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DSC-35-10 General
Description............................................................................................................................................................... A

DSC-35-20 Fixed Oxygen System for Cockpit

DSC-35-20-10 Description
General.....................................................................................................................................................................A
Operation..................................................................................................................................................................B
Schematics...............................................................................................................................................................C
Mask Donning..........................................................................................................................................................D
Mask Stowage......................................................................................................................................................... E

DSC-35-20-20 Controls and Indicators

Overhead Panel....................................................................................................................................................... A
Lateral Consoles...................................................................................................................................................... B
Crew Oxygen Mask................................................................................................................................................. C
Pressure Regulator..................................................................................................................................................D
ECAM Door/Oxy Page.............................................................................................................................................E

DSC-35-20-30 How to
How to Test the Mask............................................................................................................................................. A

DSC-35-30 Fixed Oxygen System for Cabin

DSC-35-30-10 Description
General.....................................................................................................................................................................A
Operation..................................................................................................................................................................B
Schematic................................................................................................................................................................ C

DSC-35-30-20 Controls and Indicators

Overhead Panel....................................................................................................................................................... A
Maintenance Panel.................................................................................................................................................. B
Memo Display.......................................................................................................................................................... C

DSC-35-40 Portable Oxygen System

DSC-35-40-10 Description
Flight Crews Portable Oxygen System................................................................................................................... A
Using the Hood........................................................................................................................................................B

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Title Index
DSC-35-20-30 A 1 Documentation update: Addition of "How to Test the Mask"
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DESCRIPTION
Ident.: DSC-35-10-00000932.0001001 / 10 JAN 11
Applicable to: ALL

The oxygen system consists of:

‐ A cockpit-fixed oxygen system, which supplies adequate breathing oxygen to the cockpit
occupants in case of depressurization, or emission of smoke and noxious gases.
‐ A cabin-fixed oxygen system, which supplies oxygen for cabin occupants (passengers and cabin
crew) in case of depressurization.
‐ A portable oxygen system, which is provided in both the cockpit and cabin and is to be used:
• As PROTECTION for the crew during on board emergencies.
• For FIRST AID purposes.

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GENERAL
Ident.: DSC-35-20-10-00017595.0001001 / 21 MAR 16
Applicable to: ALL

The cockpit's fixed oxygen system consists of:

‐ One (or two  ) high-pressure cylinder located in the left-hand lower fuselage
‐ One (or two  ) pressure regulator, connected directly to the cylinder that delivers oxygen, at a
pressure suitable for user
‐ Two overpressure safety systems to vent oxygen overboard, through a safety port, if the pressure
becomes too high
‐ A supply solenoid valve that allows the crew to shut off the distribution system
‐ Four full-face quick-donning masks, stowed in readily-accessible boxes adjacent to the
crewmembers seats (one at each seat)
‐ One or two filling port for external oxygen replenishment  .

OPERATION
Ident.: DSC-35-20-10-00017203.0001001 / 31 MAR 17
Applicable to: ALL

The crewmember squeezes the red grips to pull the mask out of its box, and this action causes the
mask harness to inflate.
A mask-mounted regulator supplies a mixture of air and oxygen or pure oxygen, or performs
emergency pressure control. With the regulator set to NORMAL, the user breathes a mixture of cabin
air and oxygen up to the cabin altitude at which the regulator supplies 100 % oxygen. The user can
select 100 %, in which case the regulator supplies pure oxygen at all cabin altitudes.
If the situation calls for it, the user can use the emergency overpressure rotating knob and receive
pure oxygen at positive pressure.
The storage box contains a microphone lead, with a quick-disconnect, for connection to the
appropriate mask microphone cable.

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SCHEMATICS
Ident.: DSC-35-20-10-00020789.0001001 / 31 MAR 17
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MASK DONNING
Ident.: DSC-35-20-10-00000969.0001001 / 01 JUN 17
Applicable to: ALL

Note: The captain (first officer) must exercise caution and turn the head to the right (left) in the
direction of the first officer (captain) in order to ensure fast donning of the mask when the
HUD  on the captain (first officer) side is deployed.

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MASK STOWAGE
Ident.: DSC-35-20-10-00000971.0001001 / 21 MAR 16
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OVERHEAD PANEL
Ident.: DSC-35-20-20-00000972.0001001 / 09 OCT 12
Applicable to: ALL

(1) CREW SUPPLY pushbutton

This pushbutton controls the solenoid valve.
On : The valve is open, and supplies low pressure oxygen to the masks (normal position in
flight).
OFF: The valve is closed, and the white light comes on.

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LATERAL CONSOLES
Ident.: DSC-35-20-20-00000977.0001001 / 09 OCT 12
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(1) Blinker flowmeter (yellow)

This indicator flashes when oxygen is flowing.
(2) RESET / TEST control slide
The crewmember presses the slide, and pushes it in the direction of the arrow to test: The
operation of the blinker, the regulator supply, the system sealing downstream of the valve, and
the regulator sealing and system operation. Pressing the RESET control slide, after the oxygen
mask has been used, cuts off the oxygen and the mask microphone.
(3) OXY ON flag
As soon as the left flap door opens, the mask is supplied with oxygen and, once it closes (mask
still supplied with oxygen), the “OXY ON“ flag appears.

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CREW OXYGEN MASK

Ident.: DSC-35-20-20-00000981.0001001 / 09 OCT 12
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PRESSURE REGULATOR
Ident.: DSC-35-20-20-00000980.0001001 / 24 NOV 15
Applicable to: ALL

(1) Red grips

Squeezing the righthand side grip unlocks the two-flap door and permits the harness to inflate.
(2) EMERGENCY pressure selector
Use of this selector creates an overpressure, which eliminates condensation or fogging of the
mask, and prevents smoke, smell or ashes from entering the mask.
‐ Pressing this knob generates an overpressure for a few seconds.
‐ Turning the knob, in the direction of the arrow, generates a permanent overpressure.

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Note: 1. Overpressure supply is automatically started, when cabin altitude exceeds 30 000 ft
.
2. Overpressure supply is available, only when the N/ 100 % selector is set on the
100 % position.
(3) N/100 % sel
This two-position button is locked down (100 % position) when the crewmember pulls the mask
out of the stowage. Pushing up the button from underneath releases it, and it pops up to the N
(normal) position. Pressing it again returns it to 100 %.
100 % : The mask delivers 100 % oxygen.
N : The mask provides the flight crew with a mixture of air and oxygen. This mixture
changes with cabin altitude. The higher the cabin altitude, the more oxygen the
mask provides, until the mask supplies 100 % oxygen.

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ECAM DOOR/OXY PAGE

Ident.: DSC-35-20-20-00000987.0006001 / 21 MAR 17
Applicable to: ALL

(1) OXY pressure indication

It is in green, when the pressure is greater than, or equal to 500 PSI.
It pulses in green, when the pressure is less than 500 PSI (the DOOR/OXY page is
automatically displayed).
It is in amber, when the pressure is less than 200 PSI.
On ground, an amber half frame appears when the oxygen pressure is less than 800 PSI.
In this case, the flight crew must check that the remaining quantity is not below the minimum
(Refer to LIM-OXY Minimum Flight Crew Oxygen Pressure).
(2) REGUL LO PR indication
It is in amber, if oxygen pressure on the low-pressure circuit is low (50 PSI).
(3) CKPT OXY indication
It is normally in white.
It becomes amber, when:
‐ The pressure goes below 200 PSI.
‐ Low oxygen pressure is detected.
‐ The overhead panel's OXYGEN CREW SUPPLY pushbutton is OFF.

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HOW TO TEST THE MASK

 

1 Ident.: DSC-35-20-30-00024454.0001001 / 04 NOV 20

Applicable to: ALL
 

WARNING To prevent hearing damage to ground crew connected to the intercom system,
inform them that a loud noise may be heard in the headset when performing the
 
oxygen mask test.
Mask Stowage Box

 On the OXYGEN panel:

CREW SUPPLY pb.......................................................................................................CHECK ON
 On the glareshield:
LOUDSPEAKERS....................................................................................................................... ON
 On the ACP:
INT reception knob.................................................................................... PRESS OUT - ADJUST
INT/RAD sw................................................................................................................................INT

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 On the mask stowage box:

‐ Press and hold the RESET/TEST button in the direction of the arrow.
• Check that the blinker turns yellow for a short time, and then goes black.

‐ Hold the RESET/TEST button down, and press the Emergency Pressure selector.
• Check that the blinker turns yellow and remains yellow, as long as the Emergency Pressure
selector is pressed.
• Listen for oxygen flow through the loudspeakers.

‐ Check that the RESET/TEST button returns to the up position and the N/100% selector is in
the 100 % position.
‐ Press the Emergency Pressure selector again, and check that the blinker does not turn yellow.
This ensures that the mask is not supplied.
‐ Check that the Emergency Pressure selector is NOT turned right in the direction of the arrow
(permanent overpressure). This ensures that the oxygen permanent overpressure is not
supplied.

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GENERAL
Ident.: DSC-35-30-10-00017210.0001001 / 05 MAR 19
Applicable to: ALL

In the case of depressurization, the fixed oxygen system in the cabin supplies oxygen to the cabin
occupants.
Chemical generators  produce the oxygen. Each generator supplies a group of 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6
masks. Oxygen masks are located in containers above the passenger seats, in the lavatories, in
each galley, and at each cabin crew station.
Note: Gazeous generators (if installed) replace chemical generators in the lavatories.

OPERATION
Ident.: DSC-35-30-10-00017596.0001001 / 21 MAR 16
Applicable to: ALL

Each container has an electrical latching mechanism that automatically opens to allow the masks to
drop, if the cabin pressure altitude exceeds 14 000 ft (+250, -750 ft).
Flight crewmembers can override the automatic control.
When the masks are released, the passenger address system automatically broadcasts prerecorded
instructions  .
Oxygen supply begins, when the passenger pulls the mask towards the passenger seat. The
chemical reaction used for oxygen generation creates heat. Therefore, a smell of burning, smoke,
and an increase in cabin temperature may be associated with the normal operation of the oxygen
generators. The mask receives pure oxygen under positive pressure for about 15 min  , 22 min
 or up to 36 min  , until the generator is exhausted.
A reset is available for the rearming of the system after the masks are restowed.
A manual release tool allows the crew to open the doors manually, in case of electrical failure. It is
stored at the cabin attendants' station.

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SCHEMATIC
Ident.: DSC-35-30-10-00017597.0001001 / 21 MAR 16
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OVERHEAD PANEL
Ident.: DSC-35-30-20-00001001.0001001 / 09 OCT 12
Applicable to: ALL

(1) PASSENGER SYS ON lt

This light comes on in white when the control for the oxygen mask doors is activated, and
remains on until the TMR RESET pushbutton is pressed. (Refer to DSC-35-30-20 Maintenance
Panel).
(2) MASK MAN ON pb
The guard keeps this button in the AUTO position.
AUTO : The mask doors open automatically when the cabin altitude exceeds
14 000 ft.
Pressed : The mask doors open.

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MAINTENANCE PANEL
Ident.: DSC-35-30-20-00001003.0001001 / 09 OCT 12
Applicable to: ALL

(1) TMR RESET pb sw

The maintenance crew uses this pushbutton to reset the control circuit, after the system has
operated.
ON : This light comes on in white, and the PASSENGER SYS ON light goes off.
FAULT : This light comes on in white, when the door latch solenoids are energized for
more than 30 s.

MEMO DISPLAY
Ident.: DSC-35-30-20-00018272.0015001 / 21 MAR 16
Applicable to: ALL

As soon as cabin oxygen masks fall down in the cabin, either automatically, or manually.
OXY PAX ON : This memo appears in green, when:
‐ Both CPCs detect excessive cabin altitude, or
‐ One CPC detects excessive cabin altitude and the other CPC is failed.

OXY PAX ON : This memo appears in amber, when:

‐ Both CPCs are inoperative, or do not detect excessive cabin altitude, or
‐ Both CPCs are operative, and only one CPC detects excessive cabin
altitude.

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FLIGHT CREWS PORTABLE OXYGEN SYSTEM

Ident.: DSC-35-40-10-00000994.0003001 / 09 OCT 12
Applicable to: MSN 0644-0667

The smoke hood on the left back side of the cockpit protects the eyes and respiratory system of one
member of the flight crew while he is fighting a fire, or if smoke and/or noxious gases enter the cabin,
or if the cabin loses pressure.
The smoke hood uses a chemical air regeneration system, located at the back of the hood. An
oronasal mask allows the hood’s wearer to inhale regenerated air, and it returns the exhaled breath
to the regeneration system.

The effective time of use is between 15 and 30 min, depending on the workrate.

FLIGHT CREWS PORTABLE OXYGEN SYSTEM

Ident.: DSC-35-40-10-00000994.0004001 / 09 OCT 12
Applicable to: MSN 1613-1649

The smoke hood on the left back side of the cockpit protects the eyes and respiratory system of one
member of the flight crew while he is fighting a fire, or if smoke and/or noxious gases enter the cabin,
or if the cabin loses pressure.
The smoke hood is equipped with one solid state oxygen supply source and one CO2 absorption
system, contained in a life support pack which furnish an effective time of use of 15 min.

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USING THE HOOD

Ident.: DSC-35-40-10-00000996.0003001 / 09 OCT 12
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USING THE HOOD

Ident.: DSC-35-40-10-00000996.0004001 / 09 OCT 12
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