"How do I start my engine?" 
Starting Procedure
Have prop pulled through, with ignition
switch OFF, if plane has been idle more
than 2 hours.
Generator and battery switch ON, unless
battery cart is being used, then battery switch OFF.
Open throttle 1 inch.
Mixture control in IDLE CUT-OFF.
Propeller control in INCREASED RPM.
Supercharger switch in AUTOMATIC.
Carburetor air control in RAM AIR.
Turn ignition switch to BOTH.
Fuel shut-off valve ON and fuel selector
valve to fuselage tank (if full), or Left
Main tank if fuselage tank not used.
Fuel booster pump on NORMAL, check for 8-
12 pounds of fuel pressure.
Prime engine 3 to 4 shots if cold, 1 to 2
if warm.
Clear the prop.
Lift guard on starter switch and press
switch to START. Caution in use of
starter not to overheat.
As engine starts, move mixture control to
AUTO RICH. If engine does not fire after
several turns, continue priming. WARNING:
When engine is not firing, mixture control
should be in IDLE CUT-OFF.
Warm engine at approximately 1300 RPM.
Check for constant oil pressure. If no
oil pressure or low pressure after 30
seconds, SHUT DOWN engine.
Check all instruments for proper readings.
Check hydraulic system by lowering and
raising flaps; loading 800-850 pounds and
unloading at 1050-1100 pounds.
Check communication equipment for operation.
Uncage all gyro instruments.
Check both LEFT and RIGHT MAIN and FUSELAGE
fuel systems by rotating fuel selector
valve with booster pump switch in
EMERGENCY. Check for 14-19 psi. If drop
tanks are installed, check fuel flow by rotating fuel selector control.
