Special Detailed Inspection of Thrust Reverser, Forward (FWD) Vee-Blade [CFML]
TASK 78-32-00-280-802-A
Special Detailed Inspection of Thrust Reverser, Forward (FWD) Vee-Blade
Refer to the MPD TASK: 783226-02
SPECIAL DETAILED INSPECTION (HFEC) OF THRUST REVERSER, FWD VEE BLADE
2. Job Set-up Information
A. Fixtures, Tools, Test and Support Equipment
B. Consumable Materials
C. Work Zones and Access Panels
D. Referenced Information
3. Job Set-up
Subtask 78-32-00-941-123-A
Subtask 78-32-00-280-050-A
Subtask 78-32-00-410-176-A
[Rev.10 from 2021]
2026.04.01 03:35:50 UTC
Special Detailed Inspection of Thrust Reverser, Forward (FWD) Vee-Blade
WARNING:
BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU DO WORK ON THE ENGINE PARTS AFTER THE ENGINE SHUTDOWN. USE APPLICABLE THERMAL GLOVES. THE ENGINE PARTS CAN STAY HOT FOR ONE HOUR AFTER SHUTDOWN AND CAN BURN YOU.
WARNING:
BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU USE CONSUMABLE MATERIALS. OBEY THE MATERIAL MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS AND YOUR LOCAL REGULATIONS.
1. Reason for the JobRefer to the MPD TASK: 783226-02
SPECIAL DETAILED INSPECTION (HFEC) OF THRUST REVERSER, FWD VEE BLADE
2. Job Set-up Information
A. Fixtures, Tools, Test and Support Equipment
| REFERENCE | QTY | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|---|
| No specific | 1 | ACCESS PLATFORM 2M (6 FT) - ADJUSTABLE |
| No specific | 1 | LIGHT SOURCE - INSPECTION |
| No specific | 1 | MIRROR - INSPECTION |
| No specific | AR | WARNING NOTICE(S) |
| REFERENCE | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|
| (Material No.CPNCL02069) | LINT-FREE COTTON CLOTH |
| (Material No.CPNCL02589) | GENERAL CLEANING AGENT - MULTI PURPOSE |
| ZONE/ACCESS | ZONE DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 1) | |
| 437AL, 438AR, 451AL, 452AR | |
| FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 2) | |
| 447AL, 448AR, 461AL, 462AR | |
| REFERENCE | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|
| TASK 71-13-00-010-803-A | Opening of the Fan Cowl Doors |
| TASK 71-13-00-410-803-A | Closing of the Fan Cowl Doors |
| TASK 78-30-00-040-807-A | Deactivation of the Thrust Reverser System for Nacelle Maintenance (ICU) |
| TASK 78-30-00-440-807-A | Reactivation of the Thrust Reverser System after Nacelle Maintenance (ICU) |
| TASK 78-36-00-010-806-A | Opening of the Thrust Reverser Cowl Doors |
| TASK 78-36-00-410-806-A | Closing of the Thrust Reverser Cowl Doors |
| NTM 511008 | |
Subtask 78-32-00-941-123-A
A. Safety Precautions
(1) On the center pedestal, on ENG panel 115VU:
(a) Make sure that the ENG/MODE selector switch is in the NORM position.
(b) Make sure that the ENG/MASTER 1(2) control switch was in the OFF position not less than five minutes before you do this procedure.
(c) Put a WARNING NOTICE(S) in position to tell persons not to operate:
(a) Make sure that the ON legend of the FADEC GND PWR/1(2) pushbutton switch is off.
(b) Put a WARNING NOTICE(S) in position to tell persons not to energize FADEC 1(2).
Subtask 78-32-00-010-186-A (1) On the center pedestal, on ENG panel 115VU:
(a) Make sure that the ENG/MODE selector switch is in the NORM position.
(b) Make sure that the ENG/MASTER 1(2) control switch was in the OFF position not less than five minutes before you do this procedure.
(c) Put a WARNING NOTICE(S) in position to tell persons not to operate:
- The ENG/MODE selector switch
- The ENG/MASTER 1(2) control switch.
(a) Make sure that the ON legend of the FADEC GND PWR/1(2) pushbutton switch is off.
(b) Put a WARNING NOTICE(S) in position to tell persons not to energize FADEC 1(2).
B. Get Access
(1) Open the fan cowl doors (Ref. AMM TASK 71-13-00-010-803):
(a) FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 1)
437AL 438AR
(b) FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 2)
447AL 448AR
(2) Put an ACCESS PLATFORM 2M (6 FT) - ADJUSTABLE in position.
Subtask 78-32-00-040-123-A (1) Open the fan cowl doors (Ref. AMM TASK 71-13-00-010-803):
(a) FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 1)
437AL 438AR
(b) FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 2)
447AL 448AR
(2) Put an ACCESS PLATFORM 2M (6 FT) - ADJUSTABLE in position.
C. Deactivation of the Thrust Reverser System for Maintenance
Subtask 78-32-00-010-187-A WARNING:
YOU MUST DEACTIVATE THE THRUST REVERSER BEFORE YOU DO WORK ON OR AROUND IT. IF YOU DO NOT, THE THRUST REVERSER CAN OPERATE ACCIDENTALLY AND CAUSE AN INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE.
(1) Do the deactivation of the thrust reverser system for nacelle maintenance (Ref. AMM TASK 78-30-00-040-807). D. Get Access
(1) Open the thrust reverser cowl-doors (Ref. AMM TASK 78-36-00-010-806):
(a) FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 1)
451AL 452AR
(b) FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 2)
461AL 462AR
4. Procedure(1) Open the thrust reverser cowl-doors (Ref. AMM TASK 78-36-00-010-806):
(a) FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 1)
451AL 452AR
(b) FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 2)
461AL 462AR
Subtask 78-32-00-280-050-A
A. Special Detailed Inspection of Thrust Reverser, FWD Vee-Blade
(a) Clean the inspection area with a LINT-FREE COTTON CLOTH (Material No.CPNCL02069) made moist with a GENERAL CLEANING AGENT - MULTI PURPOSE (Material No.CPNCL02589) .
(2) Do an eddy current inspection on the two ends of the vee-blade for cracks with a lenght greater than or equal to 3 mm (0.12 in.), refer to NTM manual, NTM 511008.
(a) If you find cracks, contact SAFRAN Nacelles.
5. Close-upNOTE: You can use a LIGHT SOURCE - INSPECTION and a MIRROR - INSPECTION.for the inspection.
NOTE: This procedure is given for the left thrust reverser. It is also applicable to the right thrust reverser.
(1) Cleaning of the inspection area. (a) Clean the inspection area with a LINT-FREE COTTON CLOTH (Material No.CPNCL02069) made moist with a GENERAL CLEANING AGENT - MULTI PURPOSE (Material No.CPNCL02589) .
(2) Do an eddy current inspection on the two ends of the vee-blade for cracks with a lenght greater than or equal to 3 mm (0.12 in.), refer to NTM manual, NTM 511008.
(a) If you find cracks, contact SAFRAN Nacelles.
Subtask 78-32-00-410-176-A
A. Close Access
(1) Make sure that the work area is clean and clear of tools and other items.
(2) Close the thrust reverser cowl-doors (Ref. AMM TASK 78-36-00-410-806):
(a) FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 1)
451AL 452AR
(b) FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 2)
461AL 462AR
Subtask 78-32-00-440-115-A (1) Make sure that the work area is clean and clear of tools and other items.
(2) Close the thrust reverser cowl-doors (Ref. AMM TASK 78-36-00-410-806):
(a) FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 1)
451AL 452AR
(b) FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 2)
461AL 462AR
B. Do the reactivation of the thrust reverser system after nacelle maintenance (Ref. AMM TASK 78-30-00-440-807).
Subtask 78-32-00-410-177-A
Special Detailed Inspection of Thrust Reverser, Forward (FWD) Vee Blade