My O-200 starts on a half prime on cold days. According to the book the
prop should be turning when the primer is pushed in. They prime just above
the carb venturi. Pumping 3 to 4 shots without having the engine turning is
asking for trouble. Fuel dribbles out the carb into the airbox and the
cowl. One backfire and the entire engine compartment can be on fire.


"kat" wrote in message
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is this your plane or hired? either way you should know if there is a
fire extinguisher on board and if there is....where it is.

the 150 i fly will start with 1 prime on a hot day or none at all if it
has been flown within the past hour. on a cold day 2-3 primes is
enough.

good job on not freaking out though and staying on the ground!


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kat
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