Preparations For Trial Run Of Engine - Rotax 914 series Installation Manual

24) Preparations for trial run of engine

▲ WARNING: Prior to engine start and operation review all instructions stated in the
Checks before trial run:
▲ WARNING: Always monitor the running engine from a safe place. Have the cockpit
◆ NOTE:
- Review Operators Manual.
- Review relevant Service Instruction for "Selection of suitable operating fluids"
- Check engine oil, coolant and fuel level.
- Check throttle and choke controls hit both stops and operates in correct range of motion.
- Make sure that no tools remain in the engine compartment
- Check for other foreign or loose objects
- Check for tight fit of propeller and pitch setting.
- Check for propeller control hits stops and operates on correct range of motion (if
equipped).
- Fasten the aircraft to the ground in an appropriate way and use chocks for the wheels.
Secure the area surrounding the propeller to exclude hazards to other persons.
- Visual inspection of engine and accessories
- Check for leaks.
- Turn on fuel pumps and check entire system for leaks.
- Check suspension of engine
- Check for a tight fit of oil filter
- Check oil hose connections are correct.
- Check for correct oil system purging.
- Check if other systems and instruments are installed appropriately
- Check gauges for accuracy
- Check wires routed properly and secured.
- Check "P" leads are grounding when switched "OFF" (check with Ohmmeter)
Effectivity: 914 Series
Edition 2 / Rev. 0
BRP-Rotax
INSTALLATION MANUAL
Operators Manual.
occupied by a competent person.
This checklist is not exhaustive. Consult all Instructions for Continuous
Airworthiness.
page 139
July 01/2008