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IGNITION
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00 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
• Type...................................................................... High energy
GENERAL
• Input voltage............................................................. 9-30 VDC
The engine ignition system is a self-contained unit. The rotorcraft
controls the power supply to the ignition exciter. The igniters are not • Energy...................................................................... 1,25 joule
continuously rated and are only operational during an engine starting
sequence. • Output voltage......................................................... 3000 Volts
This system ensures the ignition of the fuel sprayed by the injectors into • Input current.............................................. 3,5 amps maximum
the combustion chamber. All the components are installed on the
engine except the electrical supply circuit. The ignition system is WARNING
comprised of one ignition unit (with identification plate), input electrical
connector for connection with the aircraft supply bus bar and output Ensure ignition is switched OFF and system has been inoperative for at
electrical connectors for connection with the two (2) igniters plugs. least 6 minutes before removing any ignition components.
The airframe wiring provides ignition power when commanded by the
NOTE
Engine Control Unit (ECU). The ECU commands the operation of the
ignition system and of the starter when receives a control signal from Always use insulated tools to remove coupling-nuts. Do not
the ENG MODE Switch located on the central console. During a touch out-put connenctors or coupling nuts with bare hands.
DRY/WET motoring cycle, the ignition system must be disconnected.
Starting the engine in “AUTO” mode, the spark igniters will operate up
to 50 % of N1, then the system will be automatically cut out.
NOTE
The engine mode switch on the central console must be turned
in ‘FLIGHT’ position, or “IDLE” position.
In MANUAL mode, the ignition system and starter is activated by a pilot
selectable switch on the Engine Power Levers (EPL).
Starting the engine in manual mode, the spark igniters will operate as
long as the starting button remains depressed.
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ENGINE IGNITION SYSTEM – AUTO MODE
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ENGINE IGNITION SYSTEM – MANUAL MODE
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IGNITION SYSTEM INSTALLATION
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IGNITION SYSTEM INSTALLATION
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