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49 APU (GTCP 131-9A)


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49 APU (GTCP 131-9A)
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** APU Presentation (1) .......................... 1
** APU Controls Presentation (1) ................. 7
** APU ECAM Page Presentation (1)............... 13
** APU Installation Presentation (2) ........... 21
APU Drain System Presentation (2)............... 29
APU Basic Description (3) ....................... 33
** APU Fuel Feed System D/O (3) ................. 39
** APU Ignition & Starting D/O (3) ............. 43
** APU Fuel System Description/Operation (3) ... 47
** APU Oil System Description/Operation (3) .... 53
** APU Air System Description/Operation (3) .... 59
** APU System Management (3) .................... 65
APU Warnings (3) ................................. 73
** ECB Interfaces (3)............................ 77
** Fuel System Components (3) ................... 83
** Oil System Components (3) .................... 93
** Air System Components (3) ................... 109
** Miscellaneous System Components (3) ........ 119
MAINTENANCE PRACTICES
** COMPT Access Doors Operation (2) ........... 137
** APU Removal / Installation (3) ............. 141
SPECIFIC PAGES
** CFDS Specific Page Presentation (3) ...... 151
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49 - APU

49-00-00 APU PRESENTATION

CONTENTS:
General
Engine
Oil
Fuel
Air
Ignition and Starting
Control and Monitoring
AC Generator
Self Examination
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APU PRESENTATION

GENERAL FUEL

The APU is a Model GTCP 131-9A manufactured and The APU is supplied with fuel from either the fuel
designed by Garret. feed system pump or the fuel tank pumps, according to
The APU, installed in the fuselage tail cone in a fire the pressure sensed in the APU fuel feed line. The
proof compartment, is an independent source of Fuel Control Unit (FCU) is the main component of the
pneumatic and electrical power. fuel system.
It can be used in flight and on ground. The Electronic Control Box (ECB) computes the fuel/air
ratio, corresponding to the APU load, and meters the
ENGINE fuel flow accordingly.
Fuel pressure is also used as muscle pressure to
The APU is a constant speed gas turbine engine which operate the load compressor Inlet Guide Vane (IGV)
drives a load compressor and an accessory gearbox. actuator and the Surge Control Valve (SCV).
The engine is composed of:
- a single stage centrifugal compressor, AIR
- a reverse flow annular combustion chamber,
- a two stage axial flow turbine. The main role of the air system is to supply bleed air
The combustion chamber is equipped with 10 fuel nozzles to the pneumatic system and for Main Engine Start.
and one ignitor plug. This is supplied by the load compressor.
The APU bleed air system includes a bleed valve, a
OIL flow regulation by means of Inlet Guide Vanes and a
surge protection. Control and operation of these
The Oil system is monitored by the Electronic Control components are controlled by the Electronic Control
Box which receives temperature, pressure and quantity Box.
signals. Independently of the bleed air system, air from a
The self contained oil system lubricates, cleans and gearbox driven fan is used to cool the APU oil and to
cools the APU bearings and accessory gearbox. ventilate the APU compartment.
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The oil is also used to cool and lubricate the gearbox


mounted AC generator.
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APU PRESENTATION

IGNITION AND STARTING AC GENERATOR

The APU start sequence is initiated from the cockpit An oil cooled APU Generator (90 KVA) can supply the
and is controlled by the Electronic Control Box. aircraft electrical network.
During starting, the electrical starter motor drives The APU AC generator, driven by the accessory gearbox,
the APU and initial combustion is seconded by the uses the APU shaft power to transform mechanical power
ignition system. into electrical power which is used by the aircraft
systems.
CONTROL AND MONITORING

The APU engine control system has manual and automatic


controls to start, shutdown and keep the APU in safe
limits during operation.
The Electronic Control Box (ECB) which controls and
monitors the APU operation, is of the Full Authority
Digital Electronic Controller (FADEC) type.
The ECB has built in test equipment used for the power
up test and the monitoring test.
The ECB also acts as interface between the aircraft
and the APU.
The ECB receives the APU Data and sends main parameters
to the ECAM system.
The parameters and the indications displayed on the
APU ECAM page are:
- Speed(N) and Exhaust Gas Temperature(EGT).
- Bleed pressure, Inlet flap position, Low Oil
level and low fuel pressure.
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- The APU AC Generator load, voltage and


frequency, through the electrical power system.
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SELF EXAMINATION

What is the main function of the APU ?


A - To produce independent pneumatic and
hydraulic power.
B - To produce independent pneumatic and
electrical power.
C - To produce independent electrical and
hydraulic power.

Which component controls and monitors the APU ?


A - The Electronic Control Box.
B - The Fuel Control Unit.
C - The IGV Control Unit.

The Electronic Control Box has :


A - Restricted authority over APU operation.
B - Only APU monitoring function.
C - Full authority over APU operation.
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49 - APU

49-60-00 APU CONTROLS PRESENTATION

CONTENTS:
General
Overhead Panel
External Power Control Panel
Self Examination
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GENERAL

Normal control of the APU is carried out from the


APU control panel located in the cockpit. Emergency
shut down can be performed on ground from outside the
aircraft.

OVERHEAD PANEL

MASTER SWITCH
The master switch pushbutton when pressed in, controls
the power supply for APU operation and protection.
A normal shutdown sequence is initiated when the
master switch is released out.
The ON light comes on blue when the Master switch P/B
is pressed in and the APU page appears on the ECAM
system display.
The FAULT light comes on amber and the corresponding
warnings are activated when an automatic shutdown
occurs.

START PUSHBUTTON
The start pushbutton initiates the APU start sequence.
The ON light comes on blue until 95% N(RPM).
The AVAIL light comes on green above 95% N(RPM).

APU FIRE PUSH BUTTON


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When the APU fire pushbutton is released out, an APU


emergency shutdown is initiated.
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EXTERNAL POWER CONTROL PANEL

APU SHUT OFF PUSHBUTTON


An APU emergency shutdown can be performed using the
APU SHUT OFF pushbutton located on the external
power control panel, next to the nose landing gear.
Operation of the APU SHUT OFF pushbutton cancels the
ground horn.

APU FIRE LIGHT


The APU FIRE red light comes on when a fire is detected
on ground and is accompanied by the ground horn. (APU
shutdown and Auto extinguishing in this case).
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SELF EXAMINATION

From where can an APU emergency shutdown be


performed ?
A - Refuel/defuel panel,external control
panel and cockpit.
B - APU Fire panel, external power control
panel.
C - The APU cannot be shutdown from outside
the aircraft.

Normal APU shutdown is performed from ?


A - Fire panel.
B - External power control panel.
C - APU control panel.
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49 - AUXILIARY POWER UNIT

49-70-00 APU ECAM PAGE PRESENTATION

CONTENTS:
General
Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT)
Speed
Flap Open
Available
APU Generator
APU Bleed
Fuel Low Pressure
Low Oil Level
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GENERAL FLAP OPEN

The APU indications are displayed on the lower ECAM The green FLAP OPEN indication is displayed when the
page. air intake flap is fully open.
This page is called manually or automatically during No indication is displayed otherwise.
APU start. - FLAP OPEN displayed steady: Air intake flap
fully open with the MASTER SW pushbutton set
EXHAUST GAS TEMPERATURE (EGT) to ON.
- FLAP OPEN displayed pulsing: Air intake flap
The Exhaust Gas Temperature is displayed green in not fully closed 3 minutes after the MASTER SW
normal configuration . This includes the pointer symbol pushbutton has been set to OFF.
and digital indication.
It pulses in advisory mode. AVAIL
It becomes red in case of over-temperature.
A movable red line is computed by the ECB.The red EGT When the APU is running, a green APU AVAILable
limit value is different during APU starting and when indication appears on the upper ECAM page.
APU becomes available (Position is dependent of T2 APU The green AVAILable indication is displayed when
inlet temperature). the APU speed is above 95%.
Nothing is displayed otherwise.
SPEED

The speed indication is displayed in green.


It becomes amber or red in case of overspeed.
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APU GENERATOR

The APU electrical generator output is displayed as


shown on the picture.
The APU generator parameters are displayed amber in
case of overload, or if voltage or frequency are out
of range.
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APU BLEED

The APU BLEED indication is displayed in green on the


upper ECAM memo page during APU BLEED supply.
The APU bleed pressure indication is replaced by amber
crosses when the indication is not available.

FUEL LOW PRESS.

The FUEL LOw PRessure indication is displayed when the


pressure upstream from the fuel control unit is too
low.
- The amber FUEL LO PR message is displayed when
the fuel pressure,in the APU fuel feed line,
is below 15 PSI.

LOW OIL LEVEL

The green LOW OIL LEVEL indication pulses when the oil
in the gearbox reaches the low level and needs
servicing.
- If the oil quantity decreases below 4,60
litres, the indication pulses on the APU ECAM
page (value is determined for A/C ground
condition and varies when the A/C is flying).
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49 - AUXILIARY POWER UNIT

49-10-00 APU INSTALLATION PRESENTATION

CONTENTS:
General
Mounts
Air Intake Flap
Air Intake Duct
Exhaust
Access Doors
Drain System
Self Examination
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GENERAL

The Auxiliary Power Unit is installed in a fireproof


compartment located in the fuselage tail cone.

MOUNTS

Seven tie rods attach the APU to the stucture brackets


on the APU compartment ceiling.These tie rods also
connect to the APU three point mounted suspension
system.
Vibration insulators are installed between the APU
mount brackets and the tie rods to reduce the
transmission of aircraft vibrations and shocks to the
APU.
The insulators also prevent the transmission of
vibrations from the APU to the aircraft structure.
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AIR INTAKE FLAP

The air intake system ducts ambient air to the APU


plenum chamber.
An air intake flap cuts off the air supply when the
APU does not operate.
In case of failure, the air intake flap can be opened
or closed manually by a Manual Override Device.
A fixed diverter increases the ram air recovery for
flight operation and also prevents any fluids,flowing
along the fuselage, from entering the air intake.

AIR INTAKE DUCT

The air intake duct, which is composed of a diffuser


and elbow, provides correct airflow to the APU plenum.
The air intake duct is attached to the right access
door.

EXHAUST

The exhaust system lets the APU exhaust gas flow into
the atmosphere and muffles the noise from the exhaust.
The exhaust muffler thermal insulation protects the
aircraft structure.
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ACCESS DOORS

Two access doors allow access to the APU compartment.


The access doors on the bottom of the tailcone open
outwards to permit the APU to be inspected, lifted and
lowered.

DRAIN SYSTEM

A drain system prevents the collection of fluids in


the APU compartment.
Any fluid that may accumulate in the APU compartment
is delivered to a drain tank in the APU compartment,
which is emptied through a drain mast when the aircraft
is above 200 KTS.
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SELF EXAMINATION

On ground, in case of failure, how can you open or


close the air intake flap ?
A - The air intake flap actuator cannot be
overidden.
B - The air intake flap actuator can be
hydraulically overidden.
C - The air intake flap actuator can be
overidden by a Manual Override Device.

When is the drain tank emptied ?


A - When the aircraft speed is above 200KTS.
B - When the aircraft is stopped on the ramp.
C - When the aircraft altitude is above 2000
feet.
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49-17-00 APU DRAIN SYSTEM PRESENTATION

CONTENTS:
Fuel/Oil Pump Seal Drain
Inlet Guide Vane Actuator Drain
Gearbox Vent
Surge Control Valve Drain
Load Compressor Cavity Drain
Turbine Plenum Drain
Exhaust Muffler Drain
APU Compartment Drain
Drain Tank
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FUEL/OIL PUMP DRAIN TURBINE PLENUM DRAIN

The fuel and oil pump seal drain line is routed via a A turbine plenum drain orifice is provided to drain
collector line to the drain tank. fuel that may accumulate in the combustor plenum
This line drains fuel or oil leaks. following an unsuccessful light up.
The fuel is drained directly overboard through the
INLET GUIDE VANE ACTUATOR DRAIN drain mast.

The Inlet Guide Vane (IGV) actuator drain line is EXHAUST MUFFLER DRAIN
routed via a collector line to the drain tank. This
line drains only fuel leaks. The exhaust muffler drain line is routed to the drain
mast.
GEARBOX VENT This drain line collects fuel, water or air leaks.

The oil reservoir has a connection to the ambiant air APU COMPARTMENT DRAIN
through an air/oil separator. The gear driven air/oil
separator is connected through a gearbox vent line to Rain or cleaning agents and any oil and fuel in the
the APU exaust cone. compartment, due to APU servicing, are drained to the
lowest point of the APU door and through the drain
SURGE CONTROL VALVE DRAIN mast overboard.

The Surge Control Valve fuel is drained into the drain DRAIN TANK
tank by a FCU/IGV commun drain line.
For venting and evacuation the drain tank is connected
LOAD COMPRESSOR CAVITY DRAIN to the drain mast.
Airflow across the drain mast creates a vacuum in the
To prevent any ingestion of oil in the bleed system drain line. The suction effect produced at 200 kt, is
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the load compressor bearing cavities are kept dry by sufficient to remove the contents of the drain tank.
buffering air into the main shaft seals. An oil leak A vent line ventilates the drain tank and drain lines.
witness drain is located aft of the seal to collect The APU drain lines are connected to the right access
any oil leakage. door drain lines through spring adapter seals (kiss
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Which drains collect fuel, water and air ?


A - Exhaust coupling drain.
B - Flow divider drain.
C - Air bypass plenum drain.
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49-20-00 APU BASIC DESCRIPTION

CONTENTS:
General
Engine Compressor (Power Section)
Combustion Chamber (Power Section)
Turbine (Power Section)
Load Compressor (Load Compressor Section)
Inlet Guide Vanes (Load Compressor Section)
Accessory Gearbox (Gearbox Section)
Self Examination
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GENERAL TURBINE (POWER SECTION)

The APU is of a modular design. The turbine assembly drives the compressor, the load
The three APU modules are : compressor and the gear train of the accessory gearbox.
- the power section, The two stage axial flow turbine includes:
- the load compressor, - a cooled first stage nozzle,
- the accessory drive gearbox. - inserted first stage rotor blades,
- an uncooled second stage stator,
ENGINE COMPRESSOR (POWER SECTION) - a dual alloy second stage rotor,
- an annular exhaust diffuser.
The compressor is of a single stage centrifugal
compressor design. LOAD COMPRESSOR (LOAD COMPRESSOR SECTION)
The main components of the compressor are :
- a single stage centrifugal impeller, The load compressor is of a single stage centrifugal
- a single stage diffuser vanes, design. It supplies bleed air to the pneumatic system.
- axial de-swirl vanes. The main components of the load compressor are :
- the inlet guide vane assembly,
COMBUSTION CHAMBER (POWER SECTION) - the load compressor impeller,
- the load compressor diffuser,
The combustion chamber is of a reverse flow annular - the load compressor scroll.
design and is installed inside the turbine plenum.
The main parts of the combustion chamber are : INLET GUIDE VANES (LOAD COMPRESSOR SECTION)
- the inner combustion chamber shell,
- the outer combustion chamber shell. The Inlet Guide Vane assembly controls the amount of
The following components are installed on the low pressure bleed from the APU load compressor.
combustion chamber : The 16 Inlet Guide Vanes are moved simultaneously by
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- an igniter plug, a gear train operated by an actuator.


- 10 dual orifice fuel nozzles. The IGV actuator is operated by high pressure fuel
supplied from the Fuel Control Unit (FCU).
The IGV opening angle depends on the bleed air demand
for:
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- Environmental Control System.

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ACCESSORY GEARBOX (GEARBOX SECTION)

The gearbox transmits the shaft power to the APU


accessories and to the APU generator which are
installed on the gearbox pads.
The gearbox is also the oil reservoir for the APU
lubrication system.
The components mounted on the accessory gearbox are :
- The Starter Motor Assembly,
- The Cooling Air Fan Assembly,
- The Oil Pump Assembly (lubrication unit) which
drives the Fuel Control Unit,
- The AC generator.
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SELF EXAMINATION

Of what kind of design is the engine compressor ?


A - Two stage centrifugal compressor design.
B - Single stage centrifugal compressor
design.
C - Three stage axial compressor design.

Which components are installed on the combustion


chamber ?
A - One igniter plug, 10 fuel nozzles.
B - Two igniter plugs, six fuel nozzles.
C - The de-swirl vane assembly, two igniter
plugs, two fuel nozzles.

What are the three APU modules ?


A - Compressor, combustion chamber, turbine.
B - Power section, load compressor, Fuel
Control Unit.
C - Power section, load compressor,
accessory drive gearbox.
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49-31-00 APU FUEL FEED SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

CONTENTS:
Fuel Pump
Fuel LP Isolation Valve
APU Inlet Low Pressure Sensor
Fuel Drain Vent System
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FUEL PUMP APU INLET LOW PRESSURE SENSOR

The APU fuel pump is a centrifugal pump driven by a At the inlet connection of the Fuel Control Unit , a
single phase AC motor. pressure sensor transmits low pressure information
This pump is controlled to run if the APU MASTER SW through the ECB to the ECAM APU page.
pushbutton is set to ON and the fuel crossfeed line The FUEL LO PR message is displayed on the ECAM APU
pressure is not sufficient. page if it is selected and:
The fuel crossfeed line pressure sensor controls the - the APU speed is greater than 7% RPM
operation of the APU fuel pump. - the fuel pressure is lower than 15.8 PSI .
The APU fuel pump runs as soon as the pump inlet The ECB memorizes this information in its BITE memory
pressure is lower than 21.8 PSI. even if the pressure increases above 17.3 PSI .
It stops when the pressure is above 23.2 PSI .
FUEL DRAIN / VENT SYSTEM
FUEL LP ISOLATION VALVE
A vent APU fuel line pushbutton, located on the
The APU Fuel LP isolation valve is driven by two DC firewall allows the APU fuel feed line to be purged
motors. during ground maintenance.
This valve is open as long as the MASTER SW pushbutton As long as the pushbutton is held pressed in, the APU
is set to ON. fuel LP isolation valve is open and the APU fuel pump
When closed, it prevents pressurization of the APU runs.
fuel feed line and flow of fuel into a specific fire A fuel drain and vent valve is installed in the APU
zone. compartment at the fuel inlet connection to the Fuel
The APU Fuel LP isolation valve is automatically closed Control Unit. It permits fuel to be drained and air
when: to be bled.
- MASTER SW P/B is released out,
- ECB protective shutdown occurs,
- an APU shutdown occurs due to an APU fire,
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detected on ground,
- the APU FIRE P/B is released out (in the
cockpit),
- the APU SHUT OFF P/B has been pressed on the
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49 - APU

49-40-00 IGNITION AND STARTING


DESCRIPTION OPERATION

CONTENTS:
Starter Control
Ignition Control
Self Examination
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STARTER CONTROL

During starting, the electrical starter provides


initial rotation of the APU shaft, by driving the
accessory gearbox.
When the APU speed is about 50%, the Elecronic Control
Box cuts off the supply to the starter.

IGNITION CONTROL

The ignition system provides initial light-off of the


fuel air mixture.
The ignition system includes an ignition box, which
powers an ignition plug.
During starting, the ECB switches on the ignition
between 7% and 60%.
When the APU speed is below 95% due to flame out, the
ECB triggers the ignition unit to recover the APU speed
to 100%.
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The ECB cuts off the supply to the starter:


A - when the APU speed is about 45%?
B - when the APU speed is about 50%?
C - when the APU speed is about 60%?
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49-32-00 FUEL SYSTEM DESCRIPTION/OPERATION

CONTENTS:
General
Fuel Control Unit
Fuel Schedule
Muscle Pressure
Fuel Shut-Off
Flow Divider and Solenoid Valve
Fuel Distribution
Fuel Drain
Control
Monitoring
Self Examination
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GENERAL FUEL SCHEDULE

The fuel system provides metered fuel to sustain The fuel metering valve is controlled by the Electronic
combustion. Control Box through a torque motor.
Part of the fuel is used as muscle pressure to operate The ECB:
the Inlet Guide Vane actuator and the surge valve - schedules fuel flow during start sequence, on
actuator. speed operation and shutdown sequence,
- corrects fuel flow according to flowmeter
FUEL CONTROL UNIT pressurizing valve information in relation to
the fuel temperature (RTD signal),
The Fuel Control Unit (FCU) has five functions: - modulates the on speed fuel schedule to match
- fuel filtering, the aircraft demand for bleed air and
- pressure increase, electrical power.
- fuel metering,
- flowmeter control, MUSCLE PRESSURE
- positive fuel shut-off,
- fuel muscle pressure regulation. Additionally fuel muscle pressure (250 PSIG) is used
The FCU is composed of a low pressure inlet fuel filter, to operate the Surge Control Valve actuator (air
a high pressure fuel pump, a pump relief valve, a high discharge to the exhaust) and the load compressor Inlet
pressure fuel filter, an actuator pressure regulator Guide Vane actuator.
(for hydraulic fuel operation), a Torque-Motor Servo fuel return is routed back to the pump inlet.
Metering Valve (TMMV), a Resistive Temperature Device
(RTD), a delta pressure regulator, a flowmeter FUEL SHUT-OFF
pressurizing valve, a fuel-shutoff solenoid valve.
The Electronic Control Box controls the fuel solenoid
valve (3 Way Solenoid Valve) for positive fuel
shut-off.
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The valve is controlled open during the start sequence


and closed during the stop sequence.
Fuel is routed back to the pump inlet.
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FLOW DIVIDER AND SOLENOID VALVE During start, it uses speed, EGT, air inlet pressure
and temperature sensors (P2 and T2).
The flow divider sequences and distributes fuel to the The Electronic Control Box acts on the fuel metering
primary and secondary manifolds. It consists of a check valve, the flow divider solenoid valve and fuel
valve and a normally open fuel solenoid. shut-off 3 way solenoid valve.
During cold start and high altitude operation, the ECB
energizes the solenoid valve to close during the first MONITORING
25% speed of the APU and all fuel flow is forced through
the primary nozzle (better engine acceleration). Fuel filter replacement is recommanded at every "C"
check or 15 months, whichever comes first.
FUEL DISTRIBUTION

Fuel distribution is assumed by 2 fuel manifolds and


10 dual fuel-nozzles. Each fuel-nozzles has a primary
and a secondary fuel orifice.
When APU start is selected, the primary fuel orifice
is supplied and when the fuel pressure is greater than
125 PSIG the check valve, within the flow divider assy,
opens to supply the secondary fuel orifice.
During normal running, the two orifices are supplied.

FUEL DRAIN

Drain lines are connected to the FCU seal drain, IGV


actuator seal and surge control valve drain.
A drain orifice is located at the lowest point in the
turbine plenum.
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CONTROL

The Electronic Control Box controls the fuel system


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using several parameters.


During on speed operation, the ECB uses APU speed,
Exhaust Gas Temperature and aircraft demand signals.

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The Electronic Control box acts on:


A - The fuel metering valve and the 3 way
solenoid valve.
B - The fuel metering valve and the pressure
regulator.
c - The fuel metering valve, the flow
divider solenoid valve and fuel shut-off
3 way solenoid valve.

The 3 Way Solenoid Valve is controlled:


A - Open during the start sequence and
closed during the stop sequence.
B - Closed during the start sequence and
open during the stop sequence.
C - Closed during the start sequence and
closed during the stop sequence.
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49-90-00 OIL SYSTEM DESCRIPTION/OPERATION

Storage
Supply
Scavenge
Venting
Control
Protection
Monitoring
Self Examination
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OIL SYSTEM DESCRIPTION/OPERATION

STORAGE SCAVENGE

The APU accessory gearbox sump is the oil reservoir. Oil from the electrical generator is returned to the
sump by a three element gerotor scavenge pump and a
The accessory gearbox sump contains 6.26 l (1.6537 US filter.
gal) of oil. The oil from the APU turbine bearing cavity returns
The oil reservoir can be filled by gravity or by to the sump through a single element gerotor scavenge
pressure. pump.
The gearbox has : Oil from the gearbox pinions and the APU front bearing
- an oil fill cap for gravity filling, is scavenged by gravity.
- pressure oil servicing with a pressure fill
and overfill port (optional), VENTING
- an oil level sight glass with a FULL and ADD
mark, The oil from the generator is directed against the
gearbox wall; This removes the air which is mixed with
- an oil drain plug installed at the lowest point
the oil.
of the gearbox.
An air/oil separator removes the oil particules from
the gearbox air.
SUPPLY
This oil free air is discharged in the APU exhaust.
The oil is drawn from the sump by a three element
CONTROL
gerotor pressure pump. A pressure regulating valve and
ultimate relief valve assembly maintain a constant
The only component of the oil system controlled by the
lube supply pressure to the engine and generator in
Electronic Control Box (ECB) is the de-oiling valve.
addition to preventing over pressurization of the lube
The de-oiling solenoid valve is electricaly controlled
system.
open during APU start to ensure cold start conditions
Regulated oil passes through a cooler and a disposable
and to reduce the load on the pressure pump.
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filter.
The solenoid valve is open during start up to 60 % RPM
The oil is then directed to the cooling fan splines,
when:
the APU spline shaft, the APU supporting bearings (rear
and front), the gearbox pinions and the electrical - the oil sump temperature is below -6.7°C
generator (AC generator and generator spline shaft). (+19.94°F),
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- the aircraft altitude is more than 20,000ft,


- the fuel temperature is below -12.2°C
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PROTECTION

The Electronic Control Box protects the APU in case


of oil system malfunction. The ECB monitors oil
pressure and oil temperature.
If one of the oil parameters is out of range, the
Electronic Control Box initiates an automatic APU shut
down without time delay.
- Gearbox high oil temp threshold: 162.77°C,
- AC generator high oil temp: 180°C,
- Oil low pressure: 33 PSI.

MONITORING

The oil system is monitored to increase the APU life.


The oil sump is equipped with a low level sensor to
display maintenance information in the cockpit. When
the level is at the "ADD" mark (4.60 l/1.22 US gal)
the APU must be able to continue running for at least
60 hours (depending on the different operating
attitudes of the A/C in flight).
A magnetic drain plug, immersed in the APU oil, enables
the oil drainage from the sump and attracts ferrous
metal particules.
Two delta P switches (one for the scavenge filter and
a second for the pressure filter) inform the CFDS about
a clogging situation (Class 2 fault message).
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SELF EXAMINATION

What is the only component of the oil system controlled


by the Electronic Control Box ?
A - The De-oiling solenoid valve.
B - The low level sensor.
C - The Low Oil Pressure.
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49 - APU

49-51-00 AIR SYSTEM DESCRIPTION OPERATION

CONTENTS:
Bleed Supply
Bleed Control
Surge Protection
Oil Cooling
Compartment Cooling
Oil Vent
Control
Monitoring
Self Examination
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BLEED SUPPLY COMPARTMENT COOLING

Bleed air supply to the aircraft pneumatic system is Air supplied by the fan (driven by one of the gears
controlled by a Load Control Valve (LCV). of the gearbox) is also used for APU compartment
The pneumatically actuated CLOSE/OPEN butterfly valve cooling. Cooling air flows through the outlets located
which permits or stops the bleed air flow from the APU on the cooling fan oultlet duct
to the aircraft users is operated with the APU BLEED Natural convection ventilates the APU compartment when
pushbutton switch. the APU is not in operation.

BLEED CONTROL OIL VENT

The amount of air required by the pneumatic system and The gearbox is vented to the APU exhaust. The air is
delivered by the APU load compressor is controlled by bled after an air/oil separator action.
the load compressor Inlet Guide Vanes (IGV).
The Inlet Guide Vanes are moved by a fuel powered
actuator.

SURGE PROTECTION

Load compressor surge protection is ensured by a Surge


Control Valve (SCV) which discharges the excess of air
in the exhaust.
The SCV is hydraulically operated for accurate and
fast operation.
The hydraulic fluid is high pressure fuel from the FCU
(250 to 300 PSIG).
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OIL COOLING

A gearbox driven fan draws filtered air from the inlet


plenum and forces it to pass through the oil cooler.
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After leaving the oil cooler, the air is discharged


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CONTROL

The Electronic Control Box controls the air system


using several parameters:
- APU inlet pressure (P2) and temperature sensor
(T2),
- load compressor discharge pressure sensors
(total and differential pressures),
- command and feed back signals from the actuator
and the valves,
- Aircraft demand (MES/ECS).

Monitoring

To help maintenance and troubleshooting, the Load


Control Valve and the Surge Control Valve are equipped
with visual position indicators.
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Which component regulates the airflow to the


pneumatic system ?
A - The bleed load valve.
B - The Inlet Guide Vanes.
C - The cooling fan.

Which components have a visual position indicator ?


A - Bleed Load Control Valve and Surge
Control Valve.
B - IGV actuator.
C - Load Control Valve only.
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49-60-00 APU SYSTEM MANAGEMENT

CONTENTS:
General
APU Start
On Speed
Normal Shutdown
Protective Shutdown
Emergency Shutdown
Self Examination
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GENERAL At 50% SPEED:


- the ECB de-energizes the start contactor (above
APU normal operation, starting and shutdown, is 20,000ft at 58%) which switches off the starter
performed using the APU control panel. motor and accelerates the APU automatically,
- the ECB de-energizes the back-up contactor.
APU START
AT 60% SPEED:
MASTER SWITCH P/B SET TO ON: - the ECB de-energizes the ignition unit,
- the ON light comes on, - the ECB de-energizes the de-oil solenoid (if
- the ECB is energized, open).
- the ECB starts the Power-Up Test,
- the APU fuel pump is energized, AT 95% SPEED:
- the APU air intake flap opens. - the IGVs move to 22 degrees open position to
prevent overheating,
START P/B set to ON: - The ECB controls and monitors the APU
- the ON legend comes on, automatically,
- the ECB energizes the Back-up start contactor - the ON light in the START P/B switch goes off,
and the start contactor when these conditions - the green AVAIL legend in the START P/B switch
are met: air intake flap open, Power-Up Test comes on.
complete, data exchange between DMM and ECB
complete, AT 100% SPEED:
- the contactors energize the starter motor which - an on-speed governor loop controls the fuel
starts to turn the APU main shaft, flow to the APU. The APU generator can be used
- the igniter is energized, and APU bleed be switched on.
- the de-oil valve opens depending on the
oil/fuel temperature and altitude, ON-SPEED
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- the APU ECAM page is displayed.


- When the APU generator is used, the generator
AT 7% SPEED: output parameters are displayed on the ECAM
- the ECB opens the fuel solenoid valve and the system page.
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combustion occurs, - When the APU bleed is switched ON, bleed


- the IGVs close. parameters are displayed on the ECAM system
page.

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NORMAL SHUTDOWN AT 7% SPEED:


- the de-oil solenoid closes,
MASTER SWITCH OFF: - the APU fuel feed line is depressurized,
- the ECB closes the IGVs to the minimum position - the DMM is updated,
(15°), - the air intake flap closes,
- the Load Control Valve closes (if open), - the ECB de-energizes itself.
- the Surge Control Valve opens and the cool-down
cycle of the APU starts. PROTECTIVE SHUTDOWN

COOL-DOWN CYCLE: When the ECB is powered, it controls the APU starting
This allows the APU to run for 60s at a low stabilized and running phases. If an abnormal parameter is
temperature. detected, it initiates an immediate shutdown without
The cool-down cycle starts when the ECB receives the time delay, even if the APU bleed air is used.
closed signal from the LCV. If the LCV was not in the
open position, the APU will enter the shutdown state ECB PROTECTIVE SHUTDOWN PARAMETERS:
immediately. - overspeed
- ECB shutdown
OVERSPEED TEST
- emergency shutdown
When the cool-down cycle is ended, the ECB generates
- underspeed
a signal to simulate an overspeed condition which
causes a fuel solenoid closure, and starts the APU - overtemperature
shutdown. - loss of speed
- sensor failure (thermocouples/low oil
APU ROLLDOWN level/LOP)
An APU re-start is possible if the speed is more than - no flame
7% rpm. - flap not open
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- high oil temperature


AT 95% SPEED: - no speed
- APU "AVAIL" light out. - inlet overheat
- no acceleration
AT 50% SPEED:
- reverse flow
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- the de-oil solenoid valve opens to avoid a


- clogged oil filter
bearing cold soak during next start.
- main power interrupt

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APU SYSTEM MANAGEMENT

EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN

The ECB initiates an emergency shutdown when either


the APU FIRE p/b (located in the cockpit) is released
out or when the APU SHUT OFF p/b (located on the
external power receptacle panel) is pressed.
The ECB initiates an automatic emergency shutdown when
an APU fire is detected on ground.
The APU shuts down immediately without time delay,
even if the APU bleed air system is used.
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SELF EXAMINATION

The starter motor assists the APU up to which speed?


A - 40%.
B - 50%.
C - 60%.

What does the ECB simulate to cause an APU normal


shutdown?
A - A Load Control Valve closure.
B - An overspeed condition.
C - A fuel feed line depressurization.

The APU is running and the APU bleed air system is


in use. What happens if the APU MASTER SW p/b is
released out?
A - The APU shuts down after a cooling cycle
has been completed.
B - The APU shuts down immediately.
C - The APU shuts down after the closure of
fuel LP shut off valve.
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49 - AUXILIARY POWER UNIT

49-70-00 APU WARNINGS

CONTENTS:
Automatic Shut Down
Emergency Shut Down
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APU WARNINGS

AUTO SHUT DOWN EMER SHUT DOWN

If an AUTO SHUT DOWN occurs, the aural warning sounds, If an EMER SHUT DOWN occurs, the aural warning sounds,
the MASTER CAUT and the MASTER SW FAULT light come on. the MASTER CAUT and the MASTER SW FAULT light come on.
The ECAM warning page is activated and the APU ECAM The ECAM warning page is activated and the APU ECAM
page is called automatically. page is called automatically.
An EMER SHUT DOWN occurs when:
AUTO SHUT DOWN when : - The APU shut off pushbutton is pressed on the
- overspeed external power control panel
- ECB shutdown - The APU FIRE pushbutton is released out on the
- emergency shutdown overhead panel
- underspeed - The automatic fire extinguishing logic is
- overtemperature triggered on ground.
- loss of speed
- sensor failure (thermocouples/Low oil
level/LOP)
- no flame
- flap not open
- high oil temperature
- no speed
- inlet overheat
- no acceleration
- reverse flow
- clogged oil filter
- main power interrupt
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49 - AUXILIARY POWER UNIT

49-60-00 ECB INTERFACES

CONTENTS:
Power Supply
Master Switch Pushbutton
Air Intake Flap
Start Pushbutton
Back Up and Main Start Contactors
Emergency Stop
LGCIU 1
APU Fuel Feed System
EIUs
BMCs
TSO/JAR
Zone Controller
A320/321
Generator Oil Temperature Sensor
SDACs
CFDS
DMU
Data Memory Module
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ECB INTERFACES

POWER SUPPLY BACK UP AND MAIN START CONTACTORS

The Electronic Control Box is electrically supplied, The ECB receives a discrete input from the Main Start
through the APU MAIN control relay, by at least one Contactor and sends discrete outputs to the Back Up
of the aircraft batteries and the aircraft DC network. and the Main Start Contactors.

MASTER SWITCH PUSHBUTTON EMERGENCY STOP

The APU MASTER SWITCH sends a discrete supply or stop A discrete input signal from the aircraft initiates
signal to the ECB. the APU shutdown logic after the ECB has received this
The Electronic Control Box sends a discrete signal to signal.
the FAULT light when an automatic shutdown occurs or
a Power Up Test fails. LGCIU 1

AIR INTAKE FLAP The ECB receives the flight/ground discrete input
signal from the Landing Gear Control and Interface
The ECB receives an air intake flap open or closed Unit 1 (LGCIU 1).
position signal and sends a power output for opening This signal is used for automatic shutdown inhibition
or closing the air intake flap. logic and for failed sensor logic.

START PUSHBUTTON APU FUEL FEED SYSTEM

A discrete input signal from the START pushbutton The ECB receives a discrete signal from the APU Low
initiates the starting sequences. Fuel Pressure Switch.It sends a discrete signal to the
The ECB sends a discrete signal to the ON light during APU Fuel LP Shut Off Valve.
APU start sequence.
A discrete output signal to the aircraft energizes the EIUs
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AVAIL light in the START pushbutton when the APU speed


is above 95 %. During engine starts, the ECB receives a Main Engine
Start signal from Engine Interface Units 1 or 2.
This signal causes the ECB to position the Inlet Guide
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Vanes to fully open and the Bleed Control Valve to


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ECB INTERFACES

BMCs GENERATOR OIL TEMPERATURE SENSOR

When the APU bleed pushbutton is set to ON, BMC 1 or The ECB receives an analog input from this sensor which
2 sends a discrete input to the ECB which controls is an aircraft supplied component mounted on the AC
the opening of the APU Bleed Control Valve. generator.

TSO/JAR SDACs

The ECB receives a discrete input from the aircraft The ECB sends to SDACs 1 and 2, via ARINC 429 Data
signature PIN programming buses, the indications to be displayed on the ECAM APU
This open or ground signal determines whether the ECB page and shutdown information to trigger the
follows the Technical Standard Order (TSO) or the Joint corresponding warnings.
Airworthiness Requirements (JAR).
CFDS
ZONE CONTROLLER
The ECB is a type 1 computer and is connected to the
The ECB receives, via an ARINC 429 bus, an input from Centralized Fault Display System via ARINC 429 Data
the Zone Controller to control the IGV and the Bleed buses.
Control Valve position according to the demand.
The ECB sends a discrete output to the Zone Controller DMU
to signal that the APU bleed control valve is in
delivery position. The APU life data are partially stored in the DMU.
This information serves for monitoring the engine
A320/321 conditions.

The ECB receives a discrete input from the aircraft DATA MEMORY MODULE
signature PIN programming
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This identification PIN allows the ECB to identify A memory module mounted on the APU inlet plenum stores
A321 applications for functional differences from and exchanges 126 different parameters with the ECB:
those of an A320. - APU serial number
- APU operating hours and starts,
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49 - AUXILIARY POWER UNIT

49-30-00 FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS

CONTENTS:
Fuel Control Unit
Low Pressure Fuel Filter
Flow Divider and Fuel Solenoid Valve
Primary and Secondary fuel Manifolds
Dual Orifice Fuel Injector Nozzle
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FUEL CONTROL UNIT LOW PRESSURE FUEL FILTER

IDENTIFICATION IDENTIFICATION
FIN: 4005KM2 FIN:

LOCATION LOCATION
ZONE: 315 ZONE: 315

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION COMPONENT DESCRIPTION


The FCU is mounted on the lube module with a Fuel filtration to the FCU is supplied by the inlet
quick-release clamp. The entire fuel pump and control fuel filter. It is provided to trap normal pump wear
assembly are attached to the lube oil system module debris.
by means of an oil-lubricated splined drive shaft. It is a non repairable, throw-away item.
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FLOW DIVIDER AND FUEL SOLENOID VALVE

IDENTIFICATION
FIN: 4005KM1

LOCATION
ZONE: 315

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
The flow divider assembly is installed between the FCU
and the APU primary and secondary fuel nozzle
manifolds.
The assembly consists of a check valve and a normally
open fuel solenoid.
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PRIMARY AND SECONDARY FUEL MANIFOLDS

IDENTIFICATION
FIN:

LOCATION
ZONE: 315/316

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
The primary and secondary fuel manifolds are connected
to the flow divider and the combustor heat shield.
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DUAL ORIFICE FUEL INJECTOR NOZZLE

IDENTIFICATION
FIN:

LOCATION
ZONE: 315/316

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
There are 10 dual orifice fuel-nozzles installed at
equal distances around the outer case of the combustion
chamber.
Each fuel nozzle has a single tip with two concentric
discharge orifices and two fuel inlet fittings. Each
tip is replaceable.
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49 - AUXILIARY POWER UNIT

49-90-00 OIL SYSTEM COMPONENTS

CONTENTS:
Lube Module
Oil Filters
Differential Pressure Switches
Oil Cooler Assembly
De-Oiling Solenoid Valve
Oil Heater
Magnetic Chip collector and Drain Plug
Low Oil Level Switch
High Oil Temperature Sensor
Low Oil Pressure Sensor
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LUBE MODULE OIL FILTERS

IDENTIFICATION IDENTIFICATION
FIN: FIN:

LOCATION LOCATION
ZONE: 315 ZONE: 316

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION COMPONENT DESCRIPTION


The lube module is a self contained unit that There are two oil filters :
incorporates: - The pressure oil filter,
- a three element gerotor pressure pump, - the generator scavenge oil filter.
- a three element scavenge pump for clearing oil The filters remove unwanted materials from the oil.
from the generator, Each filter has a bypas valve which opens when the
- a single element gerotor scavenge pump for filter element is clogged.
clearing oil from the APU turbine bearing
cavity,
- a high pressure relief valve for controlling
the oil pressure.
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DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE SWITCHES

IDENTIFICATION
FIN:

LOCATION
ZONE: 315

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
The filter housings are equipped with two differential
pressure switches:
- a generator differential pressure switch,
- a lube reservoir differential pressure switch,
that transmit a signal to the CFDS when the filter is
clogged (differential pressure between the inlet and
the outlet of the filter of 30 psi to 40 psi).
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OIL COOLER ASSEMBLY DE-OILING SOLENOID VALVE

IDENTIFICATION IDENTIFICATION
FIN: FIN:

LOCATION LOCATION
ZONE: 315 ZONE: 316

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION COMPONENT DESCRIPTION


The oil cooler cools the oil by passing it through an The de-oil solenoid valve is installed next to the oil
air/oil heat exchanger. filters on the lube module.
A thermal bypass valve is installed at the oil cooler
inlet. It allows oil to bypass the cooler at
temperatures less than 140°F/60.0°C and flow through
the cooler at temperatures greater than 170°F/76.7°C.
If the pressure exceeds 50 psi across the thermostatic
bypass valve, the oil cooler will be bypassed.
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OIL HEATER

IDENTIFICATION
FIN: 2KT

LOCATION
ZONE: 316

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
A thermostatically controlled electric resistive
heater maintains warm oil when the APU is not in use.
The oil heater is supplied with aircraft power
independent of the APU electrical system. It has no
connection to the ECB.
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MAGNETIC CHIP COLLECTOR AND DRAIN PLUG

IDENTIFICATION
FIN:

LOCATION
ZONE: 315

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
The chip collector is a metal plug, with a magnet on
the end. It can be removed by hand.
A check valve on the drain plug prevents oil loss when
inspecting the chip collector.
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LOW OIL LEVEL SWITCH

IDENTIFICATION
FIN:

LOCATION
ZONE: 316

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
A float-mounted magnet operates the switch to supply
a discrete signal to the ECB.
The low oil level switch works only when the APU does
not operate.
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HIGH OIL TEMPERATURE SENSOR LOW OIL PRESSURE SENSOR

IDENTIFICATION IDENTIFICATION
FIN: FIN:

LOCATION LOCATION
ZONE: 315 ZONE: 315

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION COMPONENT DESCRIPTION


The oil temperature sensor is installed on the lower The Low Oil Pressure sensor is installed on the gearbox
side of the gearbox, next to the magnetic plug. It next to the fill port. It measures the low pressure
measures the temperature of the oil in the gearbox. of the oil.
The ECB monitors the oil temperature. If the oil pressure is too low, the sensor transmits
The oil temperature signal is used to control the a signal to the ECB and starts the automatic APU
de-oiling function. shutdown sequence.
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49-50-00 AIR SYSTEM COMPONENTS

CONTENTS:
Load Control Valve
Surge Control Valve
Flow Sensing Transducers
Load Compressor Inlet Temperature Sensor
IGV Actuator
Cooling Fan
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LOAD CONTROL VALVE SURGE CONTROL VALVE

IDENTIFICATION IDENTIFICATION
FIN: 110 KD FIN: 111 KD

LOCATION LOCATION
ZONE: 316 ZONE: 316

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION COMPONENT DESCRIPTION


The load Control Valve is located on the T-duct to the The surge control valve is located on the T-duct to
right of the APU. the right of the APU.
It is a solenoid controlled two-position valve It is a modulating valve controlled by a torque motor.
(open/closed). The purpose of the surge control valve is to prevent
The valve is selected by using the APU BLEED pushbutton load compressor surge on changing operating
switch, and controlled by the ECB. conditions.
The purpose of the LCV is to control bleed air flow
to the aircraft.
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FLOW SENSING TRANSDUCERS LOAD COMPRESSOR INLET TEMPERATURE (LCIT) SENSOR

IDENTIFICATION IDENTIFICATION
FIN: 117 KD FIN: 101 KD

LOCATION LOCATION
ZONE: 316 ZONE: 316

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION COMPONENT DESCRIPTION


There are 3 pneumatic pressure sensing transducers: The LCIT sensor is located on the left side of the
- total pressure transducer (PT), inlet plenum.
- differential pressure transducer (∆P), The sensor provides an input signal which is used by
- inlet pressure transducer (P2). the ECB in IGV angle computation. This signal also
The PT and ∆P transducers are located on the right serves to prevent engine compressor surge by limiting
side of the inlet plenum. the flow of fuel.
LCIT sensor failure is a class 3 failure.
The P2 tranducer is located on the left side of the
inlet plenum.
To prevent load compressor surge, the ECB calculates
the corrected airflow using the signals of the PT and
∆P by ratio of a surge margin set point (function of
T2, P2, PT, ∆P IGV position and aircraft selected
mode). It also uses P2 to prevent engine compressor
surge by limiting the flow of fuel.
Flow sensing element failures are class 1 failures.
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IGV ACTUATOR

IDENTIFICATION
FIN:

LOCATION
ZONE: 316

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
The Inlet Guide vane (IGV) actuator controls the air
flow to the load compressor.
The actuator is a hydromechanical actuator operated
by fuel and electrically controlled by a torque motor.
The ECB computes the IGV positions:
- +15°C = closed,
- +22°C = fully open.
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COOLING FAN

IDENTIFICATION
FIN: 4005KM5

LOCATION
ZONE: 316

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
A cooling fan supplies sufficient cooling air to the
oil cooler to keep the lubrication oil within the
correct temperature range.
It is driven by the accessory drive gearbox.
Cooling air also flows through the outlet into the APU
compartment.
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49-00-00 MISCELLANEOUS APU SYSTEM


COMPONENTS

CONTENTS:
Attach Rods
Starter Motor
EGT Sensor
Speed Sensor
Electronic Control Box
Data Memory Module
Drain Tank
Ignition Unit
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ATTACH RODS

IDENTIFICATION
FIN: 4065/4075/4085 KM

LOCATION
ZONE:315/316

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
During APU removal and installation, use the thread
protectors to prevent damaging the bolts.
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STARTER MOTOR

IDENTIFICATION
FIN: 8KA

LOCATION
ZONE: 313

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
The starter motor is a series wound DC motor. The motor
is totally enclosed and has overspeed protection.
It is equipped with a visual and an electrical brush
wear indicator.
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EGT SENSOR

IDENTIFICATION
FIN: 114KD, 115KD

LOCATION
ZONE: 315/316

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
Both thermocouples convert the thermal energy of the
APU exhaust gas stream into an electrical voltage
rising in proportion to the Exhaust Gas Temperature
(EGT).
The two EGT rakes (EGT sensors) are separately
connected and the ECB evaluates the average between
the two signals. In case of failure of a rake, the ECB
uses the remaining one.
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SPEED SENSOR

IDENTIFICATION
FIN: 113 KD

LOCATION
ZONE: 315

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
The speed sensor is installed at the bottom-right side
of the gearbox.
Due to the dual-coil design of the speed sensor, the
ECB receives two independent speed signals. By
comparaison the ECB evaluates the highest speed signal.
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ELECTRONIC CONTROL BOX

IDENTIFICATION
FIN: 59 KD

LOCATION
ZONE: 152

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
The Electronic Control Box (ECB) is a fully digital
electronic controller that does the primary part of
the APU system logic.
It is located in the bulk cargo compartment.
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DATA MEMORY MODULE

IDENTIFICATION
FIN:

LOCATION
ZONE: 316

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
The Data Memory Module is a nonvolatile memory device
and is installed on the APU.
The data base of the DMM stores 126 different
parameters concerning the APU life data.
Access to this data base is provided through the CFDS
(SERVICE DATA page of the APU menu).
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DRAIN TANK

IDENTIFICATION
FIN:

LOCATION
ZONE: 316

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
The drain tank is installed on the APU access door.
The capacity of the drain tank is three shutdowns of
the APU when the aircraft is on the ground.
After three shutdowns, the contents will automatically
drain when the drain system tank is full.
In flight, due to suction effect, it is automatically
drained.
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IGNITION UNIT

IDENTIFICATION
FIN: P10

LOCATION
ZONE: 315/316

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
The ignition unit is a sealed metal box assembly.
The ignition unit is shop-repairable only.
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49-11-00 APU COMPARTMENT ACCESS DOOR


OPERATION

CONTENTS:
Door Opening
Door Closure
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DOOR OPENING Use the assist handle mounted on the air inlet duct
and swing the door fully open.
In the cockpit, open the APU circuit breakers. The door hold open mechanism incorporates a
Position a work stand suitable to reach the aircraft counterbalance spring that takes most of the door
under the APU compartment. weight.
The APU doors are secured by a total of seven latches, The door will lock automatically in the door open
five latches secure the left door and two latches position.
secure the right door. No locking pins are necessary to secure the right hand
The left hand door must be opened first to gain access door in the open position.
to the latches for the right hand door. A red coloured pip-pin is provided to lock the door
Start by releasing the rear latch. hold open spring mechanism should it become necessary
Next, the three latches connecting the doors together to remove the door from the aircraft. In this event
are undone. the red pip-pin should be removed from its stowage and
As each latch is undone, secure the latch hook on the inserted in the adjacent hole with a red surround. To
latch lever. prevent injury, a placard advises against removal of
Continue to release the remaining latches. the red coloured bolt when the access door is removed.
When all latches have been released, pull the door This completes the APU door opening procedure.
open and secure with the door support strut.
The strut is stowed at the forward end of the left CAUTION: In event of door removal you must secure the
door. right access door hold-open device by
Release the strut pip-pin from the door, extend the inserting the locking pin in the locking hole.
telescopic strut and secure to the aircraft using the The pin is stowed next to this locking hole.
pip-pin.
Push the door open until the strut locks in the fully
extended position.
This completes the opening of the left hand door.
With the left hand door open, the two latches securing
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the right hand door are now visible.


The forward latch is released.
Followed by the rear latch and the door is ready to
be opened.
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DOOR CLOSURE Repeat the closing procedure for the remaining latches.
Carry out a final visual inspection to ensure that all
To close the right hand door, apply a lifting force latches are secure. This completes the APU access door
to the door with one hand, and at the same time, tap closing procedure. Finally, reset the APU circuit
the orange coloured release handle marked "PUSH" in a breakers in the cockpit.
downward, outward direction to release the overcentre
geometric lock on the door hold open mechanism.
Lift the door to the closed position, using the assist
handle on the air inlet duct.
Secure the forward and rear latches on the right hand
door.
The left door support strut must be stowed before
closing the left door.
To release the lock on the left hand door support
strut, pull down on the knurled collar. While holding
the collar down, partially close the door.
Hold the door with the left hand and with the right
hand, release the door support strut pip-pin from the
aircraft. Stow the support strut on the door. Close
the left door.
Secure the forward latch.
Ensure that the latch release lever is flush with the
latch.
Secure the rear latch.
Secure the three latches holding the left and right
doors together. To secure these latches:
- Release the latch hook by pressing the latch
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release lever.
- Engage the latch hook in the locking bracket.
- Close the latch lever.
- Ensure that the latch release lever is flush
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CONTENTS:
Warning
Fuel Drain
Electrical Connectors 1
Electrical Connectors 2
Pneumatic
Hoisting
Mounts
Support Frame
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WARNING

WARNING: Make sure that you have the correct fire


fighting equipment available.

WARNING: Do not touch the APU until it is sufficiently


cool to prevent burns when you do the
maintenance task.

WARNING: Lock the mechanism of access door 316 AR with


the pip pin when you open the access door.

WARNING: Depressurize green and yellow hydraulic


systems.

WARNING: Open, safety and tag the appropriate circuit


breakers.

NOTE: Before APU removal, on the CFDS, do the BITE


test of the APU and record the APU hours and
cycles.

NOTE: After APU installation, bleed the APU fuel line


before you start the APU (to prevent hot start).
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49-73-00 CFDS SPECIFIC PAGE PRESENTATION

CONTENTS:
General
GND Scanning
Trouble Shoot Data
Service Data
Shutdowns
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GENERAL SERVICE DATA

To gain access to the SYSTEM REPORT/TEST APU MENU, the The APU SERVICE DATA page gives the :
APU MASTER SWITCH must be set to ON. - APU serial number
The APU is a type 1 system. It is not available in - APU operating hours
CFDS back-up mode. - APU cycles
- APU oil level.
GND SCANNING
"OIL LEVEL:LOW" replaces "OIL LEVEL:OK" when the oil
quantity decreases to 4.60 l (1.22 US gal).
The GND scanning function enables system failures to
A DMM (Data Memory Module) key gives the settings of
be seen, on the ground only, whether the APU is running
118 items which allows the monitoring of the APU life
or not.
and health conditions.
When the APU runs and GND Scanning is activated, the
During the APU start procedure, the ECB reads the
failure are shown when they occur. These failures are
actual DMM data and stores it in its memory. During
not memorized.
the APU shutdown the ECB transmits the updated data
to the DMM and the old database is enlarged with the
TROUBLE SHOOT DATA
new data.

The Trouble Shoot Data key gives trouble shooting


information to each CLASS 1 and CLASS 2 fault in plain
english:
- Additional fault information,
- Fault Code Number (FCN),
- Fault classification,
- Flight phase,
- Existing other faults.
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A EVENT key gives more information about the status


of the APU and periphical systems during detection of
the faulty LRU like Fault Code Number (FCN), test mode
at time of detection (PUT/IOT/SET), status of APU
MASTER SW / STARTER CONTACTOR / APU SPEED / FLAME ON
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SHUTDOWNS

The ECB records protective shutdowns and memorizes the


following information:
- type of shutdown,
- name of faulty LRU,
- if the ECB did not detect a failed component,
it will list the most likely LRUs responsible
for the shutdown,
- date and GMT of shutdown occurence.
Access to the APU status at the time of shutdown is
available via the active key EVENT.
Access to additional troubleshooting data is available
for each detected failure via the active key LRU DATA.
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