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ENSTROM 280FX OPERATOR’S MANUAL
FAA Approved: Jul 27/15
Rev. 10
Report No. 28-AC-020
Apr 15/15
6. Move ignition switch to left position. Maximum 125 RPM
drop allowable in 5 seconds and maximum of 100
°
F rise
in TIT. Return switch to BOTH position and let RPM
stabilize. Move switch to right position. Maximum 125
RPM drop and maximum 100
°
F TIT rise allowable.
Return switch to the BOTH position.
NOTE
Engine should not run rough when operating on
one magneto.
7. Check engine driven fuel pump by turning off boost
pump and checking for no change in engine operation.
Observe red fuel pressure light on when boost pump is
off. Return boost pump switch to ON position and
observe proper light indication(s).
8. Gently close throttle to split tachometer needles to check
proper operation of overrunning clutch. When needles
join, return to operating RPM.
4-11. Before Takeoff
Check the following items for proper position or indication.
1. Seatbelts and doors latched.
2. Fuel valve ON (in).
3. Ammeter.
4. Main rotor gearbox temperature.
5. Fuel quantity.
6. Cylinder head temperature.
7. Engine oil temperature.
8. Engine oil pressure.
9. Mixture control set for 50-70 lb/hr fuel flow (as
required).
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