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Old 04-06-2006 | 07:57 AM
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Jim Cattanach
 
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From: Larnaca, , CYPRUS
Default RE: Sputtering at idol

Make sure your Kerosene or Jet A1 is fresh. If it sits for a few weeks moisture is absorbed into the fuel & it deteriorates.
One of the symptoms is spluttering at idle, & can cause flameouts when the throttle is opened quickly.

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