Fuel Quantity - Ultracomp 50QT, Center Tank
TASK 28-42-00-810-826-A
Fuel Quantity - Ultracomp 50QT, Center Tank
A. Referenced Information
3. Fault Confirmation
Subtask 28-42-00-865-072-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
Subtask 28-42-00-810-075-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
Subtask 28-42-00-942-076-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
[Rev.8 from Aug 2018]
2026.04.04 04:29:02 UTC
Fuel Quantity - Ultracomp 50QT, Center Tank
WARNING:
OBEY THE FUEL SAFETY PROCEDURES.
WARNING:
WHEN YOU DO WORK ON THE FUEL SYSTEM WIRING, YOU MUST USE TEST EQUIPMENT THAT IS APPROVED (REFER TO INTERNATIONAL OR NATIONAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR INTRINSICALLY SAFE TEST EQUIPMENT: EN50020, UL913 OR EQUIVALENT). TEST EQUIPMENT THAT IS NOT APPROVED CAN CAUSE FIRE OR AN EXPLOSION.
1. Possible Causes- FQIC [3QT]
- aircraft wiring
- water contamination
- microbiological contamination
- unwanted material
- HARNESS-CHAN A, CTR TK [17QT]
- HARNESS-CHAN B, CTR TK [18QT]
- ULTRACOMP-CENTER TANK [50QT]
A. Referenced Information
| REFERENCE | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|
| TSM TASK 28-11-00-810-810-A | Fuel - Unwanted Material (Debris) In The Center-Tank Fuel Installation |
| TSM TASK 28-42-00-810-879-A | The Fuel Quantity Indications Go Inoperative Or Degraded Associated With Multiple Fuel Probe Failures Due To Water & Microbiological Contamination |
| AMM 12-11-28-650-003 | Pressure Refuel with Automatic Control |
| AMM 12-32-28-281-001 | Drain Water Content |
| AMM 12-32-28-281-003 | Sample Fuel for Microbiological Contamination Analysis |
| ESPM 2052210 | |
| ESPM 2052220 | |
| ESPM 2053210 | |
| AMM 24-41-00-861-002 | Energize the Aircraft Electrical Circuits from the External Power |
| AMM 24-41-00-862-002 | De-energize the Aircraft Electrical Circuits Supplied from the External Power |
| AMM 28-10-00-910-001 | Safety Procedures When You Do Work in a Fuel Tank |
| AMM 28-10-00-910-002 | Access to the Fuel Tanks and the Work Areas |
| AMM 28-11-00-600-003 | Removal of Microbiological Particles |
| AMM 28-25-00-869-001 | Fuel Transfer |
| AMM 28-42-00-740-003 | Interrogation of the FQIS Input Parameters Pages |
| AMM 28-42-00-740-009 | Interrogation of the (SIMMONDS/GOODRICH) FQIS Trouble Shooting Data |
| CMM 284212 | |
| AWM 284214 | |
| AWM 284216 | |
| AMM 28-42-16-000-002 | Removal of the Cadensicon |
| AMM 28-42-16-400-002 | Installation of the Cadensicon |
| AMM 28-42-34-000-001 | Removal of the Fuel Quantity-Indicating Computer (FQIC) |
| AMM 28-42-34-400-001 | Installation of the Fuel Quantity-Indicating Computer (FQIC) |
| AMM 28-42-44-000-001 | Removal of the Center Tank Harness |
| AMM 28-42-44-000-002 | Removal of the Center Tank Harness |
| AMM 28-42-44-400-001 | Installation of the Center Tank Harness |
| AMM 28-42-44-400-002 | Installation of the Center Tank Harness |
| AMM 28-42-47-000-001 | Removal of the Ultracomp |
| AMM 28-42-47-400-001 | Installation of the Ultracomp |
| AMM 31-32-00-860-001 | Procedure to Get Access to the SYSTEM REPORT/TEST Menu Page |
| AMM 31-60-00-860-001 | EIS Start Procedure |
| AMM 31-60-00-860-002 | EIS Stop Procedure |
| AMM 32-12-00-010-001 | Open the Main Gear Doors for Access |
| AMM 32-12-00-410-001 | Close the Main Gear Doors after Access |
| TSM TASK 28-42-00-03 | QUANTITY INDICATING - TASK SUPPORTING DATA |
Subtask 28-42-00-865-072-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
A. Table of the circuit breakers used in this procedure:
Subtask 28-42-00-710-075-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL | PANEL | DESIGNATION | FIN | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL | |||
| 49VU | FUEL/FQI/CHAN/1 | 1QT | A13 |
| 121VU | FUEL/FQI/CHAN/2 | 2QT | M27 |
B. Test
1 Close the C/Bs 1QT and 2QT.
2 Energize the Aircraft Electrical Circuits from the External Power AMM 24-41-00-861-002.
(b) If the FQIS is energized, reset the FQIC as follows:
1 Open the C/Bs 1QT and 2QT.
2 Wait 10 seconds.
3 Close the C/Bs 1QT and 2QT.
(4) On the ECAM control panel, push (in) the FUEL P/BSW.
(5) Make sure that the FUEL page shows on the ECAM lower display unit.
(6) Wait 60 seconds.
(7) Continue as follows:
(b) When the SYSTEM REPORT/TEST menu page comes into view, push the line key adjacent to FUEL.
(c) When the FUEL menu page comes into view, push the line key adjacent to FQIS STATUS.
(8) Examine the FQIS STATUS page.
(a) Make a record of the messages shown (or use the PRINT function to get a copy).
(b) When you have got a copy or print, press the RETURN key on the MCDU.
(c) When the FUEL menu page comes into view, push the line key adjacent to INPUT PARAMETERS.
(9) Examine the INPUT PARAMETER VALUES (page 1 - FQIS INPUT PARAMETERS).
(a) Make a record of the page 1 (or use the PRINT function to get a copy).
(b) When you have got a copy or print, press the NEXT PAGE key on the MCDU.
(10) Examine the INPUT PARAMETERS (page 2 - FQIS PROBE CAPACITANCES).
(a) Make a record of the page 2 (or use the PRINT function to get a copy).
(11) Compare the original failure and your records with those that follow:
(14) Examine the C ULTRACOMP 50QT values:
(16) Examine the C ULTRACOMP 50QT capacitance value (54.45 to 132.45).
(17) If in steps (14) and (16) the values shown are not in the correct range (as shown by the figures in brackets) or not shown, go to Para. 4.A.
(18) If the fault is not shown on the FQIS STATUS (intermittent/spurious), set the MCDU to one of the applicable FUEL options as follows:
Subtask 28-42-00-710-075-B ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL NOTE: The FQIS is a positive DC capacitive system. In such a system the fuel probes (which are the sensors) operate as capacitors. The dielectric of the capacitors is:
Each fuel probe operates as a variable capacitor with a capacitance value related to the ratio of the fuel probe covered in air or fuel. This is because the permittivity of the fuel is approximately two times that of air. Thus the fuel is a component part of the electrical FQIS.
If water (and/or other unwanted materials) gets into a fuel-tank, it can cause problems. Example, it can cause a partial or a complete short circuit between the two concentric tubes of the fuel probe.
It is very important that the water in each fuel tank is kept to a minimum. The procedures given in the MPD and AMM must be fully completed. A failure to do so can cause the problems that follow:
In this procedure the sensor is a ultracomp.
In normal operation the ultracomp stays fully covered (immersed) in fuel because it is installed near the fuel tank floor.
The ultracomp outer protective cover contains the two assemblies that follow CMM 284212:
The velocity of sound is used to calculate the density.
The temperature sensor is used to correct the density for changes in temperature.
These values (plus all the capacitance values from each of the fuel probes) are necessary for the FQIC 3QT to accurately calculate the fuel load of the aircraft.
(1) If you are: - fuel if a fuel probe is covered with fuel
- air if a fuel probe is not covered with fuel.
Each fuel probe operates as a variable capacitor with a capacitance value related to the ratio of the fuel probe covered in air or fuel. This is because the permittivity of the fuel is approximately two times that of air. Thus the fuel is a component part of the electrical FQIS.
If water (and/or other unwanted materials) gets into a fuel-tank, it can cause problems. Example, it can cause a partial or a complete short circuit between the two concentric tubes of the fuel probe.
It is very important that the water in each fuel tank is kept to a minimum. The procedures given in the MPD and AMM must be fully completed. A failure to do so can cause the problems that follow:
- water contamination
- microbiological contamination
- chemical contamination
- local fuel-tank corrosion
- engine corrosion
- the engine fuel filters to become blocked
- the aircraft is out of service for a long period some time in the future while the microbiological contamination is removed
- possible aircraft safety issues.
In this procedure the sensor is a ultracomp.
In normal operation the ultracomp stays fully covered (immersed) in fuel because it is installed near the fuel tank floor.
The ultracomp outer protective cover contains the two assemblies that follow CMM 284212:
- a velocity-of sound and temperature sensor assembly
- a capacitor assembly.
The velocity of sound is used to calculate the density.
The temperature sensor is used to correct the density for changes in temperature.
These values (plus all the capacitance values from each of the fuel probes) are necessary for the FQIC 3QT to accurately calculate the fuel load of the aircraft.
- not sure that the AMM refuel and all the MPD scheduled servicing tasks (related to water and microbiological contamination of the fuel) have been correctly done, do the TSM procedure (Ref. TSM TASK 28-42-00-810-879)
- sure that the AMM refuel and all the MPD scheduled servicing tasks (related to water and microbiological contamination of the fuel) have been correctly done, do step (2).
NOTE: The center tank must contain 1500kg (3300lb) of fuel to fully test the ultracomp 50QT.
(a) If the FQIS is not energized: 1 Close the C/Bs 1QT and 2QT.
2 Energize the Aircraft Electrical Circuits from the External Power AMM 24-41-00-861-002.
(b) If the FQIS is energized, reset the FQIC as follows:
1 Open the C/Bs 1QT and 2QT.
2 Wait 10 seconds.
3 Close the C/Bs 1QT and 2QT.
NOTE: For the FQIC to do a (new) power up BITE test, a power supply interrupt (interval) of more than 10 seconds is necessary. This gives the current status of the FQIS components.
(3) Do the EIS Start Procedure (ECAM only) AMM 31-60-00-860-001. (4) On the ECAM control panel, push (in) the FUEL P/BSW.
(5) Make sure that the FUEL page shows on the ECAM lower display unit.
(6) Wait 60 seconds.
(7) Continue as follows:
NOTE: The FUEL page FQIs will show XXs in amber color, for 35 seconds, during the FQIC power up BITE test.
A FQIS sensor fault must be sensed by the FQIC for 60 seconds before the applicable LRU identification is transmitted to the CFDS as unserviceable. The fault message is shown on the MCDU when set to SYSTEM REPORT/TEST (FUEL) and the FQIS STATUS page.
(a) Do the procedure to get access to the SYSTEM REPORT/TEST menu page AMM 31-32-00-860-001. A FQIS sensor fault must be sensed by the FQIC for 60 seconds before the applicable LRU identification is transmitted to the CFDS as unserviceable. The fault message is shown on the MCDU when set to SYSTEM REPORT/TEST (FUEL) and the FQIS STATUS page.
(b) When the SYSTEM REPORT/TEST menu page comes into view, push the line key adjacent to FUEL.
(c) When the FUEL menu page comes into view, push the line key adjacent to FQIS STATUS.
(8) Examine the FQIS STATUS page.
(a) Make a record of the messages shown (or use the PRINT function to get a copy).
(b) When you have got a copy or print, press the RETURN key on the MCDU.
(c) When the FUEL menu page comes into view, push the line key adjacent to INPUT PARAMETERS.
(9) Examine the INPUT PARAMETER VALUES (page 1 - FQIS INPUT PARAMETERS).
(a) Make a record of the page 1 (or use the PRINT function to get a copy).
(b) When you have got a copy or print, press the NEXT PAGE key on the MCDU.
(10) Examine the INPUT PARAMETERS (page 2 - FQIS PROBE CAPACITANCES).
(a) Make a record of the page 2 (or use the PRINT function to get a copy).
(11) Compare the original failure and your records with those that follow:
- if the FQI goes inoperative or degraded and is associated with multiple fuel probe failures, do the procedure (Ref. TSM TASK 28-42-00-810-879)
- if multiple fuel probe messages are given on the FQIS STATUS page with multiple values on the I/P PARAMETER page 1 and page 2 (shown with a - (dash) or out of range (see the note below)), do the procedure (Ref. TSM TASK 28-42-00-810-879)
- if the message C ULTRACOMP 50QT or C ULTRACOMP 50QT/WRG is shown (and/or the CTR UCMP - K, T, V, and DENS values on the I/P PARAMETER page 1 and/or the related center tank ultracomp capacitance value on page 2) are shown with a - (dash) or out of range, do Para. 4.A.
- if the message C ULTRACOMP 50QT or C ULTRACOMP 50QT/WRG is not shown and the values shown on the I/P PARAMETER pages are correct, go to step (12).
NOTE: If the input parameter values are calculated (in the FQIC 3QT) they are shown (displayed). This is also true when the parameters are out of range. A - (dash) is shown if a parameter is not measured. Example, because of a fuel-probe sensor detector failure. Out of range values of more than the display capability are shown as the maximum value of the display.
The normal range of fuel-probe capacitance values (at dry and full) can be got from the Tank Units DC Capacitance Values28-42-00-03 TSM TASK 28-42-00-03 .
(12) If (after the Fault Confirmation Test given before) the message C ULTRACOMP 50QT or C ULTRACOMP 50QT/WRG is not shown: The normal range of fuel-probe capacitance values (at dry and full) can be got from the Tank Units DC Capacitance Values
- the first time, no troubleshooting work steps are necessary.
- the second time (intermittent/spurious fault), go to step (13).
(14) Examine the C ULTRACOMP 50QT values:
- permittivity UCMP K (1.893 to 2.361)
- temperature UCMP T (-66.5 to 105.0)
- velocity UCMP V (990.0 to 1665.0).
NOTE: The fuel temperature shown as UCMP T should bear a close relationship to the fuel temperatures shown as TEMP which are derived from the wing tank number 2 probes 54QT1(2). Both temperatures have a relationship to the aircrafts recent transit/local air temperature, and conditions.
(15) Set the MCDU to INPUT PARAMETERS, Page 2 (FQIS PROBE CAPACITANCES). (16) Examine the C ULTRACOMP 50QT capacitance value (54.45 to 132.45).
(17) If in steps (14) and (16) the values shown are not in the correct range (as shown by the figures in brackets) or not shown, go to Para. 4.A.
(18) If the fault is not shown on the FQIS STATUS (intermittent/spurious), set the MCDU to one of the applicable FUEL options as follows:
- the LAST LEG REPORT
- the PREVIOUS LEGS REPORT.
NOTE: Hexadecimal coded Trouble-shooting Data related to the original intermittent/spurious failure report is now shown. This data can be decoded AMM 28-42-00-740-009.
The Trouble-shooting Data can also be accessed in the same manner from the FQIS STATUS for currently failed LRUs.
(b) With the decoded data available, go to Para. 4.A. The Trouble-shooting Data can also be accessed in the same manner from the FQIS STATUS for currently failed LRUs.
NOTE: OPTIONAL TESTING:
If a DC Capacitance Fuel System Tester, and a PSDA321-1 Test Set is available, measurements can be taken before a decision is made to go into or close up a fuel tank of the dielectric sensor, and a GO/NOGO indication given of the velocimeter ultrasonic transducers, and temperature sensors.
The Tester can be connected to the FQIC rack connector or the related tank wall connector. See P. Block 301 for the Tank Units DC Capacitance Values.
If a DC Capacitance Fuel System Tester, and a PSDA321-1 Test Set is available, measurements can be taken before a decision is made to go into or close up a fuel tank of the dielectric sensor, and a GO/NOGO indication given of the velocimeter ultrasonic transducers, and temperature sensors.
The Tester can be connected to the FQIC rack connector or the related tank wall connector. See P. Block 301 for the Tank Units DC Capacitance Values.
B. Test
1 Close the C/Bs 1QT and 2QT.
2 Energize the Aircraft Electrical Circuits from the External Power AMM 24-41-00-861-002.
(b) If the FQIS is energized, reset the FQIC as follows:
1 Open the C/Bs 1QT and 2QT.
2 Wait 10 seconds.
3 Close the C/Bs 1QT and 2QT.
(4) On the ECAM control panel, push (in) the FUEL P/BSW.
(5) Make sure that the FUEL page shows on the ECAM lower display unit.
(6) Wait 60 seconds.
(7) Continue as follows:
(b) When the SYSTEM REPORT/TEST menu page comes into view, push the line key adjacent to FUEL.
(c) When the FUEL menu page comes into view, push the line key adjacent to FQIS STATUS.
(8) Examine the FQIS STATUS page.
(a) Make a record of the messages shown (or use the PRINT function to get a copy).
(b) When you have got a copy or print, press the RETURN key on the MCDU.
(c) When the FUEL menu page comes into view, push the line key adjacent to INPUT PARAMETERS.
(9) Examine the INPUT PARAMETER VALUES (page 1 - FQIS INPUT PARAMETERS).
(a) Make a record of the page 1 (or use the PRINT function to get a copy).
(b) When you have got a copy or print, press the NEXT PAGE key on the MCDU.
(10) Examine the INPUT PARAMETERS (page 2 - FQIS PROBE CAPACITANCES).
(a) Make a record of the page 2 (or use the PRINT function to get a copy).
(11) Compare the original failure and your records with those that follow:
(14) Examine the C ULTRACOMP 50QT values:
(16) Examine the C ULTRACOMP 50QT capacitance value (54.45 to 132.45).
(17) If in steps (14) and (16) the values shown are not in the correct range (as shown by the figures in brackets) or not shown, go to Para. 4.A.
(18) If the fault is not shown on the FQIS STATUS (intermittent/spurious), set the MCDU to one of the applicable FUEL options as follows:
4. Fault IsolationNOTE: The FQIS is a positive DC capacitive system. In such a system the fuel probes (which are the sensors) operate as capacitors. The dielectric of the capacitors is:
Each fuel probe operates as a variable capacitor with a capacitance value related to the ratio of the fuel probe covered in air or fuel. This is because the permittivity of the fuel is approximately two times that of air. Thus the fuel is a component part of the electrical FQIS.
If water (and/or other unwanted materials) gets into a fuel-tank, it can cause problems. Example, it can cause a partial or a complete short circuit between the two concentric tubes of the fuel probe.
It is very important that the water in each fuel tank is kept to a minimum. The procedures given in the MPD and AMM must be fully completed. A failure to do so can cause the problems that follow:
In this procedure the sensor is a ultracomp.
In normal operation the ultracomp stays fully covered (immersed) in fuel because it is installed near the fuel tank floor.
The ultracomp outer protective cover contains the two assemblies that follow CMM 284212:
The velocity of sound is used to calculate the density.
The temperature sensor is used to correct the density for changes in temperature.
These values (plus all the capacitance values from each of the fuel probes) are necessary for the FQIC 3QT to accurately calculate the fuel load of the aircraft.
(1) If you are: - Fuel if a fuel probe is covered with fuel
- Air if a fuel probe is not covered with fuel.
Each fuel probe operates as a variable capacitor with a capacitance value related to the ratio of the fuel probe covered in air or fuel. This is because the permittivity of the fuel is approximately two times that of air. Thus the fuel is a component part of the electrical FQIS.
If water (and/or other unwanted materials) gets into a fuel-tank, it can cause problems. Example, it can cause a partial or a complete short circuit between the two concentric tubes of the fuel probe.
It is very important that the water in each fuel tank is kept to a minimum. The procedures given in the MPD and AMM must be fully completed. A failure to do so can cause the problems that follow:
- Water contamination
- Microbiological contamination
- Chemical contamination
- Local fuel-tank corrosion
- Engine corrosion
- The engine fuel filters to become blocked
- The aircraft is out of service for a long period some time in the future while the microbiological contamination is removed
- Possible aircraft safety issues.
In this procedure the sensor is a ultracomp.
In normal operation the ultracomp stays fully covered (immersed) in fuel because it is installed near the fuel tank floor.
The ultracomp outer protective cover contains the two assemblies that follow CMM 284212:
- A velocity-of sound and temperature sensor assembly
- A capacitor assembly.
The velocity of sound is used to calculate the density.
The temperature sensor is used to correct the density for changes in temperature.
These values (plus all the capacitance values from each of the fuel probes) are necessary for the FQIC 3QT to accurately calculate the fuel load of the aircraft.
- Not sure that the AMM refuel and all the MPD scheduled servicing tasks (related to water and microbiological contamination of the fuel) have been correctly done, do the TSM procedure (Ref. TSM TASK 28-42-00-810-879)
- Sure that the AMM refuel and all the MPD scheduled servicing tasks (related to water and microbiological contamination of the fuel) have been correctly done, do step (2).
NOTE: The center tank must contain 1500kg (3300lb) of fuel to fully test the ultracomp 50QT.
(a) If the FQIS is not energized: 1 Close the C/Bs 1QT and 2QT.
2 Energize the Aircraft Electrical Circuits from the External Power AMM 24-41-00-861-002.
(b) If the FQIS is energized, reset the FQIC as follows:
1 Open the C/Bs 1QT and 2QT.
2 Wait 10 seconds.
3 Close the C/Bs 1QT and 2QT.
NOTE: For the FQIC to do a (new) power up BITE test, a power supply interrupt (interval) of more than 10 seconds is necessary. This gives the current status of the FQIS components.
(3) Do the EIS Start Procedure (ECAM only) AMM 31-60-00-860-001. (4) On the ECAM control panel, push (in) the FUEL P/BSW.
(5) Make sure that the FUEL page shows on the ECAM lower display unit.
(6) Wait 60 seconds.
(7) Continue as follows:
NOTE: The FUEL page FQIs will show XXs in amber color, for 35 seconds, during the FQIC power up BITE test.
A FQIS sensor fault must be sensed by the FQIC for 60 seconds before the applicable LRU identification is transmitted to the CFDS as unserviceable. The fault message is shown on the MCDU when set to SYSTEM REPORT/TEST (FUEL) and the FQIS STATUS page.
(a) Do the procedure to get access to the SYSTEM REPORT/TEST menu page AMM 31-32-00-860-001. A FQIS sensor fault must be sensed by the FQIC for 60 seconds before the applicable LRU identification is transmitted to the CFDS as unserviceable. The fault message is shown on the MCDU when set to SYSTEM REPORT/TEST (FUEL) and the FQIS STATUS page.
(b) When the SYSTEM REPORT/TEST menu page comes into view, push the line key adjacent to FUEL.
(c) When the FUEL menu page comes into view, push the line key adjacent to FQIS STATUS.
(8) Examine the FQIS STATUS page.
(a) Make a record of the messages shown (or use the PRINT function to get a copy).
(b) When you have got a copy or print, press the RETURN key on the MCDU.
(c) When the FUEL menu page comes into view, push the line key adjacent to INPUT PARAMETERS.
(9) Examine the INPUT PARAMETER VALUES (page 1 - FQIS INPUT PARAMETERS).
(a) Make a record of the page 1 (or use the PRINT function to get a copy).
(b) When you have got a copy or print, press the NEXT PAGE key on the MCDU.
(10) Examine the INPUT PARAMETERS (page 2 - FQIS PROBE CAPACITANCES).
(a) Make a record of the page 2 (or use the PRINT function to get a copy).
(11) Compare the original failure and your records with those that follow:
- If the FQI goes inoperative or degraded and is associated with multiple fuel probe failures, do the procedure (Ref. TSM TASK 28-42-00-810-879)
- If multiple fuel probe messages are given on the FQIS STATUS page with multiple values on the I/P PARAMETER page 1 and page 2 (shown with a - (dash) or out of range (see the note below)), do the procedure (Ref. TSM TASK 28-42-00-810-879)
- If the message C ULTRACOMP 50QT or C ULTRACOMP 50QT/WRG is shown (and/or the CTR UCMP - K, T, V, and DENS values on the I/P PARAMETER page 1 and/or the related center tank ultracomp capacitance value on page 2) are shown with a - (dash) or out of range, do Para. 4.A.
- If the message C ULTRACOMP 50QT or C ULTRACOMP 50QT/WRG is not shown and the values shown on the I/P PARAMETER pages are correct, go to step (12).
NOTE: If the input parameter values are calculated (in the FQIC 3QT) they are shown (displayed). This is also true when the parameters are out of range. A - (dash) is shown if a parameter is not measured. Example, because of a fuel-probe sensor detector failure. Out of range values of more than the display capability are shown as the maximum value of the display.
You can get the normal range of fuel-probe capacitance values (at dry and full) from the Tank Units DC Capacitance Values28-42-00-03 TSM TASK 28-42-00-03 .
(12) If (after the Fault Confirmation Test given before) the message C ULTRACOMP 50QT or C ULTRACOMP 50QT/WRG is not shown: You can get the normal range of fuel-probe capacitance values (at dry and full) from the Tank Units DC Capacitance Values
- The first time, no troubleshooting work steps are necessary.
- The second time (intermittent/spurious fault), go to step (13).
(14) Examine the C ULTRACOMP 50QT values:
- Permittivity UCMP K (1.893 to 2.361)
- Temperature UCMP T (-66.5 to 105.0)
- Velocity UCMP V (990.0 to 1665.0).
(16) Examine the C ULTRACOMP 50QT capacitance value (54.45 to 132.45).
(17) If in steps (14) and (16) the values shown are not in the correct range (as shown by the figures in brackets) or not shown, go to Para. 4.A.
(18) If the fault is not shown on the FQIS STATUS (intermittent/spurious), set the MCDU to one of the applicable FUEL options as follows:
- The LAST LEG REPORT
- The PREVIOUS LEGS REPORT.
NOTE: Hexadecimal coded Trouble-shooting Data related to the original intermittent/spurious failure report is now shown. This data can be decoded AMM 28-42-00-740-009.
The Trouble-shooting Data can also be accessed in the same manner from the FQIS STATUS for currently failed LRUs.
(b) With the decoded data available, go to Para. 4.A. The Trouble-shooting Data can also be accessed in the same manner from the FQIS STATUS for currently failed LRUs.
NOTE: OPTIONAL TESTING:
If a DC Capacitance Fuel System Tester, and a PSDA321-1 Test Set is available, measurements can be taken before a decision is made to go into or close up a fuel tank of the dielectric sensor, and a GO/NOGO indication given of the velocimeter ultrasonic transducers, and temperature sensors.
The Tester can be connected to the FQIC rack connector or the related tank wall connector. See P. Block 301 for the Tank Units DC Capacitance Values.
If a DC Capacitance Fuel System Tester, and a PSDA321-1 Test Set is available, measurements can be taken before a decision is made to go into or close up a fuel tank of the dielectric sensor, and a GO/NOGO indication given of the velocimeter ultrasonic transducers, and temperature sensors.
The Tester can be connected to the FQIC rack connector or the related tank wall connector. See P. Block 301 for the Tank Units DC Capacitance Values.
Subtask 28-42-00-810-075-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
A. Procedure
(1) Temporarily replace the FQIC 3QT with a serviceable item AMM 28-42-34-000-001 and AMM 28-42-34-400-001.
(4) Get access to the tank wall connectors 7509VC and 7512VC in the right MLG bay AMM 32-12-00-010-001.
(5) Do a visual inspection and electrical tests of the aircraft wiring between the FQIC rack connector 3QT-A and the tank wall connectors 7509VC-A AWM 284214 and 7512VC-A AWM 284216 as follows:
(a) Visual Inspection
Make sure that good lighting is available.
Do a visual inspection and look for distortion (bent, pinched or stretched), damage (broken, chafed or cut), discoloration, overheating (burnt, melted or arcing), liquid contamination, loose electrical connection or incorrect assembly, of the items that follow:
1 Ultracomp, capacitive section items AWM 284216:
Do a continuity test ESPM 2052210 and a test for a short circuit ESPM 2052220 of the wires that follow AWM 284214 and AWM 284216:
(d) Connect the connectors 7509VC-A and 7512VC-A to their related tank wall receptacles.
(e) Install the initial FQIC 3QT AMM 28-42-34-400-001.
(f) Do the test given in Para. 3.B.
(6) If the fault continues:
(a) Do a check for water contamination as given in the procedure 'Drain Water Content' AMM 12-32-28-281-001.
(b) Do a check (sample) for microbiological contamination AMM 12-32-28-281-003. If the results are MODERATE or HEAVY, do the applicable procedure or action AMM 28-11-00-600-003.
(d) If during the steps to get access to the fuel probe you find:
1 Microbiological contamination in the fuel-tank, do the steps that follow:
a Make a record of what you have found in the aircraft technical log.
b Remove all the microbiological contamination AMM 28-11-00-600-003.
2 Debris unwanted material (example, locking wire or an aircraft fastener), do the TSM procedure for Unwanted Material (Debris) In The Center-Tank Fuel Installation (Ref. TSM TASK 28-11-00-810-810).
(7) Do a check of the HARNESS-CHAN A, CTR TK [17QT] AWM 284214 and replace, if necessary, AMM 28-42-44-000-001 and AMM 28-42-44-400-001.
(8) Do a check of the HARNESS-CHAN B, CTR TK [18QT] AWM 284216 and replace, if necessary, AMM 28-42-44-000-002 and AMM 28-42-44-400-002.
(9) If the harnesses 17QT and 18QT are serviceable, replace the ULTRACOMP-CENTER TANK [50QT] AMM 28-42-47-000-001 and AMM 28-42-47-400-001.
Subtask 28-42-00-810-075-B ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL (1) Temporarily replace the FQIC 3QT with a serviceable item AMM 28-42-34-000-001 and AMM 28-42-34-400-001.
NOTE: The step (1) has been included because it is important to make sure that the FQIC 3QT is serviceable before you start more steps.
(2) If the message C ULTRACOMP 50QT or C ULTRACOMP 50QT/WRG: - is not shown (and the related input parameter values show correct), complete the installation the FQIC [3QT] AMM 28-42-34-000-001 and AMM 28-42-34-400-001
- is shown (and the related input parameter values stay incorrect), do step (3).
(4) Get access to the tank wall connectors 7509VC and 7512VC in the right MLG bay AMM 32-12-00-010-001.
(5) Do a visual inspection and electrical tests of the aircraft wiring between the FQIC rack connector 3QT-A and the tank wall connectors 7509VC-A AWM 284214 and 7512VC-A AWM 284216 as follows:
(a) Visual Inspection
Make sure that good lighting is available.
Do a visual inspection and look for distortion (bent, pinched or stretched), damage (broken, chafed or cut), discoloration, overheating (burnt, melted or arcing), liquid contamination, loose electrical connection or incorrect assembly, of the items that follow:
1 Ultracomp, capacitive section items AWM 284216:
- FQIC rack connector 3QT-A, pins 5K, 7J and 7H
- receptacle 210VC and connector 210VC-A
- receptacle 1970VC and connector 1970VC-A
- terminal block 7522VT and all of its connections
- receptacle 7570VC and connector 7570VC-A
- pressure seal feedthrough 7510VP
- receptacle 7512VC-A, pins E, V and F
- adjacent and related connecting wires.
- FQIC rack connector 3QT-A, pins 13A and 14A
- receptacle 212VC and connector 212VC-A
- receptacle 1973VC and connector 1973VC-A
- receptacle 7575VC and connector 7575VC-A
- pressure seal feedthrough 7505VP
- receptacle 7509VC-A, pins M and Z
- adjacent and related connecting wires.
Do a continuity test ESPM 2052210 and a test for a short circuit ESPM 2052220 of the wires that follow AWM 284214 and AWM 284216:
- FQIC rack connector 3QT-A, pin 5K to connector 7512VC-A, pin E (ultracomp signal)
- FQIC rack connector 3QT-A, pin 7J to connector 7512VC-A, pin V (common drive return)
- FQIC rack connector 3QT-A, pin 7H to connector 7512VC-A, pin F (common drive)
- FQIC rack connector 3QT-A, pin 13A to connector 7509VC-A, pin M (ultracomp, HI VOS-TEMP signal)
- FQIC rack connector 3QT-A, pin 14A to connector 7509VC-A, pin Z (ultracomp, LO VOS-TEMP signal).
(d) Connect the connectors 7509VC-A and 7512VC-A to their related tank wall receptacles.
(e) Install the initial FQIC 3QT AMM 28-42-34-400-001.
(f) Do the test given in Para. 3.B.
(6) If the fault continues:
(a) Do a check for water contamination as given in the procedure 'Drain Water Content' AMM 12-32-28-281-001.
(b) Do a check (sample) for microbiological contamination AMM 12-32-28-281-003. If the results are MODERATE or HEAVY, do the applicable procedure or action AMM 28-11-00-600-003.
NOTE: Different microbiological contamination test kits are available. If no water is present in the drained sample, it is important to use a kit which can test contamination in the fuel phase. It is also important you make sure you use a kit which is correct for the timescale for the results availability.
(c) Get access to the center tank AMM 28-10-00-910-001 and AMM 28-10-00-910-002. (d) If during the steps to get access to the fuel probe you find:
1 Microbiological contamination in the fuel-tank, do the steps that follow:
a Make a record of what you have found in the aircraft technical log.
b Remove all the microbiological contamination AMM 28-11-00-600-003.
2 Debris unwanted material (example, locking wire or an aircraft fastener), do the TSM procedure for Unwanted Material (Debris) In The Center-Tank Fuel Installation (Ref. TSM TASK 28-11-00-810-810).
(7) Do a check of the HARNESS-CHAN A, CTR TK [17QT] AWM 284214 and replace, if necessary, AMM 28-42-44-000-001 and AMM 28-42-44-400-001.
(8) Do a check of the HARNESS-CHAN B, CTR TK [18QT] AWM 284216 and replace, if necessary, AMM 28-42-44-000-002 and AMM 28-42-44-400-002.
(9) If the harnesses 17QT and 18QT are serviceable, replace the ULTRACOMP-CENTER TANK [50QT] AMM 28-42-47-000-001 and AMM 28-42-47-400-001.
NOTE: If the center tank ultracomp 50QT is replaced, 1500kg (3300lb) of fuel must be put in the center tank before you can fully test the ultracomp.
A. Procedure
(1) Transfer the fuel from the center tank AMM 28-25-00-869-001.
(2) Drain the residual water completely from the tank.
(3) Refuel the tank with clean fuel AMM 12-11-28-650-003.
(4) Temporarily replace the FQIC 3QT with a serviceable item AMM 28-42-34-000-001 and AMM 28-42-34-400-001.
(7) Get access to the tank wall connectors 7509VC and 7512VC in the right MLG bay AMM 32-12-00-010-001.
(8) Do a visual inspection and electrical tests of the aircraft wiring AWM 284214 and AWM 284216 between the FQIC rack connector 3QT-AA and the tank wall connectors 7509VC-A and 7512VC-A as follows:
(a) Visual Inspection
Make sure that good lighting is available.
Do a visual inspection and look for distortion (bent, pinched or stretched), damage (broken, chafed or cut), discoloration, overheating (burnt, melted or arcing), liquid contamination, loose electrical connection or incorrect assembly, of the items that follow:
Do a continuity test ESPM 2052210 and a test for a short circuit ESPM 2052220 of the wires that follow AWM 284214 and AWM 284216:
(d) Connect the connectors 7509VC-A and 7512VC-A to their related tank wall receptacles.
(e) Install the initial FQIC 3QT AMM 28-42-34-400-001.
(f) Do the test given in Para. 3.B.
(9) If the fault continues:
(a) Do a check for water contamination as given in the procedure 'Drain Water Content' AMM 12-32-28-281-001.
(b) Do a check (sample) for microbiological contamination AMM 12-32-28-281-003. If the results are MODERATE or HEAVY, do the applicable procedure or action AMM 28-11-00-600-003.
(d) If during the steps to get access to the fuel probe you find:
1 Microbiological contamination in the fuel-tank, do the steps that follow:
a Make a record of what you have found in the aircraft technical log.
b Remove all the microbiological contamination AMM 28-11-00-600-003.
2 Debris unwanted material (example, locking wire or an aircraft fastener), do the TSM procedure for Unwanted Material (Debris) In The Center-Tank Fuel Installation (Ref. TSM TASK 28-11-00-810-810).
(10) Do a check of the HARNESS-CHAN A, CTR TK [17QT] AWM 284214 and replace, if necessary, AMM 28-42-44-000-001 and AMM 28-42-44-400-001.
(11) Do a check of the HARNESS-CHAN B, CTR TK [18QT] AWM 284216 and replace, if necessary, AMM 28-42-44-000-002 and AMM 28-42-44-400-002.
(12) If the harnesses 17QT and 18QT are serviceable, replace the ULTRACOMP-CENTER TANK [50QT] AMM 28-42-16-000-002 and AMM 28-42-16-400-002.
5. Close-up(1) Transfer the fuel from the center tank AMM 28-25-00-869-001.
(2) Drain the residual water completely from the tank.
(3) Refuel the tank with clean fuel AMM 12-11-28-650-003.
(4) Temporarily replace the FQIC 3QT with a serviceable item AMM 28-42-34-000-001 and AMM 28-42-34-400-001.
NOTE: The step (4) has been included because it is important to make sure that the FQIC 3QT is serviceable before you start more steps.
(5) If the message C ULTRACOMP 50QT or C ULTRACOMP 50QT/WRG: - Is not shown (and the related input parameter values show correct), complete the installation of the FQIC [3QT] AMM 28-42-34-000-001 and AMM 28-42-34-400-001.
- Is shown (and the related input parameter values stay incorrect), do step (6).
(7) Get access to the tank wall connectors 7509VC and 7512VC in the right MLG bay AMM 32-12-00-010-001.
(8) Do a visual inspection and electrical tests of the aircraft wiring AWM 284214 and AWM 284216 between the FQIC rack connector 3QT-AA and the tank wall connectors 7509VC-A and 7512VC-A as follows:
(a) Visual Inspection
Make sure that good lighting is available.
Do a visual inspection and look for distortion (bent, pinched or stretched), damage (broken, chafed or cut), discoloration, overheating (burnt, melted or arcing), liquid contamination, loose electrical connection or incorrect assembly, of the items that follow:
- FQIC rack connector 3QT-AA, pins 4A, 7C, 7B, 8B, 13K, 14K and 15K.
- Receptacle 210VC and connector 210VC-A
- Receptacle 212VC and connector 212VC-A
- Receptacle 1970VC and connector 1970VC-A
- Receptacle 1973VC and connector 1973VC-A
- Receptacle 7575VC and connector 7575VC-A
- Receptacle 7634VC and connector 7634VC-A
- Pressure seal feedthrough 7505VP
- Receptacle 7512VC-A, pins E, V and F
- Receptacle 7509VC-A, pins M and Z
- Adjacent and related connecting wires.
Do a continuity test ESPM 2052210 and a test for a short circuit ESPM 2052220 of the wires that follow AWM 284214 and AWM 284216:
- FQIC rack connector 3QT-AA, pin 4A to connector 7512VC-A, pin E (ultracomp signal)
- FQIC rack connector 3QT-AA, pin 7C to connector 7512VC-A, pin V (common drive return)
- FQIC rack connector 3QT-AA, pin 7B to connector 7512VC-A, pin F (common drive)
- FQIC rack connector 3QT-AA, pin 13K to connector 7509VC-A, pin M (ultracomp, HI VOS-TEMP signal)
- FQIC rack connector 3QT-AA, pin 14K to connector 7509VC-A, pin Z (ultracomp, LO VOS-TEMP signal).
(d) Connect the connectors 7509VC-A and 7512VC-A to their related tank wall receptacles.
(e) Install the initial FQIC 3QT AMM 28-42-34-400-001.
(f) Do the test given in Para. 3.B.
(9) If the fault continues:
(a) Do a check for water contamination as given in the procedure 'Drain Water Content' AMM 12-32-28-281-001.
(b) Do a check (sample) for microbiological contamination AMM 12-32-28-281-003. If the results are MODERATE or HEAVY, do the applicable procedure or action AMM 28-11-00-600-003.
NOTE: Different microbiological contamination test kits are available. If no water is present in the drained sample, it is important to use a kit which can test contamination in the fuel phase. It is also important you make sure you use a kit which is correct for the timescale for the results availability.
(c) Get access to the center tank AMM 28-10-00-910-001 and AMM 28-10-00-910-002. (d) If during the steps to get access to the fuel probe you find:
1 Microbiological contamination in the fuel-tank, do the steps that follow:
a Make a record of what you have found in the aircraft technical log.
b Remove all the microbiological contamination AMM 28-11-00-600-003.
2 Debris unwanted material (example, locking wire or an aircraft fastener), do the TSM procedure for Unwanted Material (Debris) In The Center-Tank Fuel Installation (Ref. TSM TASK 28-11-00-810-810).
(10) Do a check of the HARNESS-CHAN A, CTR TK [17QT] AWM 284214 and replace, if necessary, AMM 28-42-44-000-001 and AMM 28-42-44-400-001.
(11) Do a check of the HARNESS-CHAN B, CTR TK [18QT] AWM 284216 and replace, if necessary, AMM 28-42-44-000-002 and AMM 28-42-44-400-002.
(12) If the harnesses 17QT and 18QT are serviceable, replace the ULTRACOMP-CENTER TANK [50QT] AMM 28-42-16-000-002 and AMM 28-42-16-400-002.
NOTE: If the center tank ultracomp 50QT is replaced, 1500kg (3300lb) of fuel must be put in the center tank before you can fully test the ultracomp.
Subtask 28-42-00-942-076-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
A. Close-up and Removal of Equipment
(1) Do the EIS Stop Procedure AMM 31-60-00-860-002.
(2) If applicable, close the MLG doors AMM 32-12-00-410-001.
(3) If necessary, de-energize the aircraft electrical circuits AMM 24-41-00-862-002.
(4) Make sure that the work area is clean, clear of tool(s) and other items.
(5) Remove the ground support and maintenance equipment, the special and standard tools and all other items.
(1) Do the EIS Stop Procedure AMM 31-60-00-860-002.
(2) If applicable, close the MLG doors AMM 32-12-00-410-001.
(3) If necessary, de-energize the aircraft electrical circuits AMM 24-41-00-862-002.
(4) Make sure that the work area is clean, clear of tool(s) and other items.
(5) Remove the ground support and maintenance equipment, the special and standard tools and all other items.