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2J-J79-86-7
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WORK PACKAGE

TECHNICAL PROCEDURES

MAIN AND AFTERBURNER SPARK PLUGS AND IGNITION

UNITS
EFFECTIVITY: ENGINE MODELS J79-GE-15 SERIES AND J79-GE-17 SERIES

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 7 Main Spark Plug Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . 3

2 Ignition Units Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 8 Main Spark Plug Installation . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3 No. 1 Ignition Unit Cover Inspection . . . . 3 9 Torch Igniter Spark Plug Removal . . . . . . 6
4 Ignition Units Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 10 Torch Igniter Spark Plug Cleaning . . . . . . 6
5 Main Spark Plug Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 11 Torch Igniter Spark Plug Inspection .... 6
6 Main Spark Plug Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 12 Torch Igniter Spark Plug Installation . . . . 8

LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS

Figure Title Page Figure Title Page

1 Ignition Unit Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 5 Torch Igniter Spark Plug Inspection . . . . . 7

2 Ignition Units Installed (-17) . . . . . . . . . . . 5 6 Torch Igniter Spark Plug Installation . . . . . 8
3 Main Spark Plug Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . 5 7 Torch Igniter Spark Plug Lockwiring . . . . . 9
4 Main Spark Plug Identification for
Low-Smoke Combustion System
(-17) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

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REFERENCE MATERIAL REQUIRED

Publication Number Publication Title
T.O. 2J-J79-86-11 Piping, Cabling and Clamping (-15)
T.O. 2J-J79-86-12 Piping, Cabling and Clamping (-17)

APPLICABLE TCTOs

NONE

CONSUMABLE MATERIALS
Nomenclature Specification/Part No. CAGE Code
Lockwire (0.020, 0.032 inch) AMS 5689 (SAE 30321)
Solvent MIL-PRF-680, Type II
Solvent, Trichlorotriflouroethane MIL-L-81302, Type II
Anti-Seize Compound MIL-L-25681

APPLICABLE SUPPORT EQUIPMENT

NONE

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1. INTRODUCTION.
This work package contains instructions for removal, clean-
ing, inspection and installation of the ignition unit and main
and afterburner spark plugs.
2. IGNITION UNITS REMOVAL.
(Figure 1 and Figure 2.)
a. Disconnect the leads (3, 4, 5, 8 and 9) from the
ignition units.
b. Remove the spark plug Iead clamps from the No. 2
ignition unit and from the clamping bracket that is
attached with the No. 2 unit bracket. Tie the leads
back.
c. Remove the mounting bolts (7) and washers from
the No. 2 ignition unit and remove the unit.
d. Remove the mounting nuts (2) and washers from
the No. 1 ignition unit and remove the unit.
e. Inspect ignition unit for damage. Repair minor
mechanical damage to connector threads and
brackets. Burned contacts, cracked insulators, or
cracked welds shall be cause for unit overhaul.
Accept skin dents (smooth, no sharp breaks) to a
maximum depth of 0.100 inches (no cracks
allowed) providing unit is functioning normally.
3. NO. 1 IGNITION UNIT COVER INSPECTION.
a. Inspect cover for bulging.
b. If bulging is 1 inch or more, remove unit and send
to overhaul.
c. If bulging is less than 1 inch and operation is
satisfactory, continue operation as installed.
4. IGNITION UNITS INSTALLATION.
(Figure 1 and Figure 2.)
NOTE
Leave mounting bolts and nuts fingertight until
all are installed and brackets are secured.
a. Install the No. 1 ignition unit with six nuts (2) and
washers; torque 55 - 70 lb-in.
b. Install the No. 2 ignition unit with four bolts (7)
and washers; torque 55 - 70 lb-in.
c. Connect the power input cables (3 and 8) to each
ignition unit and lockwire.
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d. Connect the No. 1 spark plug lead (4) and the
afterburner torch igniter spark plug lead (5); torque
both leads 130 - 150 lb-in.
e. Connect the No. 2 spark plug lead (9) on the No. 2
ignition unit; torque 130 - 150 lb-in.
f. Attach the clamps on the No. 1 spark plug lead at
the lower forward corner of the No. 2 unit and the
bracket aft of the unit; torque the clamp bolts 24 -
27 lb-in. Clamp the torch igniter spark plug lead to
the bracket aft of No. 2 unit; torque the clamp bolt
24 - 27 lb-in.
5. MAIN SPARK PLUG REMOVAL.
(Figure 1.)
a. Unclamp the leads where necessary to enable the
connectors to be removed straight out of the boss.
b. Unscrew the ignition lead coupling nut (11) and
pull the lead straight out ofthe combustion casing
being careful not to drop the spark plug (12) should
it come out with the lead.
c. Remove the spark plug (12) and seal by pulling
straight out from the combustion casing or from the
ignition lead (11).
d. Clean the spark plug (paragraph 6).
e. Inspect the spark plug (paragraph 7).
6. MAIN SPARK PLUG CLEANING.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to clean the firing end of a
spark plug with a solvent, abrasive material or a
sharp object. If the end of the plug is covered
with carbon, dampen a cloth with fuel and wipe
off.
Clean the threads and metal surfaces of the spark plug with
a stiff fiber bristle brush dipped in solvent (MIL-PRF-680)
or other suitable cleaner. Avoid contamination of the
ceramic insulation with solvents.
7. MAIN SPARK PLUG INSPECTION.
(Figure 3.)
a. Inspect all threads for scores, nicks and cross
threading. Repair minor damage with a fine file:
replace the plug if thread damage is severe.
b. Replace the plug if the connector pin is bent or
broken.
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LEGEND

1. No. 1 ignition unit. 8. Power input lead. Connect finger-tight.*

2. Nut and washer (qty-6). Torque 55-70 lb-in.
3. Power input lead. Connect fingertight.*
4. Main spark plug lead. Torque 130-150 lb-in.
5. Torch igniter spark plug flexible lead (to ignition
unit). Torque 130-150 lb-in.
6. No. 2 ignition unit.
7. Bolt and washer (qty-4). Torque 55-70 lb-in.
9. Main spark plug lead. Torque 130-150 lb-in.
10. Torch igniter spark plug flexible lead (to rigid lead).
Torque 30-40 lb-in.
11. Main spark plug lead. Torque 840-960 lb-in, back off
1/4 turn, re-torque b40-960 lb-in.*
12. Main spark plug and gasket.
*Lockwire required

Figure 1. Ignition Unit Assemblies

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Figure 2. Ignition Units Installed (-17)

Figure 3. Main Spark Plug Inspection

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c. Replace the plug if ceramic insulation is cracked
radially from center electrode to outer electrode.
d. Replace main spark plug if center electrode is
eroded more than 1/32 inch below ceramic surface.
8. MAIN SPARK PLUG INSTALLATION.
(Figure 1.)
CAUTION
• Do not attempt to clean the firing end of a
spark plug with an abrasive material or a
sharp object. If the end of the plug is cov-
ered with carbon, dampen a cloth with fuel
and wipe off the carbon.
• Engines with the low-smoke (79-15E/-17C/-
17E/-17G) combustion system use a differ-
ent main spark plug. Make sure the correct
plug is used (Figure 4).
a. Insert the spark plug (12) in the boss on the outer
combustion casing, being sure that it is positioned
in the combustion liner and that the guide on the
spark plug is seated in the slot in the boss.
b. Apply athin coating of lubricant (MIL-L-25681) on
the ignition lead coupling nut threads (11).
c. Place a gasket overthe spark plug and install the
ignition lead (11) on the plug.
d. Screw the coupling nut (11) on the lead into the
boss. Torque 840 - 960 lb-in back off onequarter
turn, and retorque 840 - 960 lb-in and lockwire.
NOTE
A reduction in torque may occur after engine
operation. This is an acceptable condition. Do
not retorque the ignition lead coupling nut.
e. Reclamp the spark plug leads. Torque the clamp
bolts 24 - 27 lb-in.
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9. TORCH IGNITER SPARK PLUG REMOVAL.
a. Unclamp the flexible torch igniter spark plug lead
from the flexible main spark plug lead, near the
main fuel manifold.
b. Unclamp the rigid torch igniter spark plug lead.
c. Disconnect the spark plug from the rigid lead. Pull
the rigid lead straight out.
d. Unscrew the spark plug sleeve nut and remove the
spark plug from torch igniter.
e. Clean the spark plug (paragraph 10).
f. Inspect the spark plug (paragraph 11).
10. TORCH IGNITER SPARK PLUG CLEANING.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to clean the firing end of a
spark plug with a solvent, abrasive material or a
sharp object. If the end of the plug is covered
with carbon, dampen a cloth with fuel and wipe
off.
Clean the threads and metal surfaces of the spark plug with
a stiff fiber bristle brush dipped in solvent (MIL-PRF-680)
or other suitable cleaner. Avoid contamination of the semi-
conductor insulation with solvents.
11. TORCH IGNITER SPARK PLUG INSPECTION.
(Figure 5.)
a. Inspect all threads for scores, nicks, and cross
threading. Repair minor damage with a fine file;
replace the plug if thread damage is severe.
b. Replace the plug if the connector pin is bent or
broken.
c. Replace the plug is semi-conductor is cracked
radially from center electrode to outer electrode.
d. Replace the plug if the inner diameter of the outer
electrode exceeds 0.263 inch.
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Figure 4. Main Spark Plug Identification for Low-Smoke Combustion System (-17)

Figure 5. Torch Igniter Spark Plug Inspection

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12. TORCH IGNITER SPARK PLUG

INSTALLATION. NOTE

(Figure 6.) Do not turn the sleeve after contact is made

since additional tightening of the sleeve would
pull the spark plug control flange out of contact
CAUTION with the liner flange.

c. Align the lead and spark plug connector; torque the

Do not attempt to clean the firing end of a
spark plug with an abrasive material or a sharp
object. If the end of the plug is covered with
carbon, dampen a cloth with fuel and wipe off
the carbon or use a soft brush or your fingernail
to dislodge it.
a. Insert the spark plug into the torch igniter so that
the depth control flange is seated on the flange of
the inner liner.
b. Turn the variable sleeve of the spark plug down
until the sleeve just contacts the boss on the torch
igniter mounting plate.
spark pug sleeve nut to 40 - 50 lb-in and lockwire
as shown in Figure 7. Connect the rigid spark plug
lead to the spark plug. Hold the spark plug by
hand, torque the rigid lead connector nut to 40 - 50
lb-in. and lockwire.
d. Look down into the liner to see that the tip of the
spark plug is visible and meets the mini-
mum/maximum conditions as stipulated in detail A
or B in Figure 6.
e. For piping and clamping details, see T.O. 2J-J79-
86-11 (-15) or T.O. 2J-J79-86-12 (-17).

Figure 6. Torch Igniter Spark Plug Installation

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Figure 7. Torch Igniter Spark Plug Lockwiring

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