THE NEW PIPER AIRCRAFT, INC.
PA-32-301FT / 301XTC
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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Jun 1/03
3D4
28-20-00
3. Electric Fuel Pump
(See Figure 3.)
A. Inspection
Each 50 hours, visually inspect the fuel pump overboard drain line outlet (i.e. - underside of aircraft,
on the left side, opposite the fuel selector filter access plate) for evidence of fuel discharge. Fuel
discharge through this drain line is indicative of internal seal failure and cause for fuel pump
replacement.
B. Removal
(1) Turn fuel selector to off position.
(2) Remove center seats, seat belt attachments. Remove floor panel located directly aft of main
spar by removing screws that secure panel. Lift panel and remove it from the airplane.
(3) Disconnect electrical lead from pump.
(4) Disconnect pump inlet, outlet, and drain lines.
(5) Remove pump by removing pump attachment hardware.
C. Installation
(1) Position pump in airplane. Secure with attachment hardware and safety.
(2) Connect pump inlet, outlet, and drain lines.
Electric Fuel Pump
Figure 3