Cessna 172 Skyhawk SERIES Ownersmanual

FUEL SYSTEM SCHEMATIC RIGHT FUEL TANK FUEL STRAIN KR CARBURETOR TO ENGINE ... TRANSFER PUMP SWITCH t(J) / TRA. ... SFER PUMP AUXILIARY FUEL TANK THROITLE MIXTURE CONTROL KNOB =WITH OPTI ONAL AUXILIARY. FUEL TA N K SYSTEM= Figur e 6-1. for possible water and sediment. DURING FLIGHT: (1) Take-off, climb and land with fuel selector valve handle set "BOTH ON" for maximum safety. (2) After leveling off at cruise altitude, switch to "RIGHT TANK" and operate from this tank until the fuel supply is exhausted. (3) Switch to "LEFT TANK" for operation, then pull on transfer pump swit ...

actual tests with airplane and engine in good condition and using average piloting technique and best power mixture. You will find this data a valu- able aid when planning your flights.. However, inasmuch as the number of variables included precludes great accuracy, an ample fuel reserve should be provided. The range performance shown makes no allowance for wind, navigational error, pilot technique, warm- up, take ...

This airplane is not designed for purely aerobatic flight. However , in the acquisition of various certificates such as commercial pilot, in- strument pilot and flight instructor, certain maneuvers are required by the FAA. All of these maneuvers are permitted in this airplane when operated in the utility category. In connection with the utility category, the following gross weight and flight load factors apply, with recom - mended entry speeds for maneuvers as shown. Maximum Design Weight . . . . . . . . . Flight Maneuvering Load Factor, F laps Up . Flight Maneuve ...

necessary. COLD WEATHER OPERATlON. Prior to starting on cold morning, it is advisable to pull the pro- peller through several times by hand to "break loose" or "limber" the oil, thus conserving battery energy. In extremely cold (0° F and lower) weather,the use of an external preheater for both the engine and battery is recommended whenever possible to reduce wear and abuse to the engine and the electrical system. When using an external power source, the position of the master switch is important. Refer to Section 6, GROUND ...