Stewart Warner Gage Transmitter Calibration; Rochester Gage Transmitter - Cessna T182 Series Service Manual

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MODEL 182 & T182 SERIES SERVICE MANUAL

15-55. TRANSMITTER ADJUSTMENT.

Using the following fuel transmitter calibration procedure on components other than the originally

installed (Stewart Warner) components will result in a faulty fuel quantity reading.

15-55A. STEWART WARNER GAGE TRANSMITTER CALIBRATION. Chances of transmitter calibration

changing in normal service is remote; however, it is possible that float arm or float arm stops may become

bent if transmitter is removed from cell. Transmitter calibration is obtained by adjusting float travel. Float

travel is limited by float arm stops.

Use extreme caution while working with electrical components of the fuel system. The possibility of

electrical sparks around an "empty" fuel cell creates a hazardous situation.

Before installing transmitter, attach electrical wires and place master switch in "ON" position. Allow float

arm to rest against lower float arm stop and read indicator. The pointer should be on E (empty) position.

Adjust the float arm against lower stop so pointer indicator is on E. Raise flat until arm is against upper

stop and adjust upper stop to permit indicator pointer to be on F (full). Install transmitter in accordance with

paragraph 16-50.

15-55B. ROCHESTER GAGE TRANSMITTER. Do not attempt to adjust float arm or stop. No adjustment is

Select the oil temperature sending unit part number that is used in your aircraft

from the left column and the temperature from the column headings. Read the ohms

value under the appropriate temperature column

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