Starting Procedure

CHAPTER FIVE

T-34C CONTACT

brakes, start the sweep second hand on the clock. Next, switch the starter to "ON" (check

voltage for minimum of 10 volts, ignition light on, fuel pressure light out, oil pressure indicated

and monitor N1.)

When N1 reaches 12%, move the condition lever out of the FUEL OFF position to the "feather"

(FTHR) position. Monitor Interstage Turbine Temperature (ITT) and N1 for start indications

(light off). Periodically scan the lineman in case of a fire indication. A rise in ITT should be

indicated within ten seconds and should not exceed 925 for more than two seconds on light off.

Secure the starter switch when N1 reaches 60% RPM. Check the oil pressure for 40 psi

minimum and check N1 for 62-65%.

NOTE

Idle RPM (N1) as low as 60% is acceptable, but should be reported

to Maintenance after the flight. Idle RPM above 65% (or below

60%) is a downing discrepancy.

CAUTION

Do not introduce fuel before N1 reaches 12% or if N1 begins to

decrease. Start attempts with a weak battery are likely to cause

over-temperature damage to the engine. Use a Ground Power Unit

(GPU) if the starter is unable to produce at least 12% N1 under

battery power.

If a GPU was used, signal the plane captain to disconnect it. Place the condition lever to full

increase (INCR) and indicate a normal start to the plane captain by giving a "thumbs-up." Check

the generator annunciator light out and voltmeter indicating 27.0 - 29.5 volts; reset the generator

only if the annunciator light remains on. Turn the inverter switch to number 2 then number 1,

checking the inverter annunciator light out in both positions. Remain on number 1 inverter.

When ready to taxi out of the chocks (wait for the attitude gyro "OFF" flag to disappear), hold

the brakes, release the parking brake by pushing the parking brake knob in, then signal the plane

captain to remove the chocks. When given the "release brakes" signal, smoothly release brake

pressure and allow the aircraft to move ahead slowly. When signaled, apply the brakes for a

brake check, then pass control of the aircraft to the instructor to complete a brake check and

follow the plane captain's signals for positioning the aircraft. Your instructor will then pass

control of the aircraft back to you and you will complete the Pre-Taxi Checklist (TW-5) or taxi

to the pre-taxi area (TW-4).

NOTES

Beta should not be used in close proximity to ground personnel.

Watch lineman while chocks are being removed.

5-6 GROUND PROCEDURES