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c-130 Engine starting caution


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Attempting to start the first engine using the GTC with air conditioning or underfloor heat on will most likely result in a slow, bogged, hot start. The GTC's compressed air output is insufficient to simultaneously power the engine starter and other pneumatic subsystems. Watch what the bleed air system pressure gage does at starter engagement.

Can't speak to your GCP issue, but question why anyone would be switching generators on engine start.

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While engine starting under fllor heating fan should OFF when switching generator one to other failure to comply GCP will damage Why ?

munisrabbasi, Couple of days ago in the Tips and Tricks Forum you posted the same query. You had a response that, in part, answered your question.

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The same caution is in the Job guides

CAUTION: The underfloor heat switch must be off

during engine starting and switching of

loads from one generator to another.

Failure to comply could result in a

burned out generator control panel.

I don't know why the GCP would be damaged, but since the caution is still in the book, it should be followed.

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munisrabbasi, Couple of days ago in the Tips and Tricks Forum you posted the same query. You had a response that, in part, answered your question.

I have merged the posts.

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