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XT 582 Maintenance Manual
Issue 1.0
September 21st 2005
Page 52
28.00.10
General Precautions and Procedures
28.10.00 Fuel Storage
Tank
The storage system consists of a single fuel tank located underneath to the sides and to the rear of the
passengers seat. Nb. The actual fuel tank has no provision for repair, if the fuel tank is damaged in any
way that makes it unsafe it should be replaced, contact Airborne.
Fuel Cap
The fuel cap has a one way valve attached which allows air to enter the tank, while preventing fuel
escaping.
Fittings
The tank has a draincock, two ventilation fittings and the main supply fitting attached to it.
Sealant
The fittings are attached to the fittings using Loctite 567 Thread Sealant. If for any reason the fittings
have to be removed, then the same sealant should be used to ensure compatibility and correct sealing.
The Loctite number for ordering is 56747, and the instruction supplied with the product should be
followed.
Testing the Fuel Tank
The fuel tank has been pressure tested at the factory during manufacture, if any suspected leaks are to
be tested the tank should be tested to 10.35 kPa (1.50 psi).
All fuel should be removed, and all fittings
disconnected prior to this test being performed, so that other components of the system are not
effected by the test. Do not inflate the tank more than the recommended amount for the pressure test
as this may damage the tank.
28.10.10
Venting
The tank is protected from negative pressures by both the breather valves and the Fuel Cap, which
allows air in if the pressure is lower inside the tank than out. The tank is protected from positive
pressure build up by the breather tubes that are present at the top of both the right and left hand sides
of the tank, at the top.
28.10.20
Draining and Checking
There is a draincock on the base of the fuel tank at the left hand side, which may be used to check the
quality of the fuel, and to drain fuel if necessary. See section 12.10.10.
28.20.00 Distribution
The fuel supply is taken from the base of the left hand side, and is protected from large contaminants
by a finger filter. The fuel is drawn by the Rotax fuel pump system. The Rotax manual should be
consulted for maintenance and operating procedures for the fuel pump system.
WARNING
DO NOT PERFORM ANY MAINTENANCE ON THE FUEL SYSTEM IN CONJUNCTION WITH
MAINTENANCE ON THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. NO SMOKING OR IGNITION SOURCES
WITHIN 50FT OR 15M FROM THE BASE.
FUEL WILL DEGRADE WING MATERIAL AND UPHOLSTERY IN THE TRIKE, CARE SHOULD
BE TAKEN TO PREVENT ANY SPILLAGES.
