Flight Manual STEMME S6
Doc.-No.:P400-006.000 E Page: 8-8 Revision: ---
Date of Issue: 07. October 2008 Date of Rev.: --.--.----
8.5 Cleaning and Care _______________________________
Even though the surfaces of composite-aircraft are robust and tough, they
should be cared for. Keep the following information about the cleaning and care
of the A/C in mind (see the maintenance-manual of the S6 for additional
information):
If the motorglider will be operated year-round, then it must be cared in such a
manner that no rust will form on the connecting elements of the fuselage, wings
and horizontal stabilizer.
Warning: All structural components made of fiber-composites should
have a white surface. (Exceptions are areas for the
registration-number and for caution-marks.) Very dark colors
can cause the surface to warm up to critical temperatures.
An unnoticed loss of structural integrity might result.
Caution: Strong contamination of the surfaces will reduce flight
performance and will cause light surfaces to heat up when
exposed to sunlight.
8.5.1 Finished Surfaces
The entire surface of the motorglider is finished with a weather-resistant white
two-component-finish. However, the aircraft should still be protected from
moisture. It should also not be exposed to direct sunlight (heat) and continuous
UV-light for longer than necessary.
• Remove water which has reached the interior of components by storing the
components dryly and rotating them several times.
• Clean and wash the surfaces regularly with clear water, a sponge and a
leather-rag. Give special attention to the leading edges of the wings and
stabilizers. To remove bugs and dirt (which may caused by the propeller),
the use of a bug-sponge is recommended.
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