Cessna 310 1975 User manual

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WORLD'S LARGEST PRO-
DUCER OF GENERAL
AVIATION AIRCRAFT
SINCE 1956
MODEL
310
OWNER'S
MANUAL

PERFORMANCE AND SPECIFICATIONS
GROSS WEIGHT:
T&keoff • • • • , •
La.nding . . . . .
SPEED BEST POWER MIXTURE:
Maximum - Sea Level . ,
Maximum Recommended Cruise
75% Power at 7500 ft. .
RANGE, RECOMMENDED LEAN MIXTURE:
Maximum Recommended Cruise
75% Power at 7500 ft.
600 lbs. , No Reserve ,
75'.£ Pow'er at 7500 ft.
978 lbs., No Reserve ,
75% Power at 7500 ft.
1218 lbs. , No Reserve
Maximum Range
10, 000 ft. , 600 lbs. , No Reserve
10,000 ft., 978 lbs., No Reserve
10,000 ft., 1218 lbs., No Reserve
RATE-OF-CLHfB AT SEA LEVEL:
Twin Engine . .
Single Engine .
SERVICE CEILING:
Twin Engine .
TA~5;;i;E~~~~~cE: ·Takeoff Spe~d (s2 ·KIAs, '150 Fiap~)
Ground Run . . . . . . , . .
Total Distance Over 50-foot Obstacle , .
LANDING PERFORMANCE: Approach Speed (93 KIAS, 5400 lbs)
Ground Roll , . . . , • . . .
Total Distance Over 50-foot Obstacle
EMPTY WEIGHT: (Approximate}
310
310 II . ,
BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE:
WING LOADING:
POWER LOADING:
FUEL CAPACITY: TOTAL
Sta:~~~dA~xiiia~y Tanks (40°gai. ~sable)
With Auxiliary Tanks (63 gal. usable) . . . . , . .
With Auxiliary Tanks (63 gal. usable) and Wing Locker Tanks
OIL CAPACITY: TOTAL
ENGINES:
Continental 6-Cylinder
Fuel Inject ion Engines
285 Rated HP at 2700 RPM
PROPELLERS :
Constant Speed, Full Feathering
Three Blade 76. 5" Diameter ,
5500 lbs.
5400 lbs,
207 Knots
194 Knots
616 Naut. Mi.
3.19 hrs.
193 Knots
1006 Naut. Mi.
5.21 hrs.
193 Knots
1253 Na.ut. Mi.
6.49 hrs.
193 Knots
772 Naut. Mi.
4.98 hrs.
155 Knots
1258 Naut. Mi.
8.12 hrs.
155 Knots
1567 Naut. Mi,
10.11 hrs.
155 Knots
1662 fpm.
370 fpm.
19,750 ft.
7400 ft.
1335 ft.
1700 ft.
640 ft.
1790 ft.
3251 lbs.
3417 lbs.
950 lbs.
30.73 lbs./sq. ft.
9.65 lbs. /hp.
102 gals.
143 gals.
166 gals.
207 gals.
6.5 gals.
I0-520-M
3AF32C87 /82NC-5. 5
•Single engine service ceiling increases 300 feet for each 30 minutes of flight.
THIS OWNER'S MANUAL COVERS THE OPERATION OF THE 310 AND 31011 AIRCRAFT SERIAL
NUMBER 310R0001 THRU 310R0500
01518-13 COPYRIGHT ©
1985
Cessna Aircraft Company
Wichita, Kansas USA

CONGRATULATIONS ............... ..
Welcome to the ranks of Cessna owners! Your Cessna has been designed and con-
structed to give you the most in performance , economy, and comfort . 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 pleas-
ure and.utility from your aircraft. It contains information about your Cessna's equip-
ment, 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.
Worldwide the Cessna Dealer Organization backed by the Cessna Service Department
stands ready to serve you. The following services are offered by most Cessna Dealers:
THE CESSNA WARRANTY -- it is designed to provide you with the most comprehen-
sive coverage possible:
a. No exclusions
b. Coverage includes parts and labor
c. Available at Cessna Dealers worldwide
d. Best in the industry
Specific benefits and provisions of warranty plus other important benefits for you
are contained in your Customer Care Program book supplied with your aircraft.
Warranty service is available to you at any authorized Cessna Dealer throughout
the world upon presentation of your Customer Care Card which establishes your
eligibility under the warranty.
FACTORY TRAINED PERSONNEL 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 PARTS on hand when you need them.
THE LATEST AUTHORITATIVE INFORMATION FOR SERVICING CESSNA AIRCRAFT,
since Cessna Dealers have all of the Service Manuals and Parts Catalogs, kept cur-
rent 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 aircraft. 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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*Maximum height of aircraft with
nose gear depressed is 10'-11 3/4"
31' 11'' ---------..i
17'0" ----.!
PRINCIPAL
DIMENSIONS
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36'11"----------i
DIAMETER 76.5"

TABLE OF CONTENTS.
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SECTION I -OPERATING CHECKLIST··················
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SECTION II
-DESCRIPTION AND
OPERATING DETAILS ....................... 2-1
SECTION Ill - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ..........
3-1
SECTION IV -OPERATING LIMITATIONS .......... 4-1
SECTION V - CARE OF THE AIRCRAFT ............. 5-1
OWNER FOLLOW-UP SYSTEM ................. 5-8
SECTION VI -OPERATIONAL DATA ...................... 6-1
SECTION VII -OPTIONAL SYSTEMS*..................... 7-1
ALPHABETICAL INDEX ............................................ Index - 1
*This manual describes the operation and performance of both the
Cessna 310 and 310 lI aircraft. Equipment described as "Optional" de-
notes that the subject equipment is optional on the 310 aircraft. Much of
this equipment is standard on the 310 II.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
1. FLIGHT INSTRUMENT GROUP
2. AVIONICS CONTROL PANEL (OPTIONAL)
3. ECONOMY MIXTURE INDICATOR
(OPTIONAL)
4. ENGINE INSTRUMENT GROUP
5. FUEL QUANTITY SELECTOR SWITCH
(OPTIONAL)
6. OXYGEN CYLINDER PRESSURE GAGE
(OPTIONAL)
7. HEATER AND CABIN AIR CONTROL
PANEL
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8. FLAP POSITION SWITCH
9. ALTERNATE AIR CONTROLS
10. AUTOPILOT CONTROL HEAD (OPTIONAL)
11. RUDDER TRIM CONTROL
12. COWL FLAP CONTROLS
13. AILERON TRIM CONTROL
14. ELEVATOR TRIM CONTROL
15. LANDING GEAR POSITION SWITCH
16. LEFT-HAND SWITCH PANEL
17. OXYGEN CONTROL KNOB (OPTIONAL)

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OPERATING CHECKLIST
One of the first steps in obtaining the utmost perfor-
mance, service, and flying enjoyment from your Cessna is to
familiarize yourself with your aircraft's equipment, systems,
and controls. This can best be done by reviewing this equip-
ment while sitting in the aircraft. Those items whose func-
tion and operation are not obvious are covered in Section II.
Section I lists, in Pilot's Checklist form, the steps
necessary to operate your aircraft efficiently and safely.
It covers briefly all the points that you should know con-
cerning the information you need for a typical flight.
The flight and operational characteristics of your
aircraft are normal in all respects. All controls respond in
the normal way within the entire range of operation.
MAKE A PREFLIGHT INSPECTION IN ACCORDANCE WITH FIGURE 1-1.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINES
(1) Preflight Inspection - COMPLETE.
(2) Control Lock(s) - REMOVE.
(3) Seats, Seat Belts and Shoulder Harness - ADJUST and
SECURE.
(4) Brakes - TEST and SET.
(5) Landing Gear Switch - DOWN.
(6) Emergency Alternator Field Switch -OFF.
(7) Emergency Avionics Power Switch - OFF.
(8) Avionics Master Switch - OFF.
(9) Circuit Breakers -IN.
(10) All Switches -OFF.
(11) Battery and Alternators - ON.
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PREFLIGHT
INSPECTION
NOTE
e Visually check inspection plates and
general aircraft condition during walk-
around inspection. If night flight is
planned, check operation of all lights
and make sure a flashlight is avail-
able.
e Refer to inside back cover of this
manual for quantities, materials, and
specifications of frequently used
service items.
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Control Lock(s) - REMOVE and STOW.
Parking Brake -SET.
Alternate Static Source - CLOSED.
All Switches -OFF.
All Circuit Breakers -IN.
Landing Gear Switch - DOWN.
Left Fuel Selector - LEFT MAIN (feel for detent).
Right Fuel Selector - RIGHT MAIN (feel for detent).
Trim Tab Controls (3) - NEUTRAL.
Oxygen - CHECK quantity, masks, and hoses - OFF.
Battery Switch - ON.
Fuel Gages - CHECK quantity and operation.
Wing Fla11s - EXTEND.
Baggage Door - SECURE.
Static Port(s) - CLEAR.
Deice Boots - CHECK condition and security, if installed.
Control Surface Locks - REMOVE, elevator and rudder.
Elevators and Tab -Check condition, freedom of movement, and tab position.
Tie Down - REMOVE.
Rudder Tab - CHECK condition, freedom of movement, and tab position.
Static Port(s) - CLEAR.
Wing Locker Baggage Door -SECURE.
Battery Compartment Cover - SECURE.
Wing Flap - CHECK security and attachment.
Bottom outboard wing - CHECK for fuel stains.
Control Surface Lock - REMOVE.
Aileron and T~.b - CHECK condition, freedom of movement, and tab position.
Tip Tank Transfer Pump -LISTEN for operation.
Fuel Sump (Main Tank) -DRAIN.
Fuel Vent and Sniffle Valve - CLEAR.
Fuel Quantity (Main Tank) - CHECK, cap secure.
Deice Boot - CHECK condition and security, if installed.
Stall Warning Vane - CHECK freedom of movement and audible warning.
Wing Tie Down - REMOVE.
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Fuel Quantity (Au><iliary Tank) - CH.ECK, cap secure.
Fuel Vent (Wing Locker Tank) - CLEAR, if installed.
Fuel Sump (Auxiliary Tank and Wing Locker Transfer Line, if installed) -
DRAIN.
Fuel Strainer -DRAIN.
Fuel Quantity (Wing Locker Tank) -CHECK, cap secure, if installed.
Oil Level - CHECK, minimum 9 quarts.
Engine Compartment General Condition - CHECK for fuel, oil and exhaust
leaks or stains.
Propeller and Spinner - EXAMINE for nicks, security and oil leaks.
Leading Edge Air Intake - CLEAR.
Main Gear Strut, Doors and Tire - CHECK.
Fuel Sump (Wing Locker Tank) -DRAIN, if installed.
Nose Baggage Door -SECURE.
Nose Gear, Strut, Doors and Tire - CHECK.
Lower fuselage, nose and center section - CHECK for fuel stains.
Pitot Cover(s) - REMOVE, if installed.
Pitot Tube(s) - CLEAR.
Tie Down - REMOVE .
Heater Inlet -CLEAR.
Leading Edge Air Intake - CLEAR.
Cross feed Lines - DRAIN.
Fuel Sump (Wing Locker Tank) -DRAIN, if installed,
Maio Gea.r, Strut
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Fuel Quantity (Wing Locker Tank) - CHECK, cap secure, if installed.
Oil Level - CHECK, minimum 9 quarts.
Engine Compartment General Condition - CHECK for fuel, oil and exhaust
leaks or stains.
Propeller and Spinner - EXAMINE for nicks, secu:ri ty and oil leaks.
Fuel Vent (Wing Locker Tank) - CLEAR, if installed.
Fuel Swnp (Auxiliary Tank and Wing Locker Transfer Line, if installed) -
DRAIN.
Fuel Strainer -DRAIN.
Fuel Quantity (Auxiliary Tank) - CHECKJ cap secure.
Wing Tie Down - REMOVE.
Deice Boot - CHECK condition and security, if installed.
Fuel Quantity (Main Tank) - CHECK, cap secure.
Fuel Vent and Sniffle Valve - CLEAR.
Fuel Sump (Main Tank) -DRAIN.
Tip Tank Transfer Pump -LISTEN for operation.
Control Surface Lock - REMOVE.
Aileron - CHECK condition and freedom of movement.
Bottom outboard wing - CHECK for fuel stains.
Wing Flap - CHECK security and attachment.
Wing Locker Baggage Door -SECURE.
Battery Switch -OFF.
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NOTE
When using an external power source, do not
turn on battery or alternator switches
until external power is disconnected, to
avoid damage to the alternators and a weak
battery draining off part of the current
being supplied by the external source.
(12) Lighting Rheostats - AS REQUIRED.
(13) Altimeter and Clock -SET.
(14) Heater Overheat, Low Volt and T &B - PRESS-TO-
TEST.
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(17)
(18)
(19)
(20)
(21)
(22)
(23)
(24)
Landing Gear Position Indicator Lights - CHECK
(press-to-test as required).
Cabin Air Controls - AS REQUIRED.
Fuel Quantity - CHECK.
Throttles - OPEN ONE INCH.
Propellers - FULL FORWARD.
Mixtures - FULL RICH.
Cowl
Flaps - OPEN.
Fuel Selectors - Left Engine - LEFT MAIN (feel for
detent).
Right Engine - RIGHT MAIN (feel
for detent).
Alternate Air Controls -IN.
Anti-Collision Lights - ON.
STARTING ENGINES (Left Engine First}
NORMAL ST ART (NO EXTERNAL POWER)
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(1) Propeller - CLEAR
(2) Magneto Switches - ON.
(3) Engine - START.
(a) Starter Button -PRESS.
(b) Primer Switch - Left Engine - LEFT.
Right Engine - RIGHT.