SeanB
Well Known Member
Hello all. I'm in the process of wiring my panel. I chose to use the ACS Keyed Ignition (Bendix copy).
https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/elpages/igswitches3.php
I've noticed this before and wondered, but now since I'm actually wiring, am really curious! Why is the placard for the keyed ignition: OFF R L BOTH START ? Why are R and L backward? Is it because when I do a ground check for "R" I'm actually observing how the "L" side of the engine runs and the "R" side does not?
On top of that, I need to install test buttons for the dual P Mags. My thinking is to install them to match the "reverse" order of the keyed ignition placard. So, "R" PMAG test will be just above the "R" position on the keyed ignition switch, then "L" to follow suite.
Kind of confusing to me. Thanks for any thoughts.
https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/elpages/igswitches3.php
I've noticed this before and wondered, but now since I'm actually wiring, am really curious! Why is the placard for the keyed ignition: OFF R L BOTH START ? Why are R and L backward? Is it because when I do a ground check for "R" I'm actually observing how the "L" side of the engine runs and the "R" side does not?
On top of that, I need to install test buttons for the dual P Mags. My thinking is to install them to match the "reverse" order of the keyed ignition placard. So, "R" PMAG test will be just above the "R" position on the keyed ignition switch, then "L" to follow suite.
Kind of confusing to me. Thanks for any thoughts.