# Quick Start Tutorial

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**Please note**

Different procedures are used in real world operations. The following explanations are therefore only exemplary.
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### Easy Operation Mode <a href="#easy-operation-mode" id="easy-operation-mode"></a>

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### Realistic Operation Mode <a href="#realistic-operation-mode" id="realistic-operation-mode"></a>

The realistic mode requires a certain understanding of the Rotax engine and appropriate training. Otherwise, the engines can not be started and will be damaged in the worst case. Please read the [Section 3 - Normal Procedures](https://content.gitbook.com/content/efsCQhEx4UhkXil4fGhf/blobs/ey0myO1MUm39QACh6YzF/tecnam%20p2006t%20section%203) carefully. Summary: You need to rotate each prop until you hear the bubbling noise from the oil resevoir twice.

We created a quick [startup video](https://youtu.be/U9OLCjmshKM) as a guidance.

**Fuel Pressure**

*The lower the fuel pressure, the lower the chance of a successful engine start.*

If you shut down the engine and turn off the fuel pump there is a high chance of a good restart without fuel pump because there is still enough pressure available. Pressure will drop quickly though.

**Engine Temperature**

*The lower the engine temperature, the lower the chance of a successful engine start.*

If you load the flight at a cold day, you will need more prop rotations for the oil distribution. Additionally, the engine will start quicker, if it's still warm from a previous operation. The engine temperature will drop depending on the outside temperature difference.

**Choke**

Using the choke to pump in additional fuel is recommended when starting from cold & dark. If you restart the engine it might not be necessary because the fuel pressure is still high enough.

**Throttle**

Usually no throttle input is required. If the engine doesn't start up properly, you can try to add some power though.

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**Please note**

Even under optimal conditions, the engine does not always start at the first attempt. You should not hold the starter for longer than 5 seconds to save the battery.
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