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48.40 Fuel tanks systems

48.40.2 Describe the function, and where appropriate, explain the operating principle of:

(a) expansion spaces

(b) fuel quantity detectors

(c) fuel flow meters and totalisers

(d) selector valves

(e) non-return valves

(f) vent systems

(g) firewall shutoff valve

(h) manual de-fuelling valve

(i) single point pressure refueling.

48.40.4 Describe the function of fuel cross feed systems.