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PA-28R-201 SOP 47
For night operations (from sunset to sunrise), if a Fin Strobe is not installed,
depress the Nav Lights switch to the ON position.
8. ALTERNATE AIR SELECTOR CLOSE
Verify that the ALTERNATE AIR SELECTOR is in the CLOSE position.
9. MIXTURE CONTROL IDLE CUT-OFF
Verify that the MIXTURE CONTROL is in the IDLE CUT-OFF position.
10. PROPELLER CONTROL FULL FORWARD
Verify that the PROPELLER CONTROL is in the FULL FORWARD
position.
11. THROTTLE OPEN ¼”
Set the THROTTLE OPEN ¼'' from the Close position to allow the fuel/air
mixture to reach the cylinders for engine start.
NOTE
If the engine starts with throttle open more than ¼”, a surge to a
higher RPM prior will be experienced without prior oil being
circulated potentially resulting in internal engine damage.
12. GEAR SELECTOR VERIFY DOWN
VERIFY that the GEAR SELECTOR is in the DOWN position.
13. PARKING BRAKE SET
SET the PARKING BRAKE by pulling the Parking Brake Lever aft, and then
pushing the button. Do not depress the brake pedals while trying to
engage the parking brake, as this will prevent the parking brake from
working.
WARNING
The parking brake should not be relied on solely to keep the
aircraft stationary. Apply and maintain brake pressure
continually throughout the engine starting procedures.
14. PANEL LIGHTS OFF (ON)
Except for night operations, ensure that the PANEL LIGHTS rheostat
switches are in the OFF position. For night operations, ensure that the
Rev 06 © Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Revised 07-01-2012