CAUTION
Conductive-type fuel hose does not provide a satisfactory
method of bonding.
Fuel dispensing equipment grounding cables should be removed in
the reverse order of installation sequence.
No smoking or open flame within 100 feet of the helicopter and fuel
truck.
Fueling operations should be suspended when thunderstorms or
lighting are within 10 nm.
7-17. FILLING - FUEL SYSTEM
Fueling personnel should first check with flight crew, or the placard
located near the fuel tank filler port, to determine the type and grade
of fuel required.
Fuel tanks shall be checked daily, or prior to the first refueling of the
day, for water and contamination.
Refuel helicopter in level attitude to achieve accurate quantities.
Maintain constant visual check to prevent overfilling and spillage.
Hold fuel filler nozzle firmly while inserted in fuel tank filler neck.
Never block the nozzle lever in the open position. Be sure fuel filler
cap is replaced and securely latched when fueling is completed.
Energizing of radio and electrical equipment in the helicopter while
dispensing fuel, except those switches that may be required for the
fuel quantity gauge, is prohibited.
Fueling personnel should not carry objects in the breast pockets of
their clothing when servicing the helicopter or filling fuel tank.
Step ladders or padded upright ladders may be used to provide
access to fuel filler cap.
Handling, Servicing & Maint.
Schweizer RSG, LLC.
Model
269D
Helicopter
Pilot's Flight Manual
7-29
Reissued:
16
Jan 2019
Book 3.indd 191
8/4/19 1:25 PM
