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TRAINING HANDOUT T1+T2 42-400I500 and 72-

212A (600 variant)
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER
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TRAINING HANDOUT T1+T2 42-400I500 and 72-212A (600 variant)
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5

24.00 GENERAL .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
Presentation ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Cockpit Panels ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Cockpit Displays ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Interfaces ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
24.30 DC GENERATION .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
System Description ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
System Normal Operation ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Generator Fault ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 32
DC Bus OFF ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 33
Main Battery Charge Fault ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 34
Emergency Battery Charge Fault................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 35
Dual Generators Fault .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 36
Feeder Overheat .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 39
Hotel Mode System Descripton ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 40
Hotel Mode System Operation .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 42
Ground Handling Bus System Description ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 43
Ground Handling BusSystem Operation ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 44
Service Bus Operation .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 45
DC Starters Generators ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 47
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DC Generator Control Unit........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 50

Hall Effect Sensors........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 53
DC Bus Power Control Unit .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 54
Batteries Description.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 59
Multi Function Computers ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 63
Transformer Rectifier Unit ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 73
DC External Power ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 75
Contactors .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 78
Feeders Overheat Sensors ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 83
24.37 DC MEASURING ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 85
System Operation ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 87
24.21 MAIN AC GENERATION (CONSTANT FREQUENCY) ................................................................................................................................................................................ 90
System Normal Operation ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 94
System Abnormal Operation........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 95
Inverters ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 97
24.22 MAIN AC GENERATION (WILD FREQUENCY) .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 99
System Normal Operation ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 103
System Abnormal Operation...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 105
Hotel Mode System Operation .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 108
ACW Generators ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 109
ACW Generators Control Units .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 112
Current Transformers ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 116
ACW Bus Power Control Unit ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 117

24.41 AC EXTERNAL POWER CONTROL .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 120
System Operation ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 120
ACW External Power .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 122
External Power Current Transformers ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 125
24.46 AC EXTERNAL POWER CONTROL .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 126
AC external power operation ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 126
24.27 AC MEASURING .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 128
AC System Description ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 128
AC System Operation ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 129
ACW System Description............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 130
ACW System Operation.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 131
24.CI CONTROLS AND INDICATORS ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 132
AC DC Contol Panel .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 132
ACW Control Panel ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 144
AC DC Maintenance Panels ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 148
ACW Maintenance Panels .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 149
24.00 GENERAL .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 150
Safety and Precautions .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 150
Maintenance Operations ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 151
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.00 GENERAL Presentation
ELECTRICAL POWER:
ATAThe
24 ELECTRICAL POWERconsists of 3 separate subsystems:
Electrical System
24.00 GENERAL
- DC (Direct Current):
Presentation
 28 VDC from Starter/Generators,
 24 VDC from Batteries.
- AC (Alternating Current), Constant Frequency:

 115 VAC (400 Hz) single-phase from Static Inverters,
 26 VAC (400 Hz) single-phase from Static Inverters.
- ACW (Alternating Current Wild), Variable Frequency:

 115 / 200 VAC (341 - 488 Hz) three-phase from ACW Generators (frequency depends on Np).
Note: ACW generation is basically used for the De-icing and Heating Systems, and electro-hydraulic Pumps.
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ELECTRICAL POWER:
 DC and ACW generations are provided by Engine driven Generators.
 ACW and DC feeders run in the wing leading edge and under the ceiling roof to the Electrical Racks.
 DC generation by main and emergency Batteries is normally utilized to provide stored energy during normal ground operations, and in
flight in the event of a total loss of the DC Primary Generation System.
 AC constant frequency is provided by Inverters which convert DC into AC.
 A Transformer Rectifier Unit (TRU) transforms ACW into DC for emergency purposes.
ELECTRICAL POWER:
 The electrical components are located in the

Electrical Racks, except for Batteries which are
located on the floor of the Avionics Racks.
 AC and DC electrical controls are located on the

Overhead Panel.
 The AC-DC or ACW-HYD electrical page presents
the main basic information concerning the electrical
systems on the Multi Function Display.
 Some circuit breakers are located on the Overhead

Panel.
 And another circuit breakers are located behind the
First Officer on several panels.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.00 GENERAL Cockpit Panels
COCKPIT PANELS:
 Main Electrical Power Control Panel:

The main Electrical Power Control Panel shows a synoptic diagram of the DC and AC constant frequency distribution including controls and
annunciators.
 Cockpit
AC WildPanels
Electrical Power Control Panel:
The AC Wild electrical power control panel shows a synoptic diagram of the AC Wild distribution including controls and annunciators.
 LH Maintenance Panel:
Located on the LH Maintenance Panel, various AC / DC parameters can be checked as selected.
On this panel, for maintenance purposes, a guarded toggle switch is used to check the ACW BTC's operation.
 RH Maintenance Panel:
A bite loaded magnetic indicator on the RH Maintenance Panel turns amber when a system failure has been recorded and dedicated to the
maintenance teams.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.00 GENERAL Cockpit Panels
COCKPIT PANELS:
Engine Warning Display (EWD):

 A DC, AC constant frequency or AC Wild
electrical failure will be indicated by:
 a single chime or a continuous repetitive
chime,
 Master CAUTION or Master WARNING
flashing,
 an alert on Engine Warning Display.
Multi Function Displays (MFDs):

Multi Function Displays located in front of each
crew member are dedicated to display the
corresponding System Display (SD) page:
 AC-DC electrical system,
 ACW-HYD electrical system.
Multifunction Control Display Unit (MCDU):

Multifunction Control Display Units are located
on the centre pedestal.
The maintenance bite function allows the display
of maintenance information through the MCDU.
DC Ground Receptacle:
 A DC Electrical Ground Receptacle allows
the Aircraft to be supplied by a Ground Power
Unit (GPU).
AC Ground Receptacle:
 An AC electrical ground receptacle allows the
aircraft to be supplied by a Ground Power
Unit (GPU).
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.00 GENERAL Cockpit Displays
COCKPIT DISPLAYS:
The Multi Function Displays (MFDs) show the System

Display symbology of the AC-DC electrical format or
Cockpit Displays the ACW-Hydraulic format.
The white "DC GEN" label is displayed in:

 State 1 in normal operation.
 State 2 when the DC Generator is in abnormal
configuration.
 State 3 when the DC GEN pushbutton is released.
The white "EXT DC" label is displayed in:
 State 1 when the DC external power is connected.
 Sate 2 when the DC external power is connected
and used (pushbutton press in).
 State 3 when DC external power is not connected,
but pushbutton press in.
The white "BTC" label is displayed in:
 State 1 when the BTC is not isolated.
 State 2 when the BTC is isolated.
The white "DC BUS" label is displayed in:
 State 1 when associated main DC BUS is supplied.
 State 2 when associated main DC BUS is not
supplied.
The white "UTLY BUS" label is displayed in:
 State 1 is normally supplied.
 State 2 when the corresponding UTLY BUS is
disconnected or not supplied.
 State 3 when the DC SVCE / UTLY BUS
pushbutton is released.
The amber "SHED" label is displayed when a

considerable overload condition is detected and the
corresponding UTLY BUS is disconnected.
COCKPIT DISPLAYS:
The white "SVCE BUS" label is displayed in:

 State 1 when the DC SVCE BUS is connected to source.
 State 2 when a load shed condition is present and the DC SVCE
BUS is disconnected.
 State 3 when the DC SVCE / UTLY BUS pushbutton is released on
Overhead Panel.
The white "OFF" label is displayed when the DC SVCE / UTLY BUS
pushbutton is released on Overhead Panel.
These symbols give the Transformer Rectifier Unit (TRU) status:
 State 1 is displayed when the TRU pushbutton is released and the
ACW is invalid.
 state 2 is displayed when TRU is supplied but not working.
 state 3 is displayed when TRU is supplied and working.
 state 4 is displayed when TRU is supplied but failed.
 state 5 is displayed when TRU is supplied but pushbutton failed.
 state 6 is displayed when TRU is not supplied but pushbutton
pressed in.
The white "EMER BUS" label is displayed in:
 State 1 when the DC Emergency bus voltage is correct.
 State 2 when the DC Emergency bus voltage is low.
The white "DC STBY BUS" label is displayed in:
 State 1 when the DC Standby bus voltage is correct without an
"OVRD" indication.
 State 2 when the DC Standby bus voltage is low.
 State 3 when the DC Standby bus voltage is correct with an
"OVRD" indication.
The cyan "OVRD" label is displayed when the OVRD pushbutton has
been pressed.
COCKPIT DISPLAYS:
The amber "UNDV" label is displayed when an under voltage

appears on the DC Standby Bus.
The white "ESS BUS" label is displayed in:
 State 1 when the DC Essential bus voltage is correct.
 State 2 when the DC Essential bus voltage is low.
The white "HOT BUS" label on a grey background in the
upper rectangle and a white "MAIN BAT" label in the lower
rectangle are displayed in:
 State 1 when DC Hot Main bus voltage is correct without
an "OVRD" position.
 State 2 when DC Hot Main bus voltage is low.
 State 3 when DC Hot Main bus voltage is correct with an
"OVRD" position.
The white "V" unit label is displayed at the right of a counter:
 State 1 is displayed when DC Hot bus voltage is correct.
 State 2 is displayed when DC Hot bus voltage is low.
 State 3 is displayed when DC Hot bus voltage is invalid.
The white "CHG" label is displayed in:
 State 1 when the respective BAT CHG pushbutton is
pressed in, and Battery charge fault caution is extinguished
without the toggle switch on "OVRD" position.
pressed in, and Battery charge "FAULT" caution is
extinguished with the toggle switch on "OVRD" position.
 State 3 when an override is detected.
released.
This amber symbol is displayed when the corresponding

battery is discharging.
The cyan "BAT OVRD" label is displayed when the pilot has
activated the override toggle switch.
COCKPIT DISPLAYS:
This green symbol is displayed at exit of corresponding DC

Source or AC Source:
 At the top of the DC external power with BAT switch selected
"ON",
 At the top of the connected DC generator.
 At the top of the connected Inverter label.
These green symbols (vertical and/or horizontal) are displayed
when the connections between the labels with green status are
established.
The white "AC BUS" label is displayed in:

 State 1 when associated main AC BUS is supplied.
 State 2 when associated main AC BUS is not supplied.
The white "AC STBY BUS" label is displayed in:

 State 1 when at least one inverter operates.
 State 2 when AC STBY Bus is not supplied.
The white "INV" label is displayed in:

 State 1 when the inverter is in normal operation.
 State 2 when the inverter is in abnormal configuration.
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COCKPIT DISPLAYS:
The white "ACW GEN" label is displayed in:

 State 1 when the ACW Generator is in normal operation.
 State 2 when the ACW Generator is in abnormal configuration.
 State 3 when the ACW GEN pushbutton is released "OFF".
The white "ACW BUS" label is displayed in:

 State 1 when associated main ACW BUS is supplied.
 State 2 when the associated ACW BUS is not supplied.
The white "BTC" label is displayed in:

 State 1 when BTCs are not isolated.
 State 2 when BTCs are isolated.
The white "EXT AC" label is displayed in:

 State 1 when the AC external power is connected.
 State 2 when the AC external power is connected and EXT PWR
pushbutton is pressed in.
 State 3 when the AC external power is not connected and the
EXT PWR pushbutton is pressed in.
These symbols give the Transformer Rectifier Unit status:

 State 1 is displayed when the TRU pushbutton is released and
the ACW is invalid.
 State 2 is displayed when the TRU is not supplied.
 state 3 is displayed when TRU pushbutton is pressed in and TRU
is supplied and working.
 state 4 is displayed when TRU pushbutton is pressed in, and TRU
supplied but failed.
 state 5 is displayed when TRU is supplied and working but
pushbutton failed.
 state 6 is displayed when TRU pushbutton is pressed in but TRU
is not supplied.
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ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.00 GENERAL Interfaces
INTERFACES:
The Aircraft electrical network comprises:

Interfaces  28 Volts Direct Current from starter/generators,
 115/200 Volts Alternating Current Wild
frequency from ACW Generators,
 115 Volts Alternating Current constant
frequency from Static Inverters,
 26 Volts Alternating Current constant frequency
from Static Inverters,
 24 Volts Direct Current from Batteries.
and Indicating System.
Electrical power necessary aboard the Aircraft is

supplied by two Engine driven DC
starter/generators and two AC Wild frequency
three phase Generators driven by the reduction
gearbox of the Engine Propeller.
The Aircraft has two external receptacles to allow

an electrical supply on ground, using DC and AC
Ground Power Units.
The AC constant frequency is provided by two
Static Inverters which convert DC into AC.
A main Battery and an emergency Battery provide
additional power sources.
Electrical supply is distributed by AC, ACW and
DC busses to each Aircraft system.
Electrical control signals permits to ensure the
system operating.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION System Description
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION:
The diagram above will be used to support the DC general description. It reflects "what's behind" the main electrical power panel in a
simplified way. The aircraft DC distribution consists of:
 2 DC
24.30 main busses (DC BUS 1 and DC BUS 2),
GENERATION

System Description BAT BUS,
a HOT MAIN
 a HOT EMER BAT BUS,
 a DC EMER BUS,
 a DC ESS BUS,
 a DC STBY BUS,
 2 utility busses (UTLY BUS 1 and UTLY BUS 2).
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SYSTEM DESCRIPTION:
Additionally,
 a DC SVCE BUS provides supply for aircraft services,
 a GND-HDLG BUS provides supply for ground handling operations.
 DC EMER BUS
 DC ESS BUS
 DC STBY BUS that supply equipments required to fly. This equipment remains supplied even after dual DC generator loss, by batteries or TRU.
DC STBY BUS supplies following consumers:

 Auto Flight,
 Flight Controls,
 Hydraulic Power,
 Landing Gear,
 Lights,
 Navigation.
DC EMER BUS supplies following consumers:

 Air Conditioning,
 Auto Flight,
 Communications,
 Electrical Power,
 Fire Detection,
 Flight Controls.
HOT EMER BAT BUS supplies following consumers:

 Indicating and Recording,
 Navigation.
DC UTLY BUS 1 supplies following consumers:

 Communications,
 Lights.
DC ESS BUS supplies following consumers:

 Auto Flight,
 Communications,
 Electrical Power.
HOT MAIN BAT BUS supplies following consumers:

 Fire Detection,
 Propellers.
DC UTLY BUS 2 supplies following consumers:

 Lights.
DC BUS 1 supplies following consumers:

 Communications,
 Fuel,
 Ice and Rain Protection,
 Lights.
DC BUS 2 supplies following consumers:

 Communications,
 Fire Protection,
 Fuel,
 Ice and Rain Protection,
 Landing Gear.
DC SVCE BUS supplies following consumers:

 Lights,
 Water and Waste,
 Propellers.
DC GND HDLG BUS supplies following

consumers:
 Fuel,
 Lights,
 Doors.
SYSTEM GENERATION:
The DC power source is provided by two dual function DC starter / generators driven by the High Pressure (HP) compressor through the
Auxiliary Gear Box (AGB).
As a starter, it rotates the HP compressor for engine starting. The cut-out point is 45% NH.
As a generator, it is driven by the HP compressor. The on-line point is 61.5 % NH.
In starting mode, each starter/generator drives its respective engine to its self-sustaining point. The main battery or the ground power unit can
be used to start the first engine, either left or right.
When the DC external power is not available or disconnected, the second engine is started by the main battery and the running
starter/generator (cross-start) in the following way:
 between 0% and 10% NH, the main battery (alone) gives electrical power (in order to keep to a minimum mechanical and electrical inrush
loads),
 from 10% to 45% NH, the main battery is assisted by the other operating starter/generator.
Note: During engine starting, the Ground Power Unit (GPU) has priority over the Starter/Generator or the main Battery. The cross-start function
is inhibited.
A Generator Control Unit (GCU) associated with each
starter generator provides control for generator and
starter operation.
A Bus Power Control Unit (BPCU) controls:
 main busses tie,
 load shedding,
 service bus,
 ground handling bus,
 external power,
 battery start contactor.
A Main Battery and an Emergency Battery provide
additional power sources.
The Main Battery is used to start the Engine and to
supply emergency power.
The Emergency Battery avoids power transient on
critical equipment during Engine start and supplies
emergency power after Main Battery has been
discharged.
Multi Function Computer (MFC) 1 and 2 provide
controls for battery's own operation and transfer
contactors controls.
A Transformer Rectifier Unit (TRU) supplied by the
ACW BUS 2 provides unlimited power to the
emergency loads in case of dual DC generators loss.
ACW power (115/200 VAC, 3 phases, 341/488 Hz) is
provided to the TRU input.
The TRU provides 60 A at 28 VDC to supply:
 emergency bus,
 essential bus,
 standby bus,
 inverter 1 (which supply the 26/115 VAC standby
busses).
DC External Receptacle allows the aircraft to be
supplied from a Ground Power Unit (GPU).
Contactors are used to connect the generators, the
external power and the batteries to the electrical
network.
DC feeder copper cables are divided into two aluminum-alloy cables to save weight.
The feeder overheat detection system allows monitoring of the condition of the DC generation feeders from the engine nacelle to the electrical
racks. The system comprises two sub-systems, one for each generator.
A feeder overheat detection system comprises the following components:
 Feeders,
 2 feeders overheat sensors to detect a possible feeder overheat due to a faulty connection,
 The Multi Function Computer (MFC 1 for system 1 and MFC 2 for system 2),
 The magnetic announciator "BITE LOADED" which shows a system failure recorded by the MFC.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION System Normal Operation
SYSTEM NORMAL OPERATION:
 The system is shown engines stopped without

external power and BAT switch "OFF".
System Normal Operation  In this case, the HOT EMER BAT BUS and
the HOT MAIN BAT BUS are directly supplied
by their respective battery.
 When the Ground Power Unit (GPU) is
connected to the external power receptacle,
the Bus Power Control Unit (BPCU) controls
and monitors external power.
Note:If the main Battery is weak, the ground
power unit cannot be connected to the aircraft
electrical network ; thus no external power will
be available.
 When the electrical power is determined to be
within acceptable limits by the BPCU, the
"AVAIL" light illuminates (on main electrical
panel).
 The BPCU controls automatically 6PX and
8PX relays to close supplying the GROUND
HANDLING BUS through the SERVICE BUS.
 The BAT switch must be set to "ON"
position.When BAT switch is selected "ON",
the main battery supplies the DC ESS BUS,
the DC STBY BUS and the inverter 1 through
the HOT MAIN BAT BUS.
Amber arrows (CAUT LIGHT MAIN ELEC PWR / BAT TIE) on MAIN ELEC PWR panel indicate that batteries are discharging:
 Right arrow illuminates when the DC ESS BUS is supplied from the MAIN BAT,
 Left arrow illuminates when the DC EMER BUS is supplied from the EMER BAT,
 so inverter 1 supplies the AC STBY BUSSES.
In normal configuration DC GEN pushbuttons are depressed, therefore the amber "FAULT" lights are illuminated on panel.
The EXT PWR pushbutton must be depressed to

use the GPU.
When EXT PWR pushbutton is depressed, the
"ON" light illuminates (main electrical panel), and
in the following way:
 BPCU controls the external power contactor
11PG to close,
 GPU now supplies the DC BUS 1 and, through
the BTC (controlled by BPCU) the DC BUS 2,
 As DC BUS 1 and DC BUS 2 are supplied,
"INV FAULT" 2, "BUS OFF" 1 and 2
extinguish,
 BPCU automatically closes 10PX contactor
connecting Ground Handling Bus to DC BUS 1
through 6PX contactor always closed.
 The emergency battery is charged from DC

BUS 1 through 42 PA contactor controlled by its
MFC's.
 Amber left arrow on the MAIN ELEC PWR
Panel extinguishes. Simultaneously, 4 PD
contactor opens to supply the DC STBY BUS
from the emergency battery, and 2PA contactor
opens to supply inverter 1 from DC BUS 1.
 The main battery is charged from DC BUS 2
through 23 PA contactor controlled by its
MFC's.
 Amber right arrow on the MAIN ELEC PWR
Panel extinguishes.
 Inverter 2 is supplied from DC BUS 2.
 In addition to AC STBY BUSSES, inverter 1

now supplies AC BUS 1 (26 V) and AC BUS
1 (115 V).
 Inverter 2 supplies AC BUS 2 (26 volts) and
AC BUS 2 (115 volts).
 The 30PU and 29PU contactors (controlled
by the BPCU) supply respectively UTLY BUS
1 and UTLY BUS 2.
 As a result, "SHED" light extinguishes.
 In starting mode, each Starter/Generator

drives its respective engine to its self-
sustaining point.
 The Main Battery or the Ground Power
Unit (GPU) can be used to start the first
Engine, either left or right.
 The represented configuration is with
GPU and Battery "ON".
 The ENG START selector must be
selected on "START A" position.
 Prior to starting engine 2, selecting
START A on ENG START selector
causes batteries to be disconnected from
the battery charge circuits, through the
contactors (23PA and 42PA) open
controlled by the MFC's units.
 Amber arrows on MAIN ELEC PWR panel
indicate that batteries are discharging and
supply their busses.
 After starting, the ENG START selector

must be selected on OFF/START
ABORT position.ENG STARTOFFMAIN
ELEC PWR and batteries charge
contactors 42PA and 23PA close
(controlled by the MFCs).
 Aircraft is still supplied by the external

power because external power source
has priority over the generator.
 The EXT PWR pushbutton must be
switched "OFF".EXT PWROFFON and
the BPCU controls 11PG contactor to
open.
 GCU 2 closes the line contactor 12PU

and DC GEN 2 "FAULT" light
extinguishes.
 Now, the whole network is supplied from
generator 2 with only one engine. GPU
can be removed by ground crew. Then,
"AVAIL" light extinguishes.
The second Engine, if the DC External Power is

not available, is started by the main Battery and
the running Starter/Generator (cross-start) in the
following way:
 Between 0% and 10% NH main Battery
(alone) gives electrical power (in order to keep
to a minimum mechanical and electrical inrush
loads),
 From 10% to 45% NH, main Battery is
assisted by the other operating
Starter/Generator.Following Engine 1 start
sequence, GCU 1 closes the line contactor
11PU, the BPCU opens the BTC and DC GEN
1 "FAULT" light extinguishes.
MAIN ELEC PWR panel is dark. This reflects the

normal operation of DC electrical system.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION Generator Fault
GENERATOR FAULT:
Generator Fault Any DC GENERATOR FAULT, except a

dual DC generators loss, will be indicated by:
 A single chime,
 Master CAUTION flashing,
 Amber ELEC DC GEN on Engine Warning
Display (EWD).
If one generator fails during the operation,

the relevant GCU opens the line contactor
and the BPCU closes the BTC.
All these operations are automatic.
According to procedure, a faulty generator

reset may be attempted before selecting the
DC GEN pushbutton definitely OFF.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION DC Bus OFF
DC BUS OFF:
Any DC BUS FAULT, will be indicated by:

 A single shime,
DC Bus OFF  Master CAUTION flashing,
 Amber "ELEC DC BUS 1" on Engine
Warning Display (EWD).
If a short circuit occurs on one DC BUS, the

relevant GCU opens the relevant line
contactor.
As a result,
 DC GEN FAULT,
 DC BUS OFF,
 SHED,
 And AC BUS OFF.
Lights illuminate on the MAIN ELEC PWR
panel.
The BPCU prevents the BTC from closing,
keeping the opposite channel isolated.
Simultaneously,
 Inverter 2 supplies the AC STBY BUSSES,
 DC STBY BUS is supplied from the main
battery,
 EMER BUS is supplied from the DC BUS 2.
10 seconds following failure,

 Inverter 1 FAULT light illuminates,
 AC BUSSES 1 are supplied from inverter 2,
 And AC BUS OFF light extinguishes.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION Main Battery Charge Fault
MAIN BATTERY CHARGE FAULT:
Any BATTERY FAULT, will be indicated by:

Main Battery Charge Fault  A single chime,
 master CAUTION flashing,
 Amber "ELEC BAT CHG" on Engine
 If a main battery thermal runaway occurs,

the MFCs open the 23 PA battery charge
contactor.
 Automatically, the ESS BUS power
supply is transferred from the HOT MAIN
BAT BUS to the DC BUS 1 by 3 PA
contactor.
 The battery charge status is indicated by
the MAIN BAT CHG FAULT light.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION Emergency Battery Charge Fault
EMERGENCY BATTERY CHARGE FAULT:
Any emergency battery charge fault, will be

Emergency Battery Charge Fault indicated by:
 A single chime,
 master CAUTION flashing,
 Amber "ELEC BAT CHG" on Engine
 If an emergency battery thermal runaway

occurs, the MFCs open the 42 PA battery
charge contactor.
 Automatically, the DC STBY BUS power
supply is transferred from the HOT EMER
BAT BUS to the HOT MAIN BAT BUS by 4
PD contactor.
 Additionally, the EMER BUS power supply
is transferred from the HOT EMER BAT
BUS to the DC BUS 1 by 58 PA contactor.
 The battery charge status is indicated by
the EMER BAT CHG FAULT light.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION Dual Generators Fault
DUAL GENERATORS FAULT:
Indication:
Any DUAL GENERATORS FAULT, will be indicated by:

Dual Generators Fault
 A Continuous Repetitive Chime (CRC)
 Master "WARNING" flashing,
 RED "ELEC DC GEN 1+2" on Engine Warning Display.
DUAL GENERATORS FAULT

DESCRIPTION:
 In case of dual generators loss, the only

DC sources are the main and the
emergency batteries.
 The main battery supplies the ESS BUS
and the DC STBY BUS through the HOT
MAIN BAT BUS.
 The emergency battery supplies the
EMER BUS through the HOT EMER BAT
BUS
 The AC STBY BUSSES are supplied by
inverter 1 through the HOT MAIN BAT
BUS.
 Batteries discharges is indicated by the
amber arrows on the MAIN ELEC PWR
panel and the MFD AC/DC electric
system page.
 Press TRU pushbutton.
 The TRU pushbutton must be selected
ON. As a result, 93 PA contactor closes
supplying the TRU with ACW.
DUAL GENERATORS FAULT

DESCRIPTION:
The TRU delivers DC to:

 ESS BUS and STBY BUSSES through 96
PA contactor,
 EMER BUS through 95 PA contactor,
 inverter 1 through 97 PA contactor.
Simultaneously, batteries arrows

extinguishes,
 TRU selection is indicated by the ON light
on TRU pushbutton. Amber arrow
indicates that the TRU is in operation.
 Select BAT switch on OVRD position.
 In order to preselect busses supply from
batteries (in case of TRU failure), the
guarded BAT toggle switch has to be
selected on OVRD according to
procedure.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION Feeder Overheat
FEEDER OVERHEAT:
 A failure will be detected by the MFC

comparing the signal from sensors.
Feeder Overheat  The feeder overheat will be indicated on the
RH maintenance panel
 and memorized by the MFC.
 At touchdown, the MFC will output a GEN
de-excitation signal to the GCU.
 As a result, the generator comes off line and
FAULT illuminates on DC GEN pushbutton.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION Hotel Mode System Descripton
HOTEL MODE SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
 HOTEL MODE = RH engine running + Propeller brake ON + Gust lock ON + RH condition lever at feather.
Hotel Mode System Descripton
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION Hotel Mode System Descripton
HOTEL MODE SYSTEM DESCRIPTION:
 In Hotel mode, only DC and AC constant

frequency power supply is available. ACW
power supply is not available since ACW
generator is linked to the propeller reduction
gearbox.
 This mode, available on the RH engine, is

used only on ground, to provide A/C
electrical supply and air conditioning.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION Hotel Mode System Operation
HOTEL MODE SYSTEM OPERATION:
 The Hotel Mode allows the aircraft to be free

Hotel Mode System Operation from a Ground Power Unit.
 The entire main electrical network is supplied

by DC GEN 2.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION Ground Handling Bus System Description
GROUND HANDLING BUS SYSTEM:
For ground operations, the Service Bus and the Ground Handling bus can be directly supplied from external power.
Ground Handling Bus System Description
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION Ground Handling BusSystem Operation
GROUND HANDLING BUS SYSTEM

OPERATION:
 The GROUND HANDLING BUS is supplied by

Ground Handling BusSystem Operation the main battery when the cargo door control
panel is open.
 As the cargo door control panel opens, the
GROUND HANDLING BUS is automatically
supplied by the main battery through the HOT
MAIN BAT BUS.
 This is indicated by the red "GND HDL/ON
BAT" light located on the cargo door control
panel.
 In addition, the GROUND HANDLING BUS is
also supplied when refueling control panel is
open, or when passengers door is open.
 When a Ground Power Unit (GPU) is
connected and AVAIL light illuminated, the
BPCU automatically controls 8PX and 6PX
relays to close, supplying the GROUND
HANDLING BUS through the SERVICE BUS.
 The ON light illuminates on the DC GND
SERVICE BUS pushbutton located on the
attendant's panel.
 Simultaneously the BPCU, thanks to 6PX
closed, opens 2PX relay and the red light on
cargo door control panel extinguishes.
Note: The GPU has priority over the main
battery.
 When the aircraft is powered by the GPU, the
GROUND HANDLING BUS is supplied by the
DC BUS 1 through the SERVICE BUS.In flight,
a ground /flight logic within the BPCU inhibits
the GROUND HANDLING BUS supply (6PX
relay opens).
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION Service Bus Operation
SERVICE BUS OPERATION:
 When a Ground Power Unit (GPU) is

connected and AVAIL light illuminated, the
Service Bus Operation BPCU automatically controls 8PX and 6PX
relays to close, supplying the SERVICE
BUS.
Note:The GROUND HANDLING BUS is

supplied from the SERVICE BUS.
 The ON light illuminates on the DC GND

SVCE BUS pushbutton located on the Flight
Attendant Panel.
 When the BAT switch and the EXT PWR
pushbutton are selected "ON", the BPCU
automatically controls the 10PX relay to
close, and 8PX to open.
Note: The SERVICE BUS is supplied from

the DC BUS 1.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION Service Bus Operation
SERVICE BUS OPERATION:
 In flight, in normal operation, the SERVICE BUS is supplied from the DC BUS 1.
 In flight, a ground / flight logic within the BPCU inhibits the GROUND HANDLING BUS supply (6PX relay opens).
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION DC Starters Generators
DC STARTER GENERATOR:
 The DC starter / generator is mounted on the

Accessory gear box (AGB).
DC Starters Generators  To ease maintenance, the DC starter generator is
attached on the AGB by means of a clamp.
 A speed sensor incorporated in the DC starter /
generator sends a speed reference to the
associated Generator Control Unit (GCU) for the
starter cut-out point and the generator on-line
point.
 An air intake and an air outlet provide cooling for
the DC starter / generator.
DESCRIPTION:
The DC starter / generators are designed to start the

engine and supply the DC twin channels aircraft
system.
Starter performances:
 Maximum input current: 1275 A.
Generator performances:
 Rated nominal voltage: 30 V,
 Rated nominal load current: 400 A (continuous
operation),
 Rated output power: 12 kW (400 A - 30 V
continuous operation)
The machine rotates anti-clockwise when viewed

from the shaft end.
The shear section of the drive shaft is rated to break
at 18.4 m/ Kg.
The maximum operating altitude is 35,000 feet.
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OPERATION:
By a field weakening technique provided within the associated GCU, each starter/ generator (in starter mode) is able to run a motor up to and
slightly beyond the point at which the engine is normally self-sustained.
A magnetic pick-up (speed sensor), incorporated in each starter/ generator, send a signal to each GCU to control:
 Starter cut-out point (45% NH).
 Generator on-line point (61.5% NH).
Operational modes of each starter/ generator
are the following:
 Ground starting mode:
In starting mode each starter/ generator rotates
the first engine (be it the left or the right
one).Once the first engine is running, if DC
external power is not available, you can start
the second engine throught the X START
system, using the main battery and the running
DC generator in the following way:
-Between 0% and 10% NH main battery, alone,
gives electrical power (in order to keep a
minimum mechanical and electrical inrush
loads),
-From 10% to 45% NH main battery is assisted
by the other operating starter / generator.
Note: The Ground power Unit has priority either

over the starter/ generator
or the main battery providing (alone) engine
starting.The cross-start is inhibited while using
external power.
 Flight mode:
In flight, the cross-start does not operate and
engine starting can be done only by the main
battery.
 Generating mode:
When an engine reaches 61 % NH, the related
starter/ generator operates as generator.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION DC Generator Control Unit
DC GENERATOR CONTROL UNIT:
Two DC Generator Control Units (GCU) are located in the RH electrical racks:
 GCU 1 on shelf 95VU
DC Generator
 GCU 2 on Control Unit
shelf 94VU
DESCRIPTION:
Located on the front face of each unit, magnetic annunciators and a test pushbutton allow respectively identification of a faulty component and
testing of the GCU protection circuits.
The Generator Control Unit (GCU), associated with each DC starter / generator, provides control for starter and generator operation.
The GCU monitors the point of regulation where the voltage is maintened constant as load varies and provides fault detection and protection
for:
 Over / undervoltage
 Over / underspeed,
 Differential fault current,
 Generator overload,
 Bus tie lock out.
 Reverse current,
 Power and fault current limiting,
 Equalizing load in case of BTC failed closed.
OPERATION:
 Depressing the "CC SW" (Confidence Check Switch) allows the GCU protection circuit to be tested.
 Associated to the switch, a "CC" light indicates, when illuminated, that the test is in progress.
 If the GCU operates properly, "CC" light extinguishes.
 If a failure is detected, "CC" light remains illuminated as long as the switch is depressed.The "GEN" (generator) magnetic announciator turns
on either for a generator speed sensor failure, or when an undervoltage condition is detected with a high excitation level provided the generator
speed is greater than 45 % or when an overload is detected by the Hall Effect Sensors.
 To reset the magnetic announciators, the "RESET", switch has to be depressed.
 If the fault persists, the magnetic announciator will turn on again.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION Hall Effect Sensors
HALL EFFECT SENSORS LOCATION:

The Hall effect sensors are located in the engine
rear nacelle / wing spar area and in the 123 VU
electronic racks panel.
Hall Effect Sensors DESCRIPTION:
There are four Hall Effect Sensors. Two for each
DC starter / generator channel provide through the
related GCU:
 Overload protection,
 Differential fault protection,
 Current measuring,
 Current limiting function.
An overload or a short circuit detected by the Hall
Effect Sensors will be indicated by the "DP"
(Differential Protection) magnetic announciator
located on the GCU front face.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION DC Bus Power Control Unit
DC BUS POWER CONTROL UNIT:
The DC Bus Power Control Unit (BPCU) is located

DC Bus Power Control Unit in the RH electronics rack shelf 95VU.
DESCRIPTION:
Located on the front face of the unit are Magnetic

Annunciators and a test pushbutton, allow
respectively identification of a faulty component and
testing of the BPCU protection circuits.
The Bus Power Control Unit (BPCU) controls:

 Main busses tie
 Load shedding
 Service bus
 Ground handling bus
 Battery start contactor
 Cranking by main battery
 External power Contactor -EPC- (11 PG)
DC BUS POWER CONTROL UNIT:
The external power current quality is

checked and "declared available" when:
 No overvoltage is detected,
 No undervoltage is detected,
 No overcurrent is detected.
OPERATION:
Built-in Test:
The BPCU provides built-in test (BITE) controls
and display accessible from the front panel of
the unit.
BITE has two separate functions:
 Confidence check,
 Shut-down fault annunciation.
Confidence check:
Depressing the "CC SW" (Confidence Check
Switch) allows the BPCU protection circuit to be
tested.
The confidence check can be operated only on
ground.a "CC" indicator light comes on to show
test in progress.
If a failure is detected, the "CC" indicator stay on

for 60 seconds.
After 10 ± 1 seconds (testing time) the "CC"

indicator light is off if the BPCU operates
correctly.
Shutdown fault annunciation:
The "CONT" (contactor) magnetic annunciator

turns on when the BPCU fails to control the
following contactors:
 Bus tie contactor,
 Utility bus contactor 1 and 2,
 External power contactor,
 Ground handling bus contactor,
 Service bus contactor,
 Ground handling bus transfer contactor,
 Service bus transfer contactor.
The "SCh1" and "SCh2" magnetic annunciators

turns on when the BPCU detects a fault in the
start channels of engine 1 or engine 2.
The "SCh APU" magnetic annunciator is not

applicable to ATR aircraft.
The "BPCU" magnetic annunciator turns on when

the BPCU is faulty.
To reset the magnetic annunciators, the "RESET"

switch has to be depressed.
If the fault persists, the magnetic annunciator will

turn on again.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION Batteries Description
BATTERIES LOCATION:
 MAIN and EMER batteries are mounted on shelf 6 in LEFT electronics rack 80VU.
 Batteries, connected to the air conditioning system for ventilation, are composed of elements series mounted and housed in two stainless
Batteries
steelDescription
epoxy coated boxes: battery cells.
DESCRIPTION:
 DC generation by Main and Emergency batteries are normally utilized to provide stored energy to selected DC and AC CF loads during normal
ground operations, and to critical loads in flight in the event of a total loss of the DC primary generation system.
 In addition, the main battery alone provides electrical power for the main propulsion engines starting during both ground and in flight operations.
 For these applications, two batteries are charged at a constant potential (28V) respectively from DC BUS 2 (main battery) and DC BUS 1 (emer
battery).
 The two batteries are Cadmium Nickel type, 24 volts.
 The main battery (MAIN BAT) has a capacity of 43 Ah and the emergency battery (EMER BAT) has a capacity of 15 Ah.
 A switch located on each battery provides overheat protection. If an overheat occurs, it will cause the relevant battery charge contactor to open.
OPERATION:
All battery control and charge operations are
provided by two MultiFunction Computers (MFC).
Normal supply from batteries (on ground) or in the
event that they are used as emergency sources
(in flight) is as follows:
 Main battery, via HOT MAIN BAT BUS,
supplies:
- DC ESS BUS,
- DC STBY BUS.
 INV 1 which supplies 115 and 26 VAC STBY
BUSSES only.
 Emergency battery, via HOT EMER BAT BUS,
supplies:
- DC EMER BUS,
- DC STBY BUS and INV 1 (115/26 VAC STBY
busses) by pressing "OVRD/UNDV"
pushbutton.
In addition, on ground only, main battery supplies
the DC GND HDLG BUS.
Batteries supply capacity allows 30 minutes of safe flight and landing.

In emergency conditions, so as not to discharge the batteries, the alternating power supply is provided by 115 VACW BUS 2 through a
Transformer Rectifier Unit.
However, this only supplies:
 DC EMER,
 ESS BUS,
 DC STBY BUS,
 115 and 26 VAC STBY BUSSES (via INV 1).
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION Multi Function Computers
MULTI FUNCTION COMPUTERS:
The two Multi-Function Computers (MFC) are located in the RH electronic racks:
 MFC 1 on shelf 91 VU
Multi
 MFCFunction
2 onComputers
shelf 92 VU
DESCRIPTION:
 Multi-Function Computers 1 and 2 provide controls

for batteries proper operation and transfer
contactors controls.
 MFCs control the BAT CHG contactor and monitor

the current charge and abnormal battery operating
condition or thermal runaway.For safety purposes,
the main battery is controlled by MFC 1 module 1B,
or MFC 2 module 2B, and emergency battery is
controlled by MFC 1 module 1A, or MFC 2 module
2A.
 Transfer contactors are controlled in the same way.
MULTI FUNCTION COMPUTERS:
Battery control and protective functions are provided by the two MFC's.
The control and protective functions are the following:
 Battery charge control,
 High charging current protection,
 Battery overheat protection,
 Thermal runaway protection,
 Shunt open line protection,
 Battery charge contactor disagree control.
BATTERY CHARGE CONTROL:
Each MFC controls the charge phase of the associated battery and then the related contactor by monitoring the following parameters:
 Charging current at he related shunt,
 Voltage of related main bus,
 Position of related CHG pushbutton switch,
 Internal temperature of related battery,
 BAT selector switch on OVRD position and engine starting signal.
BATTERY CHARGE CONTROL:
Each MFC will close the related battery charge contactor whenever the following conditions are present:
 Voltage of related main bus higher than 25 V,
 The related CHG pushbutton switch pressed,
 Engine starting signal not present and BAT selector switch not in OVRD position.
HIGH CHARGING CURRENT PROTECTION:
 If the charging current remains higher than 150A for 90 seconds, MFC 1 and/or MFC 2 operates immediate opening and lockout of related
battery charge contactor, interrupting the charging and at the same time it sends a signal for the activation of crew alerting system.
 The battery charging can be reset by cycling the related CHG P/B SW.
BATTERY OVERHEAT PROTECTION:
 In the event of a battery overtemperature (>71°+/- 2.8 ° C) the related MFC opens and locks-out the related charge contactor, interrupting
battery charging, and CCAS is activated.
 Battery reset is possible by cycling the related CHG pushbutton.
THERMAL RUNAWAY PROTECTION:

 Each MFC prevents thermal runaways of a related battery under all operating conditions and monitors the charging current value by means
of one-minute sampling periods.
 Thermal runaway control and detection circuit (inside each MFC) operate whenever the charging current is between 10 A and 150 A.
 An incipient thermal runaway is detected when the following increasing rates (3 A) of charging current are counted for two successive one-
minutes periods.
 Upon detection of an incipient thermal runaway, MFC 1 or MFC 2 cause opening and lockout of related charge contactor, interrupting the
causes and CCAS is activated.
 Battery charging can be reset by cycling the related CHG pushbutton.
SHUNT OPEN LINE PROTECTION:

 In the event of an open line condition between each charge/discharge shunt and the related MFC, the related charge contactor opens and
locks-out, interrupting battery charging, and CCAS is activated.
 In this case, battery charging reset is not possible.
BATTERY CHARGE CONTACTOR DISAGREE:

 When a disagreement occurs between the power contacts position of one of two charge contactors and the related command given by the
contactor coil control circuit (contact mechanically locked in open position), related MFC detects a "disagree signal" providing illumination of
"FAULT" legend on CHG pushbutton switch and CCAS is activated.
 In this case, reset is not possible.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION Transformer Rectifier Unit
TRANSFORMER RECTIFIER UNIT:
Transformer Rectifier Unit The Transformer Rectifier Unit is located on

the floor of the shelf 96 VU.
DESCRIPTION:
AC power (115/200 VAC, 3 phase, 341/488

Hz) is provided to the TRU input.
With TRU pushbutton depressed, TRU is

able to provide 60 A at 28 VDC.
This mode of distribution is indicated by

illumination of arrow, on 91 PA pushbutton.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION Transformer Rectifier Unit
OPERATION:
With TRU pushbutton depressed, TRU, supplied by the ACW BUS 2, provides unlimited power to the emergency loads.
 EMER BUS (through contactor 95 PA activated),
 ESS BUS (through contactor 96 PA activated),
 STBY BUS (through contactor 4 PD activated),
 Inverter 1 (INV 1), which supplies the 26/115 VAC STBY busses (through contactor 97 PA activated).
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION DC External Power
DC EXTERNAL POWER LOCATION:

The DC external receptacle, which can be reached through an
access door, is installed on the forward section of the aircraft.
DC External Power DESCRIPTION:

The DC external power system is composed of:
 An external power
 An external power receptacle
-It has three pins: two for power transfer and a smaller one
for its control.
The smaller will automatically switch off power to prevent
arcing if external power is removed.
 A Hall Effect Current Sensor
-Installed on the external power channel, it sends a signal to
the BPCU for external power overload protection.
In addition it sends signals directly to the current measuring
instrument.
 The BPCU
-Receives, from the external receptacle and the Hall Effect
Sensor, external power quality signals and, by monitoring
them, provides control, protection, and fault detection for
the DC external power system.
 An external power contactor 11 PG
Is controlled by the BPCU and, when it is closed, connects
external power to DC Bus 1 (and through BTC in closed
position, to DC Bus 2), and to the start line.
 DC CNCTD white light corresponds, when illuminated, to

the cockpit "AVAIL" light.
OPERATION:
DC POWER NOT USED push-to-test white light

indicates, when illuminated, that the external
contactor 11 PG is not closed (Aircraft not
supplied from GPU) and service bus is not
supplied from GPU.
When a GPU is connected to DC external

receptacle, BPCU controls external power
quality (correct polarity and voltage), and if
acceptable, illuminates:
 DC CNCTD indicator light 12 PG on DC
external power control panel,
 DC POWER NOT USED indicator light 14 PG
on DC external power control panel trough
contactor 11 PG and DC service bus transfer
contactor 8 PX both opened,
 AVAIL legend on EXT PWR pushbutton 2 PG
(MAIN ELEC PWR panel).
OPERATION:
 In this way, with BAT selector switch 7 PA in ON position, by pressing EXT PWR pushbutton in ON position, BPCU closes contactor
connecting DC bus 1 and the start line to the GPU.
 This operation is shown by illumination of the ON legend on EXT PWR pushbutton.In this way, DC Bus 1 can supply all its busses, and
trough the bus-tie contactor closed, DC Bus 2 (BTC pushbutton in released position).
 In addition, when the GPU is connected to the external receptacle, the BPCU automatically closes ground handling contactor 6 PX
connecting ground handling bus to the GPU through the SVCE BUS.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION Contactors
CONTACTORS LOCATION:
 Utility busses contactors are located in the 122 VU

panel.
Contactors  Service bus contactors are located in the 121 VU
panel.
 Ground handling bus contactors are located in the
95 VU panel.
 The other busses contactors are located in the 123
VU panel.
To make removal and installation easier, "PLUG-IN"

contactors are widely used.
CONTACTORS OPERATION:
 Contactors are used to connect generators

 External power
 Batteries to the electrical network.
CONTACTORS OPERAION:
Transfer contactors allows bus bars to be supplied by different

sources in accordance with the aircraft electrical network
status:
 11 and 12 PU connect respectively the starter / generators
1 and 2 to the DC BUS 1 and 2.
Note:These contactors are controlled by the DC GCU 1 and 2.
 16 PU connects the DC bus 1 to the DC BUS 2 in case
of a generator failure or when external power is used.
Note:This contactor is controlled by the BPCU.
 29 PU and 30 PU connect respectively the UTILITY

BUS 1 and 2 to the DC BUS 1 and 2.
Note:These contactors are controlled by the BPCU.
 11 PG connects external power to the network.

Note:This contactor is controlled by the BPCU.
 42 and 23 PA connect respectively the emergency and

the main batteries to the DC BUS 1 and to the DC BUS
2.
Note:These contactors are controlled by the MFCs.
 1 PA connects, through 3 PA, the ESS BUS to the DC

BUS 1 following a main battery charge fault, OR
connects, through 58 PA, the EMER BUS to the DC
BUS 1 following an emergency battery charge fault.
Note:1 PA is closed when BUS 1 is normally supplied.
 2 PA connects, through 13 PD, the inverter 1 to the DC

BUS 1, or the HOT MAIN BAT BUS when batteries are
the only available sources.
Note:2 PA is a normally closed contactor.
 3 PA connects the ESS BUS to the HOT MAIN BAT

BUS, or the DC BUS 1 in case of main battery failure.
NOTE:3 PA is a normally closed contactor.
 58 PA normally connects the EMER BUS to the HOT

EMER BAT BUS, or the DC BUS 1 in case of
emergency battery charge failure.
NOTE:58 PA is a normally closed contactor.
 93 PA connects the ACW BUS 2 to the TRU.

 95 PA connects the TRU to the EMER BUS.
 96 PA connects the TRU to the ESS BUS.
 97 PA connects the TRU to the inverter 1.
 4 PD normally connects the DC STBY BUS to
the HOT EMER BAT BUS, or the HOT MAIN
BAT BUS when on batteries or following an
emergency battery failure.
Note:4 PD is a normally closed contactor.
 13 PD normally connects inverter 1 to the DC
BUS 1, or the HOT EMER BAT BUS following
a dual generators fault and a main battery
undervoltage.
Note:13 PD is a normally closed contactor.
 2PX connects the GROUND HANDLING BUS
to the main batterry through the HOT MAIN
BAT BUS.
Note:This power relay is controlled by the
BPCU.
 6 PX connects the GROUD HANDLIG BUS to
the SERVICE BUS.
Note:This power relay is controlled by the
BPCU.
 8 PX directly connects the DC SERVICE BUS
to the GPU.
Note: This contactor is controlled by the
BPCU.
 10 PX connects directly the DC SERVICE
BUS to the DC BUS 1.
Note:This contactor is controlled by the
BPCU.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION Feeders Overheat Sensors
FEEDERS OVERHEAT SENSORS:
In order to detect any open wire condition, two thermal sensors

Feeders Overheat Sensors (feeder overheat sensors) are located on the joints of the two
conductors.
Feeder overheat sensors and feeder connections are located in
the electrical rack 90 VU and protected by a cover.
DESCRIPTION:
 The feeders are made of copper from starter / generator to
terminal block 503 VT.
 From terminal block 503 VT to electrical rack 90 VU, feeders
are made of two nickel-plated aluminium leads connected in
parallel.
 After electrical rack, feeders are made of copper again.
 The connections are checked by two feeder overheat sensors
(thermistances) which monitor feeders temperature due to
current flows.
 The two sensors send temperature values to the
MultiFunction Computer (MFC) for analysis.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.30 DC GENERATION Feeders Overheat Sensors
A feeder overheat detection system comprises the following

components:
 Feeders,
 Two sensors to detect a possible feeder overheat due to a faulty
connection,
 The MultiFunction Computer (MFC 1 for system 1 and MFC 2 for
system 2),
The magnetic annunciator "BITE LOADED" which memorizes a
feeder overheat.
OPERATION:
The purpose of this system is to provide warning signals if one of the

two conductors open.
 The two temperature signals are send to the modules 1A and 2A
of MFC's.
Different temperature values between the two sensors will indicate
different values of current flowing through the conductors.
 Whenever the difference between the two temperature values is
greater than 15 +/- 1° C (as a result of one open wire condition)
the MFC's will provide a warning signal and will cause (aircraft on
ground only) shutdown on the relevant DC generating channel.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.37 DC MEASURING System Description
DC MEASURING SYSTEM:
Located at the left hand Maintenance Panel (DC),
The DC measuring system gives voltage and current indication by:
 A Voltmeter
24.37 DC MEASURING
 An Ammeter
System Description
 A Control Selector.
 The two DC instruments and the selector are installed on LH maintenance panel (101 VM).
The selector controls the voltage and current if it is set to each single DC generating source as follows:
 S/G 1 (GEN 1)
 S/G 2 (GEN 2)
 Main Battery (MAIN BAT)
 Emergency Battery (EMER BAT)
 DC external power (EXT PWR)
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.37 DC MEASURING System Description
DC MEASURING SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
Current indications are given, by two Hall Effect Current sensors through a separate output.
Another Hall Effect Current sensor (for external power channel) gives current indications relevant to the DC external power.
Voltage indications, for each channel, are given by the related Point Of Regulation (POR) installed at the load end of each generator feeder.
In addition an ammeter, with a center zero, is installed on MAIN ELEC PWR panel. It shows the charge and discharge current, in true
amperes, of battery selected by BAT SEL switch on the same panel.
This measurement occurs through the related charge/discharge shunt 22PA (MAIN BAT) and 39PA (EMER BAT).
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.37 DC MEASURING System Operation
SYSTEM OPERATION:
 DC generator parameters are displayed on the DC indicators located on the LH Maintenance Panel.
 Load is measured from the Hall Effect Sensors.
System Operation
 Voltage from the feeders.
 ELEC IND selector must be set in GEN 1 position.
 When selected on the proper position, the ELEC IND selector allows the relevant parameters to be displayed.
SYSTEM OPERATION:
 Batteries voltage is measured at HOT MAIN BAT BUS and HOT EMER BAT BUS level respectively for main and emergency batteries.
--Voltage is displayed on the DCV indicator located on the LH maintenance panel.
--When selected on the proper position, the ELEC IND selector allows the relevant parameters to be displayed.
 Load is measured from shunts, and indicated on the DC AMP indicator located on the main electrical power control panel.
 Selecting the BAT SEL switch on Main position allows the battery load to be checked (charge or discharge).
 The indicator represents the main battery discharge.
 Selecting the BAT SEL switch on Emer position allows the battery load to be checked (charge or discharge).
 The indicator represents the emergency battery discharge.
SYSTEM OPERATION:
 DC external power parameters are displayed on the DC indicators located on the LH maintenance panel.
--Load is measured from the Hall Effect sensor,
--Voltage from the feeder.
 ELEC IND selector must be set in EXT PWR position.
 When selected on the proper position, the ELEC IND selector allows the relevant parameters to be displayed.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.21 MAIN AC GENERATION (CONSTANT FREQUENCY) System Description
MAIN AC GENERATION (CONSTANT FREQUENCY)

The diagram above will be used to support the AC general description. It reflects "what's behind" the main electrical power panel in a
simplified way.
The aircraft AC distribution consists in:
24.21 MAIN AC GENERATION (CONSTANT FREQUENCY)
 two busses of 115 VAC (AC BUS 1 & AC BUS 2),
System Description
 two busses of 26 VAC (AC BUS 1 & AC BUS 2),
 an AC STBY BUS of 115 VAC,
 an AC STBY BUS of 26 VAC.
Each AC BUS is split into a 115 VAC and a

26 VAC busses.
115V AC BUS 1 supplies following

consumers:
 Electrical Power
 Navigation
 Pneumatic
115V AC BUS 2 supplies following

consumers:
 Air Conditioning
 Electrical Power
 Lights
 Navigation
26V AC BUS 1 supplies following consumers:

 Flight controls
 Navigation
26V AC BUS 2 supplies following consumers:

 Navigation
115V AC STBY BUS supplies following consumers:

 Communications
 Fire Detection
 Ice and Rain Protection
 Indicating and Recording
 Lights
26V AC STBY BUS supplies following consumers:

 Flight controls
 Indicating and Recording
 Navigation
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION:
 The AC constant frequency is provided by two static inverters which convert DC into AC.
 Inverter 1 is normally supplied from the DC BUS 1
 Inverter 2 from the DC BUS 2.
 Inverter 1 normally supplies the AC BUS 1 & the AC STBY BUS.
 Inverter 2 normally supplies the AC BUS 2.
 The Electronic Flight Control Panel (EFCP) may be used manually to display on Multi Function Display (MFD) the electrical system page
(AC/DC Electrical format).
 In case of single inverter failure, the operating inverter automatically supplies all the AC BUSSES.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.21 MAIN AC GENERATION (CONSTANT FREQUENCY) System Normal Operation

In normal operation:
 Inverter 1 supplies the AC BUSSES 1 (26 / 115 V) and the AC STBY BUSSES (26 / 115 V),
 Inverter 2 supplies the AC BUSSES 2 (26 / 115 V).
System Normal Operation
The Electronic Flight Control Panel (EFCP) may be used manually to display on Multi Function Display (MFD) the electrical system page
(AC/DC Electrical format).
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.21 MAIN AC GENERATION (CONSTANT FREQUENCY) System Abnormal Operation
SYSTEM ABNORMAL OPERATION:
Any electrical failure will be indicated by:

 A single chime.
System Abnormal
 Master Operation
"CAUTION" flashing.
 Amber "ELEC INV" on Engine Warning Display (EWD).
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.21 MAIN AC GENERATION (CONSTANT FREQUENCY) System Abnormal Operation
 Should inverter 1 fail, 19 XA relay opens and BUS OFF light illuminates on MAIN ELEC PWR panel and on MFD SD ELEC DC/AC page.
 Simultaneously, the AC STBY BUSSES are supplied from inverter 2.
 Ten seconds later, 9 XA bus-tie relay closes and AC BUSSES 1 (26 / 115 volts) are supplied from inverter 2.
 BUS OFF light extinguishes and INV FAULT light illuminates on MAIN ELEC PWR panel and on MFD SD ELEC DC/AC page.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.21 MAIN AC GENERATION (CONSTANT FREQUENCY) Inverters
INVERTERS LOCATION:
Inverters 1 and 2 are located in the RH electrical

racks:
Inverters  Inverter 1 on shelf 93VU,
 Inverter 2 on shelf 94VU.
DESCRIPTION:
Inverters are designed to operate with both natural

convection and forced cooling.
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Power:
 500 VA continuous operation (575 VA for 30
minutes),
 750 VA for 5 minutes (forced air cooling),
 500 VA for 30 minutes with convection cooling
only.
Output voltage:
 115 +/- 4 V
 26 +/- 1V
Nominal Frequency:
 400 +/- 5 Hz single phase
DC input supply voltage:
18 to 31 V from main DC busses.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.21 MAIN AC GENERATION (CONSTANT FREQUENCY) Inverters
OPERATION:
In normal conditions with both DC main busses
supplied either by starter/ generators or by a Ground
Power Unit,
INV1 is supplied by DC BUS1 and INV2 by DC BUS 2.
The AC distribution network is supplied as follows:

INV 1 supplies:
 115 and 26 VAC BUS 1 through INV1 control relay
19 XA closed.
This is relay supplied by 28 VDC EMER BUS and is
closed by MFC that receives a signal of correct
power supply from INV1.
 115 and 26 VAC STBY BUS through AC STBY
BUSSES transfer relay 33 XA opened.
INV2 supplies:
 115 and 26 VAC BUS 2 through INV 2 BUS control
relay 20 XA closed.
This is relay supplied by 28 VDC ESS BUS and is
closed by MFC that receives a signal of correct
power supply from INV2.
 115 and 26 VAC STBY BUS through STBY
BUSSES transfer relay 33 XA closed.
NOTE: With BTC pushbutton ( on MAIN ELEC PWR

panel), released, the system is in standby to close bus
tie relay 9 XA,
connecting AC busses 1 and 2 together, should either
one inverter fail to operate or lose input power.
If the BTC pushbutton is in ISOL position, the BTR 9
XA will be locked open.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.22 MAIN AC GENERATION (WILD FREQUENCY) System Description
ACW SYSTEM DESCRIPTION:
The diagram above will be used to support the ACW general description. It reflects "what's behind" the AC WILD electrical power panel in a
simplified way.
24.22 MAIN AC GENERATION (WILD FREQUENCY)
The Aircraft ACW distribution consists of two main busses (ACW BUS 1 and ACW BUS 2). Additionally, a SERVICE BUS provides supply for
System
aircraftDescription
services such as the galley power.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION:
115 ACW BUS 1 supplies following

consumers:
 Ice and rain protection
 Lights.
115 ACW BUS 2 supplies following

consumers:
 Electrical power
 Ice and rain protection
 Lights.
115 ACW SVCE BUS supplies following

consumers:
 Electrical power
 Lights.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION:
The ACW (wild frequency) power source is provided by

two ACW Generators driven by the Power Turbines
through the Propeller Reduction Gear Box (RGB).
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION:
A Generator Control Unit (GCU) associated with each generator provides control for generator operation.
A Bus Power Control Unit (BPCU) controls:
 Main busses tie
 Load shedding
 Service bus
 External power
An AC external receptacle allows the Aircraft to be supplied from a Ground Power Unit (GPU).
Contactors are used to connect the alternators and the external power to the ACW electrical network.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.22 MAIN AC GENERATION (WILD FREQUENCY) System Normal Operation

 During ground operations, an AC GPU can be
used to supply ACW busses.
 When the electrical power is determined to be
System Normal Operation within acceptable limits by the BPCU, the
"AVAIL" light illuminates on AC WILD ELEC
PWR panel.
 If ACW SVCE BUS pushbutton on cabin
attendant's panel is released, "SHED" light
illuminates.
Note: The ACW SVCE BUS pushbutton must
be set to "ON" position.
 Selecting "ON" the ACW SVCE BUS
pushbutton on Flight Attendant's Panel allows
to supply ACW SVCE BUS from external
power.
 The ACW SVCE BUS may be supplied even
with battery switched "OFF" on MAIN ELEC
PWR Panel.
 The BAT switch must be set to "ON" position
to use the GPU.
 Then the EXT PWR pushbutton must be also
depressed to "ON" position.
 When BAT switch is set to "ON" position and
EXT PWR pushbutton is selected "ON", AC
GPU supplies ACW busses.
Note: The ACW SVCE BUS is now supplied
through ACW BUS 1.
 Following ENG 2 start, as the Condition Lever
is moved in "AUTO" position the minimum
propeller speed is 70.8% (in normal
configuration) for ACW supply. Then ACW
GEN 2 is able to provide current.
 As external power has priority over aircraft
generators, ACW GEN 2 remains off line.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.22 MAIN AC GENERATION (WILD FREQUENCY) System Normal Operation
 The EXT PWR pushbutton must be set to

"OFF" position.
 When EXT PWR pushbutton is selected
"OFF", ACW GEN 2 connects on line and
supplies ACW BUS 2 and ACW BUS 1
through the BTC's.
 As ACW GEN 1 is off line, the ACW SVCE
BUS is automatically shed, to avoid GEN 2
overload.
 Once AC GPU is unplugged, "AVAIL" light
extinguishes.
 Following ENG 1 start, as the Condition
Lever is moved in "AUTO" position the
minimum propeller speed is 70,8% (in
normal configuration) for ACW supply.
 At 66% Np, ACW GEN 1 line contactor
closes and BTC's open.
 Each generator supplies its respective BUS
and ACW SVCE BUS is supplied by ACW
BUS 1.
 The AC WILD ELEC PWR panel is dark,
corresponding to the normal operation.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.22 MAIN AC GENERATION (WILD FREQUENCY) System Abnormal Operation

An ACW Generator failure, will be indicated by:
 A single chime,
System Abnormal Operation  Amber ELEC ACW GEN (1 or 2) on Engine
Warning Display(EWD).
ACW Generator Fault:
 If one ACW generator fails during the

operation, the relevant GCU opens the line
contactor and the BPCU closes the BTC.
 The BPCU automatically sheds the ACW
SVCE BUS as soon as one generator is off
line.
 All these operations are automatic.
 According to procedure, a faulty generator
reset may be attempted before selecting the
ACW GEN pushbutton definitively OFF.
ACW Generator Overload:
Should an overload occurs, the BPCU

automatically sheds the ACW SVCE BUS.
Electrical Failure:
Any Electrical failure, will be indicated by:

 A single chime,
 Amber ELEC ACW BUS (1 or 2) on
Engine Warning Display(EWD).
ACW BUS OFF:
If a short circuit occurs on one ACW BUS,

the relevant GCU opens the relevant line
contactor and the BPCU sheds the ACW
SVCE BUS.
As a result ACW GEN FAULT light, ACW

BUS OFF light and SHED light illuminate.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.22 MAIN AC GENERATION (WILD FREQUENCY) Hotel Mode System Operation
HOTEL MODE SYSTEM OPERATION:
In Hotel Mode, as Propeller is stopped, ACW is not available.
Hotel Mode System

Np information = Operation
0 appear on the EWD upper area.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.22 MAIN AC GENERATION (WILD FREQUENCY) ACW Generators
ACW GENERATORS:
Each ACW generator, brushless air-cooled type, is attached to the related engine propeller Reduction Gear Box (RGB) with mounting flange
adapters and Quick-Attach / Detach (QAD) coupling rings.
ACW Generators
DESCRIPTION:
 A case allows generator cooling
 Each ACW generator is rated to continuously supply 20 KVA over a load power factor range from 0.75 lagging to unity within the speed
range of 10245 to 14634 RPM.
 The output voltage of each ACW generator is 115 / 200 VAC wild frequency with a normal operating frequency range of 341 to 488 Hz
corresponding to 70 to 100% Np.
OPERATION:
ACW (variable) frequency power source is provided by two ACW generators driven by the power turbine through the propeller Reduction Gear
Box (RGB).
The two ACW generator are connected to their

channels by pressing related ACW GEN 1 and
ACW GEN 2 pushbuttons installed on AC WILD
ELEC PWR panel.
In this condition, GCU circuits are activated and,
if all required parameters are within limits,
contactor 5XU and 6XU are closed, connecting
each ACW generator to the proper channel.
In normal conditions, ACW generator 1 supplies
(through contactor 5 XU closed) ACW bus 1 and
ACW generator 2 supplies (through contactor
6XU closed) ACW bus 2.
The ACW service bus can be supplied by ACW
BUS 1, provided the relevant ACW GND SVCE
BUS pushbutton, at the flight attendant's panel,
is in ON position.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.22 MAIN AC GENERATION (WILD FREQUENCY) ACW Generators Control Units
ACW GENERATORS CONTROL UNIT:
The two ACW Generator Control Units (GCU)

ACW Generators Control Units are located in the RH electrical racks:
DESCRIPTION:
Located on the front face of each unit,
magnetic annunciators and a test pushbutton
allow respectively identification of a faulty
component and testing of the GCU protection
circuits.
The GCU provides the following controls and

protection functions:
 Voltage regulation,
 Overvoltage,
 Undervoltage,
 Differential protection,
 Over frequency,
 Under frequency,
 Power and fault current limiting,
 Open phase.
OPERATION:
The Generator Control Unit (GCU), associated
with each ACW generator, provides control for
generator operation.
Depressing the CC SW (confidence Check

Switch) allows the GCU protection circuit to be
tested.
Associated to the switch, a CC light indicates,
When illuminated, that the test is in progress.
If the GCU operates properly, the CC light
extinguishes.
If a failure is detected, the CC light remains
illuminated as long as the switch is depressed.
 The GEN (generator) magnetic annunciator turns on either for a generator diode failure or when an undervoltage condition is detetected
with a field current at its maximum value and no under frequency detected.
 The GCU magnetic indicator turns on either for an overvoltage or Undervoltage protection is activated and Field current is not at its
maximum value and no Underfrequency condition is not detected.
 The DP (differential Protection) magnetic annunciator turns on either in case of overload, differential current protection or open phase
detected by the current transformers.
 To reset the magnetic annunciators, the RESET switch has to be depressed. If the fault persists, the magnetic annunciator will turn on
again.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.22 MAIN AC GENERATION (WILD FREQUENCY) Current Transformers
CURRENT TRANSFORMERS LOCATION:
There are four three-phase current transformers:

Current Transformers  2 within each ACW generator
 2 in the electrical racks 126 VU
DESCRIPTION:
Two current transformers for each ACW generator

channel provide through the related GCU:
 Overload protection
 Open phase protection
 Differential current protection
 Current measuring
OPERATION:
 An overload, a differential current protection or an open

phase will be indicated by the DP (differential
protection) magnetic annunciator located on the GCU
front face.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.22 MAIN AC GENERATION (WILD FREQUENCY) ACW Bus Power Control Unit
ACW BUS POWER CONTROL UNIT:
The ACW Bus Power Control Unit (BPCU) is located in the

RH electronics rack shelf 95 VU.
ACW Bus Power Control Unit
DESCRIPTION:
Located on the front face of the unit, magnetic annunciators

and a test pushbutton allow respectively identification of a
faulty component and testing of the BPCU protection circuits.
The Bus Power Control Unit (BPCU) controls main busses tie,
 Load shedding
 The service bus
 External power
The BPCU protective functions are:

 BTC's control and lockout,
 ACW service bus shedding, external power control and monitoring,
 External over-voltage protection,
 External under-voltage protection,
 External overfrequency protection,
 External underfrequency protection,
 External power phase sequence protection,
 External power open phase protection.
OPERATION:
 Depressing the CC SW (confidence Check Switch) allows the BPCU protection circuit to be tested.
 Associated to the switch, a CC light indicates, when illuminated, that the test is in progress.
 If a failure is detected, the CC light remains illuminated as long as the switch is depressed.
 If the BPCU operates properly, the CC light extinguishes.
 The BPCU magnetic annunciator turns on when an overload is detected by a GCU without BTC lockout signal.
 The EXT P (External Power) magnetic annunciator turns on when external power is connected and AVAIL is not illuminated
 To reset the magnetic annunciators, the RESET switch has to be depressed.
 If the fault persists, the magnetic annunciator will turn on again.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.41 AC EXTERNAL POWER CONTROL System Operation
AC EXTERNAL POWER CONTROL:
 To connect the GPU to the network, External Power must be available.

 This is indicated by the "AVAIL" light on the overhead panel and by the "AC CNCTD" and "AC PWR NOT USED" white lights, located on
24.41 AC EXTERNAL POWER CONTROL
the External Power control panel.
System Operation
 When all the conditions are met, the "BAT" switch and the "EXT PWR" pushbutton have to be selected "ON".
 Then, the 11 XG contactor closes, supplying ACW BUS 1 and ACW BUS 2 through the BTC contactors 7 XU and 8 XU.
 As the contactor closes, the "AC PWR NOT USED" extinguishes on the External Power control panel.
 "AC PWR NOT USED" extinguishes also when the "ACW SVCE BUS" is directly supplied by External Power.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.41 AC EXTERNAL POWER CONTROL System Operation
SYSTEM OPERATION:
 ACW Bus Tie Contactors (BTC) operational test is

performed with a GPU and weight on wheels. This test
allows BTC 1 and BTC 2 proper operation to be checked.
 Selecting the guarded "ACW BTC OPNG" toggle switch to

"BTC 1 OPEN" causes contactor 7 XU to open.
 The BTC flow bar extinguishes and "ACW BUS 1 OFF" light
illuminates indicating that BTC 1 is open.
 Restoring the switch to the neutral causes "ACW BUS 1

OFF" light to extinguish and the BTC flow bar to illuminate.
Note:That flow bar is illuminated when both BTC 1 and BTC
2 are closed.
 Selecting the guarded "ACW BTC OPNG" toggle switch to

"BTC 2 OPEN" causes contactor 8 XU to open.
 The BTC flow bar extinguishes and "ACW BUS 2 OFF" light
illuminates indicating that BTC 2 is open.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.41 AC EXTERNAL POWER CONTROL ACW External Power
ACW EXTERNAL POWER:

The AC external power receptacle, which can be reached through
an external access door, is installed in the forward section of the
ACW External Power aircraft.
DESCRIPTION:
This receptacle allows the aircraft to be supplied on ground with

three phase 400 Hz - 115 / 200 VAC power from a Ground Power
Unit (GPU).It has six pins: four for power transfer.
The smaller pins will automatically switch off power to prevent

arcing when external power is removed.
 A three-phase current transformer:
Installed on the external power channel, sends signals to the
BPCU for external power overload and external power open phase
protection. In addition it sends other signals to the BPCU for
external power current measuring.
 The ACW BPCU:
Receives, from external receptacle and the current transformer,
external power quality signals and, by monitoring them, gives
control, protection, fault detection and indications for the AC
external power system.
 An external power contactor:
EPC 11 XG is controlled by BPCU and, when it is closed,
connects external power to ACW busses 1 and 2, through the
BTCs in closed position.
OPERATION:
 "AC CNCTD" push-to-test white light corresponds when illuminated, to the cockpit "AVAIL" light on the overhead panel.
 "ACW PWR NOT USED" push-to-test white light indicates, when illuminated, that the external contactor 11 XG is not closed (aircraft not
supplied from GPU) and service bus is not supplied from GPU.
When a GPU is connected to the AC external receptacle the BPCU controls external power quality (correct voltage, frequency, and phase
sequences) and, if acceptable, illuminates:
 "AC CNCTD" indicator light 14 XG on AC EXT PWR CTL PNL,
 "AC PWR NOT USED" indicator light 12 XG opened and "ACW GND SVCE BUS" membrane key (attendant panel) released,
 "AVAIL" legend on "EXT PWR" pushbutton 10 XG (AC WILD ELEC PWR panel).
In this way, with "BAT" selector switch 7 PA in "ON" position, by pressing "EXT PWR" pushbutton in "ON" position the BPCU closes EPC and
BTCs (via the BTC pushbutton released) connecting ACW busses 1 and 2 to the GPU.This operation is shown by the illumination of:
 "ON" legend on "EXT PWR " pushbutton,
 Flow bar legend on BTC pushbutton,
 "AC PWR NOT USED" extinguishes (if AC service bus is used).
The BPCU, which controls the AC external power system, is supplied by DC ESS BUS via "BAT" selector switch 7 PA in "ON" position and/or
directly by ACW three-phase power from AC external power.
In addition, it is possible to supply "ACW SERVICE BUS " trough the GPU, by pressing the "ACW GND SVCE BUS" membrane key 2 MW in
"ON" position.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.41 AC EXTERNAL POWER CONTROL External Power Current Transformers
EXTERNAL POWER CURRENT

TRANSFORMER:
External Power Current Transformers
The current transformer is located in the
electric racks panel 126 VU.
DESCRIPTION:
Through the BPCU, a three-phase current

transformer provides:
 External power
 Current measuring
 Open phase protection
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.46 AC EXTERNAL POWER CONTROL AC external power operation
AC EXT POWER OPERATION:
 To connect the GPU to the network,

24.46 AC EXTERNAL POWER CONTROL external power must be available.
AC external power operation
 This is indicated by the "AVAIL" light on
the overhead panel and by the "DC
CNCTD" and "DC PWR NOT USED" white
lights located on the external power control
panel.
 When all the conditions are met, the "BAT"

switch and the "EXT PWR" pushbutton
have to be selected "ON". Then the 11 PG
contactor closes, supplying DC BUS 1 and
DC BUS 2 through the BTC 16 PU.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.46 AC EXTERNAL POWER CONTROL AC external power operation
AC EXT POWER OPERATION:
 One of the conditions to connect external power is "aircraft on ground". So, when the aircraft is on jacks, this condition is lost.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.27 AC MEASURING AC System Description
AC MEASURING SYSTEM DESCRIPTION:
Located at the left hand Maintenance Panel (AC) 101 VM, the AC (constant frequency) measuring system gives the following indications:
 Voltage by a Voltmeter,
 Load by a Load meter,
24.27 AC MEASURING
 Frequency by a Frequency meter,
AC System Description
 under a Selector.
The selector allows control of the above mentioned parameters if it is set to each single AC generating source as follows:
 Inverter 1 (INV 1)
 Inverter 2 (INV 2)
Voltage and frequency indications are given directly by each single AC generating source always through the selector set.
The AC indication, for AC generation, is given by a shunt internal to each Inverter.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.27 AC MEASURING AC System Operation
AC SYSTEM OPERATION:
 Inverters electrical parameters are displayed on the AC indicators located on the LH maintenance panel.
 ELEC IND selector must be set in "INV 1" (2) position.
 System
AC When Operation
selected on the proper position, the "ELEC IND" selector allows the relevant parameters to be displayed.
Note: The values which are displayed concern the 115 VAC / 400 Hz but not the 26 VAC.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.27 AC MEASURING ACW System Description
ACW SYSTEM DESCRIPTION:
The selector allows control of the above mentioned parameters if it is set to each single ACW generating source as follows:
 ACW Generator 1 (GEN 1)
 ACW
ACW Generator
System 2 (GEN 2)
Description
 ACW external power (EXT PWR)
Voltage and frequency indications are given directly by each single AC generating source always through the selector set.
The AC indication, for AC generation, is given by a shunt internal to each Inverter.
 ACW external power (EXT PWR).
Voltage and frequency indications are always given directly by each single ACW generating source through the selector set.
The ACW three-phase indications, for the ACW channels, are given by the associated three-phase current transformers monitored by the
related GCU.
The ACW three-phase indications, for AC external power, is given by the associated three-phase current transformer monitored by the BCPU.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.27 AC MEASURING ACW System Operation
ACW SYSTEM GENERATION:
 ACW generator parameters are displayed on

the AC indicators located on the LH
ACW System Operation maintenance panel.
 Load is measured from the current transformer
through the GCU (voltage and frequency from
phase C).
 ELEC IND selector must be set in "GEN 1" (2)
position.
 When selected on the proper position, the
"ELEC IND" selector allows the relevant
parameters to be displayed.
 AC external power parameters are displayed

on the AC indicators located on the LH
maintenance panel.
 Load is measured from the current transformer
through the BPCU (voltage and frequency from
phase C).
 ELEC IND selector must be set in "EXT PWR"
position.
 When selected on the proper position, the
ELEC IND selector allows the relevant
parameters to be displayed.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.CI CONTROLS AND INDICATORS AC DC Contol Panel
AC DC CONTROL PANEL:
Electrical system indications are located on Main Electrical Power Control Panel and on Multi Function displays (AC/DC electrical SD page).
The "DC GEN" pushbutton controls the energization of associated generator and the resetting of the protection system after failure:
 ON:
24.CI (pushbutton
CONTROLS depressed without lighting), the associated generator is energized and the associated generator contactor closes if the
AND INDICATORS
network
AC DC electrical parameters are normal.
Contol Panel
On MFD, state 1 is displayed.
The "FAULT" light of the "DC GEN" pushbutton illuminates amber and the CCAS is activated in case of:
 A protection trip is initiated by the associated GCU. If it is caused by an under speed generator, the reset will be automatic. In other cases,
a manual reset has to be performed.
 An opening of a generator contactor except if the pushbutton is selected OFF. In both cases, the BUS TIE CONTACTOR closes and the
affected DC BUS is automatically supplied from the remaining generator.
The "OFF" light of the "DC GEN" pushbutton illuminates white when the pushbutton is released and the associated generator is de-energized
and associated contactor is open.
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The "EXT PWR" pushbutton controls the
Ground Power Unit (GPU):
 No lights: (pushbutton released) when GPU
is not connected.
On MFD, no information is displayed.
 AVAIL: Illuminates green when conditions of
the DC external power connection are met.
 ON: Illuminates cyan and allows to connect
the DC external power when the BAT toggle
switch is selected "ON" with the "EXT PWR"
pushbutton depressed.
 ON: Illuminates cyan when the BAT toggle
switch is selected "ON" with the "EXT PWR"
pushbutton depressed but without external
power connected.
This green symbol is displayed at exit of

corresponding DC Source or AC Source:
 At the top of the DC external power label,
when the external power supplies network.
 At the top of the connected DC generator
label, when the corresponding generator
supplies network.
 At the top of the connected inverter label,
when the corresponding inverter supplies its
busses.
The "BTC" guarded pushbutton controls the DC
Bus Tie Contactor (BTC) which, when it is
closed, connects both main DC BUSSES:
 NORM: (pushbutton released), the BPCU

automatically controls the DC BTC:
In normal condition with both generators
running, the BTC is open allowing isolated
operation of both generators circuits.
In case of external power operation, Hotel Mode

or single generation, the BTC is automatically
closed and the green flow bar is illuminated.On
MFD, state 2 is displayed.
 ISOL: (pushbutton depressed) the BTC is

open and the "ISOL" light illuminates white.
Note: DC 1 and 2 BUSSES are isolated.
AC 1 and 2 BUSSES are isolated.

The "DC BUS OFF" caution light is blank, when
the associated main DC BUS is supplied.

The "DC BUS OFF" caution light illuminates
amber, when the associated main DC BUS is
not supplied. Additionally, if one DC BUS is
"OFF" the CCAS will be also activated.
The "DC SVCE / UTLY BUS" pushbutton controls connection / disconnection of the DC SVCE BUS and both UTLY BUSSES to associated
main DC BUSSES:
 NORM: (pushbutton depressed without lighting), the DC SVCE BUS and both UTLY BUSSES are available unless a load shed signal is
provided by the BPCU.
The "DC SVCE / UTLY BUS" pushbutton can signal:

 SHED: Illuminates amber and the CCAS is activated when a load shed condition controlled by the BPCU is present and at least one DC
UTLY BUS is disconnected from associated main DC BUS.

 OFF: (pushbutton released), the DC SVCE BUS and both UTLY BUSSES are disconnected from associated main DC BUS. The OFF light
illuminates white.
main DC BUSSES:
 NORM: (pushbutton depressed without lighting), the DC SVCE BUS and both UTLY BUSSES are available unless a load shed signal is
provided by the BPCU.
Note: the DC SVCE BUS can be connected to DC BUS 1 or to external power (in accordance with DC network configuration).
main DC BUSSES:
When only DC SVCE BUS is not supplied, on MFD state 2 is displayed.
Note: Additionally, the associated SHED light is illuminated on the attendant's panel.

 OFF: (pushbutton released), the DC SVCE BUS and both UTLY BUSSES are disconnected from associated main DC BUS. The OFF light
illuminates white.
The "TRU" pushbutton controls connection /
disconnection of the Transformer Rectifier Unit (TRU):
NORM: (pushbutton released without lighting) the TRU is
not connected to ACW BUS 2.
On MFD, State 1 is displayed when the ACW BUS 2 is
invalid.
On MFD, State 2 is displayed when the ACW BUS 2 is
valid.
 The "ON" light on the "TRU" pushbutton illuminates
white when the pushbutton is depressed with the TRU
connected to ACW BUS 2. The arrow illuminates
amber when supply of DC EMER BUS, DC STBY
BUS, INV 1 and DC ESS BUS from TRU is effective.
On MFD, State 3 is displayed.
white when the pushbutton is depressed with the TRU
connected to ACW BUS 2, but the TRU is failed.
The "TRU" pushbutton controls disconnection of the

Transformer Rectifier Unit (TRU):
NORM: (pushbutton released), normally the TRU is not
connected anymore to the ACW BUS 2, but it still
continues to supply DC EMER BUS, DC STBY BUS, INV
1 and DC ESS BUS. The arrow remains illuminate
amber.
On MFD, State 5 is displayed when the TRU remains
supplied from ACW BUS 2 due to 93PA contacts welded.
white when the pushbutton is pressed in, but the TRU
is not supplied by ACW BUS 2.
On MFD, State 1 is displayed when the DC Emergency
bus voltage is greater than 18V.
On MFD, State 2 is displayed when the DC Emergency
bus voltage is lower than 18V.
The "STBY BUS" pushbutton controls the transfer of DC standby bus and Inverter 1 from HOT MAIN BAT BUS to HOT EMER BAT BUS:
NORM: (pushbutton released without lighting), the DC standby bus and Inverter 1 are supplied from HOT EMER BAT BUS or HOT MAIN BAT
BUS (in accordance with DC network configuration).
 The "UND/V" light illuminates amber when the MAIN BAT is discharging (DC STBY BUS below 19.5 volts).
Note: If the DC Standby bus voltage is lower than 18V the rectangle changes also to amber.
 The "OVRD" light illuminates white when the pushbutton is depressed to transfer STBY BUSSES (DC and AC through INV 1) to EMER
BAT.
 On MFD, State 1 is displayed when the DC Essential bus voltage is greater than 18V.
On MFD, State 2 is displayed when the DC Essential bus voltage is lower than 18V.
The "BAT" toggle switch is a three positions switch:
 OFF: MAIN BAT and EMER BAT are only connected to
the relevant HOT MAIN and HOT EMER BAT BUSSES.
 ON: With one or both DC GEN, or EXT PWR connected:
 ESS BUS is supplied from HOT MAIN BAT BUS,
 EMER BUS and STBY BUSSES are supplied from
HOT EMER BAT BUS.
On MFD, State 1 is displayed when the corresponding DC
HOT BUS voltage is greater than 18V with the "OVRD"
position not selected.
 ON: With batteries only (without EXT PWR, DC GEN or
TRU):
 ESS BUS, STBY BUSSES (DC and AC through INV1)
are supplied from HOT MAIN BAT BUS,
 EMER BUS is supplied from the HOT EMER BAT
BUS.
HOT BUS voltage is lower than 18V.
Note: When DC HOT BUS voltage is invalid, the readout is
replaced by two amber dashes at the left of the V unit label.
 OVRD: ensures busses are supplied by their respective
battery in case of dual DC GEN loss. This position is
protected by a toggle guard.
 ON or OVRD: with TRU connected (Dual DC GEN loss).
The TRU supplies ESS BUS, EMER BUS and STBY
BUSSES (DC and AC through INV 1).
HOT BUS voltage is greater than 18V with the "OVRD"
position selected.
The "BAT TIE" caution light illuminates amber when
associated battery is discharging:
 Right arrow illuminates amber when the DC ESS BUS is
supplied from the MAIN BAT.
 Left arrow illuminates amber when the DC EMER BUS is
supplied from the EMER BAT.
On MFD, the corresponding amber arrow is displayed.
The "BAT CHG" pushbutton controls the associated
Battery Charge Contactor (BCC) operation:
 ON: (pushbutton depressed without lighting), the
MFC controls the contactor which is closed in
normal operation.
The "BAT CHG" pushbutton controls the associated
Battery Charge Contactor (BCC) operation which
opens in case of:
 Thermal runaway of the battery.
 Under voltage of the DC MAIN BUS (< 25 volts).
 Start sequence is initiated (in this case, both BCC
are open, and will close when start rotary selector
leaves "START" or "CRANK" position).
 A selected "OVRD" position with the BAT toggle
switch.
The "BAT CHG" pushbutton (depressed) can signal:
 FAULT: illuminates amber and the CCAS is
activated in the event of:
- An override detected by the MFC and, in this
case, automatically the BCC opens.
- A failure of the BCC.
The "BAT CHG" pushbutton can signal:
 OFF: (pushbutton released), the BCC is open and
the "OFF" light illuminates white.
The "AC BUS OFF" caution light is blank when the
associated main AC BUS is supplied.
The "AC BUS OFF" caution light illuminates amber
when the associated AC BUS is not supplied.
Additionally, if one AC BUS is "OFF" the CCAS will be
also activated.
 "INV FAULT" caution lights are
extinguished when associated inverters
are in normal condition.
 The "INV FAULT" caution light illuminates
amber and the CCAS is activated when
an under / over voltage is detected at the
output of the associated inverter.
 This, may be caused by an inverter failure
or a power supply loss.
On MFD, State 1 is displayed when AC

STBY BUS is supplied by an inverter.
On MFD, State 2 is displayed when AC

STBY BUSSES are shedded.
The "BTC" guarded pushbutton controls the AC Bus Tie Relay (BTR) which, when it is closed, connects both main AC BUSSES:
 NORM: (pushbutton released) the Multi Function Computer (MFC) controls the AC BTR:
 In normal condition, with both inverters running, the AC BTR is open allowing dependant operation of both inverter circuits.
On MFD, no information is displayed.
 In case of inverter failure, the AC BTR is automatically closed and the corresponding "INV FAULT" light illuminates. Its associated AC
BUSSES are supplied by the remaining valid inverter on the network.
 ISOL: (pushbutton depressed), the AC BTR is open and the "ISOL" light illuminates white.
Note: AC 1 and 2 BUSSES are isolated.
DC 1 and 2 BUSSES are isolated.
 The "BAT AMP" ammeter indicates the charge (CH) / discharge (DCH) current of the selected battery.
The "EMER/MAIN BAT SEL" selector allows

verification of amperage in the selected battery.
The "GND SERVICE BUS" membrane key controls
the supply of the DC SVCE BUS:
 ON: (pushbutton depressed), the ON light is
illuminated green when DC SVCE BUS is
energized.
 SHED: illuminates amber when the DC SVCE BUS
is not supply:
- the DC source is available and the
pushbutton is released,
- the pushbutton is depressed and an
overload occurs.
Note: With EXT PWR available but not ON, only the
cabin attendant's panel pushbutton has control. The
supply of the bus may be performed with batteries
switched OFF.
Note: With EXT PWR selected ON, or under

generator supply, the DC SVCE BUS will be supplied
if both cockpit "DC SVCE / UTLY BUS" pushbutton
and the cabin attendant's panel "GND DC SVCE
BUS" pushbutton are selected ON. As soon as one of
the two pushbuttons is selected OFF, the bus is
isolated.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.CI CONTROLS AND INDICATORS ACW Control Panel
ACW CONTROL PANEL:

Electrical system indications are located on the ACW Electrical Power Control Panel and on the Multi Function displays (ACW / Hydraulic SD page).
The "ACW GEN" pushbutton controls the energization of the associated generator and the resetting of the protection system after failure:
ON: (pushbutton depressed without lighting), the associated generator is energized and the associated generator contactor closes if the network
electrical parameters are normal.
ACW Control Panel
 The "FAULT" light of the "ACW GEN" pushbutton illuminates amber, and the CCAS is activated in case of:
 A protection trip is initiated by the associated GCU. If it is caused by an under speed generator, the reset will be automatic. In other cases, a
manual reset has to be performed.
 An opening of a generator contactor except if pushbutton is selected "OFF".
Note: - In both cases, the BTC's are closed and affected ACW BUS is automatically supplied from the remaining generator. The light extinguishes
and the fault circuit is reset when the pushbutton is cycled to the out position.
- Additionally, the BPCU sheds the ACW SVCE BUS as soon as one generator is off line.
The "OFF" light of the "ACW GEN" pushbutton illuminates white, when the pushbutton is released and the associated generator is de-energized and
associated contactor is open.
 The "ACW BUS OFF" caution light is blank, when the associated main ACW BUS is normally supplied.
 The "ACW BUS OFF" caution light illuminates amber, when the associated main ACW BUS is not supplied. If one ACW BUS is OFF the CCAS
will be also activated.
Note:When the ACW BUS 1 is OFF the ACW SVCE BUS is shedded. On MFD, state 2 is displayed.
ACW CONTROL PANEL:
The "BTC" guarded pushbutton controls ACW Bus Tie Contactors (BTC1
and BTC2) which, when they are closed, connect both main ACW BUSSES
in parallel:
NORM: (pushbutton released), automatically the BPCU controls ACW
BTCs:
 In normal condition with both generators running, BTCs are open
allowing isolated operation of both generator circuits.
and BTC2):
NORM: (pushbutton released), automatically the BPCU controls ACW
BTCs:
 In case of external power operation or single generation running, BTCs
are automatically closed and the green flow bar is illuminated and
affected ACW BUS is supplied through BTCs closure.
and BTC2):
ISOL: (pushbutton pressed in), BTCs are open and the "ISOL" light
illuminates white.
The "EXT PWR" pushbutton controls the power via the Bus Power Control
Unit (BPCU) which provides protection for:
- voltage limits, phase sequence, frequency limits, open phase, overload.
AVAIL: (pushbutton released), illuminates green when the above conditions
are in the correct status, then the external power can be used.
The "EXT PWR" pushbutton controls the AC Ground Power Unit:
ON: (pushbutton pressed in), illuminates cyan and allows to connect the AC
external power if the BAT toggle switch is selected "ON".
Note: AC EXT PWR has priority over the engine driven generators.
The "EXT PWR" pushbutton controls the AC Ground Power Unit:
ON: (pushbutton pressed in), illuminates cyan with AC GPU not connected.
ACW CONTROL PANEL:
The "TRU" pushbutton controls connection / disconnection of the Transformer Rectifier Unit (TRU):
NORM: (pushbutton released without lighting) the TRU is not connected to ACW BUS 2.
On MFD, state 1 is displayed when the ACW BUS 2 is invalid.
On MFD, state 2 is displayed when the ACW BUS 2 is valid.
 The "ON" light on the "TRU" pushbutton illuminates white when the pushbutton is pressed in with the TRU connected to ACW BUS 2. The
arrow illuminates amber when supply of DC EMER BUS, DC STBY BUS, INV 1 and DC ESS BUS from TRU is effective.
 The "ON" light on the "TRU" pushbutton illuminates white when the pushbutton is pressed in with the TRU connected to ACW BUS 2, but the
TRU is failed.
 The "TRU" pushbutton controls disconnection of the Transformer Rectifier Unit (TRU):
NORM: (pushbutton released), normally the TRU is not connected to ACW BUS 2.
On MFD, state 5 is displayed when the TRU remains supplied from ACW BUS 2.
 The "ON" light on the "TRU" pushbutton illuminates white when the pushbutton is pressed in, but the TRU is not supplied by ACW BUS 2.
ACW CONTROL PANEL:
The "GND SERVICE BUS" membrane key controls the supply of the ACW SVCE BUS:
 ON: (pushbutton depressed), the ON light is illuminated green when ACW SVCE BUS is energized.
 SHED: illuminates amber when:
- the ACW source is available and the pushbutton is released,
- the pushbutton is depressed and an overboard shed occurs,
- the pushbutton is depressed and only one ACW generator is on line.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.CI CONTROLS AND INDICATORS AC DC Maintenance Panels
AC DC MAINTENANCE PANELS:
Electrical system indications are given on the left maintenance panel, and on the right maintenance panel.
The electrical system failure codes can be read through the Multifunction Control Display Unit (MCDU).
The "ROTARY SELECTOR" allows for selected sources to display relevant current parameters on corresponding indicators.
The "DC VOLTAGE INDICATOR" indicates the voltage of sources selected by the rotary selector. Normal reading is:
AC DC Maintenance Panels
 for battery without load = 25 to 28 volts,
 for battery under load = 23 to 28 volts.
 The "DC CURRENT INDICATOR" indicates the current generated by selected sources. Normal reading for each generator is: less than 300 A.
 The "AC LOAD INDICATOR" indicates in hundred percent the load of selected AC source. Normal reading is below 0.5 (= 250VA) of Current
Nominal (In = 500VA).
 The "FREQUENCY INDICATOR" indicates frequency, in Hz, of selected AC source. Normal reading is: 400 Hz ± 5 Hz.
 The "AC VOLTAGE INDICATOR" indicates voltage on selected AC source. Normal reading is: 115 V ± 4 V.
 A bite loaded magnetic indicator on the RH Maintenance Panel turns amber when an electrical system failure has been recorded and dedicated
to the maintenance operator.
 On ground, the Multifunction Control Display Unit (MCDU) permits to access to MFC memory. Electrical system failure codes can be read in
Miscellaneous 1 page of the MCDU.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.CI CONTROLS AND INDICATORS ACW Maintenance Panels
ACW MAINTENANCE PANELS:
 Electrical system indications are given on the left maintenance panel.

 The "ROTARY SELECTOR" allows for selected sources to display relevant current parameters on corresponding indicators.
ACW
 Maintenance
The "AC LOAD Panels
INDICATOR" indicates in hundred percent the load of selected ACW source. The normal reading is below 0.5 (= 10 KVA)
of Intensity nominal (In = 20KVA).
 The "FREQUENCY INDICATOR" indicates frequency, in Hz, of selected GEN source (ACW 1 or ACW 2). The reading depends of the
flight phase situation and of NP value in percent.
 The "AC VOLTAGE INDICATOR" indicates voltage on selected GEN source (ACW 1 or ACW 2). The normal reading is: 115 V ± 4 V.
 The guarded "ACW BTC OPNG" toggle switch is used to open the corresponding ACW Bus Tie Contactor (BTC 1 or BTC 2) during
maintenance action.
ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.00 GENERAL Safety and Precautions
SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS:

Before undertaking maintenance work on
electrical system:
24.00 GENERAL  Make certain that electrical Ground Power
Safety and Precautions Unit (GPU) is not connected to AC and DC
ground power receptacles, and that access
doors 114 BR and 114 CR are closed.
WARNING: It is forbidden to unplug the
ground power unit plug when the circuits
energized as this could cause arcing which
would be dangerous for personnel or damage
to equipment.
 On panel 29VU, make certain that BAT

selector switch is in OFF position.
 On panel 27VU make certain that ENG

START selector switch 13KG is in OFF
position.
 Display warning notices on panels 26VU,

27VU and 29VU prohibiting power supply
to the system and engine starting.
 Before removing an unit open and tag the

corresponding circuit breakers.
 Whatever the electrical connector

unplugged, put a blanking cap on the
connector extremity.
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ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER | 24.00 GENERAL Maintenance Operations
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS:
The various tasks programmed regarding the Electrical system, according to their periodicity (LC: Line check, A: 500 FH, C: 5000 FH, DY:
Daily, WY: Weekly) are listed in the table below.
Maintenance Operations
The information in the table result from the MRBR (Maintenance Review Board Report) and from the MPD (Maintenance Planning Document).
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TRAINING HANDOUT T1+T2 42-400I500 and 72-

ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER

TRAINING HANDOUT T1+T2 42-400I500 and 72-212A (600 variant)

ATA 24 ELECTRICAL POWER ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5

DC Generator Control Unit........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 50

ACW Bus Power Control Unit ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 117

- AC (Alternating Current), Constant Frequency:

- ACW (Alternating Current Wild), Variable Frequency:

 The electrical components are located in the

 AC and DC electrical controls are located on the

 Some circuit breakers are located on the Overhead

 Main Electrical Power Control Panel:

Engine Warning Display (EWD):

Multi Function Displays (MFDs):

Multifunction Control Display Unit (MCDU):

The Multi Function Displays (MFDs) show the System

The white "DC GEN" label is displayed in:

The amber "SHED" label is displayed when a

The white "SVCE BUS" label is displayed in:

The amber "UNDV" label is displayed when an under voltage

This amber symbol is displayed when the corresponding

This green symbol is displayed at exit of corresponding DC

The white "AC BUS" label is displayed in:

The white "AC STBY BUS" label is displayed in:

The white "INV" label is displayed in:

The white "ACW GEN" label is displayed in:

The white "ACW BUS" label is displayed in:

The white "BTC" label is displayed in:

The white "EXT AC" label is displayed in:

These symbols give the Transformer Rectifier Unit status:

The Aircraft electrical network comprises:

Electrical power necessary aboard the Aircraft is

The Aircraft has two external receptacles to allow

DC STBY BUS supplies following consumers:

DC EMER BUS supplies following consumers:

HOT EMER BAT BUS supplies following consumers:

DC UTLY BUS 1 supplies following consumers:

DC ESS BUS supplies following consumers:

HOT MAIN BAT BUS supplies following consumers:

DC UTLY BUS 2 supplies following consumers:

DC BUS 1 supplies following consumers:

DC BUS 2 supplies following consumers:

DC SVCE BUS supplies following consumers:

DC GND HDLG BUS supplies following

SYSTEM NORMAL OPERATION:

 The system is shown engines stopped without

SYSTEM NORMAL OPERATION:

SYSTEM NORMAL OPERATION:

The EXT PWR pushbutton must be depressed to

SYSTEM NORMAL OPERATION:

 The emergency battery is charged from DC

SYSTEM NORMAL OPERATION:

 In addition to AC STBY BUSSES, inverter 1

SYSTEM NORMAL OPERATION:

 In starting mode, each Starter/Generator

SYSTEM NORMAL OPERATION:

 After starting, the ENG START selector

 Aircraft is still supplied by the external

 GCU 2 closes the line contactor 12PU

SYSTEM NORMAL OPERATION:

The second Engine, if the DC External Power is

MAIN ELEC PWR panel is dark. This reflects the