With all the discussion on batteries lately, I think it is timely to point out that no matter what sort of battery you decide to install in your glider you MUST install a fuse at the battery as close as possible to one of battery terminals (normally the positive terminal).
In our club we use automotive type blade fuses (5 Amp rating) with the holder mounted directly on the battery. This ensures that any short occurring in the wiring between the battery and panel will take out the fuse and protect from fire. Of course any short directly across the battery terminals will not be protected this way so it is important that the terminals are insulated especially if the battery holder is metal. John Parncutt _____ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John O'Neill Sent: Monday, 30 June 2008 8:47 PM To: [email protected] Subject: [Aus-soaring] Aircraft Fires Not sure if it is taught any more, but when I learnt in Chipmunks I was told in case of a mid air engine fire to turn fuel off and side slip away from the flames. Might be a good reason to be in practice at side slipping. John <http://www.incredimail.com/index.asp?id=509&lang=9&rui=89521497>
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