A109E Maintenance Manual Section on Main Landing Gear

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SECTION 32-11
MAIN LANDING GEAR
32-11-1. DESCRIPTION
32-11-2. MAIN LANDING GEAR
(Fig 32-4)
The main landing gear consists of a right and a left main landing gear placed symmetrically on the left and
right sponson of the fuselage underside.
Each main landing gear consists of a strut secured to the sponson by means of a forward and a aft bracket
which permit landing gear retraction, and an hydraulic actuator which extends landing gear.
The actuator has also the function to lock the main landing gear in the extended position.
32-11-3. LANDING GEAR STRUT
The landing gear oleo strut incorporates an upper double web attachment which is attached to the forward and
aft brackets.
The main wheel and brake assembly are attached to a stub axle at the lower end of the oleo strut.
A charging valve on the top of the strut enables it to be serviced.
The middle side of the oleo strut incorporates an actuator attachment to which the hydraulic actuator is
attached. A microswitch is fitted on the left landing gear strut and is operated by the scissors mechanism.
32-11-4. MAINTENANCE
32-11-5. GENERAL INFORMATION
The maintenance procedures for the main landing gear cover the Line Replaceable Units (LRU) listed in Table
32-1.
The maintenance procedures include removal/installation, adjustment/test, inspection/check, cleaning/painting
and repair instructions as applicable.
Table 32-1. LRU of main landing gear
FIG AND INDEX NO DESCRIPTION PAGE BLOCK

32-5 LEFT/RIGHT MAIN LANDING GEAR STRUTS 32-11-01
32-9 LEFT LANDING GEAR ACTUATED MICROSWITCH 32-11-02
32-11 LEFT/RIGHT MAIN LANDING GEAR FORWARD AND AFT BRACKETS 32-11-03
32-11-6. TROUBLESHOOTING
(Fig 32-5)
32-11-7. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART OF MAIN LANDING GEAR
PROBABLE CAUSE ISOLATION PROCEDURE REMEDY

PRESSURE DROP
Nitrogen leakage between rod and plug. Check packing. Replace packing.
LEAKAGE OF NITROGEN DURING CHARGE
Charging valve defective. Check with a serviceable charging valve. Replace valve.
Packing defective. Check packing. Replace packing.
LEAKAGE OF FLUID THROUGH RETAINING PACKING (2), fig 32-6
Packing defective. Check packing. Replace packing.
Maintenance Manual - MM - Section 32-11 Main landing gear Printed on 24/3/2017

LEAKAGE OF FLUID THROUGH ROD OF STRUT (7)

Packings defective. Check packing. Replace packing.
PRESENCE OF AIR IN OIL CHAMBER
Oozing between rods of strut (7). Check packing. Replace packing.
Packings defective. Check packing. Replace packing.
EXTERNAL LEAKS OR OOZING OF ROD OF STRUT (7)
Packings defective. Check packings. Replace packings.
32-11-8. VERIFICATION OF MAIN AND NOSE LANDING GEAR SHOCK ABSORBER HEIGHT
A. Evaluate (a qualitative check is considered appropriate) the height H of the shock absorber (see Fig12-
10 thru Fig12-12 of Chap 12 for reference) and check that it is with in the required tolerances (see Table
32-2, Table 32-3, Table 32-4 and Table 32-5 for reference). In spite of the wide range of accuracy laid
down for these tolerances, this measurement will provide a simple means indetermining rapidly in the
charge pressure if the shock absorber shows any anomaly that may affect operation.
B. If the value is not within the tolerances given below check the shock absorber to ascertain if the anomaly
is caused by a leak of nitrogen or of hydraulic fluid.
NOTE: The weights and tolerances given below are applicable to a shock absorber fitted to a ready-to-flight
helicopter with ambient temperature between:
for the Mecaer installation -40C and + 50C

for the Magnaghi installation -25C and + 50C

(1) The dimension H is referred to CG max aft and CG max fwd respectively, considering a four
different MTOW.
(2) For the Mecaer installation the MTOW of 2475 Kg, 2625 Kg, 2775 Kg and 2925 Kg have been
considered.
The data of 2475 Kg cover the configurations between 2400 Kg and 2550 Kg; the data of 2625 Kg
cover the configurations between 2550 Kg and 2700 Kg; the data of 2775 Kg cover the configurations
between 2700 Kg and 2850 Kg; the data of 2925 Kg cover the configurations between 2850 Kg and
3000 Kg.
(3) For the Magnaghi installation the MTOW of 2325 Kg, 2475 Kg, 2625 Kg and 2775 Kg have been
considered. The data of 2325 Kg cover the configurations between 2250 Kg and 2400 Kg; the data of
2475 Kg cover the configurations between 2400 Kg and 2550 Kg; the data of 2625 Kg cover the
configurations between 2550 Kg and 2700 Kg; the data of 2775 Kg cover the configurations between
2700 Kg and 2850 Kg.
(4) The tolerance on the measure of H is 5 mm.
Temperature Weight Range Weight Range Weight Range Weight Range

2400 Kg - 2550 Kg 2550 Kg - 2700 Kg 2700 Kg - 2850 Kg 2850 Kg - 3000 Kg
H H H H H H H H
(CG fwd) (CG aft) (CG fwd) (CG aft) (CG fwd) (CG aft) (CG fwd) (CG aft)
(C) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
-40 29 19 25 15 20 11 16 8
-30 36 24 31 20 26 17 21 14
-20 42 30 37 26 32 22 27 19
-10 48 36 43 32 38 28 33 25
0 54 42 49 37 44 33 39 30

10 61 48 55 43 50 39 44 36
20 67 54 61 49 56 44 50 41
30 73 60 67 54 62 50 56 46
40 80 66 74 60 68 56 62 52
50 86 71 80 66 74 61 67 57
Table 32-2. Mecaer MLG S/A height (P/N 109-0503-45-101 and -102)

H H H H H H H H
-25 45 34 39 29 34 24 27 21
-20 48 37 42 32 37 27 30 24
-10 55 43 49 38 43 33 36 30
0 61 49 55 44 49 39 42 35
10 68 56 62 50 56 45 48 41
20 75 62 68 56 62 51 54 47
30 81 68 74 62 68 57 60 53
40 88 74 81 68 74 62 66 58
50 95 81 87 74 80 68 72 64
Table 32-3. Magnaghi MLG S/A height (P/N 109-0503-45-101,-102, -103 and -104)

H H H H H H H H
-40 12 43 9 39 7 33 6 27
-30 17 50 14 45 11 39 10 32
-20 22 56 19 51 16 45 15 38
-10 27 62 23 57 21 50 20 43
0 32 68 28 63 25 56 24 49
10 37 75 33 69 30 62 29 54
20 42 81 38 75 35 68 33 60
30 46 87 43 81 39 74 38 65
40 51 93 47 87 44 80 43 71
50 56 100 52 93 49 85 47 77
Table 32-4. Mecaer NLG S/A height (P/N 109-0503-44-101/-103)


H H H H H H H H
-25 26 49 23 45 21 41 22 35
-20 28 51 25 47 23 43 24 37
-10 32 56 29 52 26 47 27 41
0 36 61 32 56 30 52 31 45
10 39 65 36 61 33 56 34 49
20 43 70 40 65 37 60 38 53
30 47 75 43 70 41 65 41 58
40 50 79 47 74 44 69 45 62
50 54 84 51 79 48 73 48 66
Table 32-5. Magnaghi NLG S/A height (P/N 109-0501-28-107)
32-11-9. LEFT/RIGHT MAIN LANDING GEAR STRUTS
32-11-10. Removal/installation
(Fig 32-5)
NOTE: The following procedure is applicable to both left and right landing gear (LG) strut unless otherwise
indicated.
A. Input Conditions
(1) Required conditions:
Helicopter safe for maintenance (Chap 00)
Forward and aft sponson fairing removed
Main wheel removed (Para 32-41-14)
Wheel brake removed (Para 32-41-32).
(2) Support equipment: None.
(3) Consumable materials:
WARNING: THE CONSUMABLE MATERIALS THE NOMENCLATURE OF WHICH IS PREFIXED BY (D)

ARE DANGEROUS MATERIALS.
BEFORE USE, MAKE SURE TO KNOW THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND FIRST AID
INSTRUCTIONS PRINTED ON:
- THE LABEL ON THE CONTAINER THE MATERIAL WAS SUPPLIED IN
- THE MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
- THE LOCAL SAFETY REGULATIONS.
ALSO MAKE SURE THAT THE APPLICABLE FIRST AID MATERIALS ARE AVAILABLE.
Grease (C469).
(D) Hydraulic fluid (C155) or (only for Mecaer) (C053) or (C240).
(D) Corrosion preventive compound (C003).
Safety wire (C014).

CAUTION: FOR MECAER LANDING GEAR STRUTS THE HYDRAULIC FLUIDS (C155, C053 AND C240)
ARE EQUIVALENT BUT CANNOT BE MIXED.
(4) Other recommendations:
Observe maintenance precautions contained in Chap 29.
B. Removal Procedure
(1) (Left MLG strut only) Disconnect electrical connector (14) from microswitch assembly (13).
(2) Put caps on disconnected electrical connectors to prevent entry of foreign matter.
NOTE: Support hydraulic actuator (20) to prevent possible damage to components during MLG strut removal.
(3) Cut safety wire and unscrew bolt (8) 3 to 5 turns until flanged washer (9) is free from its engagement
in pin (22).
(4) Remove cotter pin (12), nut (11), washer (10) and bolt (8). Discard cotter pin (12).
(5) Withdraw pin (22) and slip off hydraulic actuator rod end (20) from MLG strut (7).
NOTE: Support MLG strut (7) during removal
(6) Remove cotter pins (6 and 16), nuts (5 and 15) washers (4 and 17), peeling washers (2 and 18) and
bolts (1 and 19), then remove MLG strut (7) from helicopter. Discard cotter pins (6 and 16).
NOTE: Perform following Step (5) only if MLG strut must be replaced.
(7) (Left MLG strut only) Remove microswitch assembly (13) from MLG strut (7) (Para 32-11-10).
C. Disassembly/Assembly.
NOTE: Replace all seals at the time intervals prescribed in A109E-MPM.
CAUTION: MAKE SURE WORK BENCH IS PERFECTLY CLEAN. DISASSEMBLY SHOULD BE

PERFORMED ONLY TO THE EXTENT REQUIRED TO ISOLATE AND CORRECT FAULT
ENCOUNTERED.
(1) Disassembly of nitrogen charging valve (Fig 32-6).
(a) Place shock strut, fully extended, in vertical position.
(b) Remove cap (5) from nitrogen charging valve.
(c) Loosen charging valve (6) to release gas pressure from shock strut.
(d) Unscrew and remove charging valve (7).
(2) Reassembly of nitrogen charging valve.
(a) Screw nitrogen charging valve (7) into its seat on strut. Torque 10.0 to 12.5 Nm.
(b) Screw cap (5) on charging valve.
(c) Service shock strut with nitrogen (Chap 12).
(3) Disassembly of filling valve (Fig 32-6).
(a) Place shock strut on a suitable work ring in vertical position.
(b) Remove cap (5) from nitrogen charging valve.
(c) Loosen nitrogen charging valve nut (6) to release gas pressure from shock strut.

(d) Remove the bead of sealant (3) around the filling plug (1) if present.
(e) Cut and remove the lockwire (4).
(f) Remove the filling plug (1).
(g) Remove and discard the packing (2).
(h) Connect a fitting with transparent hose to filling port of the shock absorber.
(i) Fully compress the shock absorber in order to discharge the hydraulic fluid.
(4) Reassembly of filling valve.
(a) Place shock strut, fully compressed, in vertical position.
(b) Remove the cap (5) and connect to the nitrogen charging valve a transparent hose (no fluid
leakage shall occur through the nitrogen charging valve).
(c) Connect the oil charge unit (LSE NO 147) to the oil filling port and fill the shock absorber with
hydraulic fluid (C155) or (only for Mecaer) (C053) or (C240) until pressure rises suddenly.
CAUTION: DO NOT EXCEED 25 BAR (362,5 PSI)
NOTE: During the filling operation the shock absorber extends until the internal piston reaches the end of its
stroke.
(d) Disconnect the oil charge unit and connect the transparent hose to the filling port.
(e) Slowly compress the shock absorber and against its internal stop. The hydraulic fluid flows from
the filling port.
NOTE: If in the hydraulic fluid there are air bubbles, which can be detected particularly during the last
centimetres of stroke, repeat Steps (c) thru (e).
(f) Remove the transparent hose from filling port.
(g) Install the filling plug (1) with a new packing (2).
(h) Torque the filling plug 5,0 to 6,5 Nm and lock with safety wire (C014).
(i) Extend the shock absorber for about 80 mm.
(j) Put the free end of the transparent hose connected with the nitrogen charging valve into a
container filled with hydraulic fluid (C155) or (only for Mecaer) (C053) or (C240).
(k) Extend the shock absorber for 20 mm to suck fluid.
(l) Slowly compress the shock absorber up to its internal stop. Allow the excess of fluid to flow out
from the nitrogen charging valve.
(m) Maintain the shock absorber fully compressed and inflate the shock absorber with nitrogen
(Chap 12).
(n) Let the nitrogen flow out with the excess of fluid.
(o) Service shock strut with nitrogen (Chap 12).
D. Installation Procedure
NOTE: Perform the following Step (1) only if MLG strut has been replaced.
(1) Install microswitch assembly (13, Fig 32-5) on MLG strut (7) (Para 32-11-10).
(2) Put in position the MLG strut between the mounting brackets (3).

(3) Install the forward and aft mounting bolts (1 and 19), without the peeling washers (2 and 18).
(4) Torque nuts to snug.
(5) Support MLG strut in place and inspect the installation for seizure or excessive play.
NOTE: If excessive play is found, remove mounting bolts (1, 19) one at a time and re-install using the peeling
washers (2, 18). Divide peeling washers evenly on forward and aft positions; select them on fit
avoiding seizure or excessive play.
(6) Before connecting the hydraulic actuator move the MLG strut inboard and outboard to verify the
absence of bindings.
(7) Install washers (4, 17) and nuts (5, 15). Torque nuts to 54,23 - 67,78 Nm and safety with cotter pins
(6, 16).
(8) Put in position hydraulic actuator rod end (20) on MLG strut (7).
(9) Spread a film of corrosion preventive compound (C003) on pin (9A). Insert pin in its seat with the hole
aligned with MLG strut hole (7).
(10) Spread a film of corrosion preventive compound (C003) on bolt (9B) then fit the bolt through holes of
MLG strut (7) and pin (9A).
(11) Install the washer (10) and nut (11). Torque nut 2,5 to 3,5 Nm and then fit new cotter pin (12).
(12) Engage the flanged washer (9) in the slots of pin (9A). Fit bolt (8) and torque 2,5 to 3,5 Nm. Secure
with safety wire (C014)
(13) Remove caps from electrical connectors and connect electrical connector (14) to microswitch
assembly (13).
E. Inspection
(1) Inspect the paint on the leg for satisfactory condition, damage, flaking and corrosion. Restore the
paint, if necessary. Check identification plates for security and legibility.
(2) (Only for P/N 109-0503-45-101/102) Visually inspect with particular care the area between the piston
and the wheel axle (refer to Fig 32-8). If cracks or other damages are found on the paint, it could be
evidence of structuralcracks. Remove the paint and inspect the area by fluorescent penetrant method
ASTM-E1417-95A. Restore the paint after the conclusion of the inspection (refer to Para 32-11-14). If
evidence of cracks are confirmed, replace the landing gear before the next flight.
(3) Inspect lock wires for condition.
(4) (Only for P/N 109-0502-90-101/102). Check the condition of the sealing compound on hinge pins of
the landing gear leg and on the actuating cylinder.
(5) (Only for P/N 109-0502-90-101/102). Inspect the up-lock roller for binding and peening. Inspect the
two lugs retaining the roller for security of attachment.
(6) Inspect the shock absorber valves for condition and leakage.
(7) Inspect the shock absorber rod for condition, scores or scratches, flaking and leakage.
(8) Inspect the hydraulic pipes for condition, damage, distortion, chafing, for security and sealing of the
unions.
(9) (Only for P/N 109-0502-90-101/-102) Inspect the electrical harness for condition of cables, correct
clamping to the leg and locking of movable connectors. Make sure that the switch is in satisfactory
condition and correctly secured in position.
(10) (Only for P/N 109-0503-45-101/102). Carefully inspect pintle attach area with the aid of flashlight and
mirror.

F. Follow-on Maintenance Required:
Install wheel brake (Para 32-41-32)
Install main wheel (Para 32-41-14)
Lower helicopter on ground (Chap 07).
G. Special Inspection (following a hard landing event)
(1) Visual inspection and dimensional check.
Visually inspect the main landing gear leg and its attachment point on the helicopter structure.
Inspect in the same way, the actuating cylinder as well as their attachment points on the leg and
the helicopter structure.
Make sure that there are no cracks.
Check the adjustment of the main landing gear.
(2) Check the landing gear operation.
Check the pressure values and operating times for the landing gear.
CAUTION: IF THESE CHECKS DO NOT GIVE SATISFACTORY RESULTS, PLEASE CONTACT

FINMECCANICA HELICOPTER DIVISION.
32-11-10A. MAIN LANDING GEAR STATIC COMPRESSION CHECK

(Fig 32-6A)
NOTE: When suspect the loss of balance between the right main landing gear and the left main landing gear,
perform this procedure for determination of the difference of static compression between main
landing gear.
A. With helicopter weight on wheels, measure dimension H (See fig1 2-10, fig 12-11 and fig 12-12) on the
right and left main landing gear.
B. Calculate the difference of static compression between right landing gear and left landing gear.
C. Check that the difference of static compression value, related to MTOW, is included in the diagram (fig
32-6A).
NOTE: The difference of static compression value has a tolerance of + 10%.
D. If the value is included in the range indicated on the diagram (figure 32-6A), no corrective action is
required. Continue the normal operation on the helicopter.
E. If the value is not included in the range indicated on the diagram (fig 32-6A), contact Finmeccanica
Helicopter Division for corrective action.
F. Example:
If the difference of static compression value is 19 m m and the MTOW is 2400 Kg, any corrective
action is required. Maximum value permitted is 19,8 mm:
Nominal value is 18mm (refer to fig 32-6A) + 10% tolerance (1,8mm) = Total 19,8mm.
The measured value of 19 mm result in tolerance.
If the difference of static compression value is 23 mm and the MTOW is 2400Kg, contact
Finmeccanica Helicopter Division for corrective action. Maximum value permitted is 19,8mm:
Nominal value is 18mm (refer to fig 32-6A) + 10% tolerance (1,8mm) = Total 19,8mm. The measured value of
23 mm result out of tolerance.
32-11-11. TORQUE LINK OF THE MAIN LANDING GEARS

32-11-12. Inspection - spherical bearing of the upper torque link

(Fig 32-7)
NOTE: The following inspection is applicable to main landing gears P/N 109-0502-90-101/-102/-103/-104.
A. Visually inspect the spherical bearing (16) of the LH and RH upper torque link (13) for the correct position
into its seat. The external race (15) (shown in black) of the spherical bearing (15) must not protrude from
the adjacent surface of the upper torque link.
B. If the external race (15) (shown in black) of the spherical bearing (16) protrudes from the adjacent surface
of the upper torque link (13), replace the link (13). Refer to Para 32-11-13.
32-11-12A. Inspection - spherical bearing of the upper torque link

(Fig 32-7A)
NOTE: The following inspection is applicable to main landing gears P/N 109-0503-45-101/-102.
A. Visually inspect the spherical bearing (21) of the LH and RH upper torque link (18) for the correct position
into its seat. The external race (20) (shown in black) of the spherical bearing (21) must not protrude from
the adjacent surface of the upper torque link.
B. If the external race (20) (shown in black) of the spherical bearing (21) protrudes from the adjacent surface
of the upper torque link (18), replace the link (18). Refer to Para 32-11-13.
32-11-13. Removal/installation - upper and lower torque links (MLG P/N 109-0502-90-101/-102/-103/-
104)
(Fig 32-7)
A. Removal procedure
(1) Remove cotter pin (12), nut (11), washer (8) and bolt (8). Discard cotter pin (12).
(2) Remove nut (3), washer (2) and bolt (1).
(3) Remove bushing (14).
(4) Remove upper torque link (13) from MLG strut.
(5) Remove nut (6), washer (5) and bolt (4).
(6) Remove bushing (7).
(7) Remove lower torque link (9) from MLG strut.
B. Installation procedure
(1) Put in position upper torque link (13) on MLG strut and install bushing (14).
(2) Install bolt (1), washer (2) and nut (3).
(3) Torque the nut (3) to 2.5 - 3.5 Nm.
(4) Put in position lower torque link (9) on MLG strut and install bushing (7).
(5) Install bolt (4) washer (5) and nut (6).
(6) Torque the nut (6) to 2.5 - 3.5 Nm.
(8) Torque the nut (11) to 20-23,5 Nm. Safety with new cotter pin (12).
(9) Apply a bead of (D) sealing compound (C501) around bolts and nuts. Touch-up painting as
necessary.

32-11-13A. Removal/installation - upper and lower torque links (MLG P/N 109-0503-45-101/-102)
(Fig 32-7A)
A. Removal procedure
(1) Remove cotter pin (13), nut (12), spacer (14), ring (15), seals (16 and 17) and bolt (11).
(2) Remove cotter pin (4), nut (3), washer (2) and bolt (5).
(3) Remove pin (19).
(4) Remove upper torque link (18) from MLG strut.
(5) Remove cotter pin (8), nut (7), washer (6) and bolt (5).
(6) Remove pin (10).
(7) Remove lower torque link (9) from MLG strut.
B. Installation procedure
(1) Put in position upper torque link (18) on MLG strut and install pin (19).
CAUTION: THE RIGHT TORQUE LINK MUST BE INSTALLED AS SHOWN IN FIGURE 32-7A.
(3) Torque the nut (3) to 2.5 - 3.5 Nm. Safety with new cotter pin (4).
(4) Put in position lower torque link (9) on MLG strut and install pin (10).
CAUTION: THE RIGHT TORQUE LINK MUST BE INSTALLED AS SHOWN IN FIGURE 32-7A.
(5) Install bolt (5) washer (6) and nut (7).
(6) Torque the nut (7) to 2.5 - 3.5 Nm. Safety with new cotter pin (8).
(7) Install bolt (11), seals (16 and 17), ring (15), spacer (14) and nut (12).
(8) Torque the nut (12) to 20 - 23,5 Nm. Safety with new cotter pin (13).
(9) Apply a bead of (D) sealing compound (C501) around bolts and nuts. Touch-up painting as
necessary.
32-11-14. Wheel axle and piston paint touch-up (MLG P/N 109-0503-45-101/102)
A. Clean the painting surfaces with cleaning solvent (C187).
B. Mask the surrounding areas.
C. Apply one coat of pre-treatment compound (C607). Film thickness must be 15 to 20 micron.
D. Apply one coat of (D) epoxy primer (C446). Film thickness must be 22 to 27 micron.
E. Apply one coat of (D) lacquer (C138).
F. Remove masking.
32-11-15. LEFT LANDING GEAR ACTUATED MICROSWITCH (S8605)

(Fig 32-9)
A. Input Conditions
Helicopter safe for maintenance (Chap 00).

(3) Consumable materials: None.
Safety wire (C014).
(4) Other recommendations: None.
(1) Cut and remove the lock wire from the nut (7, Fig. 32-9) and bracket (4).
(2) Remove the retaining clip (7).
(3) Remove the nut (6), bushing (8) and keyway washer (5).
(4) Remove the microswitch (1), washer (2) and washer (3) from the bracket (4).
C. Installation Procedure
(1) If you install a new microswitch (1) continue in the way that follows:
(a) Connect the microswitch wiring to the landing gear cable assy as shown in related wiring
diagram, refer to A109E-WDM.
(b) For detailed instructions on how to connect the wiring, refer to the applicable procedures given in
the A119/A109 SERIES-ESP.
(c) If necessary, install the heat shrinkable insulation sleeving P/N 222S142-25S or P/N A574A02-
06 on the microswitch body and the heat shrinkable insulation sleeving P/N PAN6480K02 on the
cable assy.
(2) Install the microswitch in the way that follows:
(a) Put the microswitch (1) with the adjusted washers (2 and 3) in position on the bracket (4).
(b) Install the keyway washer (5), nut (6) and bushing (8).
(c) Install the locking ring clip (7).
(d) The bushing (8) must be bottomed and then loosened until the roller plunger (1) of the
microswitch is in the correct position against the lever (9).
(e) Safety the nut (6) to bracket (4) with lock wire (C014).
D. Follow-on Maintenance Required:
Do the function test of the utility hydraulic system, refer to Para 29-21-8A.
Remove loose items from the work area.
32-11-17. Inspection
A. Inspect left landing gear actuated microswitch for damage and corrosion.
B. Inspect electrical connector pins for damage and corrosion.
32-11-18. Adjustment
A. Input Conditions

Safety wire (C014).
B. Remove the microswitch (1, Fig. 32-9) from the bracket (4) in the way that follows:
Cut and remove lock wire from the nut (6) and bracket (4);
Microswitch (1);
Washer (2);
Washer (3);
Keyway washer (5);
Nut (6);
Bushing (8);
Locking ring clip (7).
(1) Lift the helicopter on the jacks, refer to Para 07-10-2, so that the wheels have ground clearance.
(2) Make sure that the main landing gear shock strut have the correct nitrogen pressure, refer to Para
12-20-18.
(3) Hold the microswitch (1, Fig. 32-10) loose in bracket (2) until the roller plunger touches the lever (3),
but do not compress it, as shown in figure and measure the distance D (distance between bracket
and microswitch housing).
(4) Remove the microswitch (1) and lower the helicopter on its wheels.
(5) Calculate the thickness T of the washers (2 and 3, Fig. 32-9) as follows:
T=D-C
Where
D = dimension recorded in Step B. (3)
C = constant 2,5 0,5 mm that corresponds to the travel needed for the correct microswitch
installation
(6) Make sure the thickness T calculated in Step B.(5) is not more than 3 mm.
NOTE: If the thickness T is more than 3 mm, make sure the roller plunger is in axis with the flat surface of
the lever (9). If this is not the case the bracket (4) may be bent and must be replaced.
(7) Stack a combination of washers (2 and 3) until you get the thickness T calculated in Step B. (5).
(8) Align the roller plunger (4, Fig. 32-10) of microswitch with lever (9). The roller must be in the vertical
position to permit rolling on the flat surface of the lever.
(9) Install the microswitch (1) on the bracket (4) in the way that follows:
Microswitch (1);
Washer (2 and 3) to get thickness T calculated in Step B. (5);
Keyway washer (5);

Nut (6);
Bushing (8);
Locking ring clip (7).
(10) The bushing (8), must be bottomed and then loosened until the roller plunger (4, Fig.32-10) on the
microswitch is in the correct position against the bracket (2).
(11) Safety the components in the way that follows:
safety the nut (6, Fig. 32-9) to bracket (4) with lock wire (C014).
(12) Do a function test of the extension and retraction system, refer to Para 32-31-8.
C. Follow-on Maintenance Required:
Remove loose items from the work area.
32-11-19. LEFT/RIGHT MAIN LANDING GEAR FORWARD AND AFT BRACKETS
(Fig 32-11)
A. Input Conditions
Helicopter raised on jacks (Chap 07)
Main landing gear strut removed (Para 32-11-10).
NOTE: The following procedure is applicable to all forward and aft, left and right main landing gear brackets
unless otherwise indicated.
(1) Remove the six cotter pins (7). Discard cotter pins.
(2) Remove the six nuts (6), washers (4 and 5) and bolts (3) securing bracket (1) to airframe (2).
(3) Remove bracket (1) from airframe (2).
C. Installation Procedure
(1) Position bracket (1) on airframe (2).
(2) Install the six bolts (3), washers (4 and 5) and nuts (6) securing bracket (1) to airframe (2).
(3) Torque nuts (6) to 1,36 1,69 Nm.
(4) Install six new cotter pins (7).
D. Follow-on Maintenance Required:
Install main landing gear strut (Para 32-11-10)

Lower helicopter on ground (Chap 07).
32-11-21. UP LOCK BRACKET P/N M019-01H014-101

(Fig 32-11A)
A. Input Conditions
NOTE: This procedure is applicable only for helicopter equipped with main landing gears P/N 109-0503-45-
101 and P/N 109-0503-45-102.
B. Removal Procedure.
(1) Unscrew nut (9 fig 32-11A), remove washer (10) bolts (11) and remove microswitch bracket (12) from
casing.
(2) Unscrew the nut (1), remove washer (2), bolt (8) and remove up lock bracket (6) from casing.
(3) Remove from up lock bracket split pin (3), washer (4), pivot pin (7) and roller (5).
C. Installation Procedure.
(1) Position roller (5) between the legs of support (6).
(2) Insert pin (7).
(3) Install washer (4) and lock with split pin (3).
(4) Install the group on casing; install bolts (8), washer (2) and nuts (1).
(5) Tighten nuts to 0,25 to 0,35 da Nm.
(6) Install on casing the microswitch support (12), bolts (11), washer (10) and nuts (9).
(7) Tighten nuts to 0,25 to 0,35 da Nm.

Figure 12-10. Verification of MLG shock strut height

Figure 12-11. Verification of NLG shock strut height (only for MECAER installation)

Figure 12-12. Verification of NLG shock strut height (only for MAGNAGHI installation)


1. Main landing gear strut

2. Main landing gear bracket
Figure 32-4. Main landing gear

1. Bolt
2. Peeling washer
3. Bracket
4. Washer
5. Nut
6. Cotter pin
7. MLG strut
8. Bolt
9. Flanged washer
10. Washer
11. Nut
12. Cotter pin
13. Microswitch (*)

14. Electrical connector (

15. Nut
16. Cotter pin
17. Washer
18. Peeling washer
19. Bolt
20. Hydraulic actuator
21. Charging valve
22. Pin
23. Bolt
O Left MLG strut only
Figure 32-5. Removal/installation of left/right main landing gear struts

1. Filling valve
2. Packing
3. Sealant
4. Lock wire
5. Cap
6. Charging valve nut
7. Nitrogen charging valve
Figure 32-6. Main landing gear shock strut

Figure 32-6A. Difference of static compression, allowable value

NOTE:
Valid for LH and RH main landing gear leg
1. Bolt
2. Washer
3. Nut
4. Bolt
5. Washer
6. Nut
7. Bushing
8. Bolt

9. Lower torque link

10. Washer
11. Nut
12. Cotter pin
13. Upper torque link
14. Bushing
15. External race
16. Spherical bearing
Figure 32-7. Upper and lower torque links (MLG P/N 109-0502-90-101/-102/-103/-104)

NOTE:
Valid for LH and RH main landing gear leg
1. Bolt
2. Washer
3. Nut
4. Cotter pin
5. Bolt
6. Washer
7. Nut
8. Cotter pin

9. Lower torque link

10. Pin
11. Bolt
12. Nut
13. Cotter pin
14. Spacer
15. Ring
16. Seal
17. Seal
18. Upper torque link
19. Pin
20. External race
21. Spherical bearing
Figure 32-7A. Upper and lower torque links (MLG P/N 109-0503-45-101/-102)

Figure 32-8. Wheel axle inspection area (MLG P/N 109-0503-45-101/102)

1. Microswitch
2. Washer
3. Washer
4. Bracket
5. Washer
6. Nut
7. Locking ring clip
8. Bushing
9. Lever
Figure 32-9. Removal/installation of left landing gear actuated microswitch

1. Microswitch
2. Bracket
3. Lever
4. Plunger
Figure 32-10. Microswitch adjustment

1. Bracket
2. Sponson structure
3. Bolt
4. Washer
5. Washer
6. Nut
7. Cotter pin

Figure 32-11. Removal/installation of left/right main landing gear forward and aft brackets

1. Nut
2. Washer
3. Split pin
4. Washer
5. Roller
6. Up lock bracket
7. Pivot pin
8. Bolt
9. Nut
10. Washer
11. Bolt
12. Microswitch bracket
Figure 32-11A. Up lock bracket P/N M019-01H014-101

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A109E IETP 27th Issue Unmaintained Copy Page 1 of 33

MAIN LANDING GEAR

32-11-3. LANDING GEAR STRUT

FIG AND INDEX NO DESCRIPTION PAGE BLOCK

32-11-7. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART OF MAIN LANDING GEAR

PROBABLE CAUSE ISOLATION PROCEDURE REMEDY

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LEAKAGE OF FLUID THROUGH ROD OF STRUT (7)

for the Mecaer installation -40C and + 50C

(4) The tolerance on the measure of H is 5 mm.

Temperature Weight Range Weight Range Weight Range Weight Range

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Temperature Weight Range Weight Range Weight Range Weight Range

Temperature Weight Range Weight Range Weight Range Weight Range

Table 32-4. Mecaer NLG S/A height (P/N 109-0503-44-101/-103)

Temperature Weight Range Weight Range Weight Range Weight Range

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2250 Kg - 2400 Kg 2400 Kg - 2550 Kg 2550 Kg - 2700 Kg 2700 Kg - 2850 Kg

Table 32-5. Magnaghi NLG S/A height (P/N 109-0501-28-107)

32-11-9. LEFT/RIGHT MAIN LANDING GEAR STRUTS

(1) Required conditions:

Helicopter safe for maintenance (Chap 00)

Forward and aft sponson fairing removed

Main wheel removed (Para 32-41-14)

Wheel brake removed (Para 32-41-32).

(2) Support equipment: None.

(3) Consumable materials:

WARNING: THE CONSUMABLE MATERIALS THE NOMENCLATURE OF WHICH IS PREFIXED BY (D)

(D) Hydraulic fluid (C155) or (only for Mecaer) (C053) or (C240).

(D) Corrosion preventive compound (C003).

Safety wire (C014).

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(4) Other recommendations:

Observe maintenance precautions contained in Chap 29.

NOTE: Support MLG strut (7) during removal

NOTE: Replace all seals at the time intervals prescribed in A109E-MPM.

CAUTION: MAKE SURE WORK BENCH IS PERFECTLY CLEAN. DISASSEMBLY SHOULD BE

(1) Disassembly of nitrogen charging valve (Fig 32-6).

(a) Place shock strut, fully extended, in vertical position.

(b) Remove cap (5) from nitrogen charging valve.

(d) Unscrew and remove charging valve (7).

(2) Reassembly of nitrogen charging valve.

(b) Screw cap (5) on charging valve.

(c) Service shock strut with nitrogen (Chap 12).

(3) Disassembly of filling valve (Fig 32-6).

(a) Place shock strut on a suitable work ring in vertical position.

(b) Remove cap (5) from nitrogen charging valve.

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(e) Cut and remove the lockwire (4).

(f) Remove the filling plug (1).

(g) Remove and discard the packing (2).

(4) Reassembly of filling valve.

(a) Place shock strut, fully compressed, in vertical position.

CAUTION: DO NOT EXCEED 25 BAR (362,5 PSI)

(f) Remove the transparent hose from filling port.

(i) Extend the shock absorber for about 80 mm.

(k) Extend the shock absorber for 20 mm to suck fluid.

(o) Service shock strut with nitrogen (Chap 12).

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(4) Torque nuts to snug.

(3) Inspect lock wires for condition.

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