Pipistrel VIRUS SW 600 D, Pilot Operating Handbook

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Virus SW 600 D
iS engine POH Supplement
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SECTION 7
AIRPLANE DESCRIPTION
If takeoff weight limitations for the next flight permit, the fuel tanks should be
filled after each flight to prevent condensation.
Fuel Selector Valve
A fuel selector valve, located in the middle of the center console, provides
the following functions:
LEFT Allows fuel to flow/return from/to the left tank
RIGHT Allows fuel to flow/return from/to the right tank
OFF Cuts off fuel flow and return from/to both tanks
The valve is arranged so that to feed off a particular tank the valve should
be pointed to the fuel indicator for that tank. To select RIGHT or LEFT, rotate
the selector to the desired position. To select Off, first raise the fuel selector
knob release and then rotate the knob to OFF.
Draining
The primary sampling location is the gascolator in the engine compartment,
accessible from the bottom engine cowl. In addition, a water trap betwen
each fuel collector tank and the fuel selector is provided. These two traps
are primarily used to drain water from the fuel system. Alternatively, they
can be used to drain fuel. They are accessible from the outside, located on
Fuel selector