ARC/CESSNA RT-859A - Faceplate insert
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ARC/CESSNA RT-859A - Faceplate installation directions
Before you begin: Check to see if you received the proper faceplate insert. Are the numbers the same as your radio? Does it fit correctly? Although the holes and text will be the same, many faceplate manufacturers made different widths or heights of the same faceplate. (Just to make life a little more interesting)
| 1. | Have this insert installed by an avionics shop if you do not have all the proper tools, are not a qualified technician or are not sure you are capable of doing this job. |
| 2. | Remove the knobs. |
| 3. | Double check for the proper fit of the new faceplate. |
| 4. | Remove the faceplate from the radio. |
| 5. | If the faceplate body does not need painting then go to #10. Remove the faceplate from the unit. Use tape and paper to protect the lens areas (front and back) from paint over spray. |
| 6. | Fill any dents with a plastic auto body or a model builders filler. |
| 7. | Lightly sand with a fine grit sandpaper for good paint adhesion. |
| 8. | Paint the faceplate with a quality paint such as Krylon'sŪ 1613 Semi-Flat Black paint. |
| 9. | When the paint is dry remove the protective tape and paper. |
| 10. | Remove the double face tape backing from the new insert. |
| 11. | Place the new insert onto the faceplate, being careful to align the window areas carefully. Press firmly to attach the faceplate. Reinstall the knobs onto the radio. |
| 12. | Tell all your aircraft buddies about Aircraft Engravers and place the enclosed sticker on the metal case for future reference. |