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IO-240 Series Engine Installation & Operation Manual
31 October 2011
Engine Operation
blocking proper oil flow through the engine. The amount of
damage will vary and may not become evident for many hours.
However, the engine may be severely damaged and may fail
shortly after application of high power.
Prior to operation and/or storage in cold weather, ensure the engine is serviced with the
correct viscosity oil for the ambient air temperature. In the event of temporary cold
weather operation, store the aircraft in a heated hangar between flights. Service the oil
sump as required with the specified oil grade according to the “Engine Oil Servicing”
instructions in Section6-3.8 in the Maintenance and Overhaul Manual (M-6).
4-5.1.1. Engine Preheating
CAUTION: Proper engine preheating procedures require thorough
application of preheat to all parts of the engine. Apply hot air
directly to the oil sump and external oil lines as well as the cylinders,
air intake, and oil cooler. Because excessively hot air can damage
non-metallic components such as seals, hoses, and drive belts, do not
attempt to hasten the preheat process.
The preferred method of preheating is to place the aircraft in a heated hangar for a
minimum of 4 hours prior to flight. Optional preheating methods are:
•
A high volume combustion heater with ducts directed to the engine oil sump, cylin-
ders, and oil cooler; refer to Section 4-5.1.1.1.
OR
•
An engine mounted preheating system; refer to Section 4-5.1.1.2.
4-5.1.1.1. Engine Preheat with a Combustion Heater
If a heated hangar is not available and the aircraft and engine have been exposed to
temperatures below 20º F (-7º C) for two hours or more, without an engine mounted
preheating system, use the following method:
1. Select a high-volume air heater.
NOTE: Small electric heaters inserted in the cowling opening do not
appreciably warm the oil and may result in superficial preheating.
2. Preheat all engine parts. Apply preheated air directly to the listed parts for at least 30
minutes:
a. Oil sump
b. Oil filter
c. External oil lines
d. Oil cooler
e. Cylinder assemblies
f. Air intake
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