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SUBJECT: DOCUMENT NO.:
COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL: DA139CMM-1
2016-FEB-16 Rev. N/C
RECORD OF REVISIONS
Rev. Date Page Revision Description Approval
N/C 2016-FEB-16 All Initial Release P. BRAVO
COVER PAGE 1 NC
RECORD OF REVISIONS II NC
LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES III NC
SERVICE BULLETIN LIST VI NC
SAFETY SUMMARY 1 NC
FOREWORD 2 NC
TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 NC
INTRODUCTION 8-9 NC
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 11-19 NC
TESTING 101-103 NC
DISASSEMBLY 301-303 NC
CLEANING 401-403 NC
INSPECTION AND LIFE LIMITS 501-516 NC
REPAIR 601 NC
ASSEMBLY 701 NC
ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 1001-1035 NC
STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION 1501-1502 NC
SAFETY SUMMARY
1. General
A. All maintenance tasks must be performed by personnel who are qualified, trained,
and experienced in the specific task that is to be performed.
B. Personnel must perform this Component Maintenance Manual (CMM) according to
the instructions in this document, and in compliance with all applicable shop and
regulatory requirements and safety procedures.
C. Failure to comply with, and/or deviate from, the information provided in this CMM is
the operator’s responsibility and may negatively affect the equipment.
2. Definitions
WARNINGS, CAUTIONS and NOTES appear in the text throughout this manual. The
following definitions apply to all WARNINGS, CAUTIONS and NOTES.
A. A WARNING precedes an operation, maintenance procedure, practice, condition or
statement, etc., which, if not strictly observed, could result in personal injury, death or
long-term health hazard.
B. A CAUTION precedes an operation, maintenance procedure, practice, condition or
statement, etc., which, if not strictly observed, could result in damage to, or
destruction of, equipment or loss of mission effectiveness.
C. A NOTE precedes an operation, maintenance procedure, practice, condition or
statement, etc., which may require additional emphasis or explanation.
3. General Precautions
A. The following are general safety precautions that are not related to any specific
procedure and therefore do not appear in this publication.
B. The following are recommended precautions that personnel must understand and
apply during many phases or operation and/or maintenance.
FOREWORD
1. Introduction
A. This technical manual provides general instructions for the operation of the
Emergency Flotation System, when installed on AW commercial helicopters
B. Manufacturer Customer Support and contact information
(1) For technical inquiry, publication requests, or other customer support issues,
please call Dart Aerospace, San Diego at 760-724-5300.
A. This Component Maintenance Manual is intended for use by the service unit that
maintains the Emergency Flotation System, at the appropriate level of maintenance,
as defined in the manual's Introduction.
B. This Component Maintenance Manual provides operators with a system description,
operational details, and functional requirements for the Emergency Flotation System
to be in an operational readiness condition. This manual also provides operators with
testing and troubleshooting procedures for those maintenance procedures
C. This Component Maintenance Manual only applies to Emergency Flotation Systems
which have been properly installed on the applicable aircraft or have completed
operational check-out and are available for mission or maintenance purposes.
A. If you find any mistakes, faults or errors throughout this manual, or, if you believe you
have any suggestions that may help improve the procedures it contains, please
contact Dart Aerospace.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
RECORD OF REVISIONS ......................................................................................................... II
LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES ...................................................................................................III
SERVICE BULLETIN LIST ........................................................................................................ V
SAFETY SUMMARY ................................................................................................................. 1
1. GENERAL.......................................................................................................................... 1
2. DEFINITIONS ..................................................................................................................... 1
3. GENERAL PRECAUTIONS.................................................................................................... 1
FOREWORD ............................................................................................................................. 2
1. INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................. 2
2. PURPOSE AND SCOPE ....................................................................................................... 2
3. REPORTING ERRORS AND SUGGESTED IMPROVEMENTS ...................................................... 2
TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................................................................ 3
INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................... 8
1. PURPOSE AND SCOPE ....................................................................................................... 8
2. REFERENCE DOCUMENTS .................................................................................................. 8
3. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL................................................................................................ 8
4. ABBREVIATIONS AND TERMINOLOGY ................................................................................... 9
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION ...........................................................................................11
1. AGUSTAW ESTLAND PART NUMBERS .................................................................................11
2. EFS SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ..............................................................................................12
3. EFS INFLATION COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION .....................................................................17
4. EMERGENCY OPERATIONS SUMMARY ................................................................................19
TESTING ................................................................................................................................101
101. INTRODUCTION...............................................................................................................101
102. TEST EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS ..................................................................................101
103. FLOAT ASSEMBLY TEST PROCEDURES (D-LEVEL) ............................................................102
104. 10-MAN LIFERAFT ASSEMBLY TEST PROCEDURES (D-LEVEL) ..........................................103
105. 12-MAN LIFERAFT ASSEMBLY TEST PROCEDURES (D-LEVEL) ..........................................106
106. EFS CONTAINER ASSEMBLIES TEST PROCEDURES (D-LEVEL) ..........................................109
107. HOSE ASSEMBLY TEST PROCEDURES (D-LEVEL) .............................................................109
108. CABLES (O-LEVEL).........................................................................................................110
109. VALVES AND RESERVOIRS (D-LEVEL) ..............................................................................111
DISASSEMBLY ......................................................................................................................301
301. INTRODUCTION...............................................................................................................301
302. SPECIAL TOOLS, FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT AND CONSUMABLES ...........................................301
303. REMOVAL OF INFLATABLE ASSEMBLIES ............................................................................301
304. 24-MONTH EFS DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE (D-LEVEL) ...................................................302
305. 48-MONTH EFS DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE (D-LEVEL) ...................................................303
306. INFLATION VALVES DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE (D-LEVEL) ................................................303
LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS
FIGURE PAGE
Figure 1: EFS Floats Inflated 12
Figure 2: FWD Container 13
Figure 3: FWD Float (shown installed on H/C and inflated) 13
Figure 4: FWD Container – Inboard Side 14
Figure 5: Aft Container (shown installed on H/C)-Top view 14
Figure 6: Aft Float Inflated (shown installed on H/C and inflated) 15
Figure 7: Aft Container – Inboard Side 16
Figure 8: Inflation Components 17
Figure 101: Max Allowable Pressure Drop 106
Figure 102: Max Allowable Pressure Drop 109
Figure 501: Safety Pin 503
Figure 502: Pull Cable Test Fixture 504
Figure 503: Pull Cable Test Fixture Parts 505
Figure 504: Test Fixture to Shroud 507
Figure 505: Pull Rod Attachment 507
Figure 506: Retainer Wire in Plunger 508
Figure 507: Reset Tool 508
Figure 508: Cable Rod to Pull Rod 509
Figure 509: Retainer Wire 509
Figure 510: Actuation Indicator Line 510
Figure 511: Marked Location of Lock Nut 510
Figure 512: Cylinder Pressure Limits Placard 514
Figure 513: Locator Beacon Battery Replacement 516
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INTRODUCTION
1. Purpose and Scope
(1) (O-Level) Operational Level Maintenance Activity and is performed by the kit
owner.
(3) If no level is in parenthesis (), then either level may perform the activity.
D. All measurements given in this manual are taken from the original manufacturing
drawings.
2. Reference Documents
(3) DISASSEMBLY: Provides removal and disassembly procedures for the EFS
Container Assembly.
(4) CLEANING: Provides instructions for both general and specialized cleaning
procedures.
(5) INSPECTION AND LIFE LIMITS: Provides detailed inspection procedures and
critical component data required during maintenance and servicing.
(6) REPAIR: Provides procedures for repairing specific assemblies and sub-
assemblies.
(8) ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST: Provides a complete listing of parts for the EFS
including illustrations and part numbers.
(7) IN Inches
(10) LR Liferaft
(13) Nm Nanometre
A. The following lists the AW PNs corresponding to Dart PNs used in this manual:
Dart PN Description AW PN
650.5201 Fwd Float Left Assy 3G9560V04131
647.5901 FWD Float Assy LH 3G9560V07851
650.5202 Fwd Float Right Assy 3G9560V04231
647.5902 FWD Float Assy RH 3G9560V07751
650.5103 Aft LH Complete 15 Pax Assy 3G9560V06231
650.5105 Aft LH Float And 15 Pax LR Assy 3G9560V04331
647.6003 Aft Float L.H. w/LR Pack Cover 3G9560V07651
647.6003 Aft Float L.H. w/Liferaft Pack Cover 3G9560V07651
650.5104 Aft RH Float And 15 Pax LR Assy 3G9560V04431
647.6004 Aft Float R.H. W/LR Pack Cover 3G9560V07551
650.5106 Aft RH Float And 18 Pax LR Assy 3G9560V06531
650.5107 Aft LH Complete 18 Pax Assy 3G9560V06331
650.5109 Aft LH Float And 18 Pax LR Assy 3G9560V06431
650.4601 AW139 Float Reservoir Assy 3G9560V04951
650.4101 10 Man ETSO Liferaft 3G2560V01351
650.4301 12 Man ETSO Liferaft 3G2560V01151
650.4703 LH LR Reservoir Assy 3G2560V01251
650.4704 RH LR Reservoir Assy 3G2560V01951
650.4904 Pull Cable Assy 3G2560V01851
650.5801 Pull Cable Junction Assy 3G2560V01451
650.8803 Back-Up Handle And Cable Assy 3G2560V02031
650.8804 Pilot Handle and Cable Assy 3G2560V01731
600.1400 Liferaft Cylinder Pressure Graph Label 3G2560V01551
B. The AW139 EFS with Integrated Liferaft is composed of four Float Assemblies and
two Liferaft Inflation Assemblies. Each Float Assembly consists of a Float Container
Assembly a Float bag, and an external cover. The Float is attached to the Float
Container through the Girt using stainless steel hardware. Each Float Assembly is
designed to fit into a corresponding opening in the aircraft. The Forward Float
Assembles install into openings under the crew doors on the pilot and copilot sides.
The Aft Float Assemblies install into opening under the LH and RH baggage doors.
Each Aft Float Assembly also includes an integrated Liferaft, with either a 10 person
(15 person overload) capacity or an optional 12 person (18 person overload)
capacity. The LH AFT Float Assembly also fits the EFS reservoir assembly used to
provide gas to all four float bags at inflation.
Figure 1: EFS Floats Inflated
C. Each FWD Container Assembly houses a float assembly. LH side shown in the
following figures, RH side is symmetric
Figure 2: FWD Container
D. The FWD Container Assembly has a pneumatic hose connection on the inboard side
to connect the H/C hoses line providing gas from the EFS reservoir.
Figure 4: FWD Container – Inboard Side
E. Each AFT Container Assemblies houses a float assembly and a liferaft assembly. LH
side shown in the following figures, RH side is symmetric but not including the EFS
reservoir.
Figure 5: Aft Container (shown installed on H/C)-Top view
F. Only AFT LH Containers house a float inflation reservoir affixed to the inboard side.
G. Each AFT Container Assembly houses a float assembly with the option for a 15 PAX
or 18 PAX Liferaft to be included.
Figure 6: Aft Float Inflated (shown installed on H/C and inflated)
H. The AFT Container Assembly has two pneumatic hose connections on the inboard
sides. The Float Connection allows to connect the H/C hoses line providing gas from
the EFS reservoir. The Liferaft Connection allows to connect the LR H/C hose
providing gas from the LR reservoir.
Figure 7: Aft Container – Inboard Side
Float
Connection
Liferaft
Connection
Junction LR
Inflation
Backup Handles Pull Cables Assemblies Reservoirs
Handles
(1) The Float Inflation Assembly is located on the LH Aft Float Assembly. It consists
of a Cylinder and Electric Inflation Valve. The Float Inflation Assembly is
secured onto the LH Aft Container Assembly through two Clamp Assemblies. An
electrical connector on the Electric Inflation Valve provides power to the dual coil
solenoid inside the Valve, and provides the interface with the helicopter
electrical fixed provisions. A Hose Assembly is attached to the outlet port of the
Electric Inflation Valve and runs from the Valve to a cross fitting on the
helicopter mechanical fixed provisions.
(1) The Liferaft Inflation Assembly is located on the aft endcap of the LH and RH
sponson. Each installation is mirrored to allow for only one liferaft to be inflated
per side. The Liferaft Inflation Assembly consists of a Cylinder and Mechanical
Inflation Valve, both of which comprise the Reservoir Assembly. In addition, the
Liferaft Inflation Assembly also contains a Pull Cable Assembly and a Pull Cable
Junction, a backup External Liferaft Inflation Lever with Pull Cable Assembly,
and a Pilot Inflation Lever with Pull Cable Assembly.
(1) The Liferaft Reservoir Assembly is attached to the aircraft using T-Bolt Clamps
and Reservoir Assembly Brackets. The Reservoir Assembly Brackets are
installed directly to the aircraft. The Pull Cable is connected to the Shroud
portion of the Valve, and provides a direct mechanical link to the rest of the
inflation handles on the side of the aircraft on which it is installed. The Pull Cable
runs from the Valve to the Pull Cable Junction. The Pull Cable Junction provides
the connection interface with the Pull Cable from the Backup External Liferaft
Inflation Lever as well as the pilot inflation handle r4installed in the cockpit.
(1) The Backup External Handles are located forward of the main cabin doors on
the outside skin and is fastened directly to the aircraft. It is accessible to
passengers from outside or inside of the aircraft (with the emergency window
removed).
A. Floats are activated automatically by means of water sensors (as a backup, the pilot
or copilot pushes a guarded switch on the collective) that sends an electrical signal to
the Electric Inflation Valve. The electrical signal is fully redundant, with one signal
going to each coil of the dual coil solenoid. However, only one coil is needed to
initiate the inflation. The compressed helium from the EFS Reservoir Assembly is
released to the internal plumbing and reaches all the four Floats. The flow of gas is
regulated through different sized orifices inside the inlet check valves of the Floats.
B. As the Float inflates, it puts pressure on the Cover until cover breaks. The Float then
continues to inflate to the target design final pressure. Once the Float is completely
inflated, it bears against the Container and portions of the surrounding fuselage.
C. Under normal operations, the Liferafts remain packed during the Float Inflation. Each
Liferaft is contained within a Pack Cover bonded to the forward portion of the Aft
Float. The Liferaft system is activated by pulling on either the inflation lever located
on the pilot or copilot door post, or by pulling the backup Inflation Lever located on the
external fuselage. It should be noted that the Liferaft does not require the Float
inflation to occur for the system to inflate. The pressure from the Liferaft inflation is
enough to open the Covers.
D. Once the Liferaft begins inflating, it propels itself forward such that it ends up adjacent
to the main cabin door. The Liferaft can then be boarded. The survival kit is attached
via a series of lanyards to the Liferaft. It can be accessed by pulling the lanyards until
the Survival Kit Pouches are accessible. The Liferaft itself remains attached to the
Container through a mooring line and through the inflation Hose. The mooring line is
routed through an inflatable boom attached to the Aft Float. The boom is positioned
such that the mooring line is accessible from the aft passenger cabin window. The
Hose can be disconnected manually by actuating the quick disconnect fitting. The
quick disconnect also activates should enough tension be placed on the Liferaft; such
as would be the case if the helicopter were to sink. The mooring line can be cut with
the safety knife included in the Survival Kit
TESTING
101. Introduction
A. This section provides testing and procedures with possible correction procedures for
the EFS kit.
B. Procedures are included for the inflatable Float Assemblies, inflatable Liferaft
Assemblies, EFS Container Assemblies, Hoses, Cables, and Reservoir Valves.
A. The special tools, fixtures, equipment and consumables used in this section are listed
in Table 201.
Table 201: Testing Tools / Materials
DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER / SPECIFICATION
Compressed Shop Air N/A
Digital Air Pressure Gauge* 0 - 10 psig
Commercially Available
[0 - 70 kPa]
Manometer Gauge Adapter Commercially Available
Force Gauge Commercially Available
Torque Wrench, 0 - 150 inch-lbs.
Commercially Available
[0 - 17 Nm]
Ambient Temperature Thermometer Commercially Available
Barometer Commercially Available
Ohmmeter Commercially Available
1-way Topping Valve Dart Aerospace P/N: 600.0207
Test Fixture Dart Aerospace P/N: 606.7900
Electrical Test Harness Dart Aerospace P/N 606.8000
Test cylinder Dart Aerospace P/N 606.0063
A. Preliminary – Inflate each chamber to 1.75 ± 0.02 PSIG and examine for the
following:
(5) Wrinkles in seams > 50% into the contact area, (maximum allowable is one per
inch)
B. Bulkhead Test
(1) Remove existing PRV Topping Valve, and install a one-way test Topping Valve
P/N 600.0207 on the chamber to be pressurized and torqued 30-40 inch
pounds.
(2) Vent adjoining chamber(s) to the test chamber by removing existing PRV valve.
(3) Pressure test chamber to 3.75 ± 0.02 PSIG using shop air and wait for the
pressure to stabilize. Allow the chamber to remain at this pressure for ten (10)
minutes, while checking for seam slippage, bulkhead failure, leaks around the
fittings, seams and other damage that might occur to the floats.
(4) After ten (10) minutes, verify that there is no damage and that the change in
pressure is less than 0.5 PSIG for the chamber. If there is damage, identify
areas and send back for repair and repeat test.
C. PRV Test
(1) Test the PRVs individually by connecting to the PRV test fixture PN 606.7900.
Increase the pressure in the test tube until the PRV opens. Do not add any
additional air. The PRV should close on its own. Upon closing, verify that the
pressure is less than 4.5 PSIG.
D. Leakage Test
(1) Soap hoses and valves and check for air leaks. If leaks are found, send for
repair.
(2) Pressurize each chamber to 1.75 ± 0.02 PSIG, and allow them to stabilize for
ten (10) to twenty (20) minutes. After stabilization, ensure each chamber is
inflated to 1.75 ± 0.02 PSIG. Adjust pressure by releasing gas through the
PRV’s or increase pressure by using compressed air.
(3) Record the start time, date, temperature, barometric pressure of the test area
and start pressure of each chamber.
(4) Allow the chambers to remain at pressure for a minimum of 6 hours, +/- 5
minutes.
(5) Record the date, time, temperature, and the barometric pressure of the test area
as well as the pressure of each chamber.
(6) Using the following correction factor formula, calculate the Actual Pressure.
(7) The pressure change (Actual Pressure - Start Pressure) for the test lasting X
hours must not decrease more than the pressure, Y, calculated from Equation
6a, If the float fails, repeat step 1.
(8) Floats may be presented for re-inspection upon completion of the required
rework and shall be re-inspected for compliance.
A. This test procedure is for the 10 Man ETSO Liferaft AW P/N: 3G2560V01351.
B. Shop Air Inflation
(1) Connect all hoses in accordance to the corresponding liferaft drawing (Dart
Drawing 650.4101).
(2) Vacuum all excess air out of the liferaft through the PRVs.
Test Pass Criteria: Pressure in each chamber remains greater than 1.25 psig.
C. Visual Examinations
(1) Inflate the Top, Bottom, and Canopy Tube to approximately 2.00 ± 0.02 PSIG
and examine for defects. Inspect the Floor inflated to 0.15 ± 0.03 psig.
(2) Open the canopy and verify that it is properly bonded to the raft and free of
defects.
(3) Close the two canopy flaps to verify that all attachment devices operate
correctly.
(4) Verify that all markings are IAW 10 Man ETSO Liferaft drawing number
650.4100.
Test Pass Criteria: Liferaft is free of defects and all markings are IAW 10 Man ETSO
Liferaft drawing number 650.4100.
D. Leakage Test
(1) Inflate the Top, Bottom, and Canopy Tube chambers to 2.00 ± 0.02 psig and
inflate the Floor chamber to 0.15 ± 0.03 psig using shop air.
(2) Ensure that all chambers are within their respective tolerances and allow them
to stabilize for 15 to 20 minutes. After 15 to 20 minutes, verify that the pressures
are within their respective tolerances as listed in the previous Step. Add
additional air if needed. Prior to beginning the pressure test.
(3) Record the start pressures of each chamber, the date, time, temperature and
the barometric pressure of the test area.
(4) Allow the Liferaft to remain at pressure for a minimum of 6 hours, +/- five (5)
minutes.
(5) After remaining under pressure for the prescribed time (minimum 6 hours unless
otherwise specified), record the date, time, temperature and the barometric
pressure of the final test conditions.
(7) Calculate the Actual Pressure of each chamber accept for the test area using
the following correction factor formula:
0.55
0.50
0.45
0.40
0.35
0.30
0.25
0.20
0.15
0.10
0.05
0.00
0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26
Hours
A. This test procedure is for the 12 Man ETSO Liferaft AW P/N: 3G2560V01151.
B. Shop Air Inflation
(1) Connect all hoses in accordance to the corresponding liferaft drawing (Dart
Drawing 650.4301).
(2) Vacuum all excess air out of the liferaft through the PRVs.
Test Pass Criteria: Pressure in each chamber remains greater than 1.25 psig.
C. Visual Examinations
(1) Inflate the Top, Bottom, and Canopy Tube chambers to 1.70 ± 0.02 psig and
inflate the Floor chamber to 0.15 ± 0.03 psig using shop air.
(2) Open the canopy and verify that it is properly bonded to the raft and free of
defects.
(3) Close the two canopy flaps to verify that all attachment devices operate
correctly.
(4) Verify that all markings are IAW 12 Man ETSO Liferaft drawing number
650.4300.
Test Pass Criteria: Liferaft is free of defects and all markings are IAW 12 Man ETSO
Liferaft drawing number 650.4300.
D. Leakage Test
(1) Inflate the Top, Bottom, and Canopy Tube chambers to 1.70 ± 0.02 psig and
inflate the Floor chamber to 0.15 ± 0.03 psig using shop air.
(2) Ensure that all chambers are within their respective tolerances and allow them
to stabilize for 15 to 20 minutes. After 15 to 20 minutes, verify that the pressures
are within their respective tolerances as listed in the previous Step. Add
additional air if needed. Prior to beginning the pressure test.
(3) Record the start pressures of each chamber, the date, time, temperature and
the barometric pressure of the test area.
(4) Allow the Liferaft to remain at pressure for a minimum of 6 hours, +/- five (5)
minutes.
(5) After remaining under pressure for the prescribed time (minimum 6 hours unless
otherwise specified), record the date, time, temperature and the barometric
pressure of the final test conditions.
(7) Calculate the Actual Pressure of each chamber accept for the test area using
the following correction factor formula:
(d) Determine the allowable pressure drop for a test lasting X hours, using
the Equation 1 below:
(e) Y = 0.0313(X)
(f) Where Y is the allowable pressure drop in PSIG and X is the duration
of the test in hours.
Test Pass Criteria: The corrected final pressure must be within the allowable
pressure drop defined in Table 203 and a max drop of 0.1 psig for the floor.
0.45
0.40
Change in Pressure (PSIG)
0.35
0.30
0.25
0.20
0.15
0.10
0.05
0.00
0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26
Hours
A. Inspection
(1) Perform a visual examination for evidence of fraying, wear, or other damage.
(3) Pressure test the Hose Assemblies IAW the proof pressures listed in Table 204
and on drawing 602.3400.
A. Pull Cables
(1) Perform a visual examination for evidence of fraying, wear, corrosion or other
damage.
B. Junction Assembly
(1) Un-attach the Spring from the Cable Lock. Check the functionality of the Arm.
Make sure the Arm rotates about the hinge with little to no resistance or friction.
Reattach the Spring to the Cable Lock.
(2) With the Spring attached to the Cable Lock, rotate the Arm until it is
perpendicular to its attachment location, extending the spring slightly. Slowly
release the Arm. Make sure the spring causes the arm to return to its original
position.
(3) Connect the Electrical Test Harness P/N 606.8000 to the valve.
(4) Connect the Electrical Test Harness P/N 606.8000 to a 28v power supply.
(5) Turn the power supply on and electrically fire the valve.
Test Pass Criteria: The valve must fire and release all of the gas in the cylinder.
(6) In the event of a failure the valve must be disassembled and the root cause of
the failure must be determined and recorded.
(7) Depending on the severity of the root cause, the valve can be rebuilt IAW MPP-
179.
(2) Record the date of the hydro test and the due date in AIPF-7.5.1-BFS Cylinder
Pressurization Form.
(4) Visually inspect and complete the check list in AIPF-7.5.1-BFS Cylinder
Pressurization Form.
(5) Record the Cylinder P/N, S/N and D.O.M. in AIPF-7.5.1-BFS Cylinder
Pressurization Form.
(6) Record the Valve P/N, S/N and D.O.M. If applicable record the date the Valve
was inspectioned in AIPF-7.5.1-BFS Cylinder Pressurization Form.
(8) Record the type of kit, filling PSI and type of gas being used in AIPF-7.5.1-BFS
Cylinder Pressurization Form.
(9) Weigh and record the tare weight in AIPF-7.5.1-BFS Cylinder Pressurization
Form.
Pass Criteria: The tare weight must be 39.9 ± 0.3 lbs (18.01 ± .14 kg).
(10) While filling the reservoir assy spray the valve with soapy water to check for
leaks. If bubbles form it is indicative that there is a leak in the valve. Record the
results in the Snoop: check box in AIPF-7.5.1-BFS Cylinder Pressurization
Form.
(11) After filling get the final weight for the reservoir assembly and record the results
in AIPF-7.5.1-BFS along with the WT of gas.
Pass Criteria: The Total weight must be 43.3 ± 0.3 lbs (19.64 ± .14 kg) and the
weight of the gas must be 3.4 ± 0.2 lbs (1.54 ± .14 kg)
(12) After the final top off record the Leack Check (WT) in AIPF-7.5.1-BFS Cylinder
Pressurization Form.
Pass Criteria: The weight must be 43.3 ± 0.3 lbs (19.64 ± .14 kg).
(13) Inspect the labels to drawing number 650.4600 and record the results in AIPF-
7.5.1-BFS Cylinder Pressurization Form.
(14) QA must verify AIPF-7.5.1-BFS Cylinder Pressurization Form and sign it off.
(1) Connect the Valve Assembly to the Test Cylinder P/N 606.0063.
(4) Connect a pull force gauge to the Pull Rod and smoothly pull back until the Pull
Rod separates from the hosing and the valve fires.
Test Pass Criteria: The valve must fire and release all of the gas in the cylinder, and
the pull force required not to exceed 15 lbs.
(6) Depending on the severity of the root cause, the valve can be rebuilt.
(2) Record the date of the hydro test and the due date in AIPF-7.5.1-BFS Cylinder
Pressurization Form.
(4) Visually inspect and complete the check list in AIPF-7.5.1-BFS Cylinder
Pressurization Form.
Pass Criteria: Must meet all requirements listed in the checklist section of AIPF-
7.5.1-BFS.
(5) Record the Cylinder P/N, S/N and D.O.M. in AIPF-7.5.1-BFS Cylinder
Pressurization Form.
(6) Record the Valve P/N, S/N and D.O.M. If applicable record the date the Valve
was inspected in AIPF-7.5.1-BFS Cylinder Pressurization Form.
(8) Record the type of kit, filling PSI and type of gas being used in AIPF-7.5.1-BFS
Cylinder Pressurization Form.
(9) Weigh and record the tare weight in AIPF-7.5.1-BFS Cylinder Pressurization
Form.
Pass Criteria: The tare weight must be 10.3 ± 0.3 lbs (4.67± .14 kg).
(10) While filling the reservoir assy spray the valve with soapy water to check for
leaks. If bubbles form it is indicative that there is a leak in the valve. Record the
results in the Snoop: check box in AIPF-7.5.1-BFS Cylinder Pressurization
Form.
(11) After filling get the final weight for the reservoir assembly and record the results
in AIPF-7.5.1-BFS along with the WT of gas.
Pass Criteria: The Total weight must be 10.9 ± 0.3 lbs (4.94 ± .14 kg) and the weight
of the gas must be 0.65 ± 0.3 lbs (0.29 ± .14 kg)
(12) After the final top off record the Leak Check (WT) in AIPF-7.5.1-BFS Cylinder
Pressurization Form.
Pass Criteria: The weight must be 10.9 ± 0.3 lbs (4.94 ± .14 kg).
(13) Inspect the labels to drawing number 650.4700 and record the results in AIPF-
7.5.1-BFS Cylinder Pressurization Form.
(14) QA must verify AIPF-7.5.1-BFS Cylinder Pressurization Form and sign it off.
DISASSEMBLY
301. Introduction
A. This section provides removal and disassembly procedures for the EFS with
emphasis on the EFS Container Assemblies. Removal may be performed by
organizational level personnel. Disassembly shall be performed by depot level
personnel.
B. Before disassembly, use the TESTING procedures to establish the condition of the
EFS and to identify any probable causes of malfunction or defect.
C. Follow these procedures to limit the extent of disassembly and repair to return the
EFS to a serviceable condition.
A. The special tools, fixtures, equipment and consumables used in this section are listed
in Table 301.
Table 301: Disassembly Tools / Materials
DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER / SPECIFICATION
N/A N/A
A. This section outlines the procedure for the removal of the inflated Floats, Liferafts and
Survival Kits from the EFS.
B. Float Removal Procedure:
(1) If deployed, after all gas has been discharged from the Reservoir Assembly. Go
to Step (3).
(3) Remove all screws and washers attaching the Float’s Girt portion to the
container.
(5) For Aft Floats, disconnect the Liferaft Lanyard from the Pack Cover.
(1) If deployed, after all gas has been discharged from the Reservoir Assembly. Go
to Step (3).
(5) Disconnect the Liferaft Lanyard from the Float Assembly Pack Cover.
(1) Disconnect the Survival Kit Lanyard from the Liferaft Assembly.
A. This section outlines the disassembly sequence required to complete the 24-month
inspection procedure on the EFS.
B. Forward Container Disassembly Procedure
A. This section outlines the disassembly sequence required to complete the 48-month
inspection procedure on the EFS.
B. Disassemble the forward and aft containers IAW Section 304.
C. Disassembly Procedure for LH AFT Assembly:
A. Disassemble both the Liferaft and EFS inflation valves IAW Dart document MPP-179.
CLEANING
401. Introduction
A. This section contains instructions for both general and specialized cleaning
procedures.
B. Unless otherwise noted, all cleaning instructions and procedures should be
performed as described.
A. The tools, fixtures, equipment and consumables used in this section are listed in
Table 401.
NOTE: Equivalent items may be used.
A. Clean all metal parts with parts washing solvent or equivalent. Remove dirt, grease,
and residual compounds using a stiff-bristle or non-metallic brush.
B. Use appropriate PPE and operational procedures according to the products being
used i.e. High Pressure spray, compressed can, or spray bottle.
C. Reservoir Sight Tube
(1) Use a clean wet cloth to carefully clean both sides of the clear polycarbonate
plate and the outside surface of the pressure gauge window. Use a mild soap
solution for difficult cleaning issues, and be sure to remove all soap when
cleaning is completed.
A. This section outlines the procedure for cleaning the Floats and Liferaft inflatable
assemblies.
B. Cleaning Procedure
(2) Pump or otherwise apply cleaning solvent onto a clean shop rag.
A. This section outlines the procedure for cleaning the interior of EFS Containers
Assembly including all sub-assemblies,
B. Cleaning Procedure
NOTE: Rag should be damp not wet.
(1) Pump or otherwise apply cleaning solvent onto a clean shop rag.
A. This section outlines the procedure for cleaning the Pull Cables.
B. Cleaning Procedure
(1) Pump or otherwise apply cleaning solvent onto a clean shop rag.
A. The special tools, fixtures, equipment and consumables used in this section are listed
in Table 501.
Table 501: Testing Tools / Materials
DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER / SPECIFICATION
N/A N/A
A. Reservoir Cylinders
(1) The total life time of Reservoir Cylinders (excluding valve) shall not exceed 15
years, starting from DOM, including storage time.
B. EFS Components
(1) All parts (with exception to the Reservoir Cylinders) have no mandatory life limit.
Parts shall be replaced as required by periodic inspections, 24-Month Service
Inspections, and 48-Month Service Inspections.
B. The 24 Month Service Inspection includes both O-level and D-level activities. Perform
a 24 Month Service Inspection every 24 months starting from the date of installation
of the kit on the aircraft.
C. Perform the first 48 Month Service Inspection after 48 months, starting from the date
of installation of the kit on the aircraft or after 5 years from the EFS reservoir and LR
reservoir DOM (whichever occurs first). Perform subsequent 48 Month Service
Inspection after 48 months from the installation date on the aircraft.
Table 502: Inspection and Inspection Item Schedule
Equipment Subassembly P/N Tasks Inspection Interval
24 Month
FWD Float Every 24m from installation
ALL Service
Assemblies date
Inspection
24 Month
AFT Float Every 24m from installation
ALL Service
Assemblies date
Inspection
650.8001 24 Month
LR Activation Every 24m from installation
Service
System 650.8002 date
Inspection
Every 48m from installation
48 Month
date or 5yrs from DOM of
Float Reservoirs 650.4601 Service
EFS Reservoir, whichever
Inspection
occurs first
Every 48m from installation
LR Reservoir LH 650.4703 48 Month
date or 5yrs from DOM of LR
Service
LR Reservoir RH 650.4704 Reservoir, whichever occurs
Inspection
first
B. Rigging Check
The Rigging Check procedure is to be performed during the 24-month inspection
procedure by O-level personnel.
F/N 7 Retainer
Wire
606.7802
Clamp Assy
Test
Fixture
F/N 15 Set
Screw F/N 17 & 18 Hex
Keys
(1) Place Clamp Assy loosely on shroud of installed valve. Insert Pull Cable Test
Fixture into Clamp Assembly and secure it using F/N 18 Hex Key so it is closely
lined up with the existing valve shroud as shown in Figure 504.
(2) Attach F/N 20 Test Pull Rod to F/N 5 Pull Rod as shown in Figure 505.
(4) To reinsert the pull rod, disengage the Test Fixture by pulling up on F/N 9 Key
Ring. Insert extra F/N 7 Retainer Wire into F/N 2 Plunger hole, as shown in
Figure 506, to lock Plunger in the open position. Reinsert Pull Rod into Pull Rod
Housing using Reset Tool until it seats, as shown in Figure 507. Apply sufficient
force to Pull Rod to ensure it travels past F/N 15 Set Screw. Remove Retainer
wire from Plunger to re-engage Test Fixture.
F/N 7 Retainer
Wire
F/N 2 Plunger
(5) If pull force gauge reading is less than 10 lbs, use F/N 17 Hex L-Key 3/32” to
turn F/N 15 Set Screw (located under the Pull Rod Housing) clockwise in small
increments to increase the pull force.
NOTE: Do not adjust F/N 15 Set Screw if F/N 5 Pull Rod is not seated within
F/N 1 Pull Rod Housing. Doing so may prevent the pull rod from
seating properly.
(6) Repeat steps 1-3 until the pull force gauge reads between 10-15 lbs.
(1) Insert Cable Rod into F/N 4 Shroud and connect to F/N 5 Pull Rod. (Figure 508)
F/N 5
(2) Seat the Lock Nut Swivel into the Pull Rod Housing and insert F/N 7 Retainer
Wire into Cotter Pin Hole locations to secure the pull cable within the Test
Fixture. (Figure 509)
F/N 7
Not Fired
Fired
(4) Reset the Test Fixture according to Step 4 in Pull Force Calibration. Perform a
Pull tests on each cable in the system to validate the effectiveness of the Pull
Cable Rigging.
(5) Repeat steps 3 & 4 until the Pull Cable System is adjusted so that there is an
ample amount of travel at each Pull Handle and minimal slack.
(6) Once the system has been adjusted so that there is ample travel at each Pull
Handle, mark the location of the Lock Nut to indicate the final rigging adjustment
when reinstalling the pull Cable into the shroud of the installed Reservoir
Assembly. (Figure 511)
Lock Nut
(8) Install Pull Cable into Shroud of installed Reservoir Assembly and adjust system
up to the mark created per Step 6.
(9) Complete Installation IAW the applicable Dart Installation Instructions and/or
Instructions for Continued Airworthiness
A. This portion of the 24-Month servicing and inspection procedure consist of a series of
detailed checks and visual inspections at the manufacturer’s facility to ensure the
operational readiness of the EFS.
B. All required procedures are outlined in
C. Table 504.
Table 504: 24-Month Servicing and Inspection
Step Section Paragraph
No. Service Requirement
Reference Reference
24 MONTH Complete the 24 Month EFS
1 304
DISASSEMBLY Disassembly Procedure
Clean EFS interior and exterior. Clean
2 CLEANING 403 thru 405
all EFS sub-assemblies
3 TESTING 103 Float Assemblies Test Procedures
10-Man or 12-Man Liferaft Assembly
4 TESTING 104 or 105
Test Procedures
INSPECTION AND Perform a complete EFS Containers
5 510
LIFE LIMITS Visual Inspection
INSPECTION AND Check and inspect all EFS Placards
6 511.A
LIFE LIMITS and Markings
INSPECTION AND Perform EFS Final Equipment and
7 511.B
LIFE LIMITS Packing Inspection
INSPECTION AND Replace parts of First Aid Kit
8 512.A
LIFE LIMITS (650.8302)
(1) Perform a 48 Month Service Inspection after 5 years from DOM or from Date of
last 48 Month Service Inspection.
(2) Perform a 24 Month Service Inspection before installing the kit on aircraft if 24
months have passed from the DOM or the latest 48 Month Service Inspection.
Then it follows the maintenance schedule for installed equipment.
(3) If the kit is installed before 24 months have passed from DOM or the latest 48
Month Service Inspection, then it follows the maintenance schedule for installed
equipment.
(1) The maintenance schedule stops while stored and resumes when the kit is
reinstalled on the aircraft. Prior to installation on aircraft, the hydrostatic test date
shall be verified for time remaining until next inspection. If 5 years have passed
from DOM or latest hydrostatic test, the Reservoirs must be sent to an
Authorized Repair Facility for overhaul.
(2) Check the Reservoir Gauge pressures for the LR and EFS. Verify that it is within
safe operating limits according to the Cylinder Pressure Limits placards (Figure
512).
NOTE: Both the LR and EFS Reservoirs have the same Pressure Limits.
(1) Verify that all accepted equipment contains all specified placards and markings
listed in Table 506.
(1) Verify that all accepted equipment passes all inspections listed in Table 507.
(2) Ensure that correct information is recorded in the maintenance placard i.e. last
and next date of inspection.
(a) To fit a new battery (Type - AA), unscrew the base of the flash light,
replace old battery, and re-screw the base onto the flashlight until tight.
(a) To fit a new battery (Manufactures P/N: 500-32 PLB), undo the screw
in the base which will allow the battery to come loose from the beacon unit.
(b) Remove the red tab and insert the battery into the unit using the screw
provided and tighten until the battery fits solidly together with the beacon
unit.
Figure 513: Locator Beacon Battery Replacement
REPAIR
601. Introduction
A. The special tools, fixtures, equipment and consumables used in this section are listed
in Table 601.
Table 601: Testing Tools / Materials
DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER / SPECIFICATION
Dart Test Fixture 606.7801
ASSEMBLY
701. Introduction
A. This section provides assembly procedures for the EFS Container Assemblies.
A. The special tools, fixtures, equipment and consumables used in this section are listed
in Table 701.
Table 701: Assembly Tools / Materials
DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER / SPECIFICATION
N/A N/A
A. For both LR Reservoir Valves and EFS Reservoir Valve, refer to Dart Document
MPP-179.
A. This section provides the illustrations and breakdown of parts for the EFS Kit which
can be disassembled, repaired or replaced, and reassembled.
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Figure 1029
Figure 1030
A. The purpose of this section is to detail the handling, storage, conditioning, and
preservation of the supplier portion of the EFS.
B. For the purposes of shipping and storage, the EFS will be split up into four packing
crates.
(1) Inspect the included paperwork and remove the containers from the packing
crates.
(1) Insert the packed EFS into the shipping container and include any appropriate
paperwork and notices as shown below:
A. Follow the preparation steps detailed in Section 1502. Because the Reservoir
Assembly inside of the EFS Container Assembly is charged with pressurized helium,
the shipment is considered to have Hazardous Material.