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PA-28R-201 SOP 15
PRIMING/STARTING PROCEDURES
Cold Start – Oil Temperature below 180°F.
1. ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP ................................ ON/CHECK PRESSURE
2. MIXTURE CONTROL ............................... FULL FORWARD (Full Rich)/
(Fuel Flow Indication) IDLE CUT-OFF
3. PRIME ................................................................................ COMPLETE
Continue with ENGINE START FLOW
Hot Start - Oil Temperature at or greater than 180°F.
1. ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP ................................ ON/CHECK PRESSURE
2. MIXTURE CONTROL .................................................... IDLE CUT-OFF
3. THROTTLE ............................................................................ OPEN ½”
4. PRIME ................................................................................ COMPLETE
Continue with ENGINE START FLOW
If a flooded engine is suspected:
1. ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP ................................................................ OFF
2. MIXTURE CONTROL .................................................... IDLE CUT-OFF
3. THROTTLE ................................................................ FULL FORWARD
4. STARTER .............................................................................. ENGAGE
After engine starts:
5. MIXTURE CONTROL ................................FULL FORWARD (Full Rich)
6. THROTTLE ........................................................................... 1000 RPM
Continue with ENGINE START FLOW
NOTE
If the engine fails to start, wait several minutes for the fuel to
drain from the cylinders before attempting a subsequent
restart. Waiting time will depend on ambient air temperatures,
engine temperatures, and battery voltage. If a subsequent start
attempt is unsuccessful, contact the Fleet Maintenance
Department.
Rev 06 © Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Revised 07-01-2012