DOC AIRBUS | AMM A320FRepair of the Edge Seal of the Acrylic Fixed-Window Panel
TASK 56-11-12-300-803-A
Repair of the Edge Seal of the Acrylic Fixed-Window Panel
1. Reason for the Job
This procedure is only applicable for acrylic fixed-window panels (GKN (known before as LUCAS/ACT) supplier).
2. Job Set-up Information
A. Fixtures, Tools, Test and Support Equipment
B. Consumable Materials
C. Referenced Information
3. Job Set-up
Subtask 56-11-12-010-055-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
Subtask 56-11-12-340-050-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
Subtask 56-11-12-942-062-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
[Rev.10 from 2021]
2026.04.01 12:51:25 UTC
Repair of the Edge Seal of the Acrylic Fixed-Window Panel
1. Reason for the Job
This procedure is only applicable for acrylic fixed-window panels (GKN (known before as LUCAS/ACT) supplier).
2. Job Set-up Information
A. Fixtures, Tools, Test and Support Equipment
| REFERENCE | QTY | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|---|
| No specific | 1 | GLOVES - COTTON, LINT-FREE, CLEAN |
| No specific | 1 | GOGGLES - PROTECTIVE |
| No specific | 1 | SCALPEL |
| No specific | 1 | SCRAPER - PLASTIC |
| REFERENCE | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|
| (Material No.05JCD1) | Contact Adhesive-Window - Rubber Bonding Silicone base - |
| (Material No.08BBD1) | Non Aqueous Cleaner-- Isopropyl Alcohol - |
| (Material No.14KAE1) | Elastomer-- Silicone Rubber - |
| REFERENCE | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|
| TASK 56-11-12-000-001-A | Removal of the Fixed Windows |
Subtask 56-11-12-010-055-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
A. Get Access
(1) Make sure that the fixed window panel is removed (Ref. AMM TASK 56-11-12-000-001).
(2) Make sure that the fixed window panel is in a safe position on a clean and padded surface, at heights.
4. Procedure(1) Make sure that the fixed window panel is removed (Ref. AMM TASK 56-11-12-000-001).
(2) Make sure that the fixed window panel is in a safe position on a clean and padded surface, at heights.
Subtask 56-11-12-340-050-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
A. Repair of the Edge Seal of the Acrylic Fixed-Window Panel
(1) Removal of the edge seal
(a) Remove the damaged edge seal with the SCRAPER - PLASTIC.
(b) Make sure that you do not cause damage to the acrylic fixed-window panel.
(c) Put on the GLOVES - COTTON, LINT-FREE, CLEAN and the GOGGLES - PROTECTIVE.
(d) Clean the edge of the acrylic fixed-window panel with Non Aqueous Cleaner-- Isopropyl Alcohol - (Material No.08BBD1) .
(2) Remove the remaining vinyl from the edge of the fixed-window panel with the SCALPEL.
(a) Make sure that the vinyl edge surface is flush with the edge of the fixed-window panel surface.
Make sure that you do not cause damage to the fixed-window panel.
(3) Installation of the new edge seal
(a) Prepare the mix of Contact Adhesive-Window - Rubber Bonding Silicone base - (Material No.05JCD1) .
(b) Apply Contact Adhesive-Window - Rubber Bonding Silicone base - (Material No.05JCD1) on the new edge seal and Elastomer-- Silicone Rubber - (Material No.14KAE1) on the mating surface of the acrylic fixed-window panel.
(c) Let the material dry for 15 minutes.
(d) Apply a second layer of Contact Adhesive-Window - Rubber Bonding Silicone base - (Material No.05JCD1) .
(e) Let the material dry for 15 minutes.
(f) You must not let the adhesive dry too long between the layers or between the final layer and the bond of the seal edge to the fixed-window panel. If this occurs, the bond will not be correct.
(g) Put the edge seal in position on the edge of the fixed-window panel.
(h) Make sure that the edge seal surface is flat and smooth.
(i) Push the edge seal down all around.
(j) Let the edge seal dry for 12 hours minimum at ambient temperature.
(k) Cut the unwanted edge seal at 45 deg. along the line of the chamfer.
5. Close-up(1) Removal of the edge seal
(a) Remove the damaged edge seal with the SCRAPER - PLASTIC.
(b) Make sure that you do not cause damage to the acrylic fixed-window panel.
(c) Put on the GLOVES - COTTON, LINT-FREE, CLEAN and the GOGGLES - PROTECTIVE.
(d) Clean the edge of the acrylic fixed-window panel with Non Aqueous Cleaner-- Isopropyl Alcohol - (Material No.08BBD1) .
(2) Remove the remaining vinyl from the edge of the fixed-window panel with the SCALPEL.
(a) Make sure that the vinyl edge surface is flush with the edge of the fixed-window panel surface.
Make sure that you do not cause damage to the fixed-window panel.
(3) Installation of the new edge seal
(a) Prepare the mix of Contact Adhesive-Window - Rubber Bonding Silicone base - (Material No.05JCD1) .
(b) Apply Contact Adhesive-Window - Rubber Bonding Silicone base - (Material No.05JCD1) on the new edge seal and Elastomer-- Silicone Rubber - (Material No.14KAE1) on the mating surface of the acrylic fixed-window panel.
(c) Let the material dry for 15 minutes.
(d) Apply a second layer of Contact Adhesive-Window - Rubber Bonding Silicone base - (Material No.05JCD1) .
(e) Let the material dry for 15 minutes.
(f) You must not let the adhesive dry too long between the layers or between the final layer and the bond of the seal edge to the fixed-window panel. If this occurs, the bond will not be correct.
(g) Put the edge seal in position on the edge of the fixed-window panel.
(h) Make sure that the edge seal surface is flat and smooth.
(i) Push the edge seal down all around.
(j) Let the edge seal dry for 12 hours minimum at ambient temperature.
(k) Cut the unwanted edge seal at 45 deg. along the line of the chamfer.
NOTE: You can also cut the unwanted edge seal first, then push the seal edge down tightly and let the edge seal dry.
Subtask 56-11-12-942-062-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
A. Close Access
(1) Make sure that the work area is clean and clear of tools and other items.
(1) Make sure that the work area is clean and clear of tools and other items.