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2. Flap – Check for security and condition
RIGHT WING
1. Wing Tie -Down – Disconnect
2. Fuel Tank Vent Opening – Check for blockage
3. Main Wheel Tire – Check for proper inflation and general condition (weather check, tread depth and
wear)
4. Fuel Tank Sump Quick Drain Valves (5 drains on each tank) – DRAIN at least a cupful of fuel from
each sump location to check for water, sediment and proper fuel grade before each flight and after
each refueling. If sample is bad take further samples until clear and then gently rock wings and
lower tail to the ground to move any addition contaminants to the sampling points. Take repeated
samples from all fuel drain points until all contamination has been removed. IF contaminants are
still present, refer to WARNING below and do not fly airplane
5. Fuel Quantity – Check VISUALLY for desired level
6. Fuel Filler Cap – SECURE and VENT UNOBSTRUCTED
WARNING
IF, AFTER REPEATED SAMPLING, EVIDENCE OF CONTAMINATION STILL EXISTS, THE AIRPLANE SHOULD
NOT BE FLOWN. TANKS SHOULD BE DRAINED AND SYSTEM PURGED BY QUALIFIED MAINTENANCE
PERSONNEL. ALL EVIDENCE OF CONTAMINATIOON MUST BE REMOVED BEFORE FURTHER FLIGHT
NOSE
1. Static Source Opening (right side of fuselage) CHECK for blockage
2. Fuel Strainer Quick Drain Valve (located on lower right side engine cowling) – DRAIN at least a
cupful. Also check the two other drains under the forward fuselage.
3. Engine Oil Dipstick/Filler Cap – CHECK oil level, then check dipstick/filler cap SECURE. Do not
operate with less than 5 quarts. Fill to 9 quarts for extended flight
4. Engine Cooling Air Inlets – CLEAR of obstructions
5. Propeller and Spinner – Check for nicks and security
6. Air Filter – CHECK for restrictions by dust or other foreign matter
7. Nose Wheel Strut and Tire – CHECK for proper inflation of strut and general condition (weather
checks, tread depth and wear) of tire
8. Static Source Opening (left side of fuselage) – Check for blockage
LEFT WING
1. Fuel Quantity – Check VISUALLY for desired level
2. Fuel Filler Cap – SECURE and VENT UNOBSTRUCTED
3. Fuel Tank Sump Quick Drain Valves (5 on each tank) – DRAIN at lease a cup of fuel
4. Main Wheel Tire – Check for proper inflation and general condition
LEFT WING Leading Edge
1. Fuel Tank Vent Opening – Check for blockage
2. Stall Warning Vane – CHECK for freedom of movement
3. Wing Tie-Down – DISCONNECT
4. Landing /Taxi Lights – CHECK for condition and cleanliness of cover
LEFT WING Trailing Edge
1. Aileron – Check for freedom of movement and security
2. Flap – Check for security and condition
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