Textron 172R180HP, Pilot Operating Handbook

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SECTION 3
CESSNA
MODEL 172R (180 HP)
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
I
ELECTRICAL FIRE IN FLIGHT
1. Master Switch -- OFF.
2. Vents, Cabin Air, Heat - CLOSED.
3.
Fire Extinguisher - ACTIVATE
(if available).
4. Avionics Master Switch -- OFF.
5. All Other Switches (except ignition switch) -- OFF.
AwARNING
AFTER DISCHARGING FIRE EXTINGUISHER AND
ASCERTAINING THAT FIRE HAS BEEN
EXTINGUISHED, VENTILATE THE CABIN.
6. Vents/Cabin Air/Heat -- OPEN when it is ascertained that fire
is completely extinguished.
If fire has been extinguished and electrical power is necessary
for continuance of flight to nearest suitable airport or landing area:
7. Master Switch -- ON.
8. Circuit Breakers -- CHECK for faulty circuit, do not reset.
9. Radio Switches -- OFF.
10. Avionics Master Switch -- ON.
11. Radio/Electrical Switches -- ON one at a time, with delay after
each until short circuit is localized.
CABIN FIRE
1. Master Switch - OFF.
2.
Vents/Cabin Air/Heat - CLOSED
(to avoid drafts).
3. Fire Extinguisher - ACTIVATE.
AwARNING
AFTER DISCHARGING FIRE EXTINGUISHER AND
ASCERTAINING THAT FIRE HAS BEEN
EXTINGUISHED, VENTILATE THE CABIN.
4. Vents/Cabin Air/Heat -- Open when it is ascertained that fire is
completely extinguished.
5. Land the airplane as soon as possible to inspect for damage.
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