Maintenance - Desert Aircraft DA50 EFI Owner's Manual

DA 50 EFI OWNER'S MANUAL HFEDCN0374 REV C
Starting Again After First Start
1. Verify that the ECM is powered on (Blue Light on ECM).
2. Verify that the throttle setting is between 25%-30%.
3. The engine should be started using an external spinner, or using a built-in
starting alternator. Flip starting as an additional option but is not
recommended due to possible injuries.
Note: The engine may struggle to run for the first few minutes as it is purging
all the air from the fuel system. This may not be evident until you go to wide
open throttle.
4. Allow the engine to run for a few minutes at idle; around 3000 RPM.
5. Verify all systems are functioning properly. The engine is now ready for flight.
Flood Clearing
If the engine is flooded, increase the throttle above 50% and turn the engine over for 5
seconds. Return the throttle to 25%-30% and proceed with start procedure.

4. Maintenance

Table I: Maintenance Schedule
Item
Engine Oil Pre-Mix
Spark Plug
Check/Adjust
Spark Plug Replace
Air Filter Check/Clean
Air Filter Replace
Fuel Filter
HFE OEM Maintenance
Before
Each
Flight
X
See HFE "Released Documents" folder for latest revision.
Every 50 Every 100
Hours Hours
X X
X
X
X
X
13
Every 300
Hours
X
X