AIRCRAFT

MAINTENANCE MANUAL
CONTROL SURFACE BALANCING - RUDDER - ADJUSTMENT/TEST

EFFECTIVITY: ALL
1.

General
A.

This section gives the procedure to do the static balancing of the rudder.

B.

The procedures in this section are given in the sequence below.

C.

TASK NUMBER

DESCRIPTION

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Rudder Balance Procedure

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ALL

The abbreviations and acronyms used in this section are given in the sequence below:
ABBREVIATION

DESCRIPTION

in

Inch

kg

Kilogram

mm

Millimeter

SRM

Structural Repair Manual

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2.

Rudder Balance Procedure

A.

General
(1)

This task gives the procedure to do the static balancing of the rudder.

(2)

Make sure that the rudder is statically balanced. The value that you got must always be less
than or equal to the operational limit. If the value that you got is more than the operational
limit, a dangerous flight condition can occur.

(3)

Operation Limit is the weight of the gravitational center up to aft edge of the rudder. The
maximum operation limit is 22,72 kg.

(4)

For permanent allowable damage and temporary allowable damage (fly-by) included in the
SRM, the static balancing of the rudder is not necessary.
NOTE: Assess the damage to the rudder with the information included in chapter 55
(pageblock 1) of this manual.

(5)

If a rudder assembly is repaired or painted again, you must balance it.

NOTE:

(6)

C.

For damage in the rudder not included in the SRM, contact Embraer.

These maintenance technicians are necessary to do this task:

B.

The static balancing of the rudder is necessary when the permanent allowable
damage and temporary allowable damage (fly-by) are not allowed per SRM.

4 - Airframe (Structure)

References
REFERENCE

DESIGNATION

AIPC 55-40-02

RUDDER STRUCTURE

AMM TASK 20-00-00-910-801-A/200

Aircraft Maintenance Safety Procedures - Standard Procedures

AMM TASK 27-21-05-000-801-A/400

Rudder Surface - Removal

AMM TASK 27-21-05-400-801-A/400

Rudder Surface - Installation

AMM TASK 55-40-02-400-801-A/400

Rudder Balance Weight - Installation

Tools and Equipment

REFERENCE

DESIGNATION

ITEM GSE 367

SUPPORT SET, BALANCING, RUDDER

Commercially available

Wiper cloth, lint-free

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D.

E.

Consumable Materials
SPECIFICATION

DESIGNATION

PART NUMBER

REFERENCE

MEP13-083

Solvent Degreaser

CRC10900

CPC SECTION 07

ASTM-D-740

Methyl Ethyl Ketone

MEK

CPC SECTION 07

MEP 13-073

Solvent for Manual Cleaning

RHODIASOLVE E-23

CPC SECTION 07

Job Set-Up

WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT THE AIRCRAFT IS IN A SAFE CONDITION BEFORE YOU DO THE
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES. THIS IS TO PREVENT INJURY TO PERSONS
AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT.
SUBTASK 940-002-A
(1)

Do the procedure to make the aircraft safe for maintenance (AMM TASK
20-00-00-910-801-A/200).

WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT THE RUDDER WILL NOT OPERATE ACCIDENTALLY.
AN ACCIDENTAL OPERATION OF THE RUDDER CAN CAUSE INJURY TO
PERSONS.
(2)

Remove the rudder (AMM TASK 27-21-05-000-801-A/400).

(3)

Clean the rudder with a clean lint-free wiper cloth soaked with MEK or CRC10900 or
solvent RHODIASOLVE E-23 or equivalent.
NOTE: Make sure that the rudder is free from dirt (grease, oil, adhesive tape, etc.).
Dirt can cause wrong results during the static balancing procedure.

(4)

Examine the rudder and make sure that there are no signs of damage. If you find
damage, refer to applicable section of the SRM.
NOTE: Make sure that the rudder is free from damage to its structure and surface
finish such as dents, damaged painting or others.

F.

Rudder Balance - Adjustment/Test

SUBTASK 700-002-A
(1)

Prepare the devices to do the rudder balancing as follows:

(a)

Put the control-surface balancer assemblies (2) (GSE 367) on a level table (9).
Align and level them. Refer to Figure 501, Sheet 1 and Figure 501, Sheet 2.
NOTE:

(b)

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If necessary, use a surface plate as an alternative.

You must correctly align the control-surface balancer assemblies

(2) with the level table (9) or with the surface plate edge.

Do the static balancing procedure in a closed area with no air

current.

Put the height gage indicator (4) at 326 1.0 mm (12.83 0.039 in). Refer to
Figure 501, Sheet 2.

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(c)

Set the precision digital scale (8) to zero with the height adjustable support (6).
Refer to the instructions in the scale manufacturer's manual.
NOTE: Make sure that the precision digital scale (8) is correctly calibrated.

(d)
(2)

Remove the height adjustable support (6) from the precision digital scale (8).

Install the bolts (1) of the rudder hinge fitting 1 and 4 on the control-surface balancer
assemblies (2) (GSE 367). Refer to Figure 501, Sheet 2.

CAUTION: MOVE THE RUDDER CAREFULLY AND KEEP THE RUDDER STRAIGHT
DURING REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION. JERK AND SUDDEN MOVEMENTS
CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE RUDDER SURFACE OR INJURY TO
PERSONS.
(3)

Align the rudder (7) with the control-surface balancer assemblies (2) (GSE 367) in the
rudder hinge fitting 1 and 4. Refer to Figure 501, Sheet 1.

(4)

Install the rudder hinge fitting 1 and 4 on the control-surface balancer assemblies (2)
(GSE 367).

(5)

Put the height adjustable support (6) on the precision digital scale (8) according to
Figure 501, Sheet 1 and Figure 501, Sheet 2.
NOTE: Obey the distance of Figure 501, Sheet 1 and Figure 501, Sheet 2 to put the
support point into position.

(6)

Put the height gage (3) in front of the rudder trailing edge (5). Refer to Figure 501,
Sheet 2.

(7)

Carefully lower the rudder trailing edge (5) until it is supported by the height adjustable
support (6). Refer to Figure 501, Sheet 2.

(8)

Adjust the height adjustable support (6) until the rudder trailing edge (5) is aligned with
the height gage indicator (4). Refer to Figure 501, Sheet 2.

(9)

The rudder must be complete with all its exterior finishes and components installed
before you do the measurement.
NOTE:

Make sure that these rudder components are installed: access panels,
static discharger, and hinge pins.

Install all components of the rudder in their correct position and check if
they are properly attached to the vertical stabilizer.

Make sure that the rudder is painted, with its logos and strips on it, as
applicable.

WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT THE RUDDER IS STATICALLY BALANCED. IF YOU DO

NOT OBEY THIS PRECAUTION, DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT AND
INJURIES TO PERSONS CAN OCCUR.
(10) The rudder is statically balanced if the value read on the precision digital scale (8) is
equal to or smaller than the operational limit. In this case, record in the applicable
document (repair log):

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(a)

The value got in the precision digital scale;

(b)

The fact that the rudder has been balanced;

(c)

The type of repair;

(d)

The location of the repair;

(e)

The date when the rudder was repaired and balanced.

NOTE: The operational limit is equal to 22.72 kg.

(11) If the value read in the precision digital scale (8) is greater than the operational limit, do
as follows:
(a)

Install the necessary amount of balance weights (AIPC 55-40-02) to the rudder
with the respective bolts, washers and nuts until the value read in the precision
digital scale (8) is less than or equal to operational limit.
NOTE: Do not tighten the bolts, washers and nuts.

WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT THE RUDDER IS STATICALLY BALANCED. IF

YOU DO NOT OBEY THIS PRECAUTION, DAMAGE TO THE
EQUIPMENT AND INJURIES TO PERSONS CAN OCCUR.
(b)

If, after you add the balance weights, the static balance requirement is met, mark
the position of all the rudder balance weights and remove them.

(c)

Install the necessary number of rudder balance weights (AMM TASK

55-40-02-400-801-A/400) at the same locations as marked above.
NOTE:

The mass of the rudder (including finishing, leading edge, fittings,

rivets and copper mesh plus balance mass support and its fittings)
must not be greater than 104.1 kg.

After these steps, if the value is still above the operation limit,
contact EMBRAER.

(12) Record in the applicable document (repair log):

(a)

The value got in the precision digital scale (8);

(b)

The fact that the rudder has been balanced;

(c)

The type of repair;

(d)

The location of the repair;

(e)

The date when the rudder was repaired and balanced;

(f)

The number of rudder balance weights that are installed and the number of
available spaces for the addition of weight.

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G.

Job Close-Up
SUBTASK 840-002-A
(1)

Remove the bolts of the control-surface balancer assemblies (2).

CAUTION: EXAMINE ALL THE WORK AREAS TO MAKE SURE THAT YOU REMOVED
ALL TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT AFTER YOU COMPLETED THE WORK. IF
YOU DO NOT OBEY THIS PROCEDURE, DAMAGE TO THE AIRCRAFT CAN
OCCUR.
(2)

Remove all tools, equipment, and unwanted materials from the work area.

(3)

Install the rudder (AMM TASK 27-21-05-400-801-A/400).

(4)

Put the aircraft back to its original condition.

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Rudder Static Balance - Component Locations/Alignment
Figure 501 - Sheet 1

ZONE
325

A
B

E
1

B
C
1

ALIGN WTH THE SAME DISTANCE.

TAKE THE CENTER OF THE SUPPORT AS THE REFERENCE TO THE DIMENSION.

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Rudder Static Balance - Component Locations/Alignment
Figure 501 - Sheet 2

HINGE FITTING 1 AND 4

(REF.)
RUDDER (REF.)

1. BOLT OF THE RUDDER

HINGE FITTING

2. CONTROL SURFACE
BALANCER

D
TYPICAL
3. HEIGHT
GAGE

7. RUDDER

4. INDICATOR
2. CONTROL
SURFACE
BALANCER

9. LEVEL TABLE

5. RUDDER
TRAILING
EDGE

6. HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE
SUPPORT

4
1120 + 1.0 mm
(44.10 + 0.039 in.)

8. PRECISION
DIGITAL
SCALE

EE
3

TAKE THE CENTER OF THE SUPPORT AS THE REFERENCE TO THE DIMENSION.

DISTANCE BETWEEN THE HINGE LINE AND HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE SUPPORT.

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326 + 1.0 mm
(12.83 + 0.039 in.)

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