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Re: Europa-List: cold starting tips 912S

Subject: Re: Europa-List: cold starting tips 912S
From: Jeff B <topglock@cox.net>
Date: Thu, 31 Dec 2009 14:15:06

Richard,

Turn the prop through several blades, by hand (24 or so with ignition 
off), then start on one mag, adding the second as soon as the engine fires.

Jeff - Baby Blue

Richard Iddon wrote:
> I have never flown much in winter before and am having difficulty 
> getting my 912S to start in the freezing weather.  It also makes a funny 
> noise sometimes whilst I am trying to start it, like a ratchet.
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> Any tips to aid starting or ideas what the noise might be appreciated.
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> Happy New Year to all.
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> Richard Iddon. G-RIXS
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