Cessna 172 1964 User manual

CESSNA 1964
MODEL
0122
ANO
SKYHAWK
OWNER'S
.,, L MANUAL

PERFORMANCE and SPECIFICATIONS
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GROSS WEIGHT . • . • • • . .
SPEED:
Top Speed at Sea Level . • . .
Cruise, 75% Power at 7000 ft
RANGE:
Cruise, 75% Power at 7000 ft
39 Gal. No Reserve
Optimwn Range at 10, 000 ft .
39 Gal. No Reserve
RATE-OF-CLIMB AT SEA LEVEL.
SERVICE CEILING .
TAKE-OFF:
Ground Run •.•
Total Distance Over 50 Foot Obstacle
LANDING:
Landing Roll . • . • . • . . . . .
Total Distance Over 50 Foot Obstacle
EMPTY WEIGHT (Approximate) •
BAGGAGE ..•.•.•...•
WING LOADING: Pounds/Sq Foot
POWER LOADING: Pounds/HP
FUEL CAPACITY: Total •
OIL CAPACITY: Total • .
PROPELLER DIAMETER •
PROPELLER TYPE . •
POWER:
Continental Engine No.
Horse Power . . . •
172
2300 lbs
138 mph
130 mph
595 miles
4. 6 hours
130 mph
720 miles
7.1 hours
102 mph
645 fpm
13, 100 ft
865 ft
1525 ft
520 ft
• 1250 ft
1260 lbs
120 lbs
13.2
15.9
42 gal.
8 qts
76 in.
Fixed
Pitch
*
O-300-C
145
SKYHAWK
2300 lbs
139 mph
131 mph
600 miles
4. 6 hours
131 mph
720 miles
7. 1 hours
102 mph
645 fpm
13, 100 ft
865 ft
1525 ft
520 ft
1250 ft
1330 lbs
120 lbs
13.2
15.9
42 gal.
8 qts
76 in.
Fixed
Pitch
O-300-D
145
*The Model Fl 72, which is manufactured by Reims Aviation S. A. , Reims lMarne) France, is
identical to the 172 except that it is powered by an 0-300-D engine, manufactured under license
by Rolls Royce, Crewe, England. All 172 information in this manual pertains to the Fl72 as
well.
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CONGRATULATIONS ........ .
Welcome to the ranks of Cessna owners! Your Cessna has been designed
and constructed to give you the most in performance, economy, and corn -
fort. It is our desire that you will find flying it, either for business or
pleasure, a pleasant and profitable experience.
This Owner's Manual has been prepared as a guide to help you get the
most pleasure and utility from your 172. It contains information about
your Cessna's equipment, operating procedures , and performance; and
suggestions for its servicing and care. We urge you to read it from
cover to cover, and to refer to it frequently.
Our interest in your flying pleasure has not ceased with your purchase of
a Cessna. World-wide, the Cessna Dealer Organization backed by the
Cessna Service Department stands ready to serve you. The following
services are offered by most Cessna Dealers:
FACTORY TRAINED MECHANICS to provide you with courteous
expert service.
FACTORY APPROVED SERVICE EQUIPMENT to provide you
with the most efficient and accurate workmanship possible.
A STOCK OF GENUINE CESSNA SERVICE PAR'I:'S on hand
when you need them.
THE LATEST AUTHORITATIVE INFORMATION FOR SERV-
ICING CESSNA AIRPLANES, since Cessna Dealers have all
of the Service Manuals and Parts Catalogs, kept current by
Service Letters and Service News Letters published by Cessna
Aircraft Company.
We urge all Cessna owners to use the Cessna Dealer Organization to the
fullest.
A current Cessna Dealer Directory accompanies your new airplane. The
Directory is revised frequently, and a current copy can be obtained from
your Cessna Dealer. Make your Directory one of your cross-country
flight planning aids; a warm welcome awaits you at every Cessna Dealer.

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PRINCIPAL
DIMENSIONS
* Maximum height of airplane with
nose gear depressed and an opt-
ional rotating beacon installed.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SECTION I - OPERATING CHECK LIST .............. 1-1
SECTION II - DESCRIPTION AND
OPERATING DETAILS ...................... 2-1
SECTION Ill - OPERATING LIMITATIONS ............. 3-1
SECTION IV- CARE OF THE AIRPLANE ............ 4-1
OWNER FOLLOW-UP SYSTEM ........................... 4- s
SECTION V - OPERATIONAL DATA ...................... 5-1
SECTION VI - OPTIONAL SYSTEMS ...................... 6-1
ALPHABETICAL INDEX ........................................ lndex-1
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Tu 1· n on mast er sw itch and che ck fu el quan-
tity indicators, then turn master switch
"' OFF. '"
Check ignition switches " OFF."
Check fuel selector valve handle "BOTH ON."
On first flight of day and after each fueling,
pull out strainer drain knob for about 4 sec -
onds, to c le a r fuel strainer of possible water
and sediment.
Remove control wheel lock.
Che ck baggage door for se c urity (le ft side
on ly).
Remove gust locks if in stalled.
Dis conn ect tail tie-down .
Remove gust lock, if installed.
Check main wheel tire for proper infl ation.
Ins pect airspeed static so ur ce hole on side of
fuselage for stoppage (left side only).
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Note
Check genera l aircraft condition
during walk- ar ound inspection. If
night flight is p lanned, check oper-
ation of all lights, and make sure a
flashlight is available.
DiSconnect wing tie-down .
Check oil l eve l. Do not
operate with l ess -
than six quarts. Fill for extended flight.
Ch ec k prop ell er and spinner for nicks and
securi ty .
Check nose wheel strut for proper inflation.
Che ck nose whee l ti re for proper inflation.
Disconnect tie -down rope,,.
Make visual c heckto insure that fuel strainer
drain valve is clos ed after draining operation.
Check carbur e tor air filt e r for restrictions
by du st or oth er foreign matter.
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R emove pitot tube cover if installed.
Inspect pil ot tube opening for stop page.
Che ck fuel tank vent opening for stoppag e.
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operating check list
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One of the first steps in obtaining the utmost performance, service,
and flying enjoyment from your Cessna is to familiarize yourself with
your airplane's equipment, systems, and controls. This can best be done
by reviewing this equipment while sitting in the airplane. Those items
whose function and operation are not obvious are covered in Section II.
Section I lists, in Pilot's Check List form, the steps necessary to
operate your airplane efficiently and safely. It is not a check list in its
true form as it is considerably longer, but it does cover briefly all of the
points that you would want to or should know concerning the information
you need for a typical flight.
The flight and operational characteristics of your airplane are normal
in all respects. There are no "unconventional" characteristics or opera-
tions that need to be mastered. All controls respond in the normal way
within the entire range of operation. All airspeeds mentioned in Sections
I and II are indicated airspeeds. Corresponding calibrated airspeed may
be obtained from the Airspeed Correction Table in Section V.
BEFORE ENTERING THE AIRPLANE.
(1) Make an exterior inspection in accordance with figure 1-1.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE.
(1) Seats and Seat Belts -- Adjust and lock.
(2) Brakes -- Test and set.
(3) Master Switch -- "ON."
(4) Fuel Selector -- "BOTH ON."
1-1

STARTING THE ENGINE.
(1) Carburetor Heat -- Cold.
(2) Mixture -- Rich.
(3) Primer -- As required.
(4) Ignition Switch -- "BOTH."
(5) Throttle -- Open 1/8".
(6) Propeller Area -- Clear.
(7) Starter -- Engage.
BEFORE TAKE-OFF.
(1) Throttle Setting -- 1600 RPM.
(2) Engine Instruments -- Within green arc and generator light out.
(3) Magnetos -- Check (75 RPM maximum differential between mag-
netos).
(4) Carburetor Heat -- Check.
(5) Flight Controls -- Check.
(6) Trim Tab -- "TAKE-OFF."
(7) Cabin Doors -- Closed and locked.
(8) Flight Instruments and Radios -- Set.
TAKE-OFF.
NORMAL TAKE-OFF.
(1) Wing Flaps -- 0°
(2) Carburetor Heat -- Cold.
(3) Power -- Full throttle (applied smoothly).
(4) Elevator Control -- Lift nosewheel at 60 MPH.
(5) Climb Speed -- 85 MPH.
MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE TAKE-OFF.
(1) Wing Flaps -- 0°
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(2) Carburetor Heat -- Cold.
(3) Brakes -- Apply.
(4) Power -- Full throttle.
(5) Brakes -- Release.
(6) Elevator Control -- Slightly tail low ..

(7) Climb Speed -- 65 MPH (with obstacles ahead).
CLIMB.
NORMAL CLIMB.
(1) Airspeed -- 80 to 90 MPH.
(2) Power -- Full throttle.
(3) Mixture -- Full rich (unless engine is rough).
MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE CLIMB.
(1) Airspeed -- 80 MPH at sea level to 77 MPH at 10,000 feet.
(2) Power -- Full throttle.
(3) Mixture -- Full rich (unless engine is rough.
CRUISING.
(1) Power -- 2200 to 2700 RPM.
(2) Trim Tab -- Adjust.
(3) Mixture -- Lean.
LET-DOWN.
(1) Mixture -- Rich.
(2) Power -- As desired.
(3) Carburetor Heat -- As required to prevent carburetor icing.
BEFORE LANDING.
(1) Fuel Selector -- "BOTH ON."
(2) Mixture -- Rich.
(3) Airspeed -- 70 -80 MPH (flaps up).
(4) Carburetor Heat -- Apply before closing throttle.
(5) Flaps -- As desired (below 100 MPH).
(6) Airspeed -- 65 to 75 MPH (flaps down).
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NORMAL LANDING.
(1) Touchdown -- Main wheels first.
(2) Landing Roll -- Lower nosewheel gently.
(3) Braking -- Minimum required.
AFTER LANDING.
(1) Flaps -- Up.
(2) Carburetor _ Heat -- Cold.
SECURE Al RC RAFT.
1-4
(1) Mixture -- Full lean.
(2) All Switches - - "OFF."
(3) Brakes -- Set.
(4) Control Lock -'- Installed.