rock the wings to move any
additional contaminants to the sampling points. Take repeated sampling
from all points until no contamination is found
(5)
Fabric(Surface)- CHECK- for rips, tears, damage
BEFORE STARTING THE POWERPLANT
(1)
Preflight Inspection - COMPLETE.
(2)
Passenger Briefing - COMPLETE.
(3)
Seat, seat belts - ADJUST and LOCK.
(4)
Brakes - TEST and SET
(5)
Radio, Electrical Equipment - OFF
(6) Circuit Breakers - CHECK IN
(7) Fuel Selector Valve - ON.
STARTING THE POWERPLANT
COLD
START
(1)
Throttle - CLOSED.
(2)
Choke - ON.
(3)
Master Switch - ON.
(4)
Propeller Area - CLEAR
(5)
Ignition Switch - START (release when engine starts).
(6)
Throttle adjust – IDLE smooth – up to 2000 RPM
(7)
Oil pressure - CHECK
(8)
Choke – OFF
(9)
Avionics master- ON.
HOT START
(1)
Throttle - CLOSED.
(2)
Choke - OFF.
(3)
Master Switch - ON.
(4)
Propeller Area - CLEAR.
(5)
Ignition Switch - START (release when engine starts)
(6)
Throttle adjust – IDLE smooth – up to 2500 RPM
(7)
Oil pressure - CHECK
(8)
Avionics master- ON.