ENGINE RINSE | CIRRUS AIRCRAFT SF-50 VISION ✈️

🔧 Al Waterloo's Aviation Tips: SF-50 Vision Jet Fresh Water Engine Rinse Tutorial

LINKS TO EQUIPMENT USED:

Empty Fire Extinguisher:

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Water Jugs:

In this detailed tutorial, Al Waterloo guides you through the essential steps of performing a thorough fresh water engine rinse on your SF-50 Vision Jet. Proper engine maintenance is crucial, and this routine ensures your jet's longevity and optimal performance.

🛠️ Step-by-Step Guide:

Step 1: Water Introduction

Begin by spraying water into the engine without engaging in any dry motoring.
Ensure a controlled and even application of water to cover all necessary engine components.
Step 2: Dry Motoring with Water

Spray water into the engine while engaging in dry motoring for 30 seconds.
Dry motoring helps distribute the water throughout the engine, aiding in the rinsing process.
Step 3: Repeat Dry Motoring with Water

Continue the process by spraying water into the engine during another dry motoring cycle lasting 30 seconds.
This step further enhances the thorough cleansing of engine internals.
Step 4: Engine Run and Drying

Run the engine for a minimum of 5 minutes to allow any residual water or moisture to evaporate.
This crucial step ensures a completely dry engine, preventing potential issues.
Important Considerations:

Adhere strictly to any starter limitations during both dry motoring and cool down time between cycles.
Respect recommended intervals to avoid any adverse effects on the engine's components.
🔍 Pro Tips:

Check your aircraft's manual for specific guidelines and precautions regarding engine rinsing.
Perform the fresh water engine rinse regularly to maintain the health and efficiency of your SF-50 Vision Jet.
✈️ Safety First:
Always prioritize safety and follow the manufacturer's recommendations to guarantee a seamless and secure fresh water engine rinse for your SF-50 Vision Jet.

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[plampasso]

You can pressurize that extinguisher real easy. If you notice the end of the hose is an air fitting shape that will chuck directly into a pneumatic line from a large compressor then just push the handle down and the extinguisher will pressurize instantly. Instead of using that little air fitting. Retired FDNY firefighter here this is how we charged the can after every use.

[bobmarini]

Great video Al. This is the process that Williams International demonstrates on their website. It's hard to locate on their website, so this is very informative and helpful.

[P-J-W-]

I’ve always liked the simplicity and elegance of the dash/panel layout on this aircraft.

[johno]

I've only ever done compressor washes on Boeing 767s with either P&W JT-9s and GE CF-6s, but a very similar procedure but we had a spray ring that is fitted in the intake so there is a even distribution of water around the engine. 🇦🇺

[MajorLazer]

I love how the whole aircraft is designed to be this simple...fantastic. Its a bigger process on GLEX's etc. Love how they filled the gap between a biz jet and a private prop plane.

[JohnVanDeVoort]

Nice! Awesome procedure run - very informational.

[SWAFanPilot]

Nice plane! And neat engine! It must be amazing to fly.

[felipecuiza]

Great video, I’m currently flying a SF50 in Bolivia, Sometimes we fly over the Uyuni salt flat, would it be advisable to practice it?

[mkosmo]

Great seeing it done! Don't think I've seen a SF-50 wash on youtube yet, so I was certainly interested. That extinguisher held up like that rose the pucker factor for me, though. I figure I'd try to find a wash bay and use a hose... if I drop that, it won't cost me the house 🙂

[JustaPilot]

I can't remember what the cleaner was called but when I was crewing SH-3s in the Navy we would spool up the engines, T-58s, and spray it into the compressor section. We had a long wand with a ring-shaped spray head so we could do it from the ground.

[JustSayNO]

Hello I am curious what are the two sensors protruding in front of the engine. Concerning the compressor wash, since (I assume from your "good enough to drink" comment) that the water just tap water and if so, why use a pressurized water cylinder for the compressor wash? I was afraid that the heavy cylinder or jagged handle might hit the airframe chipping the paint, or worse, fall, denting the wing (4:30)! Since only potable water is needed, Why not just use a normal water hose with typical sprayer? That would mitigate this risk of airframe damage. Look how precariously the pressurized water tank is being held (4:34). Clownish in appearance, sorry Bob. How often is this procedure necessary and what is the cost? Does the engine monitor indicate the need, or do you employ a "gut feeling"? How many gallons of fuel is burned during the 5-minute engine run? A lot of questions! I'm an instrument-rated private pilot who rents 172s. One of my colleagues ordered a SF-50 which should be delivered mid-2024.

[ictpilot]

What have you guys found out to be your direct operating cost per hour, and how many hours a year do you normally fly? Thanks.

[ivoryjohnson]

I am surprised you don’t put a towel on the fuselage for the extinguisher

[DanFrederiksen]

Interesting. I'm not sure that adequately gets everywhere in the engine though. A lot of manifolds in such a thing. I wonder if some built in spray ports would be better or other system for cleaning.
What are those little scoops in the intake? they seem a little aerodynamically ugly to me. Also what are the orange hoses at the back?

[FloorItDuh]

This looks way easier than when I have to do it on something like an Airbus or a 737.

[stephenfazekas]

I wonder if any aircraft mechanics have thoughts about adding a small amount of vinegar to the water. It really helps to break up dried salt, and then obviously flush with pure water it would also break up mineral deposits

[Boubson]

Why am I watching this? I'm not a pilot. I'm not an owner of a jet. I have zero chance to own a jet in the future. So why?

[justincase]

I sincerely hope you're using distilled water and not tap water.

I wonder if flying through rain would have the same effect?

No doubt the post-rinse run time requirement of 5 min both dries the engine while recharging the battery.

[carlossvazquezz]

How effective is this compared to flying in clouds or while raining?

[MidwestMotor]

Distilled Water or Filtered or just plain old tap-water with all it's contaminants?