Cessna 182T 2001, Pilot Operating Handbook

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CESSNA SECTION 4 - NORMAL PROCEDURES
MODEL 182T FAA APPROVED
4. Fuel Tank Sump Quick Drain Valves -- DRAIN at least a
cupful of fuel (using sampler cup) from each sump location to
check for water, sediment, and proper fuel grade before each
flight and after each refueling. If water is observed, take
further samples until clear and then gently rock wings and
lower tail to the ground to move any additional contaminants
to the sampling points. Take repeated samples from all fuel
drain points until all contamination has been removed. If
contaminants are still present, refer to WARNING below and
do not fly airplane.
IF, AFTER REPEATED SAMPLING, EVIDENCE OF
CONTAMINATION STILL EXISTS, THE AIRPLANE
SHOULD NOT BE FLOWN. TANKS SHOULD BE
DRAINED AND SYSTEM PURGED BY QUALIFIED
MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL. ALL EVIDENCE OF
CONTAMINATION MUST BE REMOVED BEFORE
FURTHER FLIGHT.
5. Fuel Quantity -- CHECK VISUALLY for desired level.
6. Fuel Filler Cap -- SECURE and VENT UNOBSTRUCTED.
5 NOSE
1. Static Source Opening (right side of fuselage) -- CHECK for
blockage.
2. Fuel Strainer Quick Drain Valve (Located on lower right side
engine cowling) -- DRAIN at least a cupful of fuel (using
sampler cup) from valve to check for water, sediment, and
proper fuel grade before each flight and after each refueling.
If water is observed, take further samples until clear and then
gently rock wings and lower tail to the ground to move any
additional contaminants to the sampling points. Take repeated
samples from all fuel drain points, including the fuel return line
and the fuel selector, until all contamination has been
removed. If contaminants are still present, refer to WARNING
above and do not fly airplane.
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