Tronair 01-0400-0000, Руководство по эксплуатации и обслуживанию

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Model: 01-0400-0000
Dash 8-400 Multi-Head
10/2012 | Rev. 03 Page | 1
Tronair towbars/heads must only be used with matching Tronair heads/towbars, and Tronair shear pins.
This product can not be modified without the written approval of Tronair, Inc. Any modifications done without written approval
voids all warranties and releases Tronair, Inc., it suppliers, distributors, employees, or financial institutions from any liability
from consequences that may occur. Only Tronair OEM replacement parts shall be used.
1.0 DESCRIPTION
The Tronair Model 01-0400-0000 Multi-Head Towbar is a towbar head attachment for the Dash 8-400 Aircraft manufactured by
DeHavilland.
The towbar head attachment is designed for use with Tronair Multi-Head Towbar Model 01-1202-0000 for towing the
previously stated aircraft. The towbar head attachment uses a sliding pin/stationary pin arrangement to interface with the
aircraft tow point.
1.1
SPECIFICATIONS
Aircraft Application: Dash 8-400 manufactured by DeHavilland
Maximum Aircraft Gross Weight: 65,400 lbs (29.7 Metric tons)
Dimensions: Length: 20.9 in (53 cm)
Width: 9.4 in (24 cm)
Height: 5 in (12.7 cm)
Weight: 35 lbs (15.9 kg)
Finish: Blue Powder Coat
2.0 SAFETY INFORMATION
2.1 GENERAL
The Tronair Model 01-0400-0000 Towbar Head Attachment is used for towing the Dash 8-400 Aircraft only.
To ensure safe operation, please read the following statements and understand their meaning. This manual contains safety
precautions, which are explained as follows. Please read carefully.
WARNING!
Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that can cause severe personal injury, death, and/or
substantial property damage if the Warning Notice is ignored.
CAUTION!
Caution is used to indicate the presence of a hazard, which will or can cause minor personal injury or property
damage is the Caution Notice is ignored.
WARNING!
A damaged or bent towbar should not be used. Towbar should be repaired or replaced.
3.0 OPERATION
3.1 PRELIMINARY CHECKLIST
3.1.1 Head Attachment Weldment
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Check weld between connector tube and head plate for cracks.
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Check weld between side rails and head plate for cracks.
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Check weld between side rail and stationary pin for cracks.
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Check weld between side rail and sliding pin sleeve for cracks.
3.1.2
Sliding Pin
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Check sliding pin for bending or excessive wear. Ensure sliding pin slides freely.
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Check sliding pin ball lok-T pin. Ensure ball lok-T pin is securely attached to the head attachment via its lanyard.
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Ensure ball lok-T pin is not loose or missing.
3.2
USAGE PROCEDURE
3.2.1 Multi-Head Attachment
Secure the towbar head attachment using the ball lok-T pin (supplied with the multi-head towbar) onto the 01-1202-0000
Tronair Multi-Head Towbar
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Ensure the sliding pin is locked in place using the ball lok-T pin.
CAUTION!
It is recommended that your towbar be attached to the aircraft first, and then connected to the tug to avoid
possible aircraft damage.