Pump Usable Fuel From Fuel Tank
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Use this procedure when it is necessary to pump the usable fuel from the fuel tank.
Applicable Aircraft Serial Numbers
All
Type of Maintenance
Line
Level of Certification
LSA-RM
Task Specific Training Required
No
Special Tools Required
A suitable length of -6 AN fuel hose with a -6 male AN flare fitting at one end.
Parts Required
None
Aircraft System and Number
07—Fuel System
Safety Equipment
As Needed
Consumables
None
CAUTION:
Do not perform any work on the aircraft fuel system unless the aircraft is grounded to a suitable ground to earth.
Task Instructions
1. Attach a grounding cable to the bow ring.
3. Use an 11/16 wrench to disconnect the fuel supply hose at the fuel rail on the engine’s left-forward corner (circled in Figure 147). Catch any fuel that drips out.
Figure 147. Fuel Supply Hose at the Fuel Rail
4. Connect a length of -6 AN fuel hose to the end of the supply hose and place the free end of the hose into a suitable fuel container.
5. Turn on the aircraft master switch and rotate the ignition key to the first position—Lane A. This will run the main boost fuel pump.
6. Leave the pump running until the desired amount of fuel is removed, then turn off ignition and master switches.
CAUTION:
Do not leave the fuel pump running unattended. Do not allow the fuel pump to run dry for more than a few seconds.
7. Remove the added length of hose.
8. Reattach the fuel supply line to the fuel rail and torque to 110-130 in-lb with an 11/16 wrench.
Verification Method
Verify that the fuel line is secured without any leaks. Verify that the Top Cowl is replaced and secured into position.
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