Jabiru Aircraft
Pilot Operating Handbook
Model J230-D
Revision:
6
28/2/2020
Page 85
8.4 SERVICING
8.4.1
Fuelling
a.
Ensure the aircraft is parked on level ground with the handbrake OFF
– to enable it to
quickly be pushed clear in an emergency.
b.
Connect the main bowser earth wire to the tip of the engine exhaust
c.
Stand on a small ladder or similar so that the fuel level is clearly visible through the filler.
d.
Connect the earth wire of the pump nozzle to the earth point on the fuel filler BEFORE
removing the tank filler cap.
e.
Remove the filler cap and fill the tank. Allow for expansion of the fuel: do not over-fill
tanks.
f.
Re-fit the filler cap.
g.
Repeat the process for the second wing tank.
h.
Use a fuel tester to take samples from each wing tank and from the header tank. The
sample points for the wing tanks are on the underside of the wing near the fuselage while
the test point for the header tank is inside a small fairing under the tail of the aircraft aft
of the sound curtain.
i.
Inspect each fuel sample for contaminants. Verify that the correct fuel is being used by
the colour of the sample (Blue for AVGAS 100LL, green for AVGAS 100/130)
j.
Disconnect the earth cables. Stow the cables, step ladder, fuel hose and any other
equipment securely away from the apron.
WARNING
•
Never fuel in an area that is enclosed or where fumes could reach ignition point. DO
NOT SMOKE or allow open flames or sparks in the vicinity. Never add fuel while the
engine is running.
•
Use only approved fuel containers and never transport fuel in an unsafe manner.
•
Always check for fuel contamination. Contamination is a major cause of engine failure.
The best place to avoid contamination is at the source. Once your fuel is in the
container a very hazardous potential exists. Use a clean safety approved storage
container. Do not overfill the container - allow for expansion.
•
The engine is designed for use with aviation gasolines and unleaded MOGAS which
has an Octane Rating of 95 RON of higher. Be sure to use products of at least the
standard shown in Section 8.5.
•
Always earth the aircraft through the Earthing Point provided at the fuel filler before
removing the fuel cap.
•
Before first flight of the day, and after each refueling, use a sampler cup and drain a
small quantity of fuel from the fuel tank sump quick drain valve -check for water,
sediment and contamination.
