Cessna 152 - Page 46

SECTION4
CESSNA
MODEL 152 NORMAL PROCEDURES
@NOSE
1. Engine Oil Level -- CHECK, do not operate with less than four
quarts. Fill to six quarts for extended flight.
2. Before first flight of the day and after each refueling, pull out
strainer drain knob for about four seconds to clear fuel strainer of
possible water and sediment. Check strainer drain closed. If water
is observed,. the fuel system may contain additional water, and
further draining of the system at the strainer, fuel tank sumps, and
fuel line drain plug will be necessary.
3. Propeller and Spinner -- CHECK for nicks and security.
4. Carburetor Air Filter -- CHECK for restrictions by dust or other
foreign matter.
5. Landing Light(s) -- CHECK for condition and cleanliness.
6. Nose Wheel Strut and Tire -- CHECK for proper inflation.
7. Nose Tie-Down -- DISCONNECT.
8. Static Source Opening (left side of fuselage) -- CHECK for
stoppage.
@LEFT WING
1. Main Wheel Tire -- CHECK for proper inflation.
2. Before first flight of day and after each refueling, use sampler cup
and drain small quantity of fuel from fuel tank sump quick-drain
valve to check for water, sediment and proper fuel grade.
3. Fuel Quantity -- CHECK VISUALLY for desired level.
4. Fuel Filler Cap -- SECURE. ·
0LEFT WING Leading Edge
1. Pitot Tube Cover -- REMOVE and check opening for stoppage.
2. Stall Warning Opening -- CHECK for stoppage. To check the
system, place a clean handkerchief over the vent opening and
apply suction; a sound from the warning horn will confirm system
operation.
3. Fuel Tank Vent Opening -- CHECK for stoppage.
4. Wing Tie-Down -- DISCONNECT.
@ LEFT WING Trailing Edge
1. Aileron -- CHECK freedom of movement and security.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
1. Preflight Inspection -- COMPLETE.
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1 July 1978