JET Emergency Power Supply: Installation and Operation Manual

JET® Emergency Power Supply
Model: PS-834A & B

Part number: 501-1682-01 & -02
Installation and Operation Manual
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L-3 Communications Avionics Systems
5353 52nd Street, S.E. TP-447 (Revision B)
Grand Rapids, MI 49512-9704, USA May 8, 2006
www.as.l-3com.com
Foreword
This manual provides information intended for use by persons who, in accordance with current regulatory
requirements, are qualified to install this equipment. Installation requirements may vary, depending on the
particularities of each aircraft, and this manual is intended as a guideline for that purpose. If further
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List of Effective Pages
Original manual release dates and revisions are:
Reissued ............................................................................................................................... October 1, 1994

Revision A .......................................................................................................................December 29, 2003
Revision B...................................................................................................................................May 8, 2006
The sections of this manual and their page numbers are identified as follows:
Section Page No.

Frontmatter Cover, A, i-vi
Description 1-6
Installation 101-104
Operation 201-204
Test and Fault Isolation 301-306
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Revision Highlights
Revision B
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Operation Date
Title Page Date
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Foreword Date 204 ..................................................May 6, 2006
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Test and Fault Isolation Date
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List of Illustrations Date
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List of Abbreviations Date
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Description Date
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Table of Contents
Section Page
Title Page ............................................................................................................................................. Cover

Foreword..................................................................................................................................................... A
List of Effective Pages.................................................................................................................................. i
Table of Contents .......................................................................................................................................iii
List of Illustrations...................................................................................................................................... v
List of Abbreviations ................................................................................................................................. vi
Description
1. General .................................................................................................................................................. 1
2. Purpose of Equipment ........................................................................................................................... 1
3. Physical Description ............................................................................................................................. 1
4. Functional Description .......................................................................................................................... 2
5. Additional Features ............................................................................................................................... 3
6. Continued Airworthiness (Maintenance) .............................................................................................. 3
7. Specifications ........................................................................................................................................ 4
8. Environmental Qualifications ............................................................................................................... 5
Installation
1. General .............................................................................................................................................. 101

2. Handling, Transport and Storage Considerations ............................................................................. 101
3. Pre-Installation Inspection and Testing............................................................................................. 101
4. Emergency Power Supply Location.................................................................................................. 102
5. Installation......................................................................................................................................... 102
6. Post Installation................................................................................................................................. 102
Operation
1. General .............................................................................................................................................. 201

2. Aircraft Cockpit Controls.................................................................................................................. 201
3. Monitor Circuits................................................................................................................................ 201
A. Current Limiting........................................................................................................................ 201
B. Over Temperature...................................................................................................................... 201
C. Heater Failure............................................................................................................................ 201
D. No Load Detection .................................................................................................................... 201
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Operation (continued)
4. Operational Modes ............................................................................................................................ 202

A. Boost Mode ............................................................................................................................... 202
1) Capacity............................................................................................................................. 202
B. Test Mode.................................................................................................................................. 202
1) Warning Light ................................................................................................................... 202
C. Charge Mode ............................................................................................................................. 203
1) Battery Outgassing ............................................................................................................ 203
5. Battery Heating ................................................................................................................................. 203
A. Heater Performance................................................................................................................... 203
Test and Fault Isolation
1. General .............................................................................................................................................. 301

2. Battery Inspection ............................................................................................................................. 301
A. Battery Outgassing (venting) .................................................................................................... 301
3. Recharging Procedures...................................................................................................................... 301
4. Capacity Testing ............................................................................................................................... 303
5. Battery Storage Instructions.............................................................................................................. 305
A. Battery Storage.......................................................................................................................... 305
B. Charging .................................................................................................................................... 305
C. Periodic Check .......................................................................................................................... 305
D. Capacity Testing........................................................................................................................ 305
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List of Illustrations
Figure Title Page
Figure 1: Typical PS-834 .......................................................................................................................... 1

Figure 2: Simplified Block Diagram......................................................................................................... 2
Figure 3: Environmental Qualification for PS-834................................................................................... 5
Figure 101: PS-834 Installation Data and Pin Layout .............................................................................. 103
Figure 102: Typical Interconnection Drawing.......................................................................................... 104
Figure 301: Locally Manufactured Test Set-Up ....................................................................................... 303
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List of Abbreviations
The following is a compilation of abbreviations and symbols used in this manual. Every effort has
been made to insure that this list is complete. Wire color symbols are not listed, as they are universal
throughout the industry.
Symbol / Abbr. Definition

Ω Ohms
A Amps (AC or DC)
AC or ac Alternating Current
°C Degrees centigrade
DC or dc Direct Current
Hz Hertz
KΩ Kilohms
Lbs. Pound(s)
mA Milliamps (AC or DC)
MΩ Megohms
ms Milliseconds
mV Millivolts
P Plug (Male pin or Female socket)
R Resistor
S Switch
V Volt (AC or DC)
W Watts
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Description
1. General
This manual contains information to install and operate the PS-834 Emergency Power Supply, see
Figure 1. The PS-834 is manufactured by Avionics Systems, Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA.
Figure 1: Typical PS-834
2. Purpose of Equipment
The PS-834 is used to supply back up power for JET® electro-mechanical standby indicators, solid
state indicators like the GH-3000 Electronic Standby Instrument System, and other applications
requiring a stable source of emergency DC power.
3. Physical Description
The PS-834 consists of aluminum base-plate supporting a circuit card assembly mounted on
standoffs and a plastic enclosure containing three lead-acid cells individually wrapped in a heater
blanket. The assembly is covered with a drawn aluminum can attached to the base-plate with
stainless steel screws.
A single connector is attached to the front panel of the unit. A momentary contact self-test switch
and a green LED are located above the connector for testing purposes.
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4. Functional Description
During normal operation, the aircraft 28Vdc-system supplies power to the battery pack and, through
an internal diode, any load attached to the power supply (such as an indicator). In the event that
aircraft power fails, batteries in the PS-834 take over, supplying DC power to the indicator without
interruption. The PS-834 operates with input power between 20Vdc to 30.3Vdc and will not be
damaged by input power from 0-32Vdc.
Refer to the simplified block diagram of Figure 2. Under normal operation, 28Vdc from the essential
bus is applied through connector J1 to charge, and maintain the charge, of the internal battery, and to
power the battery heater blankets.
Battery power is supplied by rechargeable, sealed lead-acid cells. The built-in charging system
automatically charges the cells to peak levels whenever 28Vdc is applied to the PS-834. A step-down
converter charges the battery cells, and provides power to the unit's monitor circuits. A single DPDT
switch provides On/Off control and Remote Test functions.
Figure 2: Simplified Block Diagram
The PS-834 provides two levels of output voltage as follows:
• 24Vdc for indicator gyro operation.

• 5.0Vdc for indicator lighting.
A step-up converter boosts the battery voltage to 24Vdc through a transformer and rectifier/ filter, to
power the load and provide 5Vdc for standby attitude indicator lighting when the 28Vdc essential bus
fails. The Test and Warning light outputs are actually grounds applied to the cockpit mounted Test
and Warning lamp outputs controlled by the PS-834 monitor and test circuitry.
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5. Additional Features
Along with the basic operation the PS-834 includes the following features:
• Automatic operation upon 28 Vdc Essential Bus failure

• Automatic battery heaters with redundant control
• Automatic shutdown at end of discharge to extend battery service life
• Temperature compensated battery charger
• Use low maintenance lead acid batteries
• Several built-in test features:
¾ Built-In-Test (B.I.T) to assure adequate battery capacity (TEST lamp)
¾ B.I.T can be performed remotely from the cockpit or at the unit
¾ Temperature compensated battery capacity test (B.I.T)
¾ Boost operation verified during B.I.T (TEST lamp)
¾ Capacity test performed under load (B.I.T)
¾ Internal load removed automatically after 5-second capacity test (B.I.T)
• Multimode Warning lamp:
¾ Battery over temp warning caused by heater control failure (WARNING lamp)
¾ Warning of no heater operation below 24°C (WARNING lamp)
• Temperature compensated battery charger:
¾ 1 hour recharge to 50% capacity using internal charger
¾ Can be left in charge mode indefinitely
• Multiple output voltages:
¾ Variable and fixed 5-Volt dc lighting output
¾ 24/28 volt output (short circuit protected)
6. Continued Airworthiness (Maintenance)
The PS-834 requires a periodic 3-6 month check and annual battery capacity test. A scheduled
overhaul is not required. A need for maintenance is indicated when unit fails to operate using
applicable inputs as described in this manual.
This unit will be maintained on a “Condition Monitored’ basis. Functional monitoring is based upon
the following:
• Observation of self-test failure notification (applicable only when unit has self-test capability).
• Visual observation by the user.
This unit has unlimited service life, where service life is defined as that point in time when repair is
no longer economical.
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7. Specifications
Weight: PS-834A [4.4 pounds (2.002 Kg)] // PS-834B [5.8 pounds (2.633 Kg)]
Dimensions: Length: 9.300 inches max. (23.622cm)
Width: 4.680 inches max. (11.887cm)
Height: 4.170 inches max. (10.592cm)
J1 Connector: MS3102E20-27P mates with MS3106F20-27S or equivalent.
Input Voltage / Current: Input Voltage: 28Vdc / 6.0A max. (From aircraft essential bus)
Output Voltage: Output Voltage: 27.5Vdc (Normal bus operation)
Battery Output Voltage: Output Voltage: 24Vdc (Failed bus)
Output Voltage: 5Vdc (Fixed)
Output Voltage: 5Vdc (Variable)
Heater Current: With 28Vdc applied the current is 2.9±0.2A.
Capacity: PS-834A will power a JET 2-inch indicator for a minimum of 45 minutes.
PS-834B will power a solid state indicator (like GH-3000) for a minimum of 1.5
hours.
Recharge Rate: 50% of full capacity within 1 hour at 25°C. (Battery state of charge
automatically maintained at full charge during normal flight conditions.)
Output Short Circuit: Fully protected, automatically reset when short is removed. Short circuit current
is less then 0.5A on the 24/28Vdc output. (There is no protection on the 5Vdc
output.)
Environmental PS-834 meets the requirements of DO-160C categories: [A2F2]-
Qualification: BBCXXXXXXABABAUAKXX. The PS-834 also meets the multiple burst and
multiple stroke requirements of AC 20-136, level 3, by modifying the Lightning
Induced Transient Susceptibility test of DO-160C, Section 22, Category K. See
Figure 3: Environmental Qualification for PS-834.
Service Life: Unrestricted service life.
Maintenance: Periodic maintenance is required. Refer to the Testing and Fault Isolation
section.
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8. Environmental Qualifications
PS-834 shall tolerate and be capable of operation in the ambient and induced conditions that follow
during storage, shipment, installation, and operation.
Nomenclature: Emergency Power Supply

Type/Model/Part No: PS-834A & B // 501-1682-01 & -02
TSO Number: N/A
Manufacturer’s specification and/or other 513-4205 Rev-B
applicable specification: 508-2065 Rev-M
Manufacturer: L-3 Communications Avionics Systems
Address: 5353 52nd Street S.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49512-9704, USA
Revision & Change Number of DO-160: C
Conditions Section Description of Tests Conducted

Temperature and Altitude 4.0 Equipment tested to Category A2 and F2.
Low Temperature 4.5.1 Equipment tested to Category A2 and F2.
High Temperature 4.5.2 & 4.5.3 Equipment tested to Category A2 and F2.
In-Flight Loss of Cooling 4.5.4 Equipment Not Tested, External Cooling Not Required
Altitude 4.6.1 Tested Operating Altitude of 15,000'
Decompression 4.6.2 Tested to 8,000 ft
Pressure 4.6.3 Equipment tested to -15,000 ft to 55,000 ft
Temperature Variation 5.0 Equipment tested to -55°C to +71°C
Humidity 6.0 Equipment tested in excess of 95% (non-condensing).
Operational Shocks, and Crash Safety 7.0 Equipment tested to 15G's in six positions.
Vibration 8.0 Equipment tested to Category Curve C.
Explosion Proofness 9.0 Equipment identified as Category X, no test performed.
Waterproofness 10.0 Equipment identified as Category X, no test performed.
Fluids Susceptibility 11.0 Equipment identified as Category X, no test performed.
Sand and Dust 12.0 Equipment identified as Category X, no test performed.
Fungus Resistance 13.0 Equipment identified as Category X, no test performed.
Salt Spray 14.0 Equipment identified as Category X, no test performed.
Magnetic Effect 15.0 Equipment tested to Category A.
Power Input 16.0 Equipment tested to Category B.
Voltage Spike 17.0 Equipment tested to Category A.
Audio Frequency Conducted Susceptibility 18.0 Equipment tested to Category B.
Induced Signal Susceptibility 19.0 Equipment tested to Category A.
Radio Frequency Susceptibility 20.0 Equipment tested to Category U.
Emission of Radio Frequency Energy 21.0 Equipment tested to Category A.
Lightning Induced Transient Susceptibility 22.0 Equipment tested to Category K. also meets the multiple burst
and multiple stroke requirements of AC 20-136, level 3
Lightning Direct Effects 23.0 Equipment identified as Category X, no test performed.
Icing 24.0 Equipment identified as Category X, no test performed.
Figure 3: Environmental Qualification for PS-834
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Installation
1. General
This section of the manual contains information for proper handling, transport, storage, installation,
and post-installation checks for the PS-834 Emergency Power Supply.
NOTE: These installation instructions are typical and not meant to apply to any particular
aircraft. They are meant as a guide and recommendation by Avionics Systems for the
proper installation of its equipment. Refer to the aircraft manufacturers data as a
primary source for installation information on this class of equipment when the PS-834
is not part of the original equipment furnished by the aircraft manufacturer.
2. Handling, Transport and Storage Considerations
A. Handling of these products should conform to standard practices used for all avionics equipment.
Carefully unpack the equipment and make a complete visual inspection of each unit for damage.
Promptly file any claims for damage with the Transportation Company involved. If claims for
damage are filed, save the original packing cartons and material. If no defects are found, replace
packing materials in shipping container and save for future storage or reshipment.
B. Transport of all equipment should be done in accordance with standard procedures, i. e. hand
carried or transported in the original container.
C. Battery Storage
Storage of avionics equipment must be consistent with industry standards for avionics
equipment. In addition the PS-834 is designed to use lead acid batteries that require special
handling. Batteries should not be left in a discharged state under any circumstances. Temperature
affects the power supply as follows:
• Low storage temperatures on charged cells lessen the rate of self-discharge, thus increasing
shelf life. The PS-834 with properly charged cells can withstand a low temperature of -55°C.
• High storage temperatures, in access of +85°C accelerates self-discharge of the cells and is
not recommended.
3. Pre-Installation Inspection and Testing
A. Prior to installation of the emergency power supply, inspect for possible damage to cover or
connector.
B. Prior to installation charge the power supply using the Recharging Procedures located in the
Testing and Fault Isolation section of this manual.
C. Bench testing to test specification was accomplished at the factory prior to shipment, however,
prior to installation, it is recommended that the performance standards be verified.
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4. Emergency Power Supply Location
The following steps are general requirements for locating the PS-834 Emergency Power Supply in an
aircraft.
A. Locate the power supply in the general area of the aircraft emergency DC bus. If the power
supply is a component of a system entirely independent of the usual aircraft emergency bus,
consider the relative distance to associated equipment to keep interconnecting cables at a
minimum length.
NOTE: The PS-834 may be mounted in any orientation. The only requirement is that the
self-test switch, LED, and 5Vdc adjustment control are accessible and the
connector can be disconnected or reconnected without hindrance.
B. Compare space requirements of the supply with the installation area being considered.
C. The power supply should be accessible for inspection, maintenance or removal, and free from
excessive vibration and heat.
D. Interconnecting cables should not run near heaters or engine exhausts.
E. The locally manufactured mating connector [P1] should have 16 AWG wires for Pins [A & B]
and 22 AWG for all other Pins.
5. Installation
• Refer to the interconnection drawing and Installation drawing as required.

• Place the unit in the prepared area.
• Secure the unit with appropriate mounting hardware. The holes in the base plate are sized for #10
screws.
• Attach electrical connections.
• Apply power.
• Perform a self-test by depressing the TEST switch for between 5 and 10 seconds.
Normal Indication: The TEST light will stay on throughout the test.
The PS-834 will be operable within the operational parameters set forth in this manual.
6. Post Installation
Perform Periodic Testing or Capacity Testing as required to test performance of emergency power
supply. Refer to the Testing and Fault Isolation for instructions for both tests.
Cell venting may occur due to overcharging of storage cells. A rotten egg odor is a good indication
that overcharging has taken place. Place the emergency power supply breaker switch in the open (off)
position if this odor is detected. Refer to the Test and Fault Isolation section for further instructions on
cell venting.
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Figure 101: PS-834 Installation Data and Pin Layout
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Figure 102: Typical Interconnection Drawing
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Operation
1. General
This section of the manual presents the operational capabilities of the PS-834 Emergency Power
Supply.
2. Aircraft Cockpit Controls
The PS-834 is controlled and monitored from the cockpit using the following:
• On/Off Control switch that controls the +24/28Vdc Output.

• Remote Test Input switch that checks the operation of the unit and battery capacity.
• Remote Test Lamp that illuminates when the Test Input switch is activated and the operation
and battery capacity are working properly.
• Remote Warning Lamp that illuminates when battery temperatures are too high or low or no
heater current is detected.
3. Monitor Circuits
A. Current Limiting
The output to the +24/28Vdc Output pins [J1-C and J1-D] is cut off if the current from the
essential bus is too high.
B. Over Temperature
The Remote Warning Lamp illuminates and power is removed from the heater circuit if the
battery temperature reaches 50±3°C or higher.
C. Heater Failure
The Remote Warning Lamp illuminates if the battery temperature falls below 24°C and heater
current is not detected.
D. No Load Detection
The Remote Warning Lamp illuminates if the 24/28Vdc output (J1-C or J1-D) is not loaded for
the first 5 seconds of the capacity test.
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4. Operational Modes
A. Boost Mode
The function of the Boost Mode is to maintain a constant 24Vdc output from the power supply
[Pin J1-C]. The unit monitors the aircraft essential bus (+28Vdc) and when the voltage falls
below +24Vdc the boost circuit activates stepping up the output voltage while continuing to
supply power to the battery and heaters. Power to the battery and heaters stops when the
essential bus voltage drops below 20Vdc. The Boost Mode begins to use battery power after the
aircraft essential bus becomes to low or is completely lost.
The Boost Mode deactivates when:

• Essential bus voltage rises above 24Vdc.
• Battery voltage drops below normal operating levels.
• Cockpit On/Off Control if switched to OFF.
1) Capacity
The battery for the PS-834A will power a standard 2-Inch Indicator for a minimum of 45
minutes. The battery for the PS-834B will power a standard GH-3000 Solid State Indicator
for a minimum of 1.5 hours.
B. Test Mode
The Test Mode is used to check the operation of the unit and battery capacity. Activate the Test
Mode either by the switch located on the unit or the remote cockpit switch. The unit operation
and battery capacity is considered operational if the light on the unit or in the cockpit
illuminates. Power is removed from the 24Vdc output when the Test switch is active.
If the Test Light doesn't illuminate then one or more of the following may be true:
• The batteries are less than 50% charge.
• The Test light is burned out.
• The unit (PS-834) is defective.
1) Warning Light
The Warning light illuminates if the battery temperature reaches 50°C or higher, when
battery temperature is less then 24°C, 24/28Vdc output is not loaded for the first 5 seconds,
or the no heater current is detected.
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C. Charge Mode
During Charge mode an internal step-down converter converts the 28Vdc input voltage to the 6
volts required by the battery pack. The level of charge on the battery regulates the width of the
charging pulse thereby controlling the length of time the charging voltage is actually applied to
the cells. As the cells approach full charge, the pulse widths of the charging voltage are reduced
to maintain the battery charge at peak levels.
Full capacity is reached in 2.5 hours for the PS-834A and 5 hours for the PS-834B.
The Charge Mode deactivates when:

• Input power to the step-down converter is removed
• The unit is in Test mode.
When the battery pack reaches full capacity the Charge mode begin to float charge. The float
charge will maintain the full capacity of the battery pack.
1) Battery Outgassing
All lead acid batteries produce gasses during charge. The amount and type of gas produced
depends on state of charge, rate of charge, chemical composition of the electrolyte, and
general condition of the battery. Normally, gasses produced are recombined within the
cells to form oxides and water. Venting occurs when excessive charge rates are placed on
the battery or as a result of a defective cell(s) which subjects the remaining good cells to
excessive charge rates. Venting may also result from battery abuse or neglect.
Battery locations are recommended in areas of continuous air exchange. The odor when
noticed indicates a potential battery problem. Removal of power to the battery will stop
further gas production.
5. Battery Heating
The battery pack is a removable module containing three lead-acid cells. Each cell contains its own
automatically controlled, heater blanket. Temperature transducers attached to the bottom of each cell
controls the heater blanket to maintain a cell temperature of about 30°C. The cell heaters (25W each)
operate under the following conditions:
• 28Vdc input power must be present.

• The temperature of the cells are less than 24°C, but no higher then 30°C.
A. Heater Performance
The heater for the PS-834A is capable of warming a -55°C battery pack to at least 24°C in 15
minutes.
The heater for the PS-834B is capable of warming a -55°C battery pack to at least -20°C in 15
minutes and 24°C in 1 hour.
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Testing and Fault Isolation
1. General
This section of the manual contains inspection, charging, and testing information for on-aircraft
applications for the PS-834 Emergency Power Supply.
2. Battery Inspection
A. Battery Outgassing (venting)
CAUTION: SOME OF THE TYPES OF GASSES THAT MAY VENT FROM A CELL ARE TOXIC AND
SHOULD NOT BE CONTAINED IN A CLOSED, NON-VENTED AREA.
All lead acid batteries produce gasses during charge. The amount and type of gas produced
depends on state of charge, rate of charge, chemical composition of the electrolyte, and general
condition of the battery. Normally, gasses produced are recombined within the cells to form
oxides and water. Venting occurs when excessive charge rates are placed on the battery or as a
result of a defective cell(s) which subjects the remaining good cells to excessive charge rates.
Venting may also result from battery abuse or neglect.
Battery locations are recommended in areas of continuous air exchange. The odor when noticed
indicates a potential battery problem. Removal of power to the battery will stop further gas
production.
If the odor of rotten eggs becomes apparent, it is advisable to pull the aircraft emergency
power supply circuit breaker. The rotten egg odor is evident when lead acid cells vent due to
prolonged high rate overcharging. Although the possibility of toxic levels is extremely remote,
the precaution of pulling the circuit breaker will prevent increased discomfort from the odor.
Venting is an indication of that the Power Supply is not controlling the charging process. If
venting occurs the factory recommends that the Power Supply be removed from the
aircraft, tested according to the procedures listed in the Component Maintenance Manual
and to replace the defective pack.
3. Charging Procedures
A. Apply 28.0 ± 0.5 Vdc input power to J1-A with respect to J1-E or J1-F (ground).
B. After 1 hour the battery will be recharged to 50% capacity. Full capacity is reached after 2.5
hours for the PS-834A and 5 hours for the PS-834B.
C. When the battery pack reaches full capacity the Charge mode begin to float charge. The float
charge will maintain the full capacity of the battery pack.
NOTE: The PS-834 may operate in the float charge indefinitely without damage to the
power supply or the battery packs being charged.
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D. Preflight Battery Check
A preflight battery check is recommended for aircraft with a Cockpit Remote Test Switch.
Aircraft that do not have the remote switch are required to do a periodic 3-6 Month Check.
CAUTION: DO NOT LEAVE THE EMERGENCY POWER SUPPLY SWITCH IN THE ON/ARMED POSITION
AFTER AIRCRAFT SHUTDOWN. BATTERY DISCHARGE WILL CAUSE IRREVERSIBLE
DAMAGE TO CELLS.
1) With no power applied [i.e. Pin J1-A or J1-B] to the unit, place Cockpit Remote Test
Switch in the TEST position for 5 seconds.
• If the TEST light illuminates for the full 5 seconds, then the power supply battery
capacity is greater than 50% charge.
• If the TEST light does not illuminate for the full 5 seconds or does not illuminate at all,
then the power supply battery capacity is lower than 50% charge then one or more of
the following may be true:
• The batteries are less than 50% charge and require recharging.
• The unit (PS-834) is damaged.
E. Periodic 3-6 Month Check
A periodic 3-6 month battery check is required of all aircraft using a PS-834 Emergency Power
Supply.
CAUTION: DO NOT LEAVE THE EMERGENCY POWER SUPPLY SWITCH IN THE ON/ARMED POSITION
AFTER AIRCRAFT SHUTDOWN. BATTERY DISCHARGE WILL CAUSE IRREVERSIBLE
DAMAGE TO CELLS.
1) With no power applied [i.e. Pin J1-A or J1-B] to the unit, place Cockpit Remote Test
Switch or the Test Switch located above J1 connector on the unit, in the TEST position for
5 seconds.
• If the TEST light illuminates for the full 5 seconds, then the power supply battery
capacity is greater than 50% charge.
• If the TEST light does not illuminate for the full 5 seconds or does not illuminate at all,
then the power supply battery capacity is lower than 50% charge then one or more of
the following may be true:
• The unit (PS-834) is damaged.
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4. Capacity Testing
Battery Capacity Testing is Required Annually of all aircraft using a PS-834 Emergency Power
Supply and performed as follows:
A. Required Test Set-Up Equipment
The following equipment is required for testing and recharging procedures.
Test Equipment Manufacturer or Specifications

Power Supply Variable 0-32.0 Vdc @ 6.0 Amps continuous output.
Load Resistors 100.0S ± 2.0 %, 10.0 W (28.0 V Load) 13.0Ω ± 2.0%, 5.0 W (5.0 V Load)
DVM John Fluke, Inc. Vendor code: 89536, Model: 8050A or equivalent
NOTE: Use 16 AWG wires for Pins [A & B] and 22 AWG for all other Pins when setting
up locally manufactured Test Set-Up.
Figure 301: Locally Manufactured Test Set-Up
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B. Connect a fully charged PS-834 to the test set up as show in Figure 301. Select the correct
loading resistors as shown in the figure and below.
• The PS-834A uses a Resistor [R1] value of 100Ω, 10 Watts and a Resistor [R2] value of
13Ω, 2 Watts.
NOTE: The 13.0Ω resistor can consist of two 5-watt resistors whose series ohm
value is equal to 13.0Ω.
• The PS-834B uses a Resistor [R1] value of 28.6Ω, 50 Watts and a Resistor [R2] value of
46Ω, 1 Watt.
NOTE: Make sure that switches [S1 - S4] are in the positions shown in Figure 301 and
DC power supply is OFF.
C. Apply a load to the unit by closing Switch [S3] and [S4] in the 5Vdc fixed position (J1-H).
D. Apply 24Vdc battery power to the load resistors by closing Switch [S1].
E. Monitor (and time) the 24Vdc output at J1-C until the voltage drops below 23.0 Vdc.
Normal Indication:
• The output for the PS-834A shall be 24.0 ± 1.0 Vdc for a minimum of 45 minutes.
• The output for the PS-834B shall be 24.0 ± 1.0 Vdc for a minimum of 90 minutes.
• The output for the fixed 5Vdc (J1-H) shall be 5.0 ± 0.3 Vdc.
F. Remove 24Vdc battery power by opening Switch [S1]. Reset Switches [S3 & S4] by opening.
G. Recharge the unit using Recharging Procedures in this manual.
H. With no power applied [i.e. Pin J1-A or J1-B] to the unit, place Cockpit Remote Test Switch or
the Test Switch located above J1 connector on the unit, in the TEST position for 5 seconds.
• If the TEST light illuminates for the full 5 seconds, then the power supply battery capacity
is greater than 50% charge and the unit may be returned to service or storage.
• If the TEST light does not illuminate for the full 5 seconds or does not illuminate at all, then
the power supply battery capacity is lower than 50% charge then one or more of the
following may be true:
• The unit (PS-834) is defective.
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5. Battery Storage Instructions
Use the following procedures for batteries that are placed in storage.
A. Battery Storage
Batteries should not be left in a discharged state under any circumstances. Temperature affects
the power supply as follows:
• Low storage temperatures on charged cells lessen the rate of self-discharge, thus increasing
shelf life. The PS-834 with properly charged cells can withstand a low temperature of -55°C.
• High storage temperatures, in access of +85°C accelerates self-discharge of the cells and is
not recommended.
B. Charging
The PS-834 should be connected to a 28Vdc power supply to maintain full capacity.
C. Periodic Check
A periodic check using the Test Switch located above J1 connector on the unit should be
conducted on the unit every 3 to 6 months while in storage.
D. Capacity Testing
A Capacity Test using is required annually while in storage. See the Capacity Testing
procedures above.
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Model: PS-834A & B

Installation and Operation Manual

L-3 Communications Avionics Systems

L-3 Communications Avionics Systems

© Copyright 2003, 2006

List of Effective Pages

Original manual release dates and revisions are:

Reissued ............................................................................................................................... October 1, 1994

Section Page No.

List of Illustrations Date

List of Abbreviations Date

101 ..................................................May 6, 2006

Title Page ............................................................................................................................................. Cover

1. General .............................................................................................................................................. 101

1. General .............................................................................................................................................. 201

4. Operational Modes ............................................................................................................................ 202

Test and Fault Isolation

1. General .............................................................................................................................................. 301

Figure Title Page

Figure 1: Typical PS-834 .......................................................................................................................... 1

Symbol / Abbr. Definition

Figure 1: Typical PS-834

Figure 2: Simplified Block Diagram

The PS-834 provides two levels of output voltage as follows:

• 24Vdc for indicator gyro operation.

• Automatic operation upon 28 Vdc Essential Bus failure

6. Continued Airworthiness (Maintenance)

Nomenclature: Emergency Power Supply

Conditions Section Description of Tests Conducted

Figure 3: Environmental Qualification for PS-834

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2. Handling, Transport and Storage Considerations

3. Pre-Installation Inspection and Testing

4. Emergency Power Supply Location

D. Interconnecting cables should not run near heaters or engine exhausts.

• Refer to the interconnection drawing and Installation drawing as required.

Figure 101: PS-834 Installation Data and Pin Layout

Figure 102: Typical Interconnection Drawing

2. Aircraft Cockpit Controls

• On/Off Control switch that controls the +24/28Vdc Output.

The Boost Mode deactivates when:

The Charge Mode deactivates when:

• 28Vdc input power must be present.

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Testing and Fault Isolation

A. Battery Outgassing (venting)

D. Preflight Battery Check

E. Periodic 3-6 Month Check

A. Required Test Set-Up Equipment

The following equipment is required for testing and recharging procedures.

Test Equipment Manufacturer or Specifications

Figure 301: Locally Manufactured Test Set-Up

G. Recharge the unit using Recharging Procedures in this manual.

5. Battery Storage Instructions

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