Piper ARCHER III Pilot Operating Handbook page 81

PA-28-181, ARCHER III
Place a container under the quick drain. Drain the fuel tanks
through the quick drain prior to the first flight and after refueling,
making sure that enough fuel has been drained to verify the proper fuel and
insure that all water and sediment is removed.
When draining any amount of fuel, care should be taken to
insure that no fire hazard exists before starting engine.
Remove the tie down and chock.
Next, complete a check of the landing gear. Check the gear strut for
proper inflation; there should be 4.5 ± .25 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.
Check that the fresh air inlet is clear of foreign matter.
NOSE SECTION
Check the general condition of the nose section; look for oil or fluid
leakage and that the cowling is secure. Check the windshield and clean if
necessary. The propeller and spinner should be checked for detrimental nicks,
cracks, or other defects. The air inlets should be clear of obstructions. Check
the engine baffle seals
Remove the chock and check the nose gear strut for proper inflation; there
should be 3.25 ± .25 inches of strut exposure under a normal static load.
Check the tire for cuts, wear, and proper inflation. Check the oil level; make
sure that the dipstick has been properly seated and that the oil filler cap has
been properly secured.Drain the fuel strainer valve located on the bottom left
side of the engine compartment.
When draining any amount of fuel, care should be taken to
ensure that no fire hazard exists before starting engine.
LEFT WING
The wing surface should be clear of ice, frost, snow, or other extraneous
substances. Check that the fresh air inlet is clear of foreign matter and
remove the tie downs and chocks. Check the gear strut for proper inflation:
there should be 4.5 ± .25 inches of strut exposure under a normal static load.
Check the tire and the brake block and disc.
ISSUED: JULY 12, 1995
NORMAL PROCEDURES
CAUTION
CAUTION
SECTION 4
REPORT: VB-1611
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