manual start up works fine in my new installation except for the availability of ground power. during the start up routine, the 'ground power available' light never is on and i cannot figure out why. the rest of the start up proceeds well and the aircraft flies well. is there trick to making ground power available, and does it matter in any case?

Mr Nameless,take a second or two to read the forum guidelines which stipulates you have to sign your posts with your real name. Thank you!Regarding the ground power. You have to have the parking brakes set and engines turned off (N1 near zero) for ground power to be activated.Hope it helps,

mats:thanks for the helpful answer.i apologize about the anonymity; it was unintended and i was working late. my name is steve chavin and i appreciate your help.steve