
FAA APPROVED AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL SUPPLEMENT
GARMIN G1000 INTEGRATED AVIONICS SYSTEM
DIAMOND MODEL DA 40
DIAMOND MODEL DA 40 F
190-00492-11 Rev 8 Diamond DA 40 / DA 40F
4A-11
BEFORE TAKE-OFF
1. Position airplane into wind if possible
2. Parking brake .............................................................................................. set
3. Safety harnesses ..................................................................... on and fastened
4. Rear door ................................................................. check closed and locked
5. Front canopy ....................................................................... closed and locked
CAUTION
When operating the canopy, pilots / operators must ensure that there
are no obstructions between the canopy and the mating frame, for
example seat belts, clothing, etc. When operating the locking handle
do NOT apply undue force.
A slight downward pressure on the canopy may be required to ease the
handle operation.
6. Door warning light (DOOR OPEN) ............. Check no messages illuminated
7. Fuel tank selector .......................................................................... fullest tank
8. Engine instruments .................................................................. in green sector
9. Circuit breakers ............................................................................... pressed in
10. Fuel pressure ................................................. Check no messages illuminated
11. Electric fuel pump ..................................................................................... ON
12. Mixture control lever ................................................... RICH (below 5000 ft)
NOTE
At a density altitude of 5000 ft or above or at high ambient
temperatures, a fully rich mixture can cause rough running of
the engine or a loss of performance. The mixture should be
set for smooth running engine.
13. Flaps ................................................................................................ check T/O
14. Trim ................................................................................................ check T/O
15. Flight controls ................................................... free movement, correct sense
16. Throttle ........................................................................... 2000 RPM (DA 40)
..................................................................................... 1800 RPM (DA 40 F)
17. Magneto check ................................................................. L-BOTH-R-BOTH
Max. RPM drop ..........175 RPM
Max. difference .............50 RPM
CAUTION
The lack of an RPM drop suggests a faulty ground or incorrect
ignition timing. In case of doubt the magneto check can be repeated
with a leaner mixture, in order to confirm a problem. Even when
running on only one magneto the engine should not run unduly
roughly.
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