As350-200m-1 Rev 10 1-14-21

AIR CONDITIONER SERVICE MANUAL AS350-200M-1
AIR COMM CORPORATION

1575 W. 124th Ave, Suite 210
WESTMINSTER, CO. 80234
PHONE: 303-440-4075 FAX: 303-440-6355
[email protected]
INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED AIRWORTHINESS

AIRBUS AS350
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
THIS HANDBOOK INCLUDES THE MAINTENANCE INFORMATION

REQUIRED TO BE AVAILABLE BY FAR PART 27
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RECORD OF REVISIONS
Revision Date Description Affected Revised Approved/

Pages by Date
0 07/20/07 Original Release All -- --
1 01/07/09 Added Poly-V belt configuration option GP --
2 04/03/09 Added drive belt inspection & anti-chaffing provisions RM --
3 08/17/12 Revised format of document to current configuration All RL JMB
Added installation of tail boom condenser 9/15/12
4 01/23/13 Added Placards for baggage compartment and storage bin. All KGB JMB
And added additional plumbing schematic for tail boom
condenser.
5 01/14/2014 Cover page Updated address and added STC number
Pg. 1: added AS350-204 configuration to applicability Prepared By:
section.
Pg. 3: Updated address and clarified overhead or cockpit J Byrnes 01/20/2014
instrument panel for air conditioner control panel location.
Pg. 4: added reference to tail boom condenser and pressure
Date
relief valve and clarified configuration.
Pg. 7: corrected grammar / typo. ACC Approval:
Pg. 9: added reference to optional condenser blower.
Corrected typo. /S/ K. D. Pharris 01/27/14__
Pg. 11: Added instrument panel location and 200, 202, and Signature Date
204 systems where necessary.
Pg. 15 & 16: Added p/n S-6111EC-2.
Pg. 17: updated p/ns.
FAA Acceptance (Major Design
Pg. 21: updated fig. 4.13 to show the latest configuration. Change FAA Project No.
Pg. 23: added pressure relief valve info to fig 4-15 SA05215DE-R)
Pg. 25: added fig. 4-17A and 4-17B
Pg. 26: added fig. 4-18 /S/ John E. Cox, Feb. 7, 2014_
Pg. 27: Fig 4-19 was 4-17 Signature Date
Pg. 28: Updated p/ns &Fig. 4-20 was 4-18
Pg. 29,30: Updated placards
Pg. 35 & 41: Updated p/ns.
Pg. 47: updated text to indicate location of drier bottle.
Pg. 48: added sec 17.
Pg. 53: Updated weight & bal. info to current values and
added new configuration.
6 02/17/2015 Pg.9: added blower connector inspection
Pg 25: updated plumbing install photos Prepared By:
Pg 26: replaced plumbing schematic with latest config.
Pg 28: added Ultra PAG oil reference J Byrnes 02/17/2015
Pg 31, 32: revised oil amount & type to include Ultra PAG
Pg.36: changed fitting tightening method from a torque value
Date
to a clocking value.
Pg 37 thru 47: updated servicing steps to include new fitting ACC Approval:
tightening method.
/S/ M Dame______ _03/10/2015
Signature Date
FAA Acceptance
N/A – Meets Minor Change

Agreement MR-100-134
_______________02/17/2015
Signature Date
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7 06/20/2019 Pg 51: Updated Figure 8-1

Pg 52: Updated Figure 8-2 Prepared By:
C Posvic 06/20/2019
Date
ACC Approval:
M. Krauss_____ 07/02/2019
Signature Date
FAA Acceptance

_______________06/20/2019
Signature Date
8 12/09/2019 Pg 22: Updated Figure 4-14

Pg 35: Added AS350-8424-1 to suggested spares list Prepared By:
Pg 48: Added EMI filter replacement instructions
Pg 51: Updated Figure 8-1 R. Dodrill 12/09/2019
Reference ECO 19-490
Date
ACC Approval:
M.Krauss__ 12-13-19
Signature Date
FAA Acceptance

______________ 12/09/2019
Signature Date
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LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES

All pages contained herein are at latest revision shown in Record of Revisions.
List of Effective Pages 1 – 53
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 .................................................................................................................... 1
INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................... 1
1. Scope.............................................................................................................. 1
2. Purpose .......................................................................................................... 1
3. Arrangement ................................................................................................... 1
4. Applicability ..................................................................................................... 1
5. Definitions ....................................................................................................... 1
6. Abbreviations .................................................................................................. 2
7. Precautions ..................................................................................................... 2
8. Units of Measure ............................................................................................. 2
9. Information Essential to Continued Airworthiness ........................................... 2
10. Reference Documents .................................................................................... 2
11. Distribution ...................................................................................................... 3
12. Changes to Instructions for Continued Airworthiness ..................................... 3
13. Air Conditioner Features ................................................................................. 3
14. Description of Vapor Cycle Air Conditioner and Installation ............................ 5
CHAPTER 2 .................................................................................................................... 7
AIRWORTHINESS LIMITATION SECTION ................................................................ 7
1. Airworthiness Limitations ................................................................................ 7
CHAPTER 3 .................................................................................................................... 9
INSPECTIONS AND OVERHAUL ............................................................................... 9
1. Inspection Requirements ................................................................................ 9
2. Component Overhaul / Replacement Schedule ............................................ 10
CHAPTER 4 .................................................................................................................. 11
LOCATION AND ACCESS ........................................................................................ 11
1. Location of Air Conditioner Components ...................................................... 11
CHAPTER 5 .................................................................................................................. 28
PLACARDS AND MARKINGS ................................................................................... 28
1. Placard and Marking Information .................................................................. 28
CHAPTER 6 .................................................................................................................. 30
SERVICING ............................................................................................................... 30
1. Safety Precautions ........................................................................................ 30
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2. Servicing Information .................................................................................... 30

3. Lubrication Information ................................................................................. 32
4. System Leak Check ...................................................................................... 33
5. Suggested Equipment for Servicing .............................................................. 34
6. Consumable Materials .................................................................................. 34
7. Suggested Spares List .................................................................................. 35
CHAPTER 7 .................................................................................................................. 36
STANDARD PRACTICES AND INFORMATION ....................................................... 36
1. General Information ...................................................................................... 36
2. Fitting Torque Procedures and Values.......................................................... 36
3. Removal and Replacement of Forward Evaporator Assembly ...................... 37
4. Removal and Replacement of Forward Evaporator Blower Motor Assembly 38
5. Removal and Replacement of Aft Evaporator Assembly .............................. 39
6. Removal and Replacement of Aft Evaporator Blower Motor ......................... 39
7. Removal and Replacement of Condenser Assembly .................................... 40
8. Removal and Replacement of Condenser Blower Assembly ........................ 41
9. Removal and Replacement of Condenser Assembly .................................... 41
10. Removal and Replacement of Condenser Vane Axial Blower ...................... 42
11. Removal and Replacement of Compressor Drive Belt .................................. 42
12. Adjustment of Compressor Drive Belt ........................................................... 44
13. Removal and Replacement of Compressor Assembly .................................. 45
14. Removal and Replacement of Receiver Drier Bottle ..................................... 46
15. Removal and Replacement of Bypass Valve ................................................ 47
16. Removal and Replacement of Binary Switch ................................................ 47
CHAPTER 8 .................................................................................................................. 49
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................... 49
1. System Troubleshooting ............................................................................... 49
Figure 8-1 – Electrical Schematic, Side Baggage Mounted Condenser (Tail Boom
Condenser Option identical except for additional condenser blower.).................... 51
Figure 8-2 – Electrical Schematic, Relay Panel ..................................................... 52
APPENDIX A ................................................................................................................. 53
WEIGHT AND BALANCE INFORMATION ................................................................ 53
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
1. Scope
The scope of this manual encompasses scheduled and unscheduled maintenance
procedures for continued airworthiness of Air Comm Corporation air conditioning system
installed in the Airbus AS350 series helicopter.
2. Purpose
The purpose of this manual is to provide aircraft field mechanic necessary information to
maintain the air conditioning system.
3. Arrangement
This manual is arranged by chapters which are broken down into paragraphs and sub-
paragraphs. All chapters and paragraphs are listed in the front of this manual in the
Table of Contents, and are further identified by their individual page number.
4. Applicability
This manual is applicable to Airbus Helicopter models AS350 which are equipped with
the Air Comm Corporation kit part number AS350-200, AS350-202 or AS350-204 air
conditioner systems.
5. Definitions
The following terms are provided to give a ready reference to the meaning of some
words contained within this manual. These definitions may differ from those given by a
standard dictionary.
Ambient air temperature: Temperature of the air surrounding a person or object.

Charging station: An air conditioning system service unit which is capable of
evacuating and charging an air conditioner.
Condensation: The process of changing a vapor into a liquid.
Desiccant: Material used in a receiver/drier bottle, designed to absorb moisture from
refrigerant.
Heat load: The amount of heat which the air conditioner is required to remove from
the aircraft cabin.
Inches of mercury: A measurement of pressure, normally used for pressures below
atmospheric, one inch of mercury is equal to approximately one half pound per
square inch.
Pressure, ambient: The pressure of the air surrounding a body, normally measured
in pounds per square inch, or PSIG.
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Refrigerant: A fluid which is used in an air conditioning system to absorb heat from
the cabin and carry it outside the helicopter where it can be transferred to the
outside air.
Relative humidity: The ratio of the amount of water vapor in the air to the amount of
water vapor required to saturate the air at the existing temperature.
Thermostat: An air conditioning control which senses the temperature of the
evaporator coil and causes the system to cycle or by-pass to maintain the proper
temperature of cooling air.
6. Abbreviations
gm: Gram
kg: Kilograms
inHg: Inches of Mercury
In-lbs: Inch pounds
Kg/cm: Kilograms Per Centimeter
lbs: Pounds
ml: Milliliters
mm: Millimeters
Nm: Newton-meters
oz: Ounces
Psig: Pounds Per Square Inch (gauge)
7. Precautions
The following precautions are found throughout this manual, and will vary depending on
the seriousness of the Hazard or Condition:
WARNING: May be a maintenance procedure, practice, condition, etc., which could

result in personal injury or loss of life.
CAUTION: May be a maintenance procedure, practice, condition, etc., which could
result in damage or destruction of equipment.
NOTE: May be a maintenance procedure, practice, condition, etc., or a statement
which needs to be highlighted.
8. Units of Measure
All measurements contained within this manual are given in United States standard
measurement, followed by metric conversion in parentheses.
9. Information Essential to Continued Airworthiness

This manual provides information which is required for operation and maintenance of the
Air Comm air conditioning system installed in the Airbus model AS350 series helicopter.
After completion of the air conditioner installation this document must be placed with the
appropriate existing aircraft documents.
10. Reference Documents

The approval basis of the system covered by this ICA is Supplemental Type Certificate
SR00643DE.
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11. Distribution
This document is to be placed with the aircraft maintenance records at the time of
system installation.
Changes will be made to this document in response to safety-of-flight or non-safety-of-

flight issues. Any changes will result in a revision to this document. Revisions shall be
noted in the Record of Revisions and on the List of Revisions of this manual.
In addition to the revision of the manual, those changes categorized as safety-of-flight

shall have a Service Bulletin issued to the operator providing the necessary information
to comply with or to correct the safety-of-flight issue.
Replacement or revised copies of this manual can be obtained by contacting:
Air Comm Corporation Service Department

1575 124th Avenue, Suite 210
Westminster, CO 80234
Phone No. 303-440-4075 Fax No. 303-440-6355
Email: [email protected]
12. Changes to Instructions for Continued Airworthiness

Changes made to a line or paragraph of this document will be indicated by a vertical bar
in the right hand margin. A complete page change will be indicated by a vertical bar next
to the page number.
(Example: Any change will appear with a vertical bar next to that change).
13. Air Conditioner Features

The AS350 air conditioner features one forward mounted evaporator assembly (cockpit),
one aft mounted evaporator assembly (behind main cabin), one condenser assembly,
and a compressor driven by the main rotor input shaft just aft of the aft main
transmission, aircraft left. These components and associated plumbing combine to
provide conditioned air through the existing air distribution system when the engines are
operating during both ground and flight operations.
This system can be operated in either the Air Condition (A/C), or Fan mode. In the A/C
mode, conditioned air is provided by the forward and aft evaporator assemblies to the
cockpit and main cabin areas respectively. In Fan mode, the evaporator blowers are
used to circulate cabin air, while the compressor clutch remains disengaged. When
using the cabin heater it is acceptable to operate the air conditioner if desired, to defog
the cabin windows.
The air conditioning system is connected electrically to the aircraft’s DC Power Panel 28
VDC Bus. The control panel for the air conditioner system is located on the cockpit
overhead panel or instrument panel. The control panel consists of an A/C & Fan switch,
two switches for the control of cockpit and cabin evaporator blower speeds, a
temperature control rheostat knob and a panel light dimmer rheostat knob. Temperature
control is achieved by means of a refrigerant bypass valve, thus eliminating compressor
cycling. The fan motors feature dual fan speed. This feature can be used in both the A/C
or fan modes.
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A “COMP ON” green or blue annunciator, located on the instrument panel, provides a
visual status of compressor operation. For aircraft equipped with a VIVISUN lighted
pushbutton switch, compressor engagement is displayed on the switch as a blue "COMP
ON" annunciation.
Figure 1-1 – Air Conditioning System Control Panel
The compressor is mounted on the surface of the main gearbox coupling case, in the aft
aircraft center portion of the transmission compartment. It is driven by a flat or Poly V-
Belt and a pulley which is mounted to the main rotor input shaft. Access to the
compressor is provided by the transmission compartment access doors.
The condenser assembly for the -200 & -202 systems is mounted in the upper RH
baggage compartment and features a blower assembly and a separate heat exchanger
to reject system heat overboard. Airflow through the condenser heat exchanger is
provided by a 28 volt DC high performance blower. For the optional -204 system, the
condenser is mounted in the forward tail boom and features dual blowers.
The forward evaporator is mounted on the right side of the lower console forward of the
anti-torque pedals. Conditioned air is delivered to the crew by means of air ducts,
mounted to the sides of the instrument panel console.
The aft evaporator assembly is mounted on the transmission deck, RH side and is
enclosed by the transmission cowling. Cabin return air is ducted to the evaporator
through a cutout in the aft cabin bulkhead. Conditioned air is pumped to the existing
headliner ducting in the cabin top.
The aft evaporator assembly is equipped with a freeze switch. The freeze switch probe
is located in the core of the evaporator heat exchanger. This switch prevents coil freeze-
up by limiting the minimum coil temperature to 32º F (0º C).
The system is also equipped with a binary pressure switch. This switch is designed to
protect the system against over-pressure situations, or under-pressure in the event of
refrigerant loss from the system. The switch also prevents the system from operating in
low ambient temperatures below 50º F (10º C).
The switch operating pressures are:
Low Pressure Function: High Pressure Function:

Open at 28 psig (1.97 kg/cm) Open at 384 psig (27.0 kg/cm)
Close at 29 psig (2.04 kg/cm) Close at 298 psig (21.0 kg/cm)
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As a backup measure to protect the system from an over-pressure situation a pressure

relief valve is also incorporated into the flow circuit. The relief valve will open between
550 and 610 psi and will re-close once pressures are relieved below those pressures.
14. Description of Vapor Cycle Air Conditioner and Installation
This section contains a general overview of a vapor-cycle air conditioning system and
how it functions. This type of system operates in a closed loop, in which the refrigerant
absorbs heat from the cabin and rejects it into the outside air. The refrigerant then
returns to the cabin to repeat the cycle. The operation of the system is described below
(See Figure 1-2).
The compressor receives low pressure heat laden refrigerant vapor from the
evaporators. The compressor pressurizes the refrigerant depending on system demand.
This increases the temperature of the refrigerant. At this temperature and pressure the
refrigerant is above its boiling point. The compressor discharges superheated refrigerant
vapor to the condenser.
The refrigerant flows into the condenser. The condenser has numerous cooling fins in
which the vapor is pumped. In the condenser the high pressure vapor condenses into a
high pressure liquid by reducing the temperature of the refrigerant. This is achieved by
forcing air over the surface of the condenser enabling heat to transfer from the
refrigerant to the outside air thus reducing its temperature. Only refrigerant in the form of
a high pressure liquid leaves the condenser outlet.
The high pressure liquid refrigerant flows into the receiver-drier which stores, dries and
filters the liquid refrigerant.
The liquid refrigerant then flows from the receiver-drier to the expansion valves. The
expansion valves changes the refrigerant into low pressure, low temperature liquid/vapor
by lowering the pressure using a variable orifice. The orifice has high pressure on one
side (from the receiver-drier) and low pressure on the other (evaporator and
compressor) and allows a small quantity of refrigerant to flow through it. The sudden
drop in pressure and temperature causes some of the refrigerant to vaporize. The low
pressure low temperature liquid/vapor then flows to the evaporator where the heat is
transferred from its surface to the refrigerant through vaporization. The heat comes from
inside the cabin and is blown over the evaporator’s surface. Once the refrigerant has
completely vaporized and reached its saturation point it should still be able to carry more
heat. The refrigerant continues to flow through the remainder of the evaporator coils
absorbing more heat and becoming slightly superheated.
The low pressure low temperature slightly superheated vapor refrigerant flows to the
compressor and the cycle repeats itself.
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Receiver-
Condenser Drier
high-press. high-
temp liquid
high-press. high-
temp gas
Bypass
Compressor Valve
Expansion
Valves
low-press. low-
temp gas
low-press. low-
temp liquid
Aft Evaporator Fwd Evaporator
Figure 1-2 – Refrigeration Cycle Illustration

(NOTE: This illustration is provided as a reference only and may not match actual installation)
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CHAPTER 2
AIRWORTHINESS LIMITATION SECTION
1. Airworthiness Limitations
The Airworthiness limitations section is FAA approved and specifies inspections and
other maintenance required under Sections 43.16 and 91.403 of Federal Aviation
Regulations unless an alternative program has been FAA approved.
“No airworthiness limitations are associated with this type design change.”
FAA approval:
______________________________________________________________________
ACO Representative Date
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CHAPTER 3
INSPECTIONS AND OVERHAUL
1. Inspection Requirements
PERIODIC INSPECTIONS
(Hours are aircraft time)
Item Annual Every 25 Hours of Every 100 Hours of Special Inspection Information
Operation Operation
Evaporator Blower Check for operation
Hi/Lo Operation X X
Condenser Check for operation
Blower(s) X X
Forward & Aft X X
Check for operation in Hi and Lo
Evaporator Blower
settings
Motor
Check belt tension, and for
Compressor Drive Belt X X X signs of excessive wear
(example: glazing, cracks, and
exposed fibers)
Air Conditioner X X Check for security and legibility
Placards & Markings
(see chapter 5)
Check for operation, security of
X X X attaching hardware, and signs
of oil or refrigerant leaks.
Air Conditioner
Inspect compressor pulley
Compressor Assembly
assembly for minimum 0.3”
(7.62 mm) clearance between
pulley and transmission support
tube
Air Conditioner Check for cracks and security of
Compressor Mount X X attaching hardware
X X Check for security and signs of
Plumbing and Fittings
oil or refrigerant leaks
Air Conditioner X X Check for security of attaching
Compressor drive hardware
pulley
(mounted to main rotor
input shaft)
Visually inspect for signs of
Blower Electrical
X overheating. See sec. 2.0 below
connectors
for details.
2. Inspection Of Blower Electrical Connectors (annual requirement)
a) Locate the Molex electrical connectors that power the aft evaporator and condenser
blowers. See figures 4-1,2 and 4-9 thru 13. The connectors are at the interface between
the blower harness and the aircraft harness and identified by their white plastic housing.
Note that the evaporator blowers have an additional connector to inspect located several
inches away from the harness connector.
NOTE: Aft evaporators supplied in late 2014 and newer use a gray plastic Deutsch
connector and are not part of this inspection requirement.
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b) De-mate each connector and inspect both mates for signs of overheating
(discoloration or plastic deformation). If any signs of overheating of the housing are
present the system must be rendered inoperative and the connector housing and
contacts replaced before further operation. Contact ACC service dept. for replacement
parts if necessary.
c) Installation & replacement of the wire harness electrical connectors for the evaporator
and condenser blowers.
To avoid potentially serious overheating issues the Molex style connectors (identified
by their white plastic housing) installed on the aircraft harness for connecting to the
evaporator and condenser blowers must be installed per ACC procedure PPP23 and
only using the appropriate terminal crimp tool. This document is available on the
ACC website www.aircommcorp.com/customer-support/service-manuals/.
3. Component Overhaul / Replacement Schedule

Description Part Number Overhaul / Replacement Hours
The blower manufacturer recommends TBO
at 1000 hrs. At the discretion of the operator,
Forward Evaporator Blower Motor ES61064-1
it is acceptable to operate the blower until
failure. A blower failure will result in a
reduction in cooling, but no safety-of-flight
issues are involved.
Aft Evaporator Blower Motor ES61142-1 Same as above
ES73131-1 or ES73151-11 (side mount)
Condenser Motor/Fan Assembly Same as above
S-7095EC-1 or -2 (tail boom)
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CHAPTER 4
LOCATION AND ACCESS
1. Location of Air Conditioner Components
Nomenclature Description of Location
Air Conditioner Circuit Breaker & Relay Panel Forward bulkhead of right side baggage compartment
Air Conditioner Control Panel Overhead panel or Instrument Panel
RH side center console below instrument panel in chin bubble

Forward (Cockpit) Evaporator and Blower
area – blower is integral to forward evaporator
Aft (Main Cabin) Evaporator and Blower Transmission deck just forward of transmission, right side
RH baggage compartment (200 &202 Systems)

Condenser Assembly and Blower Assembly
Forward Tail Boom (Optional Configuration, 204 System)
Compressor Aft LH section of transmission compartment
Routes from compressor, to area below baggage

compartment, and forward to nose area
Refrigerant Plumbing (As refrigerant plumbing connects compressor, condenser,
and evaporators, it may be necessary to access these
components through several panels and cabin headliner
Hi & Lo Service Ports Adjacent to Aft Evaporator
Adjacent to condenser assembly in RH baggage compartment

Receiver Drier Bottle (200 &202 Systems), below right baggage compartment (204
Systems)
Bypass Valve Aft cabin bulkhead in forward fuel bay
Binary Switch Adjacent to Aft Evaporator
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Air Dist Instl
Compressor Instl Aft Evap Instl
Electrical Instl
Condenser Instl
(Tail Boom) Condenser Instl
(Baggage)
Plumbing Instl
Forward Evap Instl
SIDE VIEW
Figure 4-1 – Layout of AS350 Air Conditioning System
Air Dist Instl
Compressor Instl
Condenser Instl
(Tail Boom)
Condenser Instl
(Baggage)
Forward Evap Instl
Aft Evap Instl
TOP VIEW
Figure 4-2 – Layout of AS350 Air Conditioning System
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View Looking Forward

S-3048EC-1
Compressor
Belt
ES35350-3
View Looking Inboard
Figure 4-3 – Compressor Installation

Flat Belt Configuration
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ES35130-3
Belt
View Looking Forward

S-3036EC-1
Compressor
View Looking Inboard
Figure 4-4 – Compressor Installation

Poly-V Belt Configuration
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S-6107EC-2
Forward Evaporator or
S-6111EC-2
S-6164EC-3
Blower Motor
Assembly
Figure 4-5 – Forward Evaporator Installation

(Lower Console – View Looking Inboard)
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S-6111EC-2 or
S-6111EC-2 or
Figure 4-6
Forward Evaporator Ducting (EMS)
(Instrument Panel – View Looking Down)
S-6111EC-2 or
Figure 4-7
Forward Evaporator Ducting (Standard)
Figure 4-8
Forward Evaporator Ducting (Ball Louver)
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AS350-6200-1
Aft Evaporator (200 &
202 systems)
AS350-6202-1 (204
system)
ES61142-1 / -2
Blower Motor
Transmission
Deck (Ref)
Figure 4-9 – Aft Evaporator Installation

(Transmission Deck – View Looking Inboard)
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Transmission
Deck (Ref)
Air Distribution
Ducting
ES57178-1
Binary Pressure Switch
Figure 4-10 – Aft Evaporator Air Distribution

(Transmission Deck – View Looking Down)
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Receiver Drier Bottle

ES43030-5
ES73131-1 or
Blower Motor
ES73151-11
EC130-7030-2
Condenser
Figure 4-11 – Baggage Compartment Condenser Installation

(RH Baggage Compartment – View Looking Inboard)
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Blower Support
Mount
Vane Axial Blower

Assembly
Figure 4-12 – Baggage Compartment Condenser Installation

(RH Baggage Compartment – View Looking Aft)
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Condenser
closeouts
S-7095EC-1 or
S-7095EC-2
Side Panel
Figure 4-13 – Tail Boom Condenser Installation

(Tail Boom – View Looking Aft, Covers Removed to Reveal Details)
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Figure 4-14 – Tail Boom Condenser Details
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*For systems supplied after March 2014 the Tee fitting shown is replaced by
ES40634-7 Tee fitting and ES49035-1 pressure relief valve
Bypass Valve
ES26194-24
Figure 4-15 – Plumbing Installation, Side Mount Condenser

(Aft Cabin Bulkhead – View Looking Forward)
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Figure 4-16 – Air Conditioning System Plumbing – Side Mounted Condenser
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AS350-5004-T23
#6 TUBE ASSY
AS350-5004-T22
#8 TUBE ASSY AS350-5004-T21
AS350-5004-T7 #8 TUBE ASSY
#8 TUBE ASSY
FROM
COMPRESSOR ES26194-24
BYPASS VALVE AS350-5004-T20
#8 TUBE ASSY
A119-5020-3
TEE FITTING
Looking forward at cabin aft bulkhead
Figure 4-17 – Plumbing Installation, Tail Boom Condenser
S-6901EC-1
HEADER
S-5013EC-1 Y FITTING W/
ES49035-1 PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
To FWD
evap
From FWD
evap
From
condenser
ES43042-1
DRIER BOTTLE
To
condenser Looking up below right
side equipment bay
Figure 4-18 – Drier Bottle Installation, Tail Boom Condenser
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Figure 4-19 - Air Conditioning System Plumbing –Tail Boom Condenser
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AS350-8420—1 / -2
A/C Relay Panel
Figure 4-20 – A/C Relay Panel Location

(RH Baggage Compartment Forward Bulkhead – View Looking Fwd)
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CHAPTER 5
PLACARDS AND MARKINGS
1. Placard and Marking Information
2.4 1.1
Charging Instructions Placard

(Transmission Deck Adjacent to Aft Evaporator)
Belt Alignment Caution Placard

(Transmission Deck Adjacent to Compressor)
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Rear Baggage Compartment Placard (Located inside of the aft cargo door.)
If equipped with the tail boom mounted condenser assembly
Storage Bin Placard (Located inside right side of storage bin.)

If equipped with the tail boom mounted condenser assembly and the optional storage bin
located below the condenser
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CHAPTER 6
SERVICING
1. Safety Precautions
CAUTION
Refrigeration servicing should be performed by qualified personnel only.
The refrigerant used in the air conditioning system is the environmentally safe HFC
R134a. This refrigerant is non-explosive, non-flammable, and non-corrosive, has
practically no odor, and is heavier than air. Although R134a is classified as a safe
refrigerant, certain precautions must be observed to protect the parts involved and the
person working on the system.
Liquid R134a at normal atmospheric pressure and temperature evaporates quickly and
tends to freeze anything that it contacts. Care must be taken to prevent any refrigerant
from coming into contact with the skin and the eyes.
WARNING
Always wear safety goggles when servicing any part of the refrigerant
system. Should any liquid refrigerant contact the skin or eyes, seek
medical attention immediately even if the irritation ceases.
WARNING
Never weld, use a flame-type leak detector, blow torch, solder, steam
clean, bake on aircraft finish, or use excess amounts of heat on, or in the
immediate area of refrigerant supply tank.
2. Servicing Information
A list of suggested servicing equipment is provided later in this chapter.
Servicing Procedure
A. Connect the service manifold and vacuum pump to the service ports located in the
forward transmission area adjacent to the aft evaporator.
B. Turn on the vacuum pump and open both valves to evacuate the system. When the
pressure drops to 29.40 InHg (1.9 KgCm) moisture vaporizes and is drawn out of the
system by the vacuum pump. Complete removal of moisture is important to prevent
blockage of the expansion valves with ice. Leak check the system as described later in
this chapter.
NOTE
Due to the drop in atmospheric pressure with an increase in altitude, the
normal vacuum reading will drop approximately 1” InHg (1 KgCm) for
each 1000 ft. (304.8 m) of altitude.
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C. After the system has been evacuated, turn off both manifold valves and turn the vacuum
pump off. Allow a minimum of one hour to check for vacuum leaks (if the system will not
hold a vacuum, the system has a fitting leak). It may be necessary to charge the system
with one or two lbs. (.45 to .86 Kg.) of refrigerant and conduct a leak check survey using
an electronic leak detector.
CAUTION
It is mandatory that the system be leak free to insure trouble free
operation. Continuous operation of the system with insufficient charge will
result in reduced compressor life.
D. After the system is proven to be leak free, the system should be evacuated for a
minimum of 1/2 hour before being charged with HFC R134a.
E. Charging the system with 2.4 lbs. (1.1 Kg.) of R134a refrigerant is the most accurate
method of charging. This should be accomplished using the suggested servicing
equipment called out in this chapter.
F. If a charging station is unavailable, the following procedure should be followed. Add an

initial refrigerant charge of 2.0 lbs. (0.9 Kg.) then continue to add refrigerant until the
evaporator outlet air temperature and system suction pressures reach a minimum.
When adding the refrigerant after the initial charge, it should be done in increments of
0.2 lbs. (.09 Kg.) and two minutes allowed to elapse before adding each additional 0.2
lbs. (.09 Kg.) refrigerant charge. The optimum charge occurs when evaporator outlet
temperatures are at their lowest. Any additional refrigerant will cause the outlet air
temperature to increase and system performance to be degraded.
WARNING
If the system is to be charged by operating the compressor, it must be
charged through the Lo (Blue fitting) pressure (suction) port only. Do not
open the Hi (Red fitting) pressure (discharge) valve while the system is
operating.
G. Test-run the system after charging, to confirm the system is working properly.
CAUTION
When reclaiming refrigerant be sure to note any oil that is removed from
the system and replace the lost oil before or during re-servicing. Reduced
compressor life will result if the total system oil charge is not maintained.
SYSTEM REFRIGERANT & OIL CHARGE

System Description Refrigerant Charge Oil Charge
EC130 Air Conditioner system 2.4 lbs. 1.1 kg. 8.0 fl oz. 238 ml.
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3. Lubrication Information
The total system oil charge is 8.0 fl oz. (238 ml.) of Double End Capped Polyalkylene Glycol
(DEC PAG). The oil is initially contained within the compressor as shipped from the factory
so no additional oil is required when installing a new system.
If oil is spilled during installation / maintenance, or is lost due to a leak in the system, it is
necessary to approximate the amount of lost oil and add this amount to the system. This oil,
if required, should be added to the compressor discharge line prior to system charging.
This system may be serviced with either Polyolester (POE) or Double End Capped
Polyalkylene Glycol (DEC PAG). Polyalkylene Glycol is preferred due to its superior
lubricating properties and improved compressor service life. There are several types of
PAG available. Only the “Double End Capped” type is permissible in Air Comm Corporation
air conditioning systems. Double End Capped PAG oil is available from Air Comm
Corporation in 8 ounce bottles (P/N ES94006-13). Mixing of POE and PAG is acceptable.
Disregard previous statements to the contrary. They referenced PAG oil that was not
“Double End Capped”. Current versions of compressors are designed to be operated using
PAG oil. Testing by Air Comm Corporation has shown that “Double End Capped” PAG is
compatible with POE and can therefore be mixed. “Double End Capped” is a reference to
the chemical structure of the molecule and not to the container.
(Do not use Mineral oil in this system with R134a refrigerant. Do not use any refrigerant oil
other than Double End Capped Polyalkylene Glycol (also known as “ULTRA PAG”) or
Polyolester (also POE)).
Containers of DEC PAG or POE will absorb moisture if left open (hygroscopic). Keep
containers tightly capped when not in use and keep all system components capped while
servicing system.
The quantity of lubrication in the system is critical. If too little lubrication is in the system the
compressor life may be reduced. No other component in the A/C system requires
lubrication. Too much lubricant in the system will retard heat transfer in the evaporator and
condenser coils and reduce the cooling capacity of the system.
NOTE
Maintaining the correct amount of refrigerant and refrigerant oil in the
system is critical for ensuring the long life of the compressor.
The Service Ports for this system are located in the forward transmission deck area adjacent
to the aft evaporator.
CAUTION
This system is serviced with either Polyester Based Refrigerant Oil (POE) or Double end
capped Polyalkylene oil (DEC PAG, aka Ultra PAG). The use of Mineral Oil or Polyalkylene
(PAG) in this system will cause damage to the air conditioner compressor and expansion
valves.
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The following chart may be used to calculate the amount of oil to be added in case a
component is being replaced with a new part.
Component Oil Amount
Compressor See Instructions

Evaporator 1.0 oz. per evaporator
Condenser 1.5 oz.
Receiver Drier 1.5 oz.
Hose - Vapor 1.0 oz. per 10 foot
Hose – Liquid 1.0 oz. per 20 foot
4. System Leak Check
Identification and elimination of system fitting leaks is extremely important to insure a

trouble-free operation of this system.
A system which contains a partial charge of refrigerant can be leak tested with the aid of
an electronic leak detector, and be recharged without evacuating the system.
A new or empty system can be pressurized with nitrogen 70-80 psi (5.1-5.6 kg/cm) or
R134a 50 psi (3.5 kg/cm) to conduct a leak survey.
CAUTION
Do not use compressed air. Compressed air will introduce moisture into
the system, which will degrade the operation of the system.
The preferred method to conduct a leak survey is to use an electronic leak detector in
conjunction with a small charge of R134a refrigerant. All checks done in this manner
should be conducted with the air conditioner off. Since the refrigerant is heavier than air,
leaks are most likely to be detected on the underside of hoses and fittings. Refrigerant
will collect in low areas and provide erroneous leak detection. A stream of compressed
air from a nozzle may be useful in clearing the area just prior to conducting a leak test.
If the nitrogen method is used, it will be necessary to mix together a water and mild soap
solution. Each fitting or suspected leak area should be brushed with this soap solution
and watched for evidence of bubbles formed by the escaping nitrogen.
If a leak is detected at an O-ring fitting, check to insure proper torque has been applied
to the fitting. If the system continues to leak, reclaim the system of refrigerant, and install
new O-rings.
NOTE
Ensure that the O-ring is lubricated with refrigerant oil prior to its
installation.
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A small amount of leakage (approximately one ounce per year) past the compressor
shaft seal is normal. Most leak detectors are sensitive enough to show a leak of this
magnitude.
5. Suggested Equipment for Servicing
Recovery / Recycling / Recharging Station

(Example: Snap-on Model ACT 3340, Robinair Model 34700, or equivalent)
Electronic Leak Detector (R134a compatible)

(Example: Micro-Tech III, Robinair, Snap-on, or equivalent)
Manifold and gauge set (R134a compatible)

(Example: Robinair, Snap-on, or equivalent)
6. Consumable Materials
Refrigerant:
This system is to be charged with Dupont, or equivalent HFC R134a refrigerant only.
Lubricant:
This system may be serviced with either Polyolester (POE) or Double End Capped
Polyalkylene Glycol (DEC PAG). DEC PAG is preferred.
CAUTION
Do not use Polyalkylene glycol (PAG) or Mineral Oil in this system.
O-rings:
As this system is charged with R134a refrigerant, it must be fitted with Highly Saturated
Nitriles (HSN) O-rings. This system incorporates two different O-ring fittings, Torq-Lok
and Insert. The HSN O-rings for the Torq-Lok fittings are BLACK in color and the HSN
O-ring for the Insert fittings are GREEN in color.
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7. Suggested Spares List
Item Part Number
Blower Motor – Fwd. Evaporator S-6164EC-3
Blower Motor – Aft Evaporator ES61142-1, -2
Blower Assembly – Condenser (Baggage) EC130-7536-2
Blower Assembly – Condenser (Tail Boom) S-7095EC-1 (Alt S-7095EC-2)
Compressor Assembly (Flat Belt) S-3048EC-1
Compressor Drive Belt (Flat) ES35350-3
Compressor Assembly (Ploy V Belt) S-3036EC-1
Compressor Drive Belt (Poly V) ES35130-3
Receiver / Drier Bottle ES43030-5 (200 / 202 systems)

ES43042-1 (204 system)
Binary Switch ES57178-1
By-pass Valve ES26194-24
EMI Filter AS350-8424-1
HSN O-rings; Insert type (Green)

Size
#6 O-ring ES44010-2
#8 O-ring ES44010-3
#10 O-ring ES44010-4
HSN O-rings; Torq-Lok Type (Black)

Size
#6 O-ring ES44012-2
#8 O-ring ES44012-3
#10 O-ring ES44012-4
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CHAPTER 7
STANDARD PRACTICES AND INFORMATION
1. General Information
a. Refer to Airbus Model AS350 Maintenance Manual for general removal and
installation procedures associated with basic aircraft equipment and components.
b. It may be necessary to evacuate (discharge) refrigerant from the system to
remove or replace certain components. Instructions for servicing are found in
Chapter 6.
c. All openings and ports in components, hoses, and tubes disconnected or
removed to facilitate removal and replacement procedures must be capped or
plugged to prevent contamination.
d. Retain all parts and attaching hardware for reassembly, unless otherwise noted.
2. Fitting Torque Procedures
INSERT O-RING FITTINGS TORQ-LOK FITTINGS
Apply a thin coating of refrigerant oil to O-ring and Female side of fitting.
Confirm there is no damage (nicks, dirt, etc.) on fittings.
Slide B-nut back away from the end of the tube so you can see the O-ring as you slide
the fitting together.
Be careful not to pinch O-ring during assembly.
Engage the male end into the female fitting being careful to maintain alignment.
The male flange should seat fully against the female fitting without the O-ring being
pinched.
It is important to hold the fitting together while sliding the B-nut forward and engaging the
threads.
Tightening specifications
CAUTION: ALWAYS USE BACK UP WRENCH. EXCESSIVE TORQUE WILL DAMAGE
THE JOINT, COMPROMISING THE INTEGRITY OF THE SEAL.
Insert O-Ring Fittings (regardless of size): Hand tighten, then turn an additional 60 deg.
(one flat on the nut).
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TORQ-LOK ® fittings (regardless of size): Hand tighten, then turn an additional 30 deg.
INSERT O-RING FITTINGS TORQ-LOK FITTINGS
Once the system is charged, check each fitting with an electronic leak detector.
(An electronic leak detector is the only reliable method of checking for refrigerant leaks)
Once the fittings have been checked and are found to be free of leaks, torque seal as
appropriate.
3. Removal and Replacement of Forward Evaporator Assembly

(see Figure 4-5)
Removal
a. Remove LH and RH outlet flex ducts from the Y-adapter on evaporator by

removing cable ties.
b. Remove attaching hardware securing evaporator assembly to aft support
bracket. Lift and slide evaporator aft enough to access drain line and refrigerant
lines.
c. Disconnect drain line from bottom of evaporator by removing cable tie.
d. Evacuate the refrigerant from the system. Refer to Chapter 6 Servicing p.30.
e. Disconnect refrigerant plumbing from evaporator fittings. Always use a back-up
wrench.
f. Disconnect blower motor electrical connector.
g. Remove forward evaporator assembly.
Replacement
a. Position evaporator and connect blower motor electrical connector and secure as
needed.
b. Connect drain line at bottom of evaporator and secure with cable tie.
c. Replace all O-rings before connecting refrigerant plumbing to evaporator fittings
using a back-up wrench. Torque refrigerant line connections per section 2 p.36.
d. Slide evaporator until forward support tab fully engages into forward mount.
Secure evaporator with attaching hardware to aft support bracket.
e. Connect LH and RH outlet flex ducts to Y-adapter on evaporator and secure with
cable ties.
f. Service air conditioning system with refrigerant per Chapter 6, p.30.
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4. Removal and Replacement of Forward Evaporator Blower Motor

Assembly (Figure 7-1 below)
Removal
a. Remove forward evaporator as per paragraph 2.

b. Disconnect blower motor electrical connector.
c. Remove attaching hardware securing blower motor assembly to evaporator
enclosure. Remove blower motor assembly.
d. Loosen retaining set screw and remove blower wheel from blower motor shaft.
Retain blower wheel.
NOTE
It may be necessary to apply heat to the set screw of the blower wheel in
order to separate the two parts.
Replacement
a. Install retained blower wheel on new motor. Press the blower wheel onto the
motor shaft until it stops against motor. Back blower wheel away to achieve a
.030” – .040” clearance between blower wheel and new motor. Apply one drop of
low strength Loctite to set screw and tighten against flat portion of motor shaft to
lock wheel in place.
b. Install blower motor in evaporator enclosure and secure with attaching hardware.
c. Connect blower motor electrical connector and secure as needed.
d. Install forward evaporator as per paragraph 2.
S-6164EC-3
Blower Motor Assembly
ES73100-5
Blower Wheel
Figure 7-1 – Forward Evaporator
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5. Removal and Replacement of Aft Evaporator Assembly

(Figure 4-9 & 4-10)
Removal
a. Disconnect refrigerant plumbing from evaporator fittings once refrigerant is

evacuated. Always use a back-up wrench.
b. Remove attaching hardware and disconnect duct from inlet of evaporator.
Remove flex duct from outlet of evaporator by removing cable ties.
c. Remove attaching hardware securing evaporator assembly to transmission deck.
d. Disconnect drain line from bottom of evaporator by removing cable tie.
e. Disconnect wiring harness connector to evaporator assembly.
f. Remove aft evaporator assembly.
Replacement
a. Position evaporator and connect drain line at bottom of evaporator. Secure with
cable tie.
b. Mount evaporator and secure with mounting hardware to transmission deck.
c. Connect duct and flex duct to inlet and outlet of evaporator and secure with
attaching hardware and cable ties. Seal duct joint to evaporator with black RTV.
d. Connect wiring harness connector to evaporator.
e. Replace all O-rings before connecting refrigerant plumbing to evaporator fittings
using a back-up wrench. Torque refrigerant line connections per section 2, p.36.
6. Removal and Replacement of Aft Evaporator Blower Motor

(Figure 7-2 below)
Removal
a. Disconnect blower motor electrical connector.

b. Remove attaching hardware securing blower assembly and cup housing to aft
evaporator enclosure.
c. Remove attaching hardware securing blower and blower wheel to cup housing.
Remove blower assembly.
d. Loosen retaining set screw and remove blower wheel from blower motor shaft.
Retain blower wheel.
e. Remove heat shrink and splices to motor wires. Retain Molex receptacle and
wiring.
NOTE
It may be necessary to apply heat to the set screw of the blower wheel in
order to separate the two parts.
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ES61142-1, -2 Motor
ccw
M81824/1-2 Splice
2X
Cover wire and splices

with heat shrink
Figure 7-2 – Aft Evaporator Blower Motor, Pre-2015 kits with Molex connectors
Replacement
a. Install splices to retain Molex receptacle wiring and replacement motor wires.
Cover with heat shrink. Ensure wiring polarity is observed as per Figure 7-2.
b. Install retained blower wheel on new motor. Press the blower wheel onto the
motor shaft until it stops against motor. Back blower wheel away to achieve a
.030” – .040” clearance between blower wheel and new motor. Apply one drop of
low strength Loctite to set screw and tighten against flat portion of motor shaft to
lock wheel in place.
c. Attach motor and blower wheel to cup housing using attaching hardware.
d. Install blower assembly and cup housing to aft evaporator enclosure using
attaching hardware.
e. Connect blower motor electrical connector and secure as needed.
7. Removal and Replacement of Condenser Assembly

(Side Baggage Compartment) (Figure 4-11 & 4-12)
Removal
a. Remove attaching hardware securing forward inner baggage compartment panel

to condenser assembly. Remove baggage compartment panel.
b. Disconnect refrigerant plumbing from condenser fittings once refrigerant is
c. Remove attaching hardware securing blower support mount to condenser vane
axial blower assembly.
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d. Remove lower attaching hardware securing baffle plate assembly support tube to
aircraft structure.
e. While supporting condenser assembly, remove attaching hardware securing
condenser hangar brackets on each side of condenser to existing horizontal
support.
f. Remove condenser assembly.
Replacement
a. Position condenser and secure with attaching hardware to hangar brackets on

each side of condenser to existing horizontal support.
b. Install lower attaching hardware securing baffle plate assembly support tube to
aircraft structure. Torque support tube bolt to 20-25 in-lbs (2.25-2.82 Nm)
c. Secure blower support mount to condenser vane axial blower assembly with
attaching hardware.
d. Replace all O-rings before connecting refrigerant plumbing to condenser fittings
e. Install forward inner baggage compartment panel to condenser assembly.
8. Removal and Replacement of Condenser Blower Assembly

(Side Baggage Compartment) (Figure 4-11 & 4-12)
Removal
a. Disconnect blower assembly wiring from RF filter. Observe position and polarity
of the wires for reinstallation.
b. Remove attaching hardware that secures condenser blower assembly housing to
condenser assembly.
c. The discrepant blower assembly can be returned for core exchange credit.
Contact ACC Customer Service for instructions.
Replacement
a. Install blower assembly to condenser assembly with attaching hardware.

b. Connect blower wiring to RF filter and secure as needed. Observe polarity of the
wires (Black – negative; Red – positive).
9. Removal and Replacement of Condenser Assembly

(Tail Boom) (Figure 4-13)
Removal
a. Remove attaching hardware from condenser cover panel. Remove panel.

b. Remove both condenser blower assemblies per section 10 below.
c. Remove both blower lower support brackets attached to the exhaust duct tray.
d. Disconnect refrigerant plumbing from condenser fittings once refrigerant is
e. Remove 7 nuts securing condenser assembly.
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f. Remove both foam lined air block panels.

g. Remove condenser assembly.
Replacement
a. Position condenser and air block panels and secure with attaching hardware.
b. Replace all O-rings before connecting refrigerant plumbing to condenser fittings
c. Install both condenser blower assemblies with support brackets.
d. Install condenser assembly cover panel to condenser assembly.
e. Service air conditioning system with refrigerant per Chapter 6, p.30.
10. Removal and Replacement of Condenser Vane Axial Blower

(Tail Boom) (Figure 4-13)
Removal
a. Remove attaching hardware condenser assembly cover panel to condenser

assembly. Remove cover.
b. Disconnect condenser blower connector from harness connector.
c. Remove 4 each screws attaching condenser blower assembly to the exhaust
housing.
d. Remove blower lower support bracket attached to the exhaust duct tray.
e. Remove blower assembly.
Replacement
a. Position condenser blower and install attaching hardware and lower support
bracket.
b. Re-connect blower electrical plug to harness socket.
c. Install condenser assembly cover panel to condenser assembly.
11. Removal and Replacement of Compressor Drive Belt

(Figure 4-3 & 4-4)
NOTE
Generally, AS350 Single Hydraulic configured helicopters (and Dual
Hydraulic built before 2003) use the Flat belt compressors. Dual Hydraulic
configured helicopters (Aircraft built after 2003) use the Poly V belt
compressor.
Removal
a. Cut safety wire on compressor belt tensioning link and belt tensioning link jam
nuts, and loosen respective jam nut(s).
b. Loosen upper and lower compressor pivot bolts and lower link assembly
mounting bolt on the compressor mount to allow freedom of movement of
compressor.
c. Adjust belt tensioning link to loosen drive belt.
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d. Refer to Airbus Model AS350 Maintenance Manual for removal of main gearbox
engine coupling to gain access to the hydraulic pump/compressor drive pulley on
the main rotor input shaft. Remove drive belt.
Replacement
NOTE
A second belt should be pre-installed on the main rotor input shaft
housing as a spare.
NOTE
Flat belts must be installed so that the direction of travel conforms to the
marking on the belt.
a. Install drive belt on compressor pulley and drive pulley.

b. Adjust drive belt tension according to adjustment procedure below.
c. Tighten and torque upper and lower compressor pivot bolt/nut and lower link
assembly mounting bolt/nut on the compressor mount to torque values in Figure
7-4.
Torque Nut 160 – 190 in-lbs

(18.07 – 21.46 Nm)

(18.07 – 21.46 Nm)

(18.07 – 21.46 Nm)
Figure 7-4 – Compressor Mount Fasteners Torque Values (Flat & Poly V Belt)
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12. Adjustment of Compressor Drive Belt
NOTE
Proper static belt tension (and alignment for Flat belt) is necessary to
insure proper belt life and to avoid excessive side load on the M/R input
shaft. The belt tension should be reset after several hours of operation for
a new belt.
a. Ensure compressor mount fasteners are tightened and properly torqued.

b. Apply appropriate force as per Figures 7-5 or 7-6 depending on belt configuration
using a tension tester midpoint of belt span between the compressor pulley and
the drive pulley.
c. Deviation should be as per Figures 7-5 or 7-6 depending on belt configuration.
d. Cut safety wire on compressor belt tensioning link and belt tensioning link jam
nuts, and loosen respective jam nut(s). Adjust belt tensioning link as required.
e. (Flat belt only – Poly V belt proceed to step i.) Hand turn tail rotor and verify belt
tracks in the center of the pulley. Premature belt failure will occur if belt rides on
fence of pulley in service. If belt tracks in the center proceed to step g.
f. To adjust tracking, loosen AN4H5A Bolt. Adjust 412AC-3016-16 Bolt as follows
(Figure 7-7):
a. Turn CW to make belt track more aft on the pulley.
b. Turn CCW to make belt track more forward on the pulley.
c. Re-tighten AN4H5A Bolt on mount and tighten NAS509-8 Check Nut.
Repeat step e.
g. Run helicopter up to full RPM and engage compressor. Monitor belt until tracking
shifts to fence of pulley (this could take several minutes). Belt has stretched and
needs to be re-tensioned (tracking adjustment may not be necessary).
h. Re-peat steps e through g.
i. Tighten and safety wire compressor belt tensioning link and jam nuts.
Figure 7-5 – Flat Belt Adjustment Value
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Figure 7-6 – Poly V Belt Adjustment Value
Figure 7-7 – Flat Belt Alignment
13. Removal and Replacement of Compressor Assembly

(Figure 4-3 & 4-4)
Removal
a. Disconnect refrigerant plumbing from compressor fittings once refrigerant is

b. Cut safety wire on compressor belt tensioning link and belt tensioning link jam
nuts, and loosen respective jam nut(s).
c. Loosen upper and lower compressor pivot bolts on the compressor mount to
allow freedom of movement of compressor.
d. Adjust belt tensioning link to loosen drive belt. Remove belt from compressor
pulley.
e. Remove nut and bolt from upper and lower compressor mounts while supporting
compressor. Remove compressor.
Replacement
Calculating and measuring the lubricant in the new compressor:

The amount of oil in the replacement compressor needs to be adjusted to
match the amount of oil in the old compressor. To properly calculate the
amount of oil required in the replacement compressor, it is necessary to
pour the oil out of the old compressor into a clean container. Drain the oil
out of the fill plug hole and then pour oil out of the suction and discharge
ports while rotating the center shaft clockwise. Measure the total amount
of oil removed from the old compressor. Note that the compressor (new
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or old) retains .5 oz. of unrecoverable oil even after completely draining.

This total is what is needed to be in the new compressor. New
compressors come from Air Comm charged with 8.0 oz. of oil. This
should be adjusted according to the amount of oil recovered from the old
compressor and any other components being replaced. The receiver drier
should always be replaced when the compressor is replaced or when the
system has been open for an appreciable time, which accounts for
another 1.5 oz. of oil that should be added.
Below is an example of a compressor (and receiver drier) replacement oil

calculation for illustration:
Evacuating the system recovers 1.5 oz. of oil. Draining the old
compressor recovered 2.0 oz. of oil. The new receiver/drier requires an
additional 1.5 oz. so the total oil needed in the replacement compressor
for this case is 1.5 + 2.0 + 1.5 = 5.0 oz, plus the .5 oz of unrecoverable oil
for a total of 5.5 oz. Since the new compressor comes with 8.0 oz. of oil,
remove the oil fill plug and pour out 2.5 oz. of oil.
a. Position compressor and install upper and lower nut and bolt on compressor
mount. Do not tighten.
b. Install belt on compressor pulley.
c. Perform belt adjustment according to procedure in paragraph 10.
d. Tighten and torque mounting bolts to torque values in Figure 7-4.
e. Replace all O-rings before connecting refrigerant plumbing to compressor fittings
using a back-up wrench. Torque refrigerant line connections per section 2, p.36.
14. Removal and Replacement of Receiver Drier Bottle

(Figure 4-11)
NOTE
For the tail boom mounted condenser option only, the drier bottle is
accessed through the right side baggage compartment.
Removal
a. Disconnect refrigerant plumbing from receiver drier bottle fittings once refrigerant
is evacuated. Always use a back-up wrench.
b. Loosen clamp securing receiver drier bottle. Remove receiver drier.
Replacement
CAUTION
Replacement receiver drier bottles are capped to prevent moisture
contamination. Receiver drier bottles left uncapped and open for more
than 10 minutes must be discarded and replaced.
a. Install receiver drier bottle and tighten clamp.
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b. Replace all O-rings before connecting refrigerant plumbing to receiver drier bottle
fittings using a back-up wrench. Torque refrigerant line connections per section
2, p.36.
c. Service air conditioning system with refrigerant per Chapter 6, p.30.
15. Removal and Replacement of Bypass Valve

(Figure 4-15)
Removal
a. Disconnect refrigerant plumbing from bypass valve once refrigerant is evacuated.

Always use a back-up wrench.
b. Disconnect electrical wiring from bypass valve solenoid.
c. Remove attaching hardware to mounting brackets securing bypass valve.
Remove bypass valve.
Replacement
a. Install bypass valve and secure to mounting brackets with attaching hardware.
b. Replace all O-rings before connecting refrigerant plumbing to bypass valve
fittings using a back-up wrench. Torque refrigerant line connections per section
2, p.36.
c. Connect electrical wiring to bypass valve solenoid. Secure wiring as needed.
d. Service air conditioning system with refrigerant per Chapter 6, p.30.
16. Removal and Replacement of Binary Switch

(Figure 4-10)
Removal
a. Access the switch located on the refrigerant line attaching to the aft evaporator.
Note that it is not necessary to discharge the refrigerant for this servicing
operation.
b. Disconnect the electrical wiring from the binary switch.
c. Remove the binary switch by unscrewing it from the Schrader valve on the tube
assembly.
Replacement
a. Install the binary switch.

b. Connect the electrical wiring to the binary switch.
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17. Removal and Replacement of Condenser Fan EMI Filters (Tail Boom
Condenser Model)
Removal
a. Disconnect aircraft battery and any ground power sources from the aircraft.
b. Remove access panel on tail boom condenser housing to access the EMI filters
located within the assembly.
c. Disconnect the electrical wiring from the EMI filter.
d. Remove screws mounting the EMI filter to the condenser housing and remove
EMI filter.
Replacement
a. Install new EMI Filter with mounting screws.

b. Connect the filter connectors to the aircraft wiring and condenser blower wiring.
The connectors are keyed and can only be connected in one way. Secure wiring
as necessary.
c. Reinstall access panel cover and reconnect aircraft battery.
18. Removal and Replacement of Pressure Relief Valve
Removal
a. Locate the pressure relief valve on the Y fitting adjacent to the receiver-dryer
bottle below the right side equipment bay.
b. Evacuate refrigerant from the system.
c. Remove the pressure relief valve.
Replacement
a. Place a small amount of refrigerant oil on the o-ring and install the valve.
b. Re-charge the system per chapter 6, p.30.
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CHAPTER 8
TROUBLESHOOTING
1. System Troubleshooting
Prior to troubleshooting a defective system, it is advisable to conduct a visual

inspection for general condition and obvious signs of damage or failure.
The following matrix lists the easiest checks and the most likely problems.
Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action

System not Cooling System is low or empty of Evacuate the system, determine the
refrigerant origin of the refrigerant leak if
(Evaporator blowers still operating) applicable, and re-charge the system
Moisture or air in the system Evacuate the system, replace the
receiver drier, and place the system
under a vacuum for a minimum of 45
minutes before recharging the system
Compressor If the compressor has failed, it must be
replaced
Compressor drive belt If the compressor drive belt has failed it
will need to be replaced
Bypass valve Check to insure the temperature control
knob on the A/C control panel in the
cockpit is in the full cold position, and
the temperature control circuit breaker
has not tripped. If the valve remains
open (by-passing refrigerant) the valve
will need replacement
Condenser blower motor / fan Check to insure the condenser blower
assembly. motor/fan assembly are receiving
power, and the circuit breakers have not
tripped; if the blowers still do not
function, they may have failed internally
and must be replaced
System not cooling Air conditioner control circuit Reset circuit breaker; if breaker will not
breaker tripped. reset, check for short in circuit
(Evaporator blowers not operating)
Forward or Aft evaporator blower Reset circuit breaker; if breaker will not
circuit breaker tripped. reset, check for short in circuit.
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Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action

System not cooling Forward and aft evaporator blower Check for power to the motor(s),
motor(s) and for the free movement of the
(Evaporator blowers not operating)
blower wheel; if the motor shaft
does not turn smoothly the motor
must be replaced
Loss of cooling limited to one Expansion valve malfunction If cooling is lost in only one of the
evaporator evaporators, and the blowers
continue to function, it is most
likely a blockage at the expansion
valve orifice, this is most often
caused by dirt in the system
forming a blockage as the
refrigerant passes through the
valve; evacuating the system and
changing the receiver drier should
cure this problem; if the above
actions do not resolve the problem,
the evaporator assembly must be
replaced
External moisture (Condensate) in Leak in evaporator, or evaporator If water is noted in the area near
the area of forward / aft evaporator drainage system the evaporators, this is normally
caused by a loose, cracked,
plugged, or disconnected drain line
NOTE
The drain line consists of a tube
which extends from the lower
surface of the evaporators through
the outer contour of the helicopter
(Contact Air Comm Corporation Service Department for current pricing and availability of
replacement components and parts)
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Figure 8-1 – Electrical Schematic, Side Baggage Mounted Condenser (Tail Boom Condenser Option identical except for additional condenser blower and EMI filters, see insert.)
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Figure 8-2 – Electrical Schematic, Relay Panel
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APPENDIX A
WEIGHT AND BALANCE INFORMATION
Airbus AS350 Air Conditioner System

Ref. Dwg. AS350-200 (Flat Belt Configuration), AS350-202 (Poly-V Belt Configuration)
or AS350-204 (Tail Boom Condenser Configuration)
Item Wt. (lbs) X-Arm (in) X-M (in-lb.) Y-Arm Y-M (in-
(in) lb)
AS350 -200, -202 Air 94.7 112.3 10,640 13.1 1,245
Conditioner
AS350 -204 Air 97.5 141.9 13,839 6.7 654

Conditioner
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AIR CONDITIONER SERVICE MANUAL AS350-200M-1

AIR COMM CORPORATION

INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED AIRWORTHINESS

THIS HANDBOOK INCLUDES THE MAINTENANCE INFORMATION

Revision 10 January 14, 2021

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2. Servicing Information .................................................................................... 30

Ambient air temperature: Temperature of the air surrounding a person or object.

WARNING: May be a maintenance procedure, practice, condition, etc., which could

9. Information Essential to Continued Airworthiness

10. Reference Documents

Changes will be made to this document in response to safety-of-flight or non-safety-of-

In addition to the revision of the manual, those changes categorized as safety-of-flight

Replacement or revised copies of this manual can be obtained by contacting:

Air Comm Corporation Service Department

12. Changes to Instructions for Continued Airworthiness

13. Air Conditioner Features

Figure 1-1 – Air Conditioning System Control Panel

The switch operating pressures are:

Low Pressure Function: High Pressure Function:

As a backup measure to protect the system from an over-pressure situation a pressure

14. Description of Vapor Cycle Air Conditioner and Installation

Aft Evaporator Fwd Evaporator

Figure 1-2 – Refrigeration Cycle Illustration

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2. Inspection Of Blower Electrical Connectors (annual requirement)

3. Component Overhaul / Replacement Schedule

Nomenclature Description of Location

Air Conditioner Control Panel Overhead panel or Instrument Panel

RH side center console below instrument panel in chin bubble

RH baggage compartment (200 &202 Systems)

Compressor Aft LH section of transmission compartment

Routes from compressor, to area below baggage

Hi & Lo Service Ports Adjacent to Aft Evaporator

Adjacent to condenser assembly in RH baggage compartment

Bypass Valve Aft cabin bulkhead in forward fuel bay

Binary Switch Adjacent to Aft Evaporator

Air Dist Instl

Compressor Instl Aft Evap Instl

Air Dist Instl

View Looking Forward

View Looking Inboard

Figure 4-3 – Compressor Installation

View Looking Forward

View Looking Inboard