TM 55-1510-219-MTF
PROCEDURE
TROUBLESHOOTING
REFERENCE
BEFORE STARTING ENGINES (CONT)
11. Pedestal controls - Set as follows:
CAUTION
Movement of the power levers into REVERSE range while the
engines are shut down may result in bending and damage to
control linkage.
a. Power levers - IDLE.
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b. Propeller levers - HIGH RPM.
c. Condition levers - FUEL CUT-OFF.
d. Flap lever - UP.
e. Friction locks - Check and set.
12. Pedestal extension switches - Set as follows:
a. Flare/chaff dispenser control -SAFE.
b. Avionics - As required.
c. Rudder boost switch - ON.
13. Gear alternate extension and ratchet
handles - Stowed.
*14. Free air temperature gauge - Check
condition. Note current reading.
15. Pilots' instrument panel - Check and set.
a. Course indicator switch - As required.
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