CHAPTER 12
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MAINTENANCE MANUAL EXTRA 300/SC
PAGE DATE: 16. June 2008
12-10-00 REPLENISHING
The replenishing procedures contained in this section pro-
vide the proper methods for replenishing consumed fuel,
engine oil and brake fluid. Also included are methods for
inflation of tires.
12-10-01 Refueling
Refueling is accomplished by pumping or pouring fuel into
the two wing tanks or/and the center tanks through their
respective filler caps. When fueling the aircraft, the follow-
ing safety precauntions must be followed:
D AN G E R Never refuel the aircraft with the engine running.
* Always ensure that the aircraft is grounded before
refueling.
* Ensure that no one is smoking within 100 feet of the
aircraft.
* Ensure that all aircraft electrical systems are
deenergized while refueling.
* Ensure that no aircraft radar or powerful transmitters
are operating within 100 feet of the aircraft during
fueling.
* If fuel is spilled, ensure that the area of spillage is thor-
oughly flushed with water and that all residual fuel and
vapor have dissipate or neutralized prior to starting
the aircraft engine.
Fuel Grade and Limitations
The recommended minimum aviation grade fuel for the
AEIO-580-B1A engine is AVGAS 100 or 100LL.
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