Winterization Kit - Cessna 172R Operating Handbook

CESSNA
MODEL 172R
When using an external power
the OFF position before connecting the external power source to the
airplane receptacle.
Receptacle for external power
Cold weather
starting procedures. Use caution
of the airplane during starting when parked on snow or
movement
If the engine does
engine firing diminishes in strength, it is probable that the
spark plugs have been frosted
before another
During cold weather operations, no indication will be
the oil temperature gage prior to takeoff if outside air temperatures
are very cold. After a suitable warm up period (2 to 5 minutes
1000 RPM), accelerate the engine several times to higher engine
RPM. If the engine accelerates smoothly and the oil pressure
remains normal and steady, the airplane is ready for takeoff.

WINTERIZATION KIT

A winterization kit is provided and may be utilized when cold
weather operations are conducted.
Revision 7
source, the master switch must be
See Section 7, Ground Service Plug
source
starting procedures
NOTE
not start during
is attempted.
start
NORMAL PROCEDURES
operations.
are the same as the normal
inadvertent forward
to prevent
the first few attempts,
over.
Preheat must be used
SECTION 4
in
or
if
on
apparent
at
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