Robin DR400 Series, Pilot Operating Handbook

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Supplement POH DR400/120D, DR400/140B,
DR400/180R, DR400/200R, DR400/RP
Page 4 - 6 Issue 3
– July 2014
11) Circuit breakers ........................................................................... ON
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Note : The electronic engine control needs an
electrical power source for its operation. For normal
operation, battery switch and alternator circuit breaker
have to be ON. Separate switching is only allowed for
tests and in event of emergencies.
12) All electrical switches and avionics ........................................... OFF
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CAUTION: The avionics power switch must be off
during engine start to prevent possible damage to
avionics.
STARTING THE ENGINE
1) Canopy .................................................................................. Closed
2) Strobe light .................................................................................. ON
3) Fuel level / fuel temperature ................................................. Check
4) Fuel selector.................................................... Check operation, ON
5) Alternate induction air ........................................................... Closed
6) Electric pump .............................................................................. ON
7) Thrust Lever .............................................................................. IDLE
8) Propeller area........................................................................... Clear
9) Master Engine switch ................................................................. ON,
10) FADEC lights.................................................................. Check OFF
11) Glow Control light ...................................................... Wait until OFF
12) Starter ......................................................................................... ON
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Note : Release when engine starts, leave Thrust
Lever in idle position
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CAUTION: It is not allowed to start up the engine using
external power!