DIAMOND AIRCRAFT
DA 20/100 Flight Manual
Description
Doc # 202-100-VLA
20 December, 2000
Page
Issue 1
7 - 14
7.10.1. Fuel Shut-off Valve
The fuel shut-off valve is located on the left hand side of the center console near the pilot's feet. In the
open position the tap is parallel to the direction of flight. The valve is protected against unintentional shut-
off by a locking detent.
WARNING
The fuel shut-off valve should only be closed during engine fire or fuel system
maintenance. After reopening, the locking detent should be checked to ensure it
performs the proper safety function. Otherwise the danger of operating the airplane with
the fuel shut-off valve closed (engine failure) is possible!
7.10.2. Tank Drain
To drain the tank sump, activate the spring loaded drain by pushing the brass tube in with a drain
container. The brass tube protrudes approx. 1 1/6 in (30 mm) from the fuselage contour and is located on
the left side of the fuselage, approximately at the same station as the fuel filler cap.
7.10.3. Fuel Pipette
A fuel pipette, P/N 20-1200-02-00, is supplied with all aircraft to permit direct measurement of fuel level
during the preflight check.
NOTE
Electric fuel gauges may malfunction. Check fuel quantity with fuel pipette before each
flight
To check the fuel level, insert the graduated end of the fuel dipstick into the fuel tank through the fuel filler
opening until it touches bottom, withdraw and read fuel quantity. The dipstick is calibrated in increments
of ¼ of full tank capacity (76 liters/20.1 US gallons) .