Airplane Manual FK 12 S2
FK Lightplanes
Revision FE
Systems Description
page 7-4
7.9.
Fuel System
There is one fuel tank with 31,3 USG (58
Ltr) capacity mounted below the front
instrument panel. The fuel valve is located
at the center console with positions ON
and OFF. One (optional) fuel drain valve is
located at the lower fuselage in front of the
landing gear. There is one mechanical fuel
pump normally providing fuel to the engine.
Additionally there is an electrical fuel pump
which should be ON during takeoff and
landing. Fuel quantity is indicated at a
gauge at the tank.
Although the fuel cap has a water drain, it
is recommended to secure the cap from
water entering during strong rain by putting
an extra cover on top of the cap when the
aircraft is parked. The same applies to the
openings on top of the engine cowling.
7.10.
Brakes
Standard brakes are controlled by brake levers at the rudder pedals. As an
option, there is a hydraulic disc brake available which applies brake pressure
to both wheel simultaneously and is controlled by a handle at the control
stick.
7.11.
Heating and Ventilation
The FK 12 is optionally equipped with cabin heating. By pulling the lever on
the center console, heated air is allowed to enter the cabin through the front
of the copilots feet. The cabin is ventilated by opening of the windows in the
canopy.
7.12.
Electrical System
A detailed schematic of the electrical system is available under
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A 12V engine-driven alternator delivers the required electricity.
If the red generator control light lights up above 1800 RPM, shut off all
electrical equipment not required for flight as the battery is discharged.
