Tremendous air resistance is, under such
circumstances, generated by the rig, and the
excessive engine power transmitted through the 3:1-
ratio gear-box to the big, 22 inches diameter
propeller, will be felt as a real must in a blow.
When starting a cold engine, the quickest response is
obtained if the throttle is opened when engaging the
starter, but remember to DISENGAGE THE GEAR
CONTROL! The starter motor is activated simply by
turning the starting key the second notch
in a clockwise direction when pushing down. When
the engine starts, release the key. It will then turn
back to the ”notch one” position, where it should be
kept until the engine is stopped. Then switch off the
control panel by turning the key back to neutral
position. All control lights will then be out.
Please note that the gear lever control must be put in
neutral position before the engine is shut down.
During the warming-up period, let the engine run at,
say, 1500.R.P.M. to reach working temperature as
quickly as possible.
7) Checking engine oil level
To gain access to the oil dipstick and the oil filler
cap of the engine, the forward hatch in the dog—
house
sole has to be lifted (plate 11).
Oil level must be within the two marks on the stick.
When topping up, note that the difference between
the upper and the lower mark on the dip-stick
amounts for approximately 1,0 litre (l,75 imp. Pints).
If you are travelling over long distances with engine
alone, and your engine is used more than 12 hours
continuously at a time, the oil level should be
checked
every 12 hours. For such routine checking, let the
engine idle for approximately 2 minutes. Then shut
down the engine, and read the dip-stick.
Plate 11
Checking Engine Oil Sump Level
A) Coolant Filler Cap
B) Oil Dip Stick
C) Lubricating Oil Filler Cap
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