PP#1 is correct. It is just a rule to prevent a lack of thinking.
Starting with the blades tied down is easily done but it indicates a lack of awareness and thought.
I like to have the 2 bladed turbine machines at 11/5 o'clock positions since I figure they will be moving positively through the ash and heat coming out of the turbine during the start. Plus I have to clean them, so less ash means less effort...