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CATHAY PACIFIC AIRWAYS LTD

OPERATIONS MANUAL
A330-300
ENGINE RUNNING GUIDE
THIS MANUAL COMPLIES WITH HKAR
SECTION A, CHAPTER A5-3.
DAI/17/1059
PRODUCED BY FLIGHT OPERATIONS TECHNICAL TRAINING SCHOOL,
FLIGHT OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT, HONG KONG

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A330-300

1.0
REQUIREMENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.

REQUIREMENTS
GENERAL OPERATING PHILOSOPHY..........................................................1.1
ENGINE OPERATION/HANDLING ..................................................................1.2
AIRCRAFT POSITIONING ...............................................................................1.2
PERSONNEL....................................................................................................1.3
DIAGRAMS
Danger Areas - Minimum Power ...............................................................1.4
Danger Areas - Take-off Power.................................................................1.5
Wind Direction & Velocities.........................................................................1.6

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A330-300

1.1
REQUIREMENTS

REQUIREMENTS
NOTE:

EOMP 7B-9 also applies.

CAUTION:

WHEN MAINTENANCE IS PERFORMED ON ETOPS CERTIFIED


AIRCRAFT. THE ETOPS ENGINEERING POLICY MANUAL
PROCEDURES MUST BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION AT ALL
TIMES.

GENERAL OPERATING PHILOSOPHY


The engineer in charge is responsible for all aspects of the engine ground run both
inside and outside of the aircraft. The most important consideration for the engineer in
charge is the safety of his crew and aircraft.
Certain engine tests performed require High Power thrust application. Any movement
of the thrust levers from the idle stops shall be defined as High Power.
For any given abnormal or emergency condition, the first action of the engineer in
charge is to move the thrust levers to idle. This will place the aircraft in a lower and
safer energy state for continued actions if necessary.
During high power thrust application, the engineer in charge should maintain his hand
on the thrust lever(s) until power is returned back to idle. Also, during engine start the
engineer in charge should maintain his hand on the start lever until the engine has
attained stabilized idle.
Checklist items are to be read by the person in the right hand seat. Each item is to be
read along with the corresponding action. Verbal confirmation of each item is required
from the man in the left-hand seat before proceeding with the checklist.
This document does not contain any detailed powerplant tests. Detailed test
requirements must be determined from the AMM ENGINE TEST TABLE then
extracted from the Maintenance Manual. The required tests should be printed from the
MM and taken to the aircraft with this handbook.

1.2
REQUIREMENTS

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A330-300
TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

ENGINE OPERATION/HANDLING
Keep engine running time to a minimum.
Do not start engines unnecessarily.
Make all thrust lever movements slowly (30 SEC minimum over full travel unless
engine tests specify otherwise).
Keep high power operation to a minimum.
NOTE:

The above are aimed at preserving engine life and performance.

AIRCRAFT POSITIONING
For operation above mid thrust range aircraft must be facing into wind. (see
DIAGRAMS)
Avoid high power operation on a slippery surface; aircraft may slide.
If a blast fence is used ensure there is 200 FT minimum distance between the fence
and the aircraft.
Ensure ground is clear of loose objects including loose or cracked tarmac, concrete
etc in the area 40 FT (12 M) each side of the engine centerline and 60 FT (18 M)
forward from the rear of the engine.
Place run up chocks in front of wheel positions 1, 2, 3 & 4 and to the rear of wheel
positions 5, 6, 7 & 8.
WARNING:
SMALL WOODEN CHOCKS ARE NOT SUITABLE FOR ENGINE HIGH POWER
RUN. LARGE HEAVY RUBBER CHOCKS MUST BE USED ON ALL MLG
POSITIONS.

[Engine run location is to be in a clear area with no obstacle nearer than 50 meters in
front of the aircraft.]
Make sure nose landing gear is centered.
Ensure a fire extinguisher is in position and manned.
CAUTION:

USE ONLY CARBON DIOXIDE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS ON AN


ENGINE FIRE. YOU CAN USE AN ALTERNATIVE TYPE OF FIRE
EXTINGUISHER IF A CARBON DIOXIDE EXTINGUISHER IS NOT
AVAILABLE. DRY POWDER, FOAM AND WATER CAN DAMAGE
AN ENGINE.

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REQUIREMENTS

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PERSONNEL
Ensure outside crew are aware of danger areas and method of approaching an idling
engine if required (see DIAGRAMS)

- one engineer with A330/TRENT


700 engine run approval issued by Cathay Pacific or by a contracted maintenance
organization and one technically competent observer/assistant e.g. a mechanic or
engineer familiar with handling the A330 but not holding engine run approval.]
[Minimum flight deck personnel requirements are

Minimum ground crew requirements are - Two mechanics familiar with the A330. One
to be in headset communication with the flight deck during starting and leak checks,
low power running and one to man the fire extinguisher and monitor the engines and
run up area during the engine run.
The ground crew should position themselves to a safe area in sight of the flight deck
for high power operations.
WARNING:
NOSE GEAR CAN MOVE SIDEWAYS AT HIGH POWER ESPECIALLY IF
ENGINE SURGES THEREFORE PERSONNEL AND EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE
KEPT CLEAR OF THE NOSE GEAR DURING HIGH POWER RUNNING.
If there is no access step or airbridge positioned at an entry door during the run a
means of evacuation must be considered in the event of an emergency (uncontrollable
fire etc.) If a door slide is used evacuate on the side opposite the fire.

1.4
REQUIREMENTS

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DIAGRAMS
Danger Areas - Minimum Power

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CATHAY PACIFIC
A330-300

Danger Areas - Take-off Power

1.5
REQUIREMENTS

1.6
REQUIREMENTS

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TS3670/TTM/cl/REV 6 (4 MAR 04)
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Wind Direction & Velocities

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CATHAY PACIFIC
A330-300

2.0
A/C SYSTEM TESTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS
2.

AIRCRAFT SYSTEM TESTS


ENGINE TEST TABLE .....................................................................................2.1
TEST REQUIREMENTS ..................................................................................2.1
ENGINE PARAMETER RECORDING .............................................................2.2

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2.1
A/C SYSTEM TESTS

AIRCRAFT SYSTEM TESTS


ENGINE TESTS TABLE
Test #1
Test #2
Test #3
Test #5
Test #7
Test #8
Test #11
Test #13
Test #16
Test #17
Test #19
Test #20
Test #21
# Test Number

The Fuel and Oil Circulation Test


The Fuel and Oil Leak Test
The Minimum (Low) Idle and the Flight (Approach) Idle N3
Speed Check
The Engine Running-in Procedure
The Engine Performance Test
The Engine Acceleration Test
The Engine Vibration Survey
The Take-off Power Test
The LP Compressor Rotor Trim Balance
Oil System Filter Contamination Test
The LP Fuel Pump Drive Test
Examine the Engine Data Slip Plate for the EGT Trim Profile
13 (SB 73-B907)
Do a Check for Different Engine EPR Numbers
Thrust Reverser Deployment and Stowage Test (Engine
Running) Task 78-31-00-740-802-01

TEST REQUIREMENTS
When it is necessary to do a number of tests, make sure they are done concurrently to
prevent unnecessary engine running.
NOTE:

The engine test table gives the minimum tests necessary however tests can
be extended as the operator thinks necessary.

The tests are written as isolated tests. If you do more than one test as a sequence of
tests, then the engine stop and start procedures (between each test) are not always
necessary.

2.2
A/C SYSTEM TESTS

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A330-300
TS3670/TTM/cl/REV 6 (4 MAR 04)
(COMPLETELY REVISED)

ENGINE PARAMETER RECORDING


When an engine run requires any recording of engine parameter, perform ACMS
manual engine report snapshot by pressing the remote print button on the pedestal.

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A330-300

3.0
OPERATING LIMITATIONS

TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
3.

OPERATING LIMITATIONS
EGT ..................................................................................................................3.1
ROTOR OPERATION SPEED LIMITS.............................................................3.1
OIL PRESSURE ...............................................................................................3.1
OIL TEMPERATURE........................................................................................3.1
OIL CONSUMPTION LIMITS ...........................................................................3.1
EPR LIMIT ........................................................................................................3.2
STARTER LIMITATIONS .................................................................................3.2
VIBRATION GUIDELINES ...............................................................................3.2
COWLINGS ......................................................................................................3.3
ENGINE ANTI-ICE............................................................................................3.3
[GROUND OPERATION IN FREEZING FOG ................................................3.4]

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3.1
OPERATING LIMITATIONS

OPERATING LIMITATIONS
EGT
Starting:
Maximum Continuous:
CAUTION:

700C
850C

TEMPERATURES GREATER THAN 850C ARE LIMITED TO 5


MIN.

Take-off (Normally)

900C

ROTOR OPERATION SPEED LIMITS


N1
N2
N3

99%
103.3%
100%

OIL PRESSURE
The minimum oil pressure is 25 PSI. Minimum dispatch oil pressure is 35 PSI.
OIL TEMPERATURE
Minimum for starting and motoring
Minimum for operation above idle
Maximum (unrestricted)

-40C
20C
190C

OIL CONSUMPTION LIMITS


Normal oil consumption limit is 0.2 liters/hr.
Maximum oil consumption is 0.67 liters/hr.

3.2
OPERATING LIMITATIONS

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TS3670/TTM/cl/REV 6 (4 MAR 04)
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EPR LIMIT
The maximum unrestricted EPR limit is 1.54.
Do not allow the engine to stabilize at power settings between 1.16 and 1.28 EPR.
Operation in this EPR range must not exceed 30 SEC.
If an engine test requires a power setting greater than 1.464 EPR, you must provide
balance thrust by operating the opposite engine to 1.284 EPR.
STARTER LIMITATIONS
Normal Cycle
Up to 3 MIN continuous operation then run down to zero N3.
Up to a further 3 MIN continuous operation then run down to zero N3.
Up to a further 1 MIN continuous operation then run down to zero N3 and allow to cool
for 30 MIN.
Extended Cycle
Up to 5 MIN continuous operation followed by 30 MIN cool down period.
Re-engagement
Do not re-engage starter with N3 above 10 per cent.
VIBRATION GUIDELINES
Maximum LP assembly N1

3.3 units

Maximum IP assembly N2

2.7 units

Maximum HP assembly N3

4.0 units

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A330-300

TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

COWLINGS
CAUTION:

MAKE SURE THAT THE FAN COWL PANELS ARE CLOSED


BEFORE YOU OPERATE THE ENGINE ABOVE IDLE POWER.

ENGINE ANTI-ICE
You must use the engine anti-ice if the conditions specified in below occur.
NOTE:

Fog is specified as visibility lower than 1,000 M due to moisture.

TAT is below 10C and moisture (fog, rain, snow, sleet or hail) is seen; use the
engine anti-ice.

If it is necessary to use the engine anti-ice system; set the applicable ENGINE
ANTI-ICE to ON immediately after the engine gets to minimum idle.

NOTE:

Do not do the performance test procedures when the applicable ENGINE


ANTI-ICE switch on the overhead panel is ON.

Do these steps if you must do the performance test when conditions make the use of
the anti-ice system necessary.

Make sure that there is no ice on the air intake cowl before you set the anti-ice
switch to OFF.

When you must make a record of the engine indications, set the anti-ice switch
to OFF for a maximum of 60 SEC.

Immediately after you make a record of the engine indications, set the anti-ice
switch to ON.

Make sure that there is no ice on the air intake cowl before you set the anti-ice
system to OFF again.

3.4
OPERATING LIMITATIONS

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A330-300
TS7497/AMTT/cl/O.I. (9 AUG 07)

GROUND OPERATION IN FREEZING FOG


If you operate the engine in freezing fog for longer than a combined total of 45 MIN
(including Taxi in time), then perform the following core inlet de-icing procedure:
NOTE:

Freezing Fog is visibility lower than 1,000 M and an OAT < 1C

If 1C > OAT > -7C, increase engine speed to 50% N1 for 60 SEC.

If -7C > OAT > -20C, increase engine speed to 70% N1 for 50 SEC.

Note in the maintenance log that this core inlet de-icing procedure has been
accomplished.

Calculate the remaining time available to the flight crew for departure in freezing
fog conditions.

NOTE:

Rolls-Royce recommends that the aircraft is put back into operation with
each engine core sufficiently de-iced for a minimum of 40-minutes
operation(in freezing fog). Thus it is recommended that you increase the
engine speed, for the applicable time period, in the last 5-minutes of the
ground test/ operation.

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4.0
EMER/ABN PROC

TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
4.

EMERGENCY/ABNORMAL PROCEDURES
GENERAL.........................................................................................................4.1
[ENGINE FIRE .................................................................................................4.2
TAILPIPE FIRE.................................................................................................4.4
TURBINE OVERHEAT .....................................................................................4.5
APU FIRE .........................................................................................................4.6
STARTER CUTOUT FAULT ............................................................................4.8
ENG AUTOSTART FAULT...............................................................................4.9
MANUAL START FAULT - NO LIGHT UP....................................................4.10
MANUAL START FAULT - HOT START/HUNG START ..............................4.11
COMPRESSOR SURGE...............................................................................4.12]

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4.1
EMER/ABN PROC]

TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

EMERGENCY/ABNORMAL PROCEDURES
GENERAL
Items with a # Mark are memory items. These are critical items that must be actioned
from memory.
All other checklist items are reference items which are to be accomplished whilst the
checklist is read.
Proceed with all checklists items until a conditional statement is satisfied or until
CHECKLIST COMPLETE is reached.
ECAM Warnings displayed during an EGR must be actioned/cleared as applicable.
The individual in the right hand seat must not cancel an ECAM warning unless given
the clearance to do so.

4.2
EMER/ABN PROC

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A330-300
TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

ENGINE FIRE
CAUTION:
#

IF FAN COWLS
EXTINGUISHERS.

ARE

OPEN

USE

EXTERNAL

FIRE

THRUST LEVERS ......................................................................................ALL IDLE

[# MASTER WARNING LIGHT ...........................................................................PUSH]


[]
#

IDENTIFY ENGINE ...............................................................................................1/2

ENG MASTER SW .............................................................................................OFF

ENG FIRE P/B .................................................................................................PUSH

AGENT 1 & 2 ..................................................................................................DISCH

DISCH LIGHTS ...............................................................................................ILLUM

CHRONOMETER...........................................................................................START

ENG MASTER SW (opposite) ............................................................................OFF

FUEL PUMPS..............................................................................................ALL OFF

[# ATC..............................................................................................................ADVISE]
#

GROUND CREW ..........................................................................................ADVISE

IF FIRE WARNING CONTINUES 30 SEC AFTER AGENT DISCHARGE:


P/A .........................................................................................................ANNOUNCE
NOTE:

In the event evacuation is required, order all personnel onboard to proceed


immediately door #1 area and wait.

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EMER/ABN PROC

TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

[GROUND CREW.........................................................................................ADVISE
NOTE:

Advise ground engineering personnel that fire is still indicated and give
permission to fight the fire if it is safe to do so.]

APU FIRE P/B ..................................................................................................PUSH


ADIRS 1, 2, 3 ......................................................................................................OFF
APU BAT.............................................................................................................OFF
BAT 1 & 2............................................................................................................OFF
NOTE:

Keep batteries on for at least 10 SEC after switching last ENG MASTER to
OFF to allow complete closure of fuel LP valves.

EXTERNAL POWER ..........................................................................................OFF


WHEN AIRCRAFT EVACUATION IS NECESSARY:
EVACUATION ROUTE..............................................................................IDENTIFY
DOOR.................................................................................................................ARM
DOOR .......................................................................................................OPERATE
NOTE:

Ensure all personnel have evacuated prior to leaving the aircraft.


CHECKLIST COMPLETE

4.4
EMER/ABN PROC

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CATHAY PACIFIC A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE


A330-300
TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

TAILPIPE FIRE
CAUTION:

NOTE:

DO NOT USE FIRE EXTINGUISHING AGENTS ON INTERNAL


ENGINE FIRE OR TAILPIPE FIRE UNLESS MOTORING FAILS TO
BRING FIRE UNDER CONTROL.

Monitor EGT for increase or by verbal notification from the ground crew
whenever shutting the engine down especially after an aborted start attempt,
flameout/rundown incident or wet or dry motoring operation.

[# THRUST LEVERS.....................................................................................ALL IDLE]


#

ENG MASTER SW .............................................................................................OFF

PNEUMATIC PRESS .............................................................................ESTABLISH

WHEN N3 < 10%:


#

ENG START SEL ..........................................................................................CRANK

MAN START .........................................................................................................ON

WHEN BURNING STOPPED (EGT DECREASES):


GROUND CREW ......................................................................................CONFIRM
MAN START .......................................................................................................OFF
ENG START SEL ............................................................................................NORM
CHECKLIST COMPLETE

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A330-300

4.5
EMER/ABN PROC]

TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

TURBINE OVERHEAT
IF THE ECAM MESSGE TURBINE OVHT IS DISPLAYED:
NOTE:

TURBINE OVHT is a level 3 ECAM warning.

THRUST LEVERS ......................................................................................ALL IDLE

IDENTIFY ENGINE ...............................................................................................1/2

ENG MASTER SW .............................................................................................OFF

ENG MASTER SW (opposite) ............................................................................OFF


CHECKLIST COMPLETE

NOTE:

Identify the cause of the overheat.

4.6
EMER/ABN PROC

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A330-300
TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

APU FIRE
#

THRUST LEVERS ......................................................................................ALL IDLE

[# MASTER WARNING LIGHT ...........................................................................PUSH]


[]
#

APU FIRE P/B ..................................................................................................PUSH

AGENT AFTER 10 SEC .................................................................................DISCH

DISCH LIGHT ..................................................................................................ILLUM

APU MASTER SW ..............................................................................................OFF

[# ATC..............................................................................................................ADVISE]
#

ENG MASTER SWITCHES ................................................................................OFF

FUEL PUMPS..............................................................................................ALL OFF

IF FIRE WARNING REMAINS ON:


P/A .........................................................................................................ANNOUNCE
NOTE:

In the event evacuation is required, order all personnel onboard to proceed


immediately door #1 area and wait.

GROUND CREW ..........................................................................................ADVISE


ADIRS 1, 2, 3 ......................................................................................................OFF
APU BATT...........................................................................................................OFF
BAT 1, 2 ..............................................................................................................OFF
NOTE:

Keep batteries on for at least 10 SEC after switching last ENG MASTER to
OFF to allow complete closure of fuel LP valves.

EXTERNAL POWER ..........................................................................................OFF

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EMER/ABN PROC]

TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

WHEN AIRCRAFT EVACUATION IS NECESSARY:


EVACUATION ROUTE..............................................................................IDENTIFY
DOOR.................................................................................................................ARM
DOOR .......................................................................................................OPERATE
NOTE:

Ensure all personnel have evacuated prior to leaving the aircraft.


CHECKLIST COMPLETE

4.8
EMER/ABN PROC

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A330-300
TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

STARTER CUTOUT FAULT


IF THE START VALVE FAILS TO CLOSE ECAM MESSAGE START VALVE FAULT
IS DISPLAYED:
#

APU BLEED ........................................................................................................OFF

EXTERNAL PNEUMATIC PRESS......................................................................OFF

X BLEED ........................................................................................................CLOSE

[# ENGINE BLEED AIR SW (affected engine) ......................................................OFF]


#

MAN START (affected engine) ...........................................................................OFF

ENGINE MASTER SW (affected engine) ...........................................................OFF

START SELECTOR ........................................................................................NORM


CHECKLIST COMPLETE

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4.9
EMER/ABN PROC]

TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

ENG AUTOSTART FAULT


DO THESE STEPS IF THE FOLLOWING ECAM CAUTION MESSAGE IS
DISPLAYED:
ENG 1(2) START FAULT
ENG MASTER (AFFECTED ENG) ...................................................OFF
#

MASTER SWITCH (AFFECTED ENG)...............................................................OFF

ENG START SEL ............................................................................................NORM

NOTE:

Display of the above ECAM message signifies that auto start has failed to
start the engine.

NOTE:

The engineer in charge has the option to abort an auto start (Master Switch
Off) at any time if he considers such action necessary.
CHECKLIST COMPLETE

[4.10
EMER/ABN PROC

OPERATIONS MANUAL

CATHAY PACIFIC A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE


A330-300
TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)]

MANUAL START FAULT - NO LIGHT UP


IF LIGHT OFF DOES NOT OCCUR WITHIN 30 SEC OF MASTER SW ON
SELECTION:
#

MASTER SW (AFFECTED ENG) .......................................................................OFF

FUEL FLOW DECREASING .....................................................................CONFIRM

MAN START PB (AFFECTED ENG) ..................................................................OFF

ENG START SEL ..........................................................................................CRANK

WHEN N3 < 10%:


#

MAN START PB ...................................................................................................ON

DRY MOTOR ENGINE FOR 30 SEC, AFTER 30 SEC:


NOTE:

Confirm with the ground that all fuel mist from the exhaust has stopped.

MAN START P/B ................................................................................................OFF

ENG START SEL ............................................................................................NORM

INVESTIGATE AND RECTIFY THE CAUSE.


CHECKLIST COMPLETE

OPERATIONS MANUAL
A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE

CATHAY PACIFIC
A330-300

4.11
EMER/ABN PROC

TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

MANUAL START FAULT - HOT START/HUNG START

[DO THESE STEPS IF A HOT START, OR HUNG START OCCURS DURING


MANUAL STARTING:]
#

MASTER SW (AFFECTED ENG) .......................................................................OFF

FUEL FLOW DECREASING .....................................................................CONFIRM

MAN START PB (AFFECTED ENG) ..................................................................OFF

ENG START SEL ..........................................................................................CRANK

WHEN N3 < 10%:


#

MAN START PB ...................................................................................................ON

DRY MOTOR ENGINE UNTIL EGT < 100C WHILE NOT EXCEEDING THE
STARTER DUTY CYCLE:
#

MAN START P/B ................................................................................................OFF

ENG START SEL ............................................................................................NORM

INVESTIGATE AND RECTIFY THE CAUSE.


CAUTION:

CONFIRM WITH THE GROUND THAT THE FUEL MIST FROM THE
EXHAUST HAS STOPPED BEFORE DESELECTING THE MAN
START P/B.

CAUTION:

IF EGT IS HIGH ALLOW THE ENGINE TO MOTOR, OR


REENGAGE THE STARTER IF THE STARTER HAS CUTOUT.
THIS WILL ALLOW THE EGT TO DECREACE TO AN
ACCEPTABLE FIGURE.
CHECKLIST COMPLETE

4.12
EMER/ABN PROC

OPERATIONS MANUAL

CATHAY PACIFIC A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE


A330-300
TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

COMPRESSOR SURGE
NOTE:

Engine ground operation at mid to high thrust in adverse wind conditions


(e.g. turbulent, gusty or cross winds) may result in fluctuating parameters
(EPR, EGT, RPM) and, if conditions are sufficiently severe, an audible
roaring noise from the air intake.

NOTE:

Surge is identified by a sudden increase in EGT or a rumbling or banging


sound.

IN THE EVENT OF COMPRESSOR SURGE OCCURING:

[# THRUST LEVERS.....................................................................................ALL IDLE]


IF THE SURGE IS DUE TO UNSTABLE WIND CONDITIONS (WIND SHIFT/JET
BLAST etc):
EXTERNAL FACTOR(S)..........................................................................CORRECT
ENGINE TEST............................................................................................RESUME
NOTE:

Particular attention should be paid to the re-occurrence or onset of an


engine surge.

IF THE SURGE IS NOT DUE TO EXTERNAL FACTORS OR IF IT RE-OCCURS:

[# THRUST LEVERS.....................................................................................ALL IDLE]


ENGINE SHUT DOWN C/L......................................................................PERFORM
TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................................PERFORM
CHECKLIST COMPLETE

OPERATIONS MANUAL
A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE
TS3670/TTM/cl/REV 6 (4 MAR 04)
(COMPLETELY REVISED)

CATHAY PACIFIC
A330-300

5.0
CHECKLISTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS
5.

CHECKLISTS
EXTERNAL CHECKLIST .................................................................................5.1
SAFETY CHECKLIST ......................................................................................5.2
COCKPIT PREPARATION CHECKLIST..........................................................5.4
BEFORE START CHECKLIST.........................................................................5.7
AFTER START CHECKLIST............................................................................5.8
SHUTDOWN CHECKLIST ...............................................................................5.9
SECURING CHECKLIST ...............................................................................5.10

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OPERATIONS MANUAL
A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE

CATHAY PACIFIC
A330-300

5.1
CHECKLISTS

TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

CHECKLISTS
EXTERNAL CHECKLIST
ALL EXTERNAL COVERS ............................................................................REMOVED
ALL ACCESS/SERVICE PANELS....................................................................CLOSED
ENGINE COWLINGS........................................................................................CLOSED
INLETS/EXHAUSTS ...........................................................................................CHECK
NOTE:

Remove loose objects, snow/ice and inspect for structural damage.

[FLUID DRAIN PORTS.................................................................................CHECKED]


EGR CHOCKS .............................................................................................INSTALLED
LANDING GEAR LOCKS.............................................................................INSTALLED
NLG TORSION LINKS ..............................................................................CONNECTED
TOWBAR .......................................................................................................REMOVED
NLG STEERING PIN .....................................................................................REMOVED
FIRE EXTINGUISHER ..............................................................................POSITIONED
RUN UP AREA ....................................................................................................CLEAR
AIRCRAFT POSITION ...................................................................................CHECKED

[WIND DIRECTION/SPEED CHECK ...........................................................CHECKED]


EQUIPMENT/PERSONNEL ................................................................................CLEAR
CHECKLIST COMPLETE

5.2
CHECKLISTS

OPERATIONS MANUAL

CATHAY PACIFIC A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE


A330-300
TS3670/TTM/cl/REV 6 (4 MAR 04)
(COMPLETELY REVISED)

SAFETY CHECKLIST
NOTE:

The following procedure is accomplished to permit safe application of


electrical power.

EXTERNAL CHECKLIST.............................................................................COMPLETE
RESET SWS CTL PANEL ..................................................................................CHECK
BAT 1, 2 & APU BAT ................................................................................................OFF
BAT 1, 2 & APU BAT ...............................................................................CHECK > 25 V
BAT 1, 2 & APU BAT .............................................................................................AUTO
WIPERS....................................................................................................................OFF
EMERGENCY LIGHTS.............................................................................................OFF
L/G LEVER ...........................................................................................................DOWN
THRUST LEVERS ...................................................................................................IDLE
REVERSE LEVERS .............................................................................................DOWN
ENG MASTER SWS.................................................................................................OFF
ENG START SEL..................................................................................................NORM
RADAR .....................................................................................................................OFF
SPEED BRAKE HANDLE..................................................................................DISARM
ATC TRANSPONDER............................................................................................STBY
E/WD ..........................................................................................................................ON
FLAP/SLATS RETRACTED................................................................................CHECK
NOTE:

Ensure flap handle and flap position agree.

OPERATIONS MANUAL
A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE

CATHAY PACIFIC
A330-300

5.3
CHECKLISTS

TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

PARKING BRAKE ......................................................................................................ON

[EXTERNAL POWER AVAIL LT ILLUMINATED:]


EXTERNAL POWER ..................................................................................................ON

[EXTERNAL POWER NOT AVAILABLE:]


PROCEED APU START ON BATTERIES SECTION 6

[EXTERNAL POWER AVAILABLE:]


PROCEED APU START ON EXT PWR SECTION 6
CHECKLIST COMPLETE

5.4
CHECKLISTS

OPERATIONS MANUAL

CATHAY PACIFIC A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE


A330-300
TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

COCKPIT PREPARATION CHECKLIST


SAFETY CHECKLIST ..................................................................................COMPLETE
INT/DOME LIGHTS .........................................................................................AS REQD
EFIS/ECAM .................................................................................................ON/ADJUST
EMERGENCY LIGHTS............................................................................................ARM
ANNUNCIATOR LIGHTS..........................................................................TEST/CHECK
ECAM CB PAGE................................................................................................SELECT
NOTE:

Check no CB listed except for those systems deactivated.

PROBE/WINDOW HEAT ...........................................................................LIGHTS OUT


CABIN PRESS VALVE SEL SW ...................................................................GUARDED
CABIN PRESS MODE SEL PB ........................................................................MANUAL
CABIN PRESS LDG ELEV ....................................................................................AUTO
X-BLEED................................................................................................................AUTO
NOTE:

Do not use APU Bleed if ground air is connected.

APU BLEED ...............................................................................................................ON


TRIM TANK FEED SW ..................................................................................GUARDED

[EGR FUEL...................................................................................................CHECKED]
ADIRS.......................................................................................................................NAV
MCDU .................................................................................................................ON/INIT
PORT CODE ......................................................................................................INSERT
ALIGN IRS ...................................................................................................LSK PRESS

[]
RCDR GND CTL ........................................................................................................ON

OPERATIONS MANUAL
A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE

CATHAY PACIFIC
A330-300

5.5
CHECKLISTS

TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

CREW OXYGEN ......................................................................................................OFF


NOTE:

Ensure all white lights for all the systems on the overhead panel are
extinguished except: fuel pumps/cab press MAN/crew oxygen.

ENG 1 & 2 FIRE PBs ....................................................................................GUARDED


AGENTS 1 & 2 LTS EXTINGUISHED ................................................................CHECK
FIRE TEST PB.....................................................................................................PRESS

[CHECK:

ENG 1(2) FIRE WARNING ON ECAM

CRC & MASTER WARNING LT

ENG FIRE PB ILLUMINATED RED

SQUIB & DISCH LTS ILLUMINATED

FIRE LT (ON ENG PANEL) ILLUMINATED]

FADEC GND PWR..............................................................................................ALL ON


ECAM ENG PAGE.............................................................................................SELECT
OIL QTY/CHECK .....................................................................................QTY > 17 QTS
ENG INDICATIONS ............................................................................................CHECK
NOTE:

Primary and secondary engine indications should be in their normal static


condition.

ECAM.................................................................................................................RECALL
NOTE:

Review ECAM messages as applicable.

ECAM...................................................................................................................CLEAR
FADEC GND PWR............................................................................................ALL OFF
MAINT PANEL...........................................................................................ALL LTS OFF
BARO REF ...............................................................................................................STD
A/SKID & N/W STRG .................................................................................................ON

5.6
CHECKLISTS

OPERATIONS MANUAL

CATHAY PACIFIC A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE


A330-300
TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

LDG GEAR GRAVITY EXTN.........................................................................GUARDED


ACCUM PRESS & BRAKES...............................................................................CHECK
CLOCK UTC TIME ..............................................................................................CHECK
ECAM SWITCHING PANEL ......................................................................AUTO/NORM
SWITCHING PANEL .....................................................................................ALL NORM
ECAM HYD PAGE ......................................................................................CHECK QTY
RMPS ........................................................................................................................ON
ACPS SET/ADJUST...........................................................................................CHECK
LOUD SPEAKERS ............................................................................................ADJUST
VHF..................................................................................................................AS REQD

[NOTE: VHF #1 must be used for ATC communications.]


PARKING BRAKE ......................................................................................................ON
NOTE:

If during start or run up with parking brake on, the aircraft starts to move due
to a parking brake failure, immediately release the PARKING BRK handle to
restore braking by pedals.

SEAT POSITION ...............................................................................................ADJUST


RUDDER PEDAL...............................................................................................ADJUST
SEAT BELTS .....................................................................................................FASTEN
CHECKLIST COMPLETE

OPERATIONS MANUAL
A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE

CATHAY PACIFIC
A330-300

5.7
CHECKLISTS

TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

BEFORE START CHECKLIST


COCKPIT PREPERATION C/L....................................................................COMPLETE
NOTE:

Minimum items to be briefed are:


1.

Reason for the EGR

2.

Right seat responsibilities

3.

Emergency actions and communications

BRIEFING ....................................................................................................COMPLETE
ATC START UP CLEARANCE ....................................................................OBTAINED

[NOTE: Starting one engine with a door not closed will result in pack valve closure.]
THRUST LEVERS............................................................................................ALL IDLE
WINDOWS ........................................................................................................CLOSED
DOORS (ECAM) ...............................................................................................CLOSED

[]
BEACON & NAV LIGHT SW ......................................................................................ON
NOTE:

Obtain ground crew clearance for hydraulic power.

GREEN AND BLUE ELEC HYD PUMPS...................................................................ON

[]
[FUEL PUMPS ..............................................................................................ALL AUTO]
GROUND CREW CLEARANCE (START) .........................................................OBTAIN
PACKS.............................................................................................................AS REQD
ENGINE START ............................................................................................PERFORM

[FOR AUTOSTART:]
PROCEED TO AUTOSTART CHECKLIST SECTION 7

[FOR MANUAL START:]


PROCEED TO MANUAL START CHECKLIST SECTION 7
CHECKLIST COMPLETE

5.8
CHECKLISTS

OPERATIONS MANUAL

CATHAY PACIFIC A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE


A330-300
TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

AFTER START CHECKLIST


ENG START SEL..................................................................................................NORM
ECAM ENG PAGE.............................................................................................SELECT
ECAM ENG INDICATIONS .................................................................................CHECK
ECAM STATUS PAGE ......................................................................................SELECT
ECAM STATUS INDICATIONS ..........................................................................CHECK
ECAM STATUS PAGE ........................................................................................CLEAR

[NOTE: The ECAM message area from this time onwards should be kept clear to
allow the early identification of system changes or failures indicated by new
ECAM messages.]

ENG ANTI-ICE.................................................................................................AS REQD


PACKS .......................................................................................................................ON
GRD EQUIPMENT...............................................................................................CLEAR
NOTE:

To avoid thermal shock, the engine should be operated at idle for at least 5
MIN prior to advancing for high power.
CHECKLIST COMPLETE

OPERATIONS MANUAL
A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE

CATHAY PACIFIC
A330-300

5.9
CHECKLISTS

TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

SHUTDOWN CHECKLIST

[THRUST LEVERS .........................................................................................ALL IDLE]


THREE MINUTES IDLE COOLING .............................................................COMPLETE
GROUND CREW...............................................................................................INFORM
PNEUMATIC PRESS...................................................................................ESTABLISH
EXT PWR/APU GENERATOR ....................................................................ESTABLISH
NOTE:

If APU is not available, prior to last engine shutdown, establish EXT PWR
and pneumatics.

NOTE:

Normally one engine is shut down at a time.

ENG MASTER SW 1/2 .............................................................................................OFF

[FUEL FLOW/EGT .................................................................................DECREASING]


FUEL PUMPS ...................................................................................................ALL OFF
NOTE:

If a subsequent engine start is required, this checklist can be considered


complete at this point. However, prior to the next engine start the BEFORE
START CHECKLIST must be actioned.

[ATC ..................................................................................................................ADVISE]
CHECK ECAM DOOR SLIDES ....................................................................DISARMED

[BEACON .................................................................................................................OFF
NAV LIGHTS ............................................................................................................OFF
PARKING BRK..........................................................................................................ON]
FUEL USED .....................................................................................................RECORD
STEERING BYPASS PIN ................................................................................AS REQD
CHECKLIST COMPLETE

5.10
CHECKLISTS

OPERATIONS MANUAL

CATHAY PACIFIC A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE


A330-300
TS3670/TTM/cl/REV 6 (4 MAR 04)
(COMPLETELY REVISED)

SECURING CHECKLIST
SHUTDOWN CHECKLIST...........................................................................COMPLETE
GREEN AND BLUE ELEC HYD PUMPS .................................................................OFF
OXYGEN CREW SUPPLY .......................................................................................OFF
ADIRS 1, 2, 3............................................................................................................OFF
CABIN PRESS MODE SEL ...................................................................................AUTO
EFIS, ECAM, MCDUS ..............................................................................................OFF
RMPS.......................................................................................................................OFF
COCKPIT LTS ..........................................................................................................OFF
EMER EXIT LT .........................................................................................................OFF
NOTE:

Action the APU Shutdown Checklist Section 6.

APU (IF RUNNING) ....................................................................................SHUTDOWN


EXTERNAL POWER ................................................................................................OFF
BAT 1, 2 & APU BAT ................................................................................................OFF
NOTE:

Wait until after APU flap full closure (about 2 MIN after APU AVAIL light is
extinguished) before switching off the APU battery.
CHECKLIST COMPLETE

OPERATIONS MANUAL
A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE
TS3670/TTM/cl/REV 6 (4 MAR 04)
(COMPLETELY REVISED)

CATHAY PACIFIC
A330-300

6.0
APU

TABLE OF CONTENTS
6.

APU
APU ABNORMAL PROCEDURES...................................................................6.1
APU START ON BATTERY .............................................................................6.2
APU START WITH EXTERNAL POWER.........................................................6.4
APU SHUTDOWN CHECKLIST.......................................................................6.6

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OPERATIONS MANUAL
A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE
TS3670/TTM/cl/REV 6 (4 MAR 04)
(COMPLETELY REVISED)

CATHAY PACIFIC
A330-300

6.1
APU

APU
APU ABNORMAL PROCEDURES
NOTE:

With the engine(s) running, certain APU faults will not result in an APU auto
shutdown.

IF THE ECAM MESSAGE APU FAULT IS DISPLAYED:


APU MASTER SW....................................................................................................OFF
INVESTIGATE THE FAULT CAUSE

6.2
APU

OPERATIONS MANUAL

CATHAY PACIFIC A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE


A330-300
TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

APU START ON BATTERY


CAUTION:

A 60 MINUTE COOL DOWN PERIOD IS REQUIRED AFTER 3


CONSECUTIVE START ATTEMPTS. STARTER DAMAGE CAN
OTHERWISE OCCUR.

SAFETY CHECKLIST ..................................................................................COMPLETE


APU FIRE PB.................................................................................................GUARDED
AGENT LT EXTINGUISHED...............................................................................CHECK
APU FIRE TEST PB ............................................................................................PRESS

[CHECK:

APU FIRE WARNING ON ECAM

CRC & MASTER WARN LIGHT

APU FIRE PB ILLUMINATED RED

SQUIB & DISCH LIGHTS ON]

FUEL TRIM TANK FEED SWITCH ...............................................................GUARDED


EFIS/ECAM .................................................................................................ON/ADJUST
APU PAGE.........................................................................................................SELECT
APU MASTER SW .....................................................................................................ON

[CHECK:

ON LIGHT ILLUMINATES

FLAP OPEN ON ECAM APU PAGE]

NOTE:

When FLAP OPEN message appears:

APU START PB..........................................................................................................ON

OPERATIONS MANUAL
A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE

CATHAY PACIFIC
A330-300

6.3
APU

TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

[CHECK:

N & EGT RISE

AT 95%, AVAIL APPEARS ON ECAM APU PAGE

ON APU PANEL, START ON LT EXTINGUISHES

AVAIL LT ILLUMINATES]

WHEN APU OPERATION IS ESTABLISHED:


APU GENERATOR.......................................................................................CHECK ON

[APU BLEED .................................................................................................AS REQD]


APU PAGE...........................................................................................................CLEAR
NOTE:

10 SEC later ECAM APU page is replaced by DOOR/OXY page.


CHECKLIST COMPLETE

6.4
APU

OPERATIONS MANUAL

CATHAY PACIFIC A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE


A330-300
TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

APU START WITH EXTERNAL POWER


CAUTION:

A 60 MINUTE COOL PERIOD DOWN IS REQUIRED AFTER 3


CONSECUTIVE START ATTEMPTS. STARTER DAMAGE CAN
OTHERWISE OCCUR.

SAFETY CHECKLIST ..................................................................................COMPLETE


EFIS/ECAM .................................................................................................ON/ADJUST
APU FIRE PB.................................................................................................GUARDED
AGENT LT EXTINGUISHED...............................................................................CHECK
APU FIRE TEST PB ............................................................................................PRESS

[CHECK:

APU FIRE WARNING ON ECAM

CRC & MASTER WARN LT

APU FIRE PB ILLUMINATED RED

SQUIB AND DISCH LIGHTS ON]

APU MASTER SW .....................................................................................................ON

[CHECK:

ON LIGHT ILLUMINATES

APU PAGE APPEARS ON ECAM

FLAP OPEN ON ECAM APU PAGE]

NOTE:

When N and EGT amber crosses disappear.

APU START ...............................................................................................................ON

OPERATIONS MANUAL
A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE

CATHAY PACIFIC
A330-300

6.5
APU

TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

[CHECK:

N AND EGT RISE

AT 95%, AVAIL APPEARS ON ECAM APU PAGE]

WHEN APU OPERATION IS ESTABLISHED:


APU GENERATOR.......................................................................................CHECK ON
APU BLEED.....................................................................................................AS REQD
EXT POWER ...................................................................................................AS REQD
NOTE:

10 SEC later ECAM APU page is replaced by DOOR/OXY page.


CHECKLIST COMPLETE

6.6
APU

OPERATIONS MANUAL

CATHAY PACIFIC A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE


A330-300
TS3670/TTM/cl/REV 6 (4 MAR 04)
(COMPLETELY REVISED)

APU SHUTDOWN CHECKLIST


EXTERNAL POWER .......................................................................................AS REQD
APU BLEED..............................................................................................................OFF
NOTE:

Wait for an additional 120 SEC for cool down and/or NBPT operation prior to
APU master sw off selection.

APU MASTER SW....................................................................................................OFF


CHECKLIST COMPLETE

OPERATIONS MANUAL
A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE
TS3670/TTM/cl/REV 6 (4 MAR 04)
(COMPLETELY REVISED)

CATHAY PACIFIC
A330-300

7.0
MOTORING & STARTING
PROCEDURES

TABLE OF CONTENTS
7.

MOTORING AND STARTING PROCEDURES


PROCEDURE USE ..........................................................................................7.1
GENERAL.........................................................................................................7.1
ENGINE STARTING - AUTOMATIC...............................................................7.2
ENGINE STARTING - MANUAL .....................................................................7.4
EXTERNAL PNEUMATIC START PROCEDURE............................................7.6
ENGINE DRY MOTORING ..............................................................................7.7
ENGINE WET MOTORING ..............................................................................7.9

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OPERATIONS MANUAL
A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE
TS3670/TTM/cl/REV 6 (4 MAR 04)
(COMPLETELY REVISED)

CATHAY PACIFIC
A330-300

7.1
MOTORING & STARTING
PROCEDURES

MOTORING AND STARTING PROCEDURES


PROCEDURE USE
The starting procedures written in this section are formatted in the style of a checklist.
However, the procedure is not to be read during the actual engine start but should be
referenced prior to the actual engine start.
GENERAL
OIL TEMPERATURE must be above -40C before any attempt to start or motor the
engine.
The engine must be DRY MOTORED to reduce residual EGT to below 100C.
The Alternate and Parking brake systems use Blue hydraulic power whilst Green
hydraulic power supplies the Normal brakes. It also supplies the landing gear steering
system.
For these above reasons both hydraulic systems must be pressurized during ground
running operations.
If it is necessary to record the Outside Air Temperature for engine tests it is
permissible to use TAT from ECAM System Display.
During all ground running operations an alternate pneumatic source must be
maintained (APU/GRND CART OR CROSS BLEED).
Normal AUTOSTARTS are the preferred method of starting engines for ground
running.
At any time the engine is run above idle a cooling period of 3 MIN is required prior to
shutdown.
If high power run up is required ensure that the flaps are fully retracted.

7.2
MOTORING & STARTING
PROCEDURES

OPERATIONS MANUAL

CATHAY PACIFIC A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE


A330-300
TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

ENGINE STARTING - AUTOMATIC


CAUTION:

ENGINE WILL START REGARDLESS OF THRUST LEVER


POSITION; THRUST WILL INCREASE RAPIDLY TO THE
CORRESPONDING TLA CAUSING A HAZARDOUS SITUATION IF
IDLE NOT SELECTED.

BEFORE START CHECKLIST ....................................................................COMPLETE


CHRONO .............................................................................................................CLEAR
ENG START SEL .........................................................................................IGN/START
AIR PRESS ..........................................................................................CHECK > 25 PSI
ANNOUNCE START ENGINE 1(2) ..........................................................START ENG
ENG MASTER SWITCH.............................................................................................ON
CHRONO .............................................................................................................START
NOTE:

Engine parameters must be called out as observed.

UPPER ECAM

[-

CHECK N3 ROTATION]
AT 25% N3

FF INCREASES
CHECK: EGT increases within 30
SEC (MAX) after fuel is on

[-

CHECK N1 ROTATION
AT 50% N3

LOWER ECAM
START VALVE OPEN

INDICATION OF
IGNITOR (A or B)

OIL PRESSURE INCREASES

BLEED PRESSURE INDICATION


GREEN
CHECK N2 ROTATION]
START VALVE CLOSED
IGNITOR INDICATION OFF

THE

ACTIVE

OPERATIONS MANUAL
A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE
TS3670/TTM/cl/REV 6 (4 MAR 04)
(COMPLETELY REVISED)

CATHAY PACIFIC
A330-300

7.3
MOTORING & STARTING
PROCEDURES

AT STABILIZED IDLE:
CHRONO ...............................................................................................................STOP
ENGINE INDICATIONS ......................................................................................CHECK
AFTER START CHECKLIST .........................................................................PERFORM
NOTE:

Perform the after start checklist once desired engines are running.
PROCEDURE COMPLETE

7.4
MOTORING & STARTING
PROCEDURES

OPERATIONS MANUAL

CATHAY PACIFIC A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE


A330-300
TS3670/TTM/cl/REV 6 (4 MAR 04)
(COMPLETELY REVISED)

ENGINE STARTING - MANUAL


CAUTION:

AS THERE IS NO AUTOMATIC SHUTDOWN IN MANUAL START


MODE, CLOSELY MONITOR ENGINE PARAMETERS DURING
START SEQUENCE. BE PREPARED TO MANUALLY ABORT THE
START IF NECESSARY.

BEFORE START CHECKLIST ....................................................................COMPLETE


CHRONO .............................................................................................................CLEAR
ENG START SEL .........................................................................................IGN/START
AIR PRESS ..........................................................................................CHECK > 25 PSI
ANNOUNCE START ENGINE 1(2) ..........................................................START ENG
ENG MAN START PB .........................................................................................PRESS
CHRONO (F/O)....................................................................................................START
NOTE:

Engine parameters must be called out as observed.

UPPER ECAM

CHECK N3 INCREASE

LOWER ECAM
START VALVE OPEN
CHECK OIL PRESS
N2 INCREASE

AT MAX MOTORING, N3 MINIMUM 25% AND EGT< 100C:


ENG MASTER SWITCH.............................................................................................ON
CHRONO (CAPT) ................................................................................................START

UPPER ECAM
CHECK FF INCREASES
EGT INCREASE 30 SEC (MAX)
AFTER FUEL IS ON
CHECK N1 ROTATION

LOWER ECAM
CHECK IGNITION (A AND B)

OPERATIONS MANUAL
A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE
TS3670/TTM/cl/REV 6 (4 MAR 04)
(COMPLETELY REVISED)

CATHAY PACIFIC
A330-300

7.5
MOTORING & STARTING
PROCEDURES

AT 50% N3:
START VALVE .................................................................................................CLOSED
CHRONOS ............................................................................................................STOP
MAN START P/B ..........................................................................................RELEASED
AFTER START CHECKLIST .........................................................................PERFORM
NOTE:

Perform the after start checklist once desired engines are running.
PROCEDURE COMPLETE

7.6
MOTORING & STARTING
PROCEDURES

OPERATIONS MANUAL

CATHAY PACIFIC A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE


A330-300
TS3670/TTM/cl/REV 6 (4 MAR 04)
(COMPLETELY REVISED)

EXTERNAL PNEUMATIC START PROCEDURE


BEFORE START CHECKLIST ....................................................................COMPLETE
PACKS 1 AND 2 .......................................................................................................OFF
APU BLEED..............................................................................................................OFF
ENG BLEED (ALL ENGINES) ..................................................................................OFF
X-BLEED ...............................................................................................................OPEN
GRND PNEUMATIC POWER........................................................................CONNECT
AIR PRESS (ECAM BLEED PAGE) ....................................................CHECK > 25 PSI
ECAM...................................................................................................................CLEAR
AUTOMATIC START PROCEDURES ..........................................................PERFORM
AFTER ENGINE START:
GRND PNEUMATICS DEPRESSURIZED .........................................................CHECK
GRND PRESS (ECAM BLEED PAGE) .....................................................CHECK 0 PSI
ECAM...................................................................................................................CLEAR
GRND PNEUMATIC POWER..................................................................DISCONNECT
X-BLEED................................................................................................................AUTO
ENG BLEED (ALL ENGINES) ....................................................................................ON
PACKS 1 AND 2.........................................................................................................ON
AFTER START CHECKLIST .........................................................................PERFORM
PROCEDURE COMPLETE

OPERATIONS MANUAL
A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE

CATHAY PACIFIC
A330-300

7.7
MOTORING & STARTING
PROCEDURES

TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

ENGINE DRY MOTORING


COCKPIT PREPARATION C/L....................................................................COMPLETE
ENG MASTER SWITCHES ......................................................................................OFF

[THRUST LEVERS .........................................................................................ALL IDLE]


FUEL PUMPS ........................................................................................................AUTO
PACKS......................................................................................................................OFF
ECAM CB PAGE................................................................................................SELECT
FOR ENGINE #1:
CBs 1EH1 & 2EH1 (742/721VU, Q70/G03)...........................................................PULL
FOR ENGINE #2:
CBs 1EH2 & 2EH2 (742/722VU, Q71/F50)
FOR ALL AIRCRAFT:
1KC1(2) (742VU) ....................................................................................................PULL
ECAM...................................................................................................................CLEAR
GROUND CREW...............................................................................................INFORM
ENG START SEL ................................................................................................CRANK
AIR PRESS ON ENG PAGE (MIN 25 PSI) .........................................................CHECK
ENG MAN START P/B ...............................................................................................ON
START VALVE OPEN.........................................................................................CHECK
CHRONO .............................................................................................................START

[CHECK:

N3 ROTATION

POSITIVE OIL PRESSURE]

7.8
MOTORING & STARTING
PROCEDURES

OPERATIONS MANUAL

CATHAY PACIFIC A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE


A330-300
TS3670/TTM/cl/REV 6 (4 MAR 04)
(COMPLETELY REVISED)

TO STOP MOTORING:
ENG MAN START P/B ....................................................................................RELEASE
START VALVE..................................................................................................CLOSED
CHRONO ...............................................................................................................STOP
ENG START SEL..................................................................................................NORM
ECAM CB PAGE................................................................................................SELECT
FOR ENGINE #1:
CBs 1EH1 & 2EH1 (742/721VU, Q70/G03)........................................................RESET
FOR ENGINE #2:
CBs 1EH2 & 2EH2 (742/722VU, Q71/F50)
FOR ALL AIRCRAFT:
1KC1(2) (245VU) .................................................................................................RESET
PACKS...................................................................................................................AUTO
ECAM...................................................................................................................CLEAR
FUEL PUMPS...........................................................................................................OFF
PROCEDURE COMPLETE

OPERATIONS MANUAL
A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE

CATHAY PACIFIC
A330-300

7.9
MOTORING & STARTING
PROCEDURES

TS7497/AMTT/cl/REV 7 (9 AUG 07)

ENGINE WET MOTORING


COCKPIT PREPARATION C/L....................................................................COMPLETE
ENG MASTER SWITCHES ......................................................................................OFF

[THRUST LEVERS .........................................................................................ALL IDLE]


ECAM CB PAGE................................................................................................SELECT
FOR ENGINE #1:
CBs 1EH1 & 2EH1 (742/721VU, Q70/G03)...........................................................PULL
FOR ENGINE #2:
CBs 1EH2 & 2EH2 (742/722VU, Q71/F50)
ECAM...................................................................................................................CLEAR
FUEL PUMPS ........................................................................................................AUTO
PACKS......................................................................................................................OFF
GROUND CREW...............................................................................................INFORM
ENG START SEL ................................................................................................CRANK
OIL QUANTITY ...................................................................................................CHECK
AIR PRESS (ECAM BLEED PAGE) ....................................................CHECK > 25 PSI
ENG MAN START P/B ........................................................................................PRESS
START VALVE OPEN.........................................................................................CHECK

[CHECK:

N3 ROTATION

POSITIVE OIL PRESSURE]

7.10
MOTORING & STARTING
PROCEDURES

OPERATIONS MANUAL

CATHAY PACIFIC A333 ENG RUNNING GUIDE


A330-300
TS3670/TTM/cl/REV 6 (4 MAR 04)
(COMPLETELY REVISED)

WHEN N3 > 25%:


ENG MASTER SWITCH.............................................................................................ON
FUEL FLOW........................................................................................................CHECK
CHRONO .............................................................................................................START
15 SEC MAXIMUM AFTER FUEL FLOW:
ENG MASTER SWITCH...........................................................................................OFF
FUEL FLOW ZERO.............................................................................................CHECK
MOTOR ENGINE FOR 60 SEC...................................................................COMPLETE
ENG MAN START P/B ....................................................................................RELEASE
ENG START SELECTOR .....................................................................................NORM
START VALVE CHECK ....................................................................................CLOSED
CHRONO ...............................................................................................................STOP
ECAM CB PAGE................................................................................................SELECT
FOR ENGINE #1:
CBs 1EH1 & 2EH1 (742/721VU, Q70/G03)........................................................RESET
FOR ENGINE #2:
CBs 1EH2 & 2EH2 (742/722VU, Q71/F50)
PACKS...................................................................................................................AUTO
ECAM...................................................................................................................CLEAR
FUEL PUMPS...........................................................................................................OFF
PROCEDURE COMPLETE

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