recommended that drained fuel be collected in a suitable container,
examined, and then discarded. After this procedure be sure that the drain
valve is closed and that fuel is not dripping.
CAUTION
When draining any amount of fuel, care should
be taken that no fire hazard exists before
starting engine.
If a pitot head cover has been attached, remove it, and ensure that the
holes are open and unobstructed. Check that the stall warning lift detector
moves freely.
Check the landing gear. The strut should be sound and securely
attached. Brake blocks and discs should show no signs of damage or
excessive wear, and the brake line should be securely attached and show no
signs of leakage. The tire should not be damaged or excessively worn and
should be properly inflated. Proper inflation is 30 psi for aircraft equipped
with 6.00 x 6 main wheels and 26 psi for 5.00 x 5. If chocks or tie-downs have
been employed, they should be removed before any attempt is made to move
the airplane.
NOSE SECTION
Drain and examine fuel from the fuel strainer on the left side of the nose
section. The fuel strainer should be drained twice, once with the fuel selector
valve on each tank setting. Check the general condition of the nose section
and look for suspicious oil or fluid leakage. The propeller and spinner
should be checked for detrimental nicks, cracks, dents or other defects.
Check the engine breather tube for obstructions. Check all openings and air
inlets for debris, bird nests or other obstructions.
Open each side of the engine cowling. Wires and lines should be
attached securely. The engine should be relatively clean, as grease and dirt
in the engine compartment not only hinder examination and service but
also present a fire hazard. Check the oil level, then replace the dipstick,
ensuring that it is firmly seated. Check the hydraulic fluid level and replace
and secure the cap. Check the condition and tension of the alternator belt.
Check the oil filter cooling ducts for obstructions. Close and latch the
cowling securely.
Check the condition of the nose wheel tire. Proper inflation is 30 psi for
aircraft equipped with a 6.00 x 6 nose wheel and 26 psi for a 5.00 x 5. The
SECTION 4
PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
NORMAL PROCEDURES
PA-38-112, TOMAHAWK
REPORT: 2126
ISSUED: JANUARY 20, 1978
4-12
REVISED: NOVEMBER 2, 1981
recommended that drained fuel be collected in a suitable container,
examined, and then discarded. After this procedure be sure that the drain
valve is closed and that fuel is not dripping.
CAUTION
When draining any amount of fuel, care should
be taken that no fire hazard exists before
starting engine.
If a pitot head cover has been attached, remove it, and ensure that the
holes are open and unobstructed. Check that the stall warning lift detector
moves freely.
Check the landing gear. The strut should be sound and securely
attached. Brake blocks and discs should show no signs of damage or
excessive wear, and the brake line should be securely attached and show no
signs of leakage. The tire should not be damaged or excessively worn and
should be properly inflated. Proper inflation is 30 psi for aircraft equipped
with 6.00 x 6 main wheels and 26 psi for 5.00 x 5. If chocks or tie-downs have
been employed, they should be removed before any attempt is made to move
the airplane.
NOSE SECTION
Drain and examine fuel from the fuel strainer on the left side of the nose
section. The fuel strainer should be drained twice, once with the fuel selector
valve on each tank setting. Check the general condition of the nose section
and look for suspicious oil or fluid leakage. The propeller and spinner
should be checked for detrimental nicks, cracks, dents or other defects.
Check the engine breather tube for obstructions. Check all openings and air
inlets for debris, bird nests or other obstructions.
Open each side of the engine cowling. Wires and lines should be
attached securely. The engine should be relatively clean, as grease and dirt
in the engine compartment not only hinder examination and service but
also present a fire hazard. Check the oil level, then replace the dipstick,
ensuring that it is firmly seated. Check the hydraulic fluid level and replace
and secure the cap. Check the condition and tension of the alternator belt.
Check the oil filter cooling ducts for obstructions. Close and latch the
cowling securely.
Check the condition of the nose wheel tire. Proper inflation is 30 psi for
aircraft equipped with a 6.00 x 6 nose wheel and 26 psi for a 5.00 x 5. The
SECTION 4
PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
NORMAL PROCEDURES
PA-38-112, TOMAHAWK
REPORT: 2126
ISSUED: JANUARY 20, 1978
4-12
REVISED: NOVEMBER 2, 1981
