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SECTION III
CHEROKEE 140
"D"
2.
a.
Check
for
external
damage,
operational
interference
of
control
surfaces or
hinges.
b.
Insure
that wings and control
surfaces
are
free
of snow,
ice
or
frost.
3.
a.
Visually check
fuel
supply, secure caps.
b.
Drain all
fuel
system sumps and
lines.
c.
Check that
fuel
system
vents
are
open.
4.
a.
Check
landing gear
shock struts
for proper inflation.
b.
Check tires
for
cuts, wear and
proper inflation.
5.
a.
Inspect windshield
for
cleanliness.
b.
Check the
propeller
and spinner
for defects
or nicks.
c.
Check
for
obvious
fuel
or oil
leaks.
d.
Check
oil
level,
8
quarts
maximum.
(Insure
dipstick is
properly
seated.)
e.
Inspect cowling and
inspection
covers
for
security.
f.
Check nose wheel tire
for inflation,
wear.
g.
Check nose wheel shock strut
for proper inflation.
h.
Check
for foreign
matter
in
air
inlets.
6.
a.
Stow
tow
bar
and control
locks, if
used.
b.
Check
baggage for proper
storage and security.
c.
Close and secure the
baggage
compartment
door.
7.
a.
Upon
entering
aircraft
ascertain
that
all
primary flight
controls
operate
properly,
b.
Close and secure the cabin
door.
c.
Check that required
papers
are
in
order and
in
the aircraft.
d.
Fasten
seat
belts
and shoulder
harness.
STARTING
ENGINE
1.
Set
parking brake
ON.
2.
Set
the carburetor
heat
control
in
the
full
COLD
position.
3.
Select
the
desired
tank with
fuel
selector valve.
Starting
Engine When
Cold:
1.
Open
throttle
approximately
1/4
inch.
2.
Turn the master switch ON.
3.
Turn the electric
fuel pump
ON.
4.
Move the mixture
control
to FULL RICH.
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