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Revision: 13
Date: 04/06/18
RV-12
PILOT'S OPERATING
HANDBOOK
Airplane Serial Number: _____________________
Airplane Registration Number: ___________________
Date of Issue: _________________
(See Form: 8130-15, Block 4)
Publication No.
DOC 12 POH-SV
:
RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK

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  • Page 1 Revision: 13 Date: 04/06/18 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK Airplane Serial Number: _____________________ Airplane Registration Number: ___________________ Date of Issue: _________________ (See Form: 8130-15, Block 4) Publication No. DOC 12 POH-SV RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 2 To verify the latest revision of the POH compare the rev level found on the cover page with the latest revision posted on the RV-12 Service Information page of the Van’s Aircraft web site. The overall rev level changes with any change within the document.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    EFIS. Specific EFIS type is noted next to the page number. Pages 2-7 and 2-8 correspond to ELSA or SLSA aircraft. Please remove the pages that do not correspond to your particular aircraft. RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Aurora, Oregon 97002 Phone: 503-678-6545 Data Location and Contact Should Van's Aircraft Inc. lose its ability to support the RV-12, see data location and contact information for recovery of certification documentation below: Synergy Air 90451 Boeing Drive Eugene, OR 97402 Requests will only be processed if Van's Aircraft Inc.

  • Page 5: Sect

    It is strongly recommended that the pilot be familiar with the aircraft, the RV-12 FTS, and this manual prior to flight. The words “WARNING”, “CAUTION”, and “NOTE” are used throughout the manual with the following definitions: WARNING An operating procedure, practice, or condition, etc.
  • Page 6 Shallow Climbs, Level or Descending Flight: 0 US Gallons Vx Climb: 3 US Gallons Climbs: 4 US Gallons Approved Fuel Types 100 LL Aviation Fuel or 91 AKI Premium Unleaded Automotive Maximum Engine Power 100 Hp @ 5800 (5 minutes maximum) RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 7 The aircraft placards, instrument color markings, and audio warnings are to be the authority if an inconsistency exists with this manual. WARNING All operating limitations must be strictly adhered to for reasons of safety and serviceability. RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 8 Date: 04/06/18 Revision:8 FLIGHT OPERATIONS The RV-12 is designed for operation in the Light Sport Category. Daytime flight in VFR conditions only is approved providing that the aircraft is operating as specified under Part 91 of the Federal Air Regulations (F.A.R.’s).

  • Page 9: Airspeed Limitations

    Maximum safe airspeed, not to be exceeded at any time. Not to be exceeded except in smooth air only and then with caution. Not to be exceeded with flaps extended. No full or abrupt control movements allowed above this airspeed. RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...

  • Page 10: Ceiling

    Service Ceiling Estimated 12,000 ft FLIGHT LOAD FACTORS Category Limit Load Factor Light Sport Category +4.0g/-2.0g PROHIBITED MANEUVERS AEROBATICS PROHIBITED! Intentional spinning prohibited PASSENGER WEIGHT LIMITATIONS Maximum pilot / passenger weight 300lbs per seat, weight and balance permitting. RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...

  • Page 11: Powerplant Limitations

    (Part number 413185/413195 per Rotax SB 912-066UL) are equipped with sensors that measure coolant temperature. Older cylinders measured cylinder head temperature. The EFIS label for new cylinders will continue to be “CHT” even though indications marked CHT measure Coolant Temperature. RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...

  • Page 12: Fuel Limitations

    When the fuel level is less than 4 US Gallons, extreme caution should be used during climbs to ensure that the tank outlet remains submerged. Prolonged high pitch angles (greater than 8 deg nose up), may result in fuel starvation and engine stoppage. RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...

  • Page 13: Airspeed/Powerplant Indicator Markings

    Limitations are displayed electronically. PASSENGER WARNING Displayed on instrument panel “THIS AIRCRAFT IS AN EXPERIMENTAL AIRCRAFT AND DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FEDERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR STANDARD AIRCRAFT" NO INTENTIONAL SPINS” WARNING FLIGHT INTO IMC IS PROHIBITED RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK ELSA 2-7...

  • Page 14: Miscellaneous Placards

    Autopilot installed)  12 Volt Power Outlet 5A max adjacent to power outlet  Music Input adjacent to receptacle  ELT label adjacent to instrument panel switch  Spare fuse holder fuse positions labeled 2-8 ELSA RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 15 Displayed on instrument panel “THIS AIRCRAFT WAS MANUFACTURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH LIGHT SPORT AIRCRAFT AIRWORTHINESS STANDARDS AND DOES NOT CONFORM TO STANDARD CATEGORY AIRWORTHINESS REQUIREMENTS NO INTENTIONAL SPINS” WARNING FLIGHT INTO IMC IS PROHIBITED SLSA 2-7 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 16 Autopilot installed)  12 Volt Power Outlet 5A max adjacent to power outlet  Music Input adjacent to receptacle  ELT label adjacent to instrument panel switch  Spare fuse holder fuse positions labeled 2-8 SLSA RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 17 SPINS 3-15 RUNAWAY TRIM MOTOR 3-15 LOSS OF TRIM TAB 3-16 EMERGENCY DESCENT 3-16 LOSS OF INSTRUMENTS/EFIS REBOOT 3-17 IN-FLIGHT OVERSTRESS 3-18 UNINTENTIONAL FLIGHT INTO ICING 3-18 LOSS OF FLIGHT CONTROLS 3-19 LOSS OF BRAKE 3-21 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 18 Do not turn off the Master switch with the engine running except in an EMERGENCY situation. Running the engine with the Master Switch off may damage the voltage regulator. NOTE All airspeeds in this section are indicated knots airspeeds (KIAS) unless stated otherwise. RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 19  Fuel Shut-Off Valve – PULL UP-OFF  Electrical and Ignition Switches – ALL OFF  Evacuate Aircraft immediately  If available, direct fire extinguisher through the air outlet tunnel at the bottom of the cowl RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 20 – ON)  Air Vent – OPEN if necessary for smoke removal and ventilation  Use hand fire extinguisher if available  Land immediately (or as soon as practical if location for safe landing is not available) RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 21 Avionics Switch – OFF (the EFIS and GPS will continue to operate on the EFIS backup battery)  Land as soon as possible as the battery will furnish electrical power for a limited time only. D-180 3-5 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 22 If a warning is given on the ground increase the engine rpm to force more air through the cooling duct. 3-6 D-180 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 23 30A Main Bus Fuse – PULL-REMOVE immediately  Non-Essential Electrical Equipment - OFF  Land as soon as possible as the battery and EFIS backup battery will furnish electrical power for a limited time only. SKYVIEW/ RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 24 If a warning is given on the ground increase the engine rpm to force more air through the cooling duct. SKYVIEW/ RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 25 Maintain flying speed at all times and do not attempt to turn back toward the runway unless sufficient altitude has been achieved.  Master switch - OFF  Touchdown with minimum airspeed particularly if landing on rough terrain. RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 26 The engine starter may be engaged in flight should the propeller stop wind milling. Propeller will not windmill below 80 KIAS. PARTIAL POWER LOSS/ROUGH RUNNING  Follow the engine air restart procedures  Land as soon as possible using “Precautionary Landing Approach” procedures RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 27 High oil pressure is admissible for a short period at cold start. Should high oil pressure occur in flight reduce power to the minimum necessary; land as soon as practical. NOTE (D-180 Only) Zero oil pressure will be indicated if main bus power is removed. RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 28 Date: 04/06/18 Revision: 6 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 3-10 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 29 NOTE Slipping the aircraft by cross controlling the rudder and ailerons will increase the rate of descent both with and without flaps. If a crosswind exists, place the lower wing into the wind. 3-11 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 30 Ignition Switches – BOTH OFF  Final Approach a) Airspeed – 55-60 KIAS b) Flaps – DOWN when intended point of landing assured  Master Switch – OFF Touchdown with minimum airspeed particularly if landing on rough terrain. 3-12 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 31 Canopy – UNLATCH (just before touchdown)  Contact the water with a NOSE HIGH attitude  After coming to complete stop – EXIT AIRCRAFT NOTE Aircraft cannot be depended upon to provide flotation after contacting the water. 3-13 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 32 STALLS The RV-12 stall characteristics are conventional. Additionally, the RV-12 is equipped with a vane-type stall warning buzzer that activates approximately 7 KTS above stall speed. Aileron control response in a fully stalled condition is marginal.
  • Page 33 Stabilator - HOLD against out of trim condition  Airspeed – REDUCE to lessen the amount of force required  Land as soon as practicable  Flaps – UP for landing to minimize pitch forces 3-15 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 34  Airspeed – Increase without exceeding Vne. (Vno if turbulence exists)  Do not exceed 82 KIAS if flaps are extended.  Throttle - CLEAR the engine every 1000’ with a short application of power. 3-16 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 35 Throttle - Based on throttle positions and engine noise  Nose Attitude - Slightly below horizon EFIS REBOOT PROCEDURE DYNON SKYVIEW  Buttons 1,2,5 -- PRESS simultaneously GARMIN G3X  Master Switch -- Turn OFF then ON 3-17 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 36 INCREASE in order to prevent ice build-up on the propeller blades  Flaps – LEAVE RETRACTED  – ADVISE CAUTION Ice build-up increases the stalling speed. Carry extra speed on landing approach. The stall warning horn may not function. 3-18 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 37 NOTE Flaps in first position allow more nose wheel clearance at touchdown than full flap position. In the event of a go around, advance the throttle slowly to avoid a sudden pitch up tendency. 3-19 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 38 (most common failure) land such that the controlled direction opposes any crosswind component. To avoid a cross control stall maintain an airspeed 10 KIAS above normal. Touchdown at minimum speed. After touchdown shut off engine to minimize idle thrust. 3-20 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 39  Keep as much of the runway width available on the side of the operative brake for roll out or a hard-braking turn to a full stop. 3-21 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 40 Date: 04/06/18 Revision: 6 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 3-22 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 41 NOTE All recommended airspeeds in this section are KNOTS INDICATED AIRSPEEDS (KIAS) with the aircraft loaded to the maximum gross weight of 1320 lb. RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 42 Left Main Landing Gear  Tire – CONDITION, proper inflation 25psi  Brake – CHECK condition, no leakage  Axle Nut – CHECK cotter pin installation  Wheel Bearings – SHAKE WHEEL - CHECK  Wheel Chocks – REMOVE RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 43 Tie-Down – UNTIE RESTRAINT from eyelet Fuselage (Right Side)  Static Port – CLEAN & OPEN  Comm. Antenna -CHECK condition & security  Fuel Vent Lines - CLEAR  Fuel Cap – SECURE & VENT OPEN  Controls - CONNECTED RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 44 2. Turn propeller by hand in direction of propeller rotation several times to pump oil from engine into oil tank. 3. A gurgling sound will be heard. 4. Check oil level on stick 5. Replace the cap from the oil tank. RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 45  Left Air Inlet – CHECK unobstructed  Cowl Door – CLOSED  Fuel Sample - CHECK until no more fuel/water mixture is present.  Fuel Pump - OFF  CHECK quick drain valve for leakage RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 46 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 47 Choke – OFF  Avionics Switch – ON  Autopilot Switch – ON CAUTION Limit the use of the starter to 10 seconds duration maximum with a two minute cooling off period between each starter engagement. RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 48  Engine Gauges – CHECK  Brakes – RELEASE  Taxi RPM – 1800–2500 RPM until oil temp reaches 120° F (50° C)  Flight Instruments – VERIFY proper indications. RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 49 Especially on hot days CHT can rise significantly if RPM is low. High power operation (above 3000 RPM) and engine run-up should be made into the wind and kept to a minimum during high temperature conditions. RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 50  – Flaps DETENT  – Brakes HOLD until application of full power  Lift –Off – 50 to 55 KIAS  – 60 KIAS (Vx) until clear of obstacle Climb 4-10 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 51 Best Rate 75 KIAS Flaps – UP Best Angle 60 KIAS Flaps – 1 DETENT Cruise-Climb 85 KIAS Flaps – UP  Engine Gauges – CHECK  Trim – as required to hold desired airspeed RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK 4-11...
  • Page 52 (500ft/min). When available, use the Vertical navigation (VNAV) function of the EFIS to perform a stable descent if terrain, airspace and/or weather permit. 4-12 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 53 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK 4-13...
  • Page 54  Throttle – FULL OPEN  Flaps – 1 DETENT  Airspeed – Best Angle 60 KIAS Flaps – 1 DETENT until clear of obstacle, then Best Rate 75 KIAS Flaps – UP 4-14 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 55 Place the flaps in the full up position and secure the control stick full aft with the lap belt. RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK 4-15...
  • Page 56 Date: 04/06/18 Revision:7 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 4-16 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 57 The data has been compiled from both estimated calculations and actual flight test using average piloting techniques, with an aircraft and engine in good operating conditions. All information is corrected for standard atmospheric conditions. RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 58 Date: 03/07/16 Revision:3 AIRSPEED CALIBRATION TABLE CALIBRATED INDICATED AIRSPEED AIRSPEED SKYVIEW STALL SPEEDS (KIAS) GROSS WEIGHT FLAP POSITION 1050 lb 1320 lb ½ DOWN FULL DOWN RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 59 1010 1954 1474 1619 4000 1777 1010 1952 1089 2150 1171 2379 1742 1927 6000 1084 2138 1173 2384 1265 2680 1360 3060 1068 2097 1163 2355 8000 1262 2671 1365 3082 1472 3678 1583 4720 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 60 1197 1160 2000 1303 1057 1416 1539 1673 1277 1081 1397 4000 1528 1672 1830 2008 1499 1651 6000 1821 2012 1012 2233 1088 2497 1787 1990 8000 1010 2226 1092 2511 1178 2877 1267 3387 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 61 SPEED GROUND 50 FT OBSTCL (FT) (KIAS) ROLL 1550 2500 1615 5000 1695 7500 1770 NOTES: Decrease the distances shown by 10% for each 5 kts of headwind. The data given is with flaps fully extended RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 62 5000 23.4 4:25 5000 5500 22.7 3:53 5000 25.3 4:53 7500 5500 25.0 4:14 5000 27.4 5:17 10000 5500 26.9 4:38 5000 29.6 5:45 NOTES: No fuel allowance is made for take-off, climb, descent, or reserve. RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 63 All additional changes to the aircraft’s empty weight and CG after the time of manufacture must also be attached to or indicated. From this information and the following instructions, the pilot can easily determine the useful load and proper loading distribution for the aircraft. RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 64 (18.4 to 27% Chord) NOTE All measurements are aft of the datum line which is 70 inches forward of the wing leading edge. Baggage 50 lb maximum Maximum pilot / passenger weight 300lbs per seat, weight and balance permitting. RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 65 Revision: 7 Date: 04/06/18 For Installed Equipment List see the Maintenance Manual. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT LIST WEIGHT MOMENT ITEM Lbs. In-lbs. TOTAL -------- RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 66 Date: 04/06/18 Revision:7 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 67 85.39) EMPTY WEIGHT WITH OIL & 81.93 60468 COOLANT PILOT 78.85 14982 PASSENGER 78.85 14982 BAGGAGE 110.81 5541 FUEL (6 LB/GAL) 110.28 13101 TAKEOFF WEIGHT & 84.75 1287 109073 MOMENT CG = TOTAL MOMENT / WEIGHT RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 68 YOUR AIRPLANE ITEM (IN.) WEIGHT MOMENT (LIMITS (LB) (IN-LB) 80.49- 85.39) EMPTY WEIGHT WITH OIL & COOLANT PILOT 78.85 PASSENGER 78.85 BAGGAGE 110.81 FUEL 110.28 (6 LB/GAL) TAKEOFF WEIGHT & MOMENT CG = TOTAL MOMENT / WEIGHT RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 69 Revision: 7 Date: 04/06/18 FIGURE 6-1 LOADING GRAPH Minimum Weight varies depending on the empty weight of the aircraft RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 70 Date: 04/06/18 Revision:7 FIGURE 6-2 FLIGHT ENVELOPE Minimum Weight varies depending on the empty weight of the aircraft RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 71 Revision: 7 Date: 04/06/18 FIGURE 6-3 FLIGHT ENVELOPE Minimum Weight varies depending on the empty weight of the aircraft RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 72 Date: 04/06/18 Revision:7 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 6-10 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 73 FUEL SYSTEM 7-11 RV-12 GENERAL DESCRIPTION AIRFRAME The RV-12 is an all metal, two place, low wing, single engine fixed tricycle gear airplane designed to conform to the S-LSA category. The fuselage is made of conventional formed sheet bulheads, stringers and skin. (Semi-monocoque)
  • Page 74 Date: 01/03/17 Revision: 8 ENGINE AND PROPELLER The RV-12 is powered by a Rotax 912 ULS four cylinder, horizontaled opposed, air cooled with liquid cooled cylinder heads, dual carburators, rated at 100 HP/73.5 kW @ 5800RPM. Power to the dual spark plugs is provided by two independent Electronic Ignition units.
  • Page 75 Ducati Double CDI Carburetors Bing altitude compensating Rated Horsepower 100 Hp @ 5800 RPM (5 minutes maximum) 95 Hp @ 5500 RPM (continuous) Propeller Make Sensenich Model 2AOR5R70E Fuel See Operating Limitations See Aircraft Ground Handling and Servicing RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...

  • Page 76: Performance

    Cruise 5500rpm 7500 ft 117 KIAS Cruise 5000rpm 7500 ft 105 KIAS Stall - flaps up 41 KIAS Ground Performance Take-off Distance 600 ft Landing Distance 475 ft Climb/Ceiling Rate of Climb 1135 ft/min Ceiling (estimated) 15,000 ft RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 77 Stall - flaps up 45 KIAS Ground Performance Take-off Distance 700 ft Landing Distance 525 ft Climb/Ceiling Rate of Climb 900 ft/min Ceiling (estimated) 13,800 ft Range 5500rpm 7500 ft 482 nm Range 5000rpm 7500 ft 534 nm RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 78 Date: 01/03/17 Revision: 8 FIGURE 7-1 RV-12 THREE VIEW RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 79 Revision: 8 Date: 01/03/17 FIGURE 7-2 RV-12 INSTRUMENT PANEL RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 80 Date: 01/03/17 Revision: 8 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 81 Revision: 8 Date: 01/03/17 FIGURE 7-3 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 7-9 D-180 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...

  • Page 82: Note

    Revision: 8 CAUTION PLACE MASTER SWITCH IN "OFF" POSITION BEFORE REPLACING ANY FUSE NOTE REPLACEMENT FUSES RATED 3 AMP OR GREATER MUST BE OF THE TYPE THAT ILLUMINATE WHEN BLOWN FIGURE 7-4 FUSE PANEL DIAGRAM 7-10 D-180 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 83 Revision: 8 Date: 01/03/17 FIGURE 7-3 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SKYVIEW RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 84 Revision: 8 CAUTION PLACE MASTER SWITCH IN "OFF" POSITION BEFORE REPLACING ANY FUSE NOTE REPLACEMENT FUSES RATED 3 AMP OR GREATER MUST BE OF THE TYPE THAT ILLUMINATE WHEN BLOWN FIGURE 7-4 FUSE PANEL DIAGRAM SKYVIEW RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK 7-10...
  • Page 85 Revision: 8 Date: 01/03/17 FIGURE 7-3 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SKYVIEW AP-KNOB MODULES RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 86 PLACE MASTER SWITCH IN "OFF" POSITION BEFORE REPLACING ANY FUSE NOTE REPLACEMENT FUSES RATED 3 AMP OR GREATER MUST BE OF THE TYPE THAT ILLUMINATE WHEN BLOWN FIGURE 7-4 FUSE PANEL DIAGRAM SKYVIEW AP-KNOB MODULES 7-10 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 87 Revision: 8 Date: 01/03/17 FIGURE 7-3 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM G3X 7-9 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 88 Revision: 8 CAUTION PLACE MASTER SWITCH IN "OFF" POSITION BEFORE REPLACING ANY FUSE NOTE REPLACEMENT FUSES RATED 3 AMP OR GREATER MUST BE OF THE TYPE THAT ILLUMINATE WHEN BLOWN FIGURE 7-4 FUSE PANEL DIAGRAM 7-10 G3X RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 89 FINE SCREEN, QUICK DRAIN FUEL RETURN FUEL FLOW LINE TRANSDUCER COARSE FUEL VALVE SCREEN SENDING UNIT ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP FUEL TANK (20 GALLON) MECHANICAL FUEL GAUGE FILLER CAP (VENTED) & FILLER NECK FIGURE 7-5 FUEL SYSTEM 7-11 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 90 Date: 01/03/17 Revision: 8 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 7-12 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 91 In addition, it details some specifications related to the maintenance requirements. order retain expected performance and dependability, your airplane should be maintained and inspected in accordance with the Engine and Airplane maintenance manuals and issued service bulletins. RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 92 Date: 04/06/18 Revision:6 TORQUES TABLE 8-1 ROTAX 912ULS ft-lb in-lb Oil Tank Drain Screw Oil Filter Hand Tighten Magnetic Plug Water Pump Drain Screw Carburetor Socket Screws Spark Plugs 12mm/16mm RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 93  Protect rear window from fuel spill.  Insert fuel nozzle, and add fuel. (Max. 19.8 gallons)  Remove fuel nozzle.  Replace fuel cap.  Remove ground clamp.  Wipe away spillage, if any. RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 94 Oils with friction modifier additives “anti-friction”, will cause the slipper clutch to slip  Oils for “conventional” aircraft engines  Oils designed for diesel engines with insufficient high temp properties and additives Oil Filter Rotax part number 825 701 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 95 All three tires are 5.00 x 5 size and either 4 ply load rating or 6 ply load rating tires are acceptable. Inflation Pressure: Nose Tire: 22 psi (optimum)/23 psi (maximum) Main Tires: 25 psi (optimum)/28 psi (maximum) RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 96 2. Remove the right wing assembly and set aside. 3. Remove both of the fuselage pins. 4. Remove the left wing and set aside. INSTALLATION Installation procedure is reverse of the removal procedure RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 97 The RV-12 has 4 tie down points. The tail of the airplane has Bolt eye TD 3/8-16 which can be used to tie-down the airplane to the ground.
  • Page 98 Date: 04/06/18 Revision:6 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 99 Revision:4 Date: 06/14/16 SECTION 9 SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION See the Flight Training Supplement RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 100 Date: 06/14/16 Revision:4 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...

  • Page 101: Pilot's Operating Handbook

    Revision:13 Date: 04/06/18 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK FRONT COVER RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
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  • Page 103 Revision:13 Date: 04/06/18 REAR COVER RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
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