DG Flugzeugbau GmbH
Flight Manual LS 8-18 Normal
Procedures
4.5.4 Adjustment of Backrest
Warning: Adjust backrest in such way, that lower spine is well supported and not bent and
lap belt can be adjusted tight.
Two possibilities of adjustment, both can be used on the ground only
(a)
Lower adjustment allows use of various types of parachute (locating pegs and slotted screw)
(b)
Upper end slope adjustment
During adjustment, watch out for the following:
(c)
Locking pin behind main bulkhead must be fully engaged
(d)
Position head as high as possible for good visibility
(e)
Tow hook handle and other controls must be within easy reach
(f)
Remember colour code at backrest support to allow for easy position identification of
personal adjustment.
Warning: Moving aileron with stick fully back, the stick must not open the safety harness !
Warning: When the backrest is removed for huge pilots, then
(1) the guide tube must also be removed (it may obstruct an emergency exit)
(2) Additionally, an adjustable headrest according to drawing 3BR-101 must be
installed.
4.5.5 Retractable Landing Gear
(a)
Extension or retraction permitted over whole approved speed range
(b)
Rapid operation eases retraction
(c)
Handle locked in forward position = gear up
(d)
Handle locked in rearward position = gear down
Important Note:
When using the C.G. hook, retract gear after releasing tow cable, because
C.G. hook is fitted to landing gear fork.
4.5.6 Wheel Brake
Press rudder pedals with both feet to activate wheel brake.
With TN8019 executed:
The wheel brake is actuated by the air brake handle, instead of by the
rudder pedals.
Edition: February 2011
LBA-appr. Revision – 2 (TN8019)
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