1. Wing antice will NEVER operate while the aircraft is on the ground or take off roll, regardless of switch position.
2. It is only the slats that are de-iced, whether they are extended or retracted.
3. Wing antice in 'auto' will not operate after takeoff until the engines come out of thrust ref, or after 10 minutes,
4. Wing antice in 'manual' will operate immediately after lift off, with no inhibit.