RFM Section 2 - Normal Procedures

Question 1

What number is displayed on torque, NG, MGT and FUEL displays when battery is turned on, or APU is connected?

Answer 1

8188.8/81888

Question 2

Any attempt to start engine when voltage is below ___ volts may result in hot start

Answer 2

24 volts

Question 3

What happens if throttle is positioned in IDLE for too long before starting the aircraft?

Answer 3

If throttle is in IDLE for more than 60 seconds, starter latching is disabled and throttle must be repositioned to OFF and then back to IDLE to enable it for another 60 seconds

Question 4

How long do you have to hold the start switch for during the automatic start sequence?

Answer 4

Hold for approximately 1 second

Observe START and AUTORELIGHT lights are illuminated

Question 5

If main rotor is not turning by 25% NG …..

Answer 5

abort start

Question 6

When does the starter disengage?

Answer 6

50% NG

Question 7

What is the gas producer speed at idle?

Answer 7

63 +/-1% NG

Question 8

What happens if you unplug the APU before turning the battery on?

Answer 8

Could flame out

Question 9

When should you open the throttle in an alternate engine start?

Answer 9

At 16% NG, and when T4 is below 150 degrees

Question 10

What is a dry motoring run?

Answer 10

If T4 is greater than 150 degrees, with throttle shut off motor the starter for 15 seconds. When NG = 0, try a start

Question 11

When transitioning from IDLE to FLY, torque should be maintained less than ___%

Answer 11

torque should be maintained less than 40%, to prevent overspeed, overtorque or surge

Question 12

When does the NR warning light illuminate?

Answer 12

Below 95% NR

Question 13

When should ENG ANTI ICE and PITOT HEATER switches be turned on?

Answer 13

In visible moisture below 5 degrees celcius