Cessna 1973 172 - Engine Start and Flight Procedures

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE.
(1) Seats, Seat Belts and Shoulder Harnesses--Adjust and lock.
(2) Fuel Selector Valve — BOTH.
(3) Brakes -- Test and set.
(4) Radios and Electrical Equipment -- OFF.
STARTING THE ENGINE.
(1) Mixture -- Rich.
(2) Carburetor Heat — Cold.
(3) Primer --2-6 strokes as required (none if engine is warm).
Close and lock primer.
(4) Throttle — Open 1/8".
(5) Master Switch — ON.
(6) Propeller Area -- Clear.
(7) Ignition Switch -- START (release when engine starts).
(8) Oil Pressure -- Check.
BEFORE TAKE-OFF.
(1) Parking Brake -- Set.
(2) Flight Controls — Check for free and correct movement.
(3) Fuel Selector Valve -- BOTH.
(4) Elevator Trim Control Wheel — TAKE-OFF setting.
(5) Throttle Setting -- 1700 RPM.
(6) Engine Instruments and Ammeter -- Check.
(7) Suction Gage -- Check (4.6 to 5.4 inches of mercury).
(8) Magnetos -- Check (RPM drop shovdd not exceed 125 RPM on
either magneto or 50 RPM differential between magnetos).
(9) Carburetor Heat -- Check operation.
(10) Flight Instruments and Radios -- Set.
(11) Optional Autopilot or Wing Leveler -- Off.
(12) Cabin Doors and Window -- Closed and locked.
TAKE-OFF.
NORMAL TAKE-OFF.
(1) Wing Flaps — 0°.
(2) Carburetor Heat — Cold.