TM 55-1510-220-MTF
PROCEDURE
TROUBLESHOOTING
REFERENCE
FIRST ENGINE START (BATTERY START)
NOTE
The engines must not be started until after the INS is placed into the NAV mode or OFF as required.
1.
Avionics master switch - OFF.
2.
Exterior light switches - As required.
3.
Strobe beacon lights switch - Off.
4.
Propeller- Clear.
5.
Ignition and engine start switch - ON. Propeller should begin to rotate and associated
A1-7
IGN ON light should illuminate. Associated FUEL PRESS light should extinguish.
CAUTION
If ignition does not occur within 10 seconds after moving
condition lever to LOW IDLE, initiate ENGINE CLEARING
procedure. If for any reason a starting attempt is discontinued,
the entire starting sequence must be repeated after allowing
the engine to come to a complete stop (5 minute minimum).
6.
Condition lever (after N1 RPM stabilizes, 12% minimum) - LOW IDLE.
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