Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM) EC135

Trim System, Rear Structure - Inspection

EFFECTIVITY Trim system in tail boom

6-1 Inspection - Trim System, Rear Structure

A. References:
53-50-00, 6-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removal / Installation - Trim System, Rear Structure

B. Special Tools:

None

C. Consumable Materials:

None

D. Routine Replacement Parts:

None

E. Procedure:

(1) Remove cover (5, Figure 601) in order to accomplish the inspection. To do so, open
quick-release fasteners (6).

(2) Remove attachment hardware (1, 2, 3) and trim weights (4).

(3) Inspect fuselage-attached part of the trim system and removed components for scratches,
nicks, cracks, corrosion, delamination and loose or missing rivets.

(a) Replace loose or missing rivets.

(b) If damage is evident, repair:

1 fuselage-attached part

2 laminate

contact ECD customer service or your local ECD representative, if necessary.

NOTE Depending on the helicopter’s equipment configuration the number of the

trim weights (max. 5) must be determined individually.

(4) Attach trim weights (4) using attachment hardware (2, 3). Tightening torque: 17-23 Nm
(151-203 lb.in). Then secure them by means of a circlip (1).

(5) Fit cover (5) and attach with screws (6).

Configuration code : 001 85-80-01, 6-1 Page 601

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 Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM) EC135

Inspection - Trim System, Rear Structure

Figure 601

Configuration code : 001 85-80-01, 6-1 Page 602

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