Schleicher

Cooling/Take-Off Procedure Recommendations for your Austro Engine

Slides captured from a presntation by Tobias Mörsel, Alexander Schleicher at 2023 SSA Convention- Reno, NV

The gist:

1. Initial Take-Off with Max Take – Off Power (MTOP) 7,500 RPM for 3 minutes
2. Continuous Climb with Max Continuous Power (MCP) 7,100 RPM 
3. Cool Down Phase with 6,000 RPM-with Remaining Positive Climb Rate- 2 to 3 minutes 

ASH 31Mi Pre Flight Tip
Check Fuel Line Connections for Fuel Leaks

A shrt guide

The gas strut that holds the canopy open will fail. Dan Rihn presented a special tool at Parowan 2024 that facilitates its replacement. 

Attention ASA Members

The WSC Canopy Lift Strut Installation Tool is now available to rent from Williams Soaring when you purchase a replacement Strut.

Maintenance Manual for the Schleicher ASH 31 Mi powered sailplane.

Fuel Hose Connections in the ASH-26E

Jamie Shore documented the process of rebuilding an ASH 26 E caburetor.

There was a meeting of the minds at Parowan 2025 discussing various issues related to the Austro Engine. This audio memorialized the chat.

Participants include:

• Tom Seim
• John Johnson
• Colin Barry
• Bob Caldwell
• James Hogue

Topics Include:

• Engines running rough
• Tuning
• Pickling
• ECU issues

A pressure switch monitors the fuel pressure of the engine fuel system. If the pressure should drop this switch sends a warning message to the ILEC unit

A presentation on how to change the tire on an ASH31mi

Important Notes:

• The Wheel, Tire and Brake Assembly on the ASH 31Mi is Slightly Different than the ASH 26E
• The ASH 26E uses a Cleveland 5.00-5 Wheel and Cleveland 30-9 Brake Assembly
• The Cleveland Wheel uses a different Inner Tube with a Longer Valve Stem

By Dan Rihn

Replacing Brake Lining (Pads) for the Cleveland 30-9 Brake Assembly and TOST BZT2 Brake Assembly on a ASH 31Mi