Section 905
External Power
Page Date: 20. April 2002
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Pilot´s Operating Handbook
EXTRA 300L
905
EXTERNAL POWER
905.1
GENERAL
The EXTRA 300/L can be equipped with two versions of an optional external power
receptacle system. The "normal" system (PN 93102.16-01) provides the capability to start the
engine independent of the board battery and is limited to this use. The "continuous operation"
system (PN 93102.16-02) further allows feeding the electrical system for longer periods.
905.2
LIMITATIONS
The operation limitations are not affected due to the installation of the external power
receptacle system. For the location of the external power receptacle and protection of the
electrical connection cable against overheating the following placard has to be attached on
the rear instrument panel with an indicator arrow to the receptacle:
905.3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Not affected.
905.4
NORMAL PROCEDURES
The following starting procedures are recommended, however, the starting conditions may
necessitate some variation from these procedures.
1. Perform Pre-flight inspection.
2. Set propeller governor control to "High RPM" position.
3. Open throttle approximately 1/4 travel.
4. Master switch "OFF"
5. Put the external power plug into the board receptacle
6. Turn boost pump "ON".
7. Move mixture control to "FULL RICH" until a slight but steady fuel flow is noted (approximately
3 to 5 seconds) and return mixture control to "IDLE CUT-OFF".
Turn boost pump "OFF".
8. Apply the brakes.
EXTERNAL POWER 12V
DO NOT CRANK FOR MORE THAN 10 SECONDS!
Allow 20 seconds to cool-down between attempts. Repeat up to 6 times.
Then let starter cool for 30 minutes.
Page Date: 20. January 2016
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