Fuel System Servicing - Cirrus SR22 Pilot Operating Handbook

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Mineral oil conforming to MIL-C-6529 Type II contains a corro-
sion preventive additive and must not be used for more than 25
hours or six months, whichever occurs first. If oil consumption
has not stabilized in this time, drain the mineral oil, replace the oil
filter and replace the discarded mineral oil with SAE J1966 avia-
After Engine Break-In: Use only oils conforming to SAE J 1899 (Ashless
Dispersant Lubrication Oil).
Refer to Section 2,
An oil filler cap and dipstick are located at the left rear of the engine and are
accessible through an access door on the top left side of the engine cowling.
The engine should not be operated with less than six quarts of oil.
Seven quarts (dipstick indication) is recommended for extended
To Check and Add Oil
1. Open access door on upper left-hand side of cowl. Pull dipstick and
verify oil level.
2. If oil level is below 6 quarts (5.7 liters), remove filler cap and add oil
through filler as required to reach 6 - 8 quarts (5.7 - 7.6 liters).
3. Verify oil level and install dipstick and filler cap.
4. Close and secure access panel.

Fuel System Servicing

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 gallon capacity,
fuel should be distributed equally between each side.
During fueling, have a fire extinguisher available.
Ground fuel nozzle and fuel truck to airplane exhaust pipe and ground
Do not fill tank within 100 feet (30.5 meters) of any energized electrical
Smoking or open flames are prohibited within 100 ft (30.5 m) of air-
Do not operate radios or electrical equipment during refuel operations.
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Reissue A
Powerplant Limitations, for approved oil grades.
• CAUTION •
• WARNING •
fuel truck or cart to suitable earth ground.
equipment capable of producing a spark.
plane or refuel vehicle.
Do not operate any electrical switches.
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