Fuel System Servicing - Cirrus SR22 Pilot's Operating Handbook And Flight Manual

Cirrus Design
SR22

Fuel System Servicing

Fuel Filtration Screen/Element
After the first 25 hours of operation, then every 50-hours or as
conditions dictate, the fuel filtration screen in the gascolator must be
cleaned. After cleaning, a small amount of grease applied to the
gascolator bowl gasket will facilitate reassembly.
Refer to the Airplane Maintenance Manual for Fuel Screen/Element
servicing information.
Fuel Requirements
Aviation grade 100 LL (blue) or 100 (green) fuel is the minimum octane
approved for use in this airplane.
Filling Fuel Tanks
Observe all safety precautions required when handling gasoline. Fuel
fillers are located on the forward slope of the wing. Each wing holds a
maximum of 46.0 U.S. gallons. When using less than the standard
92.0 U.S. gallon capacity, fuel should be distributed equally between
each side.
Have a fire extinguisher available.
Ground fuel nozzle and fuel truck to airplane exhaust pipe and
ground fuel truck or cart to suitable earth ground.
Do not fill tank within 100 feet (30.5 meters) of any energized
electrical equipment capable of producing a spark.
Permit no smoking or open flame within 100 feet (30.5 meters)
of airplane or refuel vehicle.
Do not operate radios or electrical equipment during refuel
operations. Do not operate any electrical switches.
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Section 8
Handling and Servicing
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