Van's Aircraft RV-12 Maintenance Manual

Rev.5
13-8
FUEL STRAINER REMOVAL
Tools
3/4 combo wrench or deep socket
Expendable
Thread sealant paste
Replaceable
None
Service Rating
Line
Minimum Certification
LSA-RM or A&P
Additional References
KAI
NOTE: IT IS NOT NECESSARY TO REMOVE THE FUEL TANK IN ORDER TO REMOVE THE FUEL
STRAINER
.
1. Drain the Fuel System. (13-4)
2. Remove the two aft access covers from the fuselage bottom skin. (3-4)
3. Disconnect the fuel line (forward most fitting) from the bottom of the tank.
4. Remove the fuel strainer.
5. Clean the screen and inspect same for breakage or separation from fitting.
Installation:
1. Installation procedure is reverse of the removal procedure. Apply thread sealant
paste to fuel strainer pipe threads before installation.
FUEL RETURN ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT
Tools
2X 9/16, 11/16, 7/8, 14mm open end wrench
12mm socket, torque wrench(in-lb) , wire cutters
Expendable
Plastic tie-wrap 8in
Replaceable
Fuel Return Assembly
Service Rating
Preventative
Minimum Certification
LSA-RM with Rotax Service certification of A&P
with Rotax Service Certification
Additional References
KAI
NOTE: WHEN LOOSENING OR TIGHTENING THE BANJO BOLT SUPPORT THE CLAMP BLOCK
(FUEL MANIFOLD) APPROPRIATELY.
1. Drain fuel system forward of fuel valve. (13-4)
2. Disconnect both ends of Fuel Return Assembly.
3. Remove banjo bolt M8X1X17 from top of clamp block.
4. Cut tie-wraps and remove Fuel Return Assembly.
Installation:
1. Installation of new hose assembly is reverse of removal procedure. Rotax
specifies that new copper crush washers be used.
2. Torque banjo bolt M8X1X17 to 90 in-lbs.

Van's Aircraft RV-12 Specifications

General

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