The Mixture Control

Chapter 4.10

The Mixture Control

The mixture control sets the amount of fuel added to the intake airflow.

Form and Function of the Mixture Control

The Mixture is controlled by means of a red lever or a pull handle.

Mixture Setting Position

Fuel Adjustment Procedures with Engines without Automatic Mixture Adjustment

Fuel Adjustment Procedures with Engines without Automatic Mixture Adjustment

Fuel Adjustment Procedures with Engines without Automatic Mixture Adjustment

Climb


For light aircraft in the climb, a rich mixture contributes to engine cooling.

Descent

Mixture lever must be set to RICH or an intermediate position before starting descent.

ENGINE SHUT DOWN with the MIXTURE CONTROL

To stop the engine, the MIXTURE CONTROL is pulled back to the LEAN position (according to CHECKLIST and AFM).

Operation of the Mixture Control

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