Manual Smart M160 / 1– UL- Engine
November 05
Ecofly GmbH page 16
5. Checks
5.1. Daily Checks
o Remove cowling completely (top and bottom halves )
o Check engine frame and bearing seats (gearbox) for cracks
o Check bearing washers for cracks, replace if necessary
o Turn the drive belt around once and check for damage (outside and inside)
o Check drive and coolant lines as well as connections for coolant loss;
correct as necessary
o Check drive for oil leaks ; correct all leaks immediately
o Ensure that oil level is between Min. and Max. markings on the dip stick; top
up oil if necessary. DO NOT OVERFILL!
o Check fuel system for leaks
o Check all cables for abrasion damage; check proper seating of plugs
o Check proper functioning of the centrifugal clutch
(Clutch should engage at 1800 ± 200 RPM)
5.2. Checks after first 25hrs (in addition to 5.1.)
o Check the entire power train for loose or missing nuts and screws. Replace
or tighten as necessary.
o Check belt, belt tension, propeller drive and propeller bearings
o Check air filter
o Change oil, renew oil filter
o Clean and renew fuel filter if necessary
5.3. Checks after 100hrs / 1 year (in addition to 5.1.)
o Check the entire power train for loose or missing nuts and screws. Replace
or tighten as necessary
o Coat engine bearing and other rubber components with a rubber-care fluid
o Check belt, belt tension, propeller drive and propeller bearings
o Check belt tension: must yield 5-10mm in a cold engine when pressed
down with a finger; adjust if necessary
o Change oil, renew oil filter
o Renew fuel filter
o Carefully check fuel system and lines for signs of brittleness; check all
guides, joints and connectors, renew ageing components where necessary
o Clean air filter; renew if necessary
o Check for dirt in the interstices between cooling fins of the intercooler, clean
carefully
