Cruise - Cirrus SR22 Pilot Operating Handbook

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SR22

Cruise

Normal cruising is performed between 55% and 85% power. The engine
power setting and corresponding fuel consumption for various altitudes
and temperatures can be determined by using the cruise data in Section 5.
The selection of cruise altitude is made based on the most favorable wind
conditions and the desired power settings. These significant factors should
be considered on every trip to reduce fuel consumption.
For engine break-in, cruise at a minimum of 75% power until the
engine has been operated for at least 25 hours or until oil
consumption has stabilized. Operation at this higher power will
ensure proper seating of the rings, is applicable to new engines,
and engines in service following cylinder replacement or top over-
1. Fuel Pump.................................................................................................OFF
The Fuel Pump may be used for vapor suppression during cruise.
The Fuel Pump should be set to BOOST during maneuvering flight
(flight training maneuvers, chandelles, stalls, etc.).
2. Cruise Power..............................................................................................SET
3. Mixture...................................................................... LEAN AS REQUIRED
4. Engine Parameters ...................................................................... MONITOR
Fuel BOOST must be used for switching from one tank to another.
Failures to activate the Fuel Pump before transfer could result in
delayed restart if the engine should quit due to fuel starvation.
5. Fuel Flow and Balance................................................................ MONITOR
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