AW139 Air Cond Training
AW139 Air Cond Training
AW139 Air Cond Training
Training on
Ventilation/Forced Ventilation/Heating
and Air Conditioning System of the
AB139 Helicopter
Under no circumstances should this document be used as a reference
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
Table of Contents
Abbreviations
General description
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
Ventilation
Enter
Deleted
Forced Ventilation
Enter
Deleted
Ventilation/Heating
Enter
Cabin LP switch
Cockpit TS2
Cabin TS2
Cockpit LP switch
Cockpit evaporator
fans Cockpit TS1
EATS
Cockpit FV’s CockpitTemp. Sensor
General Description
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Environmental Control System on the AB139 is divided in several subsystems which
are the Ventilation and the Heating system optimised by an Air Conditioning System.
- Heating is generated by mixing bleed air from the engine with outside ram air flow in a jet
pump and by diffusing it into the helicopter through a low pressure ducting system.
- Fresh air is provided by outside Ram Air flow controlled by Flapper Valves and
distributed into the helicopter trough a low pressure ducting system.
- Cooling is provided by two splitted vapour cycle systems dedicated respectively to the
cockpit an cabin zones.
*High and low pressure ducts are provided for the heating and the air conditioning system.
Ventilation Return
Deleted
91100A010000
Ventilation COCKPIT CONTROL PANEL
3G2120V00351
001 1
91100A010001
Ventilation COCKPIT CONTROL PANEL NVG
3G2120V00352
6034A010001
002 Ventilation Cockpit FLAPPER VALVE 2
3G2120V00651
8013A030000
003 Ventilation COCKPIT fan 2
3G2120V00553
6035A010001
004 Ventilation Cabin FLAPPER VALVE 3G2120V00851
Forced
Ventilation
91102A010000
Forced ventilation COCKPIT CONTROL PANEL
3G2121V00351
1
91102A010001
Forced ventilation COCKPIT CONTROL PANEL NVG
3G2121V00352
8012A030000
CABIN fan 1
3G2121V00551
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VENTILATION SYSTEM
LTS provides two different cockpit and cabin ventilation systems, called Ventilation and
Forced ventilation.
For the cockpit, two separate, similar (left and right) systems provide air for pilot and co-pilot
ventilation. Outside ram air enters in each system through air intakes positioned under the
nose section. Outside ram air flow is controlled by two electrically-actuated flapper valves.
Forced air for ventilation or defogging is provided by two 2-speed axial fans. The fans are
manually-controlled by the crew in Off, Low Speed, or High Speed. Control of both flapper
valves and both fans is effected by a common rotary switch.
Air is then distributed to the front face gasper outlets, the main windshield diffusers and the
side windows diffusers.
For the cabin, outside ram air enters the system through an air intake located in the forward
pylon fairing on the cabin roof. Outside ram air flow is controlled by an electrically-actuated
flapper valve.
Air is then distributed via a plenum to two separate lateral manifolds.
VENT
CREW
FAN
LOW FAN
HIGH
ON
OFF
PAX VENT CTRL
CREW
ON
OFF PAX
CONTR 2-position switch control the availability of the passenger control panel.
When «CREW» is selected, the control of the cabin area is done by the cockpit panel.
When «PAX» is selected, the control of the cabin area is done by the passenger panel.
The Cabin Control Panel (P/N 3G2120V00351) interfaces with:
- the cabin flapper valve
The VENT indication light on the Cabin panel is illuminated when “PAX” has been
selected on the Cockpit panel.
OFF - Cabin FV “Opened” (Open means Ram Air closed)
ON – Cabin FV “Closes” (Closed means Ram Air opened)
Water Fan
Air intake Flapper valve
separation
duct Plenum Main winshield
Demister
To control panel
Lower Side
Window Demister
FORCED VENTILATION
Return
The Forced ventilation system comprises the basic ventilation installation with
the addition of a single 2-speed axial fan for the cabin system,
Control of the flapper valve and the fan is effected by a common rotary switch.
The CABIN fan is controlled manually by the crew on the cockpit control panel VENT in
OFF, LOW or HIGH speed mode when "CREW" selected or from the cabin panel by the
passengers when "PAX" selected.
Nota: For Air Conditioning option, the air flow across the cabin evaporators is provided
by the cabin fan and a second additional fan.
The air conditioning option allows to run the cockpit and cabin fans in recirculation mode
(override of the VENT Switch).
The COCKPIT panel for Forced Ventilation (P/N 91102A010000/3G2121V00351) interfaces with:
- the cabin fan (Qty 1)
- the cockpit fans (Qty 2)
- the cabin (Qty 1) and cockpit flapper valves (Qty 2)
The CABIN panel for Forced Ventilation (P/N 91103A010000) interfaces with (Air cond.
Option):
- the cabin fan (1) Cabin Control Panel
- the cabin flapper valve (1) P/N 91103A010000
control of all fans (off/low/high), and flapper valves (open/close) in the Upper Side
Window Demister
cabin and cockpit zone.
When VENT CTRL "PAX" selected, the cabin panel allows independently
Main winshield
the control of the cabin fan (off/low/high), and flapper valve (open/close). Demister
Fan
Cabin ventilation
Side vents manifold Air intake
Fan
Air intake Flapper valve AFT Fan
Lower Side
Window Demister
Side vents manifold
Ventilation / Forced
Ventilation System Control :
Fwd Ventilation :
If cockpit fans are operating, then the control panel sends the " Forward Ventilation On "
discrete signal to the helicopter general displayer (MAU).
Aft Ventilation :
If cabin fan is operating, and cabin flapper valves are not fully closed, then the control
panel sends the " After Ventilation On " discrete signal to the helicopter general displayer
(MAU).
Ventilation Failure:
If AFT-FAN-FAULT is active or FWD-FAN1-FAULT is active or FWD- FAN2-FAULT is
active, then the control panel sends the " Ventilation Failure " discrete signal to the
helicopter general displayer.
Ventilation Failure in air conditioning configuration COND NORMAL selected:
The ‘‘A/C-FAILURE’’ signal blinks if one of the two evaporator fans is in default, but the
system keeps functioning in damage mode.
Air is then distributed to the different outlets, front faces Main winshield
Demister
outlets, main windshield and side windows diffusers.
Upper Side
Window Demister
Lower Side
Window Demister
The outside Ram air flow is supplied by an Open/Close flapper valve controlled manually by
the crew with a 2 position switch on the cockpit control Panel or by the cabin panel provided
“VENT CONTR PAX” being selected.
VENT
CREW
FAN
LOW FAN
HIGH
ON
OFF
PAX VENT CTRL
CREW
ON
OFF PAX
Air is then distributed via the plenum to both lateral manifolds, each one being separated
supplying fresh air via singular gaspers to the passengers.
Water
Air intake separation
Flapper valve Fan
duct
Plenum
To control panel
DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION
Fan
Pluged Heating
System
connections
Simple
Flapper
Valve
The ventilation system distribution ducting for cockpit and cabin is the basic version for the
helicopter.
General information:
The pilot drives the Flapper Valves from the cockpit panel, to open or shut off the ram air intakes
of cabin and cockpit low pressure distribution system.
Installation:
The valves are located after the ram air intakes of the ECS before fans.
They are attached to the structure by metallic brackets and to the ducting with minox clips.
The mounting brackets ensure bonding between the valve and the helicopter.
Pressure drop (valve full open) :
With a nominal Cockpit flow of 125g/s = 0,2 mbar
With a nominal Cabin flow of 350 g/s = 0,3 mbar
Fan characteristics:
Power supply: 28Vdc
Normal working temperature range: - 40°C to + 70°C
Low speed flow rate at 30°C and at see level: 7350 rpm
High speed flow rate at 30°C and at see level: 14200 rpm / 6.5 A
Max. current consumption: 7 A (start up 14 A)
Weight: 0.9 kg
Cockpit Fan 8013A030000 /3G2120V00553 Pin Location (idem for FAN 2):
Fan characteristics:
Power supply: 28 Vdc
Normal working temperature range: - 40°C to max. + 85°C
Low speed flow rate at 30°C and at see level: 7500 rpm / 5A
High speed flow rate at 30°C and at see level: 13200 rpm / 17A
Nominal current consumption: 16 A (start up 23 A)
Weight: 1,6 kg
Forced Ventilation
Connector J01
IMPORTANT:
Loose of FWD FAN-CTL order result automatically into a Fan « High speed » order!
1) NO air flow on left or/and right side (both sides are completely independant):
Check power supply to the fan (FWD-FAN-ON [to confirm remove jumper 15 – light goes «Off»]
if o.k. (fan running) – check connections of the distribution ductings,
no 28Vdc power supply (BOB FWD-FAN-ON light «Off») – check wiring
and power supply to the Cockpit Panel
wiring and power supply o.k. – replace Cockpit panel
2-b) Low flow and Fan running in low and high speed mode
Check power supply order to the flapper valve(s) which should be fully close –
BOB FWD FV CMD green light «On » (Jumper-23), (close = re-circulation close,
ram air open)
Confirm visualy the position of the FV on the indicator
If FWD FV-CMD o.k. and valve still open - BOB FWD FV Full Close green light
"OFF« [Jumper 51], - check wiring and 28Vdc on FV connector
If wiring and 28Vdc O.K. - replace concerned FV
BOB FWD FV CMD light «Off » – check wiring and 28Vdc power supply to the
Cockpit panel between jumper 25 and 32
If O.K. - replace Cockpit Panel
« PAX » selected for Cabin panel check wiring and if o.k. - replace cabin panel
3) Flow misbalance between left and right side, (Fan running in low and high speed
mode, Flapper valve open)
-Look for a leakage located either on the plenum connection or on the manifold and lateral
diffusers. Do Not check the upper deck zone.
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HEATING
AND
VENTILATION SYSTEM
91104A010000
HEATING COCKPIT CONTROL PANEL + Crew switch
3G2140V00351
1
91104A010001
HEATING COCKPIT CONTROL PANEL - NVG
3G2140V00352
14422A030001
TEMPERATURE CONTROL VALVE 1
3G2140V00751
FACIAL E-SEAL JOINT 3475 4
1'' HP Check valve 3G2140V00651 2298A020000 2
12771A010001
HIGH PRESSURE DUCT Left 1
12773A010001
12772A010000
HIGH PRESSURE DUCT Right 1
12774A010001
HP Duct 12760A020001 2
HP Duct 12761A020001 1
TCV
Check valves
HCB
91106A010000
Heating + Forced ventilation COCKPIT CONTROL PANEL
3G2141V00351
1
91106A010001
Heating + Forced ventilation COCKPIT CONTROL PANEL NVG
3G2141V00352
8012A030000
CABIN fan 1
3G2121V00551
Heating System
The heating system consists of the elements described on the following schematic and
a distribution system.
AMBIANT AIR
ENG1
SOV1 (1)
CV1 (2)
TCV (4)
BAD (3)
JP (5)
ADTS (7) DOTS (8)
CV2 (2)
SOV2 (1)
ENG2
HCB (6)
Heating System
Jet Pump
Distribution ducting:
Fan
From Heating
System
Flapper
Valve
The Heating Control Box and the Cockpit Panel controls and monitors the Heating System
according to the pilot demand.
An overheat protection (DOTS: Duct Overheat Temperature Switch ) is provided to shut off the
system if required.
Two modes are basically proposed for the system :
Semi-automatic mode where the control box controls the blowing temperature in
accordance with the selected temperature set by the crew on the cockpit panel.
Manual mode to insure the safety defogging mode, in case of automatic mode failure
The Cockpit Control Panel for Heating and Ventilation System interfaces with:
- the cockpit fans (Qty 2)
- the cabin (Qty 1) and cockpit flapper valves (Qty 2)
- the Shut Off Valves (SOV1 & SOV2)
- the Temperature Control Valve ( TCV ) (Qty 1)
- the Heating Control Box ( HCB ) (Qty 1)
HP Duct
12771A020000
HP Duct
12761A020000
HP Duct
12772A020000
HP Duct
12760A020000
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PILOT INTERFACES
HTR VENT
HTR CREW
TEMP FAN
AUTO
Man CONTR
MAN LOW FAN
HIGH
AUTO
Auto ON
MIN MAX OFF
OFF
PAX CONTR
SOV
MAN HTR
1 Normal 2 CREW
CLOSE
ON
NORMAL
Close OFF PAX
1 potentiometer
MIN MAX
2 switches
ON
OFF
VENT
91101A010000 or 91101A010001 (NVG)
Cabin Control Panel
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HEATER part :
Note: The switch can moved back to the ‘’ NORMAL ‘’ position after turning HTR switch to “OFF”
or by cutting off the 28VDC to the control panel.
« OFF » selected, the Heating Control Box is switched “Off”, both SOV’s are closed. The pilot can choose
ventilation mode.
« AUTO » selected, the Heating System is in automatic mode. The pilot can choose ventilation mode.
Note: When ventilation mode is selected along with heating the FV’s are in “Close” position, that means ram
air “Open and cold air is mixed with the warm air from the heating system.
Both SOVs are open, the HCB is switched "On", and controls automatically the blowing temperature (only if at
least one of the SOV is open). For proper selection, the control panel sends a discrete signal, and the HCB
controls the blowing temperature by modulating the TCV according to temperature demand, which is set by the
pilot using the rotary potentiometer.
The manual control of the TCV with the HMV rotary toggle switch is hence inhibited.
« MAN » selected, the Heating Control Box is switched “Off” (no automatic overheat protection anymore).
The pilot can choose ventilation mode.
Note: When ventilation mode is selected along with heating the FV’s are in “Close” position, that means ram
air “Open and cold air is mixed with the warm air from the heating system.
Both SOVs are open, and the control of the Heating System is done by direct TCV motor command from the
TEMP CONTR in rotary toggle switch position (up-side down), which allows to adjust manually the blowing
temperature.
Note: In “MAN” mode, it takes about 5 seconds to move the TCV in full open position. Therefore, to avoid
any system overheat, do activate carefully the toggle switch to not move the TCV to full open position.
“TEMP CONTR”
A rotary potentiometer/toggle switch is provided to either adjust in “AUTO” mode the
temperature demand or to act as a “Toggle switch” in “MAN” mode.
When HTR ”AUTO” is selected, the potentiometer controls via the Heating Control Box the
Temperature in cabin and cockpit.
When « OFF » or « MAN » is selected, the potentiometer has no function.
HEATER VENT
HTR CREW
Enter
SYSTEM CONTROL
*With VENT CTRL "PAX" selected on the cockpit control panel the cabin panel
controls the cabin flapper valve.
*With VENT CTRL "PAX" selected on the cockpit control panel the cabin panel controls
the cabin flapper valve and the cabin fan.
Cockpit
panel pin
location:
Detailed Operation
Heating System
Added to the cockpit and cabin ventilation system, this configuration includes the heating
functions which consists of the elements shown here below.
The Heating Control Box and the Cockpit Control Panel control the proper function of the
heating system and provides alarm and overheat protection.
The basic heating system uses bleed air from the compressor discharge port of each engine.
The bleed flow is limited down to 2% of the total air flow of each engine by restrictions.
The bleed air is routed from each engine port to a Shut-Off Valve (1) Check valve (2) avoids
any back flow from one engine to the opposite engine.
AMBIENT AIR
ENG1
SOV1 (1)
CV1 (2)
TCV (4)
BAD (3)
JP (5)
ADTS (7) DOTS (8)
CV2 (2)
SOV2 (1)
ENG2
HCB (6)
Via the Bleed Air Tubes – BAD (3), hot engine air under high pressure is routed to the
Temperature Control Valve (4) which controls the quantity of bleed air to be mixed in the Jet
Pump (5) with the air outside ambient air.
An additional injector which by-pass the TCV in case of TCV malfunction, enables a minimum
heating system operation.
The mixed airflow is controlled by the Heating Control Box (6) by comparison between the
blowing temperature measured by the Air Duct Temperature Sensor (7) and the selected
temperature, given by the Cockpit Control Panel potentiometer(9).
In case of overheat non-detected by this sensor, the Duct Overheat Temperature Switch (8)
closes directly the shut-off valves.
The Shut-Off Valves and the Temperature Control Valve can also be controlled manually by
the pilot via the Cockpit Panel (9).
The mixed air is ducted to the delivery distribution ducts (10).
7
43
HTR Failure
HELICOPTER
Temp -CTL1-REF
12 HCB
+ 28 Vdc1
AUTO -HTR-SEL
12 10 11 41 8 9 M
F
AUTO
FWD-FAN-ON FWD FAN 1 0 Vdc1
OFF Selection and Speed
PAX E
Control
HIGH B
VPWR1 LOW FWD-FAN-CTL D
ON A
OFF M
HIGH F
LOW ON
OFF J01 E
Selection and Speed
55 Control
CREW B
HIGH F
VPWR1 LOW 15 A
ON M
OFF D
HIGH 16
LOW ON FWD FAN 2
OFF 51
PAX/CREW AFT-FV-CMD-H AFT FV
VPWR1
HIGH 21 4
LOW
AFT-FV-CMD-L M
ON
OFF
22 3
HIGH
LOW 5 6
ON
OFF
6 FWD FV1
FWD-FV-CMD-H
4
VPWR1 PAX/CREW FWD-FV-CMD-L M
HIGH 23
LOW 24 3
ON
OFF 5 6
HIGH
LOW
ON FWD FV2
OFF
7 4
M
3
5 6
49 48
EATS 3 45
+28 Vdc2
4 2 46
3 HCB 44
0 Vdc2 HELICOPTER
40 34 14 15 36
9
TCV -FO
VPWR2 J01
TCV -REF TCV
HTR 37
MAN/OFF 5
+ TCV-CMD-OPEN-OUT
Speed AUT O 38 3
-
option MAN/OFF 1
+ TCV-CMD-CLOSE-OUT
- AUTO 39
M
2
TCV-CMD-CLOSE-IN
3
TCV-CMD-OPEN- IN 4
2
TCV -FC
SOV1
36
HTR
CLOSE
VPWR2 AUTO/MAN SOV1-ON
NORMAL 53
OFF CLOSE
SOV1-CMD SOV1
AUTO/MAN A
NORMAL 29
SOV 1 OFF
B
SOV2
AUTO/MAN CLOSE
SOV2-ON A DOTS
NORMAL 54
OFF CLOSE
AUTO/MAN SOV2-CMD SOV2
SOV 2 NORMAL 30 A
OFF
B
SOV1 -ON B
SOV2 -ON
FWD-VENTILATION
48
VENT-FAILURE
34
AFT -VENTILATION
LOGICS 49
FWD-FAN1-FAULT
35 C FWD-FAN1
FWD-FAN2-FAULT
44 C FWD- FAN2
AFT -FAN1-FAULT
50 E AFT -FAN 1
43
CASE GND
33 * Forced ventilation configuration
+28 Vdc1
VPWR1 25 E AFT -FAN 2
0 Vdc1
32
+ 5 Vdc * ECS configuration
0 - 5v 40
DIMMING
VPWR2 0 Vdc
LAMPS DIMMING
47
J01 cc protection
26 31 20
Heater on HELICOPTER
0 Vdc2
+28 Vdc2 17 18 26 10 37 50 38 39
8 9 13 7 5 4 6 12
MAINTENANCE
CONNECTOR
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The loop controls the temperature by comparing a reference which is set by the pilot
with the real temperature measured by the Temperature Sensor.
The error thus obtained via un internal logic drives the Temperature Control Valve,
taking care to avoid excessive overheating of the Heating Ducts.
The comfort in the cabin is adjust by the pilot who adapts the blowing temperature as a
function of outside conditions, thermal loads in the cabin, etc...
After Ventilation :
If cabin fan is operating, and cabin flapper valves are not fully closed; then the control
panel sends the " After Ventilation On " discrete signal to the helicopter general
displayer (MAU).
Ventilation Failure:
If AFT-FAN-FAULT is active or FWD-FAN1-FAULT is active or FWD- FAN2-FAULT is
active , then the control panel sends the " Ventilation Failure " discrete signal to the
helicopter general displayer.
Ventilation Failure:
The Cockpit and cabin flapper valves even failed closed are NOT triggering the Ventilation
failure.
Heater On:
If SOV1 open command is active or SOV2 open command is active; then the control panel
sends the " Heater On " discrete signal to the helicopter general displayer.
Heater Failure:
If DOTS is open ( T°³ 85°C ) , or regulated temperature is incorrect and ‘’HTR’’ selected,
or others electronic conditions as EATS broken (open circuit) and Temp. Potentiometer
defect (open circuit); then the HCB sends the " Heater Failure " discrete signal to the
helicopter general displayer.
Nota: Air COND selection is associated to three additional signals (Forward Ventilation On,
After Ventilation On and NO Ventilation Failure).
if [(SOV1 is open or SOV2 is open) and (Duct Overheat Thermal Switch (DOTS) is
active then the " Heater Failure " discrete signal shall be sent to the helicopter general
displayer (MAU).
if { [HTR is selected and (SOV1 is open or SOV2 is open)] and [(Duct temperature
sensor is in open circuit or External temperature sensor is in open circuit or
potentiometer is in open circuit)] } then the " Heater Failure " discrete signal shall be
sent to the helicopter general displayer (MAU).
- if { [HTR is selected and (SOV1 is open or SOV2 is open)] and [fault conditions are
all inactive] then (TCV power stage is controlled according to PWM signal and error
sign signal) else wise (TCV power stage is activated at maximum speed to close TCV).
NOTA : Memorized fault signals must be read and reseted using Special Failure read-
out Box 92599A010000.
Sensor open circuit: external temperature > 45°C or duct temperature > 80°C
EATS
EATS FAULT
MODUL
DOTS
FAULT HTR-FAILURE
DOTS FAULT
MODUL MODUL
ADTS
ADTS FAULT FAULT
MODUL MEMORY
CTL1 FAULT-READ
TEMPERATURE FAULT-RESET
FAULT
CONTROL1
MODUL FAULT-TEST
Heating System
Main Component
description
92177A020000
The HCB drives the Heating system. It monitors the sensors and warns the crew when a fault
occurs.
The Electronic Control Box is an analog & logic array card fitted inside a metallic housing.
Function:
The valve shuts off the engine hot air supply of the high pressure bleed ducting when
heating is not selected by the pilot or forbidden for safety reasons.
The valve is a fail safe component (in close position).
Description:
The shut-off valve is a solenoid operated in-line valve. A piston acting as a valve displaces
inside a cylinder, machined in a “1” inch diameter body.
The piston is kept at rest against its seat by a spring.
When energized, the solenoid vents air from the valve servo-chamber, thus causing piston to
open. Valve remains open as long as solenoid is energized.
When solenoid is de-energized, puppet valve shuts vent port and opens pressure port,
compressed air through a filter pushes piston against the seat to close position.
Piston rings avoid too large internal leakages.
(GND)
Overall view:
The check valve with a 1 inch diameter, is a non return valve connected to the bleed ducting
branch close to the engine port. This is a double flap stainless steel check valve.
Similar check valves are already used on Jaguar, Tornado and Eurofighter Aircraft.
Characteristics:
Normal operating temperature (short time): 231°C (270°C) up to 403°C (436°C) max.
Ambient temperature: -40°C to +130°C
Storage temperature: -55°C to + 85°C
Weight: 50g
Internal leakage closed in non return position: <1 g/mn at 8 bar
Function:
The temperature control valve is driven either by the pilot in “Manual” or by the HCB in “Auto”
mode.
It modulates the amount of hot air to be injected in the jet pump to control the heating
temperature for the cockpit and cabin zone.
Description:
The temperature control valve body, is a cylindrical carbon plug valve with stainless "1" inch
steel body.
It is driven by an electric actuator mounted on an insulated base to limit the thermal conduction
towards the actuator.
Description:
The valve is composed of :
· a stainless steel body with machined female ports
· a cylindrical carbon plug
· a shaft which transmits the rotational movement of the plug by a tenon-mortise type
drive
· a spring washer which pushes the plug and the shaft onto the seal
· a cap to maintain the spring
The tightness at the bearing is ensured by a seal
The tightness on the cap is ensured by the lip which is an integral part of the cap
An electrical heating muff covers the valve body and is automatically supplied by 28Vdc in
case of sub-zero temperatures.
Two thermo switches control the electrical supply of the heater
Characteristics:
Nominal supply voltage : 28 VDC (limit 17 Vdc to 32 Vdc)
Current consumption : < 0.6 Amp (1.8 Amp with heating)
Maximum operating pressure : 12.7 bar
Maximum operating temperature : 436 °C
Ambient operation temperature : - 40°C to + 130°C
Opening, closing time : ≤4s
Internal leakage under 12 bar rel. pressure: < 12 l/mn
Weight: 700 g
Function:
The jet pump is the heating system hot air generator.
It produces a hot air flow using temperature and pressure of engine bleed air.
The expansion of bleed air at high pressure and temperature through the injector sucks and
warms up a large amount of outside fresh air.
The generated hot air flow is therefore a mixture of extremely hot engine bleed air and
external fresh air.
Bleed flow
Description :
The main components of the Jet Pump are:
A Composite Mixing Unit (a venturi and a mixing chamber in one assy)
A twin stainless steel Injector
An insulation plate installed between Mixing unit and Injector
The jet pump provides sufficient heat to cockpit and cabin using HP engine bleed air (maximum
2% of each engine).
A tube directly connected to the injector of the Jet Pump, by-passes the TCV if failed closed.
This ensures a minimum temperature of 18°C and prov ides comfort to the cockpit and cabin
within the full flight envelop:
Altitude [0-20000ft] , External temperature [-40,+50°C]
The calculated heat power of the jet pump is 13 kW .
Characteristics:
Maximum operating pressure - Mixing Unit: 0,1 bar above atmosphere
Maximum operating pressure - Injector: 12.0 bar
Maximum operating temperature - Mixing Unit: 85°C (short time 120°C)
Maximum operating temperature - Injector: 403
Max. short time operation temperature: 436°C
Mixing Unit flow rate: 500 g/s
Injector flow rate: 170 g/s
Ambient operation temperature : - 40°C to + 85°C
Weight: 0,9 Kg
By-pass tube
Injector
Mixing Unit
ADTS location
DOTS location
Functions:
The high-pressure ducting is used to supply air from the two engines bleed ports to the jet
pump.
It interfaces with the shut off valves, the check valves and the temperature control valve.
The ducting crosses the upper deck firewall and 2 different parts of the helicopter:
Description:
• P/N 12758A020000 & 12579A020000
Flexible hoses located in the engine compartment. The hose will compensate engine
displacement and vibration.
The duct is connected
- to the engine ports with an orifice plate to limit the bleed flow to 2% of the total engine flow
- to the shut off valves
• P/N 12760A020000
Rigid duct located underneath the engine department connected to the shut off valves
through a SM coupling and including the support flange of the check valve.
Description:
• P/N 12761A010001
Rigid duct located underneath the engine compartment including a Tee junction and a
flexible hose to compensate thermal growth and pressure loads. The duct is connected to
the Temperature control valve and includes the check valves supporting flanges.
Maximum operating condition: 12 bar at 230°C or sho rt time 11,7 bar at 436°C
HP Duct 12759A020000
HP Duct
020000
12761A010001
HP Duct
020000
12758A010000
HP Duct
020000
12760A010001
The ducts located underneath the engine compartment (P/N 12760A01 & 12761A01) are
insulated to limit their skin temperature at 200°C, under fuel flammability.
Function:
The sensors are providing a temperature information to the HCB (Heating Control Box):
The HCB use the temperature information from both sensors and compares it with the
temperature demand coming from the Cockpit Panel potentiometer.
Thus to adjust the TCV flap position to obtain the desired ambient temperature in the cockpit
and cabin zone of the helicopter.
Description:
Single Sensitive element allowing air to be circulated directly to the measurement component
housing whit an optimum response time and accuracy. The ADTS is installed on the jet-
pump.
Characteristics
Operating temperature range: - 40°C to + 125°C
Storage temperature range: - 55°C to + 125°C
Type : PT1000
Accuracy: 0°C to +85°C ± 1°C
Response Time with flow 5 m/s: 15 seconds
for 50 m/s: 6 seconds
Weight: ≤ 100 g
The EATS installed in the helicopter front section under the cockpit/cabin and of the PT500
type.
Characteristic
• 28Vdc - Single contact switch, normally closed
• Nominal current: < 0.7A
• Weight: 68 g
• Operating range -40 °C to +204 °C
Enter
Important: Both SOV switches are blocked in the close position, to unlock:
- Reset the system by turning HTR switch to «OFF»
- Move both SOV 1 + 2 switches back to «NORMAL»
- Turn the HTR switch back to «AUTO».
The heating system will re-start provided that the failure (Overheat event or other) is no longer present.
Important: Both SOV switches are blocked in the «CLOSE» position, to unlock:
- Reset the system by turning HTR switch to « OFF »
- Move both SOV 1 + 2 switches back to « NORMAL »
- Turn the HTR switch back to « MAN » (or AUTO).
The heating system will re-start provided that the failure (Overheat event) is no longer present.
Return
TCV
SOV
SOV
HEATING
* If no failure is present the indication will be : SCAN Failure – « Press » push button to go back
to initial menu.
Connector J03
(only used when
cabin panel Connector J02
installed)
Connector J01
Initial
configuration
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7a) If the SOV 1 or 2 LED remains « off » check
⇒ for SOV1 presence of 28VDC between jumper 29 and 31, if not
change cockpit panel,
⇒ for SOV2 presence of 28VDC between jumper 30 and 31, if not
change cockpit panel
7b) If the SOV 1 or 2 LED comes « on » but no auditable click check
⇒ DOTS, wiring and connection and if O.K. replace the faulty SOV
7c) If the AUTO-HTR SEL LED remains «off »
⇒ change cockpit panel,
Connection
HCB
12) Full open the TCV (activate for at least 10 seconds the toggle switch)
Check for the cut "Off" of the heating system when the blowing temperature at the rear
cabin diffusor exceed 85+/-5°C
Note: In manual mode the DOTS fault is not memorized in HCB.
AIR CONDITIONING
HEATING
AND
VENTILATION SYSTEM
Return
Cockpit + Cabin
compressor
Cockpit condenser Fan
Cabin LP switch
Cockpit TS2
Cabin TS2
Cockpit LP switch
Cockpit evaporator
fans Cockpit TS1
EATS
Cockpit FV’s CockpitTemp. Sensor
The air conditioning system consists of two splitted vapour cycle systems
dedicated respectively for the cockpit and the cabin zones.
The qty. of refrigerant R134a in the cockpit loop is 1200g +/- 50g.
The qty. of refrigerant R134a in the cabin loop is 1000g +/- 50g.
Each vapour cycle loop can be divided into 4 different main components :
Compressor,
Evaporator,
Condenser
Air Conditioning Control Box
Two identical Air Conditioning Control Boxes – (ACCB) are installed, one per zone
to be cooled (cockpit/cabin) .
Compressor S/A is composed of two compressors which are mechanically driven via a
drive shaft by the accessories gear box.
The three Evaporator S/A, 2 for the cockpit and 1 for the cabin zone are different and only
some of their parts are interchangeable.
Each evaporator S/A cools the re-circulated air before being distributed in the dedicated
Cockpit/Cabin zone. The Condenser S/A consists of two identical subassemblies on each
side of the pylon fairing.
Two identical Air Conditioning Control Boxes – (ACCB), one per zone cockpit/cabin.
The basic ventilation cockpit flapper valves and fans are replaced by other valves and fans and
the air has to pass through an evaporator on each side. The new flapper valves have an inlet
dedicated to recirculated air which is used when RECYCLE mode is selected.
The cabin flapper valve is replaced by another valve and a second fan is added. The air has to
pass through an evaporator assembly. The new flapper valve has inlets dedicated to
recirculated air which are used when RECYCLE mode is selected.
PILOT INTERFACES
The cockpit control panel allows the pilot to control the Environmental Control System.
It interfaces with :
- the cabin fans (2 qty)
- the cockpit fans (2 qty)
- the cabin (1 qty) and cockpit flapper valve (2 qty)
- the Shut Off Valves (SOV1 & SOV2) (total 2 qty)
- the Temperature Control Valve (TCV) (1 qty)
- the Heating Control Box (HCB) (1 qty)
- the Cockpit & Cabin Air Conditioning Control Boxes (2 qty)
PILOT INTERFACES
It sends to the Helicopter general displayer (Modular Avionic Unit - MAU ) depending on
the system status, four (4) discrete signals:
AFT-VENTILATION
FWD-VENTILATION
VENT FAILURE
HEATER-ON
When CREW is selected on the cockpit control panel, both cockpit and cabin zones are
controled .
Each ACCB control the cockpit and cabin temperature by comparison of the measured
VENT
temperature in each zone to the desired temperature adjusted by the crew with the TEMP
CONTR potentiometer.
CREW
COND / HEATER VENT
TEMP CONTR CREW
COND HTR 91108A010000 Cockpit Control Panel
TEMP CONTR OFF COND / VENT
RECYCLE MAN FAN
HIGH ON
NORM AUTO MIN FAN
OFF LOW OFF
FAN
MIN ON
SOV -
HIGH FAN
+ MAX PAX CONTR LOW
1 CLOSE 2 CREW
OFF TEMP CONTR VENT
FAN
HIGH ON
FAN
LOW
NORMAL PAX
VENT
CREW
COND / HEATER VENT
TEMP CONTR CREW
COND HTR
TEMP CONTR
MIN
MIN
NORMAL PAX
When PAX selected the Cabin temperature control can be directly adjusted on the Cabin panel
by the passenger.
The temperature regulation is realised by On/Off cycles of the compressors.
The air conditioning system has been sized for re-circulation air in both cockpit and cabin
zone.
FV in recirculation
FV in ram air position
COND / HEATER VENT
COND HTR CREW
91108A010000 Cockpit Control Panel
TEMP CONTR OFF
RECYCLE MAN FAN
HIGH ON
NORM AUTO FAN
OFF LOW
SOV MIN
- + MAX PAX CONTR
1 COND
NORMAL / HEATER
2 VENT CREW
OFF
FAN
HIGH ON
FAN
LOW
CLOSE PAX
3 potentiometers
2 switches
COND HTR
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COND/HEATER
COND HTR 5 position switch:
OFF selected: The Cockpit and Cabin Air Conditioning Control Box as well as the Heating
Control Box is switched "Off". The pilot can choose ventilation mode, both SOV are closed.
♦ NORM and CREW selected: The ACCB 1 for the cockpit and ACCB 2 for the cabin zone
are switched « ON » and the HCB is switched « OFF », providing the dedicated fans are
running (Low or High speed). The flapper valves are suppling outside ram air.
The ACCBs will adjust the temperature in the respective zones according to the pilot cockpit
panel potentiometer temperature demand.
♦ NORM and PAX selected selected: The passenger can adjust the temperature in the
cabin himself, using Cabin Control Panel potentiometer.
♦ RECYCLE selected: Cabin and Cockpit flapper valves are closed – the VENT 4 position
switches on the Cockpit and Cabin panel are no longer active with regard to the flapper valve
position.
♦ MAN and AUTO position and all other switches:
Idem to Heating Cockpit panel ⇒ ⇒
Enter
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Note:
The ACCB monitors the temperature reference acquisition on 10 KΩ potentiometer
with +/- 2% accuracy. Complete potentiometer range is corresponding to (+5°C/+45°C)
range including failure analysis.
The potentiometer is considered as faulty when open circuit or a temperature reference
> 45°C.
Using BOB:
Voltage between jumper 11 and 12 Temp. Control:
TEMP CONTR switch in « MIN » position ~ 0.2 Vdc
TEMP CONTR switch in « MIN » position ~ 1.5 Vdc
TEMP CONTR switch in « MIN » position ~ 3.0 Vdc
SYSTEM CONTROL
The Air Conditioning Control Box – ACCB (1+2) functions for each
loop:
Detailed Operation:
Operation:
Air Conditioning System
In order to satisfy the cooling performance the air conditioning is made of two vapour
cycle systems, dedicated respectively to the cockpit and the cabin zones. The major
components of each vapour cycle are identical and operate with HFC R134a
refrigerant.
The HFC 134a is gaining in customer acceptance worldwide as a substitute for CFC
fluids. It is provided by many companies in the world.
This fluid is non toxic, non flammable, and non aggressive for ozone layer (ODP=0).
It is commonly used in domestic fridges and in automotive applications.
REFRIGERANT
PRESSURE liquid vapor
line line
LIQUID
CD = Condenser heat exchange per kg of refrigerant
Condensing D
pressure C
D C
ambient coolant
air
recirculated
cabin air
A
VAPOR
recirculated constant
A cockpit air B temperature
curve
Evaporating
pressure
A B
AB = Evaporator heat exchange per kg of refrigerant
Enthalpy at B’ C’ REFRIGERANT
Enthalpy at
Pf = Q x ∆H
evaporator Enthalpy at ENTHALPY
inlet evaporator compressor
outlet outlet
System control for both cockpit and cabin zones is achieved separately within the dedicated
air conditioning control box by comparison of the cockpit or cabin temperature with the desired
temperature chosen by the pilot on the control panel.
Temperature regulation is effected by ON/OFF cycles of the relevant compressor.
The air conditioning system has been sized for re-circulation air in both cockpit and cabin
zones. The total combined heat load has been assumed to be generated in equal proportion
by the cockpit and cabin zones.
An A/C selection input signal, a ventilation control signal and temperature control
signal are received by the ACCB 1 and 2 which generates (No system failure has been
detected), the compressor clutch control order.
This order controls the magnetic closing of the clutch which drives the compressor 1 or/and 2.
The clutch rotation movement is generated by the accessories gear box drive shaft and is
transmitted by a belt to each compressor pulley.
Gaseous refrigerant is admitted into the compressor through the suction pipe. It is
compressed and then returned through the discharge pipe to the condenser where it is
liquefied by giving up heat to the outside cooling air discharged overboard by the condenser
fan.
The discharge flexible hose is equipped with a high pressure safety switch.
When the pressure exceeds the preset pressure threshold of 27 bar rel. (391.5 psig) +/-
0.7bar approximately, it breaks the refrigeration cycle electrically if the fault is present more
than 30 seconds.
The system, then has to be reset on the cockpit control panel (turn “Off” the A/C selection
switch)
At condenser output, the liquefied refrigerant passes through receiver filter drier which
removes impurities, possible metallic particles, water particles and therefore avoids the
formation of acids.
The receiver capacity permits the system to operate at optimum efficiency despite different
external conditions (temperature, thermal load) while tolerating a certain leakage rate and
conserving the cooling performances.
At the receiver output, a service valve enables unit refrigerant filling and recovery.
Located downstream of the receiver, feat with refrigerant via a T – HP port, one Thermostatic
Expansion Valve – TEV per evaporator ensures the refrigerant pressure relief.
The TEV control is ensured by a bulb attached to the evaporator outlet and connected to the
TCV by a capillary tube which transmits the temperature information (the transmission fluid is
of the same type as the refrigerant fluid - R134a).
The TCV regulates the mass flow rate of refrigerant so as to guarantee overheating of the
vapour (called superheating) at each evaporator output and avoid that refrigerant in a liquid
state is sucked in the compressor and causes irreversible damage.
Once the pressure relieved, cold refrigerant passes into the evaporator where it is vaporised
by taking heat from the cockpit or cabin recycling air carried by the evaporator fan.
A Thermal switch on the evaporator outlet opens the electrical loop connected to the ACCB,
when the evaporator air outlet temperature reaches 1°C +/-2°C.
That will stop the compressor for at least 3 minutes. Thus to protect evaporator matrix from
frosting which would reduce its cooling capacity and the airflow in the cabin/cockpit.
Note: The HP and LP – T port are also equipped with servicing valves permitting
pressure monitoring for trouble shooting purpose.
Filling BP
Evaporator (LP) port
Liquid fan air flow
flexible
hose Insulated
BP flexible
hose
Filling HP
port
HP pressure Scroll
switch compressor
Filling HP
Condenser port
fan air flow
HP flexible
Receiver hose
filter drier
Condenser
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Thermal
Switch
Evaporator
S/A TEV
A/C - Fan
Dual - FV
Thermal
Switch
Gaspers + Demisters
LP-Switch
Evaporator S/A
TEV
A/C - Fan
Dual - FV
Lower Side
Cockpit Air Conditioning Window Demister
Upper Side
Main winshield
Demister
Air Cond.
Air intake Flapper valve Pack
Fan
Recirc.
Heating
Evaporator
Heating
Recirc.
Fan
Air intake Flapper valve
Air Cond.
Pack
Main winshield
Demister
Upper Side
Window Demister
Lower Side
Window Demister
Cockpit Receiver/Filter
Cabin loop
Condenser Fan
A/C Cabin Fans
Refrigerant
Cabin FV
hoses
Cabin
Recirc. Air
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Flapper
Fan
valve
Plenum
Air intake
Helicopter
System Architecture: +28Vdc 0Vdc +28Vdc 0Vdc
FWD-COND.- AFT-COND.-
FAN-relay FAN-relay
M M
FWD-COND.-FAN +28Vdc R1 AFT-COND.-FAN
R2
0Vdc +12Vdc +28Vdc
FWD- FWD-CLUTCH
COMPRESSOR- relay 0Vdc +12Vdc
CLUTCH AFT-
AFT-CLUTCH
COMPRESSOR-
relay
CLUTCH
ACCB1
ACCB2
FWD Maintenance
connector
AFT Maintenance
FWD-TS1 connector
FWD-TS2
AFT-TS1
FWD-LP AFT-TS2
FWD-HP
AFT-LP
AFT-HP
FWD-TEMP.-SENSOR
AFT-TEMP.-SENSOR
COCKPIT
Connector for heating CONTROL
and ventilation PANEL
systems
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System
Electrical
Wiring
Block
Diagram:
System
Electrical
Wiring
Block
Diagram:
System
Electrical
Wiring
Block
Diagram:
System
Electrical
Wiring
Block
Diagram:
General Description
It consists of a metallic box containing the electronic cart with its electric connector.
The overall dimensions: 210 x 120 x 50 mm
The weight is less than 500 g.
Each compressor increases the refrigerant gas pressure and temperature and insures the
refrigerant fluid circulation inside the circuit.
The scroll compressor location in the refrigerant circuit is in-between the evaporator and
the condenser.
Two scroll compressors are provided, one for each cockpit and cabin circuit. They are
mechanically driven by the accessory drive shaft pulley and a belt at 4000 rpm.
The sub-assembly is mainly composed of:
a light alloy body,
a scrolls sub-assembly,
a shaft,
bearings,
a magnet clutch sub-assembly,
a thermal switch.
Cockpit compressor
Futur modification:
Cabin compressor
Improved wiring and
connector
Characteristics:
Clutch voltage: 28VDC
Operation temperature: +10°C to 85°C
Weight: < 20 kg
Drive belt tension: 270 +/- 5 Hz for a new belt
270 +/- 20 Hz for an existing belt after 300Hrs
The two spiral elements are fitted together rotating in an orbital motion building up several
fluid pockets.
One spiral member is fixed whereas the second is driven by an eccentric shaft.
As a result the fluids pockets are moved toward the centre of the spiral where the discharge
port is located reducing their volume : compression is implemented.
The scroll does not require oil separator. As a matter of fact, oil is partially separated from
refrigerant when going through the bearings to lubricates them. Moreover, oil enables to
reduce leakage between compression pockets and tends to migrate toward pockets set at
lower pressure.
To improve bearings lubrication and cooling, the special design of the eccentric shaft is
used to recover oil from carter and send it to the bearing housings.
1.Sucked in at the beginning of the first revolution, after one full turn the gas pockets A and B
moves on toward the center. Pressure and temperature raises at the same time gradually.
2.After one and an half turn the gas pockets A and B comes together to one pocket (A+B). The
gas pocket volume decrease until the pressure reach un level high enough to open the overload
valve.
3.The overload valve discharge almost at a constant temperature the refrigerant to the
condenser.
4.The end of the compression is achieved when after 2,25 turns the volume of the pocket (A+B)
suddenly increase causing a pressure diminution and the closing of the overload valve.
5.A new pair of gas pockets is sucked in at each turn of the S/A. Due to the fact that the whole
compression cycle last 2,25 turns it appears simultaneously two or three pairs of gas at different
pressure levels. What explains the lower vibration level of a scroll compressor compared to a
piston one.
A A
1st revolution
B B
A+B
2nd revolution
3rd revolution
New cycle
Two condenser S/As are installed per aircraft, near the main rotor gear box.
The Condenser S/A is mainly composed of two condensers, a frame and two fans.
Each air conditioning loop (Cockpit + Cabin) has its own Condenser S/A.
The Condenser Heat Exchanger transfers the refrigerant heat load to the outside ambient air.
The air flow through each condenser is provided by a condenser fan, for both ground and flight
operation.
The fan is driven by a 28VDC motor commanded by the control panel relay as soon as Air
conditioning is switched on.
The refrigerant discharged by the compressor is de-superheated inside the condenser and
change at the same time its state into liquid.
Fan 93036A010001 version characteristic: Speed between 4100 rpm and 4900 rpm
Max. power consumption: ≤ 60 A
Weight of the condenser S/A version B < 18.5 kg, version C ≤ 23 Kg
One receiver/filter per loop (cabin/cockpit) is installed downstream the condenser and allows by
a SCHRADER valve fitted on the receiver inlet refrigerant servicing and operating pressure
monitoring.
One HP– safety switch per refrigerant loop (Cockpit/Cabin) is installed on the receiver inlet and
protect the system against overpressure (opening the electrical loop to the ACCB).
The volume, delimited by the receiver housing, allows the refrigerant to counteract volumetric
variations of liquid refrigerant, to ensure liquid feeding of the expansion valves.
As part of the receiver, a special chemical cartridge ensure filtering, removes moisture of the
refrigerant, retains foreign particles and consequently avoids the build up of acid.
New design:
Improved wiring and
connector
The evaporator assy is set in the cockpit area behind the control panel. The S/A is linked to the
cooling loop by two rubber flexible ducts.
Air is re-circulated from air distribution loop and then blown on the Heat Exchanger evaporator
by the evaporator fan installed upstream in the system.
The cockpit Evaporator is equipped with one Thermostatic Expansion Valve – TEV, feeding the
evaporator through a flexible hose with refrigerant.
The LP – Switch installed on the LEFT Evaporator S/A is screwed on a flexible hose between
TEV and Evaporator inlet (screwed on a Schräder valve 34878-00).
An anti-freezing Thermal switch (previous P/N 14713-021 now 20204-076/20204-077) prevents
icing conditions on the evaporator outlet, it opens when the evaporator air outlet temperature
reach 1°C +/-2°C.
The refrigerant expanded by the TEV is entirely evaporated and then super-heated up to 5°C
regarding saturated state (see TEV operating description).
Flexible
hose
Gasous
Refrigerant Low Pressure
Outlet Switch
TEV
Liquid
Refrigerant
Inlet
Cockpit/Ram
Air Inlet
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This assembly is installed in the upper deck area, in front of the main transmission box.
Air is re-circulated from air distribution loop and then blown on the two Heat Exchanger
evaporators by the evaporator fans.
The S/A is equipped with two Thermostatic Expansion Valves feeding the two evaporators with
refrigerant through two flexible hoses.
One LP – Switch at the Evaporator S/A is installed on the flexible hose between TEV and
Evaporator inlet (screwed on a Schräder valve 34878-00).
Important: For easier maintenance the LP-switch can be replaced without removing the
refrigerant out of the system (use heater gun to brake the Loctite 586).
One thermal switch (previous P/N14713-021 now 20204-075) measures the air temperature
downstream of the evaporators and sends the result to the Cabin Air Conditioning Control Box to
avoids any risk of freezing, it opens when the evaporator air outlet temperature reach 1°C +/-2°C
(reset at 11°C +/-2°C).
The refrigerant expanded by the TEV is entirely evaporated an then super-heated up to 5°C
regarding saturated state.
Thermal
Switch
Cooled Air
Cabin/ Ram Air Outlet
Inlet Gasous
TEV
Refrigerant
Outlet
Each TEV is installed on the inlet of each evaporator and is fully interchangeable
between the two cockpit and two cabin evaporator S/As.
The TEV achieve the expansion of the refrigerant at a regulated flow rate in order to
ensure the refrigerant to be in a gaseous phase at the inlet of the compressor (refrigerant
superheating of around 7°C (2°C to 15°C) at the outlet of the evaporator ).
Note: The TEV is factory set up in order to provide the requested superheating. No
further adjustment is needed.
Hence, the evaporator area is optimised, and any risk of liquid suction by the compressor
is avoided.
TEV BULB
EVAPORATOR
Delta t = 5°C
superheating
Recirculation air FROM Cabin
Capillary Tube
Recirculation air TO
Cabin
5°C
EIRT = 8°C Normal EORT = 13°C
Superheating
Capillary Tube
Recirculation air TO
Cabin
20°C
EIRT = 8°C Superheating to EORT = 28°C
High
Capillary Tube
Recirculation air TO
Cabin
0°C
EIRT = 8°C No SuperheatingEORT = 8°C
The low pressure switch prevents any damage of the compressor caused by a lack of
lubrication which can occur when the evaporating pressure drops to much (low heat load) and
allows no longer sufficient oil back flow to the compressor suction port.
It signals also a lack of refrigerant (leakage) by switching off an electrical circuit when sensed
pressure drops down to 0.5 bar/rel. +/-0.3 bar (the LP-switch close again when the pressure
goes up to 1.5 bar/rel. +/-0.3 bar).
The LP – Switch at the Evaporator S/A is installed on the flexible hose between TEV and
Evaporator inlet.
Important: For easier maintenance the LP-switch can be replaced without removing the
refrigerant out of the system (use heater gun to brake the Loctite 586).
New design:
Improved wiring and connector
It survey the air outlet temperature of both cockpit and both cabin evaporators and opens the
electrical circuit (loss of continuity) to the ACCB at a preset value.
It avoids the risk of evaporator matrix icing.
The temperature-switch consists of a housing and a micro switch in contact with a metallic
bellow and is hermetically sealed.
When the diaphragm snaps, electrical contacts open below the preset value of 2°C and close
by means of a push rod, it resets automatically at a temperature of 11°C +/- 2 °C.
Characteristic
· Precision : ± 3%
· Temperature range : -65 to +175°C
· Setting temperature : 2°C
New design:
Improved wiring and
connector
In the Air Conditioning configuration two cockpit flapper valves installed upstream of each of
the two cockpit evaporator S/A providing fresh air either from the RAM air intakes or re-
circulation air from the cabin sucked in by a fan.
The ECS Cockpit Flapper Valve is a rectangular composite valve with an aluminium flap,
equipped at the outlet with an Non Return Valve.
The flap, driven by an electrical actuator, is closed for cockpit recirculation air non admission
and outside air admission and open for cockpit recirculation air admission and outside air
non admission.
Supply voltage: 17 Vdc to 32Vdv
Weight: 0.8 kg
Current at nominal torque of 0.12 mdaN: <1A
Maximum opening and closing time: 5s
Operating temperature: -40 °C / +70°C
New design:
Additional flange for installation
of a check valve
Cockpit fan
Flapper valve
The CABIN FLAPPER VALVE is a specific 90°C butterfly into a composite housing, driven by
an electrical actuator. In the composite housing there are installed two check valves avoiding
ram air back flow via the recirculation duct into the cabin.
This valve is made of 2 main sub-assemblies:
• one valve S/A consisting of one body S/A fitted with an equipped shaft
assembly a dual butterfly at 90°, actuated by an electrical actuator,
• one electrical actuator P/N 9300E040000.
According to pilot selection on the control panel (Recirculation or Normal) the Valve is driven
to the full open or full closed position allowing the evaporator fans to sucks air from outside or
from inside the cabin.
When the valve reach its full open or closed position two end travel switches cuts the power
supply to prevent motor over consumption.
2
Valve in Closed position: NOT CONNECTED
FV-FC 5
FV-CMD-L OPEN 28 V on 4
Ram air open Re-circulation 3 0 V on 3
closed CLOSED 28 V on 3
0 V on 4
circulation open
VALVE CLOSED WHEN
ACTUATOR CLOSED
LTS 0565
The full opening command is ensured when the 28V is applied on Pin 4 and O V
applied on Pin 3 .
The full closing command is ensured when the 28V is applied on Pin 3 and O V
applied on Pin 4 .
Check
Valve
In this configuration we will find two 2 speed brush less cabin fan per helicopter.
The two cabin FANs are installed upstream of the two evaporators.
The cabin FAN sucks outside and/or re-circulation air and blows it through the evaporators
inside the low pressure distribution system.
Reminder :
There is ONE cabin FAN per aircraft for the heating configuration.
There are TWO cabin FAN per aircraft for the Air Conditioning configuration.
The dual speed brush less fan is used for ground and flight operation.
The 28Vdc cabin FAN is controlled either by the Cockpit or the Cabin control panel.
The condenser fan motor is a single-speed 28 VDC motorized axial fan, 15 ’’ skewed ring blade
fan driven by a brushless DC motor.
Two ventilated sensors one dedicated to the cockpit and the other to the cabin zone
measures the temperature and provide this information to the associated Air Conditioning
control box.
This information is used for the automatic control of the air conditioning system.
The temperature sensor is ventilated by a small fan to obtain an accurate measurement.
The sensor is composed of one integrated circuit temperature probe (PT1000) potted in a
tubular housing.
A stern allows the air to circulate around the electronic probe resulting in better thermal
response while protecting it from accidental damage.
Characteristic
Weight < 75 g
Power Supply : 28 Vdc, 0.1 A max
Sensor gain : 10 mV /°K
Measuring range : -40 °F to +160 °F (-40 °C to +70 °C)
Output voltage : 0V at 0 °K
Response time : ≤ 15 s
Faulty when Sensor open circuit: ventilated temperature > 90°C
Cockpit + Cabin
compressor
Cockpit condenser Fan
Cabin evaporator
Cockpit HP-switch
Cabin evaporator
fans
L/H cockpit
evaporator Cockpit Panel
Cabin condenser Fan
R/H cockpit Cabin FV
evaporator Cabin HP-switch
Cabin LP switch
Cockpit TS2
Cabin TS2
Cockpit LP switch
Cockpit evaporator
fans Cockpit TS1
EATS
Cockpit FV’s CockpitTemp. Sensor
CONDITIONING
CONDITIONING
* If no failure is present the indication will be : SCAN Failure – « Press » push button to go
back to initial menu.
Connector J03
(only used when
cabin panel Connector J02
installed)
Connector J01
ACCB 1
Cockpit
ACCB 1 ACCB 2
ACCB 1
Cockpi
ACCB t ACCB
1 2
Reminder: With air conditioning running the thermal switch(es) opens (corresponding LED goes OFF) at an
evaporator AIR outlet temperature of 1°C +/- 2°C in ord er to avoid icing conditions. (at an outlet temperature >4°C
the TS-switch should be closed). For further analisis refer to the ACCB failure detection logic.
8f) No leakage, refrigerant qty. O.K., if the LP «RED» LED (cockpit or cabin
loop) goes « ON » during A/C operation at an OAT lower than <30°C (A/C
running):
⇒Desiccant filter partially clogged, partially clogged difference ∆t > 3°C
between inlet and outlet - replace the receiver desiccant filter
8g) New desiccant filter, if the LP «RED» LED (cockpit or cabin loop) goes
« ON » during A/C operation (A/C running):
⇒Check Thermostatic expansion valve filter (clean if required) and valve
conditions (capillary tube).
⇒Check the wiring, connection and the switch replace/repair faulty element
10e) CLUTCH LED is «ON» (continuity between jumper 49 and 44) but
compressor does not start,
⇒ Check the compressor relay, wiring, connection and clutch
engagment (shunt between jumper 49 and 44) and if O.K - replace
compressor
General
Maintenance
Recommendations
Compressor Belt Tension, Wear Within 5 hours of installing new belt, then Tension or replace as necessary
every 300 hours or 2 years
Evaporator and condenser air Every 100 hours or 6 months Clean as necessary
matrix dirty
Replace refrigerant and Every 2 years Drain, Recover, Leak check, Vacuum,
receiver/filter Recharge system with refrigerant
R134a : 1200g for the cockpit loop
and 1000g for the cabin loop.
Avoid to close the cockpit and cabin gaspers, rather try to adjust the temperature demand on
the Cockpit/Cabin control panel.
LTS considers that the location of the recirculation air inputs in the cockpit and cabin presents
no particular heat exchanger pollution risk.
Indeed the main risk of pollution exists in ram air mode. Therefore, we recommend the air
conditioning system "on ground" and during "take off" to be operated in recirculation mode and
to switch to ram air mode during cruise.
LIEBHERR-AEROSPACE TOULOUSE January 2009 Issue 1 TECHNICAL SERVICES 363
Training DOCTR 039 AW 139
System Refrigerant
Servicing
DO THE VACCUM
LEAK SEARCH
45MIN
DO A GROUND RUN TO
CHECK THE COOLING
PERFORMANCE
DO THE LEAKAGE
TEST FILL WITH
NITROGENE
LEAKAGE TEST OK: NO
LEAKAGE
This quantity of oil should be injected through the discharge hose servicing valve
once the nitrogen leak check and the vacuum pump phase (pump down) completed.
Add the quantity of 30cc of the oil PAG 244 and charge the loop with refrigerant without
opening of the system.
Nota : During charging pay attention to the refrigerant quantity, do not forget to take into
account the length of the refrigerant hose between charging bench and receiver valve
(approximately 20g to 30g of refrigerant per meter)
GENERAL
The air conditioning system uses refrigerant R134a and the compressor lubricating oil used
is ELFRIMA PAG 244.
Refrigerant R134a is non explosive, non-flammable, non -corrosive, has practically no odor,
and is heavier than air.
General
The air conditioning system refrigerant must be discharged prior to disconnecting or removing any
components in the refrigerant loop.
Federal law prohibits discharging refrigerant into the atmosphere. Use only an R134a compatible
recycling/recovery unit when discharging the air conditioning system.
Discharging Procedure
1) Connect R134a compatible recycling/recovery unit to the R134a servicing valves on the
compressor discharge (HP) and suction (LP) hose.
2) Discharge the air conditioning system in accordance with the recovery unit's instructions.
3) Note the amount of oil removed from the system during discharging, normally indicated on the
recovery unit once the process completed.
This amount of oil will have to be added back to the system during charging.
After component replacement refer to the oil top-up chapter, to define the correct oil quantity
which should be filled directly into the compressor suction hole.
Before charging the A/C with refrigerant, check the correct installation and torque tighten of all
pipe connections.
PRESSURE LEAK TEST OF THE REFRIGERANT CIRCUIT(strongly recommended)
Note :
The pressure leak test has to be implemented by using standard equipment procurable on the
local market (refrigerant connection hoses and taps, pressure manifold etc…).This test allows
detection of important leakages of the refrigerant circuit pipe connections by applying a
MAXIMUM pressure of 15 bar of dry nitrogen.
a – Connect the nitrogen bottle equipped with an pressure regulator to a manifold.
b – Screw the blue hose on one side to the High Pressure outlet of the manifold and on the other
side to the servicing valve of the suction hose.
c – Open the nitrogen bottle and adjust a MAXIMUM pressure of 15 bar, check the value on the
gauge of the manifold.
d – Open the tap on the suction hose side and the tap on the pressure manifold.
e – Apply a MAXIMUM pressure of 15 bar to the refrigerant circuit of the A/C.
f - Close all taps and the nitrogen bottle and start looking for a leak.
The leak detection can be performed in the following order :
1. whistling noise
2. with a standard aerosol using soapy water to localise leakages by bubbles
3. using an R134a electronic leak seeker (mix nitrogen with R134a)
g – If the pressure remains stable for at least 30 minutes the system can be considered as
correct.
h – Disconnect the blue hose from the quick connection and slowly decrease the nitrogen
pressure inside the refrigerant circuit.
15 Bar Suction
hose valve
General
The air conditioning system must be evacuated prior to charging the system with refrigerant.
Evacuating the system removes any moisture that may be in the system.
Use only an R134a compatible recycling/recovery unit when evacuating the air conditioning
system.
Evacuating Procedure
1) Connect R134a compatible recycling/recharging unit to the R134a servicing valves on
the discharge (HP) and suction (LP) hose.
If recovery unit does not have absolute pressure gauges, interconnect an absolute pressure
gauge protected by a tap, in-between the discharge or suction hose and the
recovery/recharging unit.
2) Evacuate the air conditioning system in accordance with the recovery unit instructions for
a minimum of 45 minutes (up to 2 hours).
Note:Open the tap on the absolute pressure gauge and closely survey it.
If the pressure after 10 minutes of vacuum pumping does not reach the value of at least 50 mbar
absolute, stop vacuuming and search for a leak.
3) After 45 minutes of vacuum pumping note the remaining pressure and isolate the pump. The
pressure should remain almost stable and very slowly increase (due to possible remaining
refrigerant gas pockets).
Note: To eliminate all refrigerant gas pockets vacuum up to 2 hours.
If the pressure increases quickly, search for a leak.
4) Once the air conditioning system has been evacuated, it is then ready for charging with
new/recycled R134a refrigerant.
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Insulation tap on
2 Insulation tap on 3
receiver side
cylinder side
2) a) once the refrigerant hose is filled with liquid refrigerant tighten again the fitting and close
the insulation tap (2) on the charging cylinder side
- connect a hose in-between the nitrogen bottle and the upper tap of the charging cylinder
- open slowly the pressure regulator (1) on the nitrogen bottle and adjust the pressure inside
the charging cylinder to 15 bar (do not align the scale to the new pressure value)
- retain the exact qty of refrigerant inside the cylinder and substrate 1000g (1200g)
Example: Remaining qty inside the cylinder 1350g. 1350g – 1000g (1200g) = 350g (150g)
- open the push valve on the air conditioning receiver by means of the special tool (4)
- open first the insulation tap (3) on the air conditioning side and than carefully the tap (2) on
the charging cylinder side and watch closely the refrigerant level indicator on the charging
cylinder side glass
- once the refrigerant level went down to 350g (150g) close the insulation tap (3) on the
receiver side.
2) a) - close all taps and disconnect the hoses and the special tool from the air
conditioning system.
Reminder: Never forget to put the cup on the receiver valve once charging accomplished.
2) b) - retain the exact qty of refrigerant inside the cylinder and substrate 1000g (1200g)
Example: Remaining qty inside the cylinder 1350g. 1350g – 1000g (1200g)= 350g (150g)
- open the push valve on the air conditioning receiver by means of the special tool (4)
- open first the insulation tap (3) on the air conditioning side and than carefully the tap
(2) on the charging cylinder side and watch closely the refrigerant level indicator on the
charging cylinder side glass
- once the refrigerant level went down to 350g (100g) close the insulation tap (3) on
the receiver side.
- switch off the heater, close all taps and disconnect the hoses and the special tool
from the air conditioning system.
Reminder: Never forget to put the cup on the receiver valve once charging
accomplished.
Discharge
hose or
1 Integrated receiver/dryer
electrical heater
Insulation tap on
2 Insulation tap on 3
receiver side
cylinder side
Hose replacement:
During maintenance, of the unit, the following points must be strictly observed:
- It is imperative to discard and replace all O-rings before assembly.
- Do not twist or bend the flexible hoses during installation and tightening.
- All coupling nuts must be torque tightened.
Beside the Break out box and the Failure Read out Box, the following listed tools are
necessary for the maintenance of the Refrigeration System.
These tools are specific for the refrigerant technology, moreover standard mechanic tools
are also required.
These extra tools can be obtained at your authorized local suppliers in accordance with the
laws in force in your country.