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samifer

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In my 2010 ctls im finding that i can over run my prop (prob not the right term). What is happening is the "max pitch" light comes on and i either have to turn up the RPM or throtle back.

 

I see that there is some room for adjustment on the limit swiches on the prop actuator.

Can I just move the limit switch and let the prop pitch more? Is it that simple?

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Hi Samifer,

 

The prop pitch settings can be adjusted. If you haven't done it before get with someone for the first time. Even though you may have a CT others in Canada have in flight adjustable props on their Rotax. I would get one to help me do that adjustment. It is fairly simple, but get some help.

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There are only a couple of true constant speed units that I know of up here, the rest I believe are hydraulic in-flight adjustable.

What is the trigger RPM for your "over run" or max pitch warning? What flight conditions (airspeed, climb/descent) give you the warning? Probably the best email you could send would be to I-ZZY.

 

mike

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max pitch light comes on when i am crusing at anything more than say 95 kn and any less than 5400 rpm

I attatched a pic of the servo that controles the pitch Its hard to see but you can just make out the limit switch

The only problem that this causes is that i cant cruze at high throtle setting and say 5200 ... maybe all cts are like this??

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