SECTION
III
CHEROKEE
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c.
Drain fuel system
sump
(left side
of
aircraft).
d. Check that fuel system
vents
are open.
e.
Check main
landing
gear
shock struts
for proper inflation
(approximately
4.50
inches showing).
f. Check
tires for
cuts,
wear
and proper inflation.
g.
Check brake blocks and discs for wear and damage.
4. a.
Check windshield for
cleanliness.
b.
Check
propeller
and
spinner
for defects or nicks.
c.
Check
for
obvious
fuel
or oil leaks.
d.
Check oil level (insure
dipstick
is properly
seated).
e. Check
cowling
and inspection covers for
security.
f. Check nose wheel
tire
for
inflation and wear.
g.
Check
nose
gear shock strut for proper inflation
(approximately
3.25
inches
showing).
h. Check
for
foreign matter in
air
inlet.
5.
a.
Stow
tow-bar
and control locks if used.
b.
Check
baggage
for storage
and security.
c. Close
and secure the baggage
compartment door.
6. a. Upon entering airplane remove
seat
belt securing contról
wheel. Check
that all
primary
flight controls
operate properly.
b.
Close and secure
cabin door.
c.
Check
that
required papers are
in
order
and
in the
airplane.
d. Fasten
seat
belts and shoulder
harness. Check function of
inertia reel.
STARTING ENGINE
1.
Set
parking
brake ON.
2.
Set
the carburetor heat control
in the
full
COLD position.
3.
Select
the desired tank
with
fuel selector valve.
Starting
Engine When
Cold:
1. Open
throttle
approximately 1/4
inch.
2. Turn
the
master switch
ON.
3.
Turn the
electric fuel
pump
ON.
4.
Move
the mixture control
to FULL
RICH.
5. Engage
the starter
by
rotating
magneto
switch
clockwise
and
pressmg
m.
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