AEROPRAKT-32 Pilot Operating Handbook
A32-214-POH
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4.4 Engine starting
4. Starter key
– INSERT, set to ON.
5. Fuel level
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6. Fuel valves
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7. Throttle
– IDLE.
8. Doors
– check CLOSED.
9. Choke lever
(cold engine only)
– set FULLY FORWARD.
10. Propeller
– CHECK CLEAR.
11. Starter key
(cold engine only)
– set to START for 5 seconds with ignition OFF.
12. Ignition
– ON.
13. Starter key
– set to START until engine starts (10 seconds maximum).
14. Throttle
– set MINIMUM STABLE REVOLUTIONS (approx. 1600-1700 RPM).
15. Choke lever
– FULLY BACK (gradually, when engine runs smoothly).
16. Engine
– WARM UP at 2000-2500 RPM.
17. Required electric equipment/instruments
– switch ON and ADJUST.
18. Ignition
– TEST at 4000 RPM holding brakes.
19. Oil pressure
– check 2.0-5.0 bar (29-73 psi) at above 3500 RPM.
4.5 Taxiing
1. Throttle
– IDLE.
2. Taxiway
– CHECK CLEAR.
3. Coolant and oil temperature
– CHECK.
4. Parking brake
– OFF.
5. Throttle
– SET REQUIRED TAXI SPEED.
6. Yoke/Stick
– elevator NEUTRAL, ailerons AGAINST crosswind.
7. Brakes
– use as required, set throttle to IDLE when stopping.
8. To stop immediately
– IGNITION OFF and ENGAGE BRAKES.
4.6 Before takeoff
1. Hold position
– LINE UP AND WAIT.
2. Brakes
– ENGAGE.
3. Coolant temperature
– CHECK minimum 140°F (60°C).
4. Oil temperature
– CHECK minimum 120°F (50°C).
5. Fuel level
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6. Fuel valves
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7. Flaps
– EXTEND position 1.
