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CESSNA 560XLS SYSTEMS TRAINING
FUEL SYSTEM
Before we get too serious:
Lesson Objectives
 Be able to describe the location and basic functions of fuel system components and
controls
 Interpret fuel system indications
 Describe the operation of the fuel during normal and abnormal/emergency conditions
 State the limitations associated with the fuel system
System description
General
The Citation XLS uses a wet wing divided into two separate tanks by a “fuel rib” at the center
point of the wing (BL 0.00). During normal operation, each wing supplies it’s onside engine. Each
half of the system holds 503 USG of useable fuel for a total of 1006 USG useable fuel. (approx.
6790 lbs).
The fuel system operates primarily on a motive flow circuit through a series of ejector pumps
pressurized by the engine-driven pump. A 28VDC boost pump is provided for certain systems
operations and as a backup in the event of a failure of the motive flow primary ejector.
Crossfeed capability is available, when selected enables both engines to feed from a single
source. The tanks are replenished by a single-point refueling connection on the right side of the
fuselage just forward of the wing.
System operation is fully automatic throughout the normal flight profile. Fuel system control and
monitoring from the flight deck is available by means of boost pump switches, a crossfeed
switch, fuel quantity and flow indications, and various annunciator lights which when
illuminated notify crew of abnormal system conditions. A fuel low level warning system operates
independently of all other systems.
Fuel storage
Flapper valve
Wing fuel tanks
Fuel for each tank is contained between the fwd and aft spars, and from the center fuel rib of
the wing (BL 0.00) to the wingtip (WS 284.52), with necessary deviations around the wheel well
area. Fuel flows freely inward through the lightening holes in the ribs, but is restricted from
flowing outward by flapper valves located in 3 different wing ribs.
The engine feed hopper is located forward of the aft spar and extends approximately 11.5
inches either side of the center wing fuel rib. Except for vents at the top, it is sealed in order to
maintain a full hopper under low fuel conditions. The hopper is equipped with flapper valves
that allow for fuel to gravity feed in to the hopper. Components that supply fuel to the engines
are located inside the hopper.
Typical non-icing fuel vent
A vent and surge tank system ensure ambient pressure within the tank, and provide for
overflow capability. A float valve restricts flow through the vent during in flight maneuvering.
Design features of the vent prevent it from being blocked by in-flight icing accumulation.
Relief valves
Each wing tank incorporates a relief valve which prevents excessive positive or negative tank
pressures during single point refueling, or other conditions if the normal vent system becomes
blocked. The valve reseats itself automatically once the system pressure has returned to
normal pressure levels.
Wing drain system
Drain valves
Five (5) drain valves are located underneath wing. These are a “push to drain, turn to lock”
type. Four (4) of the drains are located near the wing centerline (fore-to-aft), and one drain is
located outboard of the wheel well.
Typical underwing fuel drain

Fuel scavenge
Fuel scavenge system

Fuel for the engine feed hopper is supplied by a motive flow “powered” fuel scavenge
system. The system is normally pressurized by it’s associated engine-driven pump, but in the
event of a primary ejector pump failure, may be pressurized by the DC electric boost pump.
The system uses three (3) ejector pumps to pick up fuel at distinct points in the inner portion
of each wing tank and deliver it to the hopper area. This is designed to keep the hopper
full during operations at lower fuel levels when gravity feed alone may not be sufficient.
The ejector pump inlets are equipped with wire mesh screens to prevent unwanted particles
from reaching the hopper and fuel system components.
Flight deck controls & indications
Flight deck controls and indications provided for the crew include:
 FUEL BOOST switches
 Fuel CROSSFEED selector
 Fuel quantity indication/signal conditioner
 Fuel flow indication
 Fuel temperature indication
Fuel electric boost pump controls
Boost pump operation
Fuel boost pump operation

28VDC electric motor pumps are controlled by a 3-position switch:
 “on” (up)…………run continuously
 “off” (center)……de-energized
 “normal” (down). see below
The pumps are used during:
 Engine starting
 Fuel crossfeed procedures
 APU-only operations
 In the event of failure of the primary ejector
In the “normal” position, the pumps are controlled automatically by a pressure switch
in the engine nacelle area. The pumps will activate between 5.3-5.8 PSIG decreasing pressure,
(the amber “LO FUEL PRESS” annunciator illuminates), pumps will deactivate around 7.5 PSIG
increasing pressure. (Annunciator extinguishes)
Flight deck fuel crossfeed control
Crossfeed operations
Crossfeed operations
Crossfeeding operations are controlled by a 3-position rotary switch provided
on the Captain’s lower instrument panel.
 “OFF”…….center position
 “L TANK”…left position
 “R TANK”...right position
Selecting either “L TANK” or “R TANK allows both engines to feed from the
single selected tank and:
 Turns on the boost pump in the selected tank (supplying side)
NOTE
 Opens the crossfeed valve When selecting crossfeed it is IMPORTANT to allow
 Illuminates the amber “”XFEED” annunciator sufficient time for the cycle of events to be
completed. Failure to do so may result in LOSS OF
 After 3 seconds, closes the motive flow shut-off for the engine receiving
crossfeed (opposite side) CONTROL OF THE CROSSFEED SYSTEM It may be
necessary to place the aircraft in an EMERGENCY
Returning the selector to “OFF” reverses the sequence. A green “IN TRANSIT” electrical configuration to reset the system!!!
caption above the selector will illuminate when the valve is in motion.
(Subliminal message)
Flight deck flow & quantity indications
Fuel system flight deck indications
Flight deck indications

A combined quantity/fuel flow indicator is provided on the flight deck fwd
instrument panel. A capacitance type system consisting of seven (7) capacitance
probes and one temperature compensator probe supply information to the vertical
scale indicator. This indicator displays the fuel in weight. An amber “FUEL GAUGE”
annunciator illuminates when there is a possible malfunction in the fuel quantity
system.
A fuel low level system that operates independently of the normal fuel indication
system, is provided to advise the crew of a low fuel level situation. It is provided
level signal by a float switch located in the fuel hopper area. When a minimum fuel
quantity of 360 pounds is sensed in the fuel hopper, the associated “LO FUEL LEVEL”
amber annunciator will illuminate.
An amber “FUEL FILTR BP” annunciator will illuminate if a differential pressure of 6 to
8 PSI is sensed between the filter entrance and exit.The bypass will open at a
differential pressure of 9 to 12 PSI.
Electrically operated firewall shut-off valves can be closed by depressing the LH or
RH “ENGINE FIRE” button. A shut valve will be indicated by an amber “F/W
SHUTOFF” annunciator illuminating.
Flight deck fuel temperature monitor
Fuel temperature monitoring
A fuel temperature monitoring system is installed in the aircraft. The display is on the
Captains side of the instrument panel and reads in digital Celsius format. A red toggle
switch is available to select either left or right fuel system temperature.
Consult the limitations for any fuel temperature operating limits
Detailed fuel system schematic (left side)
Limitations
In summary
• Fuel system is fully automatic in the normal mode

• A total of 1006 USG useable fuel is available
• There are two fuel storage bays, one on either side of the wing center fuel rib
• Each fuel storage bay supplies it’s onside engine during normal operations
• A crossfeed system allows for an engine to be supplied by the opposite fuel bay
• A specific engine feed hopper is located in each fuel bay, and is maintained full by 3 ejector pumps
• Various vents and valves maintain an acceptable pressure level inside the fuel cells
• External drains in specific locations allow for the testing of fuel for contaminant
• The primary means of fuel delivery to the engine is a motive flow circuit pressurized by the engine driven pump
• An electric boost pump which may be controlled from the flight deck is available for specific operations
• Quantity, flow, temperature and various indications and controls are available on the flight deck
THANKS FOR YOUR TIME!!!!

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CESSNA 560XLS SYSTEMS TRAINING

Typical underwing fuel drain

Fuel scavenge system

Fuel boost pump operation

Flight deck indications

• Fuel system is fully automatic in the normal mode

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