Paramotor Service Manual or E start
this option is for you if you dont like to service your own paramotor.
This option is for manual or E start Motors.
The service is for a 4-5 hour session where on your motor i will check the following, and advise if any parts are required. You will need to book the service date/time with me and deliver the motor to me and leave the motor with me, and i will call you/email when complete or if anything needs to be replaced and the relevant costs
Prop
• Prop mounted correct way round and also check prop balance.
• Prop “waggle” sideways to axis
• Twist tips to discover splits or cracks
• Check for any visual signs of damage
• Clearance to frame check
• Check bolt torque
• Check tips relative to frame for symmetry
Reduction system/gear box
1) Gear box
• Check breather
• Excess noise when running
• Move prop shaft to check bearing play and mounting bolts
• Check for oil leaks around seals
2) Belt drives
• Check belt tension and condition
• Check for residue (belt debris)
• Pulleys in line and belt running true
• Pulley and bearing play
Exhaust system
• Exhaust “waggle” for excessive play (frame contact)
• Exhaust outlet direction (safe)
• Cracks and corrosion (especially near engine)
• Mounting bolts and anti vibration rubbers condition
• Free movement of joints (graphite lubrication)
• Safety lock wires on if applicable
• Clear of fuel and electrical components
• No obvious exhaust gas leaks
Fuel system
• Fuel mixture due to nature can NOT be checked.
• Fuel tank secure, straps & bolts
• Fuel tank condition – bottom
• Caps and seals – thread conditions – all tightly closed
• Fuel tank breather system open and functioning
• Check spark plug colour
• Fuel lines – condition, routing & security
• Fuel Line condition – suppleness & friction marks
• Fuel filters – fittings & clean (no water content)
• Air filter – in place, clean and secure
• Carb secure, check for induction leaks, return spring, choke lever, cable condition and primer bulb system ands rebuild carb if nessecary (Carb Rebuild is £100 labour up to 2 hours work)
• Throttle cable, routing, secure ends, good condition & free movement
• Cruise control if fitted
Electrical system
• Kill switch – wiring & operation
• Ignition/main switch
• Earth leads secure & in good condition
• HT lead and coil connections
• Plug cap secure
• Spark plug torque
These items will only be checked on the E start service and the E start service is £25 extra
• Battery secure and charged
• Battery terminals for corrosion & security
Starter mechanism
1. Manual
• Pull cord condition & routing
• Return spring and ratchet working
• Length of cord
• Pulley system condition & security
2. Electrical will only be checked if E start service is booked
• Condition of starter ring and starter motor secure
• Bendix return spring working
• Greased
• Electrical connections secure (no chaffing)
Engine
• Alignment
• Mountings condition & fastenings
• Leaks – cylinder head & base, main bearing
• Castings for cracks
• Cooling cowlings condition & security
• Clean engine all visible parts will be given a quick clean
Frame
• Straightness & geometry
• Frame “waggle” listen for clicks (welding cracks)
• Inspect welded joints
• Netting tension & security
• Specially around the engine mounts
• All fastenings
• Frame segments fitting correctly
• Hang points and attachments
Harness if fitted
• General condition of webbing & stitching
• Buckles clean and working correctly
• Symmetry in general fitting
• Mountings
• Mallions tight and locked off
• Adjustment mechanisms
• Speed bar/stirrup mechanism inc. stowing
• Pockets secure
• Reserve mounted correctly, reserve handles release ok, we will not deploy your reserve or inspect inside the pocket
• Karabiners clean in good condition, locking system working, back up system (if fitted) and gates facing inwards