3.9 Cruise; 3.10 Mixture Adjustment - Diamond DA 40 Flight Manual

DA 40 AFM
4A.3.9 CRUISE
1. Flaps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . UP
2. Throttle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . set performance according
3. RPM lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1800 - 2400 RPM
Favorable combinations of manifold pressure and RPM are
given in Chapter 5.
To optimize engine life the cylinder head temperature (CHT)
%
should lie between 150 °F (66 °C) and 400 °F (204 °C) in
%
continuous operation, and not rise above 435 °F (224 °C) in
fast cruise.
The oil temperature in continuous operation should lie
%
between 165 °F (74 °C) and 220 °F (104 °C). If possible, the
%
oil temperature should not remain under 180 °F (82 °C) for
long periods, so as to avoid accumulation of condensation
water.
4. Mixture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . set in accordance with
CONTINUED
Doc. # 6.01.01-E
NOTE
NOTE
NOTE
Rev. 8 01-Dec-2010
Normal Operating
Procedures
to table
4A.3.10 - MIXTURE
ADJUSTMENT
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