Garry,
I agree with Andy, 914 you must have choke fully open and throttle fully
closed. And when the engine fires up keep choke and throttle in same
position for at least 30 seconds .
Jack Heijboer kit 206
-----Original Message-----
From: forum-owner@europaclub.org.uk
Subject: Re: Cold Starting Rotax 914
Thanks Andy,
I hadn't tried the fully closed throttle position yet. I'll try that soon.
With respect to the battery, it's good and strong, and turns the engine over
as quickly as if the temperature was "normal".
Thanks again.
Garry V. Stout
District Manager, AT&T Business Services
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-----Original Message-----
Subject: Re: Cold Starting Rotax 914
Garry,
The temperature shouldn't affect the engine itself, as such but there's a
possibility that your battery may be affected by the cold. We've been
operating three 914 powered aircraft lately at sub freezing temperatures and
all have started without problems. Next time you try to start, boost the
battery with another and see if that makes a difference.
---From cold, the 914 ( and 912(S)) engine must be started with the throttle
FULLY closed and full choke. A slightly open throttle will negate the choke
effect to an extent. This is less critical in warmer temperatures I've
found. Hope this helps.
Merry Christmas
Andy
>>> "STOUT, GARRY V, CSFF2" <garrys@att.com> 12/19/02 03:24pm >>>
Winter has finally settled in and air temperatures are often in the low 50's
(F) in the morning. I am finding that it is impossible to start my Rotax
914 when the temperature is below 65 (F). I've tried every combination of
choke and throttle position imaginable, and nothing works. As soon as the
temperature warms up, it starts instantly. Has anyone experienced a similar
situation and do you have any suggestions? A fellow Europa flier at my
airport had the same condition on his 914 powered Europa, and never was able
to solve the problem. He finally sold the plane. In case you're wondering,
I even tried spraying "ether" (automotive starting fluid) into the air
filter inlet of the turbocharger.........with no luck. Suggestions would be
very welcome as I'm not able to fly my plane at this time of year.
Regards,
Garry V. Stout
N4220S Trigear
Phone: 813-878-3929 Fax 813-878-5651
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