Inertia starters - DB605 in particular

[TheOptimist]

Hi there. I'm new to this forum so I apologise if this is posted in the wrong place.

I'm looking for some information on inertia starters, and since there seems to be a large number of experts here it seems the perfect place to ask!

In the bf109 engine start procedure it describes how the pilot should let the mechanics know 'when to begin starting' and then after 15-30 seconds to 'pull the start lever strongly.'

Am I right in saying that these instructions refer to the inertial starter system? The first bit refers to when the mechanics start cranking the handle and the lever is the one which engages the crankshaft?

Any information on inertia starters would be brilliant. Google doesn't turn up much.

Regards,

TheOptimist

 

[Crimea_River]

Welcome to the forum. I'd say you're correct on the inertial starter. Bit of info here: The 109 Lair- The Online Source for Messerschmitt 109 information