Component Maintenance Manual With Illustrated Parts List

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COMPONENT MAINTENANCE
MANUAL WITH
ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST
AIRCRAFT BATTERY
P/N 1658-6
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SERVICE BULLETIN LIST

NUMBER BRIEF DESCRIPTION TYPE AFFECTED
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LIST OF APPROVED REPAIRERS

TRADE NAME ADDRESS
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CONTENT PAGE DATE OF CONTENT PAGE DATE OF
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TITLE PAGE 1 Jun 10/2003 TESTING AND FAUL- 1001 Jun 10/2003
2 Blank TISOLATION 1002 Jun 10/2003
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RECORD OF REVI- 1 Jun 10/2003 1004 Jun 10/2003
SIONS 2 Blank 1005 Jun 10/2003
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RECORD OF TEMPO- 1 Jun 10/2003 1007 Jun 10/2003
RARY REVISIONS 2 Blank 1008 Jun 10/2003
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SERVICE BULLETIN 1 Jun 10/2003 1010 Jun 10/2003
LIST 2 Blank 1011 Jun 10/2003
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LIST OF APPROVED 1 Jun 10/2003 1013 Jun 10/2003
REPAIRERS 2 Blank 1014 Jun 10/2003
LIST OF EFFECTIVE 1 Jun 10/2003 SCHEMATIC AND 2001 Jun 10/2003

PAGES 2 Jun 10/2003 WIRING DIAGRAMS 2002 Blank
TABLE OF CON- 1 Jun 10/2003 DISASSEMBLY 3001 Jun 10/2003

TENTS 2 Jun 10/2003 3002 Jun 10/2003
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TABLE OF ILLUSTRA- 1 Jun 10/2003 3004 Blank
TIONS 2 Jun 10/2003
CLEANING 4001 Jun 10/2003
INTRODUCTION 1 Jun 10/2003 4002 Jun 10/2003
2 Jun 10/2003 4003 Jun 10/2003
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CHECK 5001 Jun 10/2003
DESCRIPTION AND 1 Jun 10/2003 5002 Jun 10/2003
OPERATION 2 Jun 10/2003 5003 Jun 10/2003
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CONTENT PAGE DATE OF CONTENT PAGE DATE OF
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REPAIR 6001 Jun 10/2003 DETAILED 10001-0 Jun 10/2003
6002 Jun 10/2003 PARTS LIST 10001-1 Jun 10/2003
ASSEMBLY 7001 Jun 10/2003 STORAGE (INCLU- 15001 Jun 10/2003

7002 Jun 10/2003 DING TRANSPORTA- 15002 Jun 10/2003
7003 Jun 10/2003 TION) 15003 Jun 10/2003
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7006 Blank 15006 Blank
FITS AND CLEA- 8001 Jun 10/2003

RANCE 8002 Blank
SPECIAL TOOLS, 9001 Jun 10/2003

FIXTURES AND 9002 Jun 10/2003
EQUIPMENT 9003 Jun 10/2003
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ILLUSTRATED 10001 Jun 10/2003

PARTS LIST 10002 Blank
INTRODUCTION 10003 Jun 10/2003

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VENDOR CODE 10009 Jun 10/2003

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
INTRODUCTION1
1 - General 1
2 - How to Use the Manual 2
3 - Measurements 2
4 - Units of Measure 2
5 - Abbreviations 3
6 - Definition 3
7 - Disposal 4
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 1

1 - Description 1
TESTING AND FAULT ISOLATION 1001

1 - General 1001
2 - Testing 1001
3 - Charge 1007
4 - Discharge 1009
5 - Fault isolation 1009
SCHEMATIC AND WIRING DIAGRAMS 2001

1 - General 2001
2 - Schematic sensor 2001
DISASSEMBLY 3001
1 - General 3001
2 - Safety 3001
3 - Risks 3001
4 - Safety measure 3002
5 - Disassembly 3002
CLEANING 4001
1 - General 4001
2 - Equipment required 4001
3 - Materials 4001
4 - Cleaning procedure 4001
5 - Lubrication 4003
CHECK 5001
1 - General 5001
2 - Maintenance steps in workshop 5001
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REPAIR 6001
1 - General 6001
2 - Equipment 6001
3 - Repair 6001
4 - Repair n°1
ASSEMBLY 7001
1 - General 7001
2 - Assembly procedure 7001
FITS AND CLEARANCES 8001

1 - Torque table 8001
SPECIAL TOOLS, FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT 9001

1 - General 9001
2 - Special tools, fixtures and equipment 9001
3 - Consumables 9005
ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 10001

1 - Introduction - 10003
2 - Vendor code index - 10009
3 - ALPHA Numerical index - 10011
4 - Detailed parts list - 10001-0
SPECIAL PROCEDURES NOT APPLICABLE
REMOVAL NOT APPLICABLE
INSTALLATION NOT APPLICABLE
SERVICING NOT APPLICABLE
STORAGE (INCLUDING TRANSPORTATION) 15001

1 - Storage 15001
2 - Storage procedure 15001
3 - Servicing after storage 15005
4 - Transportation 15005
REWORK (service bulletin instructions) NOT APPLICABLE
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TABLE OF ILLUSTRATIONS
PAGE
Figure 1 - 1658-6 Battery 3
Figure 2 - Identification plate 4
Figure 3 - Amendment plate 4
Figure 4 - Overall dimensions 5
Figure 1001 - Preliminary Functional Tests 1003
Figure 1002 - Insulation Check 1004
Figure 1003 - Insulation Parameters 1005
Figure 1004 - Cell connections 1008
Figure 2001 - Schematic sensor 2001
Figure 5001 - Periodical check 5003
Figure 5002 - Level adjustment with a syringe and calibrated nozzle 5004
Figure 5003 - Regular check 5007
Figure 5004 - General overhaul 5011
Figure 7001 - Liner spacer kit installation 7003
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Figure 7002 - Cell installation 7005
Figure 9001 - Polyamide key for vent valve (T01) 9002
Figure 9002 - Syringe with nozzle (T02) 9002
Figure 9003 - Equalizing resistor (T03) 9003
Figure 9004 - Cell extraction tool (T04) 9004
Figure 1 - 1658-6 BATTERY 10001-0
Figure 15001 - Short term storage 15003
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INTRODUCTION
1. General
A. This manual is written to the ATA Specification 100 and in AECMA Simplified English. IS units of
measure are used in this manual, with imperial units in parentheses.
B. This manual describes maintenance on components in a workshop. It does not describe

maintenance on components when they are installed in aircraft.
C. Only approved persons with the necessary skills can do maintenance tasks described in this
manual.
D. Maintenance Task Oriented Support System (MTOSS) task and subtask identification is used in
this manual. Maintenance tasks and other data have special MTOSS numbers for the use of
Electronic Data Processing (EDP). MTOSS numbers can be ignored by the user of the manual.
E. This manual contains:
- Technical data for components.

- Maintenance and repair procedures for components.
- An Illustrated Parts List (IPL) with data for parts of components. Parts are identified in all sec-
tions of the manual by the IPL figure and item number.
F. We make sure of DISASSEMBLY, TESTING AND FAULT ISOLATION, and ASSEMBLY

procedures by doing them.
2. How to Use this Manual
A. Make sure the manual contains information applicable to your component. Look for the part
number on the Title Page.
B. If you need to identify a part or find a part number, refer to the IPL, which has an Introduction
chapter showing the procedure.
C. The instructions in this manual must be used for all components maintenance. Read all the
applicable WARNINGS and CAUTIONS before you do the work on the component.
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3. Measure
Measure given in this manual are taken from original manufacturing drawings.
Quantities are given in I.S. Units followed by U.S. Units in parentheses.
4. Units of Measure
A. I.S. Units
A Ampere
Ah Ampere hours
C1A Rated current
C1Ah Rated capacity for an hour
g Gram
min Minute
N Newton
N.m Newton meter
VDC Volt direct current
°C Degree Celsius
% Per cent
Ω Ohm
B. U.S. Units
ft Foot
in Inch
lb Pound
lbf.in Pound force inch
°F Degree Fahrenheit
C. Multiplying Prefixes
µ Micro
m Milli
da Deca
k Kilo
M Mega
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5. Abbreviations
The abbreviations given below are used in this manual:
ATA AIR TRANSPORT ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA

DIA DIAMETER
FIG. FIGURE
IPL ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST
MAX. MAXIMUM
MFR MANUFACTURER
MIN. MINIMUM
NO. NUMBER
OD OUTSIDE DIAMETER
P/N PART NUMBER
PARA. PARAGRAPH
REF. REFER TO
S/A SUBASSEMBLY
TBD TO BE DEFINED
6. Definition
This paragraph describes the warnings used in this manual.
Warnings call attention to use of materials, steps procedures, or limits, which must be followed pre-
cisely to avoid injury to persons.
Cautions call attention to steps procedures which must be followed to avoid damage to equipment.
Notes call attention to procedures which make the job easier.
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7. Disposal
Ni-Cd batteries contain :
- nickel,
- cadmium,
- potassium hydroxide.
They must therefore be discarded or used again, in agreement with local legislation. For more infor-
mation, contact your local SAFT supplier.
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
1. Description
A. General
The alkaline battery has 20 vented nickel-cadmium VHP170KH-3 cells with welded polyamide
cases.
The battery is connected to the aircraft systems. It can be used:
(1) To start the engine or the APU in reference to the aircraft system.
(2) On the ground, before electrical power is supplied to the aircraft systems.
(3) In flight, if a malfunction or a failure occurs in the power supply system.
NOTE: The 28 VDC electrical system charges the battery in the aircraft
The figure and item numbers used in this chapter correspond to those of the ILLUSTRATED
PART LIST.
B. Characteristics
(1) Technical data
Nominal voltage 24 V
Rated capacity C1Ah 17 Ah (see Note below)
Connector according to ISO 5064/II MS
Battery terminals
3509
Electrolyte Solution of KOH
Consumable volume of electrolyte 20 cm3 (1.22 in3) per cell
Maximum dimensions of the battery
- Length 294 mm (11.57 in)
- Width 169 mm (6.65 in)
- Height 208 mm (8.18 in)
Battery maximum weight 18.5 kg (40.8 lbs)
Note: 17 Ah at 1 h rate noted as 17 C1Ah or 17 C1Ah.

Current value equivalence : 17 A = 1 C1A and 1.7 A = 0.1 C1A for this 17 C1Ah
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battery.
(2) Operational characteristics
- Operating temperature : - 40 to + 71 °C (- 40 to + 160 °F)
(3) Electrical characteristics
List of all values used to service the battery:
Item Value Use for
1 C1A 17 A Charge/Discharge
0.5 C1A 8.5 A Charge
0.1 C1A 1.7 A Charge
C. Detailed description
The battery has 20 VHP170KH-3 (130) cells housed in a stainless steel box.
The box (290) is lined withliner spacer kit (190). The cells are kept upright by means of a molded
silicone elastomer part (040) fastened to the cover which presses against the top of the cells. Cells
are interconnected by rigid, nickel-plated copper links (070 thru 120).
The connector (220) connects the battery to the aircraft.
The cover (020), which can be removed, is attached to the box (290) by four latches.
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1658-6 Battery
Figure 1//TASK 24-31-20-991-001
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Identification plate
Figure 2/TASK 24-31-20-991-002
Amendment plate
Figure 3/TASK 24-31-20-991-003
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Overall dimensions
Figure 4/TASK 24-31-20-991-004
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TESTING AND FAULT ISOLATION
1. General
This chapter gives the tests and inspections required to find the condition of the unit removed for
unscheduled maintenance. The test procedure is given in the TESTING AND FAULT ISOLATION
TABLE, which for each test refers to a specific procedure specifying all parameters to be applied and
those to be inspected.
The figure and item numbers in this chapter correspond to those of the ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST.
TASK 24-31-20-700-801
2. Testing
A. Equipment
(1) Standard tools
- Standard mechanic’s tools.

- Safety gloves.
- Protective goggles.
- Safety shoes.
- Eye wash.
- Protective apron.
- Air compressor with manometer (graduation 0.1 to 1 Bar).
(2) Special tools
When special tools are used in this chapter, they are identified by a code number listed in the
chapter SPECIAL TOOLS, FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT.
- charge/discharge bench (constant current 0 - 60 A).

- power supply: 0 - 45 V, range 0 - 60 A.
(3) Instruments
- A multimeter, range 2 V - 50 V, accuracy 1%.

- A megohmeter, range 0 - 50 MΩ (voltage 250 VDC), accuracy 3%.
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(4) Check conditions
- Ambient temperature: 23 °C ± 5 °C ( 73 ± 9 °F).

- Pressure: 85 to 106 kPa (25.1 to 31.1 InHg).
- Relative humidity: < 85 %.
B. Precautions
You must always carry out regular maintenance. It is then necessary to observe the following pre-
cautions to ensure correct operation of the battery:
- Do not install the battery in an aircraft which is too hot.
- Carefully obey the instructions that give the aircraft procedure to ensure a good flow of air.
- Make sure of the capacity of the battery regularly.
- Charge the battery in a battery shop.
- Maintenance must be done (Refer to CHECK chapter), in particular to make sure of:
- Level of electrolyte. Especially when ambient temperature is high, time between mainte-
nance must be reduced.
- Tightness of the connection nuts.
- Correct charging.
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SUBTASK 24-31-20-720-001
C. Preliminary Functional Tests (Ref. Fig. 1001)
1
Discharge at 1 V/cell
Tighten the nuts (050) 1 Ω cell shorting 12 h
charge at 1 C1A (17 A)

box or cells Yes see para. 5.B (6) note the voltage of each
damaged
cell during the charge
No
Yes Topping up at the end

salt or electrolyte see para. 5.C (1) of charge
traces
No more than
usual average added in all
Yes see para. 5.B (1)
electrolyte in Yes see para. 5.C (2) cells
the box
No
No more than
30% versus battery Yes see para. 5.B (2)
cell average added
metallic parts Yes see para. 5.C (3) in 1 cell
corroded No
No 1 or more
cell has a voltage > 0.1 V Yes see para. 5.B (3)
battery Yes see para. 5.A (1)
than the others
voltage = 0 V No
No
voltage of 1 cell Yes see para. 5.B (4)
Yes < 1.5 V
1 or more cell = 0 V see para. 5.B (7)
No
No
capacity check < Yes see para. 5.B (5)
Yes 100% C1Ah
1 or more cell < 0 V see para. 5.B (5)
No
No
a link or a Yes see para. 5.C (4)
insulation nut is too hot
between cell and box
Yes see para. 5.A (3)
No
< 250 kΩ
No do a General Overhaul
to detect battery fault or
external cause
Preliminary Functional Tests

Figure 1001/TASK 24-31-20-991-005
NOTE : average in log book must be considered
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Figure 1001
SUBTASK 24-31-20-720-002
D. Testing procedure
(1) Insulation check
- Place the megohmeter as described below:
MΩ
Insulation Check
Figure 1002/TASK 24-31-20-991-006
- ≥ 250 kΩ under 250 VDC = Min value.
- > 10 MΩ under 250 VDC = value after cleaning and drying.
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250 KΩ 2 MΩ 10 MΩ
Can wait until next

problem to be cleaned maintenance OK
In battery maintenance shop Always required after

cleaning and drying
Cleaning required Cleaning required
Acceptable
Check the cause

(overcharge…)
Insulation Parameters
Figure 1003/TASK 24-31-20-991-007
(2) Polarization test
Charge the battery at 1.7 A for 1.5 hours.
Keep the battery in "open circuit" condition for 1 hour.
Measure the open circuit voltage of every cell.
If open circuit voltage of any cell is 0 V (or negative), do a supplementary test (refer to
paragraph 4). Then repair.
If every cell has an open circuit voltage that is more than 0 V, charge the battery.
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(3) Vent valve test
NOTE : The Vent Valve Test is not required if the full set of used vent valves is re-
placed by a brand new one each year during the General Overhaul or when
there is evidence of electrolyte overflow.
Before you put the vent valve back on the cells, make sure that they operate correctly.
Do these steps:
1. Install the Vent valve (180) with its O-ring on the end of a metal tube which has an
applicable end-piece.
2. Connect this tube to a supply of compressed air through an adjustable reducing valve.
3. Adjust the pressure to 0.5 bar (7.25 psi) and put the vent valve into a container of wa-
ter. Air bubbles come out when the valve opens. If there are no bubbles, increase the
pressure until you see bubbles. Then decrease the pressure slowly to 0.1 bar
(1.45 psi) and monitor the pressure at which the bubbles stop.
4. Reject all vent valves that have an opening pressure of more than 0.7 bar (10 psi) or
less than 0.14 bar (2 psi).
5. Install the vent valve (180) (Refer to ASSEMBLY chapter).
(4) Supplementary test before repair
The first test charge can be unsatisfactory if the electrolyte level is too low in some cells
(because the level is not adjusted until the end of this charge). If you find defects, adjust
the electrolyte level and do the following test:
NOTE: When you charge the battery more than necessary, you decrease the life
of the cells. Thus, do this special test only if a battery malfunction
occurred in the aircraft, or defects are found during shop maintenance.
- Charge the battery (Refer to one of the procedures given in chapter TESTING AND
FAULT ISOLATION). At the end of the total charge time, continue to charge at 1.7 A
for 5 more hours. Regularly record the voltage of the cells. The temperature of cells that
have damaged separators increases significantly and continuously. The voltage of
these cells continuously decreases to less than 1.5 V.
- Adjust the electrolyte level during the last 30 minutes of charge.
- Discharge at 17 A down to 1 V/cell.
- After this test, discard the defective cells:

- Cells with a voltage of less than 1.5 V at the end of the charge.
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- Cells with a voltage that decreases to less than 1 V before one hour of discharge
(during the last test discharge).
- Short-circuited cells (0 V).

TASK 24-31-20-800-801
3. Charge
SUBTASK 24-31-20-820-001
A. Flight charge
The decrease of water from the electrolyte is in direct proportion to the overcharge current.
SUBTASK 24-31-20-820-002
B. Ground charge
Do all battery maintenance or overhaul steps in a workshop.
NOTE: In addition to the constant current method of charging, other methods that fully
charge the battery can be used. HOWEVER, IN EVERY CASE, CELL VOLTAGE
CHECKS (U > 1.5 V) AND ELECTROLYTE ADJUSTMENTS MUST BE CARRIED OUT
USING A FINAL CHARGE SEQUENCE AT CONSTANT CURRENT : 1.7 A (0.1 C1A).
If specific instructions are not given in the charger operating manual, SAFT should
first be contacted.
WARNING: REMOVE THE COVER TO CHARGE THE BATTERY ON THE GROUND. THIS IS
TO MAKE SURE THAT GAS WILL NOT COLLECT IN THE BATTERY BOX.
Cell connections
Figure 1004/TASK 24-31-20-991-008
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(1) Constant current charge (Battery fully discharged)
(a) To charge a fully discharged battery, do one of these procedures
CONSTANT CURRENT CHARGE

Main charge Final charge
1.7 A (0.1 C1A) until 30 V as bat-
tery voltage
mini 10 h 1.7 A (0.1 C1A) for a 4 h time
Times :
maxi 12 h
8.5 A (0.5 C1A) until 31 V as bat-
tery voltage
Times :
maxi 2 h 30 minutes
17 A (1 C1A) until 31.4 V as battery
voltage
Times :
maxi 1 h 15 minutes
Note: If the battery voltage does not increase sufficiently during the maximum charge
time: Refer to the chapter TESTING AND FAULT ISOLATION.
Note: When you charge the battery more than in the table above, you decrease the life
of the cells.
(b) Battery not fully discharged and discharge condition unknown
Discharge at 17 A (1 C1A) down to 20 V. Refer to paragraph DISCHARGE.
Charge : refer to B (1) (a) above constant current charge.
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TASK 24-31-20-800-802
4. Discharge
Rated capacity 17 Ah : minimum value obtained for a fully charged

(C1Ah) battery, when discharged at 17 A, down to 20 V.
Other rates
Depending on temperature and time: up to 25 C1A.
(C1A)
TASK 24-31-20-700-802
5. Fault isolation
SUBTASK 24-31-20-760-001
A. Battery electrical faults
PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION

(1) Zero battery open-circuit (a) Defective electrical connec- Check electrical contacts, links
voltage tor (no contact made) and tightness of nuts (refer to
CHECK chapter).
(b) Link loose or broken Make sure the nuts are tight
(refer to CHECK chapter).
(2) 0 V with the battery set to (a) Battery fully discharged Recharge the battery.
"discharge" Do an insulation check (refer to
CHECK chapter).
(b) Battery circuit open or con- Examine the contacts and links.
tacts defective Make sure the terminal nuts are
tight (refer to CHECK chapter).
(c) Cell fully dry Refer to related subsequent

steps.
(3) Low insulation (a) Leakage of electrolyte Disassemble and clean the bat-
tery (refer to DISASSEMBLY
AND CLEANING chapters).
Do an electrolyte level check
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SUBTASK 24-31-20-770-001
B. Cell faults

(1) Too much water decrease (a) Charge much more than the Examine the cause of exces-
for all battery cells. limit or too much charge at high sive charge. If necessary,
temperature. adjust the maintenance inter-
val.
(2) The variation of water con- (a) More than 30% or more Do a leak test of the cells (refer
sumption in individual cell than the average: leaks from to CHECK chapter).
exceed ±30% of the average the cell(s).
consumption for all cells.
(b) 30% (or less) of the Do the supplementary test
average: cell(s) with damaged (refer to CHECK chapter
separator(s). para. 2.D.4). If necessary,
replace the cell(s).
(c) Previous maintenance has Note the cell location and and
not been done. check the level of water com-
sumption versus other cells at
the next maintenance.
(3) A cell has an unsually high (a) Dry cell. When the defect occurs, add
voltage at the start of the 5 cm3 (5 ml) of distilled water to
charge. the cell. Do not adjust more
accurately until the end of the
charge.
NOTE: If you charge a cell with a quantity of electrolyte which is not sufficient, this can
cause temperature to increase very much.
(4) A cell has an unsually low (a) The cell was operated at Replace the cell (refer to DIS-
voltage at the end of the charge temperatures and charge rates ASSEMBLY, ASSEMBLY AND
(Less than 1.5 V at 1.7 A at outside the limits, and the sepa- STORAGE chapters).
+ 20 °C (+ 68 °F) rator is damaged.
(5) Low capacity cell (The cell (a) Usual wear after long opera- Replace the cell (refer to DIS-
shows a reversed voltage or a tion. ASSEMBLY, ASSEMBLY AND
correct polarity voltage of less STORAGE chapters).
than 1 V after a discharge of
1 h at 1 C1A). (b) Unusual operation, opera- Do the supplementary test
tion at high temperature or (refer to CHECK chapter
operation with low electrolyte. para. 2.D.4). If necessary,
replace the cell(s).
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(6) Cell with a swollen case. (a) Cell operated with low elec- Replace the cell (refer to DIS-
trolyte level ; deterioration of ASSEMBLY chapter).
separators and damaged
plates.
(7) Cell with zero voltage when (a) Short-circuited cell. Replace the cell (refer to DIS-
the battery circuit is open. ASSEMBLY chapter).
SUBTASK 24-31-20-750-001
C. Physical faults

(1) Leakage of electrolyte (a) Incorrect adjustment of Disassemble and clean the bat-
level. tery (refer to DISASSEMBLY
and CLEANING chapters). Do
an electrolyte level check (refer
to CHECK chapter).
(b) Cell polarity incorrect during Examine the cause of exces-

high-rate discharge (for exam- sive charge.
ple, during the engine start). Disassemble and clean the bat-
and CLEANING chapters).

(c) Too much charge at high Examine the cause of exces-

temperature or too much cur- sive charge.If necessary, adjust
rent. the maintenance interval.
Disassemble and clean the bat-


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(2) Electrolyte found in the bat- (a) Damaged cell case Do a leak test of the cells (refer
tery box. to CHECK chapter).
Replace the cell if necessary

and refer to related subsequent
steps.
(b) Leakage of electrolyte Disassemble and clean the bat-


(3) Corrosion on the links. (a) Operation in acid air Make sure the battery test
bench and the storage areas
have no materials which can
release acid fumes.
(b) Mechanical damage to Replace the damaged links

nickel plating (refer to DISASSEMBLY,
ASSEMBLY AND STORAGE
chapters).
(4) The links are too hot. (a) Loose terminals nuts Make sure the nuts are torqued
SUBTASK 24-31-20-750-002
D. Vent valve faults

Valve open pressure > 0.7 bar Clogged valve. Change the valve.
or stay open.
Valve stays open for a pressure Pierced valve. Change the valve.
< 0.14 bar or not closed.
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SCHEMATIC AND WIRING DIAGRAMS
1. General
This chapter gives all electrical schematics of battery sensor.
2. Schematic sensor
Schematic sensor
Figure 2001/TASK 24-31-20-991-009
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DISASSEMBLY
1. General
NOTE: Refer to chapter TESTING AND FAULT ISOLATION to find the condition of the
component or the possible cause of its malfunction. This will give the necessary level
of disassembly.
WARNING: DO ALL STEPS ON FULLY DISCHARGED BATTERIES (TESTING AND FAULT

ISOLATION CHAPTER).
The figures and items numbers used in this chapter correspond to those of the ILLUSTATED PARTS
LIST.
2. Safety
The Safety rules are different from one country to another. Only local rules are applicable.
3. Risks
There are three types of risks.
A. Physical
- Handling: lift with your legs and not your back.

- Wear protective shoes.
B. Electrical
- Don’t wear rings, watches, chains, belt buckles.

- Use insulated tools.
C. Chemical
- Electrolyte is very corrosive and may cause severe damage to the skin: wear gloves
- Contact with eyes is very dangerous, wear protective goggles.
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4. Safety measure
- The electrolyte compound is caustic and can cause severe burns. If it comes in contact with the skin,
flush the touched part with water and neutralize the solution with acetic solution, vinegar or lemon
juice, or with boric acid solution at 10% concentration.
- If the electrolyte touches the eyes, flush them with water for at least 15 minutes and call a doctor.
- Electrolyte ingestion can damage the throat and the respiratory tract. Do not try to vomit. Dilute the
solution with water or, if possible, with milk. Call a doctor immediately. Do not try to make somebody
unconscious drink . Contact with nickel can cause chronic eczema. Inhalation of cadmium oxide can
cause a dry throat, make you cough, cause headaches, vomiting, or pain in your chest. Persons
having inhaled cadmium oxide fumes must get fresh air or take oxygen or must have artificial respi-
ration.
- Potash can cause eczema.
TASK 24-31-20-000-801
5. Disassembly
A. Equipment
(1) Standard tools

- Safety gloves.
- Protectives goggles.
- Safety shoes.
- Eye wash.
- Protective apron.
(2) Special tools
SUBTASK 24-31-20-020-001
B. Disassembly procedure
WARNING: DO ALL STEPS ON FULLY DISCHARGED BATTERIES (TESTING AND FAULT

ISOLATION CHAPTER).
(1) Remove the cover (020)
(2) Removal of a cell
NOTE: In order to avoid a short-circuit, remove a link (080) between two cells.
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(a) Remove the nuts (050) and the spring washers (060) that attach the links from the cell.
(b) Remove all links (070 thru 120).
(c) Fully engage the end of the special threaded tool (T03) onto one of the cell terminals.
Then pull up to remove the cell.
NOTE: The vent valve must stay tight when the cell is removed.
(3) Removal of a vent valve (safety cap)
(a) Unscrew the vent valve (180) with the special tool (T01).
(b) Remove the vent valve with its O-ring.
(4) Disassembly of the battery
(a) Remove
1. The cover (020).
2. The cells (130).
3. The liner spacers kit (190).
4. The connector (220).
5. Remove the sensor (240)
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CLEANING
1. General
The figure and item numbers used in this chapter correspond to those of the ILLUSTRATED PARTS
LIST.
2. Equipment required
- Safety gloves.
- Safety shoes.
- Eye washing.
- Protective apron.
3. Materials
- Ordinary water.
- Distilled water.[MO1]
- Neutral soap.[MO2]
- Non-fluffy swab.
- Non-wire brush.
TASK 24-31-20-100-801
4. Cleaning procedure
WARNING: THE ELECTROLYTE IS DANGEROUS. BE CAREFUL WHEN HANDLING

ELECTROLYTE AND AVOID SPLASHING. IT IS A STRONG CAUSTIC AGENT AND
CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS. ALWAYS WEAR FACE AND EYE PROTECTION
(PREFERABLY A TRANSPARENT FACE MASK, RUBBER GLOVES AND LONG
SLEEVED CLOTHING). IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH SKIN, FLUSH IMMEDIATELY
WITH MUCH WATER. IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH EYES, FLUSH WITH WATER AT
LEAST 15 MINUTES AND, IN ALL CASES, GET IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION.
SUBTASK 24-31-20-160-001
A. Light cleaning
Remove the cover.
If a clean, filtered supply of compressed air is available, do this procedure to clean the cells easily
and quickly: blow with much force across the tops of the cells to remove all dust and light traces
of mineral salts from the box. To prevent short circuits, use a rubber tube or an insulating nozzle.
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SUBTASK 24-31-20-160-002
B. Full cleaning
Disassemble the battery (refer to "DISASSEMBLY" chapter) and then clean all components.
(1) Cells
Make sure that the vent valve (180) (safety cap) is tight.
Do not soak the cells in water.
To easily remove all the electrolyte and mineral salts from the terminals, the cover and the
sides of the cell cases: clean in warm water with a soft brush.
Rub the cell with a cloth and let dry.
(2) Box
Clean with lightly soapy water, rub with a cloth and let dry.
(3) Nuts, spring washers and links
Clean in warm water with a brush and let dry.
(4) Liner spacer kit and sensor
Clean in warm water and let dry.
(5) Vent valve
CAUTION: THE CLEANING OF THE VENT VALVE (180) MUST BE DONE WHEN THE
CELLS ARE ASSEMBLED IN THE BOX.
(a) Remove the vent valve (180) (Refer to "DISASSEMBLY chapter).
(b) Put swab on the cell holes to keep out unwanted material.
(c) Soak the vent valve for some time (during the night, for example) in a container of dis-
tilled water. Do that to remove all salts from the vent hole.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE PETROL, TRICHLOROETHYLENE OR OTHER SOLVENTS.
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TASK 24-31-20-600-801
5. Lubrication
When the battery is clean (and after installation of the vent valve), put a thin layer of neutral petrola-
tum (petrolatum that is not acid) or light oil on the terminals and the links. Use a paintbrush.
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CHECK
1. General
You must do the checks which are necessary to use the Saft batteries in flight and on the ground:
- Periodical check: adjustment of electrolyte levels.

- Regular check: electrical treatment, adjustment of electrolyte levels, and capacity test.
- General overhaul: disassembly, full cleaning, assembly and regular check.
TASK 24-31-20-200-801
2. Maintenance steps in workshop
A. Equipment
(1) Standard tools

- Safety gloves.
- Safety shoes.
- Eye wash.
- Protective apron.
(2) Special tools

- Power supply 0 - 45 V, 0 - 60 A.
- Discharge bench, constant current 0 - 60 A.
(3) Instruments
- A multimeter, range 2 V and 50 V, accuracy 1%.
- A megohmeter, range 0 - 50 MΩ (voltage 250 VDC), accuracy 3%.
(4) Check conditions

- Ambient temperature: 23 °C ± 5 °C ( 73 ± 9 °F).
- Pressure: 85 to 106 kPa (25.1 to 31.1 InHg).
- Relative humidity: < 85 %.
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(5) Referenced information
REFERENCE DESIGNATION
Insulation check
Polarisation test
24-31-20-720-002
Vent valve test
Supplementary test
SUBTASK 24-31-20-210-001
B. Periodical check
If the electrolyte consumption exceded the approved used between 2 regular check, apply this
periodical check according to Fig 5001.
(1) Charging the battery
(a) Discharge the remaining capacity at 17 A down to a voltage of 20 V at the battery termi-
nals.
(b) When the battery temperature is at usual temperature range, 23 °C ± 5 °C ( 73 ± 9 °F) ,

charge the battery (refer to one of the procedures given in the chapter TESTING AND
FAULT ISOLATION for a fully discharged battery).
(c) During the last 1/2 hour of the charge (while the charge current continues to flow), adjust
the level of electrolyte in the cells (refer to PARA B (2)). Write down the quantity of water
that is added to each cell. The electrolyte level changes with the battery charge. The lev-
el changes as if the plates absorbed a part of the electrolyte during the discharge and
released it during the charge. Therefore the level checks are only satisfactory if they are
done almost at the end of the charge (but during the charge). Leakage can occur during
operation if you do not obey these instructions when you add liquid.
(d) Measure the voltage of each cell.
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PERIODICAL CHECK 2.B
Remove the cover

no Insulation check yes
> 2 MΩ
Light cleaning
yes U > 21 V no
yes no cell with reversed
dust only? polarity
no
Nut tightness POLARIZATION TEST
Salt or electrolyte traces
Residual discharge
1 V/cell
Charge
General overhaul
figure 5004
Cell voltage before
end of charge
no U > 1.5 V yes
FAULT ISOLATION Adjustment of elec-
trolyte level before
end of charge
(volume < 20 cm3)
Supplementary test dispersion < 30 %
OK?
yes
Add 5 h overcharge
U > 1.5 V Vent valve cleaning
Adjust electrolyte
no
General overhaul Nut tightness
figure 5004
with replacement of
faulty components.
If more than 5* original * If 3 or more cells changed du-
cells, then change all Battery accepted after
ring the same check, change all periodical check
cells.
cells.
Periodical check
Figure 5001/TASK 24-31-20-991-010
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(2) Adjustment of electrolyte level
WARNING: DO NOT USE ACID OR ACIDULATED WATER to adjust the electrolyte

levels in nickel-cadnium cells. A very small quantity of acid is sufficient to
cause permanent damage.
For this operation, use plastic syringe with a plastic nozzle (T03) (refer to SPECIAL TOOLS,
FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT). The length of the nozzle is 20 mm (0.79 in). This is the dis-
tance necessary between the seat of the vent valve and the electrolyte (Refer to figure 5002).
20 mm (0.79 in)
Level adjustment with a syringe and calibrated nozzle

Figure 5002/TASK 24-31-20-991-011
To adjust the level, keep the shoulder of the syringe nozzle against the seat of the vent valve
and pull the plunger up.
If the level is not sufficient, the syringe tube stays empty when you pull the plunger. Add dis-
tilled water to these cells. (The syringe is small, it can thus be necessary to do this step more
than one time for each cell).
If there is too much liquid, this liquid is removed by the syringe until the level aligns with the
end of the nozzle.The level is correct when only a small quantity of liquid goes into the syringe
when you pull the plunger.
Also, write down the quantity of distilled water added to each cell
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(3) Vent valve cleaning
Clean the vent valve (180) (Refer to "CLEANING" chapter) when you adjust the electro-
lyte levels.
(4) Nut tightness
Make sure that all the nuts that attach the links are torqued (refer to the chapter FITS
AND CLEARANCES).
(5) Results of the above procedures
(a) The battery operates correctly if:
- The voltage of each cell measured during the last hour of charge at 1.7 A is not less
than 1.5 V.
- Approximately the same quantity of distilled water is added to each cell. This quantity
must be less than 20 cm3 (1.22 in3).
NOTE : If the average quantity of water added to all the cells is close to 20 cm3/cell
(1.22 in3/cell), do the electrolyte level check more frequently.
(b) Do a full overhaul of the battery (refer to PARA D "General overhaul") if:
- the quantity of water necessary for one or more cell(s) is much higher or smaller than
for the other cells.
- the voltage of each cell measured at the end of a 1.7 A charge is less than 1.5 V (refer
to the chapter TESTING AND FAULT ISOLATION).
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SUBTASK 24-31-20-210-002
C. Regular check (Ref Fig. 5003)
According to aircraft manufacturer instruction AFTER A MAXIMUM OF ONE YEAR, do this bat-
tery test according to Fig 5003.
(1) Measurement of the voltage

Measure the voltage in open circuit at the terminal of the battery. If Ubat < 21 V, then do the
polarization test.
(2) Residual discharge

Discharge the remaining capacity at 17 A down to a voltage of 20 V at the battery terminals.
Measure the time from the start of discharge to the time when the voltage reaches 20 V.
(3) 1 Ω cell shorting

Connect a resistor approximately 1 Ω 3 W (T03) across each cell and continue to discharge.
Resistors with crocodile clips attached to their leads can easily be attached to the cell termi-
nals. Keep the resistors in position for 12 hours. Remove all resistors.
(4) Charge the battery

Refer to PARA B (1) "Periodical Check"
(5) Adjustment of electrolyte

(6) Capacity check

Immediately after the charge and the level adjustment, discharge the battery again at 17 A.
At 1 hour of discharge, measure the voltage of each cell. This voltage must be over 1 V. Con-
tinue to discharge the battery down to 20 V. Write the time necessary for the second dis-
charge.

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REGULAR CHECK 2.C

no Insulation check yes
> 2 MΩ
Remove the cover
yes U > 21 V no
no cell with reversed
Light cleaning polarity
Nut tightness POLARIZATION TEST

yes
dust only? Residual discharge
1 V/cell
no
Salt or electrolyte traces 1 Ω cell shorting
overnight
General overhaul
figure 5004 Charge
Cell voltage before

end of charge
U > 1.5 V
FAULT ISOLATION no Adjustment of elec- yes
trolyte level before
end of charge
Supplementary test (volume < 20 cm3)
OK? Dispersion < 30 %
yes
Add 5 h overcharge
U > 1.5 V
Adjust electrolyte FAULT ISOLATION no Capacity check yes
1 V/cell ≥ 1 h
no
Supplementary test
OK?
General overhaul
Completed charge Vent valve cleaning
figure 5004
Add 5 h overcharge
with replacement of no Nut tightness
U > 1.5 V
faulty components . yes
Adjust electrolyte
If more than 5* original Charge
level.
cells, then change all
Discharge > 1 h.
cells. Battery accepted after
regular check
* If 3 or more cells changed during the same check, change all cells.
Regular check
Figure 5003/TASK 24-31-20-991-012
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(8) Results of the above tests:
(a) The battery operates correctly if:
- The time necessary for the first discharge is more than 30 minutes.
- The time necessary for the second discharge is not less than 1 hour.
- The voltage of each cell measured during the last hour of the charge at 1.7 A is not less
than 1.5 V.
- The variation of water consumption in individual cell does not exceed ±30% of the av-
erage consumption for all cells.The maximum limit is 20 cm3 (1.22 in3).
NOTE : If the average quantity of water added to all the cells is close to 20 cm3/cell
(1.22 in3/cell), do the electrolyte level check more frequently.
- If the first discharge time is less than 30 minutes but the second discharge time is cor-
rect: the battery is in good condition but was not fully charged when removed from the
aircraft. This condition can be caused by an incorrect charge in the aircraft and/or a dis-
charge caused by an unusual operation of the battery after landing.
(b) Do a full overhaul of the battery if:
- the quantity of water necessary for one or more cell(s) is much higher or smaller than
for the other cells.
- the voltage of each cell measured at the end of a 1.7 A charge is less than 1.5 V (refer
to the chapter TESTING AND FAULT ISOLATION).
- The second discharge time is less the correct one or one cell has a voltage of less than
1 V (or incorrect polarity before 1 hour of discharge).
NOTE : The decrease of water in a cell is in proportion to the overcharge. Thus, the
decrease should be the same for all 20 cells in the battery.
If the quantity of water necessary for one or more cell(s) (in the same battery) is much
higher (or smaller) than the other cells. This means that there is a defect:
- Leakage usually causes heavy decrease.

- A damaged separator causes low decrease.
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SUBTASK 24-31-20-210-003
D. General overhaul (minimum 1 per year)
This overhaul includes electrical tests. It also includes disassembly and cleaning procedures to
do systematically for all battery components. Do this battery test according to Fig 5004
(1) Disassembly
Refer to "DISASSEMBLY" chapter.
(2) Thorough cleaning

Refer to "CLEANING" chapter.
(3) Do a battery inspection.
(a) Cells
Verify that cell boxes show no leakage.
(b) Box
Make the sides of the box straight and remove dents (Refer to "REPAIR" chapter).
(c) Nuts, links and spring washers
Discard the components that show signs of corrosion or damage.
(d) Liner and spacers
Discard all defective components.
(e) Connector
Make sure that the connector is in good condition (inner and outer surfaces). Replace it
if contacts are burned.
(4) Sensor
Refer to PARA F. (Checking of temperature sensor)
(5) Insulation check

Refer to PARA E. (Insulation check)
(6) Charge the battery

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(7) Adjustment of electrolyte
(8) Capacity check

Refer to PARA C (6) "Regular Check"

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GENERAL OVERHAUL 2.D
Scheduled On fault
yes U > 21 V no
no cell with rever- POLARIZATION TEST
sed polarity
Nut tightness
Residual discharge
1 Ω cell shorting
overnight
Disassembly
Thorough cleaning
Component inspection Sensor check
Faulty component
replacement Charge
Assembly Cell voltage before
end of charge
Insulation check
U > 1.5 V
no > 10 MΩ yes no
Adjustment of electro-
yes
lyte level before end of
charge
FAULT ISOLATION (volume < 20 cm3)
Dispersion < 30 %
Supplementary
test OK? yes
no
Add 5 h over-
charge U > 1.5 V no Capacity check
FAULT ISOLATION yes
1 V/cell ≥ 1 h
General overhaul
Supplementary test
with replacement of
OK? Vent valve cleaning
faulty components .
Completed charge
If more than 5* original Nut tightness
Add 5 h overcharge
cells then change all
U > 1.5 V Charge
cells. no yes
Adjust electrolyte
* If 3 or more cells changed during level. Discharge Battery accepted af-
> 1 h. ter general overhaul
the same check, change all cells.
General overhaul
Figure 5004/TASK 24-31-20-991-013
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NOTE: If more than 5 original cells have been changed or 3 or more cells are faulty in the same
maintenance, then change all cells.
SUBTASK 24-31-20-280-001
E. Insulation check
Refer to the chapter TESTING AND FAULT ISOLATION .

SUBTASK 24-31-20-280-002
F. Checking of temperature sensor
Refer to SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM chapter.

Do this test in a climatic chamber with the sensor disassembled from the battery.
CHECK OF BETWEEN VALUE

closes at 71 °C ± 2.8 °C (160 °F ± 5 °F)
Thermostat T C-D
when temperature increase
Thermistor C A-B R = 300 kΩ ± 3 kΩ at 25 °C (77 °F)
Mesure the insulation resistance between each connector point and every metal housing. The val-
ue must be superior to 30 MΩ at 250 Vdc.
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REPAIR
1. General
As indicated in the CHECK chapter, defective parts for which no repair instructions are given shall be
rejected and replaced by new parts.
The figure and item numbers used in this chapter correspond with those of the ILLUSTRATED
PARTS LIST.
2. Equipment
A. Special tools
B. Standard tools
Standard mechanic’s tools.
C. Materials
Neoprene glue [M03]
3. Repairs
The only authorized repair applicable to the unit is:
- Changing a gasket cover (040).
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REPAIR N°1
TASK 24-31-20-900-801
1. Changing a cover gasket
A. General
The gasket cover (040) can be changed only one time.
B. Detailed procedure
- Remove the gasket cover (040).
- Clean the joint location.
- Apply glue to the flat side of the gasket
- Let stay dry for 2 hours in a dry place.
- Put gasket (040) on the bottom of the cover (030). Press firmly.
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ASSEMBLY
1. General
Parts assembly shall be done on a clean workbench in a clean, dry room. They will be protected from
hit damage.
For tightening parts refer to the torque table in the chapter FITS AND CLEARANCES .
Check that the storage protection layer is removed from the new part before assembly.
The figure and item numbers used in this chapter correspond with those of the ILLUSTRATED
PARTS LIST.
To do check points, refer to CHECK chapter.
TASK 24-31-20-400-801
2. Assembly procedure
A. Equipment
(1) Special tools
When special tools are used in this chapter they are identified by a code number listed in the
(2) Standard tools

- Safety gloves.
- Safety shoes.
- Eye wash.
- Protective apron.
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SUBTASK 24-31-20-420-001
B. Installation of the liner spacer kit (190) (Ref. Fig. 7001)
(1) Put in position the A insulator.
(2) Place insulateur I and T on the metallic separations
(3) Put in position the D, B,C , H, L, O, S, P, N, M, R, F, G, E, V, U, H, J and K side spacers.
(4) Put in position insulator Q
(5) Install the cells..
A Insulator 0.5x268x160
B Insulator 0.5x169x65 1
C Insulator 0.3x170x65 4
D Insulator 0.5x170x53 3
E Insulator 0.3x157x65 4
F Insulator 0.5x157x53 4
G Insulator 0.5x157x65 1
H Insulator 0.5x169x44 3
I Insulator 0.3x220x55 3
J Insulator 0.3x170x55 2
K Spacer 1x153x55 6
L Insulator 0.5x169x103 1
M Insulator 0.5x157x103 1
N Insulator 0.5x157x45 1
O Spacer 1x169x55 1
P Insulator 0.5x169x115 1
Q Insulator 0.3x400x90 1
R Insulator 0.3x157x115 1
S Spacer 1x169x115 2
T Insulator 0.3x110x96 2
U Insulator 0.3x170x96 1
V Insulator 0.3x157x96 1
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Liner spacer kit installation

Figure 7001/TASK 24-31-20-991-014
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SUBTASK 24-31-20-420-002
C. Installation of the vent valve (180)
(1) Make sure the vent valves (180) are in good condition. Replace the vent valves (180) if they
are worn.
(2) Install the vent valve (180) with the special tool (T01). Hold the special tool by its upper ribbed
part.
SUBTASK 24-31-20-420-003
D. Installation of a cell (Ref. Fig. 7002)
(1) Put five cells (130) in the side compartments.
(2) Put four cells (130) in the middle of each compartment.
(3) Move the last cell into position (if it is difficult to put in the last cell, remove one or two spac-
ers).
(4) Carefully position the cell (130) and push onto terminals with a piece of soft wood.
(5) Install the links (070 thru 120).
(6) Install the spring washers (060).
(7) Install the nuts (050) and torque them.
(8) Lightly lubricate the terminals and the links with neutral petrolatum or light oil (use a paint-
brush).
(9) Install the cover (020) and attach it.
SUBTASK 24-31-20-970-001
E. Inform
(1) Identification plate (310) if the box (290) has been changed
(2) Amendment plate. (340)
(3) Log book.
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Cell installation
Figure 7002/TASK 24-31-20-991-015
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FITS AND CLEARANCES
TASK 24-31-20-400-802
1. Torque table
SUBTASK 24-31-20-420-001
A. Torque table
List of all applicable torque values needed to assemble and do servicing of the battery:
NOTE: The values here are "lube torque" values. The threads should be lightly greased be-
fore to installation and applying torque.
IPL TORQUE VALUE

FIG ITEM NAME
N° daN.m lbf.in
050 Nut 6 to 10 52 to 87
140 Nut 4.5 to 5.5 39 to 47
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SPECIAL TOOLS, FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT
1. General
This chapter is divided into two parts:
- The first part provides the list of SPECIAL TOOLS, AND FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT needed to
perform the steps listed in the order chapters.
- The second part provides the listing of Consumable Materials used in this manual.
All listed items are identified in this manual by a standard code number:
- Txx for TOOLS, FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT,

- Mxx for Consumable Materials.
2. Special tools, fixtures and equipment
PART
CODE QTY DESCRIPTION USE
NUMBER
Polyamide key for polyamide DISASSEMBLY - CLEANING -

T01 1 015528
vent valve CHECK - ASSEMBLY
Syringe assembly (with noz- TESTING AND FAULT ISOLA-
T02 1 016544
zle) TION - CHECK
Equalizing resistors
T03 20 164829 TESTING - CHECK
(1 Ω / 3 W)
T04 1 014735 Cell extraction tool DISASSEMBLY
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Polyamide key for vent valve (T01)

Figure 9001/TASK 24-31-20-991-016
Syringe with nozzle (T02)

Figure 9002/TASK 24-31-20-991-017
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Equalizing resistor (T03)

Figure 9003/TASK 24-31-20-991-018
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Cell extraction tool (T04)

Figure 9004/TASK 24-31-20-991-019
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3. Consumables
NOTE: Equivalent alternatives can be used for list items.
A
I D
R I
C A
L S S
MANUFACTU L R S
I A C T
DESIGNATION RER T E E S
N S H O
PARTNUMBER OR SUPPLIER E A P E
CODE E S E R
AND (NAME, S N A M
S E C A
SPECIFICATION ADDRESS, T I I B
M K G
CODE) N R L
C B E
G Y
O L
D Y
E
Distilled or deionized
water
clear, colourless, oderless
while boiling, resistivity
> 30 kΩ/cm
5 < pH < 7
Absence of organic and
reducing substances.
M01 Reducing agent content Local vendor X X
(expressed in weight of
oxygen) < 30 mg/l (test
with permanganate).
Total of ions
SO42+ Cl- < 10 mg/l
Dry abstract < 15 mg/l
Silicium in SiO2 < 15 mg/l
M02 Soap Local vendor X

M03 Neoprene glue Local vendor X
OTAN: S 743
F: AIR 3565
M04 Mineral vaseline X X
US: SLP 236
UK: DEF 2333
CAUTION: Use only distilled or deionized water.
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ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST
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INTRODUCTION
1. Introduction
A. General
The Illustrated Parts List (IPL) contains a list and illustrations of the assemblies and detailed parts
of the unit in disassembly sequence.
It includes the following sections :
- Introduction (INTRO),
- Numerical Index (NI),
- Detailed Parts List (DPL).
B. How to Use the illustrated Parts List
(1) To find the illustration for a part if the part number is known, refer to the Numerical Index and
look for the part number and the corresponding figure and item number. Refer to the Detailed
Parts List and look for the first figure and item number found in the Numerical Index for that
part. If this figure shows the part in a section or system of the equipment other than the one
necessary, refer to the other figure numbers listed in the Numerical Index.
(2) To determine the part number of a given part, refer to the illustration showing the assembly
including this part. Note the item number of the illustrated part and refer to the Detailed Parts
List which indicates its part number and identification.
2. Equipment Designator Index (EDI))
The Equipment Designator Index provides all circuit symbols given to the electrical and electronic
components of the items listed in alphanumeric order for the letters, numerical order for the figures.
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3. Numerical Index (NI)
In this index, part numbers are classified in the following order:
Classification is made from left to right, each character (letter, number, hyphen) being considered
separately.
The first left row ordering is :
- hyphen
- alpha letter from A to Z (except for " O " and " I " to be considered as zero and one)
- numbers from 0 to 9.
The part number column contains all part numbers included in the Detailed Parts List. Part numbers
that have been deleted or superseded within the Detailed Part List are listed in the Numerical Index
and identified as deleted or superseded.
4. Detailed Parts List (DPL)
A. Figure and Item Number
Each assembly, sub-assembly and part holding a part number and included in the parts list is giv-
en a time number.
The figure number linked to the item number is shown on the first line at the top of each page.
Assemblies, sub-assemblies and numbered parts included in the list but not illustrated are identi-
fied by a hyphen (-) preceding the item number.
An index letter shown before the item number refers to the figure showing the modified portion of
the applicable part.
B. Manufacturer's Part Number
A manufacturer's part number is given to each assembly and detail part, whether illustrated or not.
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C. Parts List
The parts list is represented with indenting showing the relationship of parts and assemblies to
their next higher assemblies as follows :
1234567
Assembly
. Detailed parts for assembly,
. Sub-assembly
Attaching parts and/or storage parts for sub-assembly,
***
. . Detailed parts for sub-assembly
. . Sub-sub-assembly,
Attaching parts and/or storage parts for sub-sub-assembly,
***
. . . Detailed parts for sub-sub-assembly.
The attaching parts are shown directly after the assembly of the part thereof. They are listed under
the same indent number as the item they are attached to, and are identified by the words "Attach-
ing Parts" and are followed by three asterisks.
The manufacturer's code or the abbreviation NP (not procurable) are placed at the extreme right-
hand side of the first line of the parts list column.
D. Effectivity code
An alphanumerical index indicates the effectivity of sub-assemblies and detailed parts lists in re-
lation to the next higher assembly (ies) or sub-assembly (ies).
When the effectivity is fully applicable, the usage code column remains blank.
The usage code for assemblies and detailed parts refers to the figure/item number of the next
higher assembly (ies) or sub-assembly (ies).
Example : Effectivity 1A, 1B, 1C is written 1ABC.
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E. Units per Assembly
The units per assembly column showns the quantity of units required for one next higher assem-
bly.
In some cases, the information is replaced by the abbreviation RF (for reference) or AR (as re-
quired).
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5. Abbreviation used
ALT FROM PN XXX Part that is functionally and physically interchangeable with original part
after reworking.
AMDT Amendment
AR As required
DELETED Deleted part
DET Detail
DPL Detailed Parts List
EDI Equipment Designator Index
IPL Illustrated Parts List
LH Left hand
MFR Manufacturer or Optional Manufacturer in the IPL
MODIFIED FROM Part obtained by modifying another part
NHA Next higher assembly
NP Not procurable
OLD PN Old part number. This item has never been installed.
OPT PN Optional part number that is fully interchangeable with the part in the
part number column.
OPT SEE TABLE See optional table
ORDER OVRLGTH MPN Part number over fifteen characters
OVERSIZE Part with size exceeding its nominal dimension.
PN Part number.
POST SB After modification brought up by a Service Bulletin.
PRE SB Before modification brought up by a Service Bulletin.
R Modified
RF For reference.
RH Right hand.
SEE CMM See component Maintenance Manual.
SEE FIG FOR DET See figure for details.
SEE FIG FOR NHA See figure for next higher assembly.
SEL FROM Selected from. Part which is to be selected as necessary from collec-
tion of parts.
SUPSD BY Superseded by XXX.
SUPSDS Supersedes XXX.
UNDERSIZE Part with size smaller than its nominal dimension.
VL Vendors List.
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6. Updating
A. General
When an item is revised, added or deleted, the letter " R " is shown in the right-hand margin (the
date of issue changes).
B. Added items
The basic sequence of the items given from 10 to 10 makes it possible to add new items between
the old ones in the appropriate order of the breakdown. With the addition of more than nine new
items, a new number is to be added at the end of the IPL.
C. Deleted items
Should a part number definitively deleted, the information given in the parts list zone is deleted.
The old part number always remains in the numerical index.
D. New Figure Number Added
Whenever new illustrations are necessary the alternative figures are inserted. They refer to the
same parts list.
The alternative figure is given with the basic figure number and letter. This letter precedes the item
number in the parts list.
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VENDOR CODE INDEX
VENDOR CODE NAME-ADDRESS

SAFT
12 avenue Sadi Carnot
F6177 93170 Bagnolet
Phone: (33) 1 49 93 19 18
Fax: (33) 1 93 93 19 56
SAFT AMERICA INC.
711 Industrial Boulevard
Valdosta, GA 31601
V09052
USA
Phone: (1) 229 245 2331
Fax: (1) 229-247-8486
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ALPHA NUMERICAL INDEX
AIRLINE FIG INDEX TOTAL

PART NUMBER
STOCK NUMBER NUMBER NUMBER REQUIRED
1658-6 -001 PM
012374 080 11
015266 100 1
015539 090 2
062007 140 2
100078 180 2
100094 070 42
100094 170 2
100111 060 82
100430 220 4
100431 210 4
100693 160 1
100694 150 1
100713 250 1
102392 240 1
105405 280 3
114767 120 4
116056 300 5
117026 330 1
161061 290 1
163038 230 2
166129 130 20
166309 350 2
166314 380 1
166925 260 1
280068 390 1
411108 340 1
411691 110 3
412488 050 2
412791 320 1
412792 030 1
412800 040 1
412801 -310 1
412802 -010 1
412803 020 1
412804 270 1
412806 200 1
413609 360 2
413611 370 2
415218 190 1
- Item not illustrated.
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DETAILED PARTS LIST
1658-6 BATTERY
Figure 1/TASK 24-31-20-991-020
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FIGURE AIRLINE NOMENCLATURE UNITS

PART EFF.
AND STOCK PER
NUMBER CODE
ITEM NUMBER 1234567 ASSY
01
-001 1658-6 Battery 1658-6, VHP170KH-3 PM
-010 411736 . Box and cover complete 1
020 410630 . Cover complete 1
030 106316 . . Cover, assembly 1
040 106319 . . Gasket, cover 1
050 062000 . Nut M8X1.25 42
060 100111 . Washer, spring 82
070 013678 . Link, intercell, E24 9
080 014703 . Link, intercell, E28.5 1
100 012944 . Link, intercell, E34.5 1
120 114735 . Link, curved 1
130 166129 . Cell, VHP170KH-3, assembly 20
140 062000 . . Nut M8X1.25 2
150 100695 . . Washer, positive polarity 1
160 100696 . . Washer, negative polarity 1
170 100479 . . Washer, flat 2
180 415215 . . Vent valve 1
190 410996 . Liner-spacer kit 1
200 100523 . Screw M4X10 4
210 100430 . Washer, lock 4
220 102226 . Connector complete 1
230 166925 . Protector 1
240 410218 . Sensor, complete 1
250 115763 . . Nut, 1
260 114724 . Washer 1
270 115764 . . O-ring 1
280 105405 . . Nut, 6/32" 1
290 115737 . Box assembly 1
300 117026 . Film, protector 1
310 411108 . Plate, identification 1
320 031282 . Plate, filling instruction 2
330 413609 . Plate, SAFT label 2
340 034031 . Plate, amendment 1
350 280068 . Plate, recycling 1
- Item not illustrated.
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STORAGE (INCLUDING TRANSPORTATION)
TASK 24-38-52-600-802
1. Storage
A. Preparation of the battery before storage
- Adjust the electrolyte levels (Refer to "CHECK"), then discharge at a constant current of 17 A
down to 20 V.
- Lightly lubricate these components with neutral petrolatum or light oil: the nuts, the links, the
connector contacts and all the components that can be damaged by atmospheric corrosion.
- Put the battery in its usual vertical position.
B. Storage room
Keep the batteries and spares in a dry and clean room.
C. Temperature conditions
The recommanded temperature range is + 20 °C ± 15 °C (68 °F ± 27 °F). However, occasional

excursions into the range of - 60 °C to + 60 °C (- 76 °F to + 140 °F) is permitted.
D. Packing
The batteries are usually put in cardboard boxes. For long storage or sea transportation, we rec-
ommendto put the batteries in a welded plastic container. In this type of container, with the recom-
manded temperature range, the batteries can be kept for 10 years.
TASK 24-38-52-600-803
2. Storage procedure
A. General
When the battery arrives in the battery shop for servicing:
- Visual inspection: if dust or salt do a General Overhaul according procedure (refer to CHECK
chapter).
- Then light cleaning (refer to CLEANING chapter), then service as scheduled (periodical check,
regular check or general check) (refer to CHECK chapter).
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SUBTASK 24-38-52-610-001
B. Short term storage (Ref. Fig. 15001)
(1) Operations
- Place the charged battery (serviced according to CMM procedure) in a cool room or dis-
charge to 1 V/cell (refer TESTING AND FAULT ISOLATION chapter).
- Light greasing of cells terminals.
- Place in a storage room.
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100
90
AVAILABLE CAPACITY (%C1Ah)
80
CHARGE RETENTION
Aircraft Ni-Cd battery
70
Temp. (5°C) Disch. (0%C1Ah)

60
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
REST TIME (days)
Short term storage

Figure 15001/TASK 24-31-20-991-021
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SUBTASK 24-38-52-610-002
C. Long term storage
(1) Operations
- Discharge to 1 V/cell.
- Light greasing of cells terminals.
- Place in a storage room.
(2) Conditions
The battery should be stored filled and discharged.
The storage life is 10 years, if using the following conditions :
- Sealed packaging.
- Temperature: + 20 °C ± 15 °C (68 °F ± 27 °F).
- Humidity: < 70 %.
- Normal vertical position.
- Isolated from detrimental agents : Le. dirt, dust, clampness, vibration, corrosive atmo-
sphere.
NOTE : Lead batteries must be stored in a different room.
CAUTION : Saft Ni-Cd batteries may be stored in temperatures ranging from - 60 °C (- 67 °F)
to + 60 °C (+ 140 °F) for short periods of time without harming the battery.
The standard cardboard packaging is considered unsealed and allows 2 years
of storage under the above conditions.
No maintenance operation needs to be performed during the storage period.
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TASK 24-38-52-600-804
3. Servicing after storage
Storage time Servicing procedure

Charge the battery (Do one of the procedures given in "TESTING
Less than 3 months
AND FAULT ISOLATION" chapter) for a fully discharged battery.
3 months to 1 year Do the Periodical check (refer to "CHECK" chapter).
More 1 year Do the Regular check (refer to "CHECK" chapter).
TASK 24-38-52-500-801
4. Transportation
The battery must be discharged before packing.
The battery should then be packed vertically in its original container. If the original container is not
available, the international and/or local packaging regulations applicable to the mode of transport
and destination must be followed.
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SERVICE BULLETIN LIST

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LIST OF EFFECTIVE 1 Jun 10/2003 SCHEMATIC AND 2001 Jun 10/2003

TABLE OF CON- 1 Jun 10/2003 DISASSEMBLY 3001 Jun 10/2003

LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES

ASSEMBLY 7001 Jun 10/2003 STORAGE (INCLU- 15001 Jun 10/2003

FITS AND CLEA- 8001 Jun 10/2003

SPECIAL TOOLS, 9001 Jun 10/2003

ILLUSTRATED 10001 Jun 10/2003

INTRODUCTION 10003 Jun 10/2003

VENDOR CODE 10009 Jun 10/2003

ALPHA NUMERICAL 10011 Jun 10/2003

DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 1

TESTING AND FAULT ISOLATION 1001

SCHEMATIC AND WIRING DIAGRAMS 2001

FITS AND CLEARANCES 8001

SPECIAL TOOLS, FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT 9001

ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 10001

SPECIAL PROCEDURES NOT APPLICABLE

REMOVAL NOT APPLICABLE

INSTALLATION NOT APPLICABLE

SERVICING NOT APPLICABLE

STORAGE (INCLUDING TRANSPORTATION) 15001

REWORK (service bulletin instructions) NOT APPLICABLE

Figure 2 - Identification plate 4

Figure 3 - Amendment plate 4

Figure 4 - Overall dimensions 5

Figure 1001 - Preliminary Functional Tests 1003

Figure 1002 - Insulation Check 1004

Figure 1003 - Insulation Parameters 1005

Figure 1004 - Cell connections 1008

Figure 2001 - Schematic sensor 2001

Figure 5001 - Periodical check 5003

Figure 5003 - Regular check 5007

Figure 5004 - General overhaul 5011

Figure 7001 - Liner spacer kit installation 7003

Figure 9001 - Polyamide key for vent valve (T01) 9002

Figure 9002 - Syringe with nozzle (T02) 9002

Figure 9003 - Equalizing resistor (T03) 9003

Figure 9004 - Cell extraction tool (T04) 9004

Figure 1 - 1658-6 BATTERY 10001-0

Figure 15001 - Short term storage 15003

B. This manual describes maintenance on components in a workshop. It does not describe

E. This manual contains:

- Technical data for components.

F. We make sure of DISASSEMBLY, TESTING AND FAULT ISOLATION, and ASSEMBLY

2. How to Use this Manual

Quantities are given in I.S. Units followed by U.S. Units in parentheses.