ENG Panel

Question 1

What are the primary differences between a manual and a normal automatic start?

Answer 1

• The FADEC provides full monitoring during a manual start and will provide appropriate ECAM cautions and
procedures to follow in the event of a start fault
• Automatic start interruption and auto-crank are not available

Question 2

With the ENG MODE selector in IGN/START what occurs when you press the ENG MAN START pb?

Answer 2

• The start valve opens

* Both pack flow control valves close

Question 3

Will the start valve then automatically close?

Answer 3

Yes, at N2> 43%.

Question 4

When would you use a manual start?

Answer 4

• After a failed auto start (stall, EGT over limit, no N1 rotation, hung start)
• A mature engine
• Hot/high conditions
• Low starting air pressure
• Tail wind

Question 5

When is EGT protection available?

Answer 5

During a normal automatic start on the ground

Question 6

Is EGT protection available during Takeoff or Go Around?

Answer 6

NO