First Engine Start

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Checking the gauges before the first start – found that the wiring of the differential fuel pressure sensor was not correct. (Midwest colour coding of wires does not match the sensor as I had assumed!)

Purged the fuel system from a 5-litre fuel can to clear any debris through the system. There was a bit well worth doing.

Debris collected from fuel system purge before first engine start.

Followed Rotax oil purge instructions.

Started well on the second turn of the keys. Would probably have started the first time if I had kept the starter engaged a second longer. All gauges in the green. I made several runs.

First run – 2 min stop check for leaks none found.

Second run 20 seconds check turbo oil flow OK

Third run 4 min oil up to > 50 C – all good no leaks

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