Cosmik Aviation EV-97 teamEUROSTAR UK, Pilot Operating Handbook

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16. Cockpit
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Ignition - switched off
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Master switch - switched off
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Instruments - check condition
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Fuel gauge - check fuel quantity (switch Master ON, then OFF again).
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Controls - visual check
- check correct function
- check play
- check flaps’ extension
- check full and free movement up to stops.
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Loose items - properly stowed and secured.
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Canopy - condition of attachment, cleanliness.
4.4 Normal procedures
4.4.1 Before entering cockpit
1. Aeroplane surface - check covers removed.
2. Cockpit - check items inside the cockpit stowed correctly.
3. Ignition - off.
4. Master switch - off.
4.4.2 After entering cockpit
1. Rudder pedals - free movement check.
2. Brakes - check function.
3. Control stick - check full and free movement.
4. Trim - check lever movement.
5. Flaps - check function.
6. Engine controls - throttle check friction set
7. Fuel cock - check turned on *
*It is recommended that the fuel cock be left on at all times.
8. Fuel gauge - fuel quantity check
9. Master switch - off
10. Circuit breakers - off
11. Ignition - off
12. Instruments, radio - condition check
13. Safety harness - check of integrity
14. Cockpit - condition and canopy lock function
4.4.3 Engine starting
1. Fuel cock - check open.
2. Throttle - set for idle.
3. Check start up area - free of obstructions and people.
4. Master switch - on
5. Alternator switch - on.
6. Start - push start button for 5 secs with ignition off to pressurise oil
system.
7. Ignition - switch on both switches.
8. Choke - pull on if engine is cold.
9. Starter - push the button to start engine.
10. After starting - slowly release choke and set throttle to idle.
11. Oil pressure - within 10 sec. min. pressure.
12. Engine warm-up - according to 4.4.4.
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