Technical data

13773-001
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Page 12 30 Nov 2000
CAUTION: The engine must be cool to the touch, prior to cleaning. Always inspect engine for
leaks, loose hardware, and worn hardware prior to cleaning. Always cover all win-
dows, magneto vents, engine electrical components and connections when wash-
ing any portion of the engine compartment. Remove the air filter and cover the air
induction inlet prior to washing the engine compartment. Never use any flamma-
ble or corrosive cleaning solvents. Never allow the airplane to sit in freezing tem-
peratures until the airplane has thoroughly dried.
(a) Acquire necessary tools and equipment.
(b) Remove both engine cowlings. (Refer to 71-10)
(c) Inspect engine for leaks, loose hardware, and worn hardware. Service as required.
(d) Remove the air filter. (Refer to 71-60)
(e) Cover the alternator, starter, vacuum pump, and air induction intakes.
(f) Place a large catch pan under the engine.
CAUTION: Do not allow solvent to enter the alternator, starter, vacuum pump, or air
induction intakes.
(g) Brush on a degreasing solvent; then allow the solvent to penetrate the grease and grime
as called out in the instructions.
(h) Rinse the engine clean with additional solvent and allow it to dry.
CAUTION: Do not operate the engine until all solvent has evaporated or otherwise
been removed.
(i) Remove the covers from the alternator, starter, vacuum pump, and air induction intakes.
(j) Install and secure the air filter. (Refer to 71-60)
(k) Remove the catch pan from under the engine.
(l) Install and secure both engine cowlings.
H. Leather Interior
Leather is the most durable and easily maintained upholstery material available. Like most other
important investments, leather requires routine maintenance. For routine maintenance, occasional
wiping with a soft, white, damp cloth is all the care your leather will need. The approved leather care
products are available from Cirrus Design.
(1) Leather Cleaning
The approved leather cleaner is a water based solution especially formulated to remove stains.
It will safely and effectively remove dirt, grime, and soil. It will remove some ink marks and
grease stains; however, for stubborn ink marks and stains, use the ink remover available from
Cirrus Design.
The approved leather conditioner cleans, conditions, and restores. Especially formulated to
remove surface dirt and enhance the luster of naturally tanned leather, the unique wax-free for-
Description P/N or Spec. Supplier Purpose
Stoddard solvent PD-680 Type ll Any Source Engine degreasing
Cotton cloth (clean white,
lint free)
- Any Source General cleaning