O-200-D & X Series Engine Installation and Operation Manual
4-7
3 January 2017
Engine Operation
7. Prime (if equipped) .......................................... Operate 3-5 strokes
CAUTION: Release starter switch as soon as engine fires. Never
engage the starter while the propeller is still turning. Do not engage
the starter for longer than 10 seconds. Allow 20 seconds for the
starter to cool after each engagement. If engine start is unsuccessful
after six attempts, release the starter switch and allow the starter
motor to cool for 30 minutes before another starting attempt is made.
8. Ignition Switch................................................. START, then RELEASE
NOTE: Check oil pressure frequently. Oil pressure indication must be
noted within 30 seconds in normal weather. If no pressure is observed,
stop the engine and investigate the cause.
9. Oil Pressure...................................................... Check
RESULT: Engine starts and runs smoothly at idle; indicated oil pressure is greater
than 10 psi. If the engine fails to start, refer to the troubleshooting instructions in
Chapter 8 of the Maintenance and Overhaul Manual (M-2).
4-3.2.1. Cold Start
Refer to the “Cold Start” instructions in Section 7-3.2.1 of M-0, Standard Practice
Maintenance Manual.
4-3.2.2. Flooded Engine
1. Mixture............................................................. IDLE CUT-OFF
2. Throttle............................................................. FULL OPEN
CAUTION: Release starter switch as soon as engine fires. Never
engage the starter while the propeller is still turning. Do not engage
the starter for longer than 10 seconds. Allow 20 seconds for the
starter to cool after each engagement. If engine start is unsuccessful
after six attempts, release the starter switch and allow the starter
motor to cool for 30 minutes before another starting attempt is made.
3. Ignition Switch................................................. START (momentarily)
Engage the starter for short durations multiple times to clear the combustion
chamber of excess fuel.
4. Repeat normal start procedure without additional priming.
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