Before Starting Engine; Starting Engine; Before Takeoff; Normal Takeoff - Cessna 172N Pilot Operating Handbook

SECTION 4
CESSNA
MODEL 172N
NORMAL PROCEDURES
3. Prop~ller ~nd Spinner -- CHECK for nicks and security.
4. Landmg L1ght(s) -- CHECK for condition and cleanliness.
5. Car~uretor Air Filter -- CHECK for restrictions by dust or other
foreign matter.
6. Nose Wheel Strut and Tire -- CHECK for proper inflation.
7. Nose Tie-Down -- DISCONNECT.
8. Static Source Opening (left side of fuselage) -- CHECK for stop-
page.
@LEFT WING
1. Main Wheel Tire -- CHECK for proper inflation.
2. Before first flight of the day and after each refueling, use sampler
cup. and drain small quantity of fuel from fuel tank sump quick-
dram valve. to check for water, sediment and proper fuel grade.
3. Fuel Quantity -- CHECK VISUALLY for desired level.
4. Fuel Filler Cap -- SECURE.
0LEFT WING Leading Edge
1.
Pitot Tube Cover -- REMOVE and check opening for stoppage.
2. Fuel Tank Vent Opening -- CHECK for stoppage.
3. Stall Warning Opening -- CHECK for stoppage. To check the
system, place a clean handkerchief over the vent opening and
apply suction; a sound from the warning horn will confirm system
operation.
4. Wing Tie-Down -- DISCONNECT.
@LEFT WING Trailing Edge
1. Aileron CHECK for freedom of movement and security.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
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1. Preflight Inspection -- COMPLETE.
2. Seats, Belts, Shoulder Harnesses -- ADJUST and LOCK.
3. Fuel Selector Valve -- BOTH.
4. Avionics Power Switch, Autopilot (if installed), Electrical Equip-
ment -- OFF.
CAUTION
The avionics power switch must be OFF during engine
start to prevent possible damage to avionics.
5. Brakes -- TEST and SET.
6. Circuit Breakers -- CHECK IN.
cESSNA
].\10DEL 172N
SECTION
4
NORMAL PROCEDURES
STARTING ENGINE
1.
Mixture -- RICH.
2. Carburetor Heat -- COLD.
3. Master Switch -- ON.
4. Prime -- AS REQUIRED (2 to 6 strokes; none if engine is warm).
5. Throttle -- OPEN 1/8 INCH.
6. Propeller Area -- CLEAR.
7. Ignition Switch -- START (release when engine starts).
8. Oil Pressure -- CHECK.
BEFORE TAKEOFF
1. Parking Brake -- SET.
2. Cabin Doors and Window(s) -- CLOSED and LOCKED.
3. Flight Controls -- FREE and CORRECT.
4. Flight Instruments -- SET.
5. Fuel Selector Valve -- BOTH.
6. Mixture -- RICH (below 3000 feet).
7. Elevator Trim and Rudder Trim (if installed) -- TAKEOFF.
8. Throttle -- 1700 RPM.
a. Magnetos -- CHECK (RPM drop should not exceed 125 RPM on
either magneto or 50 RPM differential between magnetos).
b. Carburetor Heat -- CHECK (for RPM drop).
c. Engine Instruments and Ammeter -- CHECK.
d. Suction Gage -- CHECK.
9. Avionics Power Switch -- ON.
10. Radios -- SET.
11. Autopilot (if installed) -- OFF.
12. Air Conditioner
(if
installed) -- OFF.
13.
Flashing Beacon, Navigation Lights and/ or Strobe Lights --ON as
required.
14.
Throttle Friction Lock -- ADJUST.
15. Brakes -- RELEASE.
TAKEOFF
NORMAL TAKEOFF
1.
Wing Flaps -- UP.
2. Carburetor Heat -- COLD.
3. Throttle FULL OPEN.
4. Elevator Control -- LIFT NOSE WHEEL (at 55 KIAS).
5. Climb Speed -- 70-80 KIAS.
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