PPER ARCRAFT PA-38-111 (.MANTENANCE MANUAL SCHEDULED MANTENANCE. PERODC NSPECTONS. -NOTE- Perform all inspections or operations at each oj the inspection intervals as indicated by a circle (). nspection Time (hrs) Nature of nspection 5 1 5 1 A. PROPELLER GROUP 1. nspectspinnerandbackplate 2. nspect blades for nicks. cracks and corrosion (Refer to Chapter 61) 3. nspect propeller mounting bolts and safety (Check torque if safety is broken) 4. nspect for loose spinner fit (Refer to latest Piper Service Letter No. 855. Part V) 5. nspect complete propeller and spinner assembly for security. chafing. cracks. deterioration. wear and correct installation (See Note 25) B. ENGNE Recondition GROUP 6. propeller (See Note 17) NOTE: Read Note 5 prior to completing this inspection group. CAUTON: Ground Magneto Primary Circuit before working on engine. 1. Remove engine cowl and inspect for damage 2. Clean and inspect cowling for cracks. distortion. and loose or missing. fasteners 3. Drainoilsump(SeeNote6) 4. Clean suction oil strainer at oil change (nspect strainer for foreign particles) 5. Change full flow (cartridge type) oil filter element (nspect element for i foreign particles) 6. nspect oil temperature sender unit for leaks and security. 7. nspect oil lines and fitting for leaks. security. chafing. dents and cracks (See~ote8) ' 8. Clean and inspect oil cooler 9. Fill engine with oil per lubrication chart in Chapter 12 1. Clean engine. Operate engine up to normal operating temperatures. nspect for oil leaks after shutdown CAUTON: Do not contaminate the vacuum pump with cleaning fluid. (Refer to the latest revision of Lycoming Service nstruction No. 1221.) 5-2-1 Page 5-2 1 A 19 Revised: F eb ruary 26. 1982
~., PPER ARCRAFT PA-38-112 *MANTENANCE MANUAL PERODC NSPECTONS. (cont) \ -',', ' B. ENGNE GROUP (cont) Perform all inspections or operations at each of the inspection intervals as indicated by a circle (). Nature of nspection nspection Time (hrs) 5 1 5 1 12. nspect condition of spark plugs (Clean and adjust gap as required. adjust per latest revision of Lycoming Service nstruction No. 142) NOTE: f fouling of spark plugs has been apparent. rotate bottom plugs to upper plugs. 13. nspect spark plug cable leads and ceramics for corrosion and deposits 14. Chec,k cylind~r compression (Ref: AC 43. 13-1A) ) /82) /8 i 3),84) i8 : ;15. nspect cylinders for cracked or broken fins -:16. nspect valve rockers for proper clearance (Refer to Note 5) ;NOTE: Lycoming requires a Valve nspection be made after ~ every 4 hours of operation. (See Note 9.) '17. nspect rocker box covers for evidence of oil leaks. f found. replace! gasket; torque cover screws 5 inch-pounds (See Note 1) O!. 18. ~~~~i~~~i~i~.~ ~.~~~ ~.n.~ ~~~~~~~~ :~~.~i~~.~~~s.i~~..e~.k.a.g.e.~~~ 19. Check magnetos to engine timing. 2. 21. Overhaul Remove air or filter replace and magnetos tap gently (See to remove Note 12) dirt particles (Replace as required) 22. Drain carburetor and clean inlet line fuel strainer. 23. nspect condition of carburetor heat air door and box (See Note ) 24. nspect vent lines for evidence of fuel or oil seepage. 25. nspect condition of air intake seals 1 26. nspect all air inlet duct hoses (Replace as required) 27. nspect condition of flexible fuel lines. 28. Replace flexible fuel lines (See Note 7) 29. nspect fuel system for leaks 3. Clean screen in electric fuel pump and check operation (engine driven pump and electric) (See Note 16) : 31. Overhaul or replace fuel pump (engine driven) (See Note 7) 32. Remove and clean fuel filter bowl and screen (Clean at least evet)'9! days) 33.lnspectvacuumpumpandlrnes 34. Overhaul or replace vacuum pump (See Note ~.;- 7), - -5-2-1 Page 5-3 la2 Revised: February 26. 1982
,C PPER ARCRAFT -',', ' B. ENGNE GROUP (cont) PA.38.112 -.MANTENANCE MANUAL PERODC NSPECTONS. (cont) -NOTE- Perform all inspections or operations at each 1 the inspection inttrva/.r as indicated by a circle (). Nature of nspection nspection Time (hrs) SO 1 5 1 35. nspect throttle, carburetor heat, and mixture controls for travel and operating conditions 36. nspect security of carburetor throttle arm. J 37. :en~~:d~~~ ~~ ~~~~~s... ~~~~~~~~~~.~~~.g.a.s~.e~~.( ~e.~~~~.~~s.k.e.t~.a.s. 38. nspect muffler, heat exchanger and baffles (Ref: AC 43.13-A) 39. nspect breather tube for obstructions and security 4. nspect crankcase for cracks. leaks, and security of seam bolts. 41. nspect engine mounts for cracks. condition and loose mountings (SeeNote24).: 1 O! 42.lnspectallengmebaffles ' 43. nspect all wiring connected to the engine or accessories. Q t 44. ~n:~:d~~~~: ~~~~~~.~~.u.~t. ~~~:~~s. ~~: ~.e.t~~~.r~~i~.~ ~~.e:.~~.a.s Q. 4S.nspectfirewallseals 46. nspect condition and tension of alternator drive belt (Refer to : Chapter24) 47. nspect condition of alternator and starter 48. nspect security of alternator mounting. : ' 49. Check fluid level in brake reservoir (Fill as required) 5. Lubricate all controls (Refer to Chapter 12) 51. Complete overhaul of engine or replace with factory rebuilt (SeeNote7) C 52. nspect battery. b~x and cables (nspect at least every 3 days. Aushboxasrequlredandfillbattery) 1 53. Reinstallenginecowl """""""1 C. CABN GROUP!. nspect cabin entrance, doors and windows for damage and operation.... 2. nspect upholstery for tears 3. nspect seats, seat belts for security of brackets and bolts.. 4. nspect elevator trim operation,() S. nspect rudder pedals for proper operation. 6. nspect parking brake and brake handle for operation and cylinder' leaks. 5-2..1 Page 5-4 Al Revised: February 26, 1982
c, PPER ARCRAFT PA.38-111 -MANTENANCE MANUAL -' ' C. CABN GROUP (cont) PERODC NSPECTONS. (cont) PtrJorm all insptctions or optrations at tach 1 th~ inspection inttrvals as indicated by a circle (). Nature of nspection nspection Time (hrs) SO 1 5 1 ( 7. nspect control wheels, column, pulleys and cables for proper operation.(see Note S) ~ 8. nspect flap control attachment bolts for security. i 9. Check landing, navigation, cabin and instrument lights for proper! operation ; 1. nspect instruments, lines and attachments.. nspect gyro operated instruments and electric turn and bank (Overhaul or replace as required),12. Replace filters on gyro horizon and directional gyro or replace central -airftlter..'.'.""'!'.'.""..'.""""'."'.""""..".' 13. Clean or replace vacuum regulator filter. 14. Check altimeter (Calibrate altimeter system in accordance with FAR 91.17 if appropriate) S. Check operation of fuel selector valve (See Note 26) 16. nspect condition of heater controls and ducts. 17. nspect condition and operation of air vents. 18. lubricate per lubrication chart in Chapter 12. D. FUSELAGE AND EMPENNAGE GROUP. Remove inspection plates and panels. 2. nspect electronic installations. 3. nspect bulkheads and stringers for damage 4. nspect antenna mounts and electric wiring. ' S. nspect fuel lines. valves. and gauges for damage and operation. i 6. nspect security of all lines 7. nspect vertical fin and rudder surfaces for damage. 8. nspect rudder hinges. horn and attachments for damage and ' operation(seenote23) 1 9. nspect vertical fin attachments (See :'.rotes 18 and 19)! ; 1. nspect rudder hinge bolts for excess wear c(replace,.as required). nspect elevator and stabilizer surfaces for damage (See Note 13)...'. 12. nspect,elevator. horn and attachments for damage and operation.. 13. nspect elevator balance weight for security and operating, -.' clearance. 14. nspect horizontal surface attachments (See ~ote 19) S. nspect elevator bolts and bearings for excess wear (Replace as required) ta22 5-2-1 Page 5-5 Revised: February 26. 1982
. PPER ARCRAFT PA.38-112 -MANTENANCE MANUAL PERODC NSPECTONS. (cont) Perform all inspections or operations at each oj the inspection interva/.r as indicated by a circle (). --nspection Nature of nspection D. FUSELAGE AND EMPENNAGE GROUP (cont) Time (hrs) 5 1 5 1 16. nspect emergency locator transmitter battery for replacement date or time per Chapter 23 of Maintenance Manual (See latest revision of Piper Service Letter No. 82). 17. nspect elevator trim mechanism (See Note 22). 18. nspect aileron, rudder, elevator, trim cables, turnbuckles. guides and pulleys for safety. damage and operation. 19~ Check all cable tensions per Chapter 27 2. nspect strobe lights for security and operation. 21. Lubricate per lubrication chart in Chapter 12. 22. nspect all control ca~les, air ducts. electrical leads, lines, radio antenna leads and attaching parts for security, routing, chafing, deterioration, wear, and correct installation. ', 23. Reinstall inspection plates and panels. Eo WNG GROUP.. Remove inspection plates and fairings.. 2. nspect surfaces and tips for damage, loose rivets. and condition of! walk-way,, 3. nspect aileron hinges and attachments., 4. nspect aileron balance wieght for security and operating clearance. 5. nspect aileron cables, pulleys and bellcranks for damage and operation... 6. nspect flaps and attachments for damage and operation.. 7. nspectflaphingesandattachments 8. Lubricate per lubrication chart in Chapter 12. 9. Visually inspect wing attachment bolts and fittings for any indication of! movement between nuts and bolts (See Note 2) i 1. Visually inspect main spar splice plate for any indication of movement betweennutsandbolts(see~ote2)...,. nspect fuel tanks and lines for leaks and water... 12. Check fuel tanks marked for capacity ~p 13. Check fuel tanks marked for minimum octane rating 14. nspectfueltankvents 15. nspect all control cables, electrical leads. lines and attaching parts for security, routing, chafing, deterioration. wear. and correct installation. la23 5-2-1 Page 5-6 Revised: February 26. 1982
PPER ARCRAFT PA.38-112 *MANTENANCE MANUAL PERODC NSPECTONS. (cont) Perform all inspections or operations at each oj the inspection intervals as indkated by a circle (). c' -nspection Time (hrs). Nature of nspection E. WNG GROUP (cont.) 5 1 5 1 16. Reinstall inspection plates and fairings. ~ F. 17. LANDNG Replace wing GEAR and associated GROUp. structure (See Note 21).' ;. nspect nose gear oleo strut for proper extension per Chapter 32.. " (Check fluid level as required) ~2. nspect nose gear oleo struts for fluid leaks and scoring. ;3. Put airplane on jacks ; ;~4. nspect nose gear steering control and travel. 5. nspect tires for cuts, uneven or excessive wear and slippage. 6. Remove wheels. clean, inspect and repack bearings. 7. nspect wheels for cracks, corrosion and broken bolts! j 8. ChecktirepressureperChapter6 : 9. nspect brake lining and disc for condition and wear. : O. 1. nspect brake backing plates for condition and wear. ~ 11. nspect brake lines ; 12. nspect main gear legs, attachments, and bolts for condition and i security. i 13. nspect au hydraulic lines and attaching parts for security, routing,! chafing. deterioration. wear. and correct installation. 1 14. nspect wheels for alignment. S. nspect nose gear fork for damage. 16. nspect nose gear torque links and bolts for wear. 17. Lubricate per lubrication chart. 18. Removeairplanefromjacks "."".'."'1 H. OPERATONAL NSPECTON!. Checkfuelpumpandfueltankselector \ 2. Check fuel quantity and pressure readings (See ~ote 14) 3. Check oil pressure and temperature. 4. Check alternator output ' 5. Check carburetor heat 6. Check compass ' 5-26-1 Page 5-7 la24 Revised: February 26. 1982
C PPER ARCRAFT PA.38-111.MANTENANCE MANUAL -';, PERODC NSPECTONS. (cont) Perform an inspections or operations at each 1 the inspection intervals as indicated by a circle (). Nature of nspection H. OPERATONAL NSPECTON (cont.) nspection Time (hrs) SO 1 SOO 1 7. Check parking brake 8. Check vacuum gauge j 9. Check gyros for noise and roughness 1. Check cabin heater operation.. Check magneto switch operation. 12. Check magneto RPM variation. 13. Check throttle and mixture operation 14. Check engine idle S. Check electronic equipment operation. GENERAL -'1. Aircraft conforms to FAA Specification. 2. All FAA Airworthiness Directives complied with., 3. All Manufacturers Service Bulletins and Letters complied with. O. 4.CheckforproperFJightManual, S. Aircraft papers in proper order...... "!, i, i, :, ~ B..,...,,".. 5-2-1 Page 5-8 Reissued: September 4. 1979