Detailed Check of the Thrust Reverser Blocker Door Assemblies [IAE]
TASK 78-32-00-200-010-A
Detailed Check of the Thrust Reverser Blocker Door Assemblies
1. Reason for the Job
This task gives the procedure for the inspection of the thrust reverser to determine allowable damage.
2. Job Set-up Information
A. Fixtures, Tools, Test and Support Equipment
B. Work Zones and Access Panels
C. Referenced Information
3. Job Set-up
Subtask 78-32-00-941-054-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
Subtask 78-32-00-980-051-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL Subtask 78-32-00-440-052-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL Subtask 78-32-00-410-061-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
[Rev.10 from 2021]
2026.04.01 04:10:42 UTC
Detailed Check of the Thrust Reverser Blocker Door Assemblies
1. Reason for the Job
This task gives the procedure for the inspection of the thrust reverser to determine allowable damage.
2. Job Set-up Information
A. Fixtures, Tools, Test and Support Equipment
| REFERENCE | QTY | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|---|
| No specific | AR | ACCESS PLATFORM 2M (6 FT) - ADJUSTABLE |
| No specific | AR | WARNING NOTICE(S) |
| ZONE/ACCESS | ZONE DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| 400 | POWER PLANT, NACELLES AND PYLONS |
| FOR [1000EM1] (ENGINE-1) | |
| 437AL, 438AR | |
| FOR [1000EM2] (ENGINE-2) | |
| 447AL, 448AR | |
| REFERENCE | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|
| TASK 71-13-00-010-010-A | Opening of the Fan Cowls 437AL(447AL),438AR(448AR) |
| TASK 71-13-00-410-010-A | Closing of the Fan Cowls 437AL(447AL),438AR(448AR) |
| TASK 78-30-00-040-012-A | Deactivation of the Thrust Reverser Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) for Ground Maintenance |
| TASK 78-30-00-440-012-A | Re-activation of the Thrust Reverser Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) after Ground Maintenance |
| TASK 78-31-00-710-041-A | Operational Test of the Thrust Reverser System with the CFDS |
| TASK 78-31-00-710-041-A-02 | Operational test of the Thrust Reverser without the CFDS and Engine Running |
| TASK 78-32-00-860-010-A | Manual Extension of the Thrust Reverser Translating Sleeves |
| TASK 78-32-00-860-011-A | Manual Retraction of the Thrust Reverser Translating Sleeves |
Subtask 78-32-00-941-054-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
A. Safety Precautions
(1) On the center pedestal, on the ENG panel 115VU:
(a) Put a WARNING NOTICE(S) to tell persons not to start the engine.
(2) Make sure that the engine 1(2) shutdown occurred not less than 5 minutes before you do this procedure.
(3) On the overhead maintenance panel 50VU:
(a) Make sure that the ON legend of the ENG/FADEC GND PWR/1(2) pushbutton switch is off.
(b) Put a WARNING NOTICE(S) to tell persons not to energize the FADEC 1(2).
Subtask 78-32-00-010-063-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL (1) On the center pedestal, on the ENG panel 115VU:
(a) Put a WARNING NOTICE(S) to tell persons not to start the engine.
(2) Make sure that the engine 1(2) shutdown occurred not less than 5 minutes before you do this procedure.
(3) On the overhead maintenance panel 50VU:
(a) Make sure that the ON legend of the ENG/FADEC GND PWR/1(2) pushbutton switch is off.
(b) Put a WARNING NOTICE(S) to tell persons not to energize the FADEC 1(2).
B. Get Access
(1) Open the fan cowls (Ref. AMM TASK 71-13-00-010-010):
(a) FOR [1000EM1] (ENGINE-1)
437AL 438AR
(b) FOR [1000EM2] (ENGINE-2)
447AL 448AR.
(2) Put the ACCESS PLATFORM 2M (6 FT) - ADJUSTABLE in position.
Subtask 78-32-00-040-053-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL (1) Open the fan cowls (Ref. AMM TASK 71-13-00-010-010):
(a) FOR [1000EM1] (ENGINE-1)
437AL 438AR
(b) FOR [1000EM2] (ENGINE-2)
447AL 448AR.
(2) Put the ACCESS PLATFORM 2M (6 FT) - ADJUSTABLE in position.
C. Deactivate the Thrust Reverser
Subtask 78-32-00-980-050-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL 4. ProcedureWARNING:
MAKE SURE THAT THE THRUST REVERSER HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT (HCU) IS DEACTIVATED BEFORE YOU DO WORK ON OR AROUND THE THRUST REVERSER. IF THE HCU IS NOT DEACTIVATED, THERE IS A RISK OF UNWANTED THRUST REVERSER OPERATION WHICH CAN CAUSE INJURY TO PERSONS AND/OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT.
(1) Deactivate the thrust reverser Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) (Ref. AMM TASK 78-30-00-040-012). NOTE: The visual inspection applies to the PRE SBN 70-0759 configuration. The POST SBN 70-0759 configuration does not require an inspection.
Subtask 78-32-00-210-050-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL A. Do a detailed visual inspection for cracks in the aft web door stiffeners
(a) Start at the top surface of the ribs and proceed to the door skin next to the radius of the rib root.
(b) No cracks are allowed.
(2) Inspection of the hinge rib regions No.2A and 2B:
(a) Do the inspection along the door skin next to the rib root.
(b) No cracks are allowed.
(3) If any cracks are found, regardless of size or depth, reject the blocker door assembly.
5. Close-upNOTE: Enter the thrust reverser through the aft opening of the C-duct to get access to the aft side of the blocker doors.
(1) Inspection of the rib apex region No.1: (a) Start at the top surface of the ribs and proceed to the door skin next to the radius of the rib root.
(b) No cracks are allowed.
(2) Inspection of the hinge rib regions No.2A and 2B:
(a) Do the inspection along the door skin next to the rib root.
(b) No cracks are allowed.
(3) If any cracks are found, regardless of size or depth, reject the blocker door assembly.
Subtask 78-32-00-980-051-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL Subtask 78-32-00-440-052-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL Subtask 78-32-00-410-061-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
C. Close Access
(1) Make sure that the work area is clean and clear of tools and other items.
(2) Close the fan cowls (Ref. AMM TASK 71-13-00-410-010):
(a) FOR [1000EM1] (ENGINE-1)
437AL 438AR
(b) FOR [1000EM2] (ENGINE-2)
447AL 448AR
(3) Remove the WARNING NOTICE(S).
(4) Remove the access platform(s).
Subtask 78-32-00-710-062-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL (1) Make sure that the work area is clean and clear of tools and other items.
(2) Close the fan cowls (Ref. AMM TASK 71-13-00-410-010):
(a) FOR [1000EM1] (ENGINE-1)
437AL 438AR
(b) FOR [1000EM2] (ENGINE-2)
447AL 448AR
(3) Remove the WARNING NOTICE(S).
(4) Remove the access platform(s).
D. Operational Test
(1) Do an operational test of the thrust reverser system (Ref. AMM TASK 78-31-00-710-041).
(1) Do an operational test of the thrust reverser system (Ref. AMM TASK 78-31-00-710-041).
NOTE: As an alternative procedure, you can do the operational test without the CFDS (Ref. AMM TASK 78-31-00-710-041).
Thrust Reverser Blocker Doors