SECTION 1 CESSNA
GENERAL MODEL 150 M
Fuel Capacity:
Standard Tanks:
Total Capacity: 26 gallons.
Total Capacity Each Tank: 13 gallons.
Total Usable: 22. 5 gallons.
Long Range Tanks:
Total Capacity: 38 gallons.
Total Capacity Each Tank: 19 gallons.
Total Usable:' 35 gallons.
NOTE
Due to cross-feeding between fuel tanks, the tanks should
be re-topped after each refueling to assure maximum
capacity.
OIL
Oil Grade (Spécification):
MIL-L-6082 Aviation Grade Straight Mineral Oil: Use to replenish
supply during first 25 hours and at the first 25-hour oil change.
Continue to use until a total of 50 hours has accumulated or oil
consumption has stabilized.
NOTE
The airplane was delivered from the factory with a corro-
sion préventive aircraft engine oil. This oil should be
drained after the first 25 hours of operation.
Continental Motors Specification MHS-24A, Ashless Dispersant Oil:
This oil must be used after first 50 hours or oil consumption has
stabilized.
Recommended Viscosity For Temperature Range:
SAE 40 above 4°C (40°F).
SAE 10W30 or SAE 20 below 4°C (40°F).
NOTE
Multi-viscosity oil with a range of SAE 10W30 is recom-
mended for improved starting in cold weather.
Oil Capacity:
Sump: 6 Quarts.
Total: 7 Quarts (if oil filter installed).
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