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28 PA-28R-201 SOP
clockwise to increase light intensity. CHECK the dome lighting with the
BRIGHT-OFF-DIM switch located overhead.
NOTE
If flying from daylight into night, lighting required for night
flight operations must be operative.
Be courteous with the use of strobes. Avoid leaving exterior
lights on longer than necessary while checking their operation
to conserve battery life. Ensure required lights are operating in
accordance with 14 CFR Part 91.205, 91.209, and 91.213.
12. BATTERY MASTER SWITCH OFF
Depress the BATTERY MASTER SWITCH to the OFF position to avoid
inadvertent starting of the engine during preflight.
13. RIGHT WING FUEL QUANTITY CHECK
Visually CHECK the RIGHT WING FUEL QUANTITY. After checking,
ensure that the fuel filler cap is secure with the handle parallel to the
airplane’s longitudinal axis.
NOTE
Each fuel tank is equipped with a filler neck indicator tab to aid
in determining fuel remaining when the tank is not full. Usable
capacity when the fuel level is at the bottom of the tab is 25
gallons.
14. ENGINE OIL QUANTITY CHECK
Visually CHECK the ENGINE OIL QUANTITY level [six (6) to eight (8)
quarts] and ensure that the dipstick/filler cap is secured. Do not operate
with less than six (6) quarts of oil.
NOTE
If the level is below six (6) quarts, obtain Exxon Elite 20W-50 oil
from the ramp fuel truck or applicable FBO. Use Aeroshell 100
(SAE 50) or equivalent, only if Exxon Elite 20W-50 is
unavailable.
15. LEFT WING FUEL QUANTITY CHECK
Visually CHECK the LEFT WING FUEL QUANTITY. After checking,
ensure that the fuel filler cap is secure with the handle parallel to the
airplane’s longitudinal axis.
Revised 07-01-2012 © Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Rev 06