Cessna 182T 2001, Pilot Operating Handbook

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SECTION 7 CESSNA
AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTION MODEL 182T
STATIC DISCHARGERS
Static wicks (static dischargers) are installed at various points
throughout the airframe to reduce interference from precipitation
static. Under some severe static conditions, loss of radio signals is
possible even with static dischargers installed. Whenever possible,
avoid known severe precipitation areas to prevent loss of
dependable radio signals. If avoidance is impractical, minimize
airspeed and anticipate temporary loss of radio signals while in
these areas.
Static dischargers lose their effectiveness with age, and
therefore, should be checked periodically (at least at every annual
inspection) by qualified avionics technicians, etc.
CABIN FEATURES
EMERGENCY LOCATOR TRANSMITTER (ELT)
A remote switch/annunciator is installed on the top center
location of the copilot's instrument panel for control of the ELT from
the flight crew station. The annunciator, which is in the center of
the rocker switch, illuminates when the ELT transmitter is
transmitting. The ELT emits an omni-directional signal on the
international distress frequencies of 121.5 MHz and 243.0 MHz.
General aviation and commercial aircraft, the FAA and CAP monitor
121.5 MHz, and 243.0 MHz is monitored by the military. For a basic
overview of the ELT, refer to the Supplements, Section 9.
CABIN FIRE EXTINGUISHER
A portable Halon 1211 (Bromochlorodifluoromethane) fire
extinguisher is standard for installation on the floorboard near the
pilot's seat where it would be accessible in case of fire. The
extinguisher has an Underwriters Laboratories classification of 5B:C.
If installed, the extinguisher should be checked prior to each flight to
ensure that its bottle pressure, as indicated by the gauge on the
bottle, is within the green arc (approximately 125 psi) and the
operating lever lock pin is securely in place.
To operate the fire extinguisher:
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