A319/ A320/ A321 Technical Training Manual

A319/ A320/ A321
TECHNICAL TRAINING MANUAL
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HYDRAULIC POWER
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A319/A320/A321 (V2500) MINOR SCHEDULED LINE MAINTENANCE COURSE
HYDRAULIC POWER – TABLE OF CONTENTS

Hydraulic System Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Hydraulic Power System Presentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Hydraulic System Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
MEL/ Deactivation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Maintenance Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Circuit Identification and Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Leak Measurement System Presentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Hydraulic System Reservoir Pressurizing System D/O . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Hydraulic Reservoir Filling Presentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Seal Drain System Presentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Reservoir Depressurization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Reservoir Filling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Hydraulic Leakage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM USERS

GREEN, BLUE, YELLOW USERS
The three independent hydraulic systems respectively supply the users

indicated on the diagram. Between these systems, the users are shared
in order to ensure the aircraft control, even if only one hydraulic system
is inoperative. On the blue hydraulic system, the Constant Speed
Motor/Generator (CSM/G) is used to provide aircraft electrical power in
case of emergency.
PRIORITY VALVES
In the event of low hydraulic pressure, the priority valves maintain the
operation of essential systems by cutting off hydraulic power to heavy
load users.
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GREEN, BLUE, YELLOW USERS & PRIORITY VALVES

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SYSTEM OVERVIEW
On the green system the normal source of pressure is the Engine It can be deployed automatically or manually depending on the failure
Driven Pump (EDP) and as auxiliary source the Power Transfer Unit conditions.
(PTU). The RAT is locked when extended.
On the blue system the normal source of pressure is the electrical pump An index lock mechanism will only permit RAT stowage if the blades are
(E-Pump) and as auxiliary source the Ram Air Turbine (RAT). properly aligned.
It also prevents rotation when stowed. The index lock will release at
NOTE: The blue electric pump can be used as an auxiliary power approximately 5 degrees from the full extension position.
source for maintenance purposes on ground. Extension is by spring force. Retraction (stowage) is by blue hydraulic
pressure.
On the yellow system the normal source of pressure is the Engine Up lock release is by solenoid operation.
Driven Pump (EDP) and as auxiliary sources the Power Transfer Unit Down lock release is by hydraulic pressure.
(PTU) and the electric pump (E- Pump).
NOTE: The yellow system also has a hand pump dedicated to cargo
door operation.
PTU
The Power Transfer Unit (PTU) is an auxiliary pressure supply for either
the green or yellow systems without transfer of fluid between the two
systems.
It operates automatically if there is a delta pressure of 500psi between
the green / yellow or yellow / green hydraulic systems.
The side operating as a pump will take fluid from its associated
reservoir and provide an output through the PTU manifold to the HP
manifold.
The motor side is supplied from the HP manifold through the PTU
manifold, and is connected to the return system.
Each section of the PTU has a case drain connection to the return
system.
RAT
The Ram Air Turbine (RAT) is an auxiliary pressure supply for the blue
system, and for the emergency electrical power CSM / G.
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SYSTEM OVERVIEW - PTU & RAT

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HYDRAULIC POWER SYSTEM PRESENTATION

PANEL LOCATION
On the ENG FIRE panel (20VU), the fire shut-off valve pushbuttons
ENG 1 (2) released out will close the fire shut-off valves.
The EDPs, electric pumps, PTU and the RAT are operated from the
HYD control panel and monitored on the HYD ECAM page.
The blue electric pump can also be operated on ground for
maintenance purpose by the BLUE PUMP OVRD push button on the
HYD maintenance panel.
The hydraulic leak measurement system is used for maintenance
purpose only.
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PANEL LOCATION
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HYDRAULIC POWER SYSTEM PRESENTATION

ECAM HYDRAULIC PAGE
The items displayed on the ECAM hydraulic page are:

- reservoirs,
- fire shut-off valves,
- pumps,
- RAT,
- PTU,
- pressure indications.
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ECAM HYDRAULIC PAGE

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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM WARNINGS

G+Y SYS LO PR Y ELEC PUMP OVHT
In case of dual pump failure on ground with engines running, the aural In case of yellow electric pump overheat the aural warning sounds, the
warning sounds, the MASTER WARNing and the ENG 1&2 PUMP MASTER CAUT comes on and the ELEC PUMP FAULT light is amber.
FAULT lights come on. The failure is shown red on the EWD associated The failure is shown amber on the EWD associated to indications on the
to indications on the ECAM HYDraulic page. ECAM HYDraulic page.
Y ELEC PUMP LO PR PTU FAULT
In case of reservoir LP the aural warning sounds, the MASTER CAUT In case of PTU fault the aural warning sounds and the MASTER CAUT
and the ELECT PUMP FAULT light come on. The failure is shown comes on. The failure is shown amber on the EWD associated to
amber on the EWD associated to indications on the ECAM HYDraulic indications on the ECAM HYDraulic page. The PTU is not running in case
page. There is Yellow system LP if pressure is lower than 1450 psi (100 of GREEN or YELLOW system LO PR, when at least one engine is
bar). Reset if pressure is greater than 1750 psi (120 bar) with: running.
- Y ELEC PUMP P/B at ON,
- Y ENG PUMP and PTU not available. RAT FAULT
B RSVR LO LVL In case of Ram Air Turbine (RAT) fault the aural warning sounds and the
MASTER CAUT and PTU FAULT lights come on. The failure is shown
In case of reservoir low level the aural warning sounds, the MASTER amber on the EWD associated to indications on the ECAM HYDraulic
CAUTion and the ELEC PUMP FAULT lights come on. The failure is page. A RAT fault occurs in case of:
shown amber on the EWD associated to indications on the ECAM - pressure present in the RAT stowing actuator,
HYDraulic page. - RAT pump LP.
G RSVR LO AIR PR G ENG 1 PUMP LO PR
In case of reservoir low air pressure the aural warning sounds, the In case of green engine1 pump LP fault the aural warning sounds, the
MASTER CAUT, the ENG 1 PUMP and the Power Transfer Unit (PTU) MASTER CAUT comes on and the ENG 1 PUMP light is amber. The
FAULT lights come on. The failure is shown amber on the EWD green hydraulic pressure decreases below a given differential pressure
associated to indications on the ECAM HYDraulic page. between the green and yellow systems. If the green/yellow differential
pressure exceeds 500 psi (35 bar), the PTU runs. Flight phases 1 and 10
Y RSVR OVHT are inhibited because the A/C is on the ground with no engines running.
The related engine shutdown also inhibits flight phases 2 and 9.
In case of reservoir overheat air pressure the aural warning sounds, the
MASTER CAUT comes on and the ENG PUMP, the ELEC PUMP and
the PTU FAULT lights are in amber. The failure is shown amber on the
EWD associated to indications on the ECAM HYDraulic page.
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SERVICING
RESERVOIR AIR PRESSURIZATION
All three reservoirs are pressurized to 50 psi to prevent pump

cavitations.
The non-return valves in each reservoir supply manifold, make sure
that the pressure will be maintained for up to 12 hours after engine
shutdown on ground, and for up to 3 hours following a failure of
the air supply in flight.
Each reservoir has a depressurization valve on its associated service
panel. For long time depressurization, a depressurization tool may be
installed on the depressurization valve.
A 77 psi pressure relief valve is installed onto the supply manifold at
each reservoir.
All tree reservoirs are pressurized from Engine 1 for normal supply
and the bleed air system for alternate supply at 43 psi.
The air pressurization manifold has a ground supply connection.
It is put into the blue hydraulic bay and regulates normal or ground
supply to 50 psi.
Cleanable filters have clogging indicators.
There are two water drains, one is automatic after engines and APU
shut down, and the other is manually operated.
After maintenance on the hydraulic system, the reservoir pressurization
can be done via a pneumatic ground cart connected to the reservoir
pressure unit, the APU, or the pneumatic system ground connection.
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SERVICING - RESERVOIR AIR PRESSURIZATION

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SERVICING
FLUID LEVEL CHECK
The following Aircraft Configuration is needed for a correct fluid level

check and servicing:
- the speed brakes and spoilers must be retracted,
- the thrust reversers stowed,
- the cargo doors closed,
- all system accumulators empty of fluid,
- the accumulators pre-charge pressure must be checked,
- the reservoirs pressurized with air,
- the landing gear must be in down position with the landing gear doors
closed (one door may be open),
- and the brake accumulator may be pressurized with fluid.
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SERVICING - FLUID LEVEL CHECK

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SERVICING
RESERVOIR FILLING
Switch on the yellow electric pump to make sure that the brake
accumulator is pressurized, then switch the pump off.
Connect the selected servicing source to the green servicing panel.
When the panel hand pump is used, connect the hose to the hand
pump and insert it into the fluid container, and then install the pump
handle.
The handle is stowed at the yellow servicing panel.
When the external pump is used, connect the lower filling port and set
the minimum flow, do not exceed 435 psi.
Then select the reservoir to be filled, confirming associated light is ON,
and fill with fluid to the upper end of the scale.
NOTE: Over filling the reservoir will result in an inadequate

ressurization.
The reservoir level is also affected by large changes in ambient

temperature. For every 10 °C change, the green volume changes by
0.85 Lt, the blue volume changes by 0.51 Lt, and the yellow volume
changes by 0.64 Lt.
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SERVICING - RESERVOIR FILLING

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SERVICING
BLEEDING
If you have filled the reservoir after:

- maintenance,
- or removal/installation of large hydraulic components,
- or hydraulic fluid low level (loss of the hydraulic system),
- or high loss of hydraulic fluid,
Do the related bleeding procedure to make sure that the quantity of
hydraulic fluid in the system is correct.
After maintenance of the hydraulic system upstream of the EDP, loosen
the nut of the case drain hose so that the air (or hydraulic fluid mixed
with air bubbles) comes out of the connection. Check:
- make sure that the air pressure in the reservoir of the associated
hydraulic system is not less than 50 psi (if necessary, pressurize the
reservoir),
- read the gauge of the associated reservoir and make a note of the
fluid level,
- depressurize the reservoir of the associated hydraulic system,
- after 5 minutes, read the gauge again and make a note of the level,
- compare both levels,
- if the difference between both levels is more than 2 liters, do the
bleeding procedures again until the result is satisfactory.
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SERVICING - BLEEDING
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SERVICING
HIGH PRESSURE (HP), CASE DRAIN, AND LOW PRESSURE (LP)
FILTERS
The three Hydraulic Systems have:

- a HP filter in the pressure line, in the reservoir filling system, and the
normal braking system,
- an LP filter in the return line,
- a case drain filter in the case drain line of the EDP's.
The HP and the case drain filters have a red clogging indicator, which
pops out when the filter is clogged (dirty).
The LP filters have a replaceable filter elements and a by-pass system.
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SERVICING - HIGH PRESSURE (HP), CASE DRAIN, AND LOW PRESSURE (LP) FILTERS
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SERVICING - HIGH PRESSURE (HP), CASE DRAIN, AND LOW PRESSURE (LP) FILTERS
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SERVICING
ACCUMULATORS
Each system has an accumulator, located in their associated hydraulic

bays.
The yellow brake system has an accumulator for emergency braking
and parking brake.
The nitrogen pre-charge is adjusted at the accumulator in accordance
to the ambient temperature.
On system pressurization the accumulators will each take
approximately 1 Lt. of fluid.
Each accumulator has a nitrogen pressure indicator.
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SERVICING - ACCUMULATORS
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SERVICING
EXTERNAL LEAK TEST OF COMPONENTS
A leak is the quantity of fluid that comes out of a component and that is
sufficient to become a drop or drops, or will possibly become a
drop of approximately 20 drops =1 cc, and 75600 drops =1
gallon.
A leakage is a quantity of fluid on the surface of a component that is not
sufficient to become a drop.
A stain is an area on the surface of a component that has a different
color. It is usually caused when fluid leakage becomes dry on the
component surface after a high temperature operation.
For a correct analysis of component leak rates, you must obey the
subsequent steps:
- the seal obtained at hydraulic tube connections is obtained on metal-
to-metal surfaces. If a leak cannot be stopped by tightening the nut to
the specified torque, the joint is probably defective and should be
repaired.
- when possible, activate components for some cycles before carrying
out the external leakage check.
- dynamic seals are easy to examine for leakage while in the static
condition because pistons, slide valves and swivel joints move only
during a short time interval. Many components cannot be obviously
monitored during operation.
- by following the AMM procedure operate the related component,
- after operation, inspect the component. If there is a sign of any
external leakage, compare the quantity of leakage with the values
given in the AMM table for specified limits.
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SERVICING - EXTERNAL LEAK TEST OF COMPONENTS

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MEL/DEACTIVATION
The fluid quantity have to be checked on the reservoir direct reading
gage prior to each flight.
The LO LVL Warning has to be checked operative before the first flight.
The air pressure have to be checked on the reservoir direct reading
gage prior to each flight.
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MEL/DEACTIVATION
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MAINTENANCE TIPS
PTU
PTU inhibition is achieved by closing the solenoid valves (they are fail
safe open) at the PTU manifolds, and for maintenance actions by also
disconnecting the coupling on the yellow (right) side of the unit.
The PTU operation is inhibited at first engine start and during cargo
door operation.
NOTE: At the second engine start, the inhibition is removed when the
second engine master switch is set to ON then the PTU will
operate momentarily for self test purpose.
RAT
The RAT can be tested on ground by using the Ground Check Module.
A RAT retraction module controls the RAT stowage procedure, it is
located on the blue servicing panel.
NOTE: To avoid any extension during maintenance work a RAT safety

tool must be installed.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To prevent an unwanted operation of the PTU, the isolation coupling

must be disconnected.
Keep the RAT extension area clear of ground equipment and
personnel. Install the RAT safety device before to work in the RAT area.
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MAINTENANCE TIPS - PTU ... SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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MAINTENANCE TIPS
TIGHTENING TORQUES
Before you torque a component or connection, obey the precautions

and procedures given in the tightening practices for hydraulic
connection procedure in the AMM Chapter 20.
The tightening torques are given in the AMM tables chapter 20.
When you use an adapter, the values shown on the dial of the torque
wrench is not the applied value .To get the correct value, the formula
given on the next picture must be applied.
The drawing shows as an example the tightening torque for

HARRISSON and PERMASWAGE sleeve nuts and in-line-check valves
and how to use a torque wrench and adapter.
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MAINTENANCE TIPS - TIGHTENING TORQUES

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CIRCUIT IDENTIFICATION AND ROUTING

PIPE ROUTING
The A/C has three hydraulically independent systems: blue, green,

yellow.
There are no hydraulic pipes in the passenger cabin or flight
compartment.
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PIPE ROUTING
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PIPE IDENTIFICATION
Each pipe is identified by a self-adhesive label, which indicates:

- the part number of the pipe,
- the identification of the pipe as a hydraulic pipe, its function with black
dots and the direction of the fluid flow with yellow and blue fields,
- an identification of the system comprising a color code and a number
1, 2 or 3 respectively indicating the Green, Blue, or Yellow system.
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PIPE IDENTIFICATION
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COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
Each hydraulic component is identified by a placard affixed on the

structure near to it, which gives its Functional Item Number (FIN) and its
designation.
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COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
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CONNECTIONS
The most common connections in the hydraulic system are shown

below.
There are two types of connections:
- permanent connections or permaswage,
- removable connections or standard straight or special fittings.
The manifolds have bobbin type connections for some components.
The bobbins are equipped with a square seal on the component side
and an O-ring on the manifold side.
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CONNECTIONS
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LEAK MEASUREMENT SYSTEM PRESENTATION

GENERAL FULL SYSTEM CHECK
The return flow of a hydraulic system is equal to the user's demand flow Once the hydraulic system is pressurized from the ground cart, make
plus the permanent internal leakage. The flight controls users are sure that the ELevator Aileron Computers (ELACs), Spoiler Elevator
permanently supplied through leak measurement valves. These valves Computers (SECs) and Flight Augmentation Computer (FAC) 2 are set to
are electrically powered to the closed position for leak measurement ON to supply the hydraulic users. The flight controls surfaces must be
test. kept in the neutral position. The full system check is carried out by
The full system is checked during the internal leakage. Internal successively checking the four sections of the hydraulic system with the
leakages are measured for each group of users through manually related leakage measurement valve in the closed position. The flow
operated shut-off valves. indicated must be compared to the theoretical one and if the flow is over
the limit the failed component belongs to this group of users.
NOTE: Even with users at neutral, there is a permanent flow. If the
permanent flow is too high the related system operation will be NOTE: The internal leakage check has to be done with the hydraulic
affected. fluid at its normal working temperature.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM TEST COMPONENT CHECK
To test a complete hydraulic system, a hydraulic ground cart with a flow Each type of hydraulic component has a maximum internal leakage limit
meter has to be used to pressurize the circuit. The internal leakage flow permitted. If the internal leakage is too high, the faulty component must
rate is indicated by the flow meter. If the flow rate is too high, a full be identified and replaced. High leakage rate causes an increase of
system check has to be carried out to find out the faulty group of component temperature. If a servo control is faulty, it must be
hydraulic users. The hydraulic users are RH wing, LH wing, tail section disconnected and the related hydraulic section rechecked. If the internal
and central section. leakage rate is now within the limits, the servo control is confirmed as
defective.
WARNING: BEFORE STARTING THE TEST, MAKE SURE THAT ALL
SERVO CONTROLS ARE IN THEIR NEUTRAL POSITION NOTE: The total leakage of the components within a section must be
AND THAT THE SPOILERS ARE RETRACTED. DO NOT less than the maximum permitted for that section. The total of
FORGET TO DISCONNECT THE ISOLATION COUPLING sections leakages must not be more than the leakage
OF THE POWER TRANSFER UNIT (PTU) TO PREVENT permitted for the complete system.
INADVERTENT PRESSURIZATION OF THE GREEN
SYSTEM BY THE PTU.
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GENERAL ... COMPONENT CHECK

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HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR PRESSURIZING SYS D/O

GENERAL GROUND CONNECTOR
An air pressure system is provided to pressurize each hydraulic Pressurized air from a ground supply cart goes directly to the reservoir
reservoir in order to ensure adequate fluid supply to the pumps. Each pressurization unit through a ground connector.
reservoir is pressurized by air at 50 psi (3.5 bar). The system also
remains airtight in the event of pressurization system failure or after FILTER
engine shutdown.
A filter fitted with a clogging indicator is installed in the reservoir
SOURCES pressurization unit to filter the air from the different supply sources.
The pressure sources are engine 1, via a restrictor or both engines and WATER SEPARATOR
the APU, via the pneumatic manifold. The pressure sources are:
- the engine 1 High Pressure (HP) compressor for usual operation, A water separator is installed on the reservoir pressurization unit. It
- the pneumatic system in case of loss of engine 1, makes sure that the air delivered to the reservoirs is clear of any fluid.
- the ground supply. There are two drain valves that prevent freezing of the water in the
reservoir pressurization unit. One is an automatic drain valve that is
RESTRICTOR opened after each engine or APU shutdown; the other one is a manual
self-sealing drain valve.
A restrictor limits the airflow and reduces the temperature of the HP air
to a satisfactory level. The restrictor also prevents too much bleed air RESERVOIR CHECK VALVE
leakage in case of a leak downstream of the restrictor.
Downstream of the reservoir pressurization unit, the air supply is divided
RESERVOIR PRESSURIZATION UNIT into three flows to supply the reservoirs through their related check valve.
The green and yellow check valves are installed between the floor beams
The reservoir pressurization unit controls the pressure of the air above the hydraulic bay and the blue one is installed in the aft cargo
supplied to the reservoirs. compartment.
PRESSURE REDUCING VALVE PRESSURE GAGE
A pressure reducing valve is fitted to the reservoir pressurization unit. In An air pressure gage is installed on each hydraulic reservoir to indicate
normal operation, the delivery pressure of engine 1 has priority over the the actual pressure. The pressure switch generates LOW AIR PRESS
pressure supply from the pneumatic manifold. The pressure reducing warning if the pressure is less than 22 psi (1.52 bar).
valve outlet pressure is 50 psi (3.5bar). Two check valves prevent any
reverse flow.
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HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR PRESSURIZING SYS D/O

PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
A pressure relief valve, installed on each reservoir, relieves pressure to
the atmosphere in the event of a system overpressure. The threshold of
the pressure relief valve is 77 psi (5.3 bar).
MANUAL DEPRESSURIZATION VALVE
A manual depressurization valve is fitted on each ground service panel

to depressurize each reservoir.
WARNING: WHEN USING THE MANUAL DEPRESSURIZATION

VALVE, PUT ON EYE PROTECTION AND KEEP AWAY
FROM THE OUTLET OF THE VALVE. THE AIR CAN BE
HOT AND CONTAIN PARTICLES OF DUST AND/OR
HYDRAULIC FLUID.
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GENERAL ... MANUAL DEPRESSURIZATION VALVE

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HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR FILLING PRESENTATION

COUPLING SOCKET RESERVOIR QUANTITY INDICATOR
The coupling socket is used to fill the reservoir from a pressurized A reservoir quantity indicator allows refilling monitoring. It shows the
ground hydraulic supply. The coupling socket includes a check valve. contents of the selected hydraulic reservoir that is indicated by one of
the three colored lights. The direct reading gages are used if no electrical
RESTRICTOR power supply is available.
A restrictor located between the coupling socket and the reservoir filling CHECK VALVE
selector valve protects the system against over pressure.
The hydraulic fluid is sent to the reservoirs via a check valve and the filter
HAND PUMP of the low-pressure return circuit. The check valves isolate the main
hydraulic systems from the reservoir filling system when it is not in use.
The hand pump is used to refill the reservoirs if no ground cart is
available. The hand pump lever is on the yellow ground service panel. A
specific filling valve including a filter and a check valve is installed on
the hand pump.
FILTER
The filter of the reservoir filling system is equipped with a clogging

indicator.
NOTE: No bypass possibility on this filter.
RESERVOIR FILLING SELECTOR VALVE
The reservoir filling selector valve directs the hydraulic fluid from the
supply source to the reservoir of the selected system. Do not
depressurize the hydraulic reservoir to refill it. In the NEUTRAL position,
an internal thermal relief valve protects the selector valve from thermal
expansion of the fluid.
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SEAL DRAIN SYSTEM PRESENTATION

GENERAL
The seal drain system collects hydraulic fluid from the seal drains of
some hydraulic components. The hydraulic fluid that may escape from
some hydraulic components in the form of leak or abnormal condition,
such as hydraulic reservoir overfilling or internal overpressure, is
drained into collector tanks.
FWD SYSTEM
The FWD system consists of flexible hoses and rigid pipes connected to
a collector tank. The FWD collector tank is attached between frames 40
and 41 in the yellow hydraulic compartment. The components which are
drained into the FWD collector tank located in the yellow hydraulic
compartment are:
- blue electric pump,
- yellow electric pump,
- slats Power Control Unit (PCU),
- green hydraulic reservoir,
- yellow hydraulic reservoir.
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AFT SYSTEM
The AFT system consists of flexible hoses and rigid pipes connected to
a collector tank. The AFT collector tank is attached to the right side of
the keel beam in the main hydraulic compartment. The components
which are drained into the aft collector located in the main landing gear
compartment are:
- flaps PCU,
- Power Transfer Unit (PTU),
- Constant Speed Motor/Generator (CSM/G),
- blue hydraulic reservoir.
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AFT SYSTEM
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TANK DRAINAGE
The system is designed so that the hydraulic fluid drains into the
collector tanks by gravity. The collector tanks attached to the aircraft
structure by means of quick release clamps must be removed for
drainage. Each collector tank, which has a capacity of 0.75 liters (0.19
US Gal), must be emptied and cleaned at regular intervals.
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TANK DRAINAGE
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RESERVOIR DEPRESSURIZATION
WARNING
WARNING: PAY ATTENTION TO PROTECT YOUR HANDS AND

YOUR FACE FROM THE AIR WHICH COMES OUT
WHEN YOU OPEN RESERVOIR MANUAL
DEPRESSURIZATION VALVES. THE AIR MAY BE HOT
AND CONTAIN HYDRAULIC FLUID. USE APPROPRIATE
SAFETY WEAR.
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WARNING
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DEPRESSURIZATION OPERATION
You can depressurize each hydraulic reservoir independently. Lets take

the blue hydraulic system. Here is the blue reservoir access door. Open
the blue ground service panel. Do not forget to open, safety and tag the
C/Bs. To depressurize the hydraulic reservoir, we can use the ground
equipment or not. If not, on the ground service panel, turn the cap
assembly of the reservoir depressurization valve clockwise through 90
degrees. Pay attention to protect your hands and your face from the air,
which comes out when you open the manual depressurization valves of
the reservoirs. The air can be hot and contain hydraulic fluid. Listen if all
of the air has been released. The pressure drops down as you can see
on the air pressure gauge of the reservoir. Keep the depressurization
valve open, if it is necessary to depressurize a reservoir during a
maintenance operation. This prevents accidental pressurization of a
reservoir. The depressurization valve is closed when the maintenance
operation is completed.
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DEPRESSURIZATION OPERATION
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PRESSURIZATION OPERATION
To pressurize the reservoir, make sure that the depressurization valve

is closed.
NOTE: Note that the three hydraulic reservoirs are pressurized through
the air pressure manifold, thus they are pressurized at the
same time.
Open the blue hydraulic compartment door to gain access to the air
pressure manifold. Install the Ram Air Turbine (RAT) safety device to
prevent accidental deployment. Remove the cap from the ground
connector. Connect the pressurizing tool to the ground connector. Turn
the nut to open the ground connector valve. Fill the reservoir with air
until 50 psi is shown on the reservoir pressure gauge. Turn the nut to
close the ground connector valve. Remove the pressurizing tool. Install
the cap on the ground connector. Remove the RAT safety device when
the maintenance operation is completed. Close the C/Bs. Make sure
that the work area is clean and clear of tools and other items and all
access panels are closed.
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PRESSURIZATION OPERATION
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RESERVOIR FILLING
WARNING But do not depressurize the system reservoir.
So, stop any supply of hydraulic power to the green or yellow systems to
WARNING: IF YOU GET THE FLUID ON YOUR SKIN OR IN YOUR the ground connectors.
EYES: The MLG doors have been opened. Put warning notices in position to tell
- FLUSH IT AWAY WITH CLEAN WATER, people not pressurization the hydraulic systems.
- GET MEDICAL AID. Electrical power being available.
MAKE SURE THAT THE TRAVEL RANGES OF THE On the ECAM check the green hydraulic system shows zero. If not,
FLIGHT CONTROL SURFACES ARE CLEAR BEFORE operate the rudder to reduce the pressure to zero.
YOU PRESSURIZE/DEPRESSURIZE A HYDRAULIC Safety and tag the appropriate C/Bs. In the MLG bay, check that the
SYSTEM. FOLLOW THE HYDRAULIC SAFETY green reservoir pressure and the green accumulator pressure are
PROCEDURES. PRECAUTIONS HAVE TO BE TAKEN normal.
BEFORE STARTING HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR FILLING
OPERATION. MAKE SURE THAT:
- THE SPEED BRAKES AND SPOILERS ARE
RETRACTED,
- THE THRUST REVERSERS ARE STOWED (CFM-56
ENGINE ONLY),
- THE L/G IS EXTENDED AND THE DOORS ARE
CLOSED,
- THE FWD AND AFT CARGO COMPARTMENT DOORS
ARE CLOSED.
PRECAUTION
Servicing passenger to fill up the green hydraulic reservoir.

Some precautions have to be taken.
Make sure that the speed brakes and spoilers are retracted, the first
reversers are staled, the L/G is extended and the door closed and the
FWD and the AFT cargo doors are closed.
All the other hydraulic services must be in normal position.
To depressurize the green hydraulic system.
Make sure the travel ranges and the fly control surfaces are clear.
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RESERVOIR FILLING
INSTALLATION
Now let's flow the green system.

Go to the ground service panel of the yellow system, to remove hand
pump handle.
On the over side, open green ground service panel.
Notice, that is possible to fill any of three hydraulic reservoirs from one
place.
It is also possible to fill the reservoir with the hydraulic service card,
connected hear.
So, the hand pump is connected to the shaft of the pump.
Above the panel you find the filling hose, removed cap.
Remove the blanking cap of the pump connect the filling hose to the
filling valve.
Put it over end in hydraulic container.
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INSTALLATION
64
RESERVOIR FILLING
PROCEDURE
Turn the selector to the green system position.

Make sure that on the quantity indicator the green light comes on.
Operate the pump.
Monitor the increase of the fluid level on the quantity indicator.
If there is no electrical power available, the fluid level can be checked
on the reservoir itself.
Stop the flow when the pointer is at the end of the green line.
Turn the selector back to the NEUTRAL position.
On the quantity indicator, the green light goes out.
If a reservoir is overfilled, you cannot pressurized correctly and you
must drain it.
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PROCEDURE
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RESERVOIR FILLING
CLOSE-UP
Remove the filling hose and re-install the blanking caps.

Put the filling hose back in its cap position.
Remove the handle from the hand pump and put it in its cap position of
the yellow service panel.
Close the ground service panels.
C/Bs closed, L/G doors closed.
The working area is clear.
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CLOSE-UP
68
HYDRAULIC LEAKAGE
WARNING
WARNING: PROTECT YOUR HANDS AND FACE FROM THE

HYDRAULIC FLUID WHICH COMES OUT WHEN YOU
UNSCREW HYDRAULIC LINES AND COMPONENTS.
HYDRAULIC FLUID ITSELF IS A CONTAMINANT. USE
APPROPRIATE SAFETY WEAR.
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WARNING
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HYDRAULIC LEAKAGE
PREVENTING HYDRAULIC LEAKS If clamps or line blocks are removed so a tube or component can be
replaced, be sure that they are reinstalled again. Tubes that are not
These simple plumbing problems can also be real hard to fix if you don't properly supported will vibrate. Vibration is the greatest enemy of a
know the basic hydraulic plumbing rules. If you don't work carefully and hydraulic system. It causes tubes to crack, and connections at fittings to
follow these rules, your work may be the cause of the next hydraulic loosen up and leak. When repairs are finished, always bleed the system,
leak that delays or cancels a flight. Let's look at these basic hydraulic and leak check your work. We, the mechanics, have control of torquing.
plumbing rules: contamination that gets into a system or collects on The lack of proper torquing is the single greatest cause of leaks. Those
sealing surfaces can cause leaks internal and external. Hydraulic fluid calibrated elbows are notorious for being out of calibration.
itself is a contaminant. It can eat paint and decals. When hydraulic fluid Use a torque wrench.
is allowed to penetrate a composite structure, it will attack the core
material and reduce it to mush. Once a composite assembly has been
attacked, its structural integrity will be lost. To avoid damage caused by
twisting, tearing, and chipping, always lubricate O-rings, packing seals,
back-up rings, and fitting threads with hydraulic fluid before assembly.
When assembling hydraulic system fittings, be sure that seals and
back-up rings are properly positioned before torquing the connection.
When installing an elbow fitting into a component, be sure that all the
threads are completely screwed into the boss. This is to make sure that
the O-ring packing rides in the undercut, and not on the threads. To
prevent an elbow fitting from turning while its lock-nut is being torqued,
hold it with a second wrench.
To make a stress-free installation, be sure that all elbow-to-pipe
connections are correctly aligned before torquing the B-nuts. Do not use
pointed, sharp-edged, or steel tools to remove or install O-ring packing,
back-up rings, and seals. Damage may occur. Never reinstall used O-
ring packing or seals. Once they have been compressed, they will never
regain their original shape again. Before torquing a B-nut, be sure that
the tube fits squarely into the fitting. Never force or bend a tube to make
it fit.
Metal tubes don't stretch. If the piece seems shorter upon reinstallation
or after a component change, something is wrong. Stop! Think! And
investigate the problem before you proceed. Make sure that tubes are
not forced into clamps or line blocks. A stressed installation will lead to
a cracked tube at the nearest fitting or B-nut. And, you can bet it won't
be long before it happens.
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HYDRAULIC POWER – TABLE OF CONTENTS

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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM USERS

The three independent hydraulic systems respectively supply the users

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GREEN, BLUE, YELLOW USERS & PRIORITY VALVES

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SYSTEM OVERVIEW - PTU & RAT

HYDRAULIC POWER SYSTEM PRESENTATION

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HYDRAULIC POWER SYSTEM PRESENTATION

The items displayed on the ECAM hydraulic page are:

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ECAM HYDRAULIC PAGE

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM WARNINGS

Y ELEC PUMP LO PR PTU FAULT

G RSVR LO AIR PR G ENG 1 PUMP LO PR

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G+Y SYS LO PR ... G ENG 1 PUMP LO PR

All three reservoirs are pressurized to 50 psi to prevent pump

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SERVICING - RESERVOIR AIR PRESSURIZATION

The following Aircraft Configuration is needed for a correct fluid level

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SERVICING - FLUID LEVEL CHECK

NOTE: Over filling the reservoir will result in an inadequate

The reservoir level is also affected by large changes in ambient

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SERVICING - RESERVOIR FILLING

If you have filled the reservoir after:

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The three Hydraulic Systems have:

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THIS PAGE IS LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK

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Each system has an accumulator, located in their associated hydraulic

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SERVICING - EXTERNAL LEAK TEST OF COMPONENTS

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NOTE: To avoid any extension during maintenance work a RAT safety

To prevent an unwanted operation of the PTU, the isolation coupling

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MAINTENANCE TIPS - PTU ... SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Before you torque a component or connection, obey the precautions

The drawing shows as an example the tightening torque for

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MAINTENANCE TIPS - TIGHTENING TORQUES

CIRCUIT IDENTIFICATION AND ROUTING

The A/C has three hydraulically independent systems: blue, green,

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CIRCUIT IDENTIFICATION AND ROUTING

Each pipe is identified by a self-adhesive label, which indicates:

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CIRCUIT IDENTIFICATION AND ROUTING

Each hydraulic component is identified by a placard affixed on the

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