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b. Prior to a flight during which intentional engine shut-
downs are planned.
1. Engine -- PRIOR TO START (NOT
RUNNING)
2. POWER LEVER -- FULL REVERSE
3. UNFEATHER PUMP -- ACTIVATE
4. PROPELLER -- VISUALLY OBSERVE
MOVEMENT TOWARDS REVERSE
5. ENGINE STOP and FEATHER CONTROL --
PULL To Feather While Observing Propeller
6. PROPELLER -- VISUALLY OBSERVE
RETURN TO START LOCKS
7. ENGINE STOP and FEATHER CONTROL
-- RESET
8. UNFEATHER PUMP -- OFF
9. POWER LEVER -- FLIGHT IDLE
PROPELLER UNFEATHER PUMP
(Before Start Propeller Unfeathering)
1. POWER LEVER -- PULL to REVERSE
2. UNFEATHERED TEST Switch -- SELECT L
or R
3. UNFEATHER TEST Switch -- SELECT OFF
at REVERSE PITCH
4. POWER LEVER -- RETURN to GROUND
IDLE
NOSE WHEEL STEERING
NOTE
Accomplish this check when the aircraft is
clear of ramp and taxiway obstructions
1. While taxiing at a slow speed move L / R Test
Switch left.
a. Note a slight turn to the left, followed by
nosewheel steering disconnecting, the
green NWS light extinguishing, and the
amber NWS FAIL light blinking.
2. Repeat this check to the right.
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