SERVICE BULLETIN NO. 840A
Piper PA-28R Arrow II · Service Bulletins
Overview
This Service Bulletin No. 840A from Piper Aircraft, Inc. addresses the replacement of the fuel selector valve cover for specific models of the Cherokee and Arrow series. It supersedes previous service bulletins and letters, ensuring compliance with updated part numbers and installation instructions. The bulletin is mandatory for affected aircraft and outlines the necessary steps and materials required for compliance. It is aimed at aircraft owners and maintenance personnel to enhance safety by reducing the risk of inadvertent fuel system mismanagement.
- Affected models include PA-28R-180 and PA-28R-200 Cherokee Arrow.
- Compliance is mandatory and should occur within the next 25 hours of service.
- Replacement kits required are Piper P/N 760-545 and P/N 760-546.
- Instructions for installation are included in the bulletin.
- Parts can be obtained from authorized Piper service facilities.
Document
Source
Originally published by www.faasafety.gov. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
Document details
- Type
- Service Bulletins
- Year
- 2013
- Pages
- 4
- File size
- 962 KB
- Publisher
- www.faasafety.gov
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Models Affected
The bulletin applies to several models, including the PA-28-140 Cherokee, PA-28-150/160/180 Cherokee, PA-28R-180 Cherokee Arrow, and PA-28R-200 Cherokee Arrow. Specific serial numbers for each model are listed, indicating which aircraft require compliance with this bulletin.
Compliance Time
Compliance with the bulletin should occur during the next scheduled maintenance event, but not to exceed 25 hours of time in service. This ensures that the modifications are made in a timely manner to enhance safety.
Instructions for Modification
The bulletin provides detailed instructions for the replacement of the fuel selector valve cover, which is necessary to prevent accidental selection of the 'OFF' position. Two kits are mentioned: Piper P/N 760-545 and Piper P/N 760-546, each with specific instructions for installation.
Materials Required
For compliance, aircraft owners will need to acquire the appropriate fuel selector valve cover replacement kit (either P/N 760-545 or P/N 760-546) along with an air vent flange kit. The bulletin notes that the existing air vent cup can be reused unless it shows significant wear.
Availability of Parts
Parts required for compliance with this Service Bulletin can be obtained through authorized Piper service facilities. It is recommended to contact these facilities to ensure timely access to the necessary components.
Safety notes
- Failure to comply with this bulletin may result in inadvertent fuel system mismanagement, leading to power interruption or engine stoppage.
Full document text
SERVICE BULLETIN PIPER CONSIDERS COMPLIANCE MANDATORY Piper Aircraft, Inc. 2926 Piper Drive Vero Beach, Florida, U.S.A. 32960 Date: November 7, 2013 (S) NO. 840A ATA: 2822 (OVER) Service Bulletin (SB) 840A supersedes SB 840. Aircraft that have previously complied with SB 840 are in compliance with SB 840A. Part I supersedes Service Letter No. 588, dated September 3, 1971. Part II supersedes Service Letter No. 590, dated May 25, 1972. SUBjECT: FUEL SELECTOR VALVE COVER REPLACEMENT REASON FOR REVISION: SB 840A corrects obsolete part numbers and nomenclature. In addition, SB 840A adds Figure 1 for clarification. MODELS AFFECTED: SERIAL NUMBERS AFFECTED: PA-28-140 Cherokee 28-20000 thru 28-26946; 28-7125001 thru 28-7125666 PA-28-150/160/180 Cherokee 28-01 thru 28-5859; 28-7105001 thru 28-7105259 PA-28R-180 Cherokee Arrow 28R-30000 thru 28R-31270; 28R-7130001 thru 28R-7130038 PA-28R-200 Cherokee Arrow 28R-35001 thru 28R-35820; 28R-7135001 thru 28R-7135254 COMPLIANCE TIME: To coincide with next regularly scheduled maintenance event, but not to exceed the next 25 hours time in service. APPROVAL: The engineering aspects of this service document have been shown to comply with the applicable Federal Aviation Regulations and are FAA approved. PURPOSE: To announce the availability of a new fuel selector valve cover assembly and mating handle, which reduces the possibility of pilot mismanagement of the fuel system through inadvertent selection to the “OFF” position, resulting in power interruption or stoppage. SERVICE BULLETIN NO. 840A PAGE 2 of 4 PART I: MODELS AFFECTED: SERIAL NUMBERS AFFECTED: PA-28-140 Cherokee 28-7125001 thru 28-7125666 PA-28-180 Cherokee 28-7105001 thru 28-7105259 PA-28R-180 Cherokee Arrow 28R-7130001 thru 28R-7130038 PA-28R-200 Cherokee Arrow 28R-7135001 thru 28R-7135254 INSTRUCTIONS: All instructions necessary to accomplish this modification are contained in Piper Kit No. 760-545, Fuel Selector Valve Cover Replacement. NOTE: An earlier (no longer used) numbering convention was to place the letter “V” at the end of each kit part number. Kits labeled 760-545 and 760-545V are identical, and installation of either kit is acceptable for compliance with Part I of this service bulletin. NOTE: If Service Letter No. 588 has been complied with, the affected aircraft is in compliance with Service Bulletin No. 840A and no further action is necessary. NOTE: Figure 1 shows the replacement fuel valve cover properly installed. MATERIAL REQUIRED: One (1) each Fuel Selector Valve Cover Replacement Kit, Piper P/N 760-545, per aircraft; one (1) each Air Vent Flange Kit, Piper P/N 65735-219, color black, per aircraft. NOTE: Piper P/N 65735-019 is optional to 65735-219, and installation of either part is acceptable for compliance with Part I of this service bulletin. NOTE: The 760-545 kit instructions state to salvage and reuse the existing air vent cup, which is mated to the 65735-019 or 65735-219 air vent flange. However, the existing air vent cup may exhibit wear and/or differ in color or surface texture from the 65735-019 or 65735-219 air vent flange. At the operator’s discretion, a new air vent cup may be ordered and installed, which is color matched to the 65735-019 or 65735-219 air vent flange. New replacement air vent cup is Piper P/N 65735-018. SERVICE BULLETIN NO. 840A PAGE 3 of 4 PART II MODELS AFFECTED: SERIAL NUMBERS AFFECTED: PA-28-140 Cherokee 28-20000 thru 28-26946 PA-28-150/160/180 Cherokee 28-01 thru 28-5859 PA-28R-180 Cherokee Arrow 28R-30000 thru 28R-31270 PA-28R-200 Cherokee Arrow 28R-35001 thru 28R-35820 INSTRUCTIONS: All instructions necessary to accomplish this modification are contained in Piper Kit No. 760-546, Fuel Selector Valve Cover Replacement. NOTE: An earlier (no longer used) numbering convention was to place the letter “V” at the end of each kit part number. Kits labeled 760-546 and 760-546V are identical, and installation of either kit is acceptable for compliance with Part II of this service bulletin. NOTE: If Service Letter No. 590 has been complied with, the affected aircraft is in compliance with Service Bulletin No. 840A and no further action is necessary. NOTE: Figure 1 shows the replacement fuel valve cover properly installed. MATERIAL REQUIRED: One (1) each Fuel Selector Valve Cover Replacement Kit, Piper P/N 760-546, per aircraft. Figure 1 Kits 760-545 and 760-546, shown properly installed. NOTE: Figure 1 shows proper installation of Piper Part Numbers 760-545 and 760-546. P/N 760-545 is similar to 760-546, except 760-545 includes additional parts and instructions to accommodate an adjacent cabin air vent (cabin air vent not shown in Figure 1). SERVICE BULLETIN NO. 840A PAGE 4 of 4 AVAILABILITY OF PARTS: Your Piper Service Facility. EFFECTIVITY DATE: This service publication is effective upon receipt. SUMMARY: Please contact your Factory Authorized Piper Service Facility to make arrangements for compliance with this Service Bulletin in accordance with the compliance time indicated. NOTE: Please notify the factory of any address/ownership corrections. Changes should include aircraft model, serial number, current owner’s name and address. Corrections and/or changes should be directed to: PIPER AIRCRAFT, INC. Attn: Customer Service 2926 Piper Drive Vero Beach, FL 32960