Left Wing (4.5A); Ge Fuselage (4.5A) - Arrow PA-28R-201 Pilot's Operating Handbook And Faa Approved Airplane Flight Manual

PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
PA-28R-201~
ARROW
SECTION 4
NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.9 PREFLIGHT CHECK (4.5a) (continued)
4.9c Nose Section (4.5a) (continued)
CAUTION
When draining any amount of fuel, care should
be taken to ensure that no fire hazard exists
before starting engine.
Open the fuel strainer located on the left side of the firewall long enough
to remove any accumulation of water and sediment.
4.9d Left Wing (4.5a)
The wing surface should be clear of ice, frost, snow,
or
other extraneous
substances. Check the stall warning vane for condition and freedom of
movement. Open the fuel cap and visually check the fuel color. The quantity
should match the indication that was on the fuel quantity gauge. Replace fuel
cap securely. Check that the fresh air inlet is· clear of foreign matter and
remove the chock.
Check the main gear strut for proper inflation; there should be 2.0
+/-
0.25
I
inches of strut exposure under a normal static load. Check the tire for cuts,
wear, and proper inflation. Make a visual check of the brake block and disc.
CAUTION
When draining any amount of fuel, care should
be taken to ensure that no fire hazard exists
before starting engine.
The fuel tank vent should be clear of obstructions. Drain enough fuel into
a container to ensure that all water and sediment has been removed; check for
proper fuel.
Remove tie down and remove the cover from the pitot mast on the
underside of the wing. Make sure the hole is open and clear of obstructions.
Check the wing tip and lights for damage Check the aileron, flap, and hinges
for damage and operational interference and that the static wicks are firmly
attached and in good condition.
4.ge Fuselage (4.5a)
Check the condition and security of the antennas and that the ports in the
left side static pad are clear. The empennage should be clear of ice, frost, snow,
or other extraneous substances. Check that the fresh
air
inlet on the left side of
the fuselage is clear. Check the stabilator and trim tab for damage and
operational interference; the trim tab should move in the same direction as the
stabilator. Remove the tie down. Check that the ports in the right side static pad
are clear.
ISSUED: SEPTEMBER 15, 1988
REVISED: OCTOBER 18, 1989
REPORT: VB-1365
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