Visual Inspection of the Starter Air Duct (from the Pylon to the Starter Air Valve) [CFML]
TASK 80-12-49-210-801-A
Visual Inspection of the Starter Air Duct (from the Pylon to the Starter Air Valve)
This procedure gives the instructions to do an inspection of the starter air duct (1) from the pylon to the starter air valve.
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 80-12-49-941-054-A
Subtask 80-12-49-210-050-A
Subtask 80-12-49-410-052-A
[Rev.10 from 2021]
2026.04.01 03:45:39 UTC
Visual Inspection of the Starter Air Duct (from the Pylon to the Starter Air Valve)
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.
ZONE: 400
1. Reason for the JobThis procedure gives the instructions to do an inspection of the starter air duct (1) from the pylon to the starter air valve.
2. Job Set-up Information
A. Fixtures, Tools, Test and Support Equipment
| REFERENCE | QTY | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|---|
| No specific | 1 | ACCESS PLATFORM 2M (6 FT) |
| No specific | AR | WARNING NOTICE(S) |
| ZONE/ACCESS | ZONE DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| 400 | POWER PLANT, NACELLES AND PYLONS |
| FOR [4020KM1] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 1) | |
| 437AL, 438AR | |
| FOR [4020KM2] (POWER PLANT-DEMOUNTABLE, ENGINE 2) | |
| 447AL, 448AR | |
| 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 78-30-00-040-809-A | Deactivation of the Thrust Reverser System for Ground Maintenance |
| TASK 78-30-00-440-809-A | Reactivation of the Thrust Reverser System after Ground Maintenance |
| TASK 80-12-49-000-802-A | Removal of the Starter Air Duct (from the Pylon to the Starter Air Valve (SAV)) |
| TASK 80-12-49-400-802-A | Installation of the Starter Air Duct (from the Pylon to the Starter Air Valve (SAV)) |
Subtask 80-12-49-941-054-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 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 80-12-49-010-054-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 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) in position.
Subtask 80-12-49-040-050-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) in position.
C. Deactivation of the Thrust Reverser System for Maintenance
4. ProcedureWARNING:
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 ground maintenance (Ref. AMM TASK 78-30-00-040-809).Subtask 80-12-49-210-050-A
A. Visual Inspection of the Starter Air Duct
5. Close-upNOTE: The starter air duct (1) has been divided to three sections A, B and C:
(1) Do the visual inspection of the starter air duct (1) from the pylon to the starter air valve using the following criteria: - section A from the pylon to upper spherical flex joint,
- section B between upper and lower spherical flex joints,
- section C from starter air valve orifice to the lower spherical flex joint.
| INSPECT/CHECK | MAXIMUM SERVICEABLE LIMITS | REMARKS |
|---|---|---|
| Rigid Tube Sections | ||
| 1. Cracks | Not serviceable. | If damaged, replace the duct (Ref. AMM TASK 80-12-49-000-802) and (Ref. AMM TASK 80-12-49-400-802). |
| 2. Dents | Dents shall not exceed 10 mm (0.4 in.). | If assembly is beyond serviceable limits, replace duct (Ref. AMM TASK 80-12-49-000-802) and (Ref. AMM TASK 80-12-49-400-802). |
| 3. Nicks, scratches, chafing or scores | Depth must not exceed:
| If assembly is beyond serviceable limits, replace duct (Ref. AMM TASK 80-12-49-000-802) and (Ref. AMM TASK 80-12-49-400-802). |
| Welded End Fittings | ||
| 1. Cracks | Not serviceable. | If damaged, replace the duct (Ref. AMM TASK 80-12-49-000-802) and (Ref. AMM TASK 80-12-49-400-802). |
| 2. Nicks, scratches and gouges on non-sealing surfaces | Depth must not exceed 0.13 mm (0.005 in.) after removal of high metal. | If assembly is beyond serviceable limits, replace duct (Ref. AMM TASK 80-12-49-000-802) and (Ref. AMM TASK 80-12-49-400-802). |
| Weld Joints | ||
| 1. Cracks in welds not extending into parent metal | Not serviceable. | If damaged, replace the duct (Ref. AMM TASK 80-12-49-000-802) and (Ref. AMM TASK 80-12-49-400-802). |
| Spherical Flex Joints | ||
| 1. Nicks, scratches and gouges on outer surface | Depth must not exceed 0.13 mm (0.005 in.) deep after removal of high metal. | If assembly is beyond serviceable limits, replace duct (Ref. AMM TASK 80-12-49-000-802) and (Ref. AMM TASK 80-12-49-400-802). |
Subtask 80-12-49-410-052-A
A. Close Access
(1) Make sure that the work area is clean and clear of tools and other items.
Subtask 80-12-49-440-050-A (1) Make sure that the work area is clean and clear of tools and other items.
B. Do the reactivation of the thrust reverser system after ground maintenance (Ref. AMM TASK 78-30-00-440-809).
Subtask 80-12-49-410-053-A
Starter Air Duct