MD500e Start pump

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Hi all
I'm building a full scale MD500e simulator. I have built the T shape instrument panel and all the switches are in place.
Can someone tell me what the start pump is for and is it required to be on for start up?
I have looked at youtube MD start ups and curious about the start pump

Cheers

Rhys

[f0xhunter]

Start pump is not normally needed. It features in various power loss scenarios.

[Hughes500]

Only really needed if
1. Very cold
2. Using alternate fuels
3. Low fuel warning light comes on
4. FCU / N2 gov failure
5. Emptying fuel tanks of fuel for maintenance purposes ( most common use )

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Hi guys
Thank you for the reply..I'm setting up my controls when my pedals are in the middle position how much travel should their be when pushing left and right

Cheers
Rhys

[Hughes500]

about 4 inches from neutral