Van's Aircraft RV-12 Maintenance Manual

Rev.5
13-7
2. Label, then disconnect the electrical connections attached to the component, if
applicable.
3. Disconnect the fuel line(s) attached to the component, if applicable.
4. Remove the attaching hardware and component.
INSTALLATION
1. Installation procedure is reverse of the removal procedure.
SERVICE SCHEDULE PROCEDURES
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ARNING
:
A
LWAYS HAVE AN APPROPRIATE FIRE EXTINGUISHER READILY AVAILABLE
.
GASCOLATOR CLEANING
Tools
3/16 Standard screwdriver
¼” drive socket extension, ¼”
socket, flat blade screw bit
Safety wire pliers
Fuel catch container
Expendable
Safety wire
Replaceable
Gas-5 Screen
Gas-5 O-ring gasket
Service Rating
Preventative
Minimum Certification
Owner and SPC, LSA-RM or A&P
Additional References
KAI
1. Remove the engine cowling. (12-4)
2. Move the fuel valve to the OFF position.
3. Remove the fuel quick-drain to drain the existing fuel from the gascolator bowl.
4. Remove the safety wire and screws (4) from around the gascolator bowl. (Note:
The inboard aft screw can be accessed through the hole provide in the
bottom plate of the nose gear assembly by using a ¼” drive socket
extension, a ¼” socket, and a screw bit inserted in the socket).
5. Remove the collar and the gascolator bowl. (Note: Have a container available
to catch any spillage of fuel that still remains in the gascolator and fuel
lines).
6. Use a small pointed tool to lift the edge of the filter screen and remove it for
cleaning.
INSTALLATION:
1. Installation procedure is reverse of the removal procedure.

Van's Aircraft RV-12 Specifications

General

Brand	Van's Aircraft
Model	RV-12
Category	Aircrafts
Language	English