Service manual

SECTION 4
NORMAL PROCEDURES PA-46-350P, MALIBU
SECTION 4
NORMAL PROCEDURES PA-46-350P, MALIBU
REPORT: VB-1710 ISSUED: FEBRUARY 23, 1999
4-20
REPORT: VB-1710 ISSUED: FEBRUARY 23, 1999
4-20
4.9 PREFLIGHT CHECK (4.5a) (Continued)
4.9b Empennage (4.5a)
Begin the walk-around at the left side of the aft fuselage. Check the
condition of any antennas located on the fuselage. All surfaces of the
empennage must be clear of ice, frost, snow or other extraneous substances.
Fairings and access covers should be attached properly. Ensure that the
primary static system ports on the left and right side of the aft fuselage and
the alternate and pressurization static ports on the underside of the aft
fuselage are clear of obstructions. The elevator and rudder should be
operational and free from damage or interference of any type. Elevator and
rudder static wicks should be firmly attached and in good condition. Check
the condition of the tab and ensure that all hinges and push rods are sound
and operational. If the tail has been tied down, remove the tiedown rope.
4.9c Right Wing (4.5a)
Check that the wing surface and control surfaces are clear of ice, frost,
snow or other extraneous substances. Check the flap, aileron and hinges for
damage and operational interference. Static wicks should be firmly attached
and in good condition. Check the wing tip and lights for damage.
Open the fuel cap and visually check the fuel color. The quantity should
match the indication that was on the fuel quantity gauge. Replace cap
securely. The fuel tank vent should be clear of obstructions.
Remove the tiedown and chock.
Next, complete a check of the landing gear. Check the gear strut for
proper inflation. There should be 3.44 +/- 0.25 inches of strut exposure
under a normal static load. Check for hydraulic leaks. Check the tire for cuts,
wear, and proper inflation. Make a visual check of the brake block and disc.
Drain the fuel tank sump through the quick drain located on the lower
surface of the wing just inboard of the gear well, making sure that enough
fuel has been drained to ensure that all water and sediment is removed. The
fuel system should be drained daily prior to the first flight and after each
refueling.
CAUTION
When draining any amount of fuel, care should
be taken to ensure that no fire hazard exists
before starting engine.
4.9 PREFLIGHT CHECK (4.5a) (Continued)
4.9b Empennage (4.5a)
Begin the walk-around at the left side of the aft fuselage. Check the
condition of any antennas located on the fuselage. All surfaces of the
empennage must be clear of ice, frost, snow or other extraneous substances.
Fairings and access covers should be attached properly. Ensure that the
primary static system ports on the left and right side of the aft fuselage and
the alternate and pressurization static ports on the underside of the aft
fuselage are clear of obstructions. The elevator and rudder should be
operational and free from damage or interference of any type. Elevator and
rudder static wicks should be firmly attached and in good condition. Check
the condition of the tab and ensure that all hinges and push rods are sound
and operational. If the tail has been tied down, remove the tiedown rope.
4.9c Right Wing (4.5a)
Check that the wing surface and control surfaces are clear of ice, frost,
snow or other extraneous substances. Check the flap, aileron and hinges for
damage and operational interference. Static wicks should be firmly attached
and in good condition. Check the wing tip and lights for damage.
Open the fuel cap and visually check the fuel color. The quantity should
match the indication that was on the fuel quantity gauge. Replace cap
securely. The fuel tank vent should be clear of obstructions.
Remove the tiedown and chock.
Next, complete a check of the landing gear. Check the gear strut for
proper inflation. There should be 3.44 +/- 0.25 inches of strut exposure
under a normal static load. Check for hydraulic leaks. Check the tire for cuts,
wear, and proper inflation. Make a visual check of the brake block and disc.
Drain the fuel tank sump through the quick drain located on the lower
surface of the wing just inboard of the gear well, making sure that enough
fuel has been drained to ensure that all water and sediment is removed. The
fuel system should be drained daily prior to the first flight and after each
refueling.
CAUTION
When draining any amount of fuel, care should
be taken to ensure that no fire hazard exists
before starting engine.
FOR REFERENCE ONLY
NOT FOR FLIGHT