SERVICE MANUAL & ICA
WIPLINE 4000 FLOATS ON CESSNA A185E, A185F, AND 206 SERIES
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6.1 MAIN OLEO
6.1.1 DESCRIPTION
Shock absorption for the main landing gear is provided by a hydraulically dampened air spring. Figure 6-1
shows the main components. The oil and air share a common chamber. When the oleo is collapsed, the oil is
forced through the main orifice, compressing the air in the upper cylinder. Extension reverses this process. The
extended oleo is initially set at the factory to 350 psi no load. In-field adjustment of air pressure is described in
section 6.1.3.
FIGURE 6-1 SECTION MAIN GEAR OLEO