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Electric AI Service/Repair
Posted: Fri Apr 03, 2009 7:57 pm
by Kevin Stewart
Hi,
Where, other than the manufacturer, can I send a Falcon electric AI for service/repair? I don't think that the gyro is spinning fast enough and consequently it needs repeated caging in flight to realign it.
I suspect that it may need to have the bearings replaced.
Thanks,
Kevin
Posted: Sat Apr 04, 2009 8:03 am
by Mike Mold
Hi Kevin,
My first call would be to Mike Hutchinson at Shobdon. The last number I had for him was 01568-708368
This might also help
http://www.aviation-database.com/search.php
Posted: Sun Apr 05, 2009 11:37 am
by mike newall
If the flag is showing, it is line voltage - check that 1st. These Chinese instruments are very much built to a price and they do need a good voltage to get them going.
After saying that, they do operate well, they just don't last very long.
Posted: Sun Apr 05, 2009 7:41 pm
by Kevin Stewart
The flag is not appearing and the supply is good. The 3 phase 400Hz drive signal to the motor is also good. I suspect that there is a mechanical problem. The unit looks nicely made inside with reasonable quality components.
I have noticed that it sounds different now compared to when it was working correctly. I certainly doesn't sound like it is spinning as fast as it used to.